2023 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID brake light

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.

539What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
Is the power switch in ON?
If you cannot release the shift lever
by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON ( P.214)
 Is the window lock switch
pressed?
The power window except for the
one at the driver’s seat cannot be
operated if the win dow lock switch
is pressed. ( P.175)
 The auto power off function
will be operated if the vehicle
is left in ACC or ON (the
hybrid system is not operat-
ing) for a period of time.
( P.210)
 The seat belt reminder light is
flashing
Are the driver and the passengers
wearing the seat belts? ( P.448)
 The parking brake indicator is
on
Is the parking br ake released?
(  P.217)
Depending on the situation,
other types of warning buzzer
may also sound. ( P.445, 456)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle
open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm
sounds. ( P. 7 8 )
Do one of the following to stop
the alarms:
 Unlock the doors.
 Turn the power switch to ACC
or ON, or start the hybrid sys-
tem.
 Is the message displayed on
the multi-information display?
Check the message on the
multi-informat ion display. (P.456)
 When a warning light turns on
or a warning message is dis-
played, refer to P.445, 456.
The shift lever cannot be
shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal
The windows do not open
or close by operating the
power window switches
The power switch is
turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds
during driving
An alarm is activated and
the horn sounds (vehicles
with an alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds
when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on
or a warning message is
displayed

541Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
A/C ........................................... 328Air conditioning filter ............. 418
Automatic air conditioning sys-tem ..................................... 328
Eco air conditioning mode .... 332
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) ................. 334
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................ 337
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ............................................... 311Warning light ........................ 447
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ............................................... 311
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ............................................... 311
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)...................................... 225
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ................................. 225
AHB (Automatic High Beam) . 226
Air conditioning filter ............. 418
Air conditioning system ........ 328 Air conditioning filter ............. 418
Automatic air conditioning sys-tem ..................................... 328
Eco air conditioning mode .... 332
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) ................. 334
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................ 337
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.... 36
Airbag precautions for your child............................................. 39
Correct driving posture ........... 25
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 37
Curtain shield airbag precautions ............................................. 39 Front passenger occupant clas-
sification system ...................43
General airbag precautions ....39
Locations of airbags ...............34
Modification and disposal of air- bags......................................42
Side airbag operating conditions .............................................37
Side airbag precautions..........39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions .............37
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ...........................39
SRS airbags ...........................34
SRS warning light .................447
Alarm .........................................78 Warning buzzer ....................445
Anchor brackets ... ..............52, 62
Antennas (smart key system)142
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ............................................... 311Warning light.........................447
Approach warning ..................270
Armrest ......... ......................... ..362
Assist grips .............................363
Audio system-linked display101, 111
Automatic air conditioning sys- tem .........................................328Eco air conditioning mode ....332
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................224
Automatic High Beam ............226
Automatic light control system ...............................................224
Auxiliary boxes ...............349, 354
Average fuel economy .....97, 109
Average vehicle speed ...........101
AWD Control ...........................101
B
Back door ................................131

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

543Alphabetical Index
Cruise controlDynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 263
Cup holders ............................ 347
Current fuel consumption97, 109
Curtain shield airbags ............. 34
Customizable features ........... 510
D
Daytime running light system223 Replacing light bulbs ............ 428
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ..... 330
Rear window ........................ 330
Windshield............................ 330
Differential Rear differential oil ............... 494
Digital Rearview Mirror .......... 161
Dimension ............................... 490
Dinghy towing ........................ 206
Display Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 263
Energy monitor ..................... 119
Head-up display ................... 114
Intuitive parking assist .......... 283
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ..... 259
Multi-informatio n display 96, 106
RCTA .................................... 291
Warning message ................ 456
Distance until next engine oil change..................................... 89
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 387
Door courtesy lights .............. 343
Door lock Back door ............................. 131
Side doors ............................ 127
Smart key system................. 142
Wireless remote control ....... 125
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system................ 130 Back door .............................131
Door glasses ........................173
Door lock ..............................131
Open door warning buzzer .128,
130
Outside rear view mirrors .....171
Rear door child-protectors ....130
Drive distance .........................101
Drive information ....................101
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory .......153
Memory recall function .........155
Driving Break-in tips .........................185
Correct driving posture ...........25
Driving mode select switch ...308
Hybrid vehicle dri ving tips .....318
Procedures ...........................184
Winter drive tips....................320
Driving information display .....97
Driving mode select switch ...308
Driving position memory .......153 Memory recall function .........155
Driving range ....................97, 109
Driving support system informa- tion display............ 100, 108, 111
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range............263Warning message.................273
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System)....................... 311
ECO Accelerator Guidance....99, 11 0
Eco drive mode .......................308
Eco score .......................... 99, 110
EDR (Event data recorder) .........7
E-Four ......................................312
Elapsed time ...........................101
Electric motor (t raction motor)69

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