4426-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)■
Headlight high beams/
daytime running lights
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Unplug the connector while
pressing the lock release.
Replace the light bulb, and
install the bulb base.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert.
Turn and secure the bulb
base.
Shake the bulb base gently to
check that it is not loose, turn
the headlights on once and visu-
ally confirm that no light is leak-
ing through the mounting.
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4807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheatedThis message may be displayed when driving
under severe operating conditions. (For exam-
ple, when driving up a long steep hill.)
A buzzer also sounds.
Stop and check. ( P. 525)
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Automatic High
Beam system
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Monochrome display
Color display
Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedal
are being depressed simultaneously
Release the accelerator or brake pedal.
Indicates that the washer fluid level is low
Add washer fluid.
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.6
gal. (9.7 L, 2.1 Imp. gal.) or less
Refuel the vehicle.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
4817-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Indicates that the TRAC (Traction Control) sys-
tem has been deactivated
Turn the TRAC on. ( P. 297)
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance according to the
driven distance on the maintenance schedule*1
should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km)
after the message has been reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required to cor-
respond to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule*
1.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km)
after the message has been reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the
message has been reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance.
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P. 390)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Automatic High Beam switch is
pressed while the headlights are in low beam.
Turn the high beam on and press the Auto-
matic High Beam switch again.
Color display only
(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system was turned off, the pre-collision
brake system operation is stopped
Turn the VSC on. ( P. 297)
Color display only
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-collision system) is
not currently functional because the grille cover
or the sensor is dirty
Check the grille cover and the sensor and
clean them if they are dirty.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
5117-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
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:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail-
ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.
• ABS & Brake assist
•VDIM
•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)
5438-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
ExteriorHeadlights
High beam
Low beam 9005
60
55 A
B
Parking and front turn signal
lights 7444NA 28/8 C
Front side maker lights 5D
Front fog lights 19 E
Rear turn signal lights 21 C
Back-up lights 16 D
Stop/tail and rear side marker
lights
21/5 D
Tail lights 5D
License plate lights 5D
Interior Vanity lights
1.26 D
Front interior/front personal
lights
5D
Rear interior/rear personal
lights
8D
Front door courtesy lights 168 5 D
Luggage compartment light Type A
Type B
5D
F
A: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber) E: H16 halogen bulbs B: H11 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs (clear) F: Double end bulbs
594Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................... 294
Function ................................ 294
Warning light ......................... 462
Armrest ..................................... 360
Assist grips .............................. 361
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Steering wheel audio switch*
Automatic High Beam ............. 248
Automatic light control
system .................................... 244
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ................ 349, 352 Back door ................................ 134
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb .............. 438
Wattage ................................ 543
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 410
Battery checking ................... 410
If the 12-volt battery is discharged.......................... 520
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 319
Warning light......................... 461
Battery (traction battery) .......... 85
Bluetooth®
Audio system*
Hands-free system*
(for cellular phone)
Bottle holders .......................... 346
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 539
Parking brake ....................... 243
Warning light......................... 461
Brake assist ............................. 294
Break-in tips ............................ 195
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................................ 104
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 307
Blind Spot Monitor function............................... 311
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function............................... 314
B
598Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Front personal lights ............... 342Wattage ................................ 543
Front seats ............................... 156 Adjustment ............................ 156
Cleaning................................ 386
Correct driving posture ........... 30
Head restraints ..................... 169
Seat heaters ......................... 339
Seat position memory ........... 165
Seat ventilators ..................... 339
Front side marker lights.......... 244
Light switch ........................... 244
Replacing light bulbs............. 438
Wattage ................................ 543
Front turn signal lights ........... 242 Replacing light bulbs............. 438
Turn signal lever ................... 242
Wattage ................................ 543
Fuel ........................................... 261 Capacity ................................ 535
Fuel gauge ............................ 103
Information ............................ 544
Refueling............................... 261
Type ...................................... 535
Warning light ......................... 463
Fuel consumption Average fuel
economy ..................... 107, 113
Current fuel consumption ............... 107, 113
Fuel filler door.......................... 261 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened............... 264
Refueling............................... 261
Fuses ........................................ 434
Garage door opener ................ 363
Gauges ..................................... 103
Glass hatch .............................. 144
Glove box ................................. 345
Grocery bag hooks .................. 351 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
*
Head restraints ........................ 169
Headlights ................................ 244 Automatic High Beam
system .......... ...................... 248
Light switch ........................... 244
Replacing light bulbs ............ 438
Wattage ................................ 543
Heaters Front automatic air
conditioning system............ 328
Heated steering wheel .......... 339
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 330
Rear automatic air conditioning system............ 335
Seat heaters ......................... 339
High voltage components ........ 85
Hill-start assist control ........... 295
Hood ......................................... 399 Open ..................................... 399
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................... 351
Coat hooks ........................... 361
Grocery bag hooks ............... 351
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 28
Horn .......................................... 173
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) ..................... 85
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) air vent........ 86
G
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HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) .... 286
Language (multi-information
display)........................... 109, 114
LATCH anchors ......................... 68
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .... 286
Lever Auxiliary catch lever .............. 399
Hood lock release lever ........ 399
Shift lever .............................. 237
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever ............... 173
Turn signal lever ................... 242
Wiper lever.................... 255, 259
License plate lights ................. 244 Light switch ........................... 244
Replacing light bulbs............. 438
Wattage ................................ 543
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 438
Wattage ................................ 543
Lights Automatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 248
Fog light switch ..................... 254
Headlight switch.................... 244
Illuminated entry system ....... 343
Interior lights ......................... 342
Interior lights list .................... 341
Luggage compartment light ..................................... 137
Personal lights ...................... 342
Replacing light bulbs............. 438
Turn signal lever ................... 242
Vanity lights .......................... 353
Wattage ................................ 543
Lock steering column ............. 173
Luggage compartment light......................................... 137
Wattage ................................ 543 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance... 397
General maintenance ........... 392
Maintenance data ................. 532
Maintenance
requirements ...................... 389
Malfunction indicator lamp..... 461
Master warning light ............... 463
Meter ......................................... 103 Indicators .............................. 101
Instrument panel light control ................................ 104
Meters................................... 103
Multi-information display (with color display) ............. 111
Multi-information display (with monochrome
display) ............................... 107
Warning lights ......................... 99
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .......... 175
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................... 330
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 177
Vanity mirrors ....................... 353
Moon roof ................................. 183 Door lock linked
moon roof operation ........... 184
Jam protection function ........ 184
Operation .............................. 183
MP3 disc
*
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