2013 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual
2013 Toyota Highlander Manual
2013 Toyota Highlander manual content summary:
- 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 1
CONTENTS 1 Before driving Information on the hybrid system and 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 2
after turning off the hybrid system Approximately five hours after the hybrid system 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, spare parts and - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 3
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 a mobile two-way radio system. High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 4
with several sophisticated computers that will record certain data, such as: • Engine speed • Electric motor speed (traction motor speed) • Accelerator status • Brake status • Vehicle speed • Shift position • Hybrid battery (traction battery) status The recorded data varies according to the vehicle - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 5
systems in your vehicle were operating; Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 6
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle. Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 7
CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 8
CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 9
Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if the warning is the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens). 32 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 10
of your vehicle, and operate with care. The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions. Gasoline engine Front electric motor (traction motor) Rear electric motor - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 11
1-1. Hybrid system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 12
1-1. Hybrid system ● If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. When vehicle at least once a month, and operate the accessories only when the "READY" indicator is on. When parking the vehicle, make sure the doors is closed and all lights are turned off. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 13
1-1. Hybrid system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 14
1-1. Hybrid system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 15
1-1. Hybrid system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 16
1-1. Hybrid system Navigation system screen When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine Multi-information display When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery) When there - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 17
1-1. Hybrid system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 18
1-1. Hybrid system Hybrid warning message A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions. (→P. 577) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 19
1-1. Hybrid system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 20
1-1. Hybrid system CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 21
1-1. Hybrid system NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 22
(→P. 48) • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 61) • Mechanical keys Key number plate 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 23
1-2. Key information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 24
key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should always carry the electronic key.) Electronic key Electronic key Electronic key Electronic key Locks and unlocks the doors (→P. 49) Starts and stops the hybrid system (→P. 183) Opens the glass hatch (→P. 50) Locks and unlocks the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 25
Front door handles Grip the driver's door handle to unlock the door. Grip the passenger's door handle to unlock all the doors.* Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle. The door cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the door is locked. *: The door unlock settings can be changed - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 26
electronic key on your person, the back door can be opened even if it is locked. Lock the back door again when you leave the vehicle. The back door will not lock automatically after it has been opened and then closed. Press the button to lock the door. Opening the glass hatch (if equipped) Press - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 27
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors Antenna location and effective range - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 28
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 29
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 30
three times Interior: Pings once Exterior: Beeps twice Interior: Pings once To prevent unintended triggering of the alarm, unlock the doors using the wireless remote control and open and close a door once after the settings have been changed. (If a door is not opened within 60 seconds after is - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 31
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 32
to start the hybrid system 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 the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically be locked after approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 33
was in ACCESSORY mode.) Turned the "POWER" switch OFF while the driver's door was open. Correction procedure Retrieve the electronic key from the passenger compartment and lock the doors again. Retrieve the electronic key and close the glass hatch. 1 Before driving Exterior alarm sounds once - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 34
the vehicle and closed the door when the "POWER" switch was in ON or ACCESSORY mode. Start the hybrid system with the electronic key present. Interior alarm beeps once and exterior alarm sounds 3 times.* Turn the "POWER" switch OFF and close the driver's door again. Bring the electronic key - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 35
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 36
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 37
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. 1 Before driving Pushing and holding: Opens and closes the power back door Pushing and holding: Opens the glass - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 38
The glass hatch can be opened only when the back door is closed. Vehicles with smart key system 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 the power back - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 39
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 40
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 41
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 42
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 43
1 -3 . 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 or door lock switch. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 44
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 45
". All the doors are unlocked when the driver's door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the "POWER" switch off. 1 Before driving To switch between setting and canceling, follow the procedure below: STEP 1 Vehicles without smart key system: Close all the doors and turn the engine switch to - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 46
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors STEP 2 Shift the shift lever to P or N, and press and hold the driver's door lock switch ( or ) for approximately 5 seconds and then release it. The shift lever and switch positions corresponding to the desired function to be set are - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 47
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 48
1 -3 . 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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 49
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 50
, 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 power - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 51
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 52
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 53
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 54
1-3. 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 suddenly shut again after it is opened. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 55
voltage suddenly drops, such as when the "POWER" switch is turned to ON mode or the hybrid system is started during automatic operation ● Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota parts to the back door. The power back door may not operate, causing itself to malfunction, or the back - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 56
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 57
Gla ss hat ch ∗ 1 -3 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors The glass hatch can be opened using the glass hatch opener. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 58
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 59
. Doing so may cause hands to be caught or the glass hatch damper 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 suddenly shut again after it is - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 60
glass hatch while the rear wiper is switched on. (If the rear wiper is switched on while the glass hatch is opening, the wiper motor drive disc is swinging at the door panel.) ● Do not insert any object in the wiper motor drive disc. ● Do not close the glass hatch while the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 61
1 -4 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Front se at s Manual seat (passenger's side only) 1 Before driving Seat position adjustment lever Seatback angle adjustment lever 85 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 62
seat 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) Seat lumbar support adjustment switch (driver - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 63
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 64
1 -4 . 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 65
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 66
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 67
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding down the third seats - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 68
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 69
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 70
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Installing the second center seat - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 71
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 72
Up Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release button Angle adjustment Second seats Up Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release buttons When using - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 73
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 74
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 75
1 -4 . 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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 76
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 77
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 78
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 79
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 80
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 81
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 82
1 -4 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 83
1 -4 . 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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 84
(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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 85
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 86
1 -4 . 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 switch. STEP 1 Select a mirror to adjust. Left Right STEP 2 Adjust the mirror. Up Right Down Left Folding back the mirrors Push backward to fold - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 87
