cruise control TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2008 XU40 / 2.G Owners Manual

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers .............................. 200
Headlight switch .................. 200
Fog light switch ................... 204
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 205
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 207
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................... 208
Cruise control ...................... 208
Rear view monitor system .............................. 211
Driving assist systems ........ 215
2-5. Driving information ........... 220 Utility vehicle precautions ....................... 220
Cargo and luggage ............. 225
Vehicle load limits................. 229
Winter driving tips ............... 230
Trailer towing ...................... 234
Dinghy towing ..................... 244 3-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger .................. 248
Front manual air conditioning system.......... 248
Front automatic air conditioning system.......... 253
Rear manual air conditioning system.......... 261
Rear automatic air conditioning system.......... 264
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 267
Windshield wiper de-icer .............................. 269
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 270
3-2. Using the audio system ............................. 271
Audio system (without navigation system) ........... 271
Using the radio ................... 274
Using the CD player ........... 280
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 287
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 294
Using the AUX adapter....... 297
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 299
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Talk switch , * P. 335
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Audio remote control switches P. 299
Climate remote control switches  P. 270
Cruise control switch
P. 208Telephone switch , * P. 335
“DISP” switch P. 190

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For your information
Main Owners Manual
Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement,
we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products may affect performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may
affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake
system, SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-
tions regarding installation.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow-
ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic
shielding.

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2-1. Driving procedures ........ 164Driving the vehicle............ 164
Power (ignition) switch ............................. 174
EV-Drive Mode................. 178
Transmission..................... 180
Turn signal lever .............. 182
Parking brake ................... 183
2-2. Instrument cluster.......... 184 Gauges and meters ......... 184
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 186
Multi-information display............................ 190
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers ........................... 200
Headlight switch ............... 200
Fog light switch ................ 204
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 205
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 207 2-4. Using other driving
systems ........................ 208
Cruise control ................... 208
Rear view monitor system ........................... 211
Driving assist systems ..... 215
2-5. Driving information ........ 220 Utility vehicle precautions .................... 220
Cargo and luggage .......... 225
Vehicle load limits.............. 229
Winter driving tips ............ 230
Trailer towing ................... 234
Dinghy towing .................. 244

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Center panel (vehicles with navigation system)
■ Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 182)Headlight indicator
( P. 200)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 202)Tail light indicator
(P. 200)
Slip indicator
(P. 216)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 204)
Shift position indicators ( P. 180)
SRS airbag on-off indi-
cator (P. 142)
Immobilizer system/theft
deterrent system (if
equipped) indicator
(P. 120 124)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 208)
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2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control
Use cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the acceler-
ator.
■ Set the vehicle speed
Turn the “ON-OFF” button on.
Press the button once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to
the desired speed and push
the lever down to set the
cruise control speed.
■ Adjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set
speed can be made by lightly
pushing the lever up or down
and releasing it.
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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
■Cruise control can be set when
●The shift lever is in D.
● Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). Within the limits
of the hybrid system’s capabilities, cruising speed can be maintained up
or down grades.
■ Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally.
■ Automatic cruise control cancellation
The set speed is automatically cancelled in any of the following situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset
vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h).
● VSC is activated.
■ Canceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Push the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The speed setting is also can-
celed when the brakes are
applied.
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push
the lever up.

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■If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Turn the “ON-OFF” button off once, and then reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Contact your Toyota dealer and have your Toyota inspected.
CAUTION
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Keep the “ON-OFF” button off when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause seri-
ous or fatal accident.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills

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CAUTION
■Trailer towing precautions
●Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
● Exceeding the towing capacity, GVWR or GAWR can cause an accident
resulting in death or serious personal injuries.
■ To avoid accident or injury
●Do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) or the posted towing speed limit, which-
ever is lower. As instability (swaying) of the towing vehicle-trailer combina-
tion increases as speed increases, exceeding 45 mph (72 km/h) may
cause loss of control.
● Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight,
gross axle weight and trailer tongue load capacities.
● Never load more weight in the back than in the front of the trailer. About
60% of the load should be in the front half of the trailer, and the remaining
40% in the rear.
● Do not use cruise control when you are towing.
● Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill
grades. Do not make sudden downshifts.
● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes too
frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced
braking efficiency.
● Do not tow the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed.
■ Hitches
●If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer.
● Use only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight requirement.
● The towing capacity of 3500 lb. (1500 kg) can only be guaranteed when
using a genuine Toyota hitch assembly or equivalent.
● Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
● Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease.
● Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer. After
removing the hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle body to prevent
entry of any substances into the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Brakes
Fluid...................................... 434
Parking brake ....................... 183
Brake assist ............................. 215
Break-in tips ............................ 165
Care Exterior ................................. 404
Interior .................................. 407
Seat belts ............................. 408
Cargo capacity ........................ 229
Cargo hooks ............................ 388
CD changer .............................. 280
CD player ................................. 280
Chains ...................................... 230
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 149
Booster seats, installation .... 152
Convertible seats, definition............................. 149
Convertible seats, installation .......................... 152
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 142
Infant seats, definition .......... 149
Infant seats, installation ........ 152
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ........................ 158
Installing CRS with seat belts ................................... 154
Installing CRS with top
straps ................................. 159
Child safety Airbag precautions ............... 137
Child restraint system ........... 148
Child-protectors ...................... 75
How your child should wear
the seat belt ....................... 102
Installing child restraints ....... 152
Moon roof precautions.......... 112 Power window lock switch.....110
Power window precautions ...111
Removed key battery
precautions .........................457
Seat belt extender
precautions .........................104
Seat belt precautions ............103
Seat heater precautions ........385
12-volt battery precautions .................437, 521
Child-protectors .........................75
Cleaning
Exterior ..................................404
Interior ...................................407
Seat belts ..............................408
Clock .........................................190
Compass ...................................399
Condenser ................................434
Console box .............................365
Conversation mirror ................380
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating....523
Cruise control...........................208
Cup holders ..............................368
Curtain shield airbags .............130
Customizable features.............559
Daytime running light
system ....................................202
Defogger Rear window .........................267
Side mirrors ...........................267
Dimension.................................530
Dinghy towing ..........................244
Display Energy flow .............................35
Multi-information display .......190
Trip information .....................190
Warning message .................500
Do-it-yourself main tenance.....416
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ..............361
Wattage .................................543
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