2004 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual
2004 Toyota Highlander Manual
2004 Toyota Highlander manual content summary:
- 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 1
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) SECTION Overview of instruments and controls 1− 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instrument panel overview ...2 Instrument cluster overview ...8 Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ...9 1 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 2
. Glove box 11. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Rear ashtray 13. Input terminal adapter 14. Power outlets 15. Cup holder 16. Container 17. Front ashtray 18. Audio remote control switches 19. Hood lock release lever 20. Parking brake pedal 21. Window lock switch 2 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 3
switches 9. Power window switches 10. Glove box 11. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Rear ashtray 13. Cup holder 14. Container 15. Power outlet 16. Front ashtray 17. Audio remote control switches 18. Hood lock release lever 19. Parking brake pedal 20. Window lock switch 3 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 4
8. Car audio 9. "AIRBAG ON" and "AIRBAG OFF" indicator lights 10. Snow mode button 11. Seat heater switches 12. Cigarette lighter 13. "TRAC OFF" switch (two−wheel drive models) 14. Cruise control switch 15. Ignition switch 16. Tilt steering lock release lever 17. Tire pressure warning system reset - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 5
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) 18. Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 19. Rear heater main switch 20. Theft deterrent system/engine immobilizer system indicator light 21. Power rear view mirror control switches 5 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 6
8. Car audio 9. "AIRBAG ON" and "AIRBAG OFF" indicator lights 10. Snow mode button 11. Seat heater switches 12. Cigarette lighter 13. "TRAC OFF" switch (two−wheel drive models) 14. Cruise control switch 15. Ignition switch 16. Tilt steering lock release lever 17. Tire pressure warning system reset - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 7
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) 18. Power outlet (115 VAC) main switch 19. Rear heater main switch 20. Theft deterrent system/engine immobilizer system indicator light 21. Power rear view mirror control switches 7 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 8
overview 1. Tachometer 2. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 3. Speedometer 4. Fuel gauge 5. Low fuel level warning light 6. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Trip meter reset knob 8. Odometer and two trip meters 9. Instrument panel light control knob 8 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 9
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light∗1 Discharge warning light∗1 Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1 Vehicle stability control system warning light∗1 Low tire pressure warning light∗1 or Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Low windshield light∗1 washer fluid level warning 9 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 10
Engine oil replacement reminder light∗1 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) "AIRBAG ON" indicator light Snow mode indicator light Slip indicator light "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light Traction control system off indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light ∗1: ∗2: Cruise control indicator light - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 11
SECTION Keys and Doors 1− 2 12 15 16 24 27 28 29 31 33 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys ...Engine immobilizer system ...Side doors ...Power windows ...Back door ...Hood ...Theft deterrent system ...Fuel tank cap ...Electric moon roof ... 11 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 12
is supplied with two kinds of keys. 1. Master keys (black)-These keys work in every lock. Your Toyota dealer will need one of them to make a new key with a built −in transponder chip. 2. Sub key (gray)-This key will not work in the glove box. 12 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 13
duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine. To protect items locked in the glove box when using valet parking, leave the sub key with the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine. 13 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 14
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnetic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other writing down the key number and storing it in a safe place. z Do not bend the key grip. 14 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 15
when the key is removed from the ignition switch. D The indicator light flashes unsteady. Inserting the registered key in the ignition switch automatically cancels the system, which enables the engine to start. The indicator light will go off. 15 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 16
lights" on page 118, "Personal lights" on page 119 and "Ignition switch light with either front door. conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 16 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 17
the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the side door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle. The front doors cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch and the driver's door is opened. Passenger's side 17 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 18
all the side doors and back door with the key or wireless remote control transmitter. D Unlock the driver's door or front passenger's door with the inside lock knob, and then unlock all the doors and back door with the power door lock switch. 18 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 19
(L/O 0308) -Wireless remote control The wireless remote control system is designed to lock or time the "UNLOCK" switch is pushed, two beeps will be heard, and the turn signal lights flash twice. This double switch operation to unlock all the side doors and back door can be changed to a single switch - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 20
for one minute. To stop alarm midway, do the following: D Push the "PANIC" switch once again. D Unlock any of side door or back door with the key or wireless remote control transmitter. D Turn the ignition key from the "LOCK" to "ON" position. 20 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 21
. The wireless remote control transmitter is an electronic component. Observe the following instructions in order not to cause damage to the transmitter. D The battery may have been consumed. Check the battery in the transmitter. To replace the battery, see "REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY". If you - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 22
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer. z Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. Replace the transmitter battery by following these procedures: 1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the transmitter case. 22 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 23
negative side of the transmitter battery are faced correctly. z Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may cause unexpected rust. z Do not touch or move any components inside of the transmitter, or it may interfere with proper operation. 23 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 24
after the ignition switch is turned off. They stop working when the either front door is opened. OPERATING THE DRIVER'S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver's door. Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly push down the switch. To close: Lightly pull up the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 25
driver's door that control each passenger's window. The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch. If you push in the window lock switch on the driver's door, the passengers' windows cannot be operated. 25 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 26
children are in the vehicle, never let them use the power window switches without supervision. Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unexpected use of the switches. D Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave your vehicle. 26 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 27
open the back door, pull the lock release lever. Operating the power door lock switch or wireless remote control transmitter simultaneously locks or unlocks the back door. (See "Side doors" on 305 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage. 27 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 28
up slightly. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur. 28 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 29
1. Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" position and remove it. The indicator light will start flashing when the key is removed from the ignition switch. (See "Engine immobilizer system" on page 15 in this Section for details.) 2. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle. 3. Close and lock all - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 30
back door is unlocked. D The key is inserted into the ignition. D The battery terminal is reconnected. If the tail lights come on for 2 seconds, the theft deterrent system has been alarmed. Check to see if there is any abnormality on your vehicle. 30 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 31
should activate the alarm. 4. Stopping the alarm as described above. 5. Repeat this operation for the other doors and hood. When testing the hood, also check that the system is activated when the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. If the system does not work properly, have it - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 32
securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank pressure. NOTICE To prevent damage to the cap, apply force only in the turning direction to the cap. Do not pull or pry it. 32 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 33
be opened together with the roof. To close: Push the switch toward the "TILT UP" side. The roof will fully close automatically. To stop the roof partway, push the switch toward either the "SLIDE OPEN" or "TILT UP" side quickly. Tilting operation 33 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 34
for 43 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. It stops working when either front door is opened. Jam protection function: Make sure that the moon roof opens and closes automatically. If the moon roof cannot be operated properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. D Be sure to - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 35
) SECTION Occupant restraint systems 1− 3 36 36 40 49 52 53 54 54 66 85 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seats ...Front seats ...Rear seats ...Flattening seatbacks ...Seat heaters ...Head restraints ...Armrests ...Seat belts ...SRS airbags ...Child restraint ... 35 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 36
controls. D During driving, do not allow any passengers to stand up or move around between seats. Otherwise, severe injuries can occur in the event of emergency braking or a collision. D Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. 36 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 37
modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats equipped with side airbags. Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activating correctly, disable the system or cause the side airbag system to inflate accidentally, resulting in death or serious injury. 37 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 38
on the front side, turn the knob either way. 3. SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER To change the height of the seat, pull up or push down the lever. 4. SEATBACK LEVER ANGLE ADJUSTING Lean forward and pull the lever up. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever. 38 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 39
. Do not place anything under the front seats, as this might interfere with the seat movement. 2. SEATBACK SWITCH ANGLE ADJUSTING Move the adjusting switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seatback at that position. 39 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 40
when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips either side of the switch. The amount of lumber support will change while the switch is pressed. 40 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 41
while the vehicle is moving. D Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage. Vehicles with third seat Vehicles without third seat 41 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 42
are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your for instructions about 2. Move the seat to the front −most position. After passengers are cover hooks attached. CAUTION After putting back the seat, try pushing the seat forward and rearward to make sure it is secured in place. 42 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 43
2. Make sure the outer seat belts passes through the hangers when folding the second seat. This prevents the shoulder belt from being damaged. CAUTION The seat belt must be removed from the hangers when they are in use. Vehicles without third seat 43 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 44
with the luggage cover hooks attached. belt from operating properly. CAUTION Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage. D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their proper position and are ready to use. 44 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 45
position. NOTICE Do not fold the second seat seatback forward with the luggage cover hooks attached. D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in their in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage. 45 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 46
From front 1. SEATBACK STRAP ANGLE ADJUSTING D To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage. 46 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 47
buckles must be stowed before you fold the third seat. 2. To stow the seat belt, insert the tabs into the slot as shown above. Make sure the tabs are securely locked in the slot. NOTICE The seat belt must be stowed before you fold the seatback. 47 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 48
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) From front FOLDING DOWN THIRD SEAT Lower the head restraints to the lowest position. Pull the seatback angle adjusting lever to unlock the seatback and fold up the seatback to its upright lock position. From rear 48 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 49
) Flattening seatbacks (manual seat) CAUTION When Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly. D Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the front seat further forward than the front −most lock position. 49 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 50
