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4516-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
Auxiliary boxes
OverheadDriver’s side instrument panel
Push the lid. Pull the tab to open.
WARNING
■ Items unsuitable for storing (overhead)
Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall
out, resulting in an accident.
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4887-1. Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
■Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■ Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keep-
ing the carpet as dry as possible.
■ Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
WARNING
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle.
Doing so may cause electrical components etc. to malfunction or catch
fire.
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(P. 42)
An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
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4897-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, pl astic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with LDA [Lane
Departure Alert] and Automatic High Beam)
Be careful not to touch the camera sensor ( P. 251, 280).
If the camera is accidentally scratched or hit, LDA and Automatic High
Beam may not operate properly or may cause a malfunction.
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window and the rear quarter windows
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window and the rear quarter
windows, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater
wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to gently
wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running parallel to the
heater wires or antenna.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.
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5367-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
Under the driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the lid.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
Only type A fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.
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6339-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)■
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
On some models, this number
is stamped under the right-hand
front seat.
This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.
Vehicle identification
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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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702Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48A12U)
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) .... 280
Language (multi-information
display)............................. 99, 104
LATCH anchors ......................... 67
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .... 280
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever .............. 500
Hood lock release lever ........ 500
Shift lever .............................. 234
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever ............... 172
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Wiper lever.................... 253, 255
License plate lights ................. 241 Light switch ........................... 241
Replacing light bulbs............. 539
Wattage ................................ 645
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 539
Wattage ................................ 645
Lights Automatic High Beam
system ................................ 246
Fog light switch ..................... 252
Headlight switch.................... 241
Illuminated entry system ....... 445
Interior lights ......................... 444
Interior lights list .................... 444
Luggage compartment light ..................................... 133
Personal lights ...................... 445
Replacing light bulbs............. 539
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Vanity lights .......................... 455
Wattage ................................ 645
Lock steering column ............. 172
Luggage compartment light......................................... 133Wattage ................................ 645 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance... 498
General maintenance ........... 493
Maintenance data ................. 632
Maintenance requirements ...................... 490
Malfunction indicator lamp..... 563
Master warning light ............... 565
Meter........................................... 94 Indicators ................................ 91
Instrument panel light control .................................. 96
Meters..................................... 94
Multi-information display (with color display) ............. 101
Multi-information display (with monochrome
display) ................................. 97
Warning lights ......................... 89
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 174
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 424, 430
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 176
Vanity mirrors ....................... 455
Moon roof ................................. 182 Door lock linked moon roof operation ........... 183
Jam protection function ........ 183
Operation .............................. 182
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