stop start TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2016 XU50 / 3.G Owner's Guide

5848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Color display only
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too highA buzzer also sounds.
 P. 632
Color display onlyIndicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging
system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Color display only
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered
with ice A buzzer also sounds.
 Clean the sensor.
Color display only
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control
system is unable to judge vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance
A buzzer also sounds.
 Turn off snow mode.
If the windshield wipers are on, turn them
off or set them to a mode other than
“AUTO” (if equipped) or high speed wiper
operation.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
system is suspended (The camera sensor tem-
perature is higher than the operation temperature
range)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Restart the LDA after driving for a while.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the
surrounding area on the bumper is dirty or cov-
ered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
 Clean the sensor and its surrounding area
on the bumper.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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*: The engine may not be restarted depending on the vehicle condition.
■Messages displays
The message illustrations used are intended as examples, and may differ
from the image that is actually displayed on the multi-information display.
■ Warning buzzer
P. 574
Once
The engine switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in
a position other than P.
 Shift the shift lever to P.
Once
After the engine switch has
been turned off with the shift
lever in a position other than P,
the shift lever has been shifted
to P.
Turn the engine switch off.
Con-
tinu-
ous

Indicates that the engine was
stopped in an emergency while
driving
To restart the engine, shift
the shift lever to N and turn
the engine switch to ON
mode.
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Once
Indicates that the engine switch
has been pressed while driving
Except when emergency
stopping of the vehicle is
needed, immediately
release the engine switch.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

6268-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when
stopping the engine.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
( P. 538)
■ Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. ( P. 229)
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features P. 668)
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(P. 148)
WARNING
■ When using the mechanical key an d operating the power windows or
moon roof
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the window or moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to get caught in the power window or moon
roof.
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6338-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans oper ate and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the
fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air condition-
ing system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing
temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle in spected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fans and belts.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
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6358-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
AWD models: Activate all-wheel drive lock mode. ( P. 300)
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
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697What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. (P. 230)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 571)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 240)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(  P. 569, 578)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 82)
Vehicles without a smart key system:
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or start the
engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine.
The engine switch is tu rned off automatically
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with an alarm)

704Alphabetical index
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DoorsAutomatic door locking
and unlocking system ......... 124
Back door.............................. 127
Door lock............................... 119
Door windows ....................... 177
Open door warning buzzer ... 122
Open door warning light ............................. 571, 580
Outside rear view mirrors...... 175
Rear door child-protector ...... 124
Side doors............................. 119
Downhill assist control system (DAC)......................... 307
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 163
Driving ...................................... 192
Break-in tips .......................... 193
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Procedures ........................... 192
Winter drive tips .................... 326
Dynamic radar cruise control .................................... 268
Dynamic Torque Control AWD system .......................... 302 Eco Driving Indicator .............. 105
EDR (Event data recorder)........ 10
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ...................................... 302Function ................................ 302
Warning light......................... 570
Electronic key .......................... 112 Battery-saving function ......... 148
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 624
Replacing the battery............ 538
Emergency flashers ................ 560
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer
sounds................................ 569
If a warning light turns on ..... 569
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 578
If the battery is discharged ... 627
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 624
If the engine will not start ...... 621
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 623
If you have a flat tire ............. 596
If you think something is wrong ................................. 567
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 635
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 561
If your vehicle needs to be towed.................................. 563
If your vehicle overheats....... 632E

712Alphabetical index
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Side marker lights ................... 241Light switch ........................... 241
Replacing light bulbs............. 545
Wattage ................................ 651
Side mirrors ............................. 175
Adjusting and folding ............ 175
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 316
Mirror position memory ......... 163
Side table.................................. 469
Side turn signal lights ............. 239 Replacing light bulbs............. 558
Turn signal lever ................... 239
Smart key system .................... 146 Antenna location ................... 146
Entry functions ...................... 119
Starting the engine................ 228
Warning message ................. 593
Snow mode .............................. 235
Snow tires ................................ 329
Spare tire .................................. 596 Inflation pressure .................. 648
Storage location .................... 597
Spark plug ................................ 644
Specifications .......................... 638
Speedometer .............................. 92
Steering lock Column lock release ..... 226, 231
Steering lock system
warning message ............... 593
Steering wheel ......................... 171
Adjustment ............................ 171
Audio switches ...................... 343
Heated steering wheel .......... 446 Stop/tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 545
Wattage ................................ 651
Storage feature ........................ 450
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 635
Sun visors ................................ 459
Sunshade
Panoramic roof ..................... 185
Rear ...................................... 466
Roof ...................................... 182
Switches All-wheel drive lock
switch ................................. 300
Audio remote control switches ............................. 343
Automatic High Beam switch ................................. 246
Back door opener switch ...... 128
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
switch ................................. 316
Cruise control switch ............ 263
Door lock switch ................... 123
Driving position memory
switches ............................. 163
Dynamic radar cruise
control switch ..................... 268
Emergency flashers switch ... 560
Engine switch ............... 225, 228
Fog light switch ..................... 252
Garage door opener switches ............................. 470
Heated steering wheel switch ................................. 446
Ignition switch ............... 225, 228
Intuitive parking assist
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