TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2008 XU40 / 2.G Scheduled Maintenance Guide

2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide
30,000 Miles or 36 months
Replace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs4
Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Rear differential oil (4WD)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideHIGHLANDER
35,000 Miles or 42 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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40,000 Miles or 48 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide
45,000 Miles or 54 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Rear differential oil
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
NOTE:
Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from
the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the Freshmode.
Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filterTighten drive shaft bolt
Driving while towing:
Replace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
11
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideHIGHLANDER
50,000 Miles or 60 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
55,000 Miles or 66 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide
60,000 Miles or 72 months
Replace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs4
Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
5
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Rear differential oil (4WD)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace automatic transmission fluidReplace front differential oilReplace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
13
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.5Initial inspection at 60,000 miles/72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideHIGHLANDER
65,000 Miles or 78 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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ATE:MILEAGE:
70,000 miles or 84 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide
75,000 Miles or 90 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Rear differential oil
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from
the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the Freshmode.
Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filterTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
15
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideHIGHLANDER
80,000 Miles or 96 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
85,000 Miles or 102 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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2008 Highlander Scheduled Maintenance Guide
90,000 Miles or 108 Months
Replace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs4
Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Rear differential oil (4WD)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace rear differential oil (4WD)Replace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
17
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideHIGHLANDER
95,000 Miles or 114 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
100,000 Miles or 120 Months
Replace engine coolant4
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft bootsInspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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