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Drive the vehicle at approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more for approximately 10 to 30
minutes until the inflation pres-
sure of each tire is displayed on
the multi-information display.
When initialization is complete,
the inflation pressure of each
tire will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
Even if the vehicle is not driven
at approximately 25 mph (40
km/h) or more, initialization can
be completed by driving for a
long time. However, if initializa-
tion does not complete after
driving for 1 hour or more, park
the vehicle in a safe place for
approximately 20 minutes and
then drive the vehicle again.
■Initializing the tire pressure
warning system
Initialize the syst em with the tire
inflation pressure adjusted to the
specified level.
■Initialization procedure
●Make sure to carry out initializa-
tion after adjusting the tire inflation
pressure.
Also, make sure the tires are cold
before carrying out initialization or
tire inflation pressure adjustment.
●If you have accidentally turned the
power switch off during initializa-
tion, it is not necessary to restart
the initialization ag ain as initializa-
tion will restart aut omatically when
the power switch has been turned
to ON for the next time.
●If you accidentally restart the ini-
tialization when ini tialization is not
necessary, adjust the tire inflation
pressure to the specified level when the tires are cold, and con-
duct initialization again.
●While the position of each tire is
being determined and the inflation
pressures are not being displayed
on the multi-information display, if
the inflation pressure of a tire
drops, the tire pressure warning
light will come on.
■When initializat
ion of the tire
pressure warning system has
failed
Initialization may take longer to
complete if the vehi cle is driven on
an unpaved road. When performing
initialization, drive on a paved road if
possible. Depending on the driving
environment and condition of the
tires, initialization will be completed
in approximately 10 to 30 minutes. If
initialization is not complete after
driving approximately 10 to 30 min-
utes, continue driving for a while.
If the inflation pressure of each tire
is not displayed after driving for
approximately 1 ho ur, perform the
following procedure.
●Park the vehicle in a safe place for
approximately 20 minutes. Then
drive straight (with occasional left
and right turns) at approximately
25 mph (40 km/h) or more for
approximately 10 to 30 minutes.
However, in the following situations,
the tire inflation pr essure will not be
recorded and the system will not
operate properly. Perform initializa-
tion again.
●If the vehicle is reversed during
initialization, the data up to that
point is reset, so p erform the ini-
tialization procedure again from
the beginning.
●When operating the tire pressure
warning reset switch, the tire pres-
sure warning light does not blink 3
times.
●After performing initialization, the
tire pressure warn ing light blinks
for 1 minute then stays on while
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Maintenance and care
driving.
If the inflation pressure of each tire
is still not displayed, have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Every tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter has a
unique ID code. When replacing
a tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, it is necessary
to register the ID code. When
registering the ID codes, per-
form the following procedure.
4.2-inch display
1 Park the vehicle in a safe
place and turn the power
switch off.
Initialization cannot be performed
while the vehicle is moving.
2Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure to the specified cold tire
inflation pressure level.
( P.511)
Make sure to adjust the tire pres-
sure to the specifie d cold tire infla-
tion pressure level. The tire
pressure warning system will oper-
ate based on this pressure level.
3 Turn the power switch to ON.
4 Press or of the meter
control switch to select .
5 Press or of the meter
control switch, select and
then press and hold .
6 Press or of the meter
control switch, select “TPWS”
and then press .
7 Press or of the meter
control switch, select
“Change Wheel” and then
press until the tire pres-
sure warning light starts
slowly blinking 3 times.
The change wheel set mode is acti-
vated and registra tion is started.
Then a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
When registration is being per-
formed, the tire pressure warning
light will blink for approximately 1
minute then illumi nate and “--” will
be displayed for the inflation pres-
sure of each tire o n the multi-infor-
mation display.
8 Drive the vehicle at approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more for approximately 10 to
30 minutes.
When registration is completed, the
tire pressure warni ng light will go off
and the inflation pressure of each
tire will be disp layed on the
multi-information display.
