oil capacity TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

14Pictorial index
HIGHLANDER_UPrecautions for winter seas
on.............................................. P.327
To prevent freezing (windshiel d wiper de-icer) ............. P.338, 343
Precautions for car wash
*.................................................... P.397
Fuel filler door ............................................... ..................... P.227
Refueling method ............................................... .................. P.227
Fuel type/fuel tan k capacity ................................... .............. P.501
Tires.......................................................... ........................... P.419
Tire size/inflation pressure ................................... ........ P.419, 505
Winter tires/tire chains ....................................... .................. P.327
Checking/rotation/tire pressur e warning system ..................P.419
Coping with flat tires......................................... .................... P.472
Hood ........................................................... ......................... P.410
Opening ............................................................................... P.410
Engine oil ..................................................... ........................ P.502
Coping with overheating ...................................................... P.495
Warning messages ............................................... ............... P.468
Front turn signal lights/parking lights
*................... P.210P.216
Parking lights
*............................................................... ..... P.216
Headlights/daytime running lights
*.................................. P.216
Headlights..................................................... ...................... P.216
Daytime running lights .. .................................................... P.216
Front side marker lights ....................................... ............. P.216
Parking lights
*/daytime running lights*........................... P.216
Front fog lights
*............................................................... ... P.222
Stop/tail lights ............................................... ..................... P.216
Tail lights.................................................... ......................... P.216
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R ................................................... P.206
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.441, Watts: P.507)

4336-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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When replacing wheels, care
should be taken to ensure that
they are equivalent to those
removed in load capacity, diam-
eter, rim width and inset
*.
Replacement wheels are avail-
able at your Toyota dealer.
*: Conventionally referred to as off- set.
Toyota does not recommend
using the following:
 Wheels of different sizes or
types
 Used wheels
 Bent wheels that have been
straightened
■When replacing wheels
The wheels of your vehicle are
equipped with tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters that allow
the tire pressure warning system to
provide advance warning in the
event of a loss in tire inflation pres-
sure. Whenever wheels are
replaced, tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters must be
installed. ( P.424)
Wheels
If a wheel is bent, cracked or
heavily corroded, it should
be replaced. Otherwise, the
tire may separate from the
wheel or cause a loss of
handling control.
Wheel selection
WARNING
■When replacing wheels
●Do not use wheels that are a dif-
ferent size from those recom-
mended in the Owner’s Manual,
as this may result in a loss of
handling control.
●Never use an inner tube in a
leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
Doing so may result in an acci-
dent, causing death or serious
injury.
■When installing the wheel
nuts
Never use oil or grease on the
wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
Oil and grease may cause the
wheel nuts to be excessively tight-
ened, leading to bolt or disc wheel
damage. In addition, the oil or
grease can cause the wheel nuts
to loosen and the wheel may fall
off, causing an accident and
resulting in death or serious injury.
Remove any oil or grease from
the wheel bolts or wheel nuts.
■Use of defective wheels pro-
hibited
Do not use cracke d or deformed
wheels. Doing so could cause the
tire to leak air during driving, pos-
sibly causing an accident.
NOTICE
■Replacing tire pressure warn-
ing valves and transmitters
●Because tire repair or replace-
ment may affect the tire pres-
sure warning valves and
transmitters, make sure to have
tires serviced by your Toyota
dealer or other qualified service
shop. In additio n, make sure to
purchase your tire pressure
warning valves and transmit-
ters at your Toyota dealer.

5008-1. Specifications
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8-1.Specifications
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: For GSU70L-ARZSHA, GSU75L-ARZSHA models*7
*3
: For 7-seat models
*4: For 8-seat models
*5: For GSU75L-ARZGHA models*7
*6
: Except for GSU75L-ARZGHA models*7
*7
: The model code is indicated o n the Certification Label. (P.500)
■Vehicle identification num-
ber The vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN) is the legal identifier
for your vehicle. This is the pri-
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length194.9 in. (4950 mm)
197.3 in. (5012 mm)
*2
Overall width76 in. (1930 mm)
Overall height*168.1 in. (1730 mm)
Wheelbase112.2 in. (2850 mm)
TreadFront65.3 in. (1659 mm)
Rear65.4 in. (1662 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)1225 lb. (555 kg)*3
1330 lb. (605 kg)*4,5
1390 lb. (630 kg)*4,6
Trailer Weight Rating
(Trailer weight + cargo weight)5000 lb. (2200 kg)
Seating capacity
Seating capacity7-seat models8-seat models
7 (Front 2, Rear 5)8 (Front 2, Rear 6)
Vehicle identification

