2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID interior lights

3645-3. Using the interior lights
HIGHLANDER HV_U
■To prevent the 12-volt battery
from being discharged
If the interior lights remain on when
the power switch is turned off, the
lights will go off automatically after
20 minutes.
■The interior lights may turn on
automatically when
If any of the SRS airbags deploy
(inflate) or in the event of a strong
rear impact, the interior lights will
turn on automatically.
The interior lights will turn off auto-
matically after approximately 20
minutes.
The interior lights can be turned off
manually. However, in order to help
prevent further collisions, it is rec-
ommended that they be left on until
safety can be ensured.
(The interior lights may not turn on
automatically depending on the
force of the impact and conditions of
the collision.)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(  P.530)
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-
charge
Do not leave the lights on longer
than necessary when the hybrid
system is off.

3765-5. Using the other interior features
HIGHLANDER HV_Ucharger will be memorized.
3
Place a portable device on
the charging area with its
charging surface facing
down.
While charging, the operation indi-
cator light (orang e) will be illumi-
nated.
If charging does not begin, move
the portable device as close to the
center of the charging area as pos-
sible.
When charging is complete, the
operation indicator light (green) will
illuminate.
■Recharging function
 If a certain amount of time has
elapsed since charging com-
pleted and the portable device
has not been moved, the
wireless charger will restart
charging.
 If the portable device is
moved within the charging area, charging will stop tem-
porarily then restart.
■Operation indicator light
status
*: Depending on the portable
device, the operation indicator
light may stay illuminated
(orange) after charging has com-
pleted.
■If the operation indicator
light blinks
If an error is detected, the oper-
ation indicator light will blink
(orange). Take the appropriate
measures according to the table
below.
 Blinks (orange) at a one sec-
ond interval continuously
Operation indi-
cator lightState
OffThe Wireless char-
ger is off
Green (illumi-
nated)
Standby (charging
is possible)
Charging is com-
plete
*
Orange (illumi-
nated)
A portable device
has been placed
on the charging
area (identifying
the portable
device)
Charging in prog-
ress

3885-5. Using the other interior features
HIGHLANDER HV_U
1To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
2 To set the visor in the side
position, flip down, unhook,
and swing it to the side.
3 To use the side extender,
place the visor in the side
position, then slide it back-
ward.
Open the cover.
The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-
charge
If the vanity lights remain on when
the power switch is turned off, the
lights will go off automatically after
20 minutes.
NOTICE
●Do not use devices which are
sensitive to vibration or heat in
the vehicle.
These devices may malfunction
due to vibration while driving or
heat while the vehicle is parked
in the sun.
●When not using a power outlet,
make sure to close the cover. If
foreign matter or a liquid enters
the power outlet, it may cause a
malfunction or short circuit.
●Do not use a multi-point outlet
adapter as doing so may over-
load the power outlet.
■When the ambie nt tempera-
ture is high
If the temperature inside the vehi-
cle is high, such as after the vehi-
cle has been parked in the sun,
the power outlets may not be able
to be used. Sufficiently ventilate
the interior or use the air condi-
tioning system to c ool the interior
before attempting to use the
power outlets.
■When the ambie nt tempera-
ture is low
If the vehicle has been stopped in
a cold area, to protect the hybrid
battery (traction battery), the
power outlets may not be able to
be used. In this case, drive the
vehicle for a while to warm up the
hybrid battery (tr action battery).
Sun visors
Vanity mirrors

3895-5. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
HIGHLANDER HV_U
1Push the lid.
2 Push the lid back up half way.
■To use the overhead console
from the conversation mirror
state
Fully close the lid, then open it
again. ( P.368)
1 Pull the tab up. 2
Hook the sunshade on to the
anchors.
To lower the sunshade, pull the tab
up slightly to unhook the shade
from the anchors, and lower it
slowly.
NOTICE
■To prevent the 1 2-volt battery
from being discharged
Do not leave the vanity lights on
for extended periods while the
hybrid system is off.
Conversation mirror
Rear door sunshades (if
equipped)
NOTICE
■To ensure normal operation
of the sunshades
●Do not put anyth ing in an area
where it may int erfere with the
operation of a rear door sun-
shade.
●To prevent damage to the rear
door sunshades, do not apply
excessive load or attach items
to the rear door sunshades.