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 88
t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Pow e r w indow 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)* *: Pressing the switch in the opposite direction will stop window travel - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 89
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 90
power window switch in the one-touch opening position. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has opened completely. STEP 3 Hold the power to close but then re-open slightly even after performing the above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 91
M oon roof ∗ 1 -5 . Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 92
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 93
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 94
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 95
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 96
1 -6 . Re fue ling Ope ning t he fue l t a nk c a p The fuel tank of your vehicle has a special structure, which requires a reduction in fuel tank pressure before refueling. After the opener switch has been pressed, it will take several seconds until the vehicle is ready for refueling. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 97
1-6. Refueling STEP 2 Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open. 1 Before driving 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. 121 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 98
1-6. Refueling - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 99
1-6. Refueling CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 100
1-6. Refueling NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 101
in transponder chips that prevent the hybrid system from starting if the key system or 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 system is operating. The indicator light - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 102
the engine switch to indicate that the system has been canceled. Vehicles with smart key system: The indicator light flashes after the "POWER" switch has been turned OFF to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the "POWER" switch has been turned to ACCESSORY - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 103
the engine switch to indicate that the system has been canceled. Vehicles with smart key system: The indicator light flashes after the "POWER" switch has been turned OFF to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the "POWER" switch has been turned to ACCESSORY - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 104
1-7. Theft deterrent system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 105
Ala r m ∗ 1 -7 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forcible entry is detected. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 106
and hood, and lock all doors. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds. The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is set. Vehicles with a navigation system Close the doors, glass hatch and hood, and lock all doors. The system will be set automatically after - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 107
1-7. Theft deterrent system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 108
1-7. Theft deterrent system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 109
1 -7 . 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. 1 Before driving 133 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 110
the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached and easily depressed to the extent required. (→P. 85) 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 your - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 111
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 112
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 primarily the head of occupants in the outer - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 113
"AIR BAG ON" and "AIR BAG OFF" indicator lights SRS warning light Driver airbag Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters 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) 137 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 114
controls airbag deployment based on information obtained from the sensors etc. shown in the system components diagram above. This information includes crash severity and occupant information. As the airbags deploy, a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 115
1-8. Safety information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 116
1-8. Safety information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 117
1-8. Safety information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 118
1-8. Safety information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 119
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 120
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 121
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 122
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 123
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 124
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 front passenger. Vehicles without a Display Audio system or navigation system Vehicles with a Display Audio - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 125
1-8. Safety information Vehicles with a navigation system 1 Before driving SRS warning light "AIR BAG OFF" indicator light "AIR BAG ON" indicator light Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 149 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 126
1-8. Safety information Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant classification system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 127
1-8. Safety information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 128
*4: 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. 156) *5: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual as for installing the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 129
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 130
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 131
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. 159 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 132
1-8. 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 Forward facing ⎯ Convertible seat Booster seat 156 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 133
1-8. Safety information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 134
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 135
) 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 136
1-8. Safety information Second seat: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) Anchor brackets are provided for the second seats. 160 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 137
1-8. Safety information Installation with LATCH system STEP 1 Fold the seatback while pulling the lower straps onto the 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 138
1-8. Safety information Type B STEP 2 Latch the buckles LATCH anchors. 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 139
1-8. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 140
1-8. 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 141
1-8. Safety information STEP 4 While pushing the child seat into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place. 1 After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 142
1-8. 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 143
1-8. Safety information STEP 2 Outer seat: Open the anchor bracket 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 144
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 145
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 146
1-8. Safety information 170 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 147
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Driving t he ve hicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 148
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 149
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 150
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 151
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 152
. ● Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the hybrid system. Engine braking is not available with the hybrid system disengaged. ● During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 153
highspeed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 154
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ● Avoid 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 result in a fire if combustible material is nearby. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 155
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 156
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 157
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 158
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Pow er (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ith smart key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes "POWER" switch modes. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 159
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 160
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 161
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 162
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 163
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ithout smart key system) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 164
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 165
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 166
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 167
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s EV-Drive M ode In EV-Drive Mode the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), is used to drive the vehicle. On/off When EV-Drive Mode is turned on, the EV-Drive Mode indicator will come - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 168
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 169
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Tra nsm ission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 170
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 171
2-1. Driving procedures - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 172
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. 2 Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The left hand signal will flash until you release the lever. When driving - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 173
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 174
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s H or n To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. 2 When driving - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 175
. Power meter Displays the instantaneous output from the hybrid system in approximate kilowatts. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Odometer/trip meter - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 176
was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently. 2 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 177
nst rum e nt c lust e r Indicators and w arning lights 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 Center panel (vehicles without a Display Audio system or navigation system) 202 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 178
2-2. Instrument cluster Center panel (vehicles with a Display Audio system) 2 When driving Center panel (vehicles with a navigation system) 203 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 179
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 180
performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system 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. *4: The light flashes to indicate that the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 181
the hybrid system 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 a navigation system *3: Vehicles with a navigation system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 182