5028-1. Specifications
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■Oil capacity (Drain and
refillreference
*)
*: The engine oil capacity is a refer-
ence quantity to be used when
changing the engine oil. Warm up
and turn off the engine, wait more
than 5 minutes, and check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is
used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genu-
ine Motor Oil” or equivalent to
satisfy the following grade and
viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multi-
grade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE
0W-20
Outside temperature
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained
here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates
the characteristic of the oil
which allows cold startability.
Oils with a lower value before
the W allow for easier starting
of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the
oil when the oil is at high tem-
perature. An oil with a higher
viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if
the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme
load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee (ILSAC) Certification Mark is
added to some oil containers to
help you select the oil you
should use.
Lubrication system
With filter5.8 qt. (5.5 L, 4.8 Imp.
qt.)
Without
filter5.6 qt. (5.3 L, 4.7 Imp.
qt.)

5048-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or damage th e transmission of your vehicle.
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity*0.41 qt. (0.39 L, 0.35 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX
NOTICE
■Transfer oil type precaution
Using transfer oil other than t he specified oil may cause abnormal noise
or vibration, or damage the transfer of your vehicle.
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity*0.56 qt. (0.53 L, 0.47 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LX
NOTICE
■Differential gear oil type precaution
Using differential gear oil other than the specified oil may ca use abnormal
noise or vibration, or damage th e differential gear of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*3.7 in. (94 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4

5158-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
HIGHLANDER_UGrade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Fed-
eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the labo-
ratory test wheel
than the minimum
required by law. Warning: The temperature grades
of a tire assume tha
t it is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire infl ation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km
under that condition
Maximum inflation pressure
The maximum cold inf lated pressure to
which a tire may be inflated, shown on the
sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pres-
sureCold tire inflation pressure recommended
by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
automatic transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as fac-
tory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with stan-
dard equipment, including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so
equipped, air conditioning and additional
weight optional engine

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

563Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER_UAirbags ................................. 459
Approach warning ................ 264
Brake hold ............................ 465
Brake Override System ........ 460
Brake system ....................... 458
Charging system .................. 459
Downshifting......................... 209
Drive-Start Control ............... 460
Electric power steering ......... 460
Engine .................................. 459
Hands off steering wheel warn-
ing (LTA) ............................. 255
High coolant temperature ..... 458
Intuitive parking assist . 288, 291,
463
Low engine oil pressure ....... 459
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ... 246, 250, 462
Open door .................... 118, 120
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ........................................... 463
Pre-collision braking ............. 237
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ........................................... 463
RCTA function ...................... 293
Seat belt ............................... 461
Warning lights ........................ 458 ABS ...................................... 460
Brake hold operated indicator........................................... 465
Brake Override System ........ 460
Brake system ....................... 458
Charging system .................. 459
Drive-Start Control ............... 460
Electric power steering ......... 460
High coolant temperature ..... 458
Intuitive parking assist OFF indi- cator ................................... 463
Low engine oil pressure ....... 459
Low fuel level ....................... 461
LTA indicator ......................... 462
Malfunction indicator lamp ... 459 Parking brake indicator.........465
PKSB OFF indicator .............463
Pre-collision syst
em .............464
RCTA OFF indicator .............463
Seat belt reminder light ........461
Slip indicator .........................464
SRS ......................................459
Stop & Start cancel indicator 462
Tire pressure ...... ..................462
Warning message .............92, 102
Warning messages .................468
Washer Adding ..................................418
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................327
Switch ...........................222, 225
Washing and waxing ..............396
Weight Cargo capacity .....................189
Load limits ............................189
Weight ..................................500
Wheels .....................................433 Size ......................................505
Window lock switch ...............169
Windows Power windows ....................167
Rear window defogger 337, 343, 347
Washer .........................222, 225
Windshield defogger .....337, 343, 346
Windshield wiper de -icer .....338,
343, 351
Windshield wipers Rain-sensing windshield wipers...................................222, 225
Winter driving tips ..................327
Wireless charger.....................376
Wireless remote control Battery-Saving Function .......134
Locking/Unlocking ................ 115
Replacing the battery ...........436

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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever (P.410)
Fuel filler door ( P.228)
Hood lock release lever ( P.410)
Fuel filler door opener ( P.228)
Power back door switch
* (  P.124)
Tire inflation pressure ( P.505)
*: If equipped
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.9 gal. (68 L, 14.9 Imp. gal.)
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline onlyP.501
Cold tire inflation
pressureP.505
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference)
P.502
Engine oil typeP.502