2021 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID oil level

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

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.

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Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER HV_U
Vehicle specifications
.8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................. 510
Fuel information .......... 518
Tire information ........... 520
8-2. Customization Customizable features.................................. 530
8-3. Initialization Items to initialize ......... 542

5108-1. Specifications
HIGHLANDER HV_U
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.510)
■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

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.)

5248-1. 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

572Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_ULow engine oil pressure ....... 467
Low fuel level ....................... 469
LTA indicator ......................... 470
Malfunction indicator lamp ... 467
Parking brake indicator ........ 473
PKSB OFF indicato
r ............. 471
Pre-collision system ............. 472
RCTA OFF indicator ............. 471
Seat belt reminder light 469, 470
Slip indicator......................... 472
SRS ...................................... 468
Tire pressure ........................ 470
Warning message........... 101, 110
Warning messages................. 476
Washer Adding .................................. 420
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 333
Switch........................... 235, 238
Washing and waxing .............. 400
Weight Cargo capacity ..................... 200
Load limits ............................ 200
Weight .................................. 510
Wheels ..................................... 438 Size ...................................... 515
Window lock switch ............... 181
Windows Power windows .................... 179
Rear window defogger . 344, 348
Washer ......................... 235, 238
Windshield defo gger ...... 344, 347
Windshield wiper de-icer344, 352
Windshield wipers Rain-sensing windshield wipers................................... 235, 238
Winter driving tips .................. 333
Wireless charger .................... 375
Wireless remote control Battery-Saving Function ....... 147
Locking/Unlocking ................ 129
Replacing the battery ........... 444
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