2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID check oil

4176-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HIGHLANDER HV_U
stick.
■Checking the engine oil
1 Park the vehicle on level
ground. After warming up the
engine and turning off the
hybrid system, wait more
than 5 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
2 Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
3 Wipe the dipstick clean.
4 Reinsert the dipstick fully.
5 Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out and
check the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle or
engine.
6
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert
it fully.
■Checking the oil type and
preparing the item needed
Make sure to check the oil type
and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.
 Engine oil selection
P.512
 Oil quantity (Low  Full)
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
 Item
Clean funnel
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
1 Remove the oil filler cap by
turning it counterclockwise.
2 Add engine oil slowly, check-
ing the dipstick.
3 Install the oil filler cap by
turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will

4186-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HIGHLANDER HV_Ube consumed while driving. In the
following situatio
ns, oil consump-
tion may increase, and engine oil
may need to be ref illed in between
oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for
example directly after purchasing
the vehicle or after replacing the
engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inap-
propriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine
speeds or with a heavy load,
when towing, or when driving
while accelerating o r decelerating
frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for
a long time, or wh en driving fre-
quently through heavy traffic
■Engine coolant reservoir
The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir
when the engine is cold.
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains poten-
tially harmful contaminants
which may cause skin disorders
such as inflammation and skin
cancer, so care should be taken
to avoid prolonged and
repeated contact. To remove
used engine oil from your skin,
wash thoroughly with soap and
water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters
only in a safe an d acceptable
manner. Do not dispose of used
oil and filters in household trash,
in sewers or onto the ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service
station or auto parts store for
information concerning recy-
cling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil
within the rea ch of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine
damage
Check the oil le vel on a regular
basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil
on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dip-
stick every time you refill the
vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap
is properly tightened.
■If oil is spilled on the engine
cover
To prevent the engine cover from
being damaged, remove any
engine oil from the engine cover
as soon as possible using a neu-
tral detergent. Do not use an
organic solvent such as brake
cleaner.
Checking the coolant

4566-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HIGHLANDER HV_U
WARNING
■To prevent injury
Before performing any light bulb
replacement procedure, be sure
to turn the power switch off. Fail-
ure to do so may result in burns
from hot compone nts or a part of
your body may get caught on an
operating component, possibly
causing serious injury.
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the lights. Do not
attempt to replace the bulb
immediately after turning off the
lights.The bulbs become very
hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion
of the light bulb with bare
hands. When it is unavoidable
to hold the glass portion, use
and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and
oils on the bulb. Also, if the bulb
is scratched or dropped, it may
blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any
parts used to secure them. Fail-
ure to do so may result in heat
damage, fire, or water entering
the light unit. This may damage
the lights or cause condensa-
tion to build up on the lens.
●Do not attempt t o repair or dis-
assemble light bulbs, connec-
tors, electric circuits or
component parts.
Doing so may result in death or
serious injury due to electric
shock.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulbs are fully
seated and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb
before installing to prevent heat
damage.

4777-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
HIGHLANDER HV_U
The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depend-
ing on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need
for inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your To y o t a
dealer immediately.
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained
below may differ from the actual
messages according to operation
conditions and vehicle specifica-
tions.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not
be heard due to being in a noisy
location or audio sound.
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level is low. Check
the level of the engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may appear if the
vehicle is stopped on a slope. Move
the vehicle to a l evel surface and
check to see if the message disap-
pears.
Messages and warnings
Warning lightWarning
buzzer
*Warning
-Sounds
 Indicates an important situation, such as
when a system relate d to driving is mal-
functioning or that danger may result if
the correction procedure is not per-
formed
 Indicates a situation, such as when dam-
age to the vehicle or danger may result
Comes on or
flashesSounds
Indicates an importan t situation, such as
when the systems shown on the
multi-information display may be malfunc-
tioning
-Does not sound
 Indicates a condition, such as malfunc-
tion of electrical components, their condi-
tion, or indicates the need for
maintenance
 Indicates a situatio n, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly

4807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER HV_Uare shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, it may indicate a mal-
function. Immediat
ely stop the
vehicle and contact your Toyota
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low Stop in a
Safe Place See Owner's Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual”
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's
Manual”
• “Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual”
• “Shift to P See Owner's Manual”
●If any of the following messages
are shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, the vehicle may have
run out of fuel. Stop the vehicle in
a safe place and, if the fuel level is
low, refuel the vehicle.
• “Hybrid System Stopped”
• “Engine Stopped”
●If any of the following messages
are shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, it may indicate a mal-
function. Have the vehicle
inspected by you r Toyota dealer
immediately.
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunc- tion”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Smart Key System Malfunction
See Owner's Manual”
●If any of the following messages
are shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, follow the instruc-
tions.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Man-
ual” ( P.504)
• “Maintenance Required for Trac- tion Battery Cooling Parts See
Owner's Manual” ( P.441)
NOTICE
■If “High Power Consumption
Partial Limit on AC/Heater
Operation” is displayed fre-
quently
There is a possible malfunction
relating to the charging system or
the 12-volt battery may be deteri-
orating. Have the vehicle
inspected by you r Toyota dealer.

5128-1. Specifications
HIGHLANDER HV_U
Front
Rear
■Oil capacity (Drain and
refillreference
*)
*: 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
Electric motor (traction motor)
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous
motor
Maximum output134 kW
Maximum torque199 ft•lbf (270 N•m, 27.5 kgf•m)
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.)

562Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_UEDR (Event data recorder)......... 7
E-Four ...................................... 326
Elapsed time ..................... 96, 106
Electric motor (traction motor)71
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
............................................... 326Warning light ........................ 469
Electronic key ......................... 128 Battery-saving function......... 147
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 496
Replacing the battery ........... 444
Electronic roof sunshade Jam protection function ........ 186
Operation ............................. 185
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ....................... 325
Emergency flashers ............... 458
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .. 466
If a warning light turns on ..... 466
If a warning message is dis-played................................. 476
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged .............................. 498
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 496
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................... 495
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 493
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water .................................. 459
If you have a flat tire ............. 481
If you lose your keys ............ 495
If you think something is wrong ........................................... 464
If your vehicle becomes stuck ........................................... 507
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 458 If your vehicle needs to be towed
...........................................461
If your vehicle ove rheats ......504
Energy monitor ....................... 117
Engine ACCESSORY mode . ............216
Compartment........................416
Engine switch .......................213
Hood .....................................414
How to start the hybrid system ...........................................213
Identification number ............ 511
If the hybrid sys tem will not start
...........................................493
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................458
Ignition switch (power switch) ...........................................213
Overheating ..........................504
Power switch ........................213
Tachometer.............................89
Engine coolant Capacity ...............................513
Checking ..............................418
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................333
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......................................89
Engine oil Capacity ...............................512
Checking ..............................416
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................333
Warning light.........................467
Engine switch (power switch)213 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................458
EPS (Electric Po wer Steering)
...............................................326 Warning light.........................469
EV drive mode.........................218
EV indicator...............................72