2008 Toyota Highlander Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
2008 Toyota Highlander Manual
2008 Toyota Highlander manual content summary:
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for your vehicle is also available at www.ToyotaOwnersOnline.com You can use the information located on this web site to determine when your Toyota requires servicing. Once in the scheduled maintenance guide section, simply select your vehicle's model, year and current maintenance interval - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 3
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ...2 MAINTAINING YOUR WARRANTY ...3 USING THE MAINTENANCE LOG CHARTS ...4 MAINTENANCE LOG ...6 EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS ...22 01 - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 4
HIGHLANDER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Model In-service date Selling dealership Key number Body style Mileage at delivery Selling dealership phone number Vehicle Identification Number 02 - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 5
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTAINING YOUR WARRANTY MAINTENANCE RECORDS Maintaining of proper maintenance are not covered under warranty. MAINTENANCE PROVIDERS Maintenance and repair services may be performed by you or by any automotive service provider you choose. Toyota will - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 6
HIGHLANDER 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide USING THE MAINTENANCE LOG CHARTS Regular maintenance is essential that the work was performed. To ensure that your vehicle receives first-quality service and parts, Toyota recommends having maintenance performed by an authorized Toyota dealership. Toyota - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 7
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide USING THE MAINTENANCE LOG CHARTS SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS In addition to standard maintenance items, the maintenance log indicates services the Owner's Manual. Be sure to perform these procedures regularly to ensure the most trouble-free operation of - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 8
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5,000 Miles or 6 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 10,000 Miles or 12 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/ - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 9
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 15,000 Miles or 18 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive shaft boots __ - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 10
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 20,000 Miles or 24 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 25,000 Miles or 30 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 11
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 30,000 Miles or 36 months Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 12
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 35,000 Miles or 42 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 40,000 Miles or 48 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 13
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 45,000 Miles or 54 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive shaft boots __ - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 14
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 50,000 Miles or 60 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 55,000 Miles or 66 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 15
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 60,000 Miles or 72 months Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 16
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 65,000 Miles or 78 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 70,000 miles or 84 months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 17
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 75,000 Miles or 90 Months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts __ Drive - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 18
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 80,000 Miles or 96 Months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 85,000 Miles or 102 Months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 19
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 90,000 Miles or 108 Months Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 20
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 95,000 Miles or 114 Months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 100,000 Miles or 120 Months Replace engine coolant 4 Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 21
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 105,000 Miles or 126 Months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts __ Drive - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 22
HIGHLANDER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 110,000 Miles or 132 Months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 115,000 Miles or 138 Months Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 23
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 120,000 Miles or 144 Months Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 24
operations. CABIN AIR FILTER Replace at specified intervals. Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, desert or dusty areas may shorten filter's life. More frequent replacement may be necessary. DRIVE BELTS Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 25
2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS ENGINE COOLANT Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type coolant. Inspect hoses and connections for corrosion and leaks. Tighten connections and replace parts when necessary. A qualified - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 26
HIGHLANDER STEERING GEAR BOX 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS Inspect for signs of leakage. to the instructions in the Owner's Manual. When rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear. Replace if necessary. TRANSFER CASE OIL Inspect or replace at specified - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 27
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information Vehicle Identification Number (required to process change) Mo. / Day / Year vehicle, Center at (800) 331-4331. Company name Street address or P.O. Box Apt. or suite number - City State Zip code - E-mail address - - - Primary phone number Alternate phone number Highlander - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 30
New Vehicle Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty California Emission Control Warranty Tire Limited Warranty 7 9 14 20 25 Your Responsibilities Operation and Maintenance Obtaining Warranty Service 26 28 1 - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 31
glove box, the Scheduled Maintenance Guide, describes your vehicle's maintenance available at the time of publication and, with the exception of the emission control warranties, is subject to change pay for specific repairs that are no longer covered by warranty. When we establish such a policy - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 32
covered repairs. The policy applies when your vehicle must be kept overnight for any of the following reasons: The Transportation Assistance Policy applies for the duration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The policy applies to all 2008 model-year Toyotas sold and serviced readily available and - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 33
first priority. Should you have a problem or concern - either during or after number (located on the driver's side corner of the dashboard, under the with a dealership manager, such as the service manager or customer relations manager. In most cases by the National Center for Dispute Settlement. - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 34
