2023 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID steering

4547-2. Steps to take in an emergency
light will not turn off even though the
flat tire has been replaced with the
spare tire. Replace the spare tire
with the repaired tire and adjust the
tire inflation pressure. The tire pres-
sure warning light will go off after a
few minutes.
■Conditions that the tire pres-
sure warning system may not
function properly
 P. 4 0 8
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake
system warning lights remain
on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place
immediately and contact your Toy-
ota dealer.
The vehicle will become
extremely unstable during brak-
ing, and the ABS system may fail,
which could cause an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power
steering system warning light
comes on
When the light comes on yellow,
the assist to the power steering is
restricted. When the light comes
on red, the assist to the power
steering is lost and handling oper-
ations of the steering wheel
become extremely heavy.
When steering wheel operations
are heavier than usual, grip the
steering wheel firmly and operate
it using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning
light comes on
Be sure to observe the following
precautions.
Failure to do so could cause a
loss of vehicle control and result
in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place
as soon as possible. Adjust the
tire inflation pressure immedi-
ately.
●If the tire pressure warning light
comes on even after tire infla-
tion pressure adjustment, it is
probable that you have a flat
tire. Check the tires. If a tire is
flat, change it with the spare tire
and have the flat tire repaired by
the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and
braking.
If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the
steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air
leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system
may not activate immediately.
■Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, includi ng the spare (if
provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to
the inflation pressure recom-
mended by the vehicle manufac-
turer on the vehicle placard or tire
inflation pressure label (tire and
load information label). (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size
than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load infor-
mation label], you should deter-
mine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.)

4587-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If “Hybrid System Stopped
Steering Power Low” is dis-
played
This message is displayed if the
hybrid system is stopped while driv-
ing.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using
more force th an usual.
■If “Hybrid System Overheated
Output Power Reduced” is dis-
played
This message may be displayed
when driving under severe operat-
ing conditions. (For example, when
driving up a long steep hill.)
Handling method: P. 4 8 4
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be
Protected Refrain from the Use
of N Position” is displayed
This message may be displayed
when the shift lever is in N.
As the hybrid batte ry (traction bat-
tery) cannot be charged when the
shift lever is in N, shift the shift lever
to P when the vehicle is stopped.
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be
Protected Shift into P to
Restart” is displayed
This message is displayed when the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
charge has become extremely low
because the shift lever has been left
in N for a certain amount of time.
When operating the vehicle, shift to
P and restart the hybrid system.
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting
Vehicle” or “Shift to P when
Parked” is displayed
This message is displayed when the
driver’s door is opened without turn-
ing the power swit ch off with the
shift lever in any position other than
P. Change the shift lever to P.
■If “Shift is in N Release Acceler-
ator Before Shifting” is dis-
played
The accelerator pedal has been
depressed when the shift lever is in
N.
Release the accelerator pedal and
shift the shift le ver to D, S or R.
■If “Press Brake when Vehicle is
Stopped Hybrid System may
Overheat” is displayed
The message may be displayed
when the accelerator pedal is
depressed to hold the vehicle while
the vehicle is stopped on an incline,
etc. The hybrid system may over-
heat. Release the accelerator pedal
and depress the brake pedal.
■If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve
Battery” is displayed
Power was cut off due to the auto-
matic power off function. Next time
when starting the hybrid system,
operate the hybrid system for
approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery.
■If “Headlight System Malfunc-
tion Visit Your Dealer” is dis-
played
The following systems may be mal-
functioning. Hav e the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
●The LED headlight system (if AFS
[Adaptive Front-lighting System]
equipped)
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting Sys-
tem) (if equipped)
●The automatic headlight leveling
system (if equipped)
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable See Owner's Man-
ual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system is sus-
pended temporarily or until the prob-
lem shown in the message is

4727-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■When using the compact
spare tire
●Remember that the compact
spare tire provided is specifi-
cally designed for use with your
vehicle. Do not use your com-
pact spare tire on another vehi-
cle.
●Do not use more than one com-
pact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire
with a standard tire as soon as
possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration,
abrupt steering, sudden brak-
ing and shifting operations that
cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire
is attached
The vehicle speed may not be
correctly detecte d, and the follow-
ing systems may not operate cor-
rectly:
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRAC
• EPS
• VDIM
• Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• Automatic High Beam
• AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (if equipped)
• Toyota parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
• R C TA
• Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only c an the following
system not be utilized fully, but it
may even negatively affect the
drive-train components:
• E-Four (AWD models)
■Speed limit when using the
compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess
of 50 mph (80 km /h) when a com-
pact spare tire is installed on the
vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not
designed for driving at high
speeds. Failure to observe this
precaution may lead to an acci-
dent causing death or serious
injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, ma ke sure all the
tools and jack are securely in
place in their storage location to
reduce the possibility of personal
injury during a collision or sudden
braking.

4958-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf) while the engine is running.
Ty p e A
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the transmission of yo ur vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*3.6 in. (91 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size235/65R18 106V, 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 indicated on the tire side-
wall.

