
2794-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
WARNING
■Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control may
not function correctly
Apply the brakes as necessary in the following conditions as the radar sen-
sor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, and a fatal or seri-
ous accident may result:
● When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
● When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
● When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow
● When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable
● When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly
■ Handling the radar sensor
Observe the following to ensure the cruise control system can function
effectively.
Otherwise, the system may not function correctly and could result in an
accident.
● Keep the sensor and grille cover clean at all times.
Clean the sensor and grille cover with a soft cloth so you do not mark or
damage them.
● Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system may malfunction.
If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a strong impact, always
have the area inspected and adjusted by your Toyota dealer.
● Do not disassemble the sensor.
● Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor, grille cover or sur-
rounding area.
● Do not modify or paint the sensor and grille cover.
● Do not replace them with non-genuine parts.

5788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
Color display only
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too highA buzzer also sounds.
P. 626
Color display onlyIndicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging
system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Color display only
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered
with ice A buzzer also sounds.
Clean the sensor.
Color display only
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control
system is unable to judge vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance
A buzzer also sounds.
Turn off snow mode.
If the windshield wipers are on, turn them
off or set them to a mode other than high
speed wiper operation.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
system is suspended (The camera sensor tem-
perature is higher than the operation temperature
range)
A buzzer also sounds.
Restart the LDA after driving for a while.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the
surrounding area on the bumper is dirty or cov-
ered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
Clean the sensor and its surrounding area
on the bumper.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5798-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
(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)

5848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
■Messages displays
The message illustrations used are intended as examples, and may differ
from the image that is actually displayed on the multi-information display.
■ Warning message in dynamic radar cr uise control mode (if equipped)
In the following situations, the warning message may not be displayed even if
vehicle-to-vehicle distance decreases:
● When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or
the vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
● When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed
● Immediately after cruise control speed is set
● At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
■ The LDA (Lane Departure Alert) lane departure warning function (if
equipped)
In the following situations, a warning message will not be displayed even if a
lane line is crossed.
● When the vehicle speed deviates from the operating range of the LDA sys-
tem functions
● When the lane lines cannot be recognized
■ Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function prop-
erly
P. 491
■ Warning buzzer
P. 568

6118-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact spare
tire)
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically
designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire
on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached (vehicles with a compact
spare tire)
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, but it may
even negatively affect the drive-train components:
• AWD system (if equipped)
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
•TRAC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
• Pre-Collision System (if equipped)
• EPS • Automatic High Beam (if
equipped)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert) (if equipped)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

697Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
Child-protectors....................... 126
Cleaning ........................... 484, 487Aluminum wheels.................. 485
Exterior ................................. 484
Interior................................... 487
Seat belts .............................. 488
Clock ......................................... 457
Coat hooks ............................... 464
Compass .................................. 479
Condenser ................................ 509
Console box ............................. 447
Conversation mirror ................ 456
Cooling system ........................ 508 Engine overheating ............... 626
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 261
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 266
Cup holders.............................. 449
Curtain shield airbags ............... 41
Customizable features ............ 662 DAC (Downhill Assist
Control system).................... 304
Daytime running light system.................................... 242
Deck board ............................... 454
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ........................ 424, 430
Rear window ................. 424, 430
Windshield .................... 423, 430
Dimensions .............................. 632
Dinghy towing.......................... 224
Display Drive information ............ 97, 103
Dynamic radar cruise
control ................................ 266
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert)................................... 281
Multi-information display .......................... 97, 101
Warning message ................ 572
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 498
Door lock Doors .................................... 121
Smart key system ................. 121
Wireless remote control ........ 122D

698Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
DoorsAutomatic door locking
and unlocking system ......... 126
Back door.............................. 129
Door lock............................... 121
Door windows ....................... 178
Open door warning buzzer ... 124
Open door warning light ............................. 565, 574
Outside rear view mirrors...... 176
Rear door child-protector ...... 126
Side doors............................. 121
Downhill assist control system (DAC)......................... 304
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 164
Driving ...................................... 192
Break-in tips .......................... 193
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Procedures ........................... 192
Winter drive tips .................... 323
Dynamic radar cruise control .................................... 266
Dynamic Torque Control AWD system .......................... 299 Eco Driving Indicator .............. 107
EDR (Event data recorder)........ 10
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ...................................... 299 Function ................................ 299
Warning light......................... 564
Electronic key .......................... 114 Battery-saving function ......... 149
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 618
Replacing the battery............ 532
Emergency flashers ................ 554
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer
sounds................................ 563
If a warning light turns on ..... 563
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 572
If the battery is discharged ... 621
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 618
If the engine will not start ...... 615
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 617
If you have a flat tire ............. 590
If you think something is wrong ................................. 561
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 629
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 555
If your vehicle needs to be towed.................................. 557
If your vehicle overheats....... 626E

703Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
MP3 disc ................................... 356
Multi-information display (with color display) ............... 101 Audio system-linked.............. 101
Drive information................... 103
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 266
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) ................................... 281
Navigation system-linked ...... ............... 101
Settings display..................... 104
Switching the display ............ 102
Warning message ................. 572
Multi-information display (with monochrome
display)..................................... 97 Drive information..................... 97
Settings display....................... 99
Warning message ................. 572
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle............ 8 Odometer ................................... 94
Oil
Differential oil ........................ 640
Engine oil .............................. 636
Opener
Back door ............................. 130
Fuel filler door ....................... 259
Glass hatch........................... 142
Hood ..................................... 500
Outer foot lights ...................... 444
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 176 Adjusting and folding ............ 176
BSM (Blind spot monitor)...... 313
Mirror position memory ......... 164
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 424, 430
Outside temperature
display.................................... 458
Overheating, Engine ............... 626
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*: Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”