2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID windshield wipers

2574-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
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■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Dripping prevention wiper sweep (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
After performing a washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers
operate one more time after a short delay to prevent dripping.
However, this final wiper operation will not be performed while driving.
■ Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation (vehicles with rain-sensing
windshield wipers)
Even when the wipers are not in “AUTO” mode, wiper operation varies
depending on vehicle speed when the washer is being used (delay until d\
rip
prevention wiper sweep occurs).
■ Raindrop sensor (vehicles with ra in-sensing windshield wipers)
● If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the power switch is
in ON mode, the wiper will operate once to show that “AUTO” mode is acti-
vated.
● When the sensor sensitivity ring is turned toward high while in “AUTO”
mode, the wipers will operate once to indicate that the sensor sensitivity is
enhanced.
● If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 194°F (90°C) or higher, or 5°F
(-15°C) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate
the wipers in any mode other than “AUTO”.
■ 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. ●The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from the
rising or setting of the sun intermittently
strikes the windshield, or if bugs etc. are
present on the windshield.

2584-3. Operating the lights and wipers
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of windshie ld wipers in “AUTO” mode (vehi-
cles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your
fingers etc. do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■ 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\
.

2794-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
■Dynamic radar cruise control can be set when
●The shift lever is in the D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.
● Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).
■ Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
The vehicle can accelerate normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehi-
cle speed may decrease below the set speed in order to maintain the dis-
tance to the vehicle ahead.
■ Automatic cancelation of vehic le-to-vehicle distance control
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in the fol-
lowing situations:
● Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
● Enhanced VSC is activated.
● The sensor cannot operate correctly because it is covered in some way.
● The windshield wipers are operating at high speed (when the wiper switch is
set to the “AUTO” mode or the high speed wiper operation position).
If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled for any
other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota
dealer.
■ Automatic cancelation of constant speed control
The cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in the following situ-
ations:
● Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below
the set vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
● Enhanced VSC is activated.

3846-1. Maintenance and care
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WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■ When cleaning the windshield (veh icles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
● When the upper part of the windshi eld where the raindrop sensor is
located is touched by hand
● When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
● If something bumps against the windshield
● If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has
cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
■ Precaution regarding the rear bump er with Blind Spot Monitor (if
equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may mal-
function. If this occurs, consult your Toyota dealer.
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in
hands being caught or other serious inju-
ries and cause damage to the wiper
blades.
Off

3956-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors/trunk• Do the doors/trunk operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work prop-erly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakageafter the vehicle has been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or exces-
sively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear
window wiper
• The wiper blades should not show any signs of cracking, splitting, wear, contamination or
deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/ rear window without streaking or skipping.
WARNING
■If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation
before performing maintenance checks.

4777-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Color display only
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too highA buzzer also sounds.
 P. 525
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
“AUTO” (if equipped) or 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

603Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Safety Connect ........................ 370
Seat belt reminder light........... 463
Seat belts.................................... 32Adjusting the seat belt ............ 35
Automatic Locking Retractor............................... 36
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 70
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ........................ 387
Emergency Locking
Retractor............................... 36
How to wear your seat belt ..... 30
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 37
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 38
Reminder light and buzzer .... 463
Seat belt extender................... 37
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 36
SRS warning light ................. 462
Seat heaters ............................. 339
Seat position memory ............. 165
Seat ventilators ........................ 339
Seating capacity ...................... 210
Seats ................................. 156, 158 Adjustment .................... 156, 158
Adjustment
precautions ................. 157, 164
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ................ 66
Cleaning................................ 387
Driving position memory ....... 165
Head restraints ..................... 169
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 30
Seat heaters ......................... 339
Seat position memory ........... 165
Seat ventilators ..................... 339 Sensor
Automatic headlight
system .......... ...................... 246
Automatic High Beam system .......... ...................... 253
Inside rear view mirror .......... 176
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)................................... 286
Radar sensor ........ 280, 301, 310
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 257
Service plug ............................... 85
Shift lever ................................. 237 Hybrid transmission .............. 237
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 516
S mode ................................. 239
Shift lock system ..................... 516
Shopping bag hooks ............... 351
Side airbags ............................... 42
Side marker lights ................... 244 Light switch ........................... 244
Replacing light bulbs ............ 438
Wattage ................................ 543
Side mirrors ............................. 177 Adjusting and folding ............ 177
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 307
Mirror position memory ......... 165
Side table ................................. 362
Side turn signal lights ............. 242 Replacing light bulbs ............ 451
Turn signal lever ................... 242
Smart key system .................... 148
Antenna location ................... 148
Entry functions ...................... 128
Starting the hybrid system .... 229
Warning message................. 486
Snow tires ................................ 322
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

604Alphabetical index
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Spare tire .................................. 490Inflation pressure .................. 540
Storage location .................... 491
Spark plug ................................ 538
Specifications .......................... 532
Speedometer ............................ 103
Steering wheel ......................... 173 Adjustment ............................ 173
Audio switches
*
Stop/tail lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 438
Wattage ................................ 543
Storage feature ........................ 344
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 529
Sun visors ................................ 353
Sunshade
Panoramic roof ..................... 187
Rear ...................................... 359
Roof ...................................... 184
Switches Audio remote control switches
*
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 248
Back door opener switch ...... 135
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch ................................. 307
Cruise control switch............. 266
Door lock switches ................ 130
Driving position memory switches.............................. 165
Dynamic radar cruise
control switch...................... 271
“ECO MODE” switch ............. 238
Emergency flashers switch ................................. 454
EV drive mode switch ........... 235
Fog light switch ..................... 254
Garage door opener switches.............................. 363 Heated steering wheel
switch ................................. 339
Ignition switch ....................... 229
Intuitive parking assist
*
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) switch ................................. 287
Light switches ....................... 244
Meter control switches .......... 112
Moon roof switches............... 183
Outside rear view mirror switches ............................. 177
Panoramic moon roof switches ............................. 187
PCS OFF switch ................... 301
Power back door main
switch ................................. 136
Power back door opener
and closer switch................ 134
Power door lock switch ......... 130
Power switch ........................ 229
Power window switches........ 179
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers switch ................ 330
Rear window wiper and washer switch..................... 259
Seat heater switches ............ 339
Seat ventilator switches ........ 339
“SOS” button......................... 370
Steering wheel switch ........... 112
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
Tire pressure warning reset
switch ................................. 418
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ................................. 271
VSC OFF switch ................... 296
Window lock switch .............. 180
Windshield wipers and washer switch.............. 255