
13Pictorial index
HIGHLANDER HV_U
Precautions for winter seas on.............................................. P.327
To prevent freezing (windshiel d wiper de-icer) ..................... P.338
Precautions for car wash
*.................................................... P.395
Fuel filler door ............................................... ..................... P.240
Refueling method ............................................... .................. P.240
Fuel type/fuel tan k capacity ................................... .............. P.507
Tires.......................................................... ........................... P.418
Tire size/inflation pressure ................................... ........ P.418, 511
Winter tires/tire chains ....................................... .................. P.327
Checking/rotation/tire pressur e warning system ..................P.418
Coping with flat tires......................................... .................... P.474
Hood ........................................................... ......................... P.408
Opening ............................................................................... P.408
Engine oil ..................................................... ........................ P.508
Coping with overheating ...................................................... P.497
Warning messages ............................................... ............... P.470
Headlights..................................................... ...................... P.229
Parking lights ................................................. .................... P.229
Front turn signal lights ....................................... ............... P.223
Parking lights
*/daytime running lights............................. P.229
Front side marker lights ....................................... ............. P.229
Front fog lights ............................................... .................... P.235
Stop/tail lights ............................................... ..................... P.229
Tail lights.................................................... ......................... P.229
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to  R ................................................... P.220
License plate lights........................................... ................. P.229
Rear turn signal lights ........................................ ............... P.223
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.443, Watts: P.512) 

4326-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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. 

5048-1. Specifications
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8-1.Specifications
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: For 7-seat models
*3: For 8-seat models
*4: For AXUH70L-ARXGHA, AXUH78L-ARXMHA, AXUH78L-ARXGHA models
*6
*5
: For AXUH70L-ARXNHA, AXUH70L-ARXMHA, AXUH78L-ARXNHA  models
*6
*6
: The model code is indicated o n the Certification Label. (P.504)
■Vehicle identification num-
ber
The vehicle identification num- ber (VIN) is the legal identifier 
for your vehicle. This is the pri-
mary identification number for 
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length194.9 in. (4950 mm)
Overall width76 in. (1930 mm)
Overall height*168.1 in. (1730 mm)
Wheelbase112.2 in. (2850 mm)
TreadFront65.3 in. (1659 mm)
Rear65.4 in. (1662 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)1225 lb. (555 kg)*2
1330 lb. (605 kg)*3,4
1390 lb. (630 kg)*3,5
Trailer Weight Rating
(Trailer weight + cargo weight)3500 lb. (1590 kg)
Seating capacity
Seating capacity7-seat models8-seat models
7 (Front 2, Rear 5)8 (Front 2, Rear 6)
Vehicle identification 

5088-1. Specifications
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Rear
■Oil capacity (Drain and 
refillreference
*)
*: The engine oil capacity is a refer-
ence quantity to be used when 
changing the engine oil. Warm up 
the engine and turn off the hybrid 
system, wait more than 5 min-
utes, and check the oil level on 
the dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is 
used in your Toyota vehicle. Use 
Toyota approved “Toyota Genu-
ine Motor Oil” or equivalent to 
satisfy the following grade and 
viscosity. Oil grade: API SN/RC multi-
grade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 
0W-16
Outside temperature
SAE 0W-16 is the best choice 
for good fuel economy and good 
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, 
SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. 
However, it must be replaced 
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous 
motor
Maximum output40 kW
Maximum torque89 ft•lbf (121 N•m, 12.3 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Ty p eNickel-Metal hydride battery
Vo l t a g e7.2 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity40 modules
Nominal voltage288 V
Lubrication system
With filter4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 Imp. 
qt.)
Without 
filter4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. 
qt.) 

5098-1. Specifications
HIGHLANDER HV_U
8
Vehicle specifications
with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil 
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained 
here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-16 indicates  the characteristic of the oil 
which allows cold startability. 
Oils with a lower value before 
the W allow for easier starting 
of the engine in cold weather.
• The 16 in 0W-16 indicates the  viscosity characteristic of the 
oil when the oil is at high tem-
perature. An oil with a higher 
viscosity (one with a higher 
value) may be better suited if  the vehicle is operated at high 
speeds, or under extreme 
load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
API registered marks is added 
to some oil containers to help 
you select the oil you should 
use.
Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline 
engine10.5 qt. (9.9 L , 8.7 Imp. qt.)
Power con-
trol unit2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
 Similar high-quality et hylene glycol-based 
non-silicate, non -amine, non-nitrite, and 
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic 
acid technology
Do not use pla in water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug)
MakeDENSO FC16HR-Q8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm) 

