windshield wipers TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2012 XU40 / 2.G Owners Manual

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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ............ 196
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 198
Multi-information display ..... 203
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 213
Fog light switch ................... 219
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 221
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 224
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 226
Rear view monitor system .............................. 230
Driving assist systems ........ 234
Hill-start assist control ......... 239
2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions ....................... 241
Cargo and luggage ............. 246
Vehicle load limits ............... 250
Winter driving tips ............... 251
Trailer towing ...................... 255
Dinghy towing ..................... 274 3-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Front manual air conditioning system.......... 278
Front automatic air conditioning system.......... 284
Rear manual air conditioning system.......... 293
Rear automatic air conditioning system.......... 296
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 300
Windshield wiper de-icer .............................. 302
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 303
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 304
Using the radio ................... 308
Using the CD player ........... 315
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 322
Operating an iPod .............. 329
Operating a USB memory ............................ 336
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 344
Using the AUX port............. 347
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 349
3Interior features

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Pictorial indexExterior
Fog lights P. 219
Parking, side marker and frontturn signal lights
P. 213
Windshield wipers P. 221
Moon roof  P. 113
Outside rear view
mirrors
P. 108Headlights (low beam) P. 213
Headlights (high beam) and daytime
running lights
 P. 213, 217
Hood P. 458

When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 168
Power (ignition) switch ..... 179
Engine (ignition) switch .... 184
EV-Drive Mode................. 188
Transmission.................... 190
Turn signal lever .............. 193
Parking brake ................... 194
Horn ................................. 195
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 196
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 198
Multi-information display............................ 203
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 213
Fog light switch ................ 219
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 221
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 224 2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control ................... 226
Rear view monitor system ........................... 230
Driving assist systems ..... 234
Hill-start assist control ...... 239
2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions .................... 241
Cargo and luggage .......... 246
Vehicle load limits ............ 250
Winter driving tips ............ 251
Trailer towing ................... 255
Dinghy towing .................. 274

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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When driving
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Daytime running light system (if equipped)
●To help make your vehicle visible to other drivers, the headlights turn on
automatically (at a reduced intensity) whenever the hybrid system is
started and the parking brake is released. Daytime running lights are not
designed for use at night.
U.S.A.: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch.
● The daytime running light system helps to offer great durability and con-
sumes less electricity, so it can help enhance fuel economy.
■ Headlight control sensor (if equipped)
The sensor may not function properly if
an object is placed on the sensor, or any-
thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to
the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight sys-
tem to malfunction.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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When driving
Windshield wipers and washer
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation.
Ty p e A
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency

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Ty p e BIntermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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When driving
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The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in
the “ON” position.
Vehicles with smart key system
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle is blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■ Wash/wipe operation
Wipers operate automatically.

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NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
● If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
● To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
■ If the windshield washer nozzle become blocked
Contact your Toyota dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object.
This may damage the nozzle.
■ Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■ To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
11 P/SEAT (PS) 30 A Power seat
12 A/C NO.1 10 A Air conditioning system
13 FUEL OPN 7.5 A Fuel filler door opener
14 S/ROOF 20 A Electric moon roof
15 TAIL 15 A Side marker lights, tail lights,
license plate lights, fog lights, trailer
lights
16 PANEL 7.5 A Glove box light, instrument panel
lights, switch illumination
17 ECU IG NO.1 10 A Multiplex communication system,
electric moon roof, electronically
controlled transmission system,
power back door, seat heaters, tire
pressure warning system, electric
power steering, auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror, shift lock
system
18 ECU IG NO.2 7.5 A Brake system
19 A/C NO.2 10 A Air conditioning system, electric
cooling fan
20 WASH 20 A Windshield and rear window
washer
21 S-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
22 GAUGE NO.1 10 A Audio system, back-up lights,
emergency flashers, traction con-
trol system, windshield wiper
deicer, rear view monitor system,
power outlet, air conditioning sys-
tem
23 FR WIP 30 A Windshield wipers and washer
24 RR WIP 15 A Rear window wiper and washer
FuseAmpereCircuit

632 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 528
Moon roof .............................. 533
Open door ............................. 531
Seat belt reminder ................. 531
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 529
Brake assist system .............. 529
Brake system ........................ 528
Charging system .... ............... 529
Electric power steering
system ................................ 529
Electronic engine control system ................................ 529
Engine oil pressure ............... 529
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 529
Master warning light .............. 531
Open door ............................. 531
Pretensioners ........................ 529
Seat belt reminder light ......... 531
SRS airbags .......................... 529
Tire pressure warning light .... 531
Warning messages .................. 538
Washer
Checking ............................... 472
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 251
Switch............................ 221, 224
Washing and waxing ............... 442 Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 246
Load limits ............................. 250
Weight ................................... 570
Wheels ...................................... 488
Window glasses ...................... 110
Window lock switch................. 110
Windows
Power windows ..................... 110
Rear window defogger .......... 300
Washer.......................... 221, 224
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 302
Windshield wipers ................... 221
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 494
Wireless remote control .......... 59
WMA disc.................................. 322W