2015 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER washer fluid

17Pictorial index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 240
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 240
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 324
Warning buzzer/message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 572
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 239
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 241
Headlights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 241
Front fog lights
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 252
Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 253, 255
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 253, 255
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 514
Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 582
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 554
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 500
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 172
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172
Manual air conditioning system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 422
Automatic air conditioning system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 428
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 422, 428
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 424, 430
Audio system
*1, 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 338
Navigation system
*1, 3
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 457
Power back door main switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 132
Fuel filler door opener switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259
*1: If equipped
*2: For Entune Audio Plus, refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”.
*3: Refer to “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual”.
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2544-3. Operating the lights and wipers
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged\
.

2564-3. Operating the lights and wipers
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
■The rear window wiper and w asher can be operated when
● Vehicles without a smart key system:
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
● The glass hatch is closed.
■ If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged\
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Driving
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
4-6. Driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician ins pect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter

4937-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (P. 511)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 510)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level?
(P. 508)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? ( P. 505)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange
sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. (P. 509)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 514)

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
( P. 511)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 510)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level ( P. 508)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant)
Engine oil level
(  P. 505)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 535)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 539)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser (
P. 509)
Tire inflation
pressure
(  P. 525)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P. 514)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

5037-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)■
2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine
Engine compartment
Washer fluid tank
( P. 514)
Fuse boxes ( P. 535)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 505)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 506)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 508) Battery
( P. 5 1 1 )
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 510)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 509)
Radiator ( P. 509)1
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5047-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48E98U)■
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank
( P. 514)
Fuse boxes ( P. 535)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 506)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 505)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 508) Battery
( P. 5 1 1 )
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 510)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 509)
Radiator ( P. 509)1
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