2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID brake light

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)

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
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696What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. (→P. 178)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period of
time. ( →P. 227)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 568)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (→P. 240)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( →P. 567, 577)
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving

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HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter ............. 537
Front automatic air
conditioning system ............ 434
Rear automatic air
conditioning system ............ 441
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...... 328
Function ................................ 328
Warning light ......................... 568
Air conditioning filter .............. 537
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 537
Front automatic air conditioning system ............ 434
Rear automatic air conditioning system ............ 441 Airbags ....................................... 41
Airbag operating conditions .... 49
Airbag precautions for
your child .............................. 44
Airbag warning light .............. 567
Correct driving posture ........... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 49
Curtain shield airbag precautions........................... 46
Front passenger occupant
classification syst em ............ 54
General airbag precautions .... 44
Locations of airbags ............... 41
Modification and disposal of airbags ............... 48
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 49
Side airbag precautions .......... 44
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions ............................. 49
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 44
SRS airbags ........................... 41
A

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
B

703Alphabetical index
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
E

704Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Engine coolant ......................... 513Capacity ................................ 644
Checking ............................... 513
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 337
Engine coolant temperature gauge...................................... 103
Engine oil ................................. 510
Capacity ................................ 642
Checking ............................... 510
Oil pressure warning message ............................. 585
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 337
Enhanced VSC ......................... 328
Entune Audio ........................... 349 Audio input ............................ 353
AUX port/USB port................ 353
CD player .............................. 367
iPod....................................... 373
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 367
Optimal use........................... 364
Portable music player ........... 381
Radio .................................... 365
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 352
USB memory ........................ 377
Entune Audio Plus
*
Entune Premium Audio*
EPS (Electric Power Steering)...... 329 Function ................................ 329
Warning light ......................... 568
EV drive mode.......................... 231
Event data recorder (EDR) ........ 11 Flat tire ..................................... 597
Floor mats .................................. 28
Fluid
Brake .................................... 645
Hybrid transmission .............. 645
Washer ................................. 516
Fog lights ................................. 249 Replacing light bulbs ............ 545
Switch ................................... 249
Wattage ................................ 649
Front automatic air
conditioning system ............. 434
Front door courtesy lights Location ................................ 447
Wattage ................................ 649
Front fog lights ........................ 249 Replacing light bulbs ............ 545
Switch ................................... 249
Wattage ................................ 649
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 54
Front personal lights............... 448 Wattage ................................ 649
Front seats ............................... 154 Adjustment............................ 154
Cleaning ............................... 494
Correct driving posture ........... 30
Head restraints ..................... 167
Seat heaters ......................... 445
Seat position memory ........... 163
Seat ventilators ..................... 445
F

709Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................. 103
OilEngine oil .............................. 642
Opener Back door.............................. 131
Fuel filler door ....................... 258
Glass hatch ........................... 142
Hood ..................................... 506
Outer foot lights....................... 447
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 175 Adjusting and folding ............ 175
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ...... 313
Mirror position memory ......... 163
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ........................... 436
Outside temperature display .................................... 461
Overheating, Hybrid system ... 631 Panoramic moon roof ............. 185
Jam protection function ........ 187
Operation .............................. 185
Panoramic view monitor
*
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist)
*
Parking brake........................... 240 Operation .............................. 240
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 581
Parking brake engaged
warning light ....................... 568
Parking brake engaged warning message ............... 581
Parking lights........................... 241 Light switch ........................... 241
Replacing light bulbs ............ 545
Wattage ................................ 649
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......... 268
Pre-collision brake assist ...... 269
Pre-collision braking ............. 269
Pre-collision warning ............ 269
Warning light......................... 569
Personal lights......................... 448 Wattage ................................ 649
Power back door ..................... 130
Power control unit ..................... 85
Power control unit coolant ..... 513 Capacity................................ 644
Checking............................... 513
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 337
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”