2012 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual
2012 Toyota Highlander Manual
2012 Toyota Highlander manual content summary:
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1 Before driving Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column. 2 When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information. 3 Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 2
equipment. Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction. Accessories - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 3
such as: ●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system ●Cruise control system ●Anti-lock brake system ●SRS airbag system ●Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 4
Engine speed • Accelerator status • Brake status • Vehicle speed • Shift position The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehicle is equipped owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased • In response to an official request by the police, a court - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 5
Engine speed • Whether the brake pedal was depressed or not • Vehicle speed • To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed • The transmission shift position • Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not • Driver's seat position • SRS airbag deployment data • SRS airbag system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 6
CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 7
Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may and others. NOTICE This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 8
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(type A) Master keys Valet key Key number plate Vehicles without smart key system (type B) Master keys Valet key Key number plate Vehicles with smart key system Electronic keys Operating the smart key system (→P. 35) • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 48) • Mechanical keys Key - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 10
1-1. Key information Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart key system) Take out the mechanical key. After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 11
1-1. Key information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 12
key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should always carry the electronic key.) 1 Electronic key Electronic key Before driving Electronic key Electronic key Locks and unlocks the doors (→P. 36) Starts the engine (→P. 170) Opens the glass hatch (→P. 37) Locks and unlocks the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 13
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Unlocking and locking the doors Front door handles Grip the handle to unlock the doors. Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle. The door cannot be - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 14
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Press the button to lock the door. 1 Before driving Opening the glass hatch (if equipped) Press and hold the button to open the glass hatch. The glass hatch will pop up. The glass hatch can be unlocked only when the back door is closed. 37 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 15
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Antenna location and effective range - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 16
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 17
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 18
is performed, as shown below. (When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5 seconds, and repeat step 2.) Multi-information display Unlocking doors Hold the driver's door handle to unlock only the driver's door. Hold the front passenger's door handle to unlock all - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 19
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 20
doors may be locked or unlocked by anyone. ● Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the engine if the electronic key is near the window. ● The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door handle, such as in - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 21
measures according key and lock the doors without first turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Tried ACCESSORY mode while the driver's door was open. (Opened the driver's door when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch was in ACCESSORY mode.) Turned the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF while the driver - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 22
or ACCESSORY mode and without the shift lever being in P. The electronic key has a low battery. Correction procedure Interior and exterior alarms sound continuously.* Shift the shift lever to P, turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF and close the driver's door again. 1 Before driving Replace - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 23
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 24
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 25
can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle from outside the vehicle. Vehicles without smart key system (type A) Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver's door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Pushing and holding: Opens and closes - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 26
, closing and locking the doors Vehicles without smart key system (type B) Locks all doors Unlocks all doors 1 Pressing the button unlocks the driver's door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Before driving Pushing and Sounds alarm holding: Pushing and holding - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 27
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 29
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 31
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 32
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 33
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Rear door child-protector lock The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set. These locks can be set to prevent children from opening the rear doors. Push down on each rear door switch to lock both rear doors. 56 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 34
systems The following functions can be set or canceled: Function Shift position linked door locking function Shift position linked door unlocking function Speed linked door locking function Driver the driver's door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the engine switch to "ACC" or - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 35
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 36
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors When the setting or canceling operation is complete, all doors are locked and then unlocked. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 37
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Ba ck door The back door can be locked/unlocked and opened by the following procedures. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 38
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 39
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Canceling the power back door system (vehicles with power back door) Turn the main switch in the glove box off to disable the power back door system. On Off A buzzer sounds twice and the back door can then not be opened with the wireless remote control or - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 40
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 41
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 42
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 43
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 44
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION ● Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota parts to the back door. Such additional weight on the back door may cause the back door to fall closed again after it is opened. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 45
back door has to be operated manually. Take extra care in this system: When the battery voltage suddenly drops, such as when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode or the engine is started during automatic operation ● Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota parts - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 46
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 47
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Gla ss hat ch ∗ The glass hatch can be opened using the glass hatch opener or wireless remote control. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 48
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 49
stay to break, causing an accident. ● Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota parts to the glass hatch. Such additional weight on the glass hatch may cause the glass hatch to fall closed again the glass hatch is opening, the wiper motor drive disc is swinging at the door panel.) 72 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 50
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION ● Do not insert any object in the wiper motor drive disc. 1 Before driving ● Do not close the glass hatch while the rear wiper is switched on. The rear wiper arm may be restarted suddenly after closing the glass hatch. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 51
om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Front se at s Manual seat Seat position adjustment lever Seatback angle adjustment lever Vertical height adjustment lever (driver's side only) Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment knob (driver's side only) Pull up the lever until the lock is - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 52
mirrors, steering wheel) Power seat 1 Before driving Seat position adjustment switch Seatback angle adjustment switch Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment switch (driver's side only) Vertical height adjustment switch (driver's side only) Driver's seat leg support adjustment switch (if equipped - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 53
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 54
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Re a r se at s - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 55
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 56
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 57
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding down the third seats - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 58
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 59
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 60
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Installing the second center seat - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 61
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 62
s Head restraints are provided for all seats. Front seats Vertical adjustment Up Pull the head restraints up. Before driving 1 Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release button Angle adjustment (if equipped) Second seats Up Pull the head restraints up - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 63
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 64
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 65
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Se at be lt s Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 66
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 67
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 68
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 69
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION ● Do not recline the seat any more than necessary to achieve a proper seating position. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. ● Do not wear the shoulder belt under - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 70
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 71
, st e e ring w he e l) St e e ring w he e l The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position. STEP 1 Hold the steering wheel and press the lever down. STEP 2 Adjust to the ideal position by moving the steering wheel horizontally and vertically. After adjustment, pull the lever up to - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 72
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Ant i-gla re inside re a r vie w m irror Glare from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by using the following functions. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 73
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Type B Turns automatic mode on/off The indicator comes on when automatic mode is turned on. Vehicles without smart key system: The mirror will revert to automatic mode each time the engine switch is turned to the "ON" position. Vehicles with smart key system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 74
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 75
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Out side re a r vie w m irrors Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switches. STEP 1 Select a mirror to adjust. Left Right STEP 2 Adjust the mirror. Up Right Down Left 98 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 76
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding back the mirrors Push backward to fold the mirrors. 1 Before driving - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 77
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 78
s The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches. Closing One-touch closing (driver's window only)* Opening One-touch opening (driver's window only)* 1 Before driving *: Pressing the switch in the opposite direction will stop window travel partway. Lock switch Press the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 79
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 80
. If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after performing the above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. 1 CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 81
