2019 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER instrument panel

4546-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weathe r.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and t hat of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
● Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers are on.
● Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the
front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessa ry when the
engine is stopped.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

4716-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
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Auxiliary boxes
OverheadDriver’s side instrument panel
Push the lid. Pull the tab to open.
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for storing (overhead)
Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items insi de may fall
out, resulting in an accident.

5077-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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■Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■ Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. U se a sponge
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obt ained by keep-
ing the carpet as dry as possible.
■ Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge . Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cut s.
WARNING
■Water in the vehicle
● Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle.
Doing so may cause electrical components, etc. to malfunction o r catch
fire.
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle i nterior wet.
( P. 42)
An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or no t function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Cleaning the interior (esp ecially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel m ay reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading t o an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

5087-1. Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discol or the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasol ine,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended perio ds of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if wate r comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio syste m above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not to uch the lens.
( P. 281)
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window and the rear quarter win dows
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window and the rear quarter
windows, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater
wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to g ently
wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running paral lel to the
heater wires or antenna.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna .

5557-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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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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6539-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier
for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for you r
Toyota. It is used in registeri ng the ownership of your vehicle .
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
On some models, this number
is stamped under the right-hand
front seat.
This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.
Vehicle identification

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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
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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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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance ... 516
General maintenance ........... 512
Maintenance data ................. 652
Maintenance
requirements ...................... 509
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 583
Master warning light................ 586
Meter ........................................... 98 Indicators ................................ 95
Instrument panel light control................................... 99
Meters ..................................... 98
Multi-information display ....... 101
Warning lights ......................... 93
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 174
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ................... 444, 450
Outside rear view mirrors...... 176
Vanity mirrors........................ 478
Moon roof ................................. 182 Door lock linked
moon roof operation ........... 183
Jam protection function......... 183
Operation .............................. 182
MP3 disc ................................... 375
Multi-information display ........ 101
Audio system-linked.............. 101
Drive information................... 103
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 291
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 285
Navigation system-linked ...... ............... 101
Settings display..................... 105
Switching the display ............ 102
Warning message ................. 593 Noise from under vehicle ........... 8
Odometer ................................... 98
Oil
Differential oil ........................ 660
Engine oil .............................. 656
Opener
Back door ............................. 130
Fuel filler door ....................... 258
Glass hatch........................... 142
Hood ..................................... 518
Outer foot lights ...................... 464
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 176 Adjusting and folding ............ 176
BSM (Blind spot monitor)...... 323
Mirror position memory ......... 164
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 444, 450
Outside temperature
display.................................... 480
Overheating, Engine ............... 646
Panoramic moon roof ............. 186 Jam protection function ........ 188
Operation .............................. 186
Panoramic view monitor*
Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking
assist)
*
Parking brake........................... 240 Operation .............................. 240
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 596
Parking brake engaged
warning light ....................... 584
Parking brake engaged warning message ............... 596
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