immobilizer TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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HIGHLANDER_UTABLE OF CONTENTS
For your information ........................
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Reading this manual ...................... 11
How to search ................................ 12
Pictorial index ................................ 13
1-1. For safe use Before driving ........................ 24
For safe driving ..................... 25
Seat belts .............................. 27
SRS airbags .......................... 34
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system.................. 43
Exhaust gas precautions....... 48
1-2. Child safety Riding with children ............... 49
Child restraint systems .......... 50
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect ..................... 65
1-4. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ... 71
Alarm ..................................... 73
2-1. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators............................................ 76
Gauges and meters .............. 81
Multi-information display (4.2-inch display)................. 84
Multi-information display (7-inch display)................................ 93
Head-up display ................. 103
Fuel consumption information ......................................... 1083-1. Key information
Keys ................................... 114
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Side doors .......................... 117
Back door ........................... 121
Smart key system .............. 133
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats ......................... 141
Rear seats.......................... 142
Driving position memory .... 147
Head restraints................... 150
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 153
Inside rear view mirror ....... 154
Digital Rearview Mirror....... 155
Outside rear view mirrors ... 165
3-5. Opening, closing the win- dows and moon roof
Power windows .................. 167
Moon roof ........................... 170
Panoramic moon roof......... 173
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle.............. 179
Cargo and luggage ............ 186
Vehicle load limits .............. 189
Trailer towing...................... 190
Dinghy towing .................... 201
4-2. Driving procedures Engine

(ignition) switch ...... 202
Automatic transmission ...... 206
Turn signal lever................. 210
Parking brake ..................... 211
1For safety and security
2Vehicle status information
and indicators
3Before driving
4Driving

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For safety and security
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For safety and security
.1-1. For safe useBefore driving ................. 24
For safe driving .............. 25
Seat belts ....................... 27
SRS airbags ................... 34
Front passenger occupant classification system .... 43
Exhaust gas precautions ..................................... 48
1-2. Child safety Riding with children ........ 49
Child restraint systems... 50
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect .............. 65
1-4. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..................................... 71
Alarm.............................. 73

711-4. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
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1-4.Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after
the engine switch has been
turned off to indicate that the
system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACC or ON to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a mainte-
nance-free type engine immobilizer
system.
■Conditions that may cause the
system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in
contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or
touching a key registered to the
security system (key with a built-in
transponder chip) of another vehi-
cle
Engine immobilizer
system
The vehicle’s keys have
built-in transponder chips
that prevent the engine from
starting if a key has not
been previously registered
in the vehicle’s on-board
computer.
Never leave the keys inside
the vehicle when you leave
the vehicle.
This system is designed to
help prevent vehicle theft
but does not guarantee
absolute security against all
vehicle thefts.
Operating the system

721-4. Theft deterrent system
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■Certification for the engine immobilizer system
Except for vehicles sold in Canada
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTICE
■To ensure the system oper-
ates correctly
Do not modify or remove the sys-
tem. If modified or removed, the
proper operation of the system
cannot be guaranteed.

1353-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
HIGHLANDER_Uwireless remote control or the
mechanical key, to unlock the
doors.
■Turning an electronic key to
battery-saving mode
When battery-savi ng mode is set,
battery depletion is minimized by
stopping the electronic key from
receiving radio waves.
Press twice while pressing and
holding . Confirm that the elec-
tronic key indicator flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is
set, the smart key system cannot be
used. To cancel the function, press
any of the electronic key buttons.
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak
radio waves. In the following situa-
tions, the communication between
the electronic key and the vehicle
may be affected, preventing the
smart key system, wireless remote
control and engine immobilizer sys-
tem from operating properly. (Ways
of coping: P.489)
●When the electronic key battery is
depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power
plant, gas station , radio station,
large display, airpo rt or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio
waves or electrical noise
●When the electronic key is in con-
tact with, or is covered by the fol-
lowing metallic objects
• Cards to which al uminum foil is
attached
• Cigarette boxes that have alumi- num foil inside • Metallic wallets or bags
•Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wirel
ess keys (that
emit radio waves) are being used
nearby
●When carrying the electronic key
together with the following devices
that emit radio waves
• Portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless
communication devices
• Another electronic key or a wire- less key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal
digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint wit h a metallic con-
tent or metallic objects are
attached to the rear window
●When the electronic key is placed
near a battery charger or elec-
tronic devices
●When the vehicle is parked in a
pay parking spot where radio
waves are emitted
■Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is
within the effective range (detec-
tion areas), the system may not
operate properly in the following
cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door han-
dle, near the ground, or in a high
place when the doors are locked
or unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instru-
ment panel, luggage compart-
ment, floor, or in the door pockets
or glove box when the engine is
started or engine switch modes
are changed.
●Do not leave the electronic key on
top of the instrument panel or near
the door pockets when exiting the
vehicle. Depending on the radio
wave reception conditions, it may
be detected by the antenna out-

