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992. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( →P. 567)*1, 2PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-
tem) warning light
(→P. 569)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light ( →P. 567)
(Amber)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering con-
trol) indicator
(→P. 569)
*1
(Yellow)
Brake system warning
light ( →P. 567)*1
Slip indicator ( →P. 568)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp (→P. 567)Low fuel level warning
light (→P. 568)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( →P. 567)Driver’s and front pas-
senger’s seat belt
reminder light ( →P. 568)
*1SRS warning light
(→P. 567)*3Rear seat seat belt
reminder lights
(→P. 569)
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(→P. 568)*1
Master warning light
(→P. 569)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(→P. 568)*1
Tire pressure warning
light ( →P. 570)
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(→P. 568)*1, 3Vehicle proximity notifi-
cation system warning
light ( →P. 570)
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1002. Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in
a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*3: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*1
(U.S.A)
Parking brake warning
light ( →P. 568)*1
(Canada)
Parking brake warning
light (→P. 568)
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1022. Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in
a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: If equipped
*3: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN-UAL”.
*4: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
*5: In order to confirm operation, the BS M outside rear view mirror indicators
illuminate in the following situations:
• When the BSM function is enabled on of the multi-information dis- play, the power switch is turned to ON mode.
• When the power switch is in ON mode, the BSM function is enabled on
of the multi-information display.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indi-
cators will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not
turn off, there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*6: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*7: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*8: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating. EV drive mode indicator
(
→P. 231)
*1, 7
(Canada)
“AIR BAG ON/
OFF” indicator
(→P. 54)
*1, 7
(U.S.A.)
“AIR BAG ON/
OFF” indicator
(→P. 54)
WARNING
■ If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning lights not
come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these sys-
tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could r\
esult
in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.
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1032. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Hybrid System Indicator
Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data.
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Trip meter reset knob
Switches the trip information.
Outside temperature
Odometer and trip meter display
Shift position and shift range
Displays the selected shift position or selected shift range. (→P. 233)
Meter panel lights control button
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
Gauge and meters
The displayed content may differ depending on the type of
meter.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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1042. Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Switches between the trip meter
“A” and “B” displays. When the trip
meter is displayed, pressing and
holding the knob will reset the trip
meter.
The brightness of the meter panel lights can be adjusted.
Pressing the button will adjust the
brightness of the meter panel
lights.
The brightness level of the meters
when the surroundings are bright
(day mode) and dark (night mode)
can be adjusted individually. How-
ever, when in day mode, adjusting
the brightness level will also
change the brightness level of
night mode.
Changing the trip meter display
Instrument panel light control
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1213-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one side.
If the key cannot be inserted in a
lock cylinder, turn it over and re-
attempt to insert it.
After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the
mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key bat-
tery is depleted or the entry function does not operate properly, you will
need the mechanical key. (→P. 623)
■Panic mode
■ When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( →P. 451)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with
the electronic key only.
■ If you lose your keys
New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the mechanical
key and the key number stamped on your key number plate. Keep the plate in
a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
Using the mechanical key
When is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the
electronic key.
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1733-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Operation of each component
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
The height of the rear view mirror can be adjusted to suit your driving
posture.
Adjust the height of the rear view
mirror by moving it up and down.
Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Reflected light from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced
by operating the lever.
Normal position
Anti-glare position
Inside rear view mirror
The rear view mirror’s position can be adjusted to enable suffi-
cient confirmation of the rear view.
Adjusting the height of rear view mirror
Anti-glare function
1
2
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1743-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Responding to the level of brightne ss of the headlights of vehicles
behind, the reflected light is automatically reduced.
Changing automatic anti- glare function mode
ON/OFF
When the automatic anti-glare
function is in ON mode, the indica-
tor illuminates.
The function will set to ON mode
each time the power switch is
turned to ON mode.
Pressing the button turns the func-
tion to OFF mode. (The indicator
also turns off.)
■ To prevent sensor error (vehicles with an auto anti-glare inside rear view
mirror)
Indicator
To ensure that the sensors operate prop-
erly, do not touch or cover them.
WARNING
Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.