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HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
5Audio systemOperating the audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically
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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system ........ 434
Rear automatic air conditioning system ........ 441
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 444
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 447
• Interior lights ................. 448
• Personal lights .............. 448
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 450
• Glove box...................... 451
• Console box .................. 451
• Bottle holders ................ 452
• Cup holders .................. 453
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 455
• Open tray ...................... 456
Luggage compartment features ........................... 457 6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features........ 459
• Sun visors ..................... 459
• Vanity mirrors ................ 459
• Conversation mirror ....... 460
• Clock ............................. 461
• Outside temperature display ........................... 461
• Power outlets ................ 463
• USB charging ports ....... 465
• Rear sunshades ............ 467
• Armrest.......................... 468
• Coat hooks .................... 469
• Assist grips .................... 469
• Side table ...................... 470
Garage door opener .......... 471
Safety Connect .................. 478
Compass ........................... 484
6Interior features
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25Pictorial index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 173
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 459
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 459
Interior lights/personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 447
Moon roof switches
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 181
Panoramic moon roof switches
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 185
Auxiliary boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 455
Conversation mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 460
“SOS” button
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 478
Garage door opener switches
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 471
Assist grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 469
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*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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3354-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoi ding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the br akes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehi cle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
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6Interior features
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system ........ 434
Rear automatic air conditioning system ........ 441
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 444
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 447
• Interior lights ................. 448
• Personal lights .............. 448
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 450
• Glove box...................... 451
• Console box .................. 451
• Bottle holders ................ 452
• Cup holders .................. 453
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 455
• Open tray ...................... 456
Luggage compartment features ........................... 457 6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ....... 459
• Sun visors ..................... 459
• Vanity mirrors................ 459
• Conversation mirror ...... 460
• Clock ............................. 461
• Outside temperature display........................... 461
• Power outlets ................ 463
• USB charging ports....... 465
• Rear sunshades............ 467
• Armrest ......................... 468
• Coat hooks.................... 469
• Assist grips ................... 469
• Side table ...................... 470
Garage door opener.......... 471
Safety Connect ................. 478
Compass ........................... 484
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Interior features
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6-2. Using the interior lights
Rear interior/rear personal lights (→P. 448)
Ambient lights (if equipped)
Front interior/front personal lights ( →P. 448)
Outer foot lights (if equipped)
Power switch light
Front door courtesy lights
Interior li ghts list
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4486-2. Using the interior lights
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Turns the lights on/off
Turns the lights linked to door
position on/off
Turn the light on/off
Interior lights
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Personal lights
FrontRear
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4496-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch mode, the pres-
ence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
If the following lights are left on when the power switch is turned off, the lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes:
●Interior lights
● Personal lights
● Front door courtesy lights
● Ambient lights (if equipped)
● Power switch light
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 666)