2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID steering

3294-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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◆Hill-start assist control
Helps to reduce the backward movement of the vehicle when start-
ing on an uphill
◆EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to redu ce the amount of effort needed to
turn the steering wheel
◆VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC,
hill-start assist control, and EPS systems
Helps to maintain vehicle stab ility when swerving on slippery road
surfaces by controlling the br akes and hybrid system output

3314-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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■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.

3324-5. Using the driving support systems
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ECB operation sound
ECB operating sound may be heard in the following cases, but it does not
indicate that a malfunction has occurred.
●Operating sound heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is operated.
● Motor sound of the brake system heard from the front part of the vehicle
when the driver’s door is opened.
● Operating sound heard from the engine compartment when one or two min-
utes passed after the stop of the hybrid system.
■ EPS operating sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally re-enabled in the following situations:
● When the power switch is turned off
● If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will
not occur when vehicle speed increases.
■ Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid system
off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■ Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

3404-6. Driving tips
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
● Use tires of the specified size.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■ Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
● Do not use LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) system.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Toyota dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■ Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.

3434-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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WARNING
■Off-road driving precautions
Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri-
ous injury or damage to your vehicle:
● Drive carefully when off the road. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving
in dangerous places.
● Do not grip the steering wheel spokes when driving off-road. A bad bump
could jerk the wheel and injure your hands. Keep both hands and espe-
cially your thumbs on the outside of the rim.
● Always check your brakes for effectiveness immediately after driving in
sand, mud, water or snow.
● After driving through tall grass, mud, rock, sand, rivers, etc., check that
there is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stone, sand, etc. adhering or trapped
on the underbody. Clear off any such matter from the underbody. If the
vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody,
a breakdown or fire could occur.
● When driving off-road or in rugged te rrain, do not drive at excessive
speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss
of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also
risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

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HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)5-1. Basic Operations
Audio system types ........... 348
Entune Audio .................... 349
Steering wheel audio switches .......................... 352
AUX Port/USB Port ........... 353
Basic audio operations...... 354
5-2. Setup Setup menu....................... 356
General settings ................ 357
Audio settings ................... 358
Display settings ................. 359
Voice settings.................... 360
5-3. Using Entune Audio Selecting the audio source ............................. 361
List screen operation......... 362
Optimal use of Entune Audio............................... 364
5-4. Using the radio Radio operation................. 365
5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation .......... 367
5-6. Using an external device
Listening to an iPod .......... 373
Listening to a USB memory device ............... 377
Using the AUX port ........... 381
5Audio system

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5Audio system
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)5-7. Connecting Bluetooth
®
Preparations to use
wireless
communication ................ 382
Registering a Bluetooth
®
audio player for the
first time .......................... 386
Registering a Bluetooth
®
phone for the
first time .......................... 387
Registering a Bluetooth
®
device.............................. 388
Connecting a Bluetooth
®
device.............................. 390
Displaying a Bluetooth
®
device details .................. 392
Detailed Bluetooth
®
system settings ............... 393
5-8. Bluetooth
® Audio
Listening to Bluetooth®
Audio ............................... 394 5-9. Bluetooth
® phone
Using a Bluetooth®
Phone ............................. 395
Making a call ..................... 397
Receiving a call ................. 400
Speaking on the phone ..... 401
Bluetooth
® phone
message function ............ 404
Using the steering wheel switches ................ 408
Bluetooth
® phone
settings ........................... 409
Contact/Call History Settings ........................... 410
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............ 419
5-10. Bluetooth
®
Bluetooth®......................... 423
5-11. Using the voice command system
Voice command system ............................ 427

3525-1. Basic Operations
HIGHLANDER_U (OM48F09U)
Vo l u m e s w i t c h• Increases/decreases volume
• Press and hold: Continuously increases/decreases volume
Cursor switch (“ ∧” and “∨ ”)
• Selects (radio stations/radio presets/tracks/files/songs)
• Press and hold: Fast up/ down (radio stations)
• Fast up/down (tracks/files)
“MODE/HOLD” switch • Changes audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operation To cancel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Steering wheel audio switches
Some audio features can be c ontrolled using the switches on
the steering wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or
navigation system. For details, refer to the manual provided with
the audio system or navigation system.
Operating the audio system using the steering wheel switches
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WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.