lane assist TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2023 Owner's Manual

2704-5. Using the driving support systems
*: If equipped
Meter control switches
Turning the Blind Spot Monitor
on/off.
Outside rear view mirror indi-
cators
When driving:
When a vehicle is detected in a
blind spot of the outside rear view
mirrors or approaching rapidly from
behind into a blind spot, the outside
rear view mirror indicator on the
detected side will illuminate. If the
turn signal lever is operated toward
the detected side, the outside rear
view mirror indicator flashes.
BSM OFF indicator
Illuminates when the Blind Spot
Monitor is disabled.
■Outside rear view mirror indica-
tor visibility
In strong sunlight, the outside rear
view mirror indicator may be difficult
to see.
■When “Blind Spot Monitor
Unavailable” is shown on the
multi-information display
Ice, snow, mud, etc., may be
attached to the rear bumper around
the sensors. ( P.271) The system
should return to normal operation
after removing the ice, snow, mud,
BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor)*
The Blind Spot Monitor is a
system that uses rear side
radar sensors installed on
the inner side of the rear
bumper on the left and right
side to assist the driver in
confirming safety when
changing lanes.
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of
the system
The driver is solely responsible for
safe driving. Always drive safely,
taking care to o bserve your sur-
roundings.
The Blind Spot Monitor is a sup-
plementary function which alerts
the driver that a v ehicle is in a
blind spot of the outside rear view
mirrors or is approaching rapidly
from behind into a blind spot. Do
not overly rely on the Blind Spot
Monitor. As the function cannot
judge if it is safe to change lanes,
over reliance could lead to an
accident resulting in death or seri-
ous injury.
As the system may not function
correctly under certain condi-
tions, the driver’s own visual con-
firmation of safety is necessary.
System components

3114-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
■Secondary Collision Brake
automatic cancellation
The system is automatically can-
celed in any of th e following situa-
tions.
●The vehicle speed drops to
approximately 0 mph (0 km/h)
●A certain amount o f time elapses
during operation
●The accelerator pedal is
depressed a large amount
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate
effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping perfor-
mance have been exceeded
(such as excessively worn tires
on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while
driving at high speed on wet or
slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the
ABS is operating may exceed
that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to
shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis-
tance. Always maintain a safe dis-
tance from the vehicle in front of
you, especially in the following sit-
uations:
●When driving on d irt, gravel or
snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the
road
●When driving over roads with
potholes or uneven surfaces
■TRAC/VSC may not operate
effectively when
Directional control and power may
not be achievable while driving on
slippery road surfaces, even if the
TRAC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in con-
ditions where stability and power
may be lost.
■Active Cornering Assist does
not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on Active
Cornering Assist. Active Corner-
ing Assist may not operate
effectively when accelerating
down slopes or driving on slip-
pery road surfaces.
●When Active Corn ering Assist
frequently operates, Active Cor-
nering Assist may temporarily
stop operating to ensure proper
operation of the brakes, TRAC
and VSC.
■Hill-start assist control does
not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on hill-start
assist control. Hill-start assist
control may not operate effec-
tively on steep inclines and
roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake,
hill-start assist control is not
intended to hold the vehicle sta-
tionary for an extended period
of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold
the vehicle on an incline, as
doing so may lead to an acci-
dent.

3144-6. Driving tips
4-6.Driving tips
Use fluids that are appropriate
to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
Have a service technician
inspect the condition of the
battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with
four snow tires or purchase a
set of tire chains for the front
tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same
size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
Perform the following according
to the driving conditions:
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary
preparations and inspec-
tions before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always
drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the pre-
vailing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so m ay result in a
loss of vehicle control and cause
death or serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended
level of air pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75
mph (120 km/h), regardless of
the type of snow tires being
used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just
some wheels.
■Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the
vehicle being unable to be driven
safely, and may cause death or
serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the
speed limit specifi ed for the tire
chains being used, or 30 mph
(50 km/h), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road
surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration,
abrupt steering, sudden brak-
ing and shifting operations that
cause sudden engine braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before
entering a curve to ensure that
vehicle control is maintained.
●Do not use the LTA (Lane Trac-
ing Assist) system.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow
tires
Request repairs or replacement of
snow tires from Toyota dealers or
legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and
attachment of snow tires affects
the operation of the tire pressure
warning valves and transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle

4367-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■LTA indicator (warning buzzer)
■Stop & Start cancel indicator
■Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator (warning buzzer)
■“RCTA OFF” indicator (warning buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(orange)
Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
Follow the instructions di splayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. ( P.249)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system
(The Stop & Start cancel ind icator will come on when the
system is canceled: P.265)
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(flashes)
(if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the intuitive parking assist func-
tion
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Indicates that the system is te mporarily unavailable, possi-
bly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
 Follow the instructions di splayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. ( P.277)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert) function
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immedi-
ately.
Indicates that the re ar bumper around the radar sensor is
covered with dirt, etc. ( P.271)
 Follow the instructio ns displayed on the multi-information
display. ( P.284)

