2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER remote start

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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ............ 186
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 188
Multi-information display ..... 193
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 203
Fog light switch ................... 210
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 212
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 216
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 219
Rear view monitor system .............................. 223
Driving assist systems ........ 227
Hill-start assist control ......... 232
Downhill assist control system .............................. 234
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 237
Cargo and luggage ............. 242
Vehicle load limits ............... 247
Winter driving tips ............... 248
Trailer towing ...................... 252
Dinghy towing ..................... 270 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front manual air conditioning system.......... 274
Front automatic air conditioning system.......... 281
Rear manual air conditioning system.......... 289
Rear automatic air conditioning system.......... 292
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 295
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 297
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 298
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 299
Using the radio ................... 307
Using the CD player ........... 314
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 322
Operating an iPod .............. 330
Operating a USB memory ............................ 337
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 345
Using the AUX port............. 349
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 351
Detachable pole antenna ............................ 354
3Interior features

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 482
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 485
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 488
General maintenance.......... 491
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 494
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 495
Hood ................................... 499
Positioning a floor jack ........ 501
Engine compartment ........... 505
Tires .................................... 521
Tire inflation pressure ......... 530
Wheels ................................ 533
Air conditioning filter............ 536
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ........ 539
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 542
Light bulbs........................... 553 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 562
If your vehicle needs to be towed........................... 564
If you think something is wrong ............................... 571
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 572
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 573
If a warning message is displayed .......................... 584
If you have a flat tire ........... 586
If the engine will not start.... 600
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 602
If you lose your keys/ wireless remote control
transmitter ........................ 603
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 604
If the battery is discharged........................ 606
If your vehicle overheats .... 610
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 613
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 615
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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■Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from
operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 604)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key
• A wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
■ Switching the door unlock function
It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
When the indicator on the key surface is turned off, push and hold
, or for approximately 5 seconds while pushing
on the key.
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■Electronic key battery depletion
●The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart key system or the
wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. ( P. 540)
● If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the
engine stops. ( P. 43)
● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.
(1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field.
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
■ To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from
the outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the
key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly.
(The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not func-
tion.)
■ Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection
areas), the system may not operate properly in the following cases.
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle,
near the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or
unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, luggage cover, floor or in the glove box when the engine is started or “ENGINE START STOP”
switch modes are changed.
● Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the
door pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave
reception conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin
and the door will become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the
electronic key inside the vehicle.

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Before driving
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As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may
be locked or unlocked by anyone.
● Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to
start the engine if the electronic key is near the window.
● The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door
handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically
be locked after approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened
and closed.)
● Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.
● If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the elec-
tronic key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not
be unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to
unlock the doors.)
■ When the vehicle is not dr iven for extended periods
To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2
m) of the vehicle.
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Alarms and warning indicators
A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning lights and
warning messages shown on the multi-information display are used to
reduce the chance of vehicle theft and accidents resulting from erroneous
operation.
●When any warning lights come on:
Take appropriate measures according to which warning light comes on.
( P. 573)
● When a warning message is shown on the multi-information display:
Take appropriate measures according to the warning message on the
multi-information display. ( P. 584)

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Before driving
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Key battery depletion
Vehicles without smart key system
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not
operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary.
( P. 539)
Vehicles with smart key system
P. 540
■ If the wireless remote control does not operate properly
Vehicles without smart key system
Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the key. ( P. 54)
Vehicles with smart key system
● Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. ( P. 604)
● Starting the engine. ( P. 604)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Alarm
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
(P. 117)

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Vehicles with a Display Audio system
Close the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all the
doors. The system will be set
automatically after 30 sec-
onds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Close the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all the
doors. The system will be set
automatically after 30 sec-
onds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
●Unlock the doors.
● Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch to
the “ON” position, or start t he engine. (The alarm will be deac-
tivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
● Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode, or start the engine.
(The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few sec-
onds.)
● Open the glass hatch using the entry function (vehicles with
smart key system) or wireless remote control (vehicles with-
out smart key system).

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Automatic light off system
Vehicles without smart key system
● When the headlights come on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30
seconds after a door is opened and closed if the engine switch is turned
to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. (The lights turn off immediately if
on the wireless remote control is pressed after all the doors are
locked.)
● When only the tail lights come on: The tail lights turn off automatically if
the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and the
driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, or
turn the light switch off and then back to or .
Vehicles with smart key system
● When the headlights come on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30
seconds after a door is opened and closed if the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. (The lights
turn off immediately if on the key is pressed after all the doors are
locked.)
● When only the tail lights come on: The tail lights turn off automatically if
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or
turned off and the driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNI-
TION ON mode, or turn the light switch off and then back to or
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■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. daytime running light system) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 648)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.