2010 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 254
2010 Toyota Highlander Manual
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2-4. Using other driving systems Hill-start assist control Hill-start assist control helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when starting on incline or slippery slope. To engage hill-start assist control, further depress the brake pedal when the vehicle is stopped completely. A buzzer will sound once to indicate the system is activated. The slip indicator will also start flashing.