Toyota Highlander 2008 Owners Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
2
When driving
Interior
3
features
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other
interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
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For US owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for US owners
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Before driving
1-1. Key information.................. 30
Keys..................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors............. 32
Smart key system................. 32
Wireless remote control ....... 53
Side doors............................ 64
Back door............................. 68
Glass hatch.......................... 73
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)................. 75
Front seats........................... 75
Rear seats............................ 78
Head restraints..................... 87
Seat belts............................. 90
Steering wheel ..................... 96
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror.................................. 97
Outside rear view mirrors..... 99
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and
moon roof ....................... 101
Power windows .................. 101
Moon roof........................... 103
1-5. Refueling........................... 106
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 106
1-6. Theft deterrent
system............................. 110
Engine immobilizer
system.............................. 110
Alarm.................................. 116
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................. 119
1-7. Safety information............ 120
Correct driving posture....... 120
SRS airbags ....................... 122
Front passenger occupant
classification system......... 134
Child restraint systems ....... 140
Installing child restraints ..... 144
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures........... 156
Driving the vehicle.............. 156
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart key
system)............................. 164
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system) ...................... 168
Automatic Transmission..... 171
Turn signal lever................. 175
Parking brake ..................... 176
2-2. Instrument cluster............ 177
Gauges and meters............ 177
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 179
Multi-information display..... 183
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2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers .............................. 192
Headlight switch.................. 192
Fog light switch................... 196
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................. 197
Rear window wiper and
washer.............................. 199
2-4. Using other driving
systems ........................... 200
Cruise control...................... 200
Rear view monitor system
(vehicles with
multi-information
display) ............................. 203
Downhill Assist Control
system
(4WD models only)........... 207
Driving assist systems ........ 209
2-5. Driving information........... 214
Off-road precautions........... 214
Cargo and luggage ............. 219
Vehicle load limits............... 223
Winter driving tips ............... 224
Trailer towing ...................... 228
Dinghy towing ..................... 238
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger .................. 242
Front manual air
conditioning system.......... 242
Front automatic air
conditioning system.......... 247
Rear manual air
conditioning system.......... 255
Rear automatic air
conditioning system.......... 258
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers......................... 261
Windshield wiper
de-icer.............................. 263
Using the steering wheel
climate remote control
switches ........................... 264
3-2. Using the audio
system............................. 265
Audio system (without
navigation system)........... 265
Using the radio................... 268
Using the CD player........... 274
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs....................... 281
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 288
Using the AUX adapter....... 291
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 293
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3-3. Using the rear audio
system............................. 295
Rear seat entertainment
system features................ 295
Using the DVD player
(DVD video)...................... 302
Using the DVD player
(video CD)........................ 310
Using the DVD player
(audio CD/CD text)........... 312
Using the DVD player
(MP3 discs)...................... 313
Using the video mode ........ 315
Changing the initial
setting .............................. 317
3-4. Using the hands-free
phone system
(for cellular phone)......... 324
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
features............................ 324
Using the hands-free
phone system
(for cellular phone)........... 328
Making a phone call........... 336
Setting a cellular phone...... 340
Security and system
setup ................................ 345
Using the phone book........ 348
3-6. Using the storage
features ........................... 358
List of storage features....... 358
• Glove box ......................... 359
• Console box ..................... 359
• Overhead console ............ 360
• Cup holders...................... 362
• Bottle holders ................... 366
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 367
• Side table ......................... 369
3-7. Other interior features...... 371
Sun visors........................... 371
Vanity mirror....................... 372
Clock (vehicles without
multi-information
display)............................. 373
Conversation mirror............ 374
Power outlet........................ 375
Seat heaters....................... 378