the driver with a variety of driving-related data, including the current outside temperature and clock. Clock (→ P. 211) (→P. 208) Indicates and sets the time. ● Trip information Displays cruising range, fuel consumption and other cruising-related information. ● Automatic air conditioning system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 183
2-2. Instrument cluster ● Warning messages (→P. 577) Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle's systems. Trip information Push the "DISP" button on the steering wheel to display trip information. Display items can be switched by pressing the "DISP" button. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 184
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 185
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 186
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 187
and hold the "DISP" button on the steering wheel until the display changes. Press the "DISP" button on the steering wheel to select "BLACK" or "BLUE". After selecting a background color, wait 5 seconds to allow the color to be automatically input. STEP 2 ● Setting the brightness STEP 1 Select - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 188
Setting the contrast STEP 1 Select "CONTRAST" on the menu screen. Press and hold the "DISP" button on the steering wheel until the display changes. Press the "DISP" button on the steering wheel to adjust the contrast. +: Strengthen -: Weaken After adjusting the contrast, wait 5 seconds to allow the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 189
Returning to the previous screen Select "RETURN" on the menu screen. Press and hold the "DISP" button on the steering wheel until the display changes. Setting up the rear view monitor display STEP 1 Display the set up screen on the multi-information display when the vehicle is stopped and the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 190
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 191
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 192
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 193
headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Type A Vehicles with daytime running light system: The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above turn on - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 194
wipers Type B The headlights, parking lights and daytime running lights turn on and off automatically. (Vehicles without smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to the "ON" position. Vehicles with smart key system: When the "POWER" switch is turned to ON mode.) The side marker, parking - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 195
listed above turn on. The (if equipped) parking headlights, lights and daytime running lights turn on and off automatically. (Vehicles without smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to the "ON" position. Vehicles with smart key system: When the "POWER" switch is turned to ON mode.) 220 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 196
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 197
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 198
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 199
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 224 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 200
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Off Front fog lights on 2 When driving 225 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 201
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 202
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 203
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 204
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 operation Washer/wiper operation dual 2 dual - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 205
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 206
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 207
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 208
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 209
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 210
to the "Display Audio System Owner's Manual". Vehicles with a navigation system Refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Vehicles without a Display Audio system or navigation system The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying an image of the area behind the vehicle. The - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 211
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 212
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 213
2-4. Using other driving systems NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 214
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 heavily when operating the vehicle - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 215
been engaged. The slip indicator light flashes when ABS is operating. To disable TRAC and/or VSC If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may reduce power from the hybrid system to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 216
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 217
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 218
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 219
the vehicle from rolling backwards when starting on an incline or slippery slope. To engage hill-start assist control, further depress the brake pedal when the vehicle is stopped completely. A buzzer will sound once to indicate the system is activated. The slip indicator will also start flashing. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 220
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 221
vehicle class, which has higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its center of gravity. Utility vehicle feature ● Specific design characteristics give it a higher center of gravity than ordinary passenger cars. This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 222
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 223
avoid the areas prohibited to vehicles. ● Drive your vehicle only in areas where off- before entering private property. ● Do not enter areas that are closed. Honor gates, barriers and roads. When conditions are wet, driving techniques should be changed or travel delayed to prevent damage to roads. ● - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 224
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 225
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 226
helps maintain vehicle balance. ● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight. 2 When driving 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 227
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Calculation formula for your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight) (→P. 610) When 2 people with the combined - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 228
an amount that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on your vehicle. CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 229
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 230
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 231
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 232
2-5. Driving information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 233
2-5. Driving information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 234
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 235
adverse impact on handling, performance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. For your safety and braking performance are affected by trailer stability, brake performance and setting, trailer brakes, the hitch and hitch systems dealer for further information about additional requirements such - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 236
2-5. Driving information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 237
2-5. Driving information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 238
2-5. Driving information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 239
axle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR indicated on the Certification Label. ● If the gross trailer weight is over the unbraked TWR, trailer service brakes are required. ● If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lb. (907 kg), a sway control device with sufficient capacity is required - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 240
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 241
to the following 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 The gross trailer weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight can be - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 242
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 conforms to the gross trailer weight requirement of your - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 243
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 ball size. Trailer class IV II and III I Typical trailer - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 244
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. 269 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 245
your trailer owner's manual, whichever is lowest the trailer lights, tires area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the feel of the vehicle-trailer combination. ● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires trailer length. ● Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 246
passing other vehicles. Passing requires considerable distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes. ● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system performance when using engine braking, do not put - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 247
after parking on a slope: STEP 1 With the transmission in P, start the hybrid system. Be sure to keep the brake pedal depressed. Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R. Release the parking brake and also the brake pedal, and slowly pull or back away from the wheel blocks. Stop and - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 248
2-5. Driving information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 249
2-5. Driving information - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 250
in the trailer. Make sure the load has not shifted. Make sure the tongue weight is appropriate, if possible. • Check the load in the vehicle. Make sure is not overloaded after occupants get in. If you cannot find any problems, the speed at which trailer swaying occurred is beyond the limit of - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 251
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 252
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 253
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 254
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 255
3 -1 . U sing t he a ir c ondit 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 on/off switch Air conditioning on/off switch - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 256
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 257
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet Feet and windshield 284 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 258
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 259
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 260
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 261
are automatically adjusted according to the temperature 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 Front passenger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 262
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Multi-information display Airflow display Fan speed display 3 Driver's side temperature setting display Temperature setting display for rear passengers Front passenger's side temperature setting display Interior features 289 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 263
and defogger Using the automatic mode STEP 1 Press . The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. "AUTO" will be displayed on the multi-information display. STEP 2 Turn the temperature control dial - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 264
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 265
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 266
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet and windshield - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 267
and defogger Defogging the windshield Press . The air conditioning system operates automatically. Adjusting the position of and opening 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 268
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 269
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 270
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 297 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 271
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 272
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 273
speed control dial Temperature control dial Off Automatic mode Changes the air outlets used 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 274
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 275
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Feet - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 276
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 277
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 indicator light will come on. The defoggers will automatically turn off after 15 to 60 minutes. The operation time changes according to the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 278
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 279
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 280
steering wheel. Temperature control Off Automatic mode 3 Using the automatic mode Interior features 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 multi-information display. STEP 2 Press "∧" on - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 281
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Audio syst e m t ype s Without Display Audio system or navigation system Type A: CD player and AM/FM radio (with CD changer controller) 308 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 282
3-2. Using the audio system Type B: CD player with changer and AM/FM radio 3 Interior features 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 283
Using the audio system With Display Audio system Owners of models equipped with a Display Audio system should refer to the "Display Audio System Owner's Manual". With navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 310 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 284
3-2. Using the audio system Language settings 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 . (MORE). (LANG). that corresponds to the desired language. 3 For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. "ENG" (English) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 285
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 286
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 287
system CAUTION FCC Warning: Changes person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). NOTE: This equipment has been tested and in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 288
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 289
the frequency (AM, FM mode) or channel (SAT mode) Displaying radio text messages Seeking a frequency AM/FM/SAT mode button Mute Changing the channel category Setting preset buttons Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio) or pressing "∧" STEP 1 Search for desired stations by - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 290
3-2. Using the audio system Scanning radio stations (excluding XM® Satellite Radio) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 291
3-2. Using the audio system XM® Satellite Radio - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 292
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 293
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 294
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 295
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- - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 296
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he CD pla ye r Power Volume Selecting a track Searching playback Displaying text messages Selector buttons CD load (type B only) CD eject 3 Selecting a track/ fast-forwarding and rewinding Interior features Playback Playback/pause Loading CDs - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 297
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 298
3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing tracks To fast-forward or reverse, press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Scanning tracks STEP 1 Press . again. . To cancel, press STEP 2 Press again when the desired track is reached. Selecting a CD (with a CD changer) Interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 299
3-2. Using the audio system Random playback - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 300
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 301
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 302
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 303
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Pla ying ba ck M P3 a nd WM A disc s Power Volume Selecting a file Displaying text Searching playback messages CD load Selector buttons CD eject (type B only) Selecting a file/ fast-forwarding and rewinding Playback Selecting a folder and file Playback/pause - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 304
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 305
3-2. Using the audio system Random playback - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 306
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 307
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 308
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 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.) WMA tags can be added to or WMA format data, only music data can be played. 3 Interior features 335 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 309
audio system ● • To play MP3 file with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. • CD 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 310
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 311
3-2. Using the audio system STEP 2 Press . - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 312
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 313
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 314
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 3 Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Interior features Shuffle playback - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 315
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 316
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 317
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 318
3-2. Using the audio system STEP 2 Press . - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 319
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting and scanning a folder - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 320
3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and rewinding files Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Random playback - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 321
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 322
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 size 11.025, 12 (kHz) • Compatible bit rates (compatible with VBR) MPEG1 AUDIO LAYERII, III: kHz) • Compatible bit rates HIGH PROFILE 32-320 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 323
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 with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of at least 128 kbps and a sampling frequency the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of playback may result. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 324
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 325
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Opt im a l use of t he a udio syst e m Selector buttons Adjusting the sound quality and ASL Menu button Using the audio control function - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 326
3-2. Using the audio system Mode displayed BASS MID TREB FADE Sound quality mode Bass* Mid-range* (type B only) Treble* Front/rear volume balance Left/right volume balance Level -5 to 5 -5 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 327
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 328
e m U sing t he AU X por t This 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 3 Vehicles with seat heater Interior features STEP 2 Press . 355 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 329
3-2. Using the audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 330
, refer to the manual provided with the audio system or navigation system. Volume Radio mode: Selects radio stations CD mode: Selects tracks, files (MP3 and WMA) and discs (type C only) iPod mode: Selects songs Interior features 3 USB memory mode: Selects files and folders Bluetooth® audio mode - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 331
the audio source Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source changes as follows each time is pressed. FM→SAT→CD (type A only)→CD changer (with a CD changer) →Bluetooth® Audio→AUX→USB/iPod→AM Adjusting the volume Press "+" on volume. Press and hold to increase the volume and "-" to - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 332
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 333
With navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without Display Audio system or navigation system The Bluetooth® audio system enables you to enjoy music played on a portable digital audio player (portable player) from - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 334
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 335
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 336
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 337
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 to the operation of the Bluetooth® audio system without the need to check the display or operate - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 338
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 and hold Press until "BT AUDIO" is displayed. (SETUP). The introductory guidance and portable player name registration instructions are heard. STEP - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 339
) Menu list of the Bluetooth® audio system Second menu First menu Third menu Pair Audio Players (Pair audio player) Select Audio Player Operation detail Registering a portable player Selecting a portable player to be used Changing the registered name of a portable player Listing the registered - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 340
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 341
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a Blue t oot h ® e na ble d port a ble pla ye r Power Volume Displaying text messages Selector knob Fast-forwarding and reversing Selecting tracks Playback/pause Playback Selecting an album Press "∨" or "∧" on . Selecting tracks - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 342
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: 3 Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name → Track title/Elapsed time - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 343
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: - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 344
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. 365) Selecting a portable player to be used STEP 1 Select "Select Audio Player" using a - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 345
" switch is in either ACCESSORY or ON mode. Vehicles without smart key system: If "From car" is selected, the portable player will be automatically connected whenever the engine switch is in either the "ACC" or "ON" position. Changing the registered name of a portable player STEP 1 STEP 2 Select - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 346
being read aloud selects the portable player, 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" Interior features 3 Changing the passkey STEP 1 STEP - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 347
is read aloud, press the talk switch. 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 delete a mobile phone is heard. STEP 3 Select "Confirm" using a voice command or . - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 348
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 349
should refer to the "Display Audio System Owner's Manual". With navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without Display Audio system or navigation system This system supports Bluetooth®, which allows you to make - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 350
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Title Using the hands-free phone system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 351
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 352
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 353
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 ∗ - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 354
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 355
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 356
system, it is necessary to register a cellular phone in the system. The phone registration mode will be entered automatically when starting the system be registered. , and say a name to be Interior features Voice guidance instruction to confirm the input is heard. STEP 4 Select "Confirm" using a - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 357
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 . A passkey is displayed and heard, and a voice guidance instruction for inputting the passkey into - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 358
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Menu list of the hands-free phone system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 359
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 360
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 361
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 362
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 363
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 3 Dial by one of the following methods: a. Press the off-hook switch. b. Press the talk switch and say "Dial". c. Select "Dial" - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 364
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) When receiving a phone call - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 365
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" or "Go back" until the desired number is displayed. b. Select - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 366
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 function can be used for registered cellular phones: - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 367
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Selecting a cellular phone to be used STEP 1 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 command or . STEP 2 Select the name - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 368
listing is complete, the system returns to "Phone Setup". Pressing the talk switch while the name of a cellular phone is being read selects the cellular phone, and the following functions will be available Selecting a cellularphone: "Select Phone" Changing a registered name: "Change Name" Deleting - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 369
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Deleting a cellular phone STEP 1 STEP phones". While the name of the desired cellular phone is being read aloud, press the talk switch. Changing the passkey STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Set Passkey" using a voice command or . Press the talk - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 370
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Turning the hands-free phone automatic connection on/off - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 371
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: - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 372
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 373
3-4. Using the hands-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. STEP 1 Select " - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 374
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 375
number 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Add Entry" ● Setting speed dials 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Speed Dial (Set speed dial)" ● Changing a registered name 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Change Name" ● Deleting registered data 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Delete Entry" ● Deleting speed dials 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Delete Speed Dial - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 376
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 2 Use one of the following methods to the data from the cellular phone. Refer to the manual that comes with the cellular phone for the details of transferring data. Interior features STEP2-3 Select the data to be registered by - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 377
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 378
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 3 Select the name to be Set speed dial)" instead of "Confirm" registers the newly added phone number as a speed dial. Interior features Setting speed dials STEP 1 Select "Speed Dial (Set speed dial)" using a voice command or . - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 379
phone system (for cellular phone) STEP 3 Select a desired preset button, and register the data into speed dial by either of the following methods: a. Press the desired preset button, and select "Confirm" using a voice command or . b. Press and hold the desired preset button. Changing a registered - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 380
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Deleting registered data STEP 1 STEP 2 the desired phone number is being read aloud, press the talk switch. Deleting speed dials 3 Interior features STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Delete Speed Dial" using a voice command or . Press the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 381
be read aloud. When listing is complete, the system returns to "Phonebook". Pressing the talk switch while the desired data is being read aloud selects the data, and the following function will be available Dialing: "Dial" Changing a registered name: "Change Name" Deleting an entry: "Delete Entry - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 382
"Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without navigation system The rear seat entertainment system is designed for the rear passengers to enjoy audio and DVD video separately from the front audio system. 3 Interior features Display Headphone volume control dials and headphone jacks DVD player Rear - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 383
the rear audio system Opening and closing the display Press the lock release button to open the display. Pull seat entertainment system is not turned off. Loading a disc Insert the disc into the slot with the label side up. The "DISC" indicator light turns on while the disc is loaded. The player - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 384
3-5. Using the rear audio system Ejecting a disc Press and remove the disc. Headphone jacks 3 To use the headphones, connect them to the jack. To adjust the volume rear of the vehicle to increase the volume. Turn it toward the front of the vehicle to decrease the volume. Interior features 411 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 385
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 386
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 387
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 388
3-5. Using the rear audio system NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 389
3 -5 . U sing t he re a r a udio syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (DV D vide o) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 390
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 391
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 392
audio system Turning the operation of the title selection screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. Turning on the menu screen Press or select to screen. For the operation of the menu screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. Searching for a title Press or select to display the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 393
3-5. Using the rear audio system Changing the subtitle language Press or select to display the subtitle language screen. Each time is pressed or is selected, another language stored on the disc is selected. Select to return to the previous screen. Changing the audio language Press or select to - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 394
3-5. Using the rear audio system Changing the angle Press or select to display the screen to change the angle. Each time is pressed or is selected, the angle changes. Select to return to the previous screen. 3 Interior features 421 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 395
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 396
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 397
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 398
3 -5 . U sing t he re a r a udio syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (vide o CD) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 399
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 400
3-5. Using the rear audio system Selecting a disc menu number Select to display the disc menu number search screen. or to input it. Select the disc menu number, and press Select to return to the previous screen. 3 Interior features 427 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 401
3 -5 . U sing t he re a r a udio syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (a udio CD/CD t ex t ) Using the control screen, press or to display the control screen. Repeat play Random playback Search playback - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 402
3 -5 . U sing t he re a r a udio syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (M P3 disc s) - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 403
3-5. Using the rear audio system Search playback - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 404
U sing t he re a r a udio syst e m U sing t he vide o m ode The rear seat entertainment system plays videos and sound when audio-video equipment is connected to the A/V input port. STEP 1 Open the cover, and connect the audio source to the A/V input port. The A/V input port is composed of 3 input - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 405
ing Press display screen. or select the initial to setting The following initialization can be changed here. ● "Audio Language" ● "Subtitle Language" ● "DVD Language" ● "Angle Mark" ● "Parental Lock" Changing the audio language Select "Audio Language". Select the language you want to hear, and - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 406
3-5. Using the rear audio system Changing the subtitle language Select "Subtitle Language". Select the language you want to code. (→P. 436) Select a number, and press or to input it. 3 Interior features If a code that is not in the list is entered, "Incorrect Code" will appear on the screen. 433 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 407
3-5. Using the rear audio system Changing the DVD language Select "DVD Language". Select the language you want to read, and press to input it. or Select "Others" if you cannot find the language you want to - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 408