on the flattened seat while driving; use the seat in replace the head restraint. To flatten the seatbacks, do the following: 1. Hold the center of the lever and pull it up, sliding the second seat to the rear −most position. Then pull the seat forward slightly until it locks. 50 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 51
seat position adjusting switch forward to slide the front seat to the front −most position. 3. Move the seatback angle adjusting switch backward to flatten the seatback. After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to replace the head restraint. 51 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 52
, turn the switch off when the engine is not running. D Babies, small children, elderly persons, sick persons or handicapped persons To turn on the seat heater, push the switches ("L" switch for the left front seat and "R" switch for the right front seat). At this time, the indicator light will - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 53
models, you can also move the front head restraint forward or backward. If such adjustment is desired, pull or push the base of the head restraint. make sure it is locked in position. D Do not drive with the head restraints removed. Second seats 53 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 54
If an accident occurs and the seat belts are not worn properly, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag may cause death or serious injury to the child. NOTICE To prevent damage to the armrest, avoid putting heavy loads on it. Front seats Second seat 54 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 55
either rear or front seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious injury or death during emergency braking or a collision Replace the belt assembly (including bolts) if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious. 55 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 56
the portion upward through the latch D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury. 56 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 57
un- Seat belts with an adjustable shoulder anchor- Adjust the shoulder anchor position to your size. To raise: Slide the anchor up. To lower: Push in the lock release button and slide the anchor down. After adjustment make sure the anchor is locked in position. 57 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 58
of the third seat seat belt. Two buckles and tabs for third seat seat belt The two tabs have different shape for its end so that the belt is not buckled in the wrong place. Buckle 1-Properly matches with concave end tab Buckle 2-Properly matches with round end tab 58 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 59
the hole on buckle 1 and allow the belt to retract. CAUTION Do not use the third seat seat belt with either buckle released. Fastening only the shoulder belt or lap belt may cause severe personal injury in case of sudden braking or a collision. 59 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 60
use. Seat belt buckles must be stowed before you fold the seatback. (See "-Folding down second seats" on page 43 and "-Folding down third seat" on page 47 in this Section.) Second seat (vehicles with third seat) Second seat (vehicles without third seat) Third seats 60 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 61
Stow the third seat seat belt except when you are wearing it. D Remember that the extender provided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, for another person, or at a different seating position than the one originally intended. 61 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 62
, then reconnect the seat belt. Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the "AIRBAG ON" indicator light is illuminated. If you use the seat belt extender while the "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light is illuminated, the front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger side may not - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 63
time. When not in use, remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use. The front passenger's seat belt pretensioner will not activate if no passenger is detected in the front passenger seat by the front passenger occupant classification system. However, the front passenger's seat belt - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 64
in the illustration. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS warning light 3. Front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors) 4. Seat belt pretensioner assemblies 5. Front passenger's switch seat belt buckle NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 65
belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system, "AIRBAG ON" indicator light, "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 66
to a severe frontal impact, the SRS front airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflating. The SRS front airbags help reduce injuries mainly to the driver's or front passenger's head or chest caused by hitting the vehicle interior. 66 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 67
deploying airbags. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. a collision of any type causes sufficient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front airbags may occur. 67 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 68
warning light 3. Airbag module for front passenger (airbag and inflator) 4. "AIRBAG ON" and "AIRBAG OFF" indicator lights 5. Front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors) 6. Front passenger's switch seat belt buckle 7. Driver's seat belt buckle switch 68 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 69
the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, an airbag when it inflates, can be killed or seriously injured. Sit up straight and well back in the seat, and always use your seat belt properly. 69 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 70
open any components such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, dashboard near the front passenger airbag, front passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly. Doing so may prevent the front airbag system from activating correctly, cause sudden activation - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 71
belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system, "AIRBAG ON" indicator light, "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 72
) was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS front airbags to inflate. D The pad section of the steering wheel or front passenger airbag cover (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. 72 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 73
. The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) side airbags and curtain shield airbags are designed to provide further protection for the driver, front passenger and second outside passengers in addition to the primary safety protection provided by the seat belts. 73 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 74
than the passenger compartment as shown in the illustration. The SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger compartment area suffers a severe impact from the side. Always wear your seat belts properly. 74 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 75
HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) 8. Front passenger's switch seat belt buckle 9. Airbag sensor assembly Collision from the rear The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor. In - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 76
at all times. D Sit up straight and well back in the seat, distributing your weight evenly in the seat. Do not apply excessive weight to the outer side of the seats with a side airbag, and to the front pillar, rear pillar and roof side rail with a curtain shield airbag. 76 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 77
on or around the door. When the side airbag inflates, the cup holder or any other device or object will be thrown with great force or the side airbag may not activate correctly, resulting in death or serious injury. Likewise, the driver and front passenger should not hold objects in their arms or - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 78
D Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats with side airbags. Such changes may prevent the side airbag system from activating correctly, disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate accidentally, resulting in death or serious injury. 78 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 79
belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system, "AIRBAG ON" indicator light, "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 80
of the front pillars, rear pillars or roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags inside (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. 80 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 81
on page 83 and based on these conditions activates or deactivates front passenger airbags. The system monitors the weight and load on the front passenger seat, and the seat belt buckle switch to determine conditions 1-4. In order for the system to detect the conditions correctly, do not do any of - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 82
After that, the front passenger occupant classification system operates and judges which indicator light be illuminated. The SRS warning light and "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light will come on if there is a malfunction in the front passenger occupant classification system. 82 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 83
system Indicator/warning light Condition detected by the front passenger occupant classification system 1. Adult∗1 2. or child restraint system∗3 Child∗2 "AIRBAG ON" and "AIRBAG OFF" indicator lights "AIRBAG ON" "AIRBAG OFF" Not illuminated "AIRBAG OFF" Front passenger's seat belt reminder light - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 84
when the front passenger occupant classification system does not detect the conditions correctly, observe the following. D Make sure the "AIRBAG ON" indicator light is illuminated when using the seat belt extender for the front passenger seat. If the "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light is illuminated - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 85
a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle's interior. 85 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 86
even if the "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light is illuminated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured. D Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the front or rear - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 87
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) -Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child's age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 88
to the child if the rear −facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat. D If the driver's seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child restraint system on the right second seat. 88 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 89
care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight. normally, it cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 89 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 90
infant seat firmly cushion and seatback, belt retract as far as the infant seat secure- CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 90 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 91
the applicable age and size of the child as well as directions for installing the child restraint system. 3. Put the child restraint system on the front passenger seat without putting your weight on the front passenger seat. 4. Insert the seat belt tab into the seat belt buckle. 5. Fully extend the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 92
If the "AIRBAG ON" indicator light is illuminated when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, then the SRS front passenger airbag and side airbag on the passenger side may deploy in an accident. Do not drive the vehicle in this condition. Remove the child restraint system and contact your - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 93
restraint system on the front passenger seat even if the "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light is AIRBAG OFF" indicator light is illuminated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured. 93 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 94
the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight. D If the driver's seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe installation, install the child restraint system on the right second seat. 94 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 95
securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract. 3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback, let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the convertible seat securely. 95 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 96
the convertible seat, press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passenger. (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat must be used in forward−facing position only. 96 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 97
. Always move the seat as far back as possible even if the "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light is illuminated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured. 97 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 98
the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted. D Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle. 98 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 99
system that requires the use of a top strap. Use the anchor brackets behind the second seat seatbacks to secure the top strap. Anchor brackets are installed for each seating position of the second seat. This symbol indicates the locations of user ready anchor brackets. 99 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 100
cover with the symbol as shown in the illustration. 3. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt. check that the child restraint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 100 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 101
outside second seats. Child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2 specification can be fixed to these anchorages. In this case, it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the vehicle. Canada only Type A 101 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 102
. Canada only Type B For the installation details, refer to the instruction manual equipped with each product. SYSTEM CAUTION D When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular objects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 103