4947-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be
discharged. ( P.498)
 The 12-volt battery terminal
connections may be loose or
corroded. ( P.421)
One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
 One or both of the 12-volt bat-
tery terminals may be discon-
nected. ( P.421)
 The 12-volt battery may be
discharged. ( P.498)
Contact your Toyot a dealer if the
problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does
not start, the following steps can
be used as an interim measure
to start the hybrid system if the
power switch is functioning nor-
mally.
Do not use this starting proce- dure except in cases of emer-
gency.
1
Pull the parking brake switch
to check that the parking
brake is set. ( P.224)
Parking brake indicator will come
on.
2 Shift the shift lever to P.
3 Turn the power switch to
ACC.
4 Press and hold the power
switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake
pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be
started using the above steps,
the system may be malfunction-
ing. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer.
The interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the
horn does not sound or
sounds at a low volume.
The interior lights and
headlights do not turn on,
or the horn does not
sound.
Starting the hybrid sys-
tem in an emergency

5168-1. Specifications
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Ty p e B
Wheel size18  8 J, 18  4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire size235/55R20 102V, T165/90D18 107M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160
km/h]) (in countries wher e such speeds are per-
mitted by law)
Add 4 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front
and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold
tire inflation pressure in dicated on the tire side-
wall.
Wheel size20  8 J, 18  4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Front side marker lights5B
Front turn signal lights7444NA28A
Rear turn signal lights21A
Back-up lights16B
License plate lights5B
Parking lights7444NA8A
Interior
Door courtesy lights1685B
Vanity lights8B
Rear personal light8B
Rear interior light8C

5408-2. Customization
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■RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function (P.300)
■PKSB (Parking Support Brake)* ( P.305)
*: If equipped
■Front automatic air conditioning system ( P.342)
■Illumination ( P.362)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
RCTA (Rear Cross Traf-
fic Alert) functionOnOff—O—
Buzzer volumeLevel 2Level 1—O—Level 3
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) functionOnOff—O—
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switch opera-
tionOnOffO—O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the
power switch is turned
off
OnOff——O
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff——O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
OnOff——O

560Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_UBack-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 449
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking................... 421
If the 12-volt battery is dis-charged .............................. 498
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 333
Replacing ............................. 501
Warning light ........................ 467
Battery (traction battery) ......... 75
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...... 286
Brake Brake hold ............................ 227
Fluid ............................. 420, 515
Parking brake ....................... 224
Regenerative braking ............. 72
Warning light ........................ 466
Brake assist ............................ 325
Break-in tips ........ ................... 191
Brightness control Instrument panel light control . 92
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...... 286
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warn-ing (LTA) ............................. 269
C
Care Exterior ................................. 400
Interior .................................. 403
Seat belts ............................. 403
Wheels and wheel ornaments........................................... 400
Cargo capacity ....................... 200
Cargo net hooks .. ................... 370
Chains ..................................... 334
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system ... 60
Fixed with a seat belt ............. 55
Front passenger occupant clas-sification system ................... 43 Points to remember ................50
Riding with children ................49
Types of child restraint system
installation method ...............52
Using an anchor bracket ........62
Child safety 12-volt battery precautions .422, 502
Airbag precautions .................39
Back door precautions..........135
Child restraint system .............52
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautio ns..............358
How your child should wear the seat belt ................................28
Moon roof precautions..........183
Panoramic moon roof precau- tions ....................................187
Power window lock switch ....181
Power window precautions...180
Rear door child-protectors ....134
Seat belt extender precautions .............................................29
Seat belt precautions..............49
Child-protectors......................134
Cleaning Exterior .................................400
Interior ..................................403
Radar sensor ........................244
Seat belts .............................403
Wheels and wheel ornaments...........................................400
Clock ....................................89, 92
Coat hooks ..............................383
Condenser ............. ..................419
Console box ............................366
Conversation mirror ...............389
Cooling system .......................418 Engine overheating ..............504
Hybrid system overheating ...505