2023 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID instrument panel

3635-4. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
An assist grip installed on the
ceiling can be used to support
your body while sitting on the
seat.
The coat hooks are provided
with the rear assist grips.Please use as a power supply
for electronic goods that use
less than 12 VDC/10 A (power
consumption of 120 W).
When using electronic goods,
make sure that the power con-
sumption of all the connected
power outlets is less than 120
W.
On the instrument panel
Open the lid.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the
armrest
Do not apply too much load on the
armrest.
Assist grips
WARNING
■Assist grip
Do not use the assist grip when
getting in or out o f the vehicle or
rising from your seat.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the
assist grip
Do not hang any heavy object or
put a heavy load on the assist
grip.
Coat hooks
WARNING
■Items that must not be hung
on the hook
Do not hang coat hangers or
other hard or sharp objects on the
hook. If the SRS curtain shield air-
bags deploy, these items may
become projectiles, causing death
or serious injury.
Power outlets (12 VDC)

3836-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
Remove dirt and dust using a
vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty
surfaces with a cloth damp-
ened with lukewarm water.
 If dirt cannot be removed,
wipe it off with a soft cloth
dampened with neutral deter-
gent diluted to approximately
1%.
Wring out any excess water
from the cloth and thoroughly
wipe off remaining traces of
detergent and water.
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foam-
ing-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam.
Rub in overlapping circles. Do not
use water. Wipe dirty surfaces and
let them dry. Excellent results are
obtained by keeping the carpet as
dry as possible.
■Handling the seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm
water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for
excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
Cleaning and protect-
ing the vehicle interior
Perform cleaning in a man-
ner appropriate to each
component and its material.
Protecting the vehicle
interior
WARNING
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in
the vehicle, such as on the floor,
in the hybrid battery (traction
battery) air vents, and in the lug-
gage compartment.
Doing so may cause the hybrid
battery, electrical components,
etc. to malfunction or catch fire.
●Do not get any of the SRS com-
ponents or wiring in the vehicle
interior wet.
(  P. 3 4 )
An electrical ma lfunction may
cause the airbags to deploy or
not function properly, resulting
in death or serious injury.
●Vehicles with wireless charger:
Do not let the wireless charger
(  P.356) get wet. Failure to do
so may cause t he charger to
become hot and cause burns or
could cause electric shock
resulting in death or serious
injury.
■Cleaning the interior (espe-
cially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish
cleaner. The instrument panel
may reflect off the windshield,
obstructing the driver’s view and
leading to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types
of detergent, as they may dis-
color the vehicle interior or
cause streaks or damage to
painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic sub- stances such as benzene or
gasoline, alkaline or acidic solu-
tions, dye, and bleach

3846-1. Maintenance and care
Remove dirt and dust using a
vacuum cleaner.
 Wipe off any excess dirt and
dust with a soft cloth damp-
ened with diluted detergent.
Use a diluted water solution of
approximately 5% neutral wool
detergent.
Wring out any excess water
from the cloth and thoroughly
wipe off all remaining traces
of detergent.
 Wipe the surface with a dry,
soft cloth to remove any
remaining moisture. Allow the
leather to dry in a shaded and
ventilated area.
■Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the
interior of the vehicle at least twice a
year to maintain t he quality of the
vehicle’s interior.
NOTICE
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solu- tions, such as thinner, benzene,
and alcohol
●Do not use polish wax or polish
cleaner. The instrument panel’s
or other interior part’s painted
surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather
surfaces
Observe the following precautions
to avoid damage to and deteriora-
tion of leather surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from
leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to
direct sunlight for extended peri-
ods of time. Park the vehicle in
the shade, especially during
summer.
●Do not place items made of
vinyl, plastic, or containing wax
on the upholstery, as they may
stick to the leather surface if the
vehicle interior heats up signifi-
cantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with
water.
Vehicle systems such as the
audio system may be damaged if
water comes into contact with
electrical components such as the
audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicle. Water may
also cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of
the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to con-
tact the lens. Also, do not touch
the lens. (
P.237)
■Cleaning the inside of the rear
window
●Do not use glass cleaner to
clean the rear window, as this
may cause damage to the rear
window defogger heater wires
or antenna. Use a cloth damp-
ened with lukewarm water to
gently wipe the window clean.
Wipe the window in strokes run-
ning parallel to the heater wires
or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or
damage the heater wires or
antenna.
Cleaning the leather areas

