2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER automatic transmission

5137-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly(without uneven pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift lever isin P, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clear-
ance from the floor? ( P. 661)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? ( P. 661)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when
the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints• Do the head restraints move smoothly andlock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function prop-erly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake move smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correctamount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds com-
ing from the steering wheel.

5838-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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If a warning light turns on or a war ning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning ligh ts
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and w arning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning li ght (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

6008-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates abnormal engine oil pressureA buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
(AWD models)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system cannot be used as the
vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h)
or less
Drive the vehicle at approximately 32 mph
(50 km/h) or more.
Indicates that LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system cannot be used due to
the vehicle speed being too high
Slow down.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

6599-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 F
(20 C): 12.3 V or More
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*
2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine
6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
2WD models:
8.0 qt. (7.58 L, 6.7 Imp. qt.)
AWD models:
8.0 qt. (7.58 L, 6.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine A TF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your tr ansmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.

717Alphabetical index
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Alarm .......................................... 88Alarm ...................................... 88
Warning buzzer............. 583, 593
All-wheel drive system ............ 337
Anchor brackets ........................ 65
Antennas (smart key system)................................... 147
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) ...................................... 338 Function ................................ 338
Warning light ......................... 583
Armrest ..................................... 486
Assist grips .............................. 487
Audio input............................... 361
Automatic High Beam ............. 245
Automatic light control system .................................... 241
Automatic transmission.......... 233 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 237
S mode ................................. 235
AUX port ................................... 361
Auxiliary boxes ................ 471, 474 Back door ................................ 129
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb .............. 558
Wattage ................................ 665
Battery ...................................... 529
Battery checking ................... 529
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 640
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 346
Bluetooth
®
Entune Audio ................ 402, 403
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 390
Bottle holders .......................... 468
Brake Fluid ...................................... 661
Parking brake ....................... 240
Warning light......................... 583
Brake assist ............................. 338
Break-in tips ............................ 193
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control .................................. 99
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 323 Blind Spot Monitor function............................... 328
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function............................... 331
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SensorAutomatic headlight
system ......... ....................... 243
Automatic High Beam system ......... ....................... 245
Camera sensor ..................... 262
Inside rear view mirror .......... 175
Intuitive parking assist
*
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 281
Radar sensor ........................ 262
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 252
Shift lever ................................. 233
Automatic transmission......... 233
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 237
S mode ................................. 235
Shift lock system ..................... 237
Shopping bag hooks ............... 473
Side airbags ............................... 41
Side marker lights ................... 241 Light switch ........................... 241
Replacing light bulbs............. 558
Wattage ................................ 665
Side mirrors ............................. 176 Adjusting and folding ............ 176
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 323
Mirror position memory ......... 164
Side table.................................. 488
Side turn signal lights ............. 239
Replacing light bulbs............. 571
Turn signal lever ................... 239 Smart key system .................... 147
Antenna location ................... 147
Entry functions ...................... 121
Starting the engine ............... 227
Warning message................. 607
Snow mode .............................. 234
Snow tires ................................ 349
Spare tire .................................. 610 Inflation pressure .................. 662
Storage location.................... 611
Spark plug ................................ 658
Specifications .......................... 652
Speedometer.............................. 98
Steering lock
Column lock release ..... 225, 230
Steering lock system warning message ............... 607
Steering wheel ......................... 172 Adjustment............................ 172
Audio switches...................... 360
Heated steering wheel .......... 462
Stop & Start system ................ 304 Replacing battery.................. 644
Warning light......................... 585
Stop/tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 558
Storage feature ........................ 466
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 649
Sun visors ................................ 478
Sunshade Panoramic roof ..................... 186
Rear ...................................... 485
Roof ...................................... 183
*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

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TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 338
Traction Control (TRAC) .................................... 338
Trailer sway control................. 338
Trailer towing .......................... 207
Transmission ........................... 233 Automatic transmission......... 233
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 237
S mode ................................. 235
Turn signal lights..................... 239
Replacing light bulbs............. 558
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Wattage ................................ 665
USB charging ports ................. 483
USB port ................................... 361
Utility vehicle precautions ...... 350
Valet key ................................... 114
Vanity lights ............................. 478 Wattage ................................ 665
Vanity mirrors .......................... 478
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 653
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 338
Voice command system
*....... 435
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .................................. 338 Warning buzzers
Brake system ....... ................. 583
Downshifting ......................... 236
Electric power steering system .......... ...................... 584
Key reminder ........................ 606
Parking brake ....................... 584
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....... 585
Seat belt reminder ................ 584
Warning lights ........................... 93
ABS ...................................... 583
Brake system ....... ................. 583
Electric power steering
system .......... ...................... 584
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 585
Low fuel level ........................ 584
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 583
Master warning light ............. 586
Parking brake ....................... 584
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....... 585
Seat belt reminder light......... 584
Slip indicator ......................... 584
SRS ...................................... 583
Stop & Start cancel indicator .................. 585
Tire pressure ........................ 586
Warning messages.................. 593
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