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TABLE OF CONTENTS6
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ....... 469
• Sun visors ..................... 469
• Vanity mirrors................ 469
• Conversation mirror ...... 470
• Clock ............................. 471
• Outside temperature display........................... 472
• Power outlets ................ 473
• USB charging ports....... 475
• Rear sunshades............ 477
• Armrest ......................... 478
• Coat hooks.................... 479
• Assist grips ................... 479
• Side table ...................... 480
Garage door opener .......... 481
Safety Connect.................. 488
Compass ........................... 494
7-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 500
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 504 7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ................... 507
General maintenance .................... 510
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 513
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 514
Hood .................................. 516
Positioning a floor jack .......................... 518
Engine compartment ......... 519
Tires................................... 531
Tire inflation pressure ........ 542
Wheels............................... 545
Air conditioning filter .......... 547
Wireless remote control/electronic key
battery ............................. 549
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 552
Light bulbs ......................... 556
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4746-4. Using the other interior features
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)
■The power outlets can be used when
12 V
Vehicles without a smart key system:
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
120 VAC
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ When the engine restarts after havi ng been stopped by the Stop & Start
system (if equipped)
The power outlets may be temporarily unusable, but this is not a malfunc\
tion.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets are not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlets may cause a short cir-
cuit.
■ To prevent blown fuses
12 V
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
120 VAC
Do not use a 120 VAC appliance that requires more than 100 W.
If a 120 VAC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used, the protec-
tion circuit will cut the power supply.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.
■ Appliances that may not operate properly (120 VAC)
The following 120 VAC appliances may not operate properly even if their
power consumption is under 100 W:
● Appliances with high initial peak wattage
● Measuring devices that process precise data
● Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
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7Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 500
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 504
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 507
General maintenance ................... 510
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 513
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 514
Hood ................................. 516
Positioning a floor jack ................................. 518
Engine compartment ......... 519
Tires .................................. 531
Tire inflation pressure ....... 542
Wheels .............................. 545
Air conditioning filter.......... 547
Wireless remote control/electronic key
battery ............................. 549
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 552
Light bulbs......................... 556
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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(→ P. 527)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(→ P. 526)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level ( →P. 524)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant)
Engine oil level
( → P. 521)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( →P. 552)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(→ P. 556)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser (
→P. 525)⎯
Tire inflation
pressure
( → P. 542)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(→ P. 530)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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5527-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment (type A fuse box)
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Engine compartment (type B fuse box)
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.
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5537-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)
Under the driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the lid.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
Only type A fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.
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5557-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)
■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may
need replacement. ( →P. 556)
● If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
■ If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
■ When replacing light bulbs
Toyota recommends that you use genuine Toyota products designed for this
vehicle. Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent
overload, non-genuine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be
unusable.
WARNING
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or
injury.
● Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use\
any other object in place of a fuse.
● Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
● Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
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720Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E017U)
Flat tire...................................... 608
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidAutomatic transaxle .............. 657
Brake .................................... 659
Washer ................................. 530
Fog lights ................................. 243 Replacing light bulbs............. 556
Switch ................................... 243
Wattage ................................ 663
Front automatic air
conditioning system ............. 442
Front door courtesy lights Location ................................ 458
Wattage ................................ 663
Front fog lights ........................ 243 Replacing light bulbs............. 556
Switch ................................... 243
Wattage ................................ 663
Front manual air
conditioning system ............. 436
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 53
Front personal lights ............... 459 Wattage ................................ 663
Front seats ............................... 149 Adjustment ............................ 149
Cleaning................................ 504
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 158
Head restraints ..................... 162
Seat heaters ......................... 456
Seat position memory ........... 158
Seat ventilators ..................... 456 Front side marker lights ......... 235
Light switch ........................... 235
Replacing light bulbs ............ 556
Wattage ................................ 663
Front turn signal lights ........... 233
Replacing light bulbs ............ 556
Turn signal lever ................... 233
Wattage ................................ 663
Fuel ........................................... 250 Capacity................................ 653
Fuel gauge.............................. 92
Fuel pump shut off system ... 580
Information............................ 664
Refueling .............................. 250
Type...................................... 653
Warning light......................... 582
Fuel consumption
Average fuel economy ............ 97
Current fuel consumption ......................... 97
Fuel filler door ......................... 250 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 252
Refueling .............................. 250
Fuel pump shut off system..... 580
Fuses ........................................ 552
Garage door opener ................ 481
Gauges ....................................... 92
Glass hatch .............................. 136
Glove box ................................. 461
Grocery bag hooks.................. 467
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