) D Do not install a child restraint system on the second seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sudden braking or a collision. 103 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 104
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(L/O 0308) SECTION Steering wheel and Mirrors 1− 4 106 106 108 109 110 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Tilt steering wheel ...Outside rear view mirrors ...Anti−glare inside rear view mirror ...Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror ...Sun visors ... 105 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 106
outside rear view mirror defogger switch, the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will quickly clear the mirror surface. (See "Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers and windshield wiper de−icer" on page 122 in Section 1 −5.) 106 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 107
, use the switches. 1. Master switch-To select the mirror to be adjusted Push the switch to "L" (left) or "R" (right). 2. Control switch-To move the mirror Push the switch in the desired direction. Mirrors can be adjusted when the key is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. 107 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 108
at position 2 Remember that by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity. CAUTION Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the driver and passenger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving. 108 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 109
automatic function: Type A-Push the "OFF" switch. Type B-Push the "MIRROR" switch. To turn on the automatic function again: Type A-Push the "AUTO" switch. Type B-Push the "MIRROR" switch. Adjust it before driving so that the rear view is in the best condition. Type B 109 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 110
mirror, do not touch or cover the sensor with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc. Type A To block out glare, move the sun visor. To block out glare from the front-Swing down the sun visor the plate at the end of the visor (position 3). Type B 110 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 111
is in the position 1. It can cover the anti−glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view. To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the main sun visor and slide the cover. Type A only-The vanity light comes on when you slide the cover. Type A Type B 111 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 112
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control ...117 Front fog lights ...118 Interior lights ...118 Personal lights ...119 Ignition switch light ...120 Windshield wipers and washer ...121 Rear window wiper and washer ...122 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers and windshield wiper de −icer ...122 113 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 114
going to park for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is off. NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (on some models) The headlights turn on at reduced intensity when - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 115
lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out. See "Replacing light bulbs" on page 392 in - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 116
lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out. See "Replacing light bulbs" on page 392 in - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 117
battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Instrument panel light control To turn on the push the switch light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operating. 117 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 118
HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) Front fog lights Interior lights ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM (center interior light) When the switch is in the "DOOR" position and any of the side doors and back door is opened, the light will come on. After all the side doors and back door are closed, the light remains on for - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 119
the side doors or back door is opened. "OFF"-The lights are off. ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM With moon roof D Cancelling the door key or wireless remote control transmitter linked operation D Changing the timing for the light turning off When the switch is in the "DOOR" position and any of the side - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 120
adjustments can be made in this system. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. D Cancelling the door key or wireless remote control transmitter linked operation D Changing the timing for the light turning off For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when any of - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 121
off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see "Adding nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to have the vehicle serviced. NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 122
as far as it will go (position 3 or 4). The knob automatically returns from these positions after you release it. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" on page 391 in Section 7−3. Without navigation system (type B) 122 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 123
. Push the switch once again to turn the defoggers off. With navigation system Make sure you turn the defoggers off when the surfaces are clear or the wiper blades have de−iced. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop−and−go driving. The - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 124
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126 127 127 129 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ...Engine coolant temperature gauge ...Tachometer ...Odometer and two trip meters ...Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers ... 125 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 126
allow the engine to cool. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. D Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic. 126 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 127
remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range. z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See "If your vehicle - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 128
trip meter B, then back to the odometer each time you push. To reset the trip meter A to zero, display the meter A reading, then push and hold the knob until the meter is set to zero. The same process can be applied for resetting the trip meter B. 128 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 129
Toyota dealer. (b) (indicator and buzzer) Fasten driver's seat belt. (c) Fasten front passenger's seat belt. (d) Stop and check. (e) Stop and check. (f) or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. (g) Low fuel level warning light Fill up tank. 129 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 130
Close all side doors and back door. (j) Stop and check. (k) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. (l) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. (m) Adjust tire inflation pressure. If light remains, contact Toyota dealer. (n) Add washer fluid. 130 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 131
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Replace engine oil. (o) (p) Key reminder buzzer Remove key. 131 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 132
belt. If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on its weight, the reminder light may come on. (d) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the battery is being discharged. If it comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere in the charging system - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 133
light system itself. In this case, slow down and have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. If the engine speed does not increase with the accelerator pedal depressed down, there may be a problem somewhere in your electronic throttle control system. At this time - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 134
the brake assist system work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if the system malfunctions, the light comes on again. When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti −lock brake system, the brake assist system, the traction control - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 135
switch, front passenger occupant classification system, "AIRBAG ON" indicator light, "AIRBAG OFF" indicator light, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. If either of the following conditions - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 136
is flashing, we recommend that you replace the engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and road conditions. If the light comes on, replace it as soon as possible. The system must be reset after the engine oil replacement. Reset the system by the following procedure: 1. Turn the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 137
open door warning light should come on. The "ABS" and "VSC" warning lights, low tire pressure warning light and engine oil replacement reminder light go off after a few seconds. The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds. (The "TRAC OFF" indicator light and slip indicator light also come - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 138
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OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ...Automatic transmission ...Traction control system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Tire pressure warning system ...Parking brake ...Cruise control ... 139 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 140
operation and does not indicate a malfunction. (See "Leak detection pump" on page viii.) NOTICE Do not leave the key in the "ON" position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged. 140 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 141
release button in. (The ignition switch must be in "ON" position.) D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking Shift while holding the lock release button in. Shift normally. Overdrive switch Snow mode button 141 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 142
will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and stronger engine braking will be enabled. Two−wheel drive models ...103 km/h (63 mph) Four −wheel drive models ...93 km/h (57 mph) 142 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 143
engine braking will be enabled. Two−wheel drive models ...45 km/h (28 mph) Four −wheel drive models ...46 km/h (28 mph) When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking towing for a long time in the "2" or - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 144
is cancelled when the engine is restarted. D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive. CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. 144 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 145
If you cannot shift the selector lever from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page 346 in Section 4. 145 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 146
Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button in. (The ignition switch must be in "ON" position.) Shift while holding the lock release button in. Shift normally. Overdrive switch Snow mode button 146 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 147
while shifting. 3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for smooth starting. (d) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: D Push the overdrive switch. The "O/D OFF" indicator light will come on and the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 148
and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking is not enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" on page 159 in mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result. 148 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 149
the snow mode is cancelled when the engine is restarted. NOTICE Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator pedal, as this can cause the transmission to overheat. 149 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 150
or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to "ON", the system automatically turns on. When the traction control system is operating, the following conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the front wheels. At this time, the slip indicator light blinks - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 151
are driving on a severe off road and sand, turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing your wheels. To turn off: Push "TRAC OFF" switch. The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will come on. The vehicle stability control system is - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 152
on when the "VSC" warning light comes on even if the "TRAC OFF" switch is not pushed. CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of the vehicle and power against 4 wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 153
HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) When the traction control system is operating, the following conditions occur: In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The system controls the spinning of the 4 wheels. At this time, the slip indicator light blinks. D The warning light does not come on after - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 154
type or size, the vehicle stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See "Checking and replacing tires" on page 380 in Section 7−2.) If the vehicle is going to skid during driving, the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 155
driving. Two−wheel drive models only-The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will come on when the "VSC" warning light comes on even if the "TRAC OFF" switch is not pushed. "VSC" warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle stability control system or the traction control - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 156
the tire pressure warning system reset switch for a few seconds and make sure the warning light goes off. If the light remains on after the reset switch has been pushed, have the tire pressure warning system checked at your Toyota dealer. LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT This light comes on when the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 157
pressure. TIRE PRESSURE RESET SWITCH WARNING SYSTEM The tire pressure warning system need to be initialized in the following conditions: D When the low tire pressure warning light blinks every 0.25 seconds D After replacing or rotating tires or wheels When initializing the system, the present - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 158