1 -4 . Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof M oon roof ∗ Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 82
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 83
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 84
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 85
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 86
1 -5 . Re fue ling Ope ning t he fue l t a nk c a p Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 87
1-5. Refueling STEP 3 Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door. Closing the fuel tank cap When replacing the fuel tank cap, turn it until a clicking sound is heard. Once the cap is released, it will turn slightly in the opposite direction. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 88
1-5. Refueling CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 89
1-5. Refueling NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 90
in the vehicle's on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. 1 Vehicles without navigation system Before driving Vehicles without smart key system: The indicator light flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 91
been canceled. Vehicles with smart key system: The indicator light flashes after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned OFF to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 92
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 93
1 -6 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m Ala r m ∗ The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forcible entry is detected. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 94
1-6. Theft deterrent system Vehicles with navigation system Close the doors, glass hatch and hood, and lock all the doors. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds. The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is set. 1 Before driving - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 95
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 96
1-6. Theft deterrent system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 97
1 -6 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m T he ft preve nt ion la be ls (U.S.A.) These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law. 120 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 98
Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached and easily depressed to the extent required. (→P. 74) Adjust the seatback so that the controls are easily operable. Adjust the tilt and telescopic positions of the steering wheel downward so the airbag is facing - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 99
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 100
help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components. Driver knee airbag Can help provide driver protection. Side and curtain shield airbags Side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants. Curtain shield airbags Can help protect - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 101
"AIR BAG OFF" indicator lights SRS warning light Driver airbag Driver's seat position sensor Driver's seat belt buckle switch Driver knee airbag Airbag sensor assembly Front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors) Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 102
system components are shown above. The SRS airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and an airbag sensor. In certain types of severe frontal or side impacts or vehicle rollover, the SRS airbag system triggers the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 103
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 104
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 105
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 106
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 107
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 108
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 109
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 110
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 111
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 112
fe t y inform a t ion Front passenger occupant classification system Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger. 1 Vehicles without - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 113
1-7. Safety information Vehicles with navigation system SRS warning light "AIR BAG OFF" indicator light "AIR BAG ON" indicator light Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 136 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 114
1-7. Safety information Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant classification system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 115
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 116
Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 143) *5: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual as for installing the child - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 117
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 118
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 119
front passenger seat. ● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child. ● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 147 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 120
1-7. Safety information Types of child restraints Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat 1 Before driving Forward facing ⎯ Convertible seat Booster seat 143 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 121
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 122
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 123
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 124
) system. 1 Before driving Second seat: Child restraint LATCH anchors LATCH anchors are provided for the rear outer seats. (Buttons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.) Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mechanism (ALR/ELR belts except driver's seat - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 125
1-7. Safety information Second seat: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) Anchor brackets are provided for the second seats. 148 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 126
LATCH anchors. The bars are installed in the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchors. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 127
onto the The bars are installed in the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchors. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 128
1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 129
1-7. Safety information STEP 4 While pushing the child seat down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place. After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 130
belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. STEP 5 Before driving If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchors. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 131
Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt. Child restraint systems with a top tether strap (second seat only) STEP 1 Secure the child restraint using the seat belt or lower anchors, and adjust the head - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 132
cover, latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap. 1 Center seat: Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap. Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched. Before driving STEP 3 Adjust the head restraint to the downmost position. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 133
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 134
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 135
1-7. Safety information 158 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 136
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Driving t he ve hicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 137
2-1. Driving procedures Starting on a steep uphill STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 138
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 139
the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is selected. ● During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 140
models: Do not drive across a river or through other bodies of water. This may cause electric/electronic components to short circuit, damage the engine or cause other serious damage to the vehicle. ● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 141
Driving procedures CAUTION ● In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while the engine revving or racing the engine. Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to overheat, which could - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 142
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ● Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine and lock the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. ● Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately after turning the engine - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 143
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 144
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 145
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 146
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ith smart key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes "ENGINE START STOP" switch mode. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 147
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 148
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 149
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 150
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ithout smart key system) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 151
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 152
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 153
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Aut om at ic t ra nsm ission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 154
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 155
2-1. Driving procedures Changing shift ranges in S mode Shift the shift lever to the S position and operate the shift lever. Upshifting Downshifting 2 When driving 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine The initial shift range in S mode is set automatically to "5" or "4" according to the vehicle speed - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 156
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 157
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 158
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Tur n signa l leve r Right turn Left turn Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The right hand signal will flash until you release the lever. Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The left hand signal will flash until you release - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 159
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Pa rk ing bra ke Sets the parking brake* U.S.A. Canada (Depressing the pedal again releases the parking brake.) *: Fully depress the parking brake pedal with your left foot while depressing the brake pedal with your right foot. 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 160
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s H or n To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 161
rum e nt c lust e r Ga uge s a nd m e t e rs 2 When driving Vehicles without smart key system The following gauges and meters illuminate when the engine switch is in the "ON" position. Vehicles with smart key system The following gauges and meters illuminate when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 162
was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently. Instrument panel light control The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted. Brighter Darker When the headlight switch is turned on, the brightness will be reduced slightly - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 163
I nst rum e nt c lust e r I ndic at ors a nd w a r ning light s The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle's various systems. Instrument cluster 2 When driving Center panel (vehicles without navigation system) 187 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 164
2-2. Instrument cluster Center panel (vehicles with navigation system) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 165
135) Cruise control indicator (→P. 215) (if equipped) 2 *1 "TRAC OFF" indicator (→P. 224) When driving (if equipped) *1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the "ON" position (vehicles without smart key system) or the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 166
being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer for details. *2: Vehicles without multi-information display - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 167
display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data, driving ● Clock (→ P. 194) (→P. 192) Indicates and sets the time. ● Trip information Displays cruising range, fuel consumption and other cruising-related information. ● Automatic air conditioning system display (if equipped - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 168
2-2. Instrument cluster ● Warning messages (→P. 539) Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle's systems. Trip information Push the "DISP" button to display trip information. Display items can be switched by pressing the "DISP" button. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 169
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 170
cluster Setting up the displays STEP 1 Display the set up screen on the multi-information display when the vehicle is stopped. Press and hold the "DISP" button to display the set up screen. STEP 2 Select the desired item on the menu screen. Press and hold the "DISP" button to enter the setting - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 171