4918-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
vehicle.
Top left of the instrument
panel
The vehicle identification number is
stamped.
Left-hand side center pillar
This number is also on the Certifi-
cation Label.
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Engine
ModelA25A-FXS
Ty p e4-cylinder in line , 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.44  4.07 in. (87.5  103.48 mm)
Displacement151.8 cu. in. (2487 cm3)
Valve clearance (engine cold)Automatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.1 gal. (65 L, 14.2 Imp. gal.)

5168-2. Customization
■Power back door (P.131)
*1: If equipped
*2: The open position is set by the power back door switch. ( P.141)
*3: The operation buzzer that sounds when the back door begins to operate
cannot be turned off.
■Driving position memory* (  P.153)
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Power back doorOnOff—O—
Kick sensor*1OnOff—O—
Power back door open-
ing position5
1 to 4
—O—
User setting*2
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1—O—Level 2
Opening/closing of the
back door using the
power back door switch
on the instrument panel
Press and holdOne short press——O
Opening/closing of the
power back door using
the switch of the
wireless remo te control
Press and hold
One short press
——OPush twice
Off
Operation buzzer while
the back door is operat-
ing
*3OffOn——O
Power back door open
operation when the back
door opener switch is
pressed
OnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Selecting doors linked to
the memory recall func-
tion
Driver’s doorAll doors——O

5218-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Illumination (P.343)
*: If equipped
■Vehicle customization
●When the smart key system is off,
smart door unlocking cannot be
customized.
●When the doors remain closed
after unlocking the doors and the
timer activated automatic door
lock function activates, signals will
be generated in accordance with
the operation buzzer volume and
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
Instrument panel orna-
ment light
* and door trim
ornament lights
*
OnOff——O
Time elapsed before the
outer foot lights
* turn off15 seconds
Off
O—O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer
foot lights
* when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
OnOff——O
Operation of the outer
foot lights
* when the
doors are unlocked with
the power door lock
switch
OnOff——O

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

546Alphabetical Index
High mounted stoplightReplacing light bulbs ............ 428
High-voltage components ....... 73
Hill-start assist control .......... 311
Hood Open .................................... 394
Hooks Cargo net hooks ................... 350
Coat hooks ........................... 363
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 24
Horn ......................................... 159
Hybrid battery (tr action battery)
Location.................................. 73
Specification ......................... 492
Warning message .................. 76
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents .................................. 75
Hybrid system .......................... 69 Acoustic vehicle alerting system............................................. 71
Emergency shut off system .... 76
Energy monitor/consumption screen ................................ 119
EV drive mode...................... 211
High voltage components....... 73
Hybrid system precautions ..... 73
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 474
Overheating.......................... 486
Power (ignition) switch ......... 207
Regenerative braking ............. 70
Starting the hybrid system.... 207
Hybrid System Indicator ... 88, 94, 11 7
Hybrid transmission .............. 213 S mode ................................. 215
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 318
I
I/M test ..................................... 390
Identification Engine .................................. 491 Vehicle ..................................490
Ignition switch (power switch) ...............................................207Auto power off fun ction .........210
Changing the power switch modes.................................209
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................438
Immobilizer system ..................77
Indicators ..................................84
Initialization Items to initialize ...................523
Maintenance .................387, 398
Power windows ....................173
Tire pressure w arning system
...........................................409
Inside rear view m irror ...160, 161
Instrument panel light control89, 96
Interior lights...........................343 Front interior light .................343
Rear interior light ..................343
Intuitive parking assist Function................................283
Warning message.................285
J
JackPositioning a floor jack .........395
Vehicle-equipped jack ..........462
Jack handle .............................462
Jam protection function Electronic roof sunshade ......180
Moon roof .............................176
Panoramic moon r oof ...........180
Power back door ..................136
Power windows ....................173
K
Keyless entry Smart key system .................142