WA R N I N G
■When initializing the tire pres-
sure warning system
Do not initializing tire inflation
pressure without first adjusting
the tire inflation pressure to the
specified level. Otherwise, the tire
pressure warning light may not
come on even if the tire inflation
pressure is low, or it may come on
when the tire inflation pressure is
actually normal.
Registering ID codes
4286-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HIGHLANDER HV_UEven if the vehicle is not driven at
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more, registration can be com-
pleted by driving for a long time.
However, if regist
ration does not
complete after driving for 1 hour or
more, perform the procedure again
from the beginning.
9 Initialize the tire pressure
warning system. ( P.425)
7-inch display
1 Park the vehicle in a safe
place and turn the power
switch off.
Initialization cannot be performed
while the vehicle is moving.
2Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure to the specified cold tire
inflation pressure level.
( P.511)
Make sure to adjust the tire pres-
sure to the specifie d cold tire infla-
tion pressure level. The tire
pressure warning system will oper-
ate based on this pressure level.
3 Turn the power switch to ON.
4 Press or of the meter
control switch to select .
5 Press or of the meter
control switch, select and
then press and hold .
6 Press or of the meter
control switch, select “TPWS”
and then press .
7 Press or of the meter
control switch, select
“Change Wheel” and then
press until the tire pres- sure warning light starts
slowly blinking 3 times.
The change wheel set mode is acti-
vated and registra
tion is started.
Then a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
When registration is being per-
formed, the tire pressure warning
light will blink for approximately 1
minute then illumi nate and “--” will
be displayed for the inflation pres-
sure of each tire o n the multi-infor-
mation display.
8 Drive the vehicle at approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more for approximately 10 to
30 minutes.
When registration is completed, the
tire pressure warni ng light will go off
and the inflation pressure of each
tire will be disp layed on the
multi-information display.
Even if the vehicle is not driven at
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more, registration can be com-
pleted by driving for a long time.
However, if registration does not
complete after driving for 1 hour or
more, perform the p rocedure again
from the beginning.
9 Initialize the tire pressure
warning system. ( P.425)
■When registering ID codes
●ID code registrati on is performed
while driving at a vehicle speed of
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h)
or more.
●Before performing ID code regis-
tration, make sure that no wheels
with tire pressure warning valve
and transmitters installed are near
the vehicle.
●Make sure to initi alize the tire
pressure warning system after
registering the ID codes. If the
system is initialized before regis-
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The recommended cold tire
inflation pressure and tire size
are displayed on the tire and
loading information label.
(P. 5 1 1 )
Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge
1 Remove the tire valve cap. 2
Press the tip of the tire pres-
sure gauge onto the tire
valve.
3 Read the pressure using the
gauge gradations.
4 If the tire inflation pressure is
not at the recommended
level, adjust the pressure.
If you add too much air, press
the center of the valve to
deflate.
5 After completing the tire infla-
tion pressure measurement
and adjustment, apply soapy
water to the valve and check
for leakage.
6 Put the tire valve cap back
on.
■Tire inflation pressure check
interval
You should check ti re inflation pres-
sure every two week s, or at least
once a month. Do not forget to
check the spare.
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation
pressure
Driving with incorrec t tire inflation
pressure may resul t in the following:
●Reduced fuel economy
●Reduced driving comfort and poor
handling
●Reduced tire life due to wear
●Reduced safety
●Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating,
have it checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■Instructions for checking tire
inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pres-
Tire inflation pressure
Checking the specified
tire inflation pressure
Inspection and adjust-
ment procedure
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Maintenance and care
sure, observe the following:
●Check only when the tires are
cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for
at least 3 hours or has not been
driven for more tha n 1 mile or 1.5
km, you will get an accurate cold
tire inflation pressure reading.
●Always use a tire pressure gauge.
It is difficult to judge if a tire is
properly inflated based only on its
appearance.
●It is normal for th e tire inflation
pressure to be higher after driving
as heat is generated in the tire. Do
not reduce tire inflation pressure
after driving.
●Never exceed the vehicle capacity
weight.
Passengers and luggage weight
should be placed so that the vehi-
cle is balanced.