5208-1. Specifications
HIGHLANDER HV_UGrade C corresponds to a level of 
performance which all passenger 
car tires must meet under the Fed-
eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 
No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher 
levels of performance on the labo-
ratory test wheel 
than the minimum 
required by law. Warning: The temperature grades 
of a tire assume tha
t it is properly 
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or 
excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause 
heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire infl ation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been 
parked for three hours  or more, or has not 
been driven more than  1 mile or 1.5 km 
under that condition
Maximum inflation pressure
The maximum cold inf lated pressure to 
which a tire may be inflated, shown on the 
sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pres-
sureCold tire inflation pressure recommended 
by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight  (in excess of those 
standard items which may be replaced) of 
hybrid transmission, power steering, 
power brakes, power windows, power 
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that 
these items are available as fac-
tory-installed equipment (whether installed 
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with stan-
dard equipment, including the maximum 
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so 
equipped, air conditioning and additional 
weight optional engine 

558Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_U
EDR (Event data recorder)......... 7
E-Four ...................................... 320
Elapsed time ..................... 96, 106
Electric motor (traction motor)71
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ............................................... 320Warning light ........................ 463
Electronic key ......................... 128 Battery-saving function......... 147
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 489
Replacing the battery ........... 438
Electronic roof sunshade Jam protection function ........ 186
Operation ............................. 185
Electronically Controlled Brake  System (ECB) ....................... 319
Emergency flashers ............... 452
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .. 460
If a warning light turns on ..... 460
If a warning message is dis-played................................. 470
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged .............................. 491
If the electronic key does not  operate properly ................. 489
If the fuel filler door cannot be  opened ............................... 488
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 486
If the vehicle is trapped in rising  water .................................. 453
If you have a flat tire ............. 474
If you lose your keys ............ 488
If you think something is wrong ........................................... 458
If your vehicle becomes stuck ........................................... 500
If your vehicle has to be stopped  in an emergency................. 452 If your vehicle needs to be towed
...........................................455
If your vehicle ove rheats ......497
Energy monitor ....................... 117
Engine ACCESSORY mode . ............216
Compartment........................410
Engine switch .......................213
Hood .....................................408
How to start the hybrid system ...........................................213
Identification number ............506
If the hybrid sys tem will not start
...........................................486
If your vehicle has to be stopped  in an emergency .................452
Ignition switch (power switch) ...........................................213
Overheating ..........................497
Power switch ........................213
Tachometer.............................89
Engine coolant Capacity ...............................509
Checking ..............................413
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................327
Engine coolant temperature  gauge .......................................89
Engine oil Capacity ...............................508
Checking ..............................410
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................327
Warning light.........................461
Engine oil maintenance data .412
Engine switch (power switch)213 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................452
EPS (Electric Po wer Steering)
...............................................320 Warning light.........................463
EV drive mode.........................218 

568Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_U
High coolant temperature ..... 460
Hybrid system overheat warning  light..................................... 461
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi- cator ................................... 465
Low engine oil pressure ....... 461
Low fuel level ....................... 463
LTA indicator ......................... 464
Malfunction indicator lamp ... 461
Parking brake indicator ........ 467
PKSB OFF indicato r ............. 465
Pre-collision system ............. 466
RCTA OFF indicator ............. 465
Seat belt reminder light 463, 464
Slip indicator......................... 466
SRS ...................................... 462
Tire pressure ........................ 464
Warning message........... 101, 111
Warning messages................. 470
Washer Adding .................................. 415
Preparing and c hecking before 
winter.................................. 327
Switch........................... 235, 238
Washing and waxing .............. 394
Weight Cargo capacity ..................... 200
Load limits ............................ 200
Weight .................................. 504
Wheels ..................................... 432 Size ...................................... 511
Window lock switch ............... 181
Windows Power windows .................... 179
Rear window defogger . 338, 342
Washer ......................... 235, 238
Windshield defo gger ...... 338, 341
Windshield wiper de-icer338, 346
Windshield wipers Rain-sensing windshield wipers................................... 235, 238
Winter driving tips .................. 327 Wireless charger.....................369
Wireless remote control
Battery-Saving Function .......147
Locking/Unlocking ................129
Replacing the battery ...........438
For infor mation regarding the equipment listed 
below, refer to the “NAVI-
GATION AND MULTIME-
DIA SYSTEM OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.
· Navigation system
· Audio/visual system
· Rear seat entertainment sys-
tem
· Rear view monitor system
· Toyota parking assist monitor
· Panoramic view monitor