Armrests............................. 380
Floor mat ............................ 381
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 382
Garage door opener........... 388
Compass ............................ 393
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Maintenance and care
3-5. Using the interior
lights ............................... 355
Interior lights list ................. 355
• Personal/interior light
main switch ...................... 356
• Personal/interior lights...... 356
• Interior light ...................... 357
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4-1. Maintenance and
care.................................. 398
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 398
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 401
4-2. Maintenance...................... 404
Maintenance
requirements..................... 404
General maintenance.......... 406
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 409
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance.................... 410
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 410
Hood ................................... 414
Positioning a floor jack........ 416
Engine compartment........... 419
Tires.................................... 433
Tire inflation pressure ......... 443
Wheels................................ 447
Air conditioning filter............ 449
Key battery.......................... 452
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 455
Light bulbs........................... 466
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When trouble arises
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency...................... 489
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 489
If a warning message is
displayed (vehicles with
multi-information
display)............................. 498
If you have a flat tire........... 499
If the engine will not
start.................................. 510
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P................... 512
If you lose your keys/
wireless remote control
transmitter........................ 513
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
key system)...................... 514
If the battery is
discharged........................ 516
If your vehicle
overheats ......................... 520
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 523
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5-1. Essential information ....... 478
If your vehicle needs to
be towed........................... 478
If you think something
is wrong ............................ 485
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 486
Event data recorder ............ 487
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Vehicle specifications
6-1. Specifications................... 526
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)........... 526
Fuel information.................. 539
Tire information .................. 542
6-2. Customization................... 554
Customizable features........ 554
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
6-3. Initialization ...................... 557
Items to initialize................. 557
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For US owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 560
Index
Abbreviation list........................ 562
Alphabetical index.................... 564
What to do if... .......................... 573
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1
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3
4
5
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P. 192
Pictorial index
P. 196
P. 192
P. 414
P. 197
P. 103
P. 99
P. 175
Headlights
Hood
Exterior
Windshield wipers
Moon roof
Outside rear view
mirrors
Parking and side marker
lights
Front turn signal lights
Fog lights
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P. 433
P. 499
P. 534
P. 542
P. 68
P. 64
P. 192
P. 199
Rear window defogger
P. 261
P. 73
P. 192
P. 175
P. 106
Glass hatch
Side doors
Back door
Rear window wiper
License plate lights
Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
Fuel filler door
Tail and side marker
lights
Rear turn signal lights
: If equipped
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P. 122
P. 359
P. 362
P. 380
P. 122
P. 90
P. 75
P. 366
P. 122
P. 122
P. 87
P. 101
P. 78
Pictorial index
P. 381
Interior
Front seats
Seat belts
Head restraints
Power window switches
Rear seats
C
Console box
Bottle holders
SRS driver airbag
SRS driver knee
airbag
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Cup holders
Armrests
SRS front passenger
airbag
Floor mat
SRS side airbags
A
P. 375
P. 362
P. 367
P. 362
P. 171
P. 172
P. 213
P. 512
Shift lever
Shift lock
override button
Cup holders
Cup holders
Auxiliary box
“DAC” switch*
Power outlet
“SNOW” switch
*: 4WD models
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P. 65
Pictorial index
P. 101
P. 101
P. 65
B
Interior
Inside door lock button
Window lock switch
Power window switches
Door lock switch
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C
P. 360
P. 374
P. 388
P. 103
P. 371
P. 356
P. 295
P. 122
P. 393
P. 97
P. 372
P. 357
P. 356
P. 357
Vanity mirrors
Sun visors
Garage door opener switches
Moon roof switches
Personal/interior lights
Rear seat entertainment system
Interior light
Personal/interior lights
Interior light
SRS curtain shield airbags
Overhead console
Conversation mirror
Compass
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
: If equipped
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Pictorial index
P. 362
P. 359
P. 359
P. 362
P. 258
P. 255
Interior
D
Vehicles with a rear manual air conditioning system
Air conditioning
system
Console box
Vehicles with a rear automatic air conditioning system
Cup holders
Air conditioning
system
Cup holders
Console box
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E
P. 367
P. 369
P. 362
Auxiliary box
Side table
Cup holders
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P. 203
P. 183
P. 373
P. 177
P. 96
P. 359
Pictorial index
P. 68
P. 210
P. 433