than one hour. If the following driving conditions are satisfied, initialization will be completed in about one hour. If the low tire pressure warning light does not blink when you push and hold the reset switch, have the low pressure warning system checked at your Toyota dealer. When the warning - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 159
parking brake reminder light is off. D Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is too fast in relation to the cruise control set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down. Type B 159 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 160
to the acceleration. CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED You can cancel the preset speed by: a. Pulling the lever in the direction and releasing it. b. Depressing the brake pedal. TURNING THE SYSTEM ON To operate the cruise control, press the "ON−OFF" switch. This turns the system on. The indicator light in - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 161
cluster flashes when using the cruise control, press the "ON−OFF" switch to turn the system off and then press it again to turn it on. If any of the following conditions then occurs, there is some trouble in the cruise control system. D The indicator light does not come on. D The indicator - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 162
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Reference ...Using your audio system ...Audio remote controls ...Rear seat entertainment system ...Car audio/video system operating hints ... For vehicle equipped with Navigation system, please refer to the separate "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 163 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 164
the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another. Type 1: AM·FM radio/cassette player/compact disc player (with compact disc changer controller) Type 2: AM·FM radio/cassette player/compact disc player with changer 164 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 165
side is down.) The player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again. NOTICE z Mast type antenna: To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is removed before driving your Toyota through an automatic car wash. z On−glass antenna (built −in on the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 166
, or it will cause damage to the compact disc auto changer. Insert only one compact disc into slot at a time. z Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything except a compact disc into the slot. 166 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 167
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) -Controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 167 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 168
the button, the compact disc player will resume playing. AM Push the "AM" button to turn on the radio and select the AM band. "AM" will appear on the display. AUDIO CONTROL (Tone and sound balance adjustment function) Each time you push the "AUDIO CONTROL" knob, the mode changes. To adjust the tone - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 169
shows the track, or track and disc number currently being played. Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system- If a DVD disc or CD has already been set in the DVD player, the current mode can be changed to DVD mode by pushing the "DISC" button. "AUX" will appear on the display when the DVD disc or - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 170
at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the repeat feature to work correctly. Compact disc player There are two repeat features-You can either replay a disc track or a whole compact . To stop scanning, push this button again. 170 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 171
of the button one time. Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system- While the DVD player is in operation, the chapter or track can be changed by pushing the "Ɯ" , the radio switches from stereo to mono reception. TAPE Push the "TAPE" button to play a cassette tape. 171 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 172
while the compact disc is playing. The display changes in the order from the elapsed time to disc title to track title, then back to the elapsed time. If this button is pushed while a compact disc knob counterclockwise to step down the frequency. 172 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 173
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 173 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 174
displayed. Push and release the eject button. To eject all discs at a time, press and hold the eject button until you hear a beep. The last disc player will resume playing. AM Push the "AM" button to turn on the radio and select the AM band. "AM" will appear on the display. 174 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 175
shows the track, or track and disc number currently being played. Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system- If a DVD disc or CD has already been set in the DVD player, the current mode can be changed to DVD mode by pushing the "DISC" button. "AUX" will appear on the display when the DVD disc or - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 176
the player is full of discs, "DISC FULL" will appear on the display. If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter will close after 15 seconds. PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) Push "PWR·VOL" to turn the audio system on and off. Turn "PWR·VOL" to adjust the volume. 176 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 177
of a tape is reached, the player automatically resumes play. When the end of the tape is reached, the player automatically reverses sides and resumes normal play. In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken word, live, or classical recordings. 177 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 178
push the down side of the button one time. Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system- While the DVD player is in operation, the chapter or track can be changed by pushing the "Ɯ" or "Ɲ" side of the , the display returns to the previous mode. 178 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 179
will resume. When the system is left untouched for 6 seconds, the program type display will change to the frequency display. D D D D D D ROCK EASY LIS (Easy listening) CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and Jazz) R&B (Rhythm and Blues) INFORM (Information) RELIGION 179 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 180
0308) Audio remote controls (steering switches) Some parts of the audio system can be adjusted using the switches on the steering wheel. Details of the specific switches, controls, and features are described below. 1. "+ −" switch 2. " ƜƝ" switch 3. "MODE" switch 180 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 181
than you wanted to, push the other side of the switch. The track number will be increased or reduced. The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of the tracks remaining on the current side of the cassette. 181 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 182
to select an audio mode. Each push changes the mode sequentially if the desired mode is ready to use. To turn the audio system on, push the "MODE" switch. To turn the audio system off, push and hold the "MODE" switch until the system turns off. 182 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 183
components. 1. Headphone volume control dials 2. Headphone input jacks 3. DVD player 4. Rear seat entertainment system display 5. Rear seat entertainment system controller 6. Input terminal adapter 7. Power outlet 8. Power outlet main switch 9. Front audio system 183 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 184
volume is not increased, before you turn on the headphone. You can enjoy videos and sound when your personal audio system is connected to the input terminal adapter on the rear console box. For details, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. 184 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 185
screen is automatically turned off when the display is closed. However, the rear seat entertainment system is not turned off. NOTICE The screen should be cleaned with a dry soft cloth. stop while driving, close the display when it is not in use. 185 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 186
with the rear seat entertainment system controller and buttons on the DVD player unit. The system cannot be operated by touching the switches on the screen directly. BEFORE USING THE CONTROLLER (for new vehicle owners) A battery is already set in the controller with an insulating sheet, which - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 187
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) 1. Remove the cover of the controller as shown. 2. Remove the insulating sheet. 187 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 188
temperatures (such as on the instrument panel) for a long time. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop while driving, stow the controller in the console box or front seatback pocket when it is not in use. 188 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 189
15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, Including interference that may cause undesired operation. 189 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 190
mode. 3. "OFF" button This button turns off the rear seat entertainment system. 4. Joystick This joystick selects a control switch, mode switch on the screen or the menu for the disc. 5. "ENT" button This button inputs the selected switch or the selected menu for the disc. 6. "DISC/CH/PROG" button - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 191
or selects track/chapter. 21. "CURSOR" button This button indicates the control switches on the screen when the DVD player is operated. 22. "VIDEO" button This button causes the display to use the video signal from an external video device. 191 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 192
This button indicates the control switches on the screen when the DVD player is operated. This button also can be used when you lose sight of the controller. 6. Joystick This joystick selects a control switch, mode switch on the screen or the menu for the disc. 192 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 193
, a DVD video disc, an audio CD, a video CD, a CD text, a dts −CD or a DVD audio disc is not loaded on the front audio system or the DVD player, only the radio mode can be selected on the rear seat entertainment system. Controller DVD player unit 193 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 194
same time, AM and FM modes cannot be changed on the rear seat audio system. Controller To turn off the system, push the "OFF" button. When the front audio system is turned off, the rear audio system and the DVD player will be turned off simultaneously. DVD player unit 194 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 195
is colored blue. When the "ENT" button is pushed, the mode display changes to green. If the mode display is gray, it cannot be selected. The "Speaker sound" on the mode display is selected on the front audio system. Radio Cassette tape player and compact disc player 195 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 196
CD" appears on the screen while this mode is selected. The screen shows the track, or track and disc number currently being played. Controller OPERATING FRONT AUDIO SYSTEM To operate the front audio system, use the following switches player unit 196 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 197
TUNE/TRACK" button. Each time you push the button, player automatically resumes play. When the end of the tape is reached, the player automatically reverses sides and resumes normal play. In addition, the feature may not work well with some spoken, live, or classical recordings. 197 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 198
only with the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by a Toyota dealer. z Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Replace the battery according to the following procedure: 1. Remove the cover of the controller as shown. 198 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 199
replacing the battery, check that the controller operates properly. If the controller still does not operate properly, contact your Toyota dealer. The DVD player can play audio CDs, DVD video discs, CD texts, dts−CDs and video CDs. For appropriate discs for this player, see "Car audio/video system - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 200
, "DISC CHECK" will also appear on the screen. For appropriate discs for this player, see "Car audio/video system operating hints" on page 234 in this Section. Your compact disc player does not interfere with the ejection of compact discs. 200 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 201
Hint!" screen appears when the DVD mode is first selected after you turn the ignition key to the "ACC" or "ON" position. Push the "OK" switch when you read the message. 201 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 202
is selected by the joystick, the outline of the switch changes to blue. Push the "ENT" button, and the switch will be highlighted in green. Controller The DVD player can be operated with the controller buttons directly. 1. "DVD" button 2. "RETURN" button 3. "MENU" button 4. "AUDIO" button 5. "SUB - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 203
HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) TURNING THE OPERATION SWITCHES ON AND OFF To turn on the operation switches, push the "CURSOR" button on the controller. Controller Page 1 (DVD video operation switch) DVD player unit Page 2 (DVD video operation switch) 203 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 204
0308) There are operation switches "Page1" and "Page2" screens. on the To change the screen, push the "Page1" or "Page2" switch on the screen. Page 1 (DVD audio operation switch) Page 1 (video CD) Page 2 (DVD audio operation switch) Page 2 (video CD) 204 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 205
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) On the screen DVD player unit If " " appears on the screen when you select a switch, it indicates that the switch cannot work. Controller 205 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 206
" on the screen. NOTE: The playback condition of some DVD video discs may be determined by the DVD video software producer. This DVD player plays discs as the software producer intended. Therefore, some functions may not work properly. Be sure to read the instruction manual for the DVD video disc - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 207
the screen. You can also turn on the menu screen by pushing the "TOP MENU" switch on the controller. For the operation of the menu screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. DVD audio To turn on the selecting switch, push the " " switch. 207 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 208
