2014 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER automatic transmission

5638-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light*2
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Low engine oil pressure warning light (warning
buzzer)
*2
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

5798-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The cruise control system; or
• The dynamic radar cruise control systemPress the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Depar-
ture Alert) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Color display only
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision
system)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Color display only
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

6399-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 F
(20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*
2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine
6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
2WD models:
6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
AWD models:
7.1 qt. (6.7 L, 5.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.

695Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................... 298
Function ................................ 298
Warning light ......................... 564
Armrest ..................................... 463
Assist grips .............................. 464
Audio input............................... 342
Audio system ........................... 338 Audio input ............................ 342
AUX port/USB port............................. 342
CD player .............................. 356
iPod....................................... 362
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 356
Optimal use........................... 353
Portable music player ........... 370
Radio .................................... 354
Steering wheel audio switch ................................. 341
USB memory ........................ 366
Automatic High Beam ............. 246
Automatic light control system.................................... 241
Automatic transmission.......... 234 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 617
S mode ................................. 236
AUX port ................................... 342
Auxiliary boxes ................ 451, 454 Back door ................................ 129
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb .............. 539
Wattage ................................ 645
Battery ...................................... 511
Battery checking ................... 511
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 621
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 323
Warning light......................... 563
Bluetooth
®
Audio system ........................ 383
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 371
Bottle holders .......................... 448
Brake Fluid ...................................... 641
Parking brake ....................... 240
Warning light......................... 563
Brake assist ............................. 298
Break-in tips ............................ 193
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .................................. 96
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 313 Blind Spot Monitor function............................... 317
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function............................... 320
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706Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
Seat heaters ............................. 442
Seat position memory ............. 164
Seat ventilators ........................ 442
Seating capacity ...................... 206
Seats ................................. 155, 157Adjustment .................... 155, 157
Adjustment precautions................. 156, 163
Child seats/child restraint system installation ................ 65
Cleaning................................ 488
Driving position memory ....... 164
Head restraints ..................... 168
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Seat heaters ......................... 442
Seat position memory ........... 164
Seat ventilators ..................... 442
Sensor Automatic headlight system ................................ 243
Automatic High Beam system ................................ 251
Inside rear view mirror .......... 175
Intuitive parking assist
*
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)................................... 280
Radar sensor ........ 275, 307, 316 Shift lever ................................. 234
Automatic transmission ........ 234
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 617
S mode ................................. 236
Shift lock system ..................... 617
Shopping bag hooks ............... 453
Side airbags ............................... 41
Side marker lights ................... 241 Light switch ........................... 241
Replacing light bulbs ............ 539
Wattage ................................ 645
Side mirrors ............................. 176 Adjusting and folding ............ 176
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 313
Mirror position memory ......... 164
Side table ................................. 465
Side turn signal lights ............. 239 Replacing light bulbs ............ 552
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Smart key system .................... 147 Antenna location ................... 147
Entry functions ...................... 121
Starting the engine ............... 228
Warning message................. 587
Snow mode .............................. 235

709Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
Tires .......................................... 515Chains................................... 325
Checking ............................... 515
If you have a flat tire ............. 590
Inflation pressure .................. 642
Information ............................ 649
Replacing .............................. 590
Rotating tires......................... 515
Size ....................................... 642
Snow tires ............................. 326
Spare tire .............................. 590
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 516
Warning light ......................... 565
Tools ......................................... 591
Top tether strap ......................... 75
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 224
Emergency towing ................ 557
Trailer towing ........................ 207
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 298
Traction Control (TRAC).................................... 298
Trailer towing .......................... 207
Transmission ........................... 234 Automatic transmission......... 234
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 617
S mode ................................. 236
Turn signal lights..................... 239 Replacing light bulbs............. 539
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Wattage ................................ 645 USB port................................... 342
Valet key ................................... 114
Vanity lights ............................. 455
Wattage ................................ 645
Vanity mirrors .......................... 455
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number................................... 633
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 298
Voice command system
*....... 417
VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) .................................. 298
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*: Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”