WA R N I N G
■Proper inflation is critical to
save tire performance
Keep your tires properly inflated.
If the tires are not properly
inflated, the following conditions
may occur which could lead to an
accident resulting in death or seri-
ous injury:
●Excessive wear
●Uneven wear
●Poor handling
●Possibility of blowouts resulting
from overheated tires
●Air leaking from between tire
and wheel
●Wheel deformation and/or tire
damage
●Greater possibilit y of tire dam-
age while driving (due to road
hazards, expansion joints,
sharp edges in the road, etc.)
NOTICE
■When inspecting and adjust-
ing tire infla tion pressure
Be sure to put the tire valve caps
back on.
If a valve cap is no t installed, dirt
or moisture may get into the valve
and cause an air leak, resulting in
decreased tire inflation pressure.
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When replacing wheels, care
should be taken to ensure that
they are equivalent to those
removed in load capacity, diam-
eter, rim width and inset
*.
Replacement wheels are avail-
able at your Toyota dealer.
*: Conventionally referred to as off- set.
Toyota does not recommend
using the following:
Wheels of different sizes or
types
Used wheels
Bent wheels that have been
straightened
■When replacing wheels
The wheels of your vehicle are
equipped with tire pressure warning
valves and transmit ters that allow
the tire pressure warning system to
provide advance warning in the
event of a loss in tire inflation pres-
sure. Whenever wheels are
replaced, tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters must be
installed. ( P.423)
Wheels
If a wheel is bent, cracked or
heavily corroded, it should
be replaced. Otherwise, the
tire may separate from the
wheel or cause a loss of
handling control.
Wheel selection
WA R N I N G
■When replacing wheels
●Do not use wheels that are a dif-
ferent size from those recom-
mended in the Owner’s Manual,
as this may result in a loss of
handling control.
●Never use an inner tube in a
leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
Doing so may result in an acci-
dent, causing death or serious
injury.
■When installing the wheel
nuts
Never use oil or grease on the
wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the
wheel nuts to be excessively tight-
ened, leading to bolt or disc wheel
damage. In addition, the oil or
grease can cause the wheel nuts
to loosen and the wheel may fall
off, causing an accident and
resulting in death or serious injury.
Remove any oil or grease from
the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
■Use of defective wheels pro-
hibited
Do not use cracke d or deformed
wheels. Doing so could cause the
tire to leak air during driving, pos-
sibly causing an accident.
NOTICE
■Replacing tire pressure warn-
ing valves and transmitters
●Because tire repair or replace-
ment may affect the tire pres-
sure warning valves and
transmitters, make sure to have
tires serviced by your Toyota
dealer or other qualified service
shop. In additio n, make sure to
purchase your tire pressure
warning valves and transmit-
ters at your Toyota dealer.
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Adjustment bolt A
Adjustment bolt B
Make sure the vehicle has a
full tank of gasoline and the
area around the headlight is
not deformed.
Park the vehicle on level
ground.
Make sure the tire inflation
pressure is at the specified
level.
Have someone sit in the
driver’s seat.
Bounce the vehicle several
times. 1
Using a Phillips-head screw-
driver, turn bolt A in either
direction.
Remember the turning direction
and the number of turns.
2Turn bolt B the same number
of turns and in the same
direction as step 1.
If the headlight cannot be adjusted
using this procedu re, take the vehi-
cle to your Toyota dealer to adjust
the headlight aim.
Headlight aim
Vertical movement adjust-
ing bolts
Before checking the head-
light aim
Adjusting the headlight
aim
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When trouble arises
When trouble arises
.7-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers .... 452
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency.................................. 452
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ................ 453
7-2. Steps to take in an emer- gency
If your vehicle needs to be towed......................... 455
If you think something is wrong ........................ 458
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds.................................. 460
If a warning message is dis- played........................ 470
If you have a flat tire.... 474
If the hybrid system will not start ........................... 486
If you lose your keys ... 488
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ................. 488
If the electronic key does not operate properly .. 489
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged ..................... 491
If your vehicle overheats .................................. 497
If the vehicle becomes stuck .................................. 500