2-2. Instrument cluster STEP 3 Press the "DISP" button to adjust the minutes. After adjusting the minutes, wait 5 seconds to allow the minutes to be automatically input. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 172
, wait 5 seconds to allow the brightness to be automatically input. STEP 2 ● Setting the contrast STEP 1 Select "CONTRAST" on the menu screen. Press and hold the "DISP" button until the display changes. Press the "DISP" button to adjust the contrast. +: Strengthen -: Weaken After adjusting - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 173
multi-information display when the vehicle is stopped and the rear view monitor is turned on. Press and hold the "DISP" button to display the set up screen. 2 When driving STEP 2 Select the desired item on the menu screen. Press and hold the "DISP" button to enter the adjustment mode. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 174
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 175
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 176
daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. (if equipped) U.S.A. Canada The headlights and parking lights turn on and off automatically. (Vehicles without smart key system: When the engine switch is - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 177
system: When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.) The side marker, parking, tail, license plate and daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. 2 When driving (if equipped - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 178
. Vehicles with smart key system: When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.) The side marker, parking, tail, license plate and daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. The - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 179
turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. (if equipped) 2 When driving The headlights and parking lights turn on and off automatically. (Vehicles without smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to the "ON" position. Vehicles with - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 180
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Turning on the high beam headlights With the headlights on, push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 181
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 182
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Fog light sw it ch ∗ The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain or fog. They can be turned on only when the headlights are on in low beam. Type A Off Front fog lights on ∗: If equipped 206 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 183
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Off Front fog lights on 2 When driving 207 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 184
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Windshie ld w ipe rs a nd w a she r Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation. Type A Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 185
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary operation 2 When driving Increases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 186
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 187
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 188
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Re a r w indow w ipe r a nd w a she r Type A Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper dual operation Washer/wiper dual operation 212 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 189
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper dual operation Washer/wiper dual operation 2 When driving 213 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 190
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 191
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Cruise c ont rol ∗ Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. Indicator Cruise control switch 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 192
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 193
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 194
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 195
. U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Rear view monitor system (vehicles w ith multi-information display) Vehicles with navigation system Refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Vehicles without navigation system The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an image of the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 196
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 197
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 198
2-4. Using other driving systems NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 199
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Driving a ssist syst e m s To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 200
other driving systems When the Enhanced VSC/TRAC systems are operating If the vehicle is in danger of slipping, rolling backwards when starting on an incline, or the front wheels (2WD models) or four wheels (4WD models) spin, the indicator flashes to indicate that the Enhanced VSC/TRAC systems have - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 201
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 202
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 203
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 204
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s H ill-st a r t a ssist c ont rol Hill-start assist control helps to prevent the vehicle 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. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 205
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 206
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Dow nhill a ssist c ont rol syst e m (4 WD m ode ls) With the downhill assist control system, the vehicle is able to descend a steep hill, maintaining a constant low speed of about 3 mph (5 km/h) without brake pedal operation. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 207
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 208
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 209
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Off-roa d pre c a ut ions This vehicle belongs to . ● An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems. ● It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as an ordinary passenger car. Sharp turns at - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 210
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 211
private property. ● Do not enter areas that are closed. Honor gates, barriers and signs that restrict travel. ● Stay on established roads. When conditions are wet, driving techniques should be changed or travel delayed to prevent damage to roads. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 212
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 213
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 214
balance. ● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants) Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit⎯ (1)Locate the statement - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 215
will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Example on your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity 2 When driving When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are riding in - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 216
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 217
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 218
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Ve hicle loa d lim it s Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, trailer weight rating and cargo capacity. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 219
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Wint e r driving t ips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 220
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 221
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 222
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 223
performance and setting, trailer brakes, the hitch and hitch systems (if equipped). To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the by towing a trailer for commercial purposes. 2 When driving Contact your Toyota dealer for further information about additional requirements such as towing - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 224
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 225
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 226
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 227
2-5. Driving information GCWR, TWR, Unbraked TWR Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the limits. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 228
instructions. • Tongue Weight The gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the tongue weight is 9% to 11%. (Tongue weight /Gross trailer weight x 100 = 9% to 11%) Gross trailer weight Tongue weight If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, return the front axle to the same weight - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 229
2-5. Driving information Hitch Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota recommends the use of Toyota hitch/bracket for your vehicle. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. ● If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer. ● Use only a hitch that - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 230
2-5. Driving information Selecting trailer ball Use the correct trailer ball for your application. Trailer ball load rating Matches or exceeds the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. Ball diameter Matches the size of the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 231
2-5. Driving information Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball Weight carrying ball position: 48.1 in. (1221 mm) 2 When driving Connecting trailer lights Use the wire harness stored in the rear end under body. 255 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 232
limit for your trailer as set forth in your trailer owner's manual, whichever is lowest. Instability of the towing vehicle-trailer combination (trailer sway) increases as speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of control. ● Before starting out, check the trailer lights wheel and - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 233
wheels will be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making a wider than normal turning radius. ● Slow down before making a turn, in cross room before changing lanes. ● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system performance when using engine braking, - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 234
2-5. Driving information ● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle's and the trailer's wheels when parking. Apply wheels. When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. Apply the parking brake firmly. Shift into P and turn off the engine. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 235
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 236
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 237
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 238
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 239
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 240
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 241
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Dinghy t ow ing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. 2 When driving NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 242
ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Front m a nua l a ir c ondit ioning syst e m ∗ Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial Outside air or recirculated air mode Air outlet selection dial Rear air conditioning Air conditioning on/off switch on/off switch (if equipped) Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 243
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 244
the air conditioning system and defogger Feet : Vehicles without rear air conditioning system Without rear air conditioning system Feet and windshield Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode. With rear air conditioning system Feet and windshield Recirculated air mode - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 245
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 246
and closing the air outlets Front center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. Rear center outlets (vehicles without rear air conditioning system) Direct air flow to - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 247
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 248
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 249
setting. Control panel Temperature control for rear passengers Windshield defogger Automatic mode Driver's side temperature control dial Rear air conditioning on/off switch Fan speed Outside air or recirculated air mode Individual mode 3 Interior features Front passenger's side temperature - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 250
Airflow display Fan speed display Driver's side temperature setting display Temperature setting display for rear passengers Front passenger's side temperature setting display Using the automatic mode STEP 1 Press . The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 251
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 252
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 253
system and defogger Without rear air conditioning system Feet and windshield Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode. With rear air conditioning system Feet and windshield Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 254
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Changing the rear seat settings (if equipped) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 255
Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. Rear center outlets (vehicles without rear air conditioning system) Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 256
