fuel type TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2007 XU40 / 2.G Owners Manual

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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
TOYOTA
Information before driving your Toyota
Utility vehicle precautions298
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Break −in period 299
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Fuel 299
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Operation in foreign countries 301
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Three −way catalytic converters 302
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Engine exhaust cautions 303
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Facts about engine oil consumption 303
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Iridium −tipped spark plugs 304
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Brake system 305
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 306
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Electric power steering system 306
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Your Toyota’s identification 307
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Theft prevention labels 308
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Suspension and chassis 308
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Tire information 309
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Vehicle load limits 317
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Cargo and luggage 318
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Types of tires 320
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SECTION 2

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Always slow down in gusty cross-
winds. Because of its profile and
higher center of gravity, your ve-
hicle is more sensitive to side
winds than an ordinary passenger
car. Slowing down will allow you to
have better control.
When offroad driving cannot be
avoided, do not drive at excessive
speeds, jump, make sharp turns, or
strike objects, etc. These maneu-
vers may result in loss of control
or vehicle rollover causing death or
serious injury. You also risk expen-
sive damage to your vehicle’s sus-
pension and chassis.
Do not drive horizontally across
steep slopes. Driving straight up or
straight down is preferred. Your ve-
hicle (or any similar offroad ve-
hicle) can tip over sideways much
more easily than forward or back-
ward.
Drive gently and avoid high speeds.
Your vehicle does not need an elaborate
break−in. But following a few simple tips
for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add
to the future economy and long life of
your vehicle:
Avoid full throttle acceleration when
starting and driving.
Avoid racing the hybrid system.
Try to avoid hard stops during the first
300 km (200 miles).
Do not tow a trailer during the first 800
km (500 miles). FUEL TYPE
Your new vehicle must use only un-
leaded gasoline.
To help prevent gas station mix
−ups, your
Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening.
The special nozzle on pumps with un-
leaded fuel will fit it, but the larger stan-
dard nozzle on pumps with leaded gas will
not.
At a minimum, the gasoline you use
should meet the specifications of ASTM
D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB 3.5 −M93
in Canada.
NOTICE
Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of
leaded gasoline will cause the three
way catalytic converter to lose its ef-
fectiveness and the emission control
system to function improperly. Also,
this can increase maintenance costs.
Breakin period Fuel

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OCTANE RATING
Select octane rating 87 (Research Oc-
tane Number 91) or higher.
Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than 87 may result in engine
knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to
engine damage.
If your engine knocks...
If you detect heavy knocking even when
using the recommended fuel, or if you
hear steady knocking while holding a
steady speed on level roads, consult your
Toyota dealer.
However, occasionally, you may notice
light knocking for a short time while accel-
erating or driving up hills. This is normal
and there is no need for concern.GASOLINE CONTAINING DETERGENT
ADDITIVES
Toyota recommends the use of gasoline
that contains detergent additives to
avoid buildup of engine deposits.
However, all gasoline sold in the U.S.
contains detergent additives to keep clean
and/or clean intake systems.
QUALITY GASOLINE
Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.,
Europe and Japan have developed a
specification for quality fuel named
WorldWide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that
is expected to be applied world wide.
The WWFC consists of four categories
that depend on required emission lev-
els. In the U.S., category 4 has been
adopted. The WWFC improves air quali-
ty by providing for better emissions in
vehicle fleets, and customer satisfaction
through better vehicle performance.CLEANER BURNING GASOLINE
Cleaner burning gasoline, including re-
formulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE is
available in many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner
burning gasoline and appropriately blended
reformulated gasoline. These types of gas-
oline provide excellent vehicle perfor-
mance, reduce vehicle emissions, and im-
prove air quality.
OXYGENATES IN GASOLINE
Toyota allows the use of oxygenate
blended gasoline where the oxygenate
content is up to 10% ethanol or 15%
MTBE. If you use gasohol in your
Toyota, be sure that it has an octane
rating no lower than 87.
Toyota does not recommend the use of
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2. Wash with a mild car−wash soap,
mixed according to the manufacturer ’s
instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and
keep it wet by dipping it frequently into
the wash water. Do not rub hard—let
the soap and water remove the dirt.
Fuel filler door: Do not apply water (high −
pressure car wash, for example) at or
near the fuel tank inlet with the fuel filler
door opened. If the water enters the air
vent, you may experience trouble with re-
fueling or rough engine idling.
Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic
wheel ornaments are damaged easily by
organic substances. If any organic sub-
stances splash an ornament, be sure to
wash them off with water and check if the
ornament is damaged.
Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap
or neutral detergent.
Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not
scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper
faces are soft.
Exterior lights: Wash carefully. Do not use
organic substances or scrub them with a
hard brush. This may damage the sur-
faces of the lights. Road tar: Remove with turpentine or
cleaners that are marked safe for painted
surfaces.
3. Rinse thoroughly—dried soap can cause streaking. In hot weather you
may need to rinse each section right
after you wash it.
4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not
rub or press hard—you might scratch
the paint.
NOTICE
Do not use organic substances
(gasoline, kerosene, benzine or
strong solvents), which may be tox-
ic or cause damage.
 Do not scrub any part of the ve-
hicle with a hard brush, which may
cause damage.
Automatic car wash
Your vehicle may be washed in an auto-
matic car wash, but remember that the
paint can be scratched by some type of
brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the
washing process itself. Scratching reduces
paint durability and gloss, especially on
darker colors. The manager of the car
wash should be able to advise you wheth-
er the process is safe for the paint on
your vehicle.
Waxing your Toyota
Polishing and waxing is recommended
to maintain the original beauty of your
Toyota’s finish.
Once a month or if the vehicle surface
does not repel water well, apply wax.
1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be- fore you begin waxing, even if you are
using a combined cleaner and wax.
2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weath-
ered, use a car −cleaning polish, fol-
lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol-
low the manufacturer ’s instructions and
precautions. Be sure to polish and wax
the chrome trim as well as the paint.

