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6
Interior features
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
6-4. Using the other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position,
then slide it backward.
Open the cover.
The vanity light turns on.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
If the vanity lights remain on for 20 minutes while the hybrid system is off, the
lights will turn off automatically.
Other interior features
Sun visors
1
2
3
Vanity mirrors
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5017-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the battery connections. (→P. 517)
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly
(without uneven pedal effort or catching).
Hybrid transmission
“Park” mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift lever isin P, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clear-ance from the floor? ( →P. 645)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? ( →P. 645)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when
the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints• Do the head restraints move smoothly andlock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function prop-
erly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake move smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correctamount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds com- ing from the steering wheel.
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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.
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6228-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 626)
● One or both of the 12-volt batter y terminals may be disconnected.
( → P. 517)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to star t the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
The interior lights and headlight s do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
1
2
3
4
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6499-1. Specifications
9
Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
*1: Light bulbs not listed in this table are LED bulbs.
*2: If equipped
Light bulbs*1
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
*2⎯ 19 E
Rear turn signal lights ⎯21 C
Back-up lights ⎯16 D
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
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6759-2. Customization
9
Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)■
Illumination (
→P. 447)
*:If equipped
■
Seat belt reminder ( →P. 568)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the
power switch is turned
off
OnOff——O
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff——O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
OnOff——O
Ambient lights*OnOff——O
Time elapsed before the
outer foot lights turn off
*15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer
foot lights when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
*
OnOff——O
Operation of the outer
foot lights when the
doors are unlocked
*
OnOff——O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized set-
ting
Vehicle speed linked
seat belt reminder
buzzer
OnOff——O
123
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706Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Hybrid system ............................ 81Emergency shut off system .... 86
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ........... 113
EV drive mode ...................... 231
High voltage components ....... 85
Hybrid System Indicator........ 105
Hybrid system precautions ..... 85
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 334
If the hybrid system will not start ........................ 621
Overheating .......................... 631
Power (ignition) switch .......... 225
Starting the hybrid system .... 225
Vehicle proximity notification system ......... ......................... 84
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 105
Hybrid transmission ................ 233
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 237
S mode ................................. 235 I/M test ...................................... 503
Identification ............................ 639
Engine .................................. 640
Vehicle .................................. 639
Ignition switch
(power switch) ....................... 225
Illuminated entry system ........ 449
Immobilizer system ................... 91
Indicators ................................. 101
Initialization Maintenance ......................... 498
Moon roof ............................. 183
Panoramic moon roof ........... 187
Power back door................... 136
Power windows..................... 179
Tire pressure warning system .... .............. 525
Inside rear view mirror ............ 173
Interior lights ........................... 447 Switch ................................... 448
Wattage ................................ 649
Intuitive parking assist
*
Jack Positioning the jack............... 508
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 598
Jack handle .............................. 598
Jam protection function Moon roof ............................. 182
Panoramic moon roof ........... 187
Power back door................... 135
Power window ...................... 178
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708Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
LightsAutomatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 245
Fog light switch ..................... 249
Headlight switch.................... 241
Illuminated entry system ....... 449
Interior lights ......................... 448
Interior lights list .................... 447
Luggage compartment light ..................................... 134
Personal lights ...................... 448
Replacing light bulbs............. 545
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Vanity lights .......................... 459
Wattage ................................ 649
Lock steering column ............. 171
Luggage compartment light......................................... 134 Wattage ................................ 649 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance... 504
General maintenance ........... 500
Maintenance data ................. 638
Maintenance
requirements ...................... 497
Malfunction indicator lamp..... 567
Master warning light ............... 569
Meter ......................................... 103 Indicators .............................. 101
Instrument panel light control ................................ 104
Meters................................... 103
Multi-information display ...... 107
Warning lights ......................... 99
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 173
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ........................... 436
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 175
Vanity mirrors ....................... 459
Moon roof ................................. 181 Door lock linked
moon roof operation ........... 182
Jam protection function ........ 182
Operation .............................. 181
MP3 disc
*................................. 367
Multi-information display ....... 107 Audio system-linked ............. 107
Driving information................ 109
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 292
Energy monitor ..................... 113
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 282
Navigation system-linked...... 107
Settings display .................... 110
Switching the display ............ 108
Warning message................. 577
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