TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2018 (in English) Manual Online

811-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer syst em.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic ob ject
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■ Certification for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: WRKRI-44BTY FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause har mful interfer-
ence; and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equip ment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSSs. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause inter-
ference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, incl uding interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada app licables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est auto risée aux deux
conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de br ouillage; (2) l'util-
isateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectr ique subi, même
si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionn ement.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

821-2. Theft deterrent system
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The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the ala rm is
set:
● A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using
the entry function (vehicles wit h smart key system), wireless r emote
control or mechanical key.
● The hood is opened.
● The locked glass hatch (if equipped) is opened in any way other
than using the entry function (vehicles with smart key system).
● The battery is reconnected.
Close the doors, glass hatch (if
equipped) and hood, and lock all
the doors. The system will be set
automatically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the sys-
tem is set.
Alar m
The alarm
: If equipped
Setting the alarm system

831-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
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Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:
● Unlock the doors.
● Vehicles without a smart key sys tem: Turn the engine switch to the
“ACC” or “ON” position, or star t the engine. (The alarm will be deac-
tivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start the engine. (The
alarm will be deactivated or s topped after a few seconds.)
● Open the glass hatch (if equipped) using the entry function (ve hi-
cles with smart key system).
■ System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■ Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft , make sure of
the following:
● Nobody is in the vehicle.
● The windows and the following openings are closed before the al arm is set.
• The glass hatch (if equipped)
• The moon roof (if equipped)
• The panoramic moon roof (if equipped)
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
Deactivating or stopping the alarm

841-2. Theft deterrent system
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Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■ Alarm-operated door lock
In the following cases, depending on the situation, the door ma y automatically
lock to prevent improper entry into the vehicle:
● When a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door and the alarm is
activated.
● While the alarm is activated, a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the
door.
● When recharging or replacing the battery.
●
A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using a
inside lock button.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked. ( P. 642)
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Instrument cluster2
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Warning lights and indicators .......................... 86
Gauge and meters .............. 92
Multi-information display............................... 95
Eco Driving Indicator ......... 102
Fuel consumption information ...................... 103

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2. Instrument cluster
The units used on the meters and some indicators may differ depending on
the target region.
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster and
center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s vari-
ous systems.
For the purpose of explanation, t he following illustration dis-
plays all warning lights a nd indicators illuminated.

872. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 581)
(Amber)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering con-
trol) indicator
(P. 583)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 581)*1
Slip indicator ( P. 582)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp (P. 581)Low fuel level warning
light (P. 582)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 581)Driver’s and front pas-
senger’s seat belt
reminder light ( P. 582)
*1SRS warning light
(P. 581)*4Rear seat seat belt
reminder lights
(P. 582)
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 581)*2, 5
Stop & Start cancel indi-
cator
(P. 583)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 581)*1
Master warning light
(P. 584)
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 582)*1Tire pressure warning
light ( P. 584)
*1, 3PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-
tem) warning light
(P. 583)*1
(U.S.A)
Parking brake warning
light ( P. 582)

882. Instrument cluster
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*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without a smart key system) or the engine switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system), to indicat e that a
system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if
a light does not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
*2: If equipped
*3: This light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*4: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*5: This light flashes to indicate a malfunction. Additionally, it will turn on if the
system is turned off.
*1
(Canada)
Parking brake warning
light ( P. 582)

892. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( P. 233) LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering con-
trol) indicator
(
P. 275)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(P. 235)*2, 3 Intuitive parking assist
indicator
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 235) *2BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) indicator( P. 316)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 236)
*2, 6, 7BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) outside rear view
mirror indicators
(P. 316)
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( P. 239)
*1, 4 Slip indicator ( P. 333)
*2Front fog light indicator
(P. 243)*1VSC OFF indicator
(P. 333)
Dynamic radar cruise
control (constant speed
control mode) indicator
( P. 293)
*1, 2All-wheel drive lock indi-
cator ( P. 330)
Dynamic radar cruise
control (vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance control
mode) indicator
( P. 289)
*2Downhill assist control
system indicator
(P. 337)
Dynamic radar cruise
control “SET”
indicator ( P. 289, 293)
*8Security indicator
(P. 80, 82)
*1, 5PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-
tem) warning light
(P. 261)*1, 9Eco Driving Indicator
Light ( P. 102)

902. Instrument cluster
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*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without a smart key system) or the engine switch is turned to
IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system), to indicat e that a
system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if
a light does not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
*2: If equipped
*3: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN- UAL”.
*4: This light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*5: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
*2“PWR MODE” indicator
(P. 229)*2, 5Stop & Start cancel indi-
cator ( P. 297)
Snow mode indicator
( P. 228)
*1, 8
(U.S.A.)
“AIR BAG ON/
OFF” indicator
(P. 53)
*2
Stop & Start indicator
(P. 297)
*1, 8
(Canada)
“AIR BAG ON/
OFF” indicator
(P. 53)