2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER windshield wipers

2554-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
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■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.
■ 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 engine switch is
in IGNITION ON mode, the wiper will operate once to show that “AUTO”
mode is activated.
● 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.

2564-3. Operating the lights and wipers
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
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\
.

2764-5. Using the driving support systems
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■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).
● When snow mode is set.
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.

4907-1. 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

5017-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors 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 engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

5848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Color display only
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too highA buzzer also sounds.
 P. 632
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

711Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
ReplacingElectronic key battery ........... 538
Fuses .................................... 541
Light bulbs ............................ 545
Tires ...................................... 596
Wireless remote control
battery ................................ 538
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................... 680
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is
required .................................. 496
Roof rails .................................. 204
Safety Connect ........................ 477
Seat belt reminder light........... 571
Seat belts.................................... 30 Adjusting the seat belt ............ 33
Automatic Locking Retractor............................... 35
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 69
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ........................ 493
Emergency Locking Retractor............................... 35
How to wear your seat belt ..... 28
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 36
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 37
Reminder light and buzzer .... 571
Seat belt extender................... 36
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 34
SRS warning light ................. 570 Seat heaters ............................. 446
Seat position memory ............. 163
Seat ventilators........................ 446
Seating capacity ...................... 206
Seats ................................. 154, 156
Adjustment.................... 154, 156
Adjustment precautions................. 155, 162
Child seats/child restraint system installation ................ 65
Cleaning ............................... 493
Driving position memory ....... 163
Head restraints ..................... 167
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Seat heaters ......................... 446
Seat position memory ........... 163
Seat ventilators ..................... 446
Sensor Automatic headlight system .......... ...................... 243
Automatic High Beam system .......... ...................... 251
Inside rear view mirror .......... 174
Intuitive parking assist
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LDA (Lane Departure
Alert)................................... 283
Radar sensor ........ 277, 310, 319
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 255
Shift lever ................................. 234
Automatic transmission ........ 234
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 623
S mode ................................. 236
Shift lock system ..................... 623
Shopping bag hooks ............... 457
Side airbags ............................... 41
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

715Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
Warning buzzersBrake system ....... ................. 569
Downshifting ......................... 237
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 570
Key reminder ........................ 592
Open back door .................... 571
Open door ............................. 571
Open glass hatch .................. 571
Open moon roof .................... 571
Seat belt reminder ................ 571
Warning lights............................ 87 ABS....................................... 570
Brake system ....... ................. 569
Charging system ................... 569
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 570
Low engine oil pressure ........ 569
Low fuel level ........................ 571
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 569
Master warning light.............. 571
Open back door .................... 571
Open door ............................. 571
Open glass hatch .................. 571
Open moon roof .................... 571
Pre-collision system .............. 570
Seat belt reminder light ......... 571
Slip indicator ......................... 570
SRS ...................................... 570
Tire pressure......................... 571 Warning messages.................. 578
Washer ............................. 253, 257
Checking............................... 519
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 326
Switch ........................... 253, 257
Washing and waxing ............... 488
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 206
Load limits ............................ 206
Weights................................. 638
Wheels ...................................... 534 Replacing.............................. 534
Size....................................... 648
Window glasses ...................... 177
Window lock switch ................ 178
Windows................................... 177 Power windows..................... 177
Rear window defogger ..................... 428, 434
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 428, 435
Windshield wipers ........... 253, 257
Intermittent windshield wipers with interval
adjuster .............................. 253
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 254
Winter driving tips ................... 326
Wireless remote control key .......................................... 113Battery-saving function ......... 148
Locking/Unlocking ........ 120, 128
Replacing the battery............ 538
WMA disc ................................. 358
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”