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 257
a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Re a r m a nua l a ir c ondit ioning syst e m ∗ Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. Changes the air outlets used 3 Fan speed control dial Temperature control dial Interior features ∗: If equipped 283 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 258
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 259
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 260
Using the automatic mode STEP 1 Press . The air conditioning system will operate, and air outlets and fan speed will be set automatically. "AUTO" will be displayed on the control panel. STEP 2 Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool). ∗: If equipped 286 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 261
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 262
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 263
nd de fogge r Rear w indow and outside rear view mirror defoggers Clear the rear window using the defogger. Vehicles with manual air conditioning system On/off Press the button to turn on the rear window defogger. The indicator light will come on. The defoggers will automatically turn off after 15 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 264
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 265
syst e m a nd de fogge r Windshie ld w ipe r de -ic e r ∗ This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades. On/off Press the button to turn on the windshield wiper de-icer. The indicator light will come on. The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 266
sw itches ∗ Some air conditioning features can be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. Temperature control Off Automatic mode Using the automatic mode STEP 1 Press . The air conditioning system will operate, and air outlets and fan speed will be set automatically. "AUTO" will - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 267
U sing t he a udio syst e m Audio syst e m With navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without navigation system Type A: CD player and AM/FM radio 3 Interior features Type B: CD player and AM/FM radio (with CD - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 268
changer and AM/FM radio Title Using the radio Using the CD player Playing back MP3 and WMA discs Operating an iPod Operating a USB memory Optimal use of the audio system Using the AUX port Using the steering wheel audio switches Page P. 297 P. 304 P. 312 P. 320 P. 327 P. 335 P. 339 P. 341 294 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 269
3-2. Using the audio system Language settings (type B and C) The language used for all voice guidance, voice recognition and messages may be changed. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Press Press Press Press the . (MORE). (LANG). that corresponds to the desired language. 3 For vehicles sold in the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 270
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 271
type 3 Interior features Type B and C Power Volume Scanning for receivable stations Adjusting the frequency (AM, FM mode) or channel (SAT mode) Displaying radio text messages Station selector Seeking a frequency AM/FM/SAT mode button Mute Changing the channel category Setting preset buttons - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 272
Using the audio system Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio) STEP 1 Search for desired stations by turning pressing "∧" or "∨" on or , or . to ) the station STEP 2 Press and hold the button (from is to be set to until you hear a beep. Type B and C: Each time changed. There - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 273
3-2. Using the audio system XM® Satellite Radio (type B and C) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 274
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 275
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 276
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 277
3-2. Using the audio system --or CHANNEL NOT AVAILABLE The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or "CH001". If it does not change automatically, select another channel. Contact the XM® Listener Care Center at 1-800- - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 278
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he CD pla ye r Type A Power Volume CD eject Search playback CD slot Reverse Displaying text message Fast-forward Mute Playback Repeat play Random playback Track selection Type B and C Power Volume Selecting a track Searching playback Displaying text - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 279
3-2. Using the audio system Loading CDs - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 280
3-2. Using the audio system Ejecting CDs - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 281
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a CD (type B with a CD changer and type C) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 282
3-2. Using the audio system Repeat play - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 283
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 284
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 285
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE ● CDs with a transparent or translucent recording area ● CDs that have had tape, stickers or CDR labels attached to them, or that have had the label peeled off 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 286
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Pla ying ba ck M P3 a nd WM A disc s Type A Power Volume CD eject Reverse Fast-forward Displaying text message Mute Search playback CD slot File selection Playback Repeat play File selection Random playback Folder selection Type B and C Power Volume Selecting - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 287
3-2. Using the audio system Loading and ejecting MP3 and WMA discs →P. 304 Selecting MP3 and WMA discs (type B with a CD changer and type C) →P. 307 Selecting and scanning a folder - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 288
3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing files To fast-forward or reverse, press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Playing and pausing files (type B and C) Press . Random playback - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 289
3-2. Using the audio system Repeat play - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 290
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 291
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 292
Items related to standards and limitations are as follows. • audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to play discs that contain MP3 and WMA files. However, only the first system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 293
3-2. Using the audio system ● Extensions If the file extensions depending on the status of the encoding and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of playback may result. In some cases, playback may not be possible in the U.S. and other countries. 3 Interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 294
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a n iPod ∗ Connecting an iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 295
3-2. Using the audio system STEP 2 Press . - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 296
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a play mode STEP 1 STEP 2 Press Press Pressing (BROWSE) to select iPod menu mode. that corresponds to the desired play mode. (MORE) to change to the second selection list. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 297
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 298
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting songs Turn or press "∧" or "∨" on to select the desired song. Playing and pausing songs Press . Fast-forwarding and rewinding songs Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Shuffle playback - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 299
3-2. Using the audio system Switching the display Press Each time . is pressed, the display changes in the following order: Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name → Track title/Elapsed time - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 300
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 301
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a U SB m e m or y ∗ Connecting a USB memory enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 302
3-2. Using the audio system STEP 2 Press . - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 303
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting and scanning a folder - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 304
3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and rewinding files Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Random playback - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 305
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 306
the audio system ● MP3 and WMA files MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER 3) is a standard audio compression format. Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size using MP3 compression. WMA (Windows Media Audio) is a Microsoft audio compression format. This format compresses audio data - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 307
3-2. Using the audio system ● ID3 and WMA tags ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track title, artist name, etc. The system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.) WMA tags - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 308
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 309
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Opt im a l use of t he a udio syst e m Type A Adjusting the sound quality and ASL 3 Type B and C Adjusting the sound quality and ASL Interior features Selector buttons Menu button 335 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 310
3-2. Using the audio system Using the audio control function - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 311
3-2. Using the audio system Type B and C Mode displayed BASS MID TREB FADE Sound quality mode Bass* Mid-range* (type C only) Treble* Front/rear volume balance Left/right volume balance Level -5 to 5 -5 to 5 -5 to 5 F7 to R7 Shifts to rear Shifts to front Low High Turn to the left Turn to the right - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 312
3-2. Using the audio system Type B and C STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Press Press Press Press the . (MORE). (ASL). that corresponds to the desired mode. Type B: "LOW", "MID", "HIGH", or "OFF" Type C: "ON" or "OFF" ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to vehicle speed. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 313
port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle's speakers. STEP 1 Open the cover and connect the portable audio device. Vehicles without seat heater (type A) 3 Vehicles without seat heater (type B and C) Interior features Vehicles with seat heater 339 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 314
3-2. Using the audio system Type A STEP 2 Press . Type B and C STEP 2 Press . - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 315
: Selects files and folders Bluetooth® audio mode: Selects tracks and albums Turns the power on, selects audio source 3 Interior features Turning on the power Press when the audio system is turned off. down until you hear The audio system can be turned off by holding a beep. ∗: If equipped 341 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 316
3-2. Using the audio system Changing the audio source Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source changes as follows each time is pressed. Type A FM→CD→AUX→AM Type B and C FM→SAT→CD (type B only)→CD changer (with a CD changer) →Bluetooth® Audio→AUX→USB/iPod→AM Adjusting the volume - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 317
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a disc in the CD player (CD player with changer only) STEP 1 STEP 2 Press to select CD mode. until you hear a beep. Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 318
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m De t a cha ble pole a nt e nna ∗ The antenna can be removed. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 319
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 320
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 321
® audio system will not function. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Title Using the Bluetooth audio system Operating a Bluetooth® enabled portable player Setting up a ® ® Page P. 350 P. 355 P. 357 P. 362 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 322
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 323
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 324
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 325
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Operating the system using voice commands By following voice guidance instructions output from the speaker, voice commands enable the operation of the Bluetooth® audio system without the need to check the display or operate - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 326
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Using the Bluetooth® audio system for the first time Before using the Bluetooth® audio system, it is necessary to register a Bluetooth® enabled portable player in the system. Follow the procedure below to register (pair) a portable player: STEP 1 STEP 2 Press - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 327
. (→P. 370) Menu list of the Bluetooth® audio system Second menu First menu Third menu Pair Audio Players (Pair audio player) Select Audio Player Operation details 3 Registering a portable player Interior features Selecting a portable player to be used Changing the registered name of a portable - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 328