) will move up and down. To turn off the switch, push the "OFF" switch on the screen. To turn on the switch again, push the "ON" switch on the screen. To return to the previous screen, push the "Back" switch on the screen. DVD video DVD audio 208 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 209
" switch. The DVD player starts playing from the beginning of the predetermined screen. You can also display the screen by pushing the "RETURN" button on the controller. For further details of the predetermined screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. DVD audio 209 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 210
/GROUP DVD video To display the searching title (DVD video) or group (DVD audio) screen, push the "Search" switch on the screen. You can also display the screen by pushing the "SEARCH" button on the controller. DVD audio DVD video DVD audio 210 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 211
. Push the "Enter" switch on the screen. The player starts playing the disc from the selected bonus group number. CHANGING THE STILL PICTURE DVD audio only- Push the "Still Prev." or "Still Next" switch on the screen to forward or reverse the still pictures. 211 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 212
DVD audio Each time you push the "Sub Title" switch, another language stored on the disc is selected. To turn off the subtitles, push the "Hide" switch. Push the "Back" switch to return to the previous screen. The selected subtitle language will appear on the screen. 212 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 213
pushing the "AUDIO" button on the controller. Each time you push the "Audio" switch, another language stored on the disc is selected. The selected audio language will appear on the screen. Push the "Back" switch to return to the previous screen. 213 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 214
screen or the "AUDIO" button on the controller and the changing audio format screen will appear. Each time you push the "Audio" switch, another audio format stored on the disc is selected. Push the "Back" switch to return to the previous screen. 214 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 215
multi −angle compatible when the " " mark appears on the screen. Each time you push the "Angle" switch, the angle changes. The angle number which you can select will appear on the screen. Push the "Back" switch to return to the previous screen. 215 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 216
the screen by pushing the "SET UP" button on the controller. You can change the initial setting. After the setting is done, the player plays from the beginning of the chapter or the track. DVD audio Setup Menu 1 screen Setup Menu 2 screen 216 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 217
not on the entered and the "Enter" switch is the "Incorrect Code" screen will Push the language code you want again. you the lanlist. the list are pushed, appear. to hear To return to the "Select Audio Language" screen, push the "Back" switch. 217 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 218
which are not on the list are entered and the "Enter" switch is pushed, the "Incorrect code" screen will appear. Push the language code you want to read again. To return to the "Select Subtitle Lang." screen, push the "Back" switch on the screen. 218 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 219
which are not on the list are entered and the "Enter" switch is pushed, the "Incorrect code" screen will appear. Push the language code you want to read again. To return to the "Select DVD Language" screen, push the "Back" switch on the screen. 219 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 220
stricter the age limit. Push the "Back" switch to return to the "Setup Menu 1" screen. SETTING THE DISPLAY MODE Each time you push the "Display Mode" switch on the "Setup Menu 2" screen, the display mode is changed from wide mode to auto mode. 220 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 221
1009 1023 Fiji Faroese Frisian Irish Scots −Gaelic Galician Guarani Gujarati Hausa Hindi Croatian Hungarian Armenian Interlingua Interlingue Inupiak Indonesian Icelandic Hebrew Yiddish Javanese 221 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 222
2014 2015 2018 Slovak Slovenian Samoan Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho Sundanese Swahili Tamil Telugu Tajik Thai Tigrinya Turkmen Tagalog Setswana Tonga Turkish 222 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 223
Xhosa Yoruba Zulu SELECTING THE CHAPTER/TRACK To select the chapter/track, push the " " or " " side of the (TUNE/TRACK) button on the controller until the number of the chapter/track you want to select appears on the screen. DVD video DVD audio 223 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 224
. You can also display the screen by pushing the "SEARCH" switch on the controller. 5. " " and " " switches " or " " switch Push and hold the " to fast forward or reverse a disc. When you release the switch, the DVD player will resume playing. 224 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 225
. "AA" and """" switches: Push and hold the "AA" or """" switch to fast forward or reverse. When you release the switch, the DVD player will resume playing. Video CD only- Push the """" switch/button while pausing, the video CD plays the slow−motion video replay. 225 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 226
"Prev. Page" or "Next Page" switch while the disc menu is displayed. The next or previous page will appear on the screen. Push the "Prev. Page" or "Next Page" switch while the player is playing video. The next or previous track will be searched and played. 226 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 227
to the picture previously displayed. 2. "RPT" switch (audio CD and CD text) Push the "RPT" switch while the track is playing. When the track ends, it will automatically replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this switch again. Audio CD 227 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 228
− or "RED" Strengthens the red color Weakens the contrast Weakens the tone Darkens Push the " " or " " switch to fast forward or reverse the disc. When you push the switch again, the DVD player will resume playing. CONTRAST TONE BRIGHTNESS 228 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 229
screen. The audio machine connected to the input terminal adapter can be played in the video mode. To select the video mode, push the "VIDEO" button on the controller. You can also select the video mode on the mode selection screen mentioned above. 229 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 230
DVD PLAYER AND DVD VIDEO DISCS This DVD player conforms to NTSC color TV of data assigned to the picture is changed depending on the picture format has also all, or violent scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes. Level 1: DVD video discs 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 231
is prohibited. "dts" is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. The rear entertainment system plays videos and sound when your audio system is connected to the input terminal adapter. For details, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. 231 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 232
sure that the main switch is turned off. NOTICE Close the input terminal adapter cover when the input terminal adapter is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the appropriate plug that fits the adapter may cause electrical failure or short circuit. 232 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 233
with high initial peak watt- age: cathode−ray tube type televisions, compressor −driven refrigerators, electric pumps, electric tools, etc. cise data: medical equipment, measuring instruments, etc. D Measuring devices which process pre- 233 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 234
speakers of the system which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction. RADIO RECEPTION Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem with your radio-it is just the normal result of conditions outside the vehicle. 234 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 235
conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem with the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside. D Store cassettes in their cases and out of direct sunlight. 235 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 236
be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries. D Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your compact disc player. SACD dts −CD Copy −protected CD CD−R (CD−Recordable) CD−RW (CD−Re−writable) CD−ROM 236 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 237
may not be playable on your DVD player. SACD Copy −protected CD CD−R (CD−Recordable) CD−RW (CD−Re−writable) CD−ROM DVD−R DVD+R DVD+RW DVD−RW DVD−ROM DVD−RAM DVD video discs DVD audio discs Special shaped discs Video CDs Low quality discs 237 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 238
, lint −free cloth. Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti −static device. D Remove discs from the compact disc player when you are not listening to them. Store them in their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight. 238 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 239
Side vents ...Rear heater system ...Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter ... For information about the front air conditioning system of a vehicle equipped with Navigation system, please refer to the separate "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 239 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 240
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) Front manual air conditioning system- -Controls 1. Air intake selector 2. "A/C" button 3. Air flow selector 4. Temperature selector 5. Fan speed selector 240 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 241
from the floor vents. 4. Floor/Windshield-Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents. Turning the air flow selector to the floor/windshield position turns on the defogging function with the purpose of clearing the front view. 241 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 242
the air source. 1. Recirculate-Recirculates the air inside the vehicle. 2. Fresh-Draws outside air into the system. To prevent fogging up of the windshield, the air intake mode may change automatically to FRESH depending on the condition of the air conditioning system. 242 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 243
your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly. D Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 244
Temperature-Towards COLD (blue zone) Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-PANEL Air conditioning-OFF D Press the "A/C" button on for dehumidified heating. D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield. 244 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 245
. D To heat the vehicle interior while defrosting the windshield, floor/windshield air flow. choose D On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield-the difference between the outside and inside temperatures could make the fogging worse. 245 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 246
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) Front automatic air conditioning system- -Controls 1. Air intake selector 2. "MODE" button (air flow selector) 3. Fan speed selector 4. "A/C" button 5. "OFF" button 6. Windshield air flow button 7. "AUTO" button 8. Temperature selector 246 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 247
air conditioning. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. 2. Bi −level-Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. 3. Floor-Air flows mainly from the floor vents. 4. Floor/Windshield-Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents. 247 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 248
This is not a malfunction. When the engine coolant temperature is lowered, the previous mode will resume. To prevent fogging up of the windshield, the air intake mode may change automatically to FRESH depending on the condition of the air conditioning system. 248 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 249
your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly. D Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 250
has been warmed. D For quick cooling, select recirculated air for a few minutes. D Press the "A/C" button on for dehumidified heating. D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield. 250 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 251
air) Air flow-PANEL Air conditioning-OFF Defogging and defrosting- -The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: For automatic operation- Temperature-Towards WARM (to the right) to heat; COLD (to the left) to cool Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-WINDSHIELD For manual - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 252
another air flow button turns off the air conditioning. If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents. The side vents may be opened or closed as shown. D To heat the vehicle interior while defrosting the windshield, floor/windshield air flow. choose 252 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 253
to decrease. When the rear heater system is off, the fan speed selector will not operate. 3. Rear heater vents Air flows from the vents when the rear heater system is operating. CAUTION Do not place feet near the vents for long periods as burns may result. 253 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 254
is behind the glove box. The air conditioning filter may clog after long use. The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air conditioning and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, or if the windows begin to fog up easily. 254 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 255
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) 1. Remove the clip with a Phillips−head screwdriver. 2. Open the glove box and push each side of the glove box to disconnect the claws. 3. Pull the filter cover toward you and remove it. 4. Remove the filter case toward you. 255 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. ( - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 256
the filter and filter case, keep the arrow pointing up. INFORMATION The air filter should be installed properly in position. The use of air conditioning with the air filter removed may cause deteriorated dustproof performance and then affect air conditioning performance. 256 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 257
boxes ...Container ...Cup holders ...Bottle holders ...Tie −down hooks ...Luggage cover ...Roof luggage carrier ...Floor mat ... For information about the clock of a vehicle equipped with Navigation system, please refer to the separate "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 257 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 258
