fuel consumption TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2017 XU50 / 3.G Owners Manual

1092. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
●Current fuel consumption*1
Displays the current rate of fuel consumption
● Average fuel economy (after reset
*2/after start/after refuel)*1
Displays the average fuel economy since the function was reset,
the hybrid system wa s started, and the vehicle was refueled,
respectively
Use the displayed average fuel economy as a reference.
● Average vehicle speed (after reset*2/after start)*1
Displays the average vehicle speed since the function was reset
and the hybrid system was started, respectively
● Elapsed time (after reset
*2/after start)*1
Displays the elapsed time since the function was reset and the
hybrid system was started, respectively
● Distance (driving range/after start/after reset
*2)*1
Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with
the quantity of fuel remaining and the distance driven after the
hybrid system was started, respectively.
• This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis-
played.
• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may
not be updated.
When refueling, turn the power switch off. If the vehicle is refueled with-
out turning the power switch off, the display may not be updated.
● Energy monitor
→P. 1 1 3
● Display off
A blank screen is displayed
*1: Can be registered to Drive information 1 through 3. ( →P. 110)
*2: Resetting procedures
• Select a function to be reset using the meter control switches and then press and hold to reset.
• If there are two functions that can be reset, check boxes will be dis-
played next to those functions.
Drive information

1102. Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Select using the meter control switches.
Select an item and then set it with the center button.
■LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) settings
→P. 6 6 9
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) settings
→P. 6 6 9
■BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) settings (if equipped)
Select to activate/deactivate the BSM (Blind Spot Monitor).
(
→P. 669)
■Meter settings
● Language
Select to change the language on the display.
● Units
Select to change the unit of measure for fuel consumption.
● Maintenance system (for U.S.A)
Select to reset the maintenance data after the required mainte-
nance is performed. (
→P. 498)
● EV Indicator Light
Select to activate/deactiva te the EV Indicator Light.
● switch settings
You can register 1 screen as the top screen. To register, press
and hold while the desired screen is displayed.
● Drive information 1 through 3
Select to select up to 2 items t hat will be displayed on a Drive
information screen, up to 3 Drive information screens can be set.
● Pop-up display
Select to set the following pop-up displays, which may appear in
some situations, on/off.
• Route guidance display of t he navigation system-linked sys-
tem (if equipped)
• Incoming call display of the hands-free phone system
• Instrument panel brightness adjustment display
Settings display
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1162. Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Press the “APPS” button.
Touch “ECO” on the “Apps”
screen.
If the “Energy Monitor” or “Past
Record” screen is displayed, touch
“Trip Information”.
Resetting the consumption data
Fuel consumption in the past 15
minutes
Regenerated energy in the past
15 minutes
One symbol indicates 50 Wh.
Up to 5 symbols are shown.
Average vehicle speed since
the hybrid system was started.
Elapsed time since the hybrid system was started.
Cruising range
This image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual condi-
tions.
Trip Information (audio system screen)
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1172. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
Press the “APPS” button.
Touch “ECO” on the “Apps” screen.
If the “Energy Monitor” or “Trip Information” screen is displayed, touch
“Past Record”.
Resetting the past record
data
Best past fuel consumption
Average fuel consumption
Displays a maximum of five past
records of the average fuel con-
sumption.
Previous fuel consumption
record
Update
The average fuel consumption and graph are updated, and a new aver-
age fuel consumption record begins.
This image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual condi-
tions.
■ Resetting the consumption data
Selecting “Clear” on the “Trip Information” screen will reset the fuel consump-
tion and regenerated energy for the last 15 minutes. Selecting “Clear” on the
“Past Record” screen will reset the past records and best past fuel consump-
tion. Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all the
data.
Past Record screen (audio system screen)
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2344-2. Driving procedures
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
*1: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for thedriving conditions. Setting the shift lever to the D position is recommended
for normal driving.
*2: Selecting shift ranges using S mode controls engine braking forces.
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips
that involve frequent accelerating.
Press the “ECO MODE” switch to
select Eco drive mode.
The “ECO MODE” indicator will be
displayed on the multi-information
display.
Press the button again to cancel
Eco drive mode.
Shift position purpose
Shift positionFunction
PParking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system
RReversing
NNeutral
DNormal driving*1
SS mode driving*2 ( →P. 235)
Selecting Eco drive mode

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4-6. Driving tips
◆Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (h eating/cooling) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. ( →P. 434)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicate of
Hybrid System Indicator within Eco area. ( →P. 105)
◆Shift lever operation
Shift the shift lever to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving in
heavy traffic, etc. Shift the shift lever to P when parking. When
using the N, there is no positive effect on fuel consumption. In the
N, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be gener-
ated. Also, when using the air cond itioning system, etc., the hybrid
battery (traction batter y) power is consumed.
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
●Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accelerati on and deceleration will make
more effective use of the electric motor (traction motor) without
having to use gasoline engine power.
● Avoid repeated acceleration. Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be restored by driving with the
accelerator pedal slightly released.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driv ing, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points:

3354-6. Driving tips
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Driving
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoi ding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the br akes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehi cle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.

3364-6. Driving tips
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause larg e amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appro-
priate for the season.
◆Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage will lead to poor fuel economy. Avoid carry-
ing unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack will also cause
poor fuel economy.
◆Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically
when cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, fre-
quently driving short distances wi ll cause the engine to repeatedly
warm up, which can lead to excess fuel consumption.

4396-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-
shield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Windshield fog detection function
When automatic mode is set, the humidity sensor ( →P. 440) detects fog on
the windshield and controls the air conditioning system to prevent fog.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During
cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle
interior effectively.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
■ When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condition-
ing system is on
● In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition-
ing system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also
reduce fuel consumption.
● Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the power switch
is turned to ON mode.
● It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air m\
ode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
■ Air conditioning filter
→P. 537
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C auto switch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 666)

6689-2. Customization
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
*1: For details about each function: →P. 1 1 0
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3: U.S.A. only
*4: Some status screens cannot be registered (indicated on multi-information
display).
*5: 6 of the following items: current fuel consumption, average fuel economy(after reset), average fuel economy (after refuel), average fuel economy
(after start), average vehicle speed (after reset), average vehicle speed
(after start), distance (driving range), elapsed time (after reset), elapsed
time (after start), distance (after start), driving distance (after reset), blank.
*6: Speed limit display may not be available for some regions.
Drive information 3
Driving distance (after reset)
*5—O—Average vehicle speed (after
reset)
Pop-up displayOnOff—O—
Accent colorLight blue
Blue
OO—Orange
Yellow
Speed limit display*6
On with the
speed limit cau- tion indicator
(yellow) enabled
On with the
speed limit cau-
tion indicator (yellow) not enabled
—OO
Off
Function*1Default settingCustomized set- ting123