4447-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If “Engine Stopped Steering
Power Low” is displayed
This message is displayed if the
engine is stopped while driving.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using
more force th an usual.
■If “Power reduced to lower
engine temp” is displayed
This message may be displayed
when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is high.
At that time, the engine power out-
put is reduced until the temperature
decreases to the specified level. It is
still possible to con tinue driving nor-
mally, meanwhile the acceleration
performance or vehicle speed may
be lowered. After driving for a while
and the engine coolant temperature
is dropped, this m essage will disap-
pear and engine po wer output will
resume once the engine coolant
temperature has decreased to nor-
mal.
If after driving fo r a while the mes-
sage does not disappear or it comes
on and off frequently, contact your
Toyota dealer.
■If “Shift to P when Parked” is
displayed
This message is displayed when the
driver’s door is opened without turn-
ing the engine switch off with the
shift lever in any position other than
P. Change the shift lever to P.
■If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve
Battery” is displayed
Power was cut off due to the auto-
matic power off function. Next time
when starting the engine, increase
the engine speed slightly and main-
tain that level for approximately 5
minutes to recha rge the battery.
■If “Headlight System Malfunc-
tion Visit Your Dealer” is dis-
played
The following systems may be mal- functioning. Hav
e the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
●The LED headlight system (if AFS
[Adaptive Front-lighting System]
equipped)
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting Sys-
tem) (if equipped)
●The automatic headlight leveling
system (if equipped)
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable See Owner's Man-
ual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system is sus-
pended temporarily or until the prob-
lem shown in the message is
resolved. (causes and coping meth-
ods: P.226)
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system cannot
be used temporarily. Use the system
when it becomes available again.
■If a message that indicates the
malfunction of front camera is
displayed
The following systems may be sus-
pended until the problem shown in
the message is resolved. (P.226,
437)
●PCS (Pre-Collision system)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Automatic High Beam
●RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if
equipped)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
■If a message that indicates the
malfunction of radar sensor is
displayed
The following systems may be sus-
pended until the problem shown in
the message is resolved. (P.226,
437)

4457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
●PCS (Pre-Collision system)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
■If “AWD System Overheated
Switching to 2WD Mode” or
“AWD System Overheated 2WD
Mode Engaged” is displayed
This message may be displayed
when driving under extremely high
load conditions.
Drive the vehicle at low speeds or
stop the vehicle in a safe place with
the engine running until the mes-
sage is cleared.
If the message is not cleared, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
■If “Check Fuel Cap” is dis-
played
The fuel tank cap is not properly
installed. Correctly install the fuel
tank cap.
■If “Maintenance Required
Soon” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance
according to the dr iven distance on
the maintenance schedule
* should
be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500
miles (7200 km) after the message
has been reset. If necessary, per-
form maintenance. Please reset the
message after the maintenance is
performed. ( P.377)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement” for the main-
tenance interval applicable to your
vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is
required to correspond to the driven
distance on the maintenance sched-
ule
*. Comes on approximately 5000
miles (8000 km) after the message
has been reset. (The indicator will
not work properly unless the mes-
sage has been rese
t.) Perform the
necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.377)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement” for the main-
tenance interval applicable to your
vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required
Soon” is displayed
Indicates that the engine oil should
be scheduled to be changed.
Check the engine oil and change it if
necessary. After changing the
engine oil, make sure to reset the
message. ( P.388)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil should
be changed.
Check and change the engine oil,
and oil filter by your Toyota dealer.
After changing the engine oil, make
sure to reset t he message.
(  P.388)
■If a message that indicates the
need for visiting your Toyota
dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information di splay is malfunc-
tioning. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■If a message that indicates the
need for referring to Owner’s
Manual is displayed
●If any of the following messages
are shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, it may indicate a mal-
function. Immediately stop the
vehicle and contact your Toyota
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual”

4587-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■When using the compact
spare tire (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
●Remember that the compact
spare tire provided is specifi-
cally designed for use with your
vehicle. Do not use your com-
pact spare tire on another vehi-
cle.
●Do not use more than one com-
pact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire
with a standard tire as soon as
possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration,
abrupt steering, sudden brak-
ing and shifting operations that
cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire
is attached (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
The vehicle speed may not be
correctly detecte d, and the follow-
ing systems may not operate cor-
rectly:
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRAC
• EPS
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• Automatic High Beam
• AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (if equipped)
• Toyota parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
• RCTA (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only c an the following
system not be utilized fully, but it
may even negatively affect the
drive-train components:
• AWD system (AWD models)
■Speed limit when using the
compact spare tire (vehicles
with a compact spare tire)
Do not drive at speeds in excess
of 50 mph (80 km /h) when a com-
pact spare tire is installed on the
vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not
designed for driving at high
speeds. Failure to observe this
precaution may lead to an acci-
dent causing death or serious
injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, ma ke sure all the
tools and jack are securely in
place in their storage location to
reduce the possibility of personal
injury during a collision or sudden
braking.