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 329
d port a ble pla ye r Power Volume Displaying text messages Selector knob Fast-forwarding and reversing Selecting tracks Playback/pause 3 Interior features Playback Selecting an album Press "∨" or "∧" on . Selecting tracks Press "∧" or "∨" on . Playing and pausing tracks Press . 355 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 330
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing tracks Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Switching the display Press Each time . is pressed, the display changes in the following order: Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name → Track title/Elapsed time - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 331
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m Setting up a Bluetooth ® ena bled porta ble player Registering a portable player in the Bluetooth® audio system allows the system to function. The following functions can be used for registered portable players: - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 332
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Registering a portable player Select "Pair Audio Players (Pair audio player)" using a voice command or , and perform the procedure for registering a portable player. (→P. 352) Selecting a portable player to be used STEP 1 Select "Select Audio Player" using a - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 333
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system STEP 3 Press the talk switch and say "From car" or "From audio", and select "Confirm" using a voice command or . Vehicles with smart key system: If "From car" is selected, the portable player will be automatically connected whenever the "ENGINE START STOP" - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 334
, and the following functions will become available: ● Selecting a portable player: "Select Audio Player" ● Changing a registered name: "Change Name" ● Deleting a portable player: "Delete Audio Player" Changing the passkey STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Set Passkey" using a voice command or . Press the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 335
"List audio players". When the name of the desired portable player is read aloud, press the talk switch. 3 Interior features If the portable player to be deleted is paired as a Bluetooth® phone, the registration of the mobile phone can be deleted at the same time. A voice guidance instruction to - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 336
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m se t up - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 337
) features ∗ This system supports Bluetooth®, which allows you to make or receive calls without using cables to connect a cellular phone and the system, and without operating the cellular phone. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 338
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Title Using the hands-free phone system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 339
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 340
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 341
3 -4 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m ∗ - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 342
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 343
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Operating the system using a voice command By following voice guidance instructions output from the speaker, voice commands enable the operation of the hands-free phone system without the need to check the display or operate - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 344
cellular phone) Using the hands-free phone system for the first time Before using the hands-free phone system, it is necessary to register a cellular phone in the system. The phone registration mode will be entered automatically when starting the system with no cellular phone registered. Follow the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 345
to the hands-free phone system and Bluetooth® audio system at the same time STEP 5 Select "Int. Audio (Internal audio)" using a voice command or . STEP 6 Select "Confirm" using a voice command or . 3 A passkey is displayed and heard, and a voice guidance instruction for inputting the passkey - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 346
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Menu list of the hands-free phone system - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 347
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) First menu Second menu Third menu Set PIN Phonebook Lock (Phone book lock) Phonebook Unlock (Phone book unlock) Pair Phone Change Phone Name (Change name) Operation detail Setting a PIN code Locking the phone book Security Unlocking - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 348
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 349
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 350
3 -4 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) M a k ing a phone c a ll - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 351
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 3 Dial by one of the following and say "List names". Press the talk switch while the desired name is being read aloud. 3 Interior features STEP 3 Dial by one of the following methods: a. Press the off-hook switch. b. Press the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 352
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) When receiving a phone call - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 353
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 2 Select the number by either of the following methods: a. Say "Previous . Storing the number in the phone book: Select "Store" using a voice 3 command or . Interior features Deleting: Select "Delete" using a voice command or . - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 354
3 -4 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) Se t t ing a c e llula r phone Registering a cellular phone in the hands-free phone system allows the system to function. The following functions can be used for registered cellular phones: - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 355
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Selecting a cellular phone to be used STEP 1 talk switch. 3 Interior features Pattern B STEP 2 Select a cellular phone to be used using . Changing a registered name STEP 1 Select "Change Phone Name (Change name)" using a voice - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 356
cellular phones to be read aloud. When listing is complete, the system returns to "Phone Setup". Pressing the talk switch while the name of the following functions will be available Selecting a cellularphone: "Select Phone" Changing a registered name: "Change Name" Deleting a cellular phone: - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 357
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Deleting a cellular phone STEP 1 STEP 2 cellular phone is being read aloud, press the talk switch. 3 Interior features Changing the passkey STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Set Passkey" using a voice command or . Press the talk switch, say - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 358
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Turning the hands-free phone automatic connection on/off - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 359
3 -4 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) Se c urit y a nd syst e m se t up To enter the menu of each setting, follow the steps below: - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 360
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 361
-free phone system (for cellular phone) Setting voice guidance volume STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Guidance Volume" using Change the voice guidance volume. To decrease the volume: Turn . counterclockwise. To increase the volume: Turn Initialization clockwise. 3 Interior features STEP 1 Select - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 362
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 363
(Set speed dial)" ● Changing a registered name 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Change Name" ● Deleting registered data 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Delete Entry" ● Deleting speed dial 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Delete Speed Dial" ● Listing the registered data 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "List Names" 3 Interior features Adding - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 364
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 2 Use one of the following methods to a voice command or . STEP2-2 Transfer the data from the cellular phone. Refer to the manual that comes with the cellular phone for the details of transferring data. STEP2-3 Select the data - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 365
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Inputting a phone number using STEP2-1 Select "Manual Input" using . STEP2-2 Input a phone number using once again. Input the phone number 1 digit at a time. , and press Selecting a phone number from outgoing or incoming - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 366
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 3 Select the name to be registered instead of "Confirm" registers the newly added phone number as a speed dial. Setting speed dials STEP 1 Select "Speed Dial (Set speed dial)" using a voice command or . STEP 2 Select data to be - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 367
Name" using a voice command or . 3 Select a name to be changed by either of the following methods: a. Press the talk switch, say the desired name, and select "Confirm" using a voice command or . Interior features b. Press the talk switch, and say "List names". While the desired name is being - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 368
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Deleting registered data STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Delete Entry" using a voice command or . Select the data to be deleted by either of the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 369
system returns to "Phonebook". Pressing the talk switch while the desired data is being read aloud selects the data, and the following function will become available Dialing: "Dial" Changing a registered name: "Change Name" Deleting an entry: "Delete Entry" Setting a speed dial: "Speed Dial (Set - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 370
hatch (if equipped) are opened/closed, the "ENGINE START STOP" switch mode and engine switch position. Outer foot lights (vehicles with smart key system) Personal/interior lights (→P. 397) Engine switch light (vehicles without smart key system) Front door courtesy light Personal/interior light or - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 371
the glass hatch (if equipped) is opened. They turn off when the doors and glass hatch are closed. 3 On The personal/interior lights and interior light cannot be individually turned off. Interior features Personal/interior lights Front On/off The illuminated entry system is activated even if the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 372
3-5. Using the interior lights Personal/interior lights and interior light Center (if equipped) On/off The illuminated entry system is activated even if the light is turned off when the personal/interior light main switch is in door position. Interior light Rear Center (if equipped) On Off The - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 373
3 -6 . U sing t he st ora ge fe a t ure s List of st ora ge fe at ure s 3 Interior features Auxiliary boxes Overhead console Glove box Bottle holders Cup holders Side table Console box 399 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 374
3-6. Using the storage features Glove box CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 375
3-6. Using the storage features Console box Console box Upper Pull up the knob to release the lock. Lift the lid. Lower Push down the lever. 3 Interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 376
3-6. Using the storage features Overhead console Overhead console The overhead console is useful for temporarily storing sunglasses and similar small items. Press in the lid. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 377
3-6. Using the storage features Cup holders Cup holders Front (type A) Front (type B) Lift the lid. 3 Interior features Console box Pull out the cup holder. 403 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 378
3-6. Using the storage features Cup holders Side table Install the side table before using the cup holder. (→P. 410) Removing the adapters changes the size. (→P. 405) Rear Removing the adapters changes the size. (→P. 405) 404 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 379
3-6. Using the storage features Cup holders - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 380
3-6. Using the storage features Cup holders CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 381
3-6. Using the storage features Bottle holders Bottle holders Front Rear 3 Interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 382
3-6. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Auxiliary boxes Type A Pull up the lever. Type B (if equipped) Lift the lid. 408 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 383
3-6. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Type C Lift the lid. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 384
3-6. Using the storage features Side table Side table - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 385
Using the storage features Side table STEP 2 Pull the lock release lever to remove the side table. STEP 3 Stow the side table in the console box. 3 Interior features STEP 4 Push down on the end to engage the pins in the holes and close the console box door. Make sure that the side table is - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 386
