TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2008 XU40 / 2.G Owners Manual

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CAUTION
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that your compact spare
tire is specifically designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another
vehicle.
●Do not use two compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, deceleration and braking, as well as sharp
cornering.
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing
to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri-
ous injury.

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NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire.
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle.
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire
compared to when drivin g with standard tires. Be careful when driving
over uneven road surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving
performance.
■When stowing the flat tire
●Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle
underbody.
●Tighten the spare tire clamp bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by the
hook securely.

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If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the
situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate proce-
dure:
■ The hybrid system will not start, even though the correct
starting procedure is being followed. ( P. 174)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( P. 517)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
( P. 120)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malf unction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. ( P. 514)
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 519)
● The 12-volt battery terminal c onnections may be loose or cor-
roded.

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Emergency start functionWhen the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
use as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the “POWER”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “POWER” switch to the ACCESSORY mode.
Push and hold the “POWER” switch about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Ha ve the vehicle checked by your
Toyota dealer.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the 12-volt ba ttery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 519)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to the ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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If you lose your keys
New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer. Bring the key
and the key number stamped on the key number plate.

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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors, and mechanical key linked functions
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
Changing “POWER” switch modes and starting the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and apply the brakes.
Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate
that the start function cannot
detect the electronic key that is
touched to the “POWER” switch if
any of the doors is opened and
closed while the key is touched to
the switch.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (P. 49) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote con-
trol cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened or the
hybrid system can be started by following the procedure below.
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To change “POWER” switch modes: Within 5 seconds of the
buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the
“POWER” switch. Modes can be changed each time the
switch is pressed. ( P. 175)
To start the hybrid system: Press the “POWER” switch within
5 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal
depressed.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact
your Toyota dealer.
■ Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “POWER” switch as you normally do
when stopping the hybrid system.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is the temporary measure, it is recommended that
the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery
depletes. ( P. 456)
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If the vehicle 12-volt batter y is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if
the vehicle's 12-volt battery is discharged.
You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or boo ster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota following
the steps below.
Connecting the jumper cables
If required, remove all vent plugs from the booster battery. Lay a
cloth over the open vents on t he booster battery. (This helps
reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.)
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
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■Avoiding a discharged 12-volt battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharge
●The hybrid system may not start. ( P. 436)
● The power back door must be initialized ( P. 7 9 )
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the 12-v olt battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “POWER” switch
OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn
the “POWER” switch to ON mode, then start the hybrid sys-
tem.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
does not comes on, contact your Toyota dealer.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the hybrid system starts, ha ve the vehicle inspected at your
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