5028-2. Customization
■Lights (P.210)
*1: Except for Canada
*2: If equipped
■Rear window wiper ( P.219)
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) ( P.228)
*: The system is automatically enabl ed each time the engine switch is
turned to ON.
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ( P.239)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Daytime running lightsOnOff*1O—O
Welcome lightingOnOff——O
AFS (Adaptive
Front-lighting System)
*2OnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Back door opening
linked rear window wiper
stop function
OffOn——O
Washer linked rear win-
dow wiper operationOnOff——O
Shift position linked rear
window wiper operation
( P.220)
Only once
Off
——OContinuous
FunctionCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-
tem)
*On, Off—O—
Adjust alert timingEarly, Middle, Late—O—
FunctionCustomized setting
Lane centering functionOn, Off—O—
Alert sensitivityHigh, Standard—O—

527Alphabetical Index
Cruise controlDynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 249
Cup holders ............................ 341
Current fuel consumption . 88, 99
Curtain shield airbags ............. 34
Customizable features ........... 494
D
Daytime running light system210 Replacing light bulbs ............ 415
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ..... 324
Rear window ........................ 324
Windshield............................ 324
Differential Rear differential oil ............... 478
Digital Rearview Mirror .......... 150
Dimension ............................... 474
Dinghy towing ........................ 196
Display Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 249
Head-up display ................... 103
Intuitive parking assist .......... 275
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ..... 245
Multi-information display .. 87, 96
RCTA .................................... 283
Warning message ................ 442
Distance until next engine oil change..................................... 80
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 377
Door courtesy lights .............. 337
Door lock Back door ............................. 119
Side doors ............................ 115
Smart key system................. 131
Wireless remote control ....... 113
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system................ 118
Back door ............................. 119 Door glasses ........................162
Door lock .............................. 119
Open door warning buzzer . 116,
11 8
Outside rear view mirrors .....160
Rear door child-protectors .... 118
Downhill assist control system ...............................................305
Drive distance ...........................91
Drive information ......................91
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory .......142
Memory recall function .........144
Driving Break-in tips .........................175
Correct driving posture ...........25
Driving mode select switch ...300
Procedures ...........................174
Winter drive tips....................314
Driving information display .....88
Driving mode select switch ...300
Driving position memory .......142 Memory recall function .........144
Driving range ................88, 89, 99
Driving support system informa- tion display................90, 98, 100
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range............249Warning message.................259
Dynamic Torque Control AWD system ...................................308
Dynamic Torque Vectoring AWD system ...................................308
E
Eco drive mode .......................300
Eco Driving Indicator .......89, 106
Eco Driving Indicator Light......89
EDR (Event data recorder) .........7
Elapsed time .............................91

530Alphabetical Index
HooksCargo net hooks ................... 344
Coat hooks ........................... 357
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 24
Horn ......................................... 148
I
I/M test ..................................... 380
Identification Engine .................................. 475
Vehicle.................................. 474
Ignition switch (engine switch) ............................................... 197Auto power off function ........ 200
Changing the engine switch modes ................................ 199
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 424
Indicators .................................. 76
Initialization Items to initialize................... 507
Maintenance................. 377, 388
Power windows .................... 162
Tire pressure warning system........................................... 399
Inside rear view mirror... 149, 150
Instrument panel li ght control81,
86
Interior lights .......................... 337 Front interior light ................. 337
Rear interior light .................. 337
Intuitive parking assist Function ............................... 275
Warning message ................ 277
J
JackPositioning a floor jack ......... 385
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 447
Jack handle ............................. 447 Jam protection function
Electronic roof sunshade ......169
Moon roof .............................165
Panoramic moon r oof ...........169
Power back door ..................125
Power windows ....................162
K
Keyless entry Smart key system .................131
Wireless remote control........ 113
Keys Battery-saving function .........132
Electronic key ....................... 112
Engine switch .......................197
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................463
If you lose your keys.............461
Key number plate ................. 112
Keyless entry ........ 115, 121, 131
Mechanical key..................... 112
Replacing the battery ...........410
Warning buzzer ....................132
Wireless remote control........ 113
Knee airbags .............................34
L
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) Operation..............................239
Warning messages ...............249
Language (multi-information dis- play) .................................92, 102
LATCH anchors.........................60
Lever Auxiliary catch lever .............384
Hood lock release lever ........384
Shift lever .............................201
Turn signal lever ...................204
Wiper lever ...................216, 219
License plate lights Light switch...........................210