2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID steering

5828-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system has determined that the
driver does not have their hands on the steering
wheel while the steering control function is on If the system continues to determine that the
driver does not have his hands on the steering
wheel, comes on and a buzzer also
sounds.
→ Firmly hold the steering wheel.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high
A buzzer also sounds.
→ P. 631
Indicates 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.
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered
with ice A buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor.
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control
system cannot be used temporarily due to bad
weather
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Use the dynamic radar cruise control sys-
tem when it becomes available again.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5838-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
The LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol) system is temporarily canceled due to a mal-
function in a sensor other than the camera
sensor.A buzzer also sounds.
→ Turn the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system off and follow the
appropriate troubleshooting procedures
for warning message. Afterward, drive the
vehicle for a short time, and then turn the
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) system back on.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the
surrounding area on the rear bumper is dirty or
covered with snow, ice, etc. or that a sensor is
misaligned A buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean off the dirt, snow, ice, etc. and drive
the vehicle with the op eration conditions of
the BSM function ( →P. 318) satisfied for
approximately 10 minutes. If the warning
message does not disappear, the sensor
may be misaligned. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar
cruise control system. • Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deacti-
vate the system, and then press the button
again to reactivate the system.
• A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA (Lane Depar-
ture Alert with steering control) system A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Amber)
(Amber)

5848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)The operation conditions of the camera sensor
(temperature, etc.) are not met.
→
When the operation c onditions of the cam-
era sensor (temperature, etc.) are met, the
following systems will become available.
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering con- trol) system
• Dynamic radar cruise control
• Automatic High Beam
Indicates that dirt, rain, condensation, ice, snow,
etc., are present on the windshield in front of the
camera sensor The following systems will be temporarily unus-
able.
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol) system
• Dynamic radar cruise control
• Automatic High Beam
→ Tum the system off, remove any dirt, rain,
condensation, ice, snow, etc., from the
windshield, and then turn the system back
on.
Indicates a malfunction in the pre-collision sys-
tem A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes) (Amber)
(Flashes) (Amber)
(Flashes)

5858-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressureA buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system cannot be used as the
vehicle speed is lower than approximately 32
mph (50 km/h)
→ Drive the vehicle at approximately 32 mph
(50 km/h) or more.
Indicates that LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system cannot be used due to
the vehicle speed being too high
→Slow down.
Indicates that the hybrid system was stopped
while driving
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Operate the steering wheel with more force
than usual.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5938-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
OnceContin-
uous
An attempt was made to lock
either front door by opening a
door and putting the inside lock
button into the lock position,
then closing the door with the
electronic key still inside the
vehicle.
→Retrieve the electronic key
from the vehicle and lock
the doors again.
Once⎯
The electronic key has a low
battery.
→Replace the electronic key
battery. ( →P. 539)
Once⎯
The steering lock could not be
released within 3 seconds of
the power switch being
pressed.
→Press the power switch
while depressing the brake
pedal and moving the
steering wheel left and
right.
Once⎯
Indicates a malfunction in the
smart key system
→Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

6188-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)■
If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice (vehi-
cles with a compact spare tire)
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Perform the following steps and fit
tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
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.
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• ABS & Brake assist
•VDIM
•TRAC
• Dynamic radar cruise control
• Pre-Collision System
• EPS • Automatic High Beam
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control)
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

6218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( →P. 624)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (→P. 9 1 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. (→ P. 622)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 626)
● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(→ P. 517)
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the follo wing and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( →P. 225)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

6459-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) while the hybrid system is on.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depre ssed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,
31 kgf)
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*
Front
4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.)
Rear
1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.7 in. (93 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 ⎯ 0.08 in. (1 ⎯ 2 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining
wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal
travel*28 ⎯
11 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)