based on total driving distance and total driving time with the engine running. The displayed value is updated every 10 seconds. To reset the calculation, push the "INFO" button for more than 1 second. Air conditioning system on- Air conditioning system off- 258 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 259
the extremely high fuel consumption. D When the vehicle is driving down a long slope, applying the engine brake, the display will indicate the extremely low fuel consumption. The calculation is reset when the ignition switch is turned off. 259 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 260
direction in the following conditions: D The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning. D The compass does not adjust while the vehicle is stopped. D The ignition switch is turned off immediately after turning. D The vehicle is on an inclined surface. 260 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 261
, stop the vehicle, then push and hold the "COMP" switch until the zone number appears on the display. Then push the "COMP" switch, referring to the following map to select the number of the this may cause malfunction of the compass sensor. 261 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 262
: Guam: 10 7 After calibration, leaving the system for several seconds returns it to the compass mode. CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped. Zone number 262 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 263
battery has been removed, replaced switch until "C" appears on the display. If "C" appears on the display because of a drastic change in the magnetic field, perform circling calibration. Drive systems (moon roof, power windows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration. 263 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 264
up, it automatically pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the "ACC" position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. Front ashtray 264 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 265
supply for car accessories. The key must be in the "ACC" or "ON" position for the power outlets to be used. NOTICE z To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12VDC/120W (front and rear outlets together). z To prevent the battery from being - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 266
power outlet is not in use, make sure that the main switch is turned off. The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances even though their power consumption is under 115 VAC/100W. These appliances may not operate properly. 266 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 267
0308) Glove box D Appliances with high initial peak wattage: cathode−ray tube type televisions, lighting systems, and security systems, etc. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. 267 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 268
door may open. If the door does open, the programming process is complete. If the door does not open, press and release the button a third time. This third press and release will complete the programming process by opening the garage door. 268 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 269
press and release (cycle) the hand−held gate/device transmitter button every two seconds until step 5 is complete. 5. When the indicator light on the HomeLinkR changes from a slow to a rapid flash after 20 seconds, you can release both buttons. 269 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 270
the auxiliary box closed while driving. D Do holder to open and contents to fly out resulting in injuries. NOTICE Type A-During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside. 270 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 271
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) Type A (ceiling) Type C (rear console) Type E (luggage compartment) Type B (instrument panel) Type D (rear console) 271 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 272
HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) Container This container can be used as an auxiliary holder. CAUTION Do not put objects in the container which can shift, roll . D Do not store drinks or cans which could easily roll out. Type F (luggage compartment) 272 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 273
(L/O 0308) Cup holders D Do not store objects which are higher than the lower edge of the container. D Do not store objects which are larger than the width of the container. Type A (rear console) Type B (luggage compartment) Type C (second seat armrest) 273 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 274
sudden braking or in an accident. A and C-To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder closed when it is not in use. D Type Type A only- The cup holder can be adjustable to the size of the cups or drink−cans by changing the holder position - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 275
holder for any other purpose for which it was intended. Inappropriately sized or shaped objects may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during a sudden braking down third seat" on page 47 in Section 1−3.) 275 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 276
about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident. Vehicles with the third seat-When using the luggage cover, the third seat must be folded down. (See "-Folding down third seat" on page 47 in Section 1 −3.) 276 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 277
deck board as described below. This will prevent passengers from injury in the event of a sudden stop or accident. STOWING LUGGAGE COVER To stow the luggage cover, do the following. 1. Remove the side deck boards and open the center deck board. 277 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 278
Make sure the luggage cover is securely stowed. Roof rails Upper knob The roof luggage carrier consists of roof rails and sliding cross rails. ADJUSTING THE POSITION OF CROSS RAILS: 1. Turn the upper and side knobs counterclockwise to loosen the cross rails. 278 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 279
all of the side knobs. exceed the vehicle overall length or width. (See "Dimensions and weights" on page 398 in Section 8 for information on your vehicle overall length and width.) D Before driving, make sure the cargo CAUTION Make sure the cross rails are fixed securely by pushing forward and - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 280
locking clips. Fix the floor mat with locking clips into the holes in the floor carpet. CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an accident. 280 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 281
period ...Fuel ...Fuel pump shut off system ...Operation in foreign countries ...Three −way catalytic converters ...Engine exhaust cautions ...Facts about engine oil consumption ...Iridium−tipped spark plugs ...Brake system ...Brake pad wear limit indicators ...Your Toyota's identification ...Theft - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 282
will make the center of the vehicle gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly. 282 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 283
D Do not drive for a long time at any single speed, either fast or slow. D Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 miles). NOTICE Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three− way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 284
. If your engine knocks...If you detect heavy knocking even when using the recommended fuel, or if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer. However, occasionally, you may notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating or driving up - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 285
start it. CAUTION Inspect the ground under the vehicle before restarting the engine. If you find that liquid has leaked onto the ground, it is the fuel system has been damaged and it is in need of repair. In this case, do not restart the engine. 285 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 286
−way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system. The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas. CAUTION D Keep people and combustible materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot. 2AZ−FE engine D Do - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 287
dangerous situation. D Do not remain for a long time in a parked vehicle with the engine running. If it is unavoidable, however, do so only in an unconfined area and adjust the heating or cooling system to force outside air into the vehicle. 287 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 288
conditions the vehicle is driven under. More oil is consumed by high−speed driving and frequent acceleration and deceleration. A new engine air and is burned along with the fuel. High temperature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve stems. 288 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 289
serious engine trouble due to insufficient oil. For detailed information on oil level check, see "Checking the engine oil level" on page 372 in Section 7 −2. NOTICE Use only iridium−tipped spark plugs and do not adjust gaps for your engine performance and smooth driveability. 289 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 290
the vibrations of the vehicle body and steering wheel. You may also hear the motor sound in the engine compartment even after the vehicle is stopped. D At the end of the anti−lock brake system activation, the brake pedal may move a little forward. 290 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 291
using the speed sensors for respective wheels' turning speeds. The use of tires other than specified may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in a longer stopping distance. Type A D Driving on rough, gravel or snow− covered roads. Type B 291 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 292
dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light comes on while you are driving. A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem. BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM If you slam the brakes on such as in an emergency or apply the brakes more firmly than usual such as - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 293
brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced Label. 293 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 294
of the label. Transferring these labels intact from one part to another, will be impossible. 2AZ−FE engine NOTICE You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may violate certain state or federal laws. 3MZ−FE engine 294 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 295
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control. 295 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 296
illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size- For details, see "-Tire size" on page 298. 2. DOT and Tire location of the tread wear indicators- For details, see "Checking and replacing tires" on page 380. 5. Tire ply composition and . 296 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 297
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN). 1. "DOT" symbol 2. Tire Identification Number (TIN) 3. Tire manufacturer's identification mark 4. Tire size code 5. Manufacturer's optional tire type code 6. Manufacturing week 7. Manufacturing year 297 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 298
or 3 digits) 7. Speed symbol (alphabet with one letter) 298 1. Section width 2. Tire height 3. Wheel diameter 1. Bead 2. Sidewall 3. Shoulder 4. Tread 5. Belt 6. Inner liner 7. Reinforcing rubber 8. Carcass 9. Rim lines 10.Bead wires 11. Chafer 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 299
conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. 299 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 300
of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to , can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 300 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 301
of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine The sum of- (a) Curb weight; (b) Accessory weight; (c) Vehicle capacity weight; and (d) Production options weight 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column of - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 302
items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim The rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kg (150 lb.) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity (A) The sidewall - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 303
is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1-Occupant loading and distribution for - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 304
1360 kg (3000 lb.) 3MZ −FE engine 1585 kg (3500 lb.) Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow. Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the size (weight) and the number of occupants. For - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 305
vehicle during sudden braking or an accident. Secure all items in a safe place. D Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel. They may interfere with the driver's field of view. Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning, and impair the driver's control of the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 306
to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. For details about trailer towing, see page 315. Cargo capacity Total load capacity EXAMPLE ON YOUR VEHICLE In case that 2 people with the combined weight of 166 kg (366 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 307
tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires. 2. All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better traction in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for use all year round. 307 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 308
season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving. CAUTION D Do not control. D Do not use tire other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originals. 308 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 309
How to start the engine ...Tips for driving in various conditions ...Off−road driving precautions ...Winter driving tips ...Dinghy towing ...Trailer towing ...How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer ... 3 310 310 311 312 313 314 315 320 309 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 310
height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all side doors and back door. 5. Fasten seat belts. How to start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Put the selector - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 311
systems. z Do not race a cold engine. z If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately. Tips for driving in various conditions D Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. This will allow you much better control. CAUTION D Drive slowly onto curbs - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 312
