TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2012 XU40 / 2.G Owners Manual

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven 
pedal effort or catching)?
Transmission “Park” mechanism • Ca

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Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Door • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire • Inflat

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Maintenance and care
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. Th

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
1

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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Fuses ( P. 497)• Fuse with same amperage rating 
as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 470) 
Tire inflation

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious i

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
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Do not touch the engine compartment when the electric cooling fans are
operating.
Vehicles without smart key system: The electric

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Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the auxiliary catch lever
an

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
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Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehic

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Positioning a floor jack
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-
rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury.
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