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Sun visors Forward position Flip down. Side position Flip down, unhook, and swing to the side. Side extender Place in side position then slide backwards. 412 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 387
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Va nit y m irrors Slide the cover. The light turns on when the cover is opened. (Vehicles with vanity mirror light) NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 388
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Clock (vehicles w ithout multi-information display) Adjusts the hours. Adjusts the minutes. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 389
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Conve rsat ion m ir ror Press in the lid. Push the lid back up half way. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 390
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Pow e r out le t s The power outlet can be used for the following components. 12 V: Accessories that run on less than 10 A. 120 VAC: Accessories that use less than 100 W. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 391
3-7. Other interior features Type C Type D 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 392
3-7. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 393
3-7. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 394
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Se at he at e rs ∗ Driver's seat Pops the knob out On The indicator light comes on. Adjusts the seat temperature Front passenger's seat The further you turn the knob clockwise, the warmer the seat becomes. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 395
3-7. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 396
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Ar m re st s Pull the armrest down for use. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 397
. For details, refer to the floor mat retention clip installation instructions supplied with the clips. 3 CAUTION Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause the driver's floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 398
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Lugga ge c om pa r t m e nt fe at ure s - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 399
3-7. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 400
3-7. Other interior features STEP 2 Pull out the luggage cover and engage both ends to secure it. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 401
3-7. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 402
3-7. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 403
fe a t ure s Ga ra ge door ope ne r ∗ The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, security systems, and other devices. The the programming method below appropriate for the device. Indicator Interior features 3 Buttons - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 404
3-7. Other interior features STEP 2 Press and hold down one of the buttons on the HomeLink® and the button on the transmitter. When the indicator light on the HomeLink® changes from a slow to a rapid flash within 20 seconds, you can release both buttons. Test the operation of HomeLink® by pressing - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 405
3-7. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 406
3-7. Other interior features STEP 5 Test the operation of the HomeLink® by pressing the newly programmed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates correctly. Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of the remaining HomeLink® buttons. STEP 6 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 407
3-7. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 408
3-7. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 409
3 -7 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Com pa ss ∗ The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which the vehicle is heading. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 410
3-7. Other interior features Calibrating the compass The direction display deviates from the true direction determined by the earth's magnetic field. The amount of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle. If you cross over a map boundary shown in illustration, the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 411
3-7. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 412
3-7. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 413
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition. ● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 414
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 415
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 416
4 -1 . M a int e na nc e a nd c a re Cle a ning a nd prot e c t ing t he ve hicle int e rior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and keep it in top condition: - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 417
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 418
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 419
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e M a int e na nc e re quire m e nt s To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular maintenance is essential. It is the owner's responsibility to perform regular checks. Toyota recommends the following maintenance. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 420
4-2. Maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 421
4-2. Maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 422
Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice. Engine compartment Items Battery Brake fluid Engine coolant Engine oil Exhaust system Radiator/condenser - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 423
? • Does the seat belt system operate smoothly? • Are the belts undamaged? • Do the seat controls operate properly? • Moves smoothly? • Has correct free play? • No strange noises? Brake pedal Brakes Head restraints Indicators/buzzers Lights Parking brake Seat belts Seats Steering wheel 450 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 424
exterior Items Door Engine hood Fluid leaks Check points • Operate smoothly? • The lock system works properly? • Is there any leakage after parking? Tire • Inflation pressure is correct? • Tire surfaces not worn or damaged? • Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule? • Wheel nuts are - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 425
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 426
correct procedures as given in these sections. Items Parts and tools Warm water Baking soda Grease Conventional Life Coolant" or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, nonamine, non-nitrite and non engine coolant) • "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or equivalent • Rag or paper towel, - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 427
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Items Fuses (→P. 499) Parts and tools • Fuse with same amperage rating as original ⎯ Radiator and condenser (→P. 471) Tire inflation pressure (→P. 487) (→P. 477) • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Water washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 428
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury observe the following precautions. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 429
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 430
will pop up slightly. STEP 2 Lift the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. 4 Maintenance and care STEP 3 Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into either of the slots. 457 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 431
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 432
a int e na nc e Posit ioning a floor ja ck When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury. Front (2.7L 4-cylinder [1AR-FE] engine) Front (3.5L V6 [2GR-FE] engine) 4 Maintenance and care Rear (2WD models) 459 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 433
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Rear (4WD models) Removing the front jack point cover (3.5 L V6 [2GR-FE] engine) Before jacking up the vehicle, remove the jack point cover. STEP 1 Turn the bolts counterclockwise and remove them. STEP 2 Remove the cover. 460 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 434
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 435
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 436
t m e nt 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine 4 Washer fluid tank (→P. 477) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 467) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 466) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 469) Battery (→P. 473) Maintenance and care Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 472) Fuse boxes Condenser Radiator (→P. 499) (→P. 471 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 437
Do-it-yourself maintenance 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine Washer fluid tank (→P. 477) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 467) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 466) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 469) Battery (→P. 473) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 472) Fuse boxes Condenser Radiator (→P. 499) (→P. 471) (→P. 471 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 438
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment cover - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 439
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 440
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine Low Full - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 441
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 442
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 443
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 444
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Radiator and condenser Check the radiator and condenser, and clear away any foreign objects. If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 445
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Brake fluid - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 446
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 447
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 448
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 449
above if necessary. ● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Get emergency medical attention immediately. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 450
maintenance Washer fluid Add washer fluid in the following situations. ● Any washer does not work. ● The low washer fluid warning light comes on (vehicles without multi-information display). ● The warning message appears on the multi-information display (vehicles with multi-information display - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 451
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire s Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 452
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 453
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and transmitters must also be installed. tire pressure warning computer and the tire pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 454
the tire pressure warning reset switch until the tire pressure warning light blinks slowly 3 times. Vehicles without smart key system STEP 5 4 Wait for a few minutes with the engine switch in the "ON" position, and then turn the engine switch to the "LOCK" position. Wait for a few minutes with - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 455
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 456
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 457
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 458
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 459
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 460
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire inflat ion pre ssure - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 461
tire inflation pressure is not within the recommended levels, adjust the pressure. If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to lower. After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage. Reinstall the tire valve - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 462
degrade ride and handling. ● Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving. ● Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight. Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is balanced. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 463
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Whe e ls If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause loss of handling control. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 464
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 465
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 466
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Air c ondit ioning filt e r The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 467
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 5 Remove the filter cover. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 468
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 469
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Wire le ss re m ot e c ont rol/e le c t ronic ke y bat t e r y Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 470
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 471
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 472
Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Open the fuse box cover. Push the tab in and lift the fuse box cover off. STEP 2 Engine compartment (type A) 4 Engine compartment (type B) Push the tab in and lift the fuse box cover off. (if equipped) Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 473