2024-2. Driving procedures
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4-2.Driving procedures
1Check that the parking brake
is set.
2 Check that the shift lever is in
P.
3 Firmly depress the brake
pedal.
and a message will be dis-
played on the multi-information dis-
play.
If it is not displayed, the engine
cannot be started.
4 Press the engine switch
shortly and firmly.
When operating the engine switch,
one short, firm press is enough. It is
not necessary to press and hold the
switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seco nds, whichever
is less.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is completely
started.
The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.
■If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system
may not have been deactivated.
(
 P. 7 1 )
Contact your Toyota dealer.
●If a message related to start-up is
shown on the multi-information
display, read the message and fol-
low the instructions.
■If the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started using
the smart key system. Refer to
P.491to restart the engine.
■Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 1 1 4
■Conditions affecting operation
 P.135
■Note for the entry function
 P.135
■Steering lock function
●After turning the engine switch off
and opening and closing the
doors, the steeri ng wheel will be
locked due to the steering lock
function. Operating the engine
switch again automatically can-
cels the steering lock.
●When the steering lock cannot be
released, “Push Engine Switch
while Turning Steering Wheel in
Either Direction” will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Press the engine switch shortly
and firmly while turning the steer-
Engine (ignition)
switch
Performing the following
operations when carrying
the electronic key on your
person starts the engine or
changes engine switch
modes.
Starting the engine

4867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
There may not be sufficient
fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
 The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again
following correct starting pro-
cedures. ( P.202)
 There may be a malfunction
in the engine immobilizer sys-
tem. ( P. 7 1 )
One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
 The battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.491) 
The battery terminal connec-
tions may be loose or cor-
roded. ( P.416)
The engine starting system may
be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as elec-
tronic key battery depletion or a
blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the
engine. ( P.486)
One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
 One or both of the battery ter-
minals may be disconnected.
( P.416)
 The battery may be dis-
charged. ( P.491)
 There may be a malfunction
in the steering lock system.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the
problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
When the engine does not start,
the following steps can be used
If the engine will not
start
If the engine will not start
even though correct starting
procedures are being fol-
lowed ( P.202), consider
each of the following points:
The engine wil l not start
even though the starter
motor operates normally.
The starter motor turns
over slowly, the interior
lights and headlights are
dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor does
not turn over
The starter motor does
not turn over, the interior
lights and headlights do
not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Starting the engine in an
emergency

554Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER_UDynamic Torque Vectoring AWD
system ................................... 322
E
Eco drive mode ...................... 314
Eco Driving Indicator . 86, 95, 106
Eco Driving Indicator Light86, 95
EDR (Event data recorder)......... 8
Elapsed time ....................... 88, 97
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ............................................... 321Warning light ........................ 460
Electronic key ......................... 114 Battery-saving function......... 134
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 489
Replacing the battery ........... 436
Electronic roof sunshade Jam protection function ........ 174
Operation ............................. 173
Emergency flashers ............... 450
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .. 458
If a warning light turns on ..... 458
If a warning message is dis-played................................. 468
If the battery is discharged ... 491
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 489
If the engin e will not start ..... 486
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................... 488
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water .................................. 451
If you have a flat tire ............. 472
If you lose your keys ............ 487
If you think something is wrong ........................................... 456
If your vehicle becomes stuck ........................................... 497
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 450 If your vehicle needs to be towed
...........................................453
If your vehicle ove rheats ......495
Engine ACCESSORY mode . ............205
Compartment........................412
Engine switch .......................202
Fuel pump shut off system ...457
Hood .....................................410
How to start the engine ........202
Identification number ............501
If the engine will not start......486
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................450
Ignition switch (engine switch) ...........................................202
Overheating ..........................495
Tachometer.............................81
Engine coolant Capacity ...............................503
Checking ..............................415
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................327
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......................................81
Engine immobilizer system .....71
Engine oil Capacity ...............................502
Checking ..............................412
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................327
Warning light.........................459
Engine oil maintenance data .414
Engine switch .........................202 Auto power off fun ction .........205
Changing the engine switch modes.................................205
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................450
EPS (Electric Po wer Steering)
...............................................321 Warning light.........................460

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HIGHLANDER_UStorage features ..................... 366
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck 497
Suggestion function......... 92, 102
Sun visors ............................... 385
Sunshade Roof...................................... 170
Switches Activating the Automatic High Beam .................................. 219
Automatic High Beam system ........................................... 219
Brake Hold switch ................ 214
Digital Rearview Mirror control switches ............................. 155
Door lock switches ............... 120
Driving mode select switch... 314
Driving position memory switches ............................. 147
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range switch257
Electronic roof sunshade switches ............................. 173
Emergency flashers switch .. 450
Engine switch ....................... 202
Fog light switch .................... 222
Garage door opener switches ........................................... 387
Heated steering wheel switch ........................................... 360
Ignition switch....................... 202
Instrument panel light control switches ............................... 83
Intuitive parking assist switch285
Light switches....................... 216
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ........................................... 252
Meter control switches ..... 85, 94
Moon roof switches .............. 170
“ODO TRIP” switch ................ 83
Outside rear view mirror switches ............................. 165 Panoramic moon roof switches
...........................................173
Parking brake switch ............ 211
PCS OFF switch ...................238
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) switch .................................298
Power door lock switch.........120
Power window switches .......167
RCTA switch .........................292
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch...........................337, 343, 347
Seat heater switches ............360
Seat ventilator switches........360
Snow mode switch ...............318
“SOS” button ..........................65
Stop & Start cancel switch ....273
Tilt and telescopic steering con- trol switch ...........................153
Tire pressure warning reset switch .................................426
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch .................................257
VSC OFF switch ...................322
Window lock switch ..............169
Windshield defogger switch 337, 343, 346
Windshield wiper and washer switch .........................222, 225
Windshield wiper de-icer switch ...........................338, 343, 351
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Tachometer ...............................81
Tail lights Light switch...........................216
Replacing light bulbs ............441
The Secondary Collision Brake ...............................................322
Theft deterrent system Alarm ......................................73
Engine immobilizer system .....71