transmission oil TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2015 XU50 / 3.G Owners Manual

2044-1. Before driving
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F02U)
NOTICE
■When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is
accidentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 486)
■ When encounterin g flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, rear electric motor (traction motor), etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

3234-6. Driving tips
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Driving
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F02U)
NOTICE
■To prevent water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
hybrid battery, hybrid system or other components does not occur.
● Water entering the engine compartment may cause severe damage to the
hybrid system. Water entering the interior may cause the hybrid battery
stowed under the rear seats to short circuit.
● Water entering the hybrid transaxle will cause deterioration in transmission
quality. The malfunction indicator may come on, and the vehicle may not
be drivable.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-
mature failure, and may also enter the transaxle case, reducing the gear
oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the riverbed for firmness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
● Sand and mud that has accumulated in brake drums and around brake
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo-
nents.
● Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driv-
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

5508-1. Specifications
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F02U)
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent t hat these items are avail-
able as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1* that
follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1* below

593Alphabetical index
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F02U)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 512
If you have a flat tire ............. 486
If you think something is wrong.................................. 456
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 525
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 451
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 452
If your vehicle overheats ....... 521
Energy monitor ........................ 117
Engine....................................... 530 ACCESSORY mode ............. 230
Compartment ........................ 399
Hood ..................................... 396
How to start the hybrid system ......... ....................... 229
Identification number ............ 530
If the hybrid system
will not start ........................ 510
Ignition switch
(power switch) .................... 229
Overheating .......................... 521
Power switch......................... 229
Engine coolant ......................... 403
Capacity ................................ 534
Checking ............................... 403
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 316
Engine coolant temperature gauge...................................... 103 Engine oil ................................. 400
Capacity................................ 532
Checking............................... 400
Oil pressure warning light ..... 457
Oil pressure warning
message............................. 474
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 316
Engine switch .......................... 229
Enhanced VSC ......................... 291
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ..... 292 Function ................................ 292
Warning light......................... 458
EV drive mode ......................... 235
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
Flat tire ..................................... 486
Floor mats .................................. 28
Fluid Brake .................................... 535
Hybrid transmission .............. 535
Washer ................................. 406
Fog lights ................................. 254 Replacing light bulbs ............ 434
Switch ................................... 254
Wattage ................................ 539
Front automatic air conditioning system ............. 326
Front door courtesy lights Location ................................ 339
Wattage ................................ 539
Front fog lights ........................ 254 Replacing light bulbs ............ 434
Switch ................................... 254
Wattage ................................ 539
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 54
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