2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER differential

2004-1. Before driving
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
NOTICE
■When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is
accidentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 596)
■ When encounterin g flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, tran-
saxle, transfer (AWD models), differential (AWD models), etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD models), bearings and
suspension joints (where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings,
etc.

3334-6. Driving tips
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Driving
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
NOTICE
■To prevent water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.
●Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
● Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-
mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the riverbed for firmness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
●Sand and mud that has accumulated in brake drums and around brake
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo-
nents.
● Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driv-
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

6469-1. Specifications
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.
Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your
Toyota dealer for further details.
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity
0.8 qt. (0.8 L, 0.7 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity
0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

709Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
MP3 disc ................................... 358
Multi-information display (with color display) ................. 99Audio system-linked. ............... 99
Drive information................... 101
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 268
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) ................................... 284
Navigation system-linked ...... ................. 99
Settings display..................... 102
Switching the display ............ 100
Warning message ................. 578
Multi-information display (with monochrome
display)..................................... 95Drive information..................... 95
Settings display....................... 97
Warning message ................. 578
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle............ 8 Odometer ................................... 92
Oil
Differential oil ........................ 646
Engine oil .............................. 642
Opener
Back door ............................. 128
Fuel filler door ....................... 261
Glass hatch........................... 141
Hood ..................................... 505
Outer foot lights ...................... 448
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 175 Adjusting and folding ............ 175
BSM (Blind spot monitor)...... 316
Mirror position memory ......... 163
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 428, 434
Outside temperature
display.................................... 462
Overheating, Engine ............... 632
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”