instrument panel Remove the lid. STEP 3 After a system failure, see "Fuse layout and amperage ratings" (→P. 502) for details about which fuse to check. Remove the fuse with the pullout tool. STEP 4 STEP 5 Check if the fuse has blown. Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace it with one of an appropriate - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 474
-it-yourself maintenance Type B Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace it with one of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. 4 Maintenance and care Type D Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 475
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 476
Fuse 4 5 6 7 8 DEF RLY MIR HTR PWR OUTLET DOOR NO.1 EFI NO.2 Ampere 10 A 10 A 20 A 25 A 10 A Circuit Rear window defogger Outside rear view mirror defoggers Power outlet Multiplex communication system Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system Multiport fuel - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 477
system, audio system Audio system Steering sensor, gauges and meters, clock, main body ECU, wireless remote control, smart key system, power back door, multiinformation display, front passenger occupant classification system Vanity lights, personal lights, interior light, gauges and meters, engine - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 478
Horn Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system, smart key system Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system Air fuel ratio sensor S-HORN 46 47 48 ETCS A/F S-HORN 10 A 20 A 7.5 A Type B (if equipped) 4 Maintenance and care Fuse - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 479
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 480
Fuse 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 DOOR NO.2 AM1 P/SEAT (PS) A/C NO.1 FUEL OPN S/ROOF TAIL PANEL Ampere 25 A 7.5 A 30 A 10 A 7.5 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A Circuit Power windows Starting system Power seat Air conditioning system No circuit Electric moon roof Parking lights, tail lights, license plate lights, fog - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 481
system, steering lock system, smart key system, SRS airbag system Gauges and meters, rear view monitor system Outside rear view mirrors, shift lock system, smart key system, multiplex communication system Power outlet Power outlet Audio system, clock, rear seat entertainment system, interior lights - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 482
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 483
int e na nc e Light bulbs You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Toyota dealer. For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your Toyota - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 484
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 485
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Unplug the connector while depressing the lock release. Low beam High beam - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 486
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Turn the bulb counterclockwise. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 487
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 488
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. Rear turn signal light Stop/tail and rear side marker light Back-up light - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 489
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 490
or is involved in an accident. Vehicles without navigation system Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again. Vehicles with navigation system Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 491
your vehicle towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or a flat bed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and local laws. 2WD models: If towing from the front, the vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 492
to the emergency towing eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle's wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition. Towing eyelets - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 493
5-1. Essential information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 494
5-1. Essential information STEP 3 Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 495
5-1. Essential information Towing with a sling-type truck NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 496
5-1. Essential information From front (4WD models) Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 497
be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration. If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45°. Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged. 5 When - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 498
5 -1 . Esse nt ia l inform a t ion I f you t hink som e t hing is w rong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 499
stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the engine. Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated. Vehicles without smart key system STEP 1 STEP 2 Turn the engine switch to the "ACC" or "LOCK" position - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 500
immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)* • Low - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 501
. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Warning light Warning light/Details 5 (U.S.A.) Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in: • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; or • The electronic automatic transmission control - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 502
EPS (Electric Power Steering) system. Slip indicator light Indicates a malfunction in: • The Enhanced VSC system; • The TRAC system; • The hill-start assist control system; or • The downhill assist control system (4WD models). Cruise control indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 503
problem, check that the warning light turns off. Warning light Warning light/Details Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*1 Indicates that a door is not fully closed. Low fuel level warning light Indicates that remaining fuel is about 2.2 gal. (8.3 L, 1.8 Imp. gal.) or less Driver's seat - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 504
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Warning light Warning light/Details Low washer fluid warning light (vehicles without multi-information display) Low level of washer fluid Maintenance Required reminder light Indicates that maintenance is required according to the driven distance on the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 505
warning system (→P. 536) Master warning light (vehicles with multi-information display) A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction. Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. 5 →P. 539 When trouble arises - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 506
km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds. *3 *4 *5 : Vehicles without navigation system : Vehicles with navigation system : Refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement" for the maintenance - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 507
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 508
system will work properly.) ● If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are nearby. ● If a radio set particular around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 509
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 510
is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light). Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 511
-information display) The multi-information display shows warnings of system malfunctions or incorrectly performed operations. When a message is shown, perform corrections as indicated in the message. Master warning light The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 512
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f you have a flat t ire Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 513
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the jack STEP 1 Remove the right side deck board. STEP 2 Unhook the tightening strap and remove the pad. After storing the jack, make sure it is securely held by the tightening strap. STEP 3 Loosen Tighten 5 When trouble arises 541 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 514
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the spare tire STEP 1 Open the center deck board and remove the cover. STEP 2 Remove the cover. If it is difficult to remove the cover, you can use the key. STEP 3 Attach the adapter - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 515
firmly tightened. STEP 5 Connect the jack handle and the adapter socket. Turn the jack handle. The tire will be lowered completely to the ground. 5 When trouble arises 543 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 516
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 6 Pull out the spare tire and stand it against the bumper. STEP 7 Remove the holding bracket. 544 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 517
the tires. Wheel chock positions Behind the rear righthand side tire Behind the rear lefthand side tire In front of the front right-hand side tire In front of the front left-hand side tire Flat tire Lefthand side Front Righthand side Lefthand side Rear Righthand side 5 When trouble arises 545 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 518
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 2 Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn). STEP 3 Turn the tire jack portion "A" by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point. 546 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 519
take in an emergency STEP 4 Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground. STEP 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire. When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface. 5 When trouble arises 547 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 520
contact surface. If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, and the tire may come off the vehicle. STEP 2 Disc wheel Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount. Turn the nut washers - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 521
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 3 Lower the vehicle. STEP 4 Firmly tighten each nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration. Tightening torque: 76 ft• lbf (103 N• m, 10.5 kgf• m) 5 When trouble arises 549 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 522
flat tire, jack and all tools STEP 1 Remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse side. Put the flat tire on the ground with the outer side facing up and install the holding bracket. Be careful not to lose the wheel ornament. STEP 2 STEP 3 Turn the spare tire clamp bolt clockwise - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 523
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 524
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 525
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 526
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f t he e ngine w ill not st a r t If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting procedure (→P. 170, 174) or releasing the steering lock (→P. 172, 175), confirm the following points. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 527
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 528
used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can be shifted. STEP 1 STEP 2 Set the parking brake. Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the "ACC" position. Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to ACCESSORY mode. Depress the brake - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 529
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y If you lose your keys/w ireless remote control transmitter - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 530
doors Turning the key rearward unlocks the driver's door. Turning the key once again unlocks the other doors. Changing "ENGINE START STOP" switch modes and starting the engine STEP 1 STEP 2 Shift the shift lever to P and apply the brakes. Touch the Toyota emblem side of the electronic key to the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 531
can be changed each time the switch is pressed. (→P. 171) To start the engine: Press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch within 5 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal depressed. In the event that the "ENGINE START STOP" switch still cannot be operated, contact your Toyota dealer. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 532
t he bat t e r y is discha rge d The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle's battery is discharged. You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 533
of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle. Vehicles with smart key system: Open and close any of the doors with the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. 5 When trouble arises STEP 3 561 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 534
Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Vehicles without smart key system: Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle, and turn the engine switch to the "ON" position, then start the vehicle's engine. Vehicles with smart key system: Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle, and turn the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 535
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 536
nc y I f your ve hicle ove rhe at s If your engine overheats: STEP 1 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning system. Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood. If you see steam: Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides and then - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 537
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 5 Add engine coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emergency if engine coolant is unavailable. (→P. 580) Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 538