5048-1. Specifications
Grade 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

542Alphabetical Index
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ............ 428
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking................... 402
If the 12-volt battery is dis-charged .............................. 479
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 320
Replacing ............................. 482
Warning light ........................ 446
Battery (traction battery) ......... 73
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...... 278
Brake Brake hold ............................ 220
Fluid ............................. 400, 495
Parking brake ....................... 217
Regenerative braking ............. 70
Warning light ........................ 445
Brake assist ............................ 311
Break-in tips ........ ................... 185
Brightness control Instrument panel light control89, 96
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...... 278
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warn-ing (LTA) ............................. 262
C
Care Exterior ................................. 380
Interior .................................. 383
Seat belts ............................. 383
Wheels and wheel ornaments........................................... 380
Cargo capacity ....................... 194
Cargo net hooks .. ................... 350
Chains ..................................... 321
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 .403, 483
Airbag precautions .................39
Back door precautions..........131
Child restraint system .............52
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautio ns..............341
How your child should wear the seat belt ................................28
Moon roof precautions..........177
Panoramic moon roof precau- tions ....................................181
Power window lock switch ....175
Power window precautions...174
Rear door child-protectors ....130
Seat belt extender precautions .............................................29
Seat belt precautions..............49
Child-protectors......................130
Cleaning Exterior .................................380
Interior ..................................383
Radar sensor ........................238
Seat belts .............................383
Wheels and wheel ornaments...........................................380
Clock ................... .....87, 90, 91, 96
Coat hooks ..............................363
Condenser ............. ..................400
Console box ............................347
Conversation mirror ...............369
Cooling system .......................399 Engine overheating ..............484
Hybrid system overheating ...486

544Alphabetical Index
Electric Power Steering (EPS)............................................... 312Warning light ........................ 448
Electronic key ......................... 124 Battery-saving function......... 143
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 477
Replacing the battery ........... 423
Electronic roof sunshade Jam protection function ........ 180
Operation ............................. 179
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ....................... 311
Emergency flashers ............... 438
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .. 445
If a warning light turns on ..... 445
If a warning message is dis-played................................. 456
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged .............................. 479
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 477
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................... 476
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 474
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising .. 439
If you have a flat tire ............. 461
If you lose your keys ............ 475
If you think something is wrong ........................................... 443
If your vehicle becomes stuck ........................................... 488
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 438
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................... 441
If your vehicle overheats ...... 484
Energy monitor ....................... 119 Engine
ACCESSORY mode . ............209
Compartment........................396
Engine switch .......................207
Hood .....................................394
How to start the hybrid system ...........................................207
Identification number ............491
If the hybrid sys tem will not start
...........................................474
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................438
Ignition switch (power switch) ...........................................207
Overheating ..........................484
Power switch ........................207
Tachometer.......................87, 91
Engine coolant Capacity ...............................493
Checking ..............................399
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................320
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................................87, 91
Engine oil Capacity ...............................492
Checking ..............................396
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................320
Warning light.........................446
Engine oil maintenance data .398
Engine switch (power switch)207 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................438
EPS (Electric Po wer Steering)
...............................................312 Warning light.........................448
EV drive mode......................... 211
EV indicator...............................70
Event data recorder (EDR) .........7

545Alphabetical Index
F
Flat tireTire pressure warning system........................................... 407
Vehicles with a spare tire ..... 461
Floor mats ................................. 24
Fluid Brake .................................... 495
Hybrid transmission.............. 494
Washer ................................. 401
Fog lights Switch................................... 229
Footwell light .................... ...... 343
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system .................... 43
Front seats Adjustment ........................... 147
Cleaning ............................... 383
Correct driving posture ........... 25
Driving position memory....... 153
Head restraints ..................... 156
Memory recall function ......... 155
Seat heaters ......................... 341
Seat position memory .......... 153
Seat ventilators .................... 341
Front side marker light Light switch .......................... 223
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 428
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 428
Turn signal lever ................... 216
Fuel Capacity ............................... 491
Fuel gauge ....................... 87, 91
Information ........................... 498
Refueling .............................. 234
Type ..................................... 491
Warning light ........................ 448
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ... 97, 109 Current fuel consumption97, 109
Fuel economy ...................97, 109
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ...............................476
Refueling ..............................234
Fuel gauge...........................87, 91
Fuses .......................................425
G
Garage door opene r ...............370
Gauges ................................87, 91
Glove box ................................347
Glove box light........................347
H
Head restraints .......................156
Headlight aim ..........................427
Headlights Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ..................................225
Automatic High Beam system ...........................................226
Light switch...........................223
Replacing light bulbs ............428
Head-up display ...................... 114 Driving information display area........................................... 114
Hybrid System Indicator ....... 117
Navigation system-linked display ........................................... 117
Settings ................................ 116
Heated steering wheel............341
Heaters Automatic air conditioning sys-tem .....................................328
Heated steering wheel..........341
Outside rear view mirrors .....330
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................337
Seat heaters ....... ..................341