wheel and injure your hands. Keep both hands and especially your thumbs on the outside of the rim. tiveness immediately after driving in sand, mud, water or snow. D Always check your brakes for effecD After driving Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management 312 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. ' - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 313
dealer and most service stations will be pleased to check the level of charge. NOTICE z If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firmness. Drive slowly and avoid deep water. 313 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 314
the ground) behind a motorhome. NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to your vehicle. NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle's paint. 314 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 315
braking, durability and driving economy control device with sufficient capacity. The gross combination weight (sum of your vehicle weight plus its load and the total trailer weight) must not exceed the following. 2AZ−FE engine 3790 kg (8360 lb.) 3MZ−FE engine 4015 kg (8860 lb.) 315 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 316
according to the hitch manufacturer's instructions. D The hitch ball and king pin should have a light coat of grease. D The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceed the following. 2AZ−FE engine 136 kg (300 lb.) 3MZ - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 317
for the correct type of wiring and relays for your trailer. Check for correct operation of the turn signals and stop lights each time you hitch up. Direct splicing may damage your vehicle's electrical system and cause a malfunction of your lights. CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 318
(engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 miles) of driving. MAINTENANCE D Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose−up or nose−down condition, and check for - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 319
steep grade with a trailer. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in use), pull off the road of room before changing lanes. D In order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive. 319 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 320
off the engine and start brake pedal. This causes premature wear, overheating and poor fuel economy. D Accelerate D Maintain a moderate speed on highways. The faster you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. By reducing your speed, you will cut down on fuel consumption. 320 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 321
, keep all maintenance work on schedule, and if you often drive under severe conditions, see that your vehicle receives more frequent maintenance. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement".) 321 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 322
Finish '04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) 322 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 323
emergency If your vehicle will not start ...If your engine stalls while driving ...If you cannot increase the engine speed ...If your vehicle overheats ...If you have wireless remote control transmitter ... 4 324 327 327 328 329 340 341 346 346 347 323 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. ( - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 324
. (See "Keys (with engine immobilizer system)" on page 12 in Section 1−2.) If the engine is not turning over or is turning over too slowly- 1. Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean. 2. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light. 3. If the light is out, dim or goes - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 325
minutes. During jump starting, run the engine at about 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. NOTICE The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster battery is correct. CAUTION D Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is poisonous - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 326
cable to a solid, stationary, unpainted, metallic point of the vehicle with the discharged battery. The recommended connecting points are shown in the following illustrations: Connecting point for 2AZ−FE engine Connecting point for 3MZ−FE engine 326 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 327
If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 328
that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used. 6. After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal, again check the coolant level in the reservoir. If necessary, bring it up to half full again. Serious coolant loss indicates a leak in the system. You should - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 329
may occur. D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack. D Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P". Block the wheel diagonally opposite to the one being changed if necessary. D Make sure to set the jack - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 330
driving with a deflated tire. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair. 1. Get the required tools and spare tire. 1. Spare tire 2. Front towing eyelet 3. Jack handle 4. Wheel is securely held by the tightening strap. 330 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 331
the jack is firmly secured. This prevents the jack from flying forward during a collision or sudden stop. To detach the spare tire: 1. Vehicles with aluminium wheels- Remove the inside spare tire cover by turning it counterclockwise. 331 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 332
deck board. 3. Vehicles with third seat- If the third seat is upright, hang the center deck board on the right −side head restraint. 4. Remove the cover as shown in the illustration. 332 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 333
jack handle counterclockwise. Continue until the spare tire is lowered completely to the ground. 7. Pull out the spare tire and stand it up against the bumper. 333 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 334
the spare tire cover. 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up. When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear wheels. Type A Type B 334 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 335
yet-just unscrew them about one −half turn. CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious accident. 335 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 336
jack -Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown the vehicle and begins to lift, double −check that it is properly positioned. 336 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 337
and eventually cause a wheel to come off while driving. 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tight. Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end inward) and tighten them as much as you can by hand. Press back on the tire back and see if you can tighten them more. 337 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 338
to the ground. D Have the wheel nuts tightened with torque wrench to 103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf), as soon as possible after changing wheels. Otherwise, the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious accident. 338 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 339
repair the flat tire and replace the spare tire with it. Initial adjustment of the tire pressure warning system is necessary after you have replaced your tires or wheels. See "Tire pressure warning system" on page 155 in Section 1 −7. 339 Type B 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 340
obstruction. (For details, see "Traction control system (two−wheel drive models)" on page 150 in Section 1−7.) NOTICE If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent damage to the transmission and other parts. z Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 341
wheel lift type truck- -From front (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck- -From front If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service Two−wheel drive models Four−wheel drive models 341 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 342
on the ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a towing dolly. Two−wheel drive models- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front-Release the parking brake. (b) Using flat bed truck Four −wheel drive models- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck Use a towing dolly under the - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 343
towing eyelet, see "-Installing front towing eyelet" on page 344 in this Section. Towing in this manner may be done only on hard−surfaced roads for a short distance and at low speeds. Also, the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition. NOTICE Use only a cable - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 344
.) 3. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely by a wheel nut wrench. CAUTION When installing the eyelet on the vehicle, be sure to tighten the front eyelet securely. If the eyelet is loose, it may come off when being towed and result in death or serious injury. 344 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 345
If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. D Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible. D Keep away from the vehicle during towing. 345 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 346
Insert the cover. hole to override the "P" the but- 6. Start the engine. For your safety, keep the brake pedal depressed. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota expensive to replace. Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from the glass. 346 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 347
new transmitter registered. At the same time, you must bring all of the remaining transmitters to have them registered again as well. You can use the wireless remote control system with the new transmitter. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information. 347 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 348
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'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) SECTION CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care 5 Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ...350 Washing and waxing your Toyota ...351 Cleaning the interior ...353 349 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 350
. Check the condition of drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live near the ocean, you should hose off the undercarriage at least once a month to minimize corrosion. D High humidity accelerates corrosion especially when temperatures range just above the freezing point. 350 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 351
: Do not apply water (high− pressure car wash, for example) at or near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler door opened. If the water enters the air vent, you may experience trouble with refueling or rough engine idling. Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are damaged easily by - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 352
NOTICE With mast type antenna: To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is removed before driving your Toyota through an automatic car wash. NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. 352 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 353
− type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. D Vehicles with side airbags: mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion. NOTICE Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the interior. 353 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 354
As you are cleaning, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying, or cuts. NOTICE When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connectors. Air conditioning control panel, car audio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 355
discoloration or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. 355 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 356
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maintenance ...Does your vehicle need repairing? ...Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs ... 6 358 359 361 362 For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". 357 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 358
intervals. For details of your maintenance schedule, read the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied. The owner may elect to use non−Toyota - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 359
if you run the engine. IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from time to time, e.g. each time when refueling. Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank. See page 391 in Section 7 −3 for additional information. 359 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 360
, and other lights are all working. Check headlight aim. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly. Steering wheel Check that it has the specified free play. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 361
of power Strange engine noises A leak under the vehicle (however, water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.) indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immediately.) CAUTION Do not continue driving with the vehicle - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 362
emission inspection programs which include OBD (On−Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. When the OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. In this case - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 363
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) SECTION DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction 7− 1 364 366 367 368 369 Engine compartment overview ...Fuse locations ...Do −it−yourself service precautions ...Positioning the jack ...Parts and tools ... 363 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 364
reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil level dipstick 5. Fuse blocks 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9. Condenser 10. Electric cooling fans 11. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank 364 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 365
reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil level dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Fuse blocks 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9. Condenser 10. Electric cooling fans 11. Windshield and rear window washer fluid tank 365 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 366
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) Fuse locations Spare fuses With daytime running light system 366 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 367
the ignition on, the electric cooling fans will automatically start to run if the engine coolant temperature is high and/or the air conditioning is on. D When the engine is running, keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belts. (Removing rings, watches, and ties - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 368
