TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2008 XU40 / 2.G Owners Manual
Manufacturer: TOYOTA, Model Year: 2008, Model line: HIGHLANDER, Model: TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2008 XU40 / 2.GPages: 577, PDF Size: 11.46 MB
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Oil viscosity
●The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic
of the oil which allows cold startab ility. Oils with a lower value before
the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
● The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its oper-
ating temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited
if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load con-
dition.
Cooling system
*: With towing package
Capacity (Reference) Without rear air conditioning system
9.3 qt. (8.8 L, 7.7 Imp.qt.)
10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp.qt.)*
With rear air conditioning system
11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.)
12.4 qt. (11.7 L, 10.3 Imp.qt.)*
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
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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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Automatic transaxle
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid capacity (drain and refill) 3.7 qt. (3.5 L, 3.1 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.0 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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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) while the engine is running
*
2: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30
kgf)
Steering
Pedal clearance*13.3 in. (84.4 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.08 0.12 in. (2 3 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
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Tires and wheelsType A
Tire size P245/65R17 105S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) Driving under normal conditions
Front:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in countries where such speeds
are permitted by law) Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the
front tires and rear tires. Never exceed the
maximum cold tire infl ation pressure indi-
cated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size 17 7 1/2 J
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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Type B
Tire size
P245/55R19 103S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) Driving under normal conditions
Front:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in countries where such speeds
are permitted by law) Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the
front tires and rear tires. Never exceed the
maximum cold tire infl ation pressure indi-
cated on the tire sidewall.
When towing trailer Add 6 psi (40 kPa, 0.4 kgf/cm2 or bar) to the
rear tires. Never exceed the maximum cold
tire inflation pressure indicated on the tire
sidewall.
Wheel size 19 7 1/2 J
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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Type C
Tire sizeP245/65R17 105S, T165/90D18 107M
(spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Driving under normal conditions
Front:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in countries where such
speeds are permitted by law) Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to
the front tires and rear tires. Never
exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Spare:
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size 17 7 1/2 J, 18 4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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Type D
Tire size
P245/55R19 103S, T165/90D18 107M
(spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Driving under normal conditions
Front:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in coun tries where such
speeds are permitted by law) Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to
the front tires and rear tires. Never
exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
When towing trailer Add 6 psi (40 kPa, 0.4 kgf/cm2 or bar) to
the rear tires. Never exceed the maxi-
mum cold tire inflation pressure indi-
cated on the tire sidewall.
Spare:
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size 19 7 1/2 J, 18 4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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Light bulbs
A: H11 halogen bulbsB: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
C: HB2 halogen bulbs D: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
*: If equipped
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
ExteriorHeadlights
60/55 C
Front turn signal lights 21 B
Parking/front side marker lights 5B
Front fog lights* 55 A
Rear turn signal lights 21 D
Back-up lights 16 D
Stop/tail and rear side marker
lights
21/5 D
License plate lights 5D
Outer foot lights* 5D
Interior Vanity lights
8D
Personal/interior lights (front) 5D
Personal/interior lights (center)* 5D
Interior light 8D
Door courtesy lights 5D
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Fuel infor mation
■Fuel tank opening fo r unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■ Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas-
oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.
■ Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Japan have developed
a specification for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC)
that is expected to be applied worldwide.
● The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emis-
sion levels. In the US, category 4 has been adopted.
● The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets,
and customer satisfaction through better performance.
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
Unleaded gasoline with an Octane Rating of 87 (Research Octane
Number 91) or higher required for optimum engine performance.
At minimum, the gasoline you us e should meet the specifications
of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.