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Fuel type:Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 65 (17.2, 14.3) Type:
Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output: Front motor123 kW
Rear motor
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50 kW
Maximum torque: Front motor333 N·m (33.9 kgf·m, 245 ft·lbf)
Rear motor
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130 N·m (13.2 kgf·m, 95 ft·lbf)
∗: All wheel drive models only Type:
Nickel −Metal hydride battery
Voltage: 9.6 V/module
Capacity: 6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity: 30 modules
Overall voltage: 288 V
Fuel Traction motorHybrid battery

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46. IG1 7.5 A: Hybrid system, power door
lock system, multiplex communication
system, airbag on −off indicator lights,
turn signal lights, back −up lights, out-
side rear view mirror defoggers, auto
anti −glare inside rear view mirror, pow-
er outlet (115 VAC), seat heaters, navi-
gation system
47. RR WIP 15 A: Rear window wiper
48. STOP 20 A: Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight, electronically controlled brake
system, transmission control system,
hybrid system
49. OBD 7.5 A: On−board diagnosis sys-
tem
50. SEAT HTR 15 A: Seat heaters
51. IG2 15 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential fuel injection system,
engine ignition system
52. WASHER 20 A: Windshield washer,
rear window washer
53. FUEL OPN 7.5 A: Fuel filler door
opening system
54. FR DEF 20 A: Windshield wiper deicer,
rear view mirror defoggers
55. P FR DOOR 20 A: Power windows,
door courtesy light 56. TAIL 10 A:
Parking lights, tail lights,
side marker lights, license plate lights,
front fog lights
57. PANEL 7.5 A: Instrument panel lights
Fuses (type B)
58. ABS MTR2 30 A: Electronically con-
trolled brake system
59. ABS MTR1 30 A: Electronically con-
trolled brake system
60. HEATER 50 A: Air conditioning system,
“WATER PUMP” fuse
61. RR HTR 30 A: Rear heater system
62. RR DEF 30 A: Rear window defogger
63. RDI FAN NO.1 40 A: Electric cooling
fan
64. RDI FAN NO.2 40 A: Electric cooling
fan
65. MAIN 40 A: “H−LP L LWR”, “H −LP L
UPR”, “H− LP R LWR”, “H −LP R UPR”
and “DRL” fuses
66. IGCT NO.1 50 A: “INV W/P”, “IGCT
NO.2”, “IGCT NO.3”, “IGCT NO.4” and
“IGCT NO.5” fuses
67. AM1 40 A: “ECU−IG”, “WASHER”,
“IG1”, “WIPER”, “RR WIP”, “HEATER
(10 A)”, “RAD NO.2” and “CIG” fuses
68. POWER 30 A: Power seat Fuses (type C)
69. DC/DC 120 A: Hybrid system

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Quick index
 If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 144 . . . . . . . . . . .
 If a warning message appears 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle will not start 338 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle overheats 341 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 342 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 353 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If a road accident occurs 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 Tips for driving during break −in period 299 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the hybrid system 324 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\

 General maintenance 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
See page 299 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
65 L (17.2 gal., 14.3 Imp.gal.)
Engine oil:
ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page 387 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 390 through 398.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 415.
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