2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID traction control

3314-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
■Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold for more than 3
seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and “Traction Control Turned Off”
will be shown on the multi-information display.
*
Press again to turn the systems back on.
*: Pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision braking will also be disabled.
(→P. 281)
■ When the message is displayed on th e multi-information display show-
ing that TRAC has been disabled even if switch has not been
pressed
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Operating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will
operate:
● The shift lever is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/
backward on an upward incline).
● The vehicle is stopped.
● The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
● The parking brake is not engaged.
■ Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
● The shift lever is moved to P or N.
● The accelerator pedal is depressed.
● The parking brake is engaged.
● Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC,
hill-start assist control systems
Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are oper-
ating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
● Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
● A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.

5688-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Parking brake warning light (warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that the parking brake is engaged
→ Release the parking brake.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRAC (Traction Control) system;
• The Trailer Sway Control; or
• The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC, TRAC or Trailer Sway
Control
system is operating.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.6 gal. (9.7
L, 2.1 Imp. gal.) or less
→ Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s and front passenger’ s seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*3
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts
→ Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (war ning buzzer) turn off.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5878-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
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.
Indicates that the TRAC (Traction Control) sys-
tem has been deactivated
→Turn the TRAC on. ( →P. 331)
(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. 498)
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.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

6589-1. Specifications
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations
issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the
U.S. Department of Transportation.
It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota
vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading.
Your Toyota dealer will help answe r any questions you may have as
you read this information.
■DOT quality grades
All passenger vehicle tires must c onform to Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found
where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
■Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speci-
fied government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 wo uld wear one and a half (1 - 1/2)
times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tire s depends upon the actual condi-
tions of their use. Performance may differ significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate.
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C,
and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditio ns on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking
(straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turn-
ing) traction.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading

700Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Alarm .......................................... 93Alarm ...................................... 93
Warning buzzer............. 567, 577
Anchor brackets ........................ 66
Antennas (smart key system)................................... 146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................... 328
Function ................................ 328
Warning light ......................... 568
Armrest ..................................... 468
Assist grips .............................. 469
Audio input
*............................ 353
Automatic High Beam ............. 245
Automatic light control
system .................................... 241
AUX port
*......................... 353, 381
Auxiliary boxes ................ 455, 458 Back door ................................ 130
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb .............. 545
Wattage ................................ 649
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 517
Battery checking ................... 517
If the 12-volt battery is discharged.......................... 626
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 337
Battery (traction battery) .......... 85
Bluetooth
®
Entune Audio ................ 394, 395
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 382
Bottle holders .......................... 452
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 645
Parking brake ....................... 240
Warning light......................... 567
Brake assist ............................. 328
Break-in tips ............................ 193
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................................ 104
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 313 Blind Spot Monitor
function............................... 318
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function............................... 322
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HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
ECB (Electronically Controlled
Brake System) ....................... 328
Eco drive mode ........................ 234
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electric motor (traction motor) ....................... 81
Electric Power Steering
(EPS)....................................... 329 Function ................................ 329
Warning light ......................... 568
Electronic key .......................... 120 Battery-saving function ............................... 148
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 623
Replacing the battery ............ 539
Emergency flashers ................ 560 Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds................................ 567
If a warning light turns on ..... 567
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 577
If the 12-volt battery is discharged.......................... 626
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 623
If the hybrid system
will not start ........................ 621
If you have a flat tire ............. 597
If you think something is wrong ................................. 566
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 635
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 561
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.................................. 562
If your vehicle overheats....... 631
Energy monitor ........................ 113
Engine ...................................... 640
ACCESSORY mode ............. 226
Compartment ........................ 509
Hood ..................................... 506
How to start the hybrid system .......... ...................... 225
Identification number ............ 640
If the hybrid system
will not start ........................ 621
Ignition switch
(power switch) .................... 225
Overheating .......................... 631
Power switch ........................ 225
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HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Front side marker lights.......... 241Light switch ........................... 241
Replacing light bulbs............. 545
Wattage ................................ 649
Front turn signal lights ........... 239
Replacing light bulbs............. 545
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Wattage ................................ 649
Fuel ........................................... 256 Capacity ................................ 641
Fuel gauge ............................ 103
Information ............................ 650
Refueling............................... 256
Type ...................................... 641
Warning light ......................... 568
Fuel consumption Average fuel
economy ............................. 109
Current fuel consumption ....................... 109
Fuel filler door.......................... 256 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened............... 259
Refueling............................... 256
Fuses ........................................ 541
Garage door opener ................ 471
Gauges ..................................... 103
Glass hatch .............................. 142
Glove box ................................. 451
Grocery bag hooks .................. 457 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
*............. 382
Head restraints ........................ 167
Headlights ................................ 241 Automatic High Beam
system .......... ...................... 245
Light switch ........................... 241
Replacing light bulbs ............ 545
Wattage ................................ 649
Heaters Front automatic air
conditioning system............ 434
Heated steering wheel .......... 445
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 436
Rear automatic air conditioning system............ 441
Seat heaters ......................... 445
High voltage components ........ 85
Hill-start assist control ........... 329
Hood ......................................... 506 Open ..................................... 506
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................... 457
Coat hooks ........................... 469
Grocery bag hooks ............... 457
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 28
Horn .......................................... 171
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) ..................... 85
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) air vent........ 86
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

714Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Tires .......................................... 522Chains................................... 339
Checking ............................... 522
If you have a flat tire ............. 597
Inflation pressure .................. 646
Information ............................ 653
Replacing .............................. 597
Rotating tires......................... 523
Size ....................................... 646
Snow tires ............................. 340
Spare tire .............................. 597
Tire pressure warning
system ......... ....................... 524
Warning light ......................... 570
Tools ......................................... 598
Top tether strap ......................... 76
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 224
Emergency towing ................ 562
Trailer towing ........................ 208
Toyota Safety Sense P ............ 261 Automatic High Beam ........... 245
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 292
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 282
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 268
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 328
Traction battery
(hybrid battery) ........................ 85
Traction Control (TRAC) ......... 328
Traction motor (electric motor) ........................ 81
Trailer sway control................. 328
Trailer towing .......................... 208 Transmission ........................... 233
Hybrid transmission .............. 233
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 237
S mode ................................. 235
Turn signal lights .................... 239 Replacing light bulbs ............ 545
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Wattage ................................ 649
USB charging ports................. 465
USB port
*................................. 353
Utility vehicle precautions ...... 341
Vanity lights ............................. 459 Wattage ................................ 649
Vanity mirrors .......................... 459
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management) ...... 329
Vehicle data recordings ............ 10
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM).............. 329
Vehicle identification number ................................... 639
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 328
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ................... 445
Voice command system
*....... 427
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .................................. 328
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