P. 176
P. 414
P. 367
P. 164
P. 196
P. 192
P. 175
P. 197
P. 199
“ENGINE START STOP” switch
(vehicles with smart key system)
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
Rear window wiper and
washer switch
Fog light switch
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Gauges and
meters
Instrument panel
Rear view monitor system
Multi-information display
Clock
Power back door
main switch
Glove box
VSC/TRAC off switch
Tire pressure warning reset switch
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release
lever
Parking brake pedal
Hood lock release lever
Auxiliary box
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A
P. 375
P. 68
P. 178
P. 263
P. 99
Instrument panel light control dial
Windshield wiper de-icer
switch
Outside rear view
mirror switches
Power back door switch
Power outlet main switch
: If equipped
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P. 329
Pictorial index
P. 293
P. 264
P. 200
P. 329
P. 168
P. 183
B
Audio remote control switches
Climate remote control switches
Instrument panel
Engine switch (vehicles without
smart key system)
Telephone switch , *
“DISP” switch
Cruise control switch
Talk switch , *
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C
P. 265
P. 110, 116
P. 110, 116
Vehicles without navigation system
Security indicator
Vehicles with navigation system
Audio system
Emergency flasher switch
Security indicator
Rear view
monitor/navigation
*
system
Emergency flasher switch
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
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Pictorial index
P. 261
P. 261
P. 247
P. 242
Instrument panel
D
Vehicles with a front manual air conditioning system
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
Air conditioning
system
switch /rear window defogger switch
Vehicles with a front automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning
system
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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
/rear window defogger switch
switch
E
P. 291
P. 367
P. 291
P. 378
P. 375
P. 375
Vehicles without seat heater
AUX adapter
Vehicles with seat heater
AUX adapter
Power outlet
Auxiliary box
Power outlet
Seat heater knobs
: If equipped
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A
Pictorial index
P. 315
P. 375
P. 384
P. 382
P. 382
P. 382
P. 375
A/V input adapter
Luggage compartment
Power outlet
Power outlet
Luggage cover
Auxiliary box
Cargo hooks
Shopping bag hooks
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P. 68
P. 68
A
Power back door switch
Back door strap
: If equipped
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For your information
Main Owners Manual
Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products may affect performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may
affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequential multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake
system, SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
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Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/haza rdouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo-
nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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CAUTION
■ General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you,
your occupants or others.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat
build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to
children.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
Cautions & Notices
This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if
the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must
or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota
and its equipment.
Safety symbol
Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a circle with
a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not
let this happen”.
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Before driving
1
1-1. Key information................ 30
Keys................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors........... 32
Smart key system .............. 32
Wireless remote control..... 53
Side doors.......................... 64
Back door........................... 68
Glass hatch........................ 73
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)............... 75
Front seats......................... 75
Rear seats.......................... 78
Head restraints................... 87
Seat belts........................... 90
Steering wheel................... 96
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror ............................... 97
Outside rear view mirrors... 99
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and
moon roof..................... 101
Power windows................ 101
Moon roof......................... 103
1-5. Refueling......................... 106
Opening the fuel tank
cap................................. 106
1-6. Theft deterrent
system .......................... 110
Engine immobilizer
system ........................... 110
Alarm................................ 116
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.).......................... 119
1-7. Safety information ......... 120
Correct driving posture..... 120
SRS airbags..................... 122
Front passenger occupant
classification system...... 134
Child restraint systems..... 140
Installing child
restraints........................ 144
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1-1. Key information
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Vehicles without smart key system (type A)
Master keys
Valet key
Key number plate
Vehicles without smart key system (type B)
Master keys
Valet key
Key number plate
Vehicles with smart key system
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart key
system (P. 32)
• Operating the wireless
remote control function
(P. 53)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
Keys
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