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 539
c om e s st uck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow. STEP 1 Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift lever to P. Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 540
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 541
shift lever to N. If the shift lever is shifted to N STEP 3 After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. Stop the engine. STEP 4 If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N STEP 3 Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much as - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 542
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Vehicles with a smart key system: Stop the engine by pressing and holding the "ENGINE START STOP" switch for 3 consecutive seconds or more. Press and hold for 3 seconds or more STEP 5 Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 543
2000 lb. (900 kg)*1 5000 lb. (2000 kg)*2 Overall height Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread Vehicle capacity weight (Occupant + luggage) Trailer Weight Rating (Trailer weight + cargo) 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine *1: *2: Without towing package With towing package 572 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 544
6-1. Specifications Vehicle identification - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 545
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 546
Engine Model Type Bore and stroke Displacement Drive belt tension 1AR-FE 4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline 3.54 × 4.13 in. (90.0 × 105.0 mm) 163.1 cu.in. (2672 cm3) Automatic adjustment 2GR-FE 6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline 3.70 × 3.27 in. (94.0 × 83.0 mm) 210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3) Fuel - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 547
Lubrication system (2.7 L 4-cylinder [1AR-FE] engine) Oil capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference*) Without filter With filter 4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp. qt.) 4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp. qt.) *: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when exchanging. Warm up and turn off the engine - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 548
6-1. Specifications How to read oil container label: The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. 6 Vehicle specifications 577 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 549
6-1. Specifications Lubrication system (3.5 L V6 [2GR-FE] engine) Oil capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference) Without filter With filter 6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.) 6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.) - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 550
6-1. Specifications How to read oil container label: The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. 6 Vehicle specifications 579 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 551
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Do not use plain water alone. 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine Capacity (Reference) 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine Coolant type *: With towing package - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 552
6-1. Specifications Ignition system Spark plug Make Gap 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine DENSO, SK16HR11 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine DENSO FK20HR11 0.043 in. (1.1 mm) NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 553
(4WD models) Oil capacity Oil type Recommended oil viscosity 1.0 qt. (0.9 L, 0.8 Imp. qt.) Hypoid gear oil API GL-5 Above 0°F (-18°C): SAE 90 Below 0°F (-18°C): SAE 80W or 80W-90 Automatic transaxle 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine 6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.) 3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine 2WD models - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 554
Transfer (4WD models) Oil capacity Oil type Recommended oil viscosity 1.0 qt. (0.9 L, 0.8 Imp. qt.) Hypoid gear oil API GL-5 Above 0°F (-18°C): SAE 90 Below 0°F (-18°C): SAE 80W or 80W-90 Brakes Pedal clearance*1 Pedal free play Brake pad wear limit Parking brake lining wear limit Parking brake - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 555
Type A Tire size P245/65R17 105S Driving under normal conditions Front: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) Spare: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) Driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h) (in countries where such speeds are permitted by law - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 556
6-1. Specifications Type B Tire size P245/55R19 103S Driving under normal conditions Front: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) Spare: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) Driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h) (in countries where such speeds are - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 557
Light bulbs Light Bulbs Headlights High beam Low beam Parking, front side marker and front turn signal lights Fog lights* Exterior Rear turn signal lights Back-up lights Stop/tail and rear side marker lights License plate lights Outer foot lights* Vanity lights Personal/interior lights (front - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 558
87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage. At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 559
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 560
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 561
6 -1 . Spe c ific a t ions T ire infor m at ion Typical tire symbols Tire size DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) Uniform tire quality grading (→P. 593) (→P. 592) For details, see "Uniform tire quality grading" that follows. Location of treadwear indicators (→P. 478) 590 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 562
directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure. Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure Maximum cold tire inflation pressure This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated. (→P. 482) (→P. 584) (→P. 483) Summer - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 563
6-1. Specifications Typical DOT and tire identification number (TIN) DOT symbol* Tire Identification (TIN) Number Tire manufacturer's identification mark Tire size code Manufacturer's optional type code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing week Manufacturing year *: The DOT symbol certifies that the - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 564
6-1. Specifications Tire size - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 565
of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 566
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 567
capacity 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 (d) Production options weight Maximum inflation pressure Recommended inflation pressure Accessory weight Curb - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 568
of curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1* below), and dividing by two Production options weight Rim Rim diameter (Wheel diameter) Rim size designation Rim type designation Rim width Vehicle capacity weight (Total load capacity) Vehicle - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 569
parting within the tread, sidewall, or innerliner of the tire extending to cord material A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim system air cavity of the tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire The space - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 570
parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass (a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension requirements Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or innerliner - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 571
parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains the gas 00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 572
seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Number of occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 Vehicle normal load, Number of occupants 2 3 Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 in front 2 in front, 1 in second seat 2 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 573
preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by your Toyota dealer. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer. Item Function Speed-detecting automatic door lock function Opening driver's door unlocks all - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 574
Item Function Wireless remote control Default setting On Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps Customized setting Off All doors unlocked in one step Unlocking operation Automatic door lock function to be activated if door is not opened after being unlocked - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 575
headlights automatically turn off after doors are closed Default setting Level 3 Customized setting Level 1 to 5 0 seconds 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds -2 (darker) to 2 (brighter) Automatic light control system (→P. 200) Ambient light level at which instrument illumination begins to dim - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 576
Operation when the doors are unlocked using the door lock function Time period before lights turn off Lighting control Default setting Customized setting On Off Outer foot lights (if equipped) (→P. 396) On Off On Off 15 seconds On 7.5 seconds 30 seconds Off 6 Vehicle specifications - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 577
must be initialized for normal system operation in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on the vehicle. Item Power back door When to initialize • After reconnecting or changing the battery • After changing a fuse • When changing the tire inflation pressure by - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 578
receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 579
for Canadian ow ners (in French) The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions extracted from the seat belt section in this manual. See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions in English. Utilisation correcte des ceintures de sécurité ● Tendez la sangle - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 580
Entretien et soin - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 581
ow ners (in French) The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions extracted from the SRS airbag section in this manual. See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instructions in English. Sacs de sécurité gonflables frontaux Sac de sécurité gonflable conducteur - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 582
Sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux et rideau Sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux Participent - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 583
é gonflables frontaux Contacteur de boucle de ceinture de sécurité passager avant Capteurs de sacs de sécurité gonflables rideau Témoins indicateurs "AIR BAG ON" et "AIR BAG OFF" Témoin d'alerte SRS Sac de sécurité gonflable conducteur Capteur de la position du siège conducteur Contacteur de boucle - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 584
Votre véhicule est équipé de SACS DE SÉCURITÉ GONFLABLES INTELLIGENTS (ADVANCED AIRBAGS) conçus selon les normes de sécurité américaines applicables aux véhicules - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 585
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 586
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 587
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 588
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 589
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 590
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 591
4 Wheel Drive Air Conditioning Anti-lock Brake System Accessory Artificial Intelligence Shift control Automatic Locking Retractor Child Restraint System Downhill Assist Control Display Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Electric Power Steering Gross Axle Weight - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 592
Abbreviation list ABBREVIATIONS OBD SRS TIN TPMS TRAC TWR VIN VSC MEANING On Board Diagnostics Supplemental Restraint System Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Trailer Weight Rating Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control 623 - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 593
flat tire A tire punctures P. 554 If the engine will not start The engine does not start P. 113 Engine immobilizer system P. 560 If the battery is discharged The battery is discharged The doors cannot be locked P. 54 P. 60 Side doors Back door The horn begins to sound P. 116 Alarm The - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 594
What to do if... A warning light or indicator light comes on P. 528 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 595
to do if... ABS warning light or P. 529 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light P. 531 Tire pressure warning light P. 531 Cruise control indicator light* P. 529 Electric power steering warning light P. 529 Slip indicator light P. 529 *: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction - 2012 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 596
with an Octane Rating Fuel type of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference) P. 584 P. 576 Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent Oil grade: P. 576 ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended oil viscosity: 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE