check engine light TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2008 XU40 / 2.G User Guide

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■When to replace your vehicle's tires
Tires should be replaced if:
●You have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to
expose the fabric or bulges indicating internal damage
●A tire goes flat repeatedly or c
annot be properly repaired due to the
size or location of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.
■Tire life
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even
if they have seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.
■If the tread wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm) on snow tires
The effectiveness of snow tires is lost.
■If the tire pressure warning reset switch is pressed while the vehi-
cle is moving
Initialization will not be performed. Be fore performing initialization, stop
the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. ( P. 435)
■If you push the tire pressure reset switch accidentally
If initialization is performed, adjust t he tire inflation pressure to the speci-
fied level and initialize the system again.
■When the initialization of the tire pressure warning system has
failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the follow-
ing cases, the settings have not b een recorded and the system will not
operate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure
settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pres-
sure warning light does not flash.
●After driving for a certain period of time since the initialization has
been completed, the warning light flashes.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Low washer fluid warning
light (vehicles without
multi-information display)
Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.
(U.S.A.) Engine oil replacement
reminder light (vehicles
without multi-information
display)
Illuminates for about 3 sec-
onds and then flashes for
about 12 seconds: Indicates
that the engine oil is sched-
uled to be changed.
Check and the engine oil,
and change if necessary.
Comes on and remains:
Indicates that the engine oil
should be changed. Check and change the
engine oil.
Tire pressure warning
light
Indicates low tire
pressure. Adjust the tire pressure.
When the light stays on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Indicates a malfunction in
the tire pressure warning
system. Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Master warning light
(vehicles with multi-infor-
mation display)
A buzzer sounds and the
warning light comes on
and flashes to indicate that
the master warning system
has detected a malfunc-
tion. P. 498
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system may become inoperative in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition be
comes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered.
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
●If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is
put in the trunk.
●If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used.
●If tire chains are used.
●If the spare tire (except compact spare tire) is in a location subject to
poor radio wave signal reception.
●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-
quently when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is
set at ON, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
Even if you use genuine wheels, the tire pressure warning system may
not work properly with some types of tires.
Pushing the tire pressure reset switch should not turn off the tire pres-
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACC mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 516)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ When the battery is removed or discharge
●The power back door must be initialized ( P. 71)
● The tire inflation pressure warning system must be initialized. ( P. 435)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system: Open and close any of the
doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch to
ON, then start the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP2
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Rear differential (4WD models)
Spark plug
Make
Gap
DENSO FK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes
after the engine and all the lights are
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity1.0 qt. (0.9 L, 0.8 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosityAbove 0
F (-18 C): SAE 90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE 80W or 80W-90

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Alphabetical index
Battery
Checking .............................. 430
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 516
Preparing and checking before
winter ................................. 224
Bluetooth
............................... 328
Bottle holder ............................ 366
Brakes
Fluid...................................... 428
Parking brake ....................... 176
Brake assist ............................. 207
Break-in tips ............................ 157
Care Exterior ................................. 398
Interior .................................. 401
Seat belts ............................. 402
Cargo capacity ........................ 223
Cargo hooks ............................ 382
CD changer .............................. 274
CD player ................................. 274
Chains ...................................... 224
Child restraint system (CRS) Booster seats, definition ....... 140
Booster seats, installation .... 144
Convertible seats, definition............................. 140
Convertible seats, installation .......................... 144
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......... 134
Infant seats, definition .......... 140
Infant seats, installation ........ 144
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ........................ 150
Installing CRS with seat
belts ................................... 146
Installing CRS with top straps ................................. 151 Child safety
Airbag precautions ................129
Battery precautions .......431, 518
Child restraint system............140
Child-protectors .......................66
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................93
Installing child restraints ........144
Moon roof precautions ..........105
Power window lock switch.....101
Power window precautions ...102
Removed key battery
precautions .........................454
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................95
Seat belt precautions ..............94
Seat heater precautions ........379
Child-protectors .........................66
Cleaning Exterior ..................................398
Interior ...................................401
Seat belts ..............................402
Clock .................................183, 373
Compass ...................................393
Condenser ................................428
Console box .............................359
Conversation mirror ................374
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............520
Cruise control...........................200
Cup holders ..............................362
Curtain shield airbags .............122
Customizable features.............554
Daytime running light system ....................................194
Defogger
Rear window .........................261
Side mirrors ...........................261
Dimension.................................526
Dinghy towing ..........................238
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DisplayTrip information ..................... 183
Warning message ................. 498
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 410
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 355
Wattage ................................. 538
Doors
Door glasses ......................... 101
Door lock ..................... 32, 53, 64
Side mirrors .............................99
Downhill assist control system .................................... 213
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 492
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 157
Correct posture ..................... 120
Procedures ............................ 156
Winter driving tips.................. 224
DVD player ................................ 302
Electric power steering (EPS) ....................................... 209
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......................... 514
Emergency, in case of
If the back door opener is inoperative ............................70
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.................. 514
If the engine will not start ...... 510
If the shift lever cannot be shifted ................................. 512
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................. 516
If the warning buzzer sounds... ............................ 489
If the warning light turns
on ........................................ 489 If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 498
If you have a flat tire ............. 499
If you lose your keys/ wireless remote control
transmitter........................... 513
If you think something is wrong .................................. 485
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 523
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 478
If your vehicle overheats ....... 520
Engine
Compartment ........................ 419
“ENGINE START STOP” switch (ignition switch) ........ 164
Engine switch (ignition switch) ................... 168
Hood ..................................... 414
How to start the
engine ......................... 165, 168
Identification number............. 527
If the engine will not start ...... 510
Ignition switch (“ENGINE START STOP” switch)........ 164
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 168
Overheating .......................... 520
Engine compartment cover .... 420
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 530
Checking ............................... 426
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 224
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 177
Engine immobilizer system .... 110
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Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 529
Checking .............................. 421
Preparing and checking before winter ................................. 224
Engine oil maintenance data ........................................ 424
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch (ignition switch) ........ 164
Engine switch (ignition switch) .................... 168
Enhanced vehicle stability
control (Enhanced VSC) ....... 207
EPS (Electric power steering)................................. 207
Event data recorder ................ 487
Floor mat .................................. 381
Fluid Brake .................................... 428
Washer ................................. 432
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 466
Switch ................................... 196
Wattage ................................ 538
Front automatic air conditioning system ............. 247
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 466
Switch ................................... 196
Wattage ................................ 538
Front manual air conditioning system ................................... 242
Front passenger occupant
classification system............ 134
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ........................ 492
Front seats Adjustment ............................. 75
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 466
Switch ................................... 192
Wattage ................................ 538 Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............466
Wattage .................................538
Fuel Capacity ................................528
Fuel gauge ............................177
Fuel pump shut off system ....486
Gas station information .........576
Information ............................539
Refueling ...............................106
Type ......................................528
Fuel door (fuel filler door) .......106
Fuel filler door (fuel door) .......106
Fuel pump shut off system .....486
Fuses.........................................455
Garage door opener.................388
Gas station information...........576
Gauges ......................................177
Glove box..................................359
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................324
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................87
Headlights Replacing light bulbs .............466
Switch....................................192
Wattage .................................538
Heaters
Seat heaters ..........................378
Side mirror.............................261
Hood ..........................................414
Hooks
Cargo hook............................382
Shopping bag ........................382
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Alphabetical index
Tire information
Glossary ............................... 548
Size ...................................... 545
Tire identification number ..... 544
Uniform tire quality
grading ............................... 546
Tires Chains .................................. 224
Checking .............................. 433
If you have a flat tire ............. 499
Inflation pressure .................. 443
Information ........................... 542
Replacing ............................. 499
Rotating tires ........................ 433
Size ...................................... 534
Snow tires............................. 224
Tire pressure warning
system........................ 433, 492
Tools......................................... 499
Total load capacity .................. 223
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 238
Emergency towing ................ 479
Trailer towing ........................ 228
Traction control (TRAC) ......... 209
TRAC (Traction control) ......... 209
Trip information....................... 183
Trip meter................................. 177
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 466
Switch ................................... 175
Wattage ................................ 538
Valet key..................................... 30
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 372
Wattage ................................ 538
Vanity mirrors .......................... 372
Vehicle identification number................................... 527 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................489
Open door .............................492
Seat belt reminder .................492
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................490
Brake assist system ..............490
Brake system ........................489
Charging system .... ...............490
Electric power steering
system ................................490
Electronic engine control system ................................490
Engine oil pressure ...............490
Malfunction indicator lamp ....490
Master warning light ..............492
Open door .............................492
Pretensioners ........................490
Seat belt reminder light .........492
SRS airbags ..........................490
Tire pressure warning light ....492
Warning messages ..................498
Washer
Checking ...............................432
Preparing and checking before winter .......................224
Switch............................197, 199
Washing and waxing ...............398
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................219
Load limits .............................223
Weight ...................................526
Wheels ......................................447
Window glasses ......................101
Window lock switch .................101
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