2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER audio

1143-1. Key information
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)
NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
● Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
● Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.
● Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
● Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.
● Do not disassemble the keys.
● Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the key with a
wireless remote control function.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not place the keys near objects that
produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, audio systems and induction cook-
ers, or medical electrical equipment, such as low-frequency therapy equip-
ment.
■ Carrying the electronic key on your person (vehicles with a smart key
system)
Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appli-
ances that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances
within 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, caus-
ing the key to not function properly.
■ In case of a smart key system malfunction or other key-related prob-
lems (vehicles with a smart key system)
Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to
your Toyota dealer.
■ When an electronic key is lost (vehicles with a smart key system)
If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Visit your Toyota dealer immediately with all remaining electronic
keys that was provided with your vehicle.

1443-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected,
preventing the smart key system, wireless remote control and engine immobi-
lizer system from operating properly. (Ways of coping: →P. 635)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
● When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
● When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
● When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices

2824-5. Using the driving support systems
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Temporary cancellation of functions
When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be temporarily\
canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, operation
of the function is automatically restored. (→P. 281)
■ Steering control function
Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions,
etc., the operation of the functions may not be recognized or the functions
may not operate.
■ Lane departure alert function
The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio play-
back, etc.
■ Hands off steering wheel alert
When the system determines that the driver has removed their hands from
the steering wheel while the steering control function is operating, a warning
message is displayed on the multi-information display and the buzzer
sounds.
■ White (yellow) lines are only on one side of road
The LDA system will not operate for the side on which white (yellow) lines
could not be recognized.

3024-5. Using the driving support systems
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The Stop & Start system protection function
●Vehicles without a smart key system: When an excessively loud sound is
being projected by the audio system, the audio system may be automati-
cally cut off in order to reduce battery consumption. If this occurs, turn the
engine switch off, wait for 3 seconds or longer and then turn it to the “ACC”
or “ON” position to re-enable the audio system.
Vehicles with a smart key system: When an excessively loud sound is being
projected by the audio system, the audio system may be automatically cut
off in order to reduce battery consumption. If this occurs, turn the engine
switch off, wait for 3 seconds or longer and then turn it to ACCESSORY
mode or IGNITION ON mode to re-enable the audio system.
● The audio system may not be activated when the battery terminals are dis-
connected and then reconnected. If this occurs, turn the engine switch off
and then repeat the following operation twice to activate the audio system
normally.
• Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “ON”
position and then to the “Lock” position.
• Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to IGNITION
ON mode and then to OFF.
■ Replacing the battery
→P. 642
■ Displaying the Stop & Start system status
→P. 9 8

3074-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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The rear view image is displayed
when the shift position is in R and
the engine switch is in “ON” posi-
tion.
The rear view monitor system will
be deactivated when the shift lever
is in any position other than R.
Rear view monitor system∗
∗: If equipped
Entune Audio Plus or Entune Premium Audio
Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Entune Audio
The rear view monitor system a ssists the driver by displaying
guide lines and an image of the view behind the vehicle while
backing up, for example while parking.
The screen illustrations used in this text are intended as examples,
and may differ from the image that is actually displayed on the
screen.

3184-5. Using the driving support systems
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Press “<” or “>” of the meter contro l switches, select .
Press “ ∧” or “ ∨” of the meter control switches, select “BSM”.
■ Outside rear view mirror indicator visibility
In strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to
see.
■ Hearing the RCTA buzzer
The RCTA buzzer may be difficult to hear over loud noises, such as if the
audio system volume is high.
■ When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following, a warning
message will be displayed: ( →P. 591)
● A sensor is malfunctioning
● A sensor is dirty or covered with snow or a sticker
● The outside temperature is extremely high or low
● Sensor voltage is abnormal
● A sensor is misaligned
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off
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3254-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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RCTA icon display
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the
vehicle is detected, the following
will be displayed on the audio sys-
tem screen.
DisplayContent
A vehicle is approaching from the left at the rear of the
vehicle
A vehicle is approaching from the right at the rear of the
vehicle
Vehicles are approaching from both sides of the vehicle
The RCTA function is malfunctioning ( →P. 318)
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the function
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The RCTA function is only a supplementary function which alerts the driver
that a vehicle is approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle.
As the RCTA function may not function correctly under certain conditions,
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary. Over reliance on
this function may lead to an accident resulting death or serious injury.

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HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)5-1. Basic Operations
Audio system types ........... 350
Entune Audio .................... 351
Steering wheel audio switches .......................... 354
AUX Port/USB Port ........... 355
Basic audio operations ....................... 356
5-2. Setup Setup menu....................... 358
General settings ................ 359
Audio settings ................... 360
Display settings ................. 361
Voice settings.................... 362
5-3. Using Entune Audio Selecting the audio source ............................. 363
List screen operation......... 364
Optimal use of Entune Audio............................... 366
5-4. Using the radio Radio operation................. 367
5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation .......... 369
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