"Parental Lock". Enter the password and press or . The setting cannot be changed unless the password is entered. If you forget the password, initialize the password. (→P. 436) 3 Select a restriction level (1-8), Interior features and press or . The lower the level number, the stricter the age - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 409
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 410
3-5. Using the rear audio system Code 1821 1825 0901 0905 0911 0914 0919 0923 1001 1009 1023 1101 1111 1112 1113 1114 1119 1121 Kirundi Romanian Kinyarwanda Sanskrit Sindhi Sangho Serbo-Croatian Sinhalese Slovak Slovenian Samoan Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho 3 Interior features 437 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 411
3-5. Using the rear audio system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 412
the doors or glass hatch (if equipped) are opened/closed, "POWER" switch mode and engine switch position. 3 Interior features Outer foot lights (if equipped) Personal/interior lights (→P. 440) Engine switch light Front door courtesy light Personal/interior light (→P. 440) Interior light (→P. 441 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 413
hatch (if equipped) is opened. They turn off when the doors and glass hatch are closed. On The personal/interior lights and interior light cannot be individually turned off. Personal/interior lights Front On/off The illuminated entry system is activated even if the light is turned off when the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 414
even if the light is turned off when the personal/interior light main switch is in door position. Interior light Rear On Door position The illuminated entry system is activated even if the light is turned off when the personal/interior light main switch is in door position. 3 Interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 415
3 -7 . U sing t he st ora ge fe a t ure s List of st ora ge fe at ure s Auxiliary boxes Overhead console Glove box Bottle holders Cup holders Side table Console box 442 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 416
3-7. Using the storage features Glove box CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 417
3-7. Using the storage features Glove box and console box CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 418
3-7. 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. 3 CAUTION Interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 419
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders Cup holders Front (type A) Front (type B) Lift the lid. Console box Pull out the cup holder. 446 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 420
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders Side table Install the side table before using the cup holder. (→P. 453) Removing the adapters changes the size. (→P. 448) Rear Removing the adapters changes the size. (→P. 448) 3 Interior features 447 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 421
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 422
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 423
3-7. Using the storage features Bottle holders Bottle holders Front Rear CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 424
3-7. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Auxiliary boxes Type A Pull up the lever. Type B (if equipped) Lift the lid. 3 Interior features 451 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 425
3-7. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Type C Lift the lid. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 426
3-7. Using the storage features Side table Side table - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 427
3-7. 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. 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 securely - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 428
3 -8 . 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. 3 Interior features 455 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 429
3 -8 . 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. NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 430
3 -8 . 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 431
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Pow e r out le t 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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 432
3-8. Other interior features Type C Type D 3 Interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 433
3-8. Other interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 434
3-8. Other interior features NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 435
3 -8 . 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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 436
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 437
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Ar m re st s Pull the armrest down for use. NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 438
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Assist grips (folding t ype ) An assist grip installed on the ceiling can be used to support your body while sitting on the seat. CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 439
from those shown in the illustration. For details, refer to the floor mat retention clip installation instructions supplied with the clips. 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 440
3 -8 . 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 441
3-8. Other interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 442
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, and security systems, and other devices. The garage door opener method below appropriate for the device. Indicator Interior features 3 Buttons - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 443
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 newly programmed button. the the STEP 3 If programming a garage door opener, check to see if the garage door opens and closes. If the garage door - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 444
3-8. Other interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 445
3-8. 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 446
3-8. Other interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 447
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 448
3 -8 . 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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 449
3-8. 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 450
3-8. Other interior features - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 451
3-8. Other interior features NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 452
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. ● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly with water. ● Wipe away any water. ● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 453
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 454
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 455
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: - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 456
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 457
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 458
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 459
" position with the trip meter A reading shown. (→P. 200) STEP 2 While pressing the trip meter reset button, set the engine switch to the "ON" position. Vehicles with smart key system STEP 1 Set the "POWER" switch OFF with the trip meter A reading shown. (→P. 200) STEP 2 While pressing the trip - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 460
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 12-volt battery Brake fluid Engine/power control unit coolant Engine oil Exhaust system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 461
? • 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? Transmission "Park" mechanism Brake pedal Brakes 4 Head restraints Indicators/buzzers Lights Maintenance and care - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 462
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 463
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 464
(for terminal clamp bolts) ⎯ • "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, nonamine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology. For the U.S.A.: "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is pre-mixed with 50% coolant - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 465
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Items Fuses (→P. 535) Parts and tools • Fuse with same amperage rating as original ⎯ Radiator and condenser (→P. 508) Tire inflation pressure (→P. 523) (→P. 510) • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 466
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 467
the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. Be sure the engine switch is in the "LOCK" position when working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille. Vehicles with smart key system: The electric cooling fan may keep rotating for about 3 minutes even after the "POWER - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 468
nc e H ood Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood. STEP 1 Pull the hood release lever. The hood will pop up slightly. STEP 2 Lift the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. STEP 3 Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into either of the slots. 496 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 469
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 470
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m 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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 471
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 472
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Engine c om pa r t m e nt Washer fluid tank (→P. 510) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 509) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 503) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 502) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 505) Power control unit coolant reservoir (→P. 506) Fuse boxes (→P. 535 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 473
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment cover - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 474
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 475
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 476
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 477
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 478
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Power control unit coolant reservoir Reservoir cap "FULL" "LOW" If the level is on or below the "LOW" line, add coolant up to the "FULL" line. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 479
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 480
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Radiator and condenser Check the radiators 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 481
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Brake fluid - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 482
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Washer fluid Add washer fluid in the following situations. ● Any washer does not work. ● The warning message appears on the multi-information display. (→P. 577) CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 483
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e 1 2 -volt bat t e r y - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 484
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 485
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 486
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 487
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 488
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 489