Program (CDSP). A brochure about the program is found in your glove box. For additional information, call the Toyota Customer Experience Center at (800)331-4331 date of printing. However, the programs may be changed without notice. For the most current information about the programs, call - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 35
Warranty Coverages at a Glance 6 Introduction - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 36
begins on the vehicle's in-service date, which is the first date the vehicle is either delivered to an ultimate purchaser, leased, or used as a company car or demonstrator. Which Vehicles Are Covered These warranties apply to all 2008 model-year Highlander vehicles distributed by Toyota that are - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 37
General Warranty Provisions Limitations The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under these warranties or any implied warranties. Toyota does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle. Any implied - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 38
parts, timing gears and gaskets, timing chain/belt and cover, flywheel, valve covers, oil pan, oil pump, engine mounts, turbocharger housing exceptions indicated under "What Is Not Covered" on pages 11-12. Coverage is for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Front-Wheel-Drive System - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 39
any seatbelt or air bag system supplied by Toyota, subject to the exceptions indicated under "What Is Not Covered" on pages covers repair or replacement of any original body panel that develops perforation from corrosion (rust-through), subject to the exceptions indicated under "What Is Not Covered - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 40
Accessories Tires Tires Tires are are covered covered filters filters • Replacement Lubrication • • Lubrication • Cleaning and and polishing polishing • Cleaning Replacement of • spark plugs plugs and and fuses fuses • Replacement of spark Replacement of worn wiper blades, • brake pads/linings pads - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 41
New Vehicle Limited Warranty Vehicles With Altered Odometer Failure of a vehicle on which the odometer has been altered so that actual vehicle mileage cannot be readily determined. Disclaimer of Extra Expenses and Damages The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 42
New Vehicle Limited Warranty DISPUTE RESOLUTION If a dispute arises regarding your warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under "If You Need Assistance" on pages 4-5. Please note that you must use the Dispute Settlement Program (or, in California, the CDSP) before seeking remedies - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 43
Federal Emission Control Warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND HOW LONG Emission Defect Warranty Toyota warrants law. This warranty is in effect for two years or 24,000 miles from the vehicle's in-service date, whichever occurs first. Additionally, components marked "8/80" in the parts list on pages 15-16 - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 44
ratio feedback control system • Cold-start enrichment system • Deceleration control system • Electronic fuel injection system components - Air flow sensor - Engine control module (8/80) - Throttle body - Other components Air Induction System • Intake manifold and intake air surge tank Catalyst - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 45
• Oil filler cap • PCV valve or orifice Other Parts Used in Above Systems • EGR gas temperature sensor • EGR valve • Associated parts Ignition System • Data link connector (8/80) • Hoses, clamps, fittings, tubing and mounting hardware • Malfunction indicator light and bulb (8/80) • Pulleys, belts - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 46
maintenance or repairs is not covered by this warranty. REPLACEMENT PARTS To ensure optimum performance and maintain the quality built into your vehicle's emission control systems, Toyota recommends the use of Genuine Toyota Parts when servicing or repairing the systems. Warranty coverage is not - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 47
to obtain service under the Emission Defect Warranty, see page 28, "Obtaining Warranty Service." IF with a California Certified Emission Control System that are sold, registered and adopts California emission warranty provisions are also covered by the California Emission Control Warranty (see - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 48
and which were not in general use before 1968.) 3) We have performed all emission control system preparations required by Toyota prior to the sale of the vehicle as set forth in Toyota's current pre-delivery service manual. 4) Except as may be provided in Paragraph 5, if this vehicle fails an EPA - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 49
WARRANTY. • If any emissions-related part on your vehicle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Toyota. This is your SHORT-TERM Emission Control System DEFECT WARRANTY. Covered parts are listed on pages 15-16. Specific components may have longer coverage under the terms of the - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 50
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES You are responsible for performance of the required maintenance indicated in the Owner's Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Toyota recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your vehicle, but Toyota cannot deny warranty coverage solely - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 51
repairs is not covered by this warranty. Air/Fuel Metering System • Engine control computer (engine control module) • Throttle body Air Induction System • Intake manifold and intake air surge tank Catalyst System • Catalytic converter (warm-up three-way catalyst) • Exhaust center pipe • Exhaust - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 52
maintain the quality built into your vehicle's emission control systems, Toyota recommends the use of Genuine Toyota Parts when servicing or repairing the systems. Warranty coverage is not dependent upon the use of any particular brand of replacement parts and you may elect to use non-Genuine Toyota - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 53
report complaints to: California Air Resources Board, Mobile Emission Control System that are covered by this warranty. Currently, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Vermont are the only other states to which this warranty applies. Vehicles covered by this warranty are also covered - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 54
on your vehicle are warranted by their manufacturer and not Toyota. A separate warranty statement for the tires is in your glove box. To obtain service for a tire defect, take the tire to an authorized dealer of the tire manufacturer. (Refer to your local phone directory for dealer locations.) Your - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 55
operated and maintained according to the instructions in the Owner's Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. You should keep detailed records technicians' credentials. You can be confident you're getting the best possible service for your vehicle when you take it to a Toyota dealership. Plus, - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 56
of any particular brand of replacement parts. However, Toyota recommends using only Genuine Toyota Parts when you need to replace a part on your Parts to meet your vehicle service needs. And because it is linked electronically to Toyota's Parts Distribution Centers, the dealership has quick access - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 57
to drive and there is no Toyota dealership reasonably available to make repairs, you may perform the repairs yourself or have them performed by another automotive service provider. Toyota will reimburse you for any of the repairs that are covered by warranty. To receive reimbursement, present to an - 2008 Toyota Highlander | Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 58
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