the spark plug holes. z Use only spark plugs of the specified type. Using other types will cause engine damage, loss of performance or radio noise. z Do not reuse iridium−tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regapping. Rear (two−wheel drive models) 368 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 369
Remember all Toyota parts are designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric. CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL Parts (if level is low): D Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P". Block the wheels on the opposite side of the jack up - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 370
adding fluid) CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION Tools: D Screwdriver D D D D Warm water Baking soda Grease Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts) CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Fuse with same amperage rating as original 370 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 371
the radiator and condenser ...Checking brake fluid ...Checking power steering fluid ...Checking tire inflation pressure ...Checking and replacing tires ...Rotating tires ...Installing snow tires and chains ...Replacing wheels ...Aluminum wheel precautions ... 371 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 372
. If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine. Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time, checking the dipstick. We recommend that you use a funnel when adding oil. The approximate quantity - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 373
to spill the engine oil on the vehicle components. z Avoid overfilling, or could be damaged. the engine ENGINE OIL SELECTION "Toyota replaced with SAE 5W−30 at the next oil change. z Check the oil level on the dipstick once again after adding the oil. Outside temperature 373 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 374
performance for your engine, "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" is available, which has been specifically tested and approved for all Toyota engines. Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details about "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil". ILSAC certification mark 374 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 375
within a short time after replenishing, there may be a leak in the system. Visually check the radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. Coolant type selection Use of - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 376
may indicate a serious mechanical problem. If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir. NOTICE If you spill some of the fluid, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint. 376 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 377
(about room temperature, 10_C-30_C or 50_F-85_F) if the engine has not been run for about five hours. CAUTION The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself. NOTICE Avoid overfilling, or the power steering could be damaged. 377 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 378
occupants and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are described on page 398 and 402. They are also on the tire and loading information label. You should check the tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least once a month. And do not forget the spare! The following instructions for checking tire - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 379
of the tire bead D Wheel deformation and/or tire separation D A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards High tire pressure (overinflation)- D Poor handling D Excessive wear D Uneven wear D A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards 379 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 380
stored for future use. CHECKING YOUR TIRES Check the tires tread for the tread wear indicators. If the indicators show, replace the tires. The location of the tread wear indicators is shown by the "TWI" or "∆ " marks, etc., molded on the sidewall of each tire. 380 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 381
of control. D Four −wheel drive models: Do not use tires of different brands, sizes, construction or tread patterns, as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control. Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 382
Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement".) However, the most appropriate timing for tire rotation may vary according to your driving habits and road surface conditions. See "If you have a flat tire" on page 329 in Section 4 for tire change procedure. 382 CAUTION Observe the following instructions - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 383
with the snow tires incorrectly inflated. D Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph) with any type of snow tires. Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check them before installing chains. 383 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 384
load capacity, diameter, rim width, and offset. Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 385
and wrench designed for wheels. your aluminum D When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. D As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately. 385 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 386
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(L/O 0308) SECTION DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components 7− 3 388 389 390 391 392 Checking battery condition ...Battery recharging precautions ...Checking and replacing fuses ...Adding washer fluid ...Replacing light bulbs ... 387 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 388
away from the battery. EMERGENCY MEASURES D If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately and get immediate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office. 388 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 389
the battery when washing it. CHECKING BY INDICATOR Check the battery condition by the indicator color. Indicator color Type A Green Type B Blue Condition Good Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Type A Green Dark Clear or light - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 390
a suspected fuse straight out and check it. Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. See page 402 in Section 8 of this manual for the functions controlled by each circuit. Good Blown Type B 390 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 391
them in your vehicle for emergencies. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical system. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible. If any washer does not work or low windshield washer fluid level warning light comes on, the washer tank may be empty - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 392
replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and light switch are off. Use bulbs with the wattage ratings given in the table. The inside of the lens of exterior lights such as headlights may temporarily fog up when the lens becomes wet in the rain or in a car wash. This is not a problem because - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 393
/ parking and front side marker lights Rear side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Stop/tail lights Back −up lights High mounted stop light License plate lights Interior lights Personal lights Vanity lights Door courtesy lights Glove box light Bulb No. 9006 9005 9006 - W 51 Type A B A C 60 51 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 394
side marker, and rear side marker lights If any of the following lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. D Front fog lights D Front turn signals/parking and front side marker lights D Rear side marker lights NOTICE Do not try to replace any of the light bulbs mentioned above by yourself. You - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 395
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) -Rear turn signal, stop/tail and back −up lights -High mounted stoplight a: b: c: d: Stop/tail light Rear turn signal light Stop/tail light Back−up light 395 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 396
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) -License plate light Use a Phillips−head screwdriver. 396 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 397
'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights ...Engine ...Fuel ...Service specifications ...Tires ...Fuses ... 8 398 398 399 399 402 402 397 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 398
0308) Dimensions and weights Two−wheel drive models Overall length Overall width Overall height∗1 Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) Towing capacity (trailer weight + cargo weight) ∗1 : ∗2 : ∗3 : ∗4 : ∗5 : ∗6 : ∗7 : Engine Four −wheel drive models 4690 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 399
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.): 2AZ−FE engine With filter Without filter 3MZ−FE engine With filter Without filter 3.8 (4.0, 3.3) 3.6 (3.8, 3.2) 4.7 (5.0, 4.1) 4.5 (4.8, 4.0) Spark plug gap, mm(in.): 1.1 (0.043) Drive belt tension measured with Borroughs drive belt tension gauge - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 400
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates: 5 A max. AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Fluid capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.): Up to 3.5 (3.7, 3.1) Fluid type: Toyota Genuine ATF Type T−IV Change automatic transmission fluid only - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 401
four −wheel drive models) Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 0.9 (1.0, 0.8) Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL−5 Recommended oil viscosity: Above −18_C (0_F) SAE 90 Below −18_C (0_F) SAE 80W or 80W−90 BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) with the engine - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 402
ft·lbf): 103 (10.5, 76) NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g. replacing tires or replacing wheels), see "Checking tire inflation pressure" through "Aluminum wheel precautions", pages 377 through 385, in Section 7 −2. Engine compartment 402 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 403
NO.1 25 A: Car audio system 20. DOME 10 A: Personal lights, interior lights, vanity lights, ignition switch light, wireless remote control system, gauges and meters, navigation system 21. HAZARD 15 A: Emergency flashers, instrument panel light, trailer lights 22. SPARE 7.5 A: Spare fuse 23. SPARE 15 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 404
brake system, vehicle stability control system 52. HTR 50 A: Air conditioning system 53. RDI 30 A: Electric cooling fans 54. RR DEF 30 A: Rear window defoggers 55. CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fans 56. MAIN 40 A: "H−LP RH LWR", "H−LP LH LWR", "H−LP RH UPR" and "H−LP LH UPR" fuses 404 2004 HIGHLANDER - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 405
injection system, starting system 58. POWER 30 A: Power seat Fuse (type C) 59. ALT 140 A: "POWER", "STOP", "FR DEF", "FR FOG", "OBD", "TAIL", "PANEL", "S/ROOF", "D FR DOOR", "P FR DOOR", "D RR DOOR", "P RR DOOR" and "PWR OUTLET1" fuses 60. RDI 50 A: Electric cooling fans 405 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 406
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'04 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0308) SECTION Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...408 407 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 408
−free: 1 −800 −331 −4331). If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 409
instructions carefully. Doing so will help you enjoy many years of safe and trouble−free motoring. For important information about this manual and your Toyota, read the following pages carefully. When it comes to service make changes at any time without notice. Please note that this manual applies - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 410
these warnings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage. The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are used in this manual are explained as follows: Safety symbol CAUTION This is a of damage to your vehicle and its equipment. ii 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 411
occupant of the vehicle should wear seat belts properly at all times. Children should always be secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for their age and size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are, as their names imply, designed to work with, and be supplemental to, seat - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 412
airbag at the time of deployment. This is just one example of how the instructions in Section 1 −3 of this Owner's Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". iv 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 413
harm. D Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water. v 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 414
control system, anti −lock brake system, traction control system, vehicle stability control system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. vi 2004 HIGHLANDER from - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 415
such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by the qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle. On −pavement and off −road driving tips This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 416
pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This check is done approximately five hours after the engine is turned off. So you may hear sound coming from underneath the luggage compartment for several minutes. It does not indicate a malfunction. viii 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 417
−Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. See page 373 for detailed information. Tire information: See pages 377 through 385. Tire inflation pressure: See page 402. Publication No. OM48478U Part No. 01999-48478 Printed in Japan 01 −0308 −00 C ( U) 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 418
order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor. The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle. 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U) - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 419
covered include such things as spark plug replacement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil and filter replacement. Where to obtain the Repair Manual The repair manual for HIGHLANDER, written in English, may be purchased as applicable from any Toyota dealer. Pub. Name: 2004 HIGHLANDER Repair - 2004 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 420
(L/O 0308) WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU Ċ PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts. Toyota belts are: D Comfortable D Easy to use D Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive. U 2004 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '03 Prod. (OM48478U)