codes must be registered in the tire pressure warning computer and tire pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota dealer. (→P. 517) Registering ID codes The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 490
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 491
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 492
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 493
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 494
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 495
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire inflat ion pre ssure - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 496
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 STEP 4 Read the pressure using the graduations of the gauge. If the 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 497
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 498
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 499
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 500
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 501
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 502
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 5 Remove the filter cover. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 503
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 504
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 505
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 506
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 507
as necessary. STEP 1 Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch OFF. Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the "POWER" switch OFF. Open the fuse box cover. Push the tab in and lift the lid off. STEP 2 Engine compartment (type A) 4 Engine compartment (type B) Push the tab in and - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 508
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment (type C) Push the tab in and lift the lid off. Under the instrument panel Remove the lid. Luggage compartment Remove the terminal cover. STEP 3 After a system failure, see "Fuse layout and amperage ratings" (→P. 539) for details about which - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 509
fuse with the pullout tool. STEP 5 Check if the fuse has blown. 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 A 4 Maintenance and care Type B Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace it with one of an appropriate - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 510
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. Type D Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. 538 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 511
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 512
NO.2, BATT FAN, OIL PMP Hybrid system, PCU, IGCT NO.2 IGCT NO.3, INV W/P A/F, HORN, H-LP RH HI, H-LP LH HI, H-LP RH LO, H-LP LH LO, S-HORN Brake system Electric power steering RR DOOR RH, RR DOOR LH, FR FOG, OBD, A/C W/PMP, STOP, DOOR NO.2, AM1, P/SEAT(PS), A/C NO.1, FUEL OPN, S/ROOF, TAIL, PANEL - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 513
Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system Multiplex communication system Air conditioning system Hybrid system Vanity lights, personal lights, interior light, gauges and meters, door courtesy lights, engine switch light Steering sensor, gauges and meters, main body - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 514
sensor Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 EFI NO.3 F/PMP INJ DEICER FILTER RR DEF MIR HTR PWR OUTLET DOOR NO.1 H-LP RH HI H-LP LH HI H-LP RH LO H-LP LH LO HORN A/F S-HORN 10 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 515
Hybrid system Hybrid system Hybrid system Hybrid system Circuit Type C 4 Maintenance and care Fuse 1 2 3 4 ABS MAIN NO.1 ABS MAIN NO.2 BATT FAN OIL PMP Ampere 10 A 10 A 30 A 10 A Circuit Electronically controlled brake system Electronically controlled brake system Hybrid system Hybrid system - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 516
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 517
14 15 P/SEAT (PS) A/C NO.1 FUEL OPN S/ROOF TAIL Ampere 30 A 10 A 7.5 A 20 A 15 A Power seat Circuit Air conditioning system Fuel filler door opener Electric moon roof Side marker lights, tail lights, license plate lights, fog lights, trailer lights Glove box light, instrument panel lights, switch - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 518
SRS airbag system, hybrid system, electronically controlled brake 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, rear seat entertainment system, interior lights - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 519
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 520
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 521
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 522
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. Low beam High beam - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 523
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 524
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 525
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. Rear turn signal light Stop/tail and rear side marker light Back-up light Remove the light bulb. Rear turn signal light Stop/tail and rear side marker light Back-up light STEP 3 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 526
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 527
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 528
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 556 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 529
e rge ncy fla she rs Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident. Vehicles without a Display Audio system or navigation system Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again. Vehicles with a Display Audio - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 530
5-1. Essential information NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 531
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 The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer before towing. ● The hybrid system is operating, but the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 532
not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances below 18 mph (30 km/h). A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 533
5-1. Essential information CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 534
5-1. Essential information STEP 3 Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 535
5-1. Essential information NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 536
5-1. Essential information NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 537
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 538
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 in red (warning buzzer)* • Low brake fluid • Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 539
in: • The hybrid system; • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; or • The electronic transmission control system. SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; • The front passenger occupant classification system; or • The seat belt - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 540
to take in an emergency Warning light Warning light/Details Brake system warning light in yellow Indicates a malfunction in: • The regenerative brake system; or • The electronically controlled brake system Electric power steering system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 541
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 2.5 gal. (9.8 L, 2.1 lmp. gal.) or less Driver's seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*2 Warns - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 542
minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system (→P. 574) Master warning light 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. 577 When trouble arises 571 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 543
to take in an emergency *1 : Open door warning buzzer: The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]). *2 : Driver's and front passenger's seat belt reminders: The driver's and front passenger - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 544
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 545
, in 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 work properly with some types of tires.) ● If tire chains are used. ● If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 546
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 547
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 548
e ssa ge is displa ye d 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 549
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 550
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. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 551
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 580 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 552
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 socket (for removing a spare tire) to the spare tire clamp bolt. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 553
screw is 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. 582 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 554
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. 5 When trouble arises 583 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 555
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Replacing a flat tire STEP 1 Chock 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 556
in contact with the jack point. 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 557
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Installing the tire STEP 1 Remove any dirt or foreign matter from the wheel 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 558
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 587 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 559
the 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 560
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 561
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 562
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 563
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f t he hybrid syst e m w ill not st a r t Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure: - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 564
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 565
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 "POWER" switch to ACCESSORY mode. Depress the brake pedal. Pry the cover up with a flathead screwdriver or equivalent. STEP - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 566
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 567
rearward unlocks the driver's door. Turning the key once again unlocks the other doors. Starting the hybrid system 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 "POWER" switch. If any of the doors is opened and closed while - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 568
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 3 Press the "POWER" switch within 5 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal depressed. In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact your Toyota dealer. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 569
following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if the vehicle's 12-volt battery is discharged. You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. If you have 1 STEP 2 Open the hood. Remove the fuse box cover and open the exclusive jump starting terminal cover. STEP 3 Connect - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 570
smart key system: Open and close any of the doors with the "POWER" switch OFF. 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 hybrid system. Vehicles with smart key system: Maintain the engine speed - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 571
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 572
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 573
ove rhe at s The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating: ● The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone: The engine may be overheating. ● "Hybrid System Overheat" is shown on the multi-information display: The power control unit may be overheating. Follow - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 574
in an emergency STEP 4 After the hybrid system has cooled down, check the engine coolant level and inspect the cooling system for leaks. If the engine compartment cover needs to be removed. (→P. 501) Engine coolant reservoir Radiator STEP 5 If necessary, add engine coolant up to the "FULL" line - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 575
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 576
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Have the vehicle inspected at your nearest Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 577
uck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow. STEP 1 Stop the hybrid system. 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 other material - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 578
system. 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 possible. Vehicles without a smart key system: Stop the hybrid system by turning the engine switch to the "ACC" position. STEP 4 5 When trouble - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 579
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Vehicles with a smart key system: Stop the hybrid system by pressing and holding the "POWER" switch for 2 consecutive seconds or more. Press and hold for 2 seconds or more STEP 5 Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. CAUTION - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 580
t ions M a int e na nc e dat a (fue l, oil leve l, e t c .) Dimensions and weights Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread Vehicle capacity weight (Occupant + luggage) Trailer Weight Rating (Trailer weight + cargo) 188.8 in. (4795 mm) 75.2 in. (1910 mm) 69.3 in - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 581
6-1. Specifications Vehicle identification - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 582
6-1. Specifications - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 583
6-1. Specifications Engine Model Type Bore and stroke Displacement Drive belt tension 2GR-FXE 6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline 3.70 × 3.27 in. (94.0 × 83.0 mm) 210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3) Automatic adjustment Fuel Fuel type Octane rating Fuel tank capacity (Reference) Unleaded gasoline only 87 ( - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 584
motor (traction motor) Type Maximum output Maximum torque Permanent magnet synchronous motor 50 kW 103 ft• lbf (139 N• m, 14.2 kgf• m) Hybrid battery (traction battery) Type Voltage Capacity Quantity Overall voltage Nickel-Metal hydride battery 9.6 V/module 6.5 Ah (3HR) 30 modules 288 V 614 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 585
⎯ 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.) *: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when exchanging. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 586
in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. • The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 587
6-1. Specifications Cooling system Capacity (Reference) Gasoline engine Power control unit 14.3 qt. (13.5 L, 11.9 Imp. qt.) 2.4 qt. (2.3 L, 2.0 Imp. qt.) Use either of the following. • "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" • Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non- - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 588
6-1. Specifications Ignition system Spark plug Make Gap DENSO FK20HR11 0.043 in. (1.1 mm) NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 589
6-1. Specifications Transaxle Fluid capacity* Front 4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.) Rear 1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.) Toyota Genuine ATF WS Fluid type *: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer. NOTICE - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 590
mm) 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) 8 ⎯ 10 clicks SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 *1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the hybrid system is on. *2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31 kgf) Steering Free play Less than - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 591
6-1. Specifications Tires and wheels Type A Tire size P245/65R17 105S Driving under normal conditions Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 76 ft• lbf (103 N• m, 10.5 kgf• m) Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure) Wheel size Wheel nut torque 6 Vehicle specifications 621 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 592
6-1. Specifications Type B Tire size P245/55R19 103S Driving under normal conditions Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear: 33 psi . 19 × 7 1/2 J 76 ft• lbf (103 N• m, 10.5 kgf• m) Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure) Wheel size Wheel nut torque 622 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 593
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) Interior Personal lights (center) Interior lights (rear) Door courtesy lights A: H11 halogen bulbs - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 594
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 595
6-1. Specifications - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 596
6-1. Specifications - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 597
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. 630) (→P. 629) For details, see "Uniform tire quality grading" that follows. Location of treadwear indicators (→P. - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 598
6-1. Specifications Tire ply composition and materials Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands which form the plies in a tire. Radial tires or bias-ply tires A radial tire has "RADIAL" on the sidewall. A tire not marked with "RADIAL" is a bias-ply tire. TUBELESS or - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 599
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 tire - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 600
6-1. Specifications Tire size - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 601
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. 6 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 602
6-1. Specifications - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 603
are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not) The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment, including the maximum 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 604
previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty 12-volt battery, and special trim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Nominal diameter of the bead seat Rim diameter and - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 605
Tire related term Weather side Meaning The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire The part of the the tire extending to cord material A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the tire is - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 606
on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less. Intended outboard sidewall Light truck (LT) tire Load rating Maximum load rating Maximum permissible inflation pressure Measuring rim Open splice Outer diameter - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 607
the corresponding standard tire The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 608
The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing *: Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Number of occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 Vehicle normal load, Number of - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 609
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 doors - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 610
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 Wireless remote control - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 611
-information display (→P. 207) Daytime running light system (U.S.A. only) On Off Language selection English French Time elapsed before lights turn off Illumination (→P. 439) Operation when the doors are unlocked Operation after the "POWER" switch or the engine switch is turned OFF 15 seconds - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 612
using the wireless remote control, key or entry function 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. 439) On Off On Off 15 seconds On - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 613
be initialized for normal system operation in cases such as after the 12-volt battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on the vehicle. Item Power back door Maintenance data (U.S.A. only) When to initialize • After reconnecting or changing the battery • After changing a fuse After the - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 614
6-3. Initialization 644 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 615
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 616
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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 617
Entretien et soin - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 618
for Canadian 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 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 619
Sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux et rideau Sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux Participent - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 620
Composition du système de sacs de sécurité gonflables Sacs de sécurité gonflables rideau Sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux Sac de sécurité gonflable passager avant Capteurs de sacs de sécurité gonflables latéraux et rideau Capteurs de porte Capteurs de sacs de sécurité gonflables frontaux - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 621
Votre véhicule est équipé d'AIRBAGS INTELLIGENTS conçus selon les normes de sécurité américaines applicables aux véhicules - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 622
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Anti-lock Brake System Automatic Locking Retractor Child Restraint System Display Economy Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Electric Power Steering Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Combination Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission Inspection - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 629
Abbreviation list ABBREVIATIONS VIN VSC MEANING Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control 661 - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 630
hybrid system will not start P. 125 Immobilizer system P. 598 If the 12-volt battery is discharged The shift lever cannot be moved out P. 594 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P The engine is discharged The doors cannot be locked P. 67 P. 72 Side doors Back door The horn begins - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 631
What to do if... A warning light or indicator light comes on P. 567 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 632
What to do if... ABS warning light or P. 568 Tire pressure warning light P. 570 Cruise control indicator light* P. 568 Slip indicator light Electric power steering warning light P. 568 P. 568 *: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction. A warning message is displayed P. 577 If a warning - 2013 Toyota Highlander | Owners Manual - Page 633
lever P. 496 Fuel filler door opener P. 120 Tire inflation pressure P. 621 Fuel tank capacity (Reference) 17.2 gal. (65.0 L, 14.3 Imp. gal.) Unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating Fuel type of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and