TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2017 XU50 / 3.G Quick Reference Guide

OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
9 Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine oil filler cap
Engine coolant reservoir
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer
to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Engine maintenance
Light control-Instrument cluster
The brightness level of the meters
when the surroundings are bright
(day mode) and dark (night mode)
can be adjusted individually.
However,when in day mode,
adjusting the brightness level will
also change the brightness level of
night mode.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
(1) Put the selector lever in “P.”
(2) Depress the brake pedal, and “
” will be displayed on the Multi-Information
Display.
(3) Press the “POWER” switch briefly and firmly.
(4) The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains
steady and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
Starting the Hybrid System
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition,
the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel
economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display and/or navigation system
screen (if equipped).
Tips for improved fuel economy
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
2. Link trips to reduce engine cold starts whenever possible.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
5. Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System

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ECO drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve
frequent accelerating.
EV drive mode
Use EV drive mode when driving short distances to reduce noise late at night in resi-
dential areas or to cut emissions when parking in a small garage or underground car
park.
Hybrid transmission
* The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from
Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.

+: Upshift (push and release)

-: Downshift (pull and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill.
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift
lever in the “D” position.
“S” (Sequential) mode
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
P
R
N
D
“S” mode
+
-

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Vehicles without Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and
driver’s door is opened.
Vehicles with Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is set to OFF and driver’s
door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Door locks
LockUnlock
Unlock
Lock
The VSC OFF switch can be used to help free a stuck vehicle in surroundings like
mud, dirt or snow. While car is stopped, press switch to disable the TRAC system.
To disable both VSC and TRAC systems, press the switch for at least 3 seconds.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
VSC OFF button
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/TRAC OFF switch

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Moon roof (if equipped)
Sliding operationTilting operation
Tilt
Close
Recommended open position to
minimize wind noise. Push once to open partway;
again to open completely.
Panoramic moon roof (if equipped)
Shade operationTilting operation
If the moon roof is open, pressing the
switch closes it up to the tilt-up position.
If the shade is closed past the half-open
position when the switch is pressed, it will
open up to the half-open position. To stop operation partway, quickly slide
and release the switch again.
Close
Open
Sliding operation
The moon roof stops slightly before the fully open position to reduce wind noise and the
shade opens fully. Slide the switch again to fully open or close the moon roof.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Driving position memory (if equipped)
Seat position adjustment
Seatback angle adjustment
Lumbar support adjustment
Seat cushion length adjustmentMemory position 1
Memory position 2
Set memory position
Seat adjustments-Front
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release
lever
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Angle
Length
Steering lock release
Turn
Push
Power seat

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Pull
Seats -Stowing & returning third row seats
(1) Pull(2) Raise
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release button
Height
Lock release buttonLock release button
FrontSecond rowThird row
HeightHeight
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Seat adjustments-Rear
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seatback angle adjustment straps
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Second row type 1 Second row type 2Third row seat

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Windshield wipers & washers
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Power outlets-12V DC & 120V AC
Instrument panel
(12V DC)
The “ENGINE START STOP”/ignition switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position
to be used.
Center console
(12V DC)
Rear center console
(120V AC)Rear center console
(12V DC)
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Off
Push to Wash and wipe
Rear
Front-Intermittent
Front-Auto (Rain-sensing)
1 Intermittent windshield
wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease
wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield
wipers Rotate to increase/
decrease sensor sensitivity.
(if equipped)Temporary
operation
Rain sensing
(AUTO)
Low
HighAdjust sensitivity2
Pull to wash
and wipe
Interval wipe Mist
Slow
Fast Adjust frequency
1
Pull to wash
and wipe

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Lights & turn signals
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) (if equipped) Automatically turns on the
headlights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cut off system Lights automatically turn off after a delay of 30
seconds, or when lock switch on remote is pushed after all doors are locked.
Low beam
High beam
High beam flasher
Parking lights
Auto
DRL OFF
With DRL OFF switch
Headlights
Turn
Turn signals
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Door-Power Liftgate (back door) (if equipped)
PushPush and hold
Instrument panel Open and close
Open: Push and hold
Close: Push and hold again
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the power back door needs to be reinitialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Open onlyRemote
control
(with
Smartkey)
Programmable Power Liftgate
1. When the liftgate reaches the desired height, push the rear liftgate close-
button (on the door jam of the liftgate) once. Press and hold the button until
the buzzer sounds.
2. To reset the height, with the liftgate open and not moving, press and hold the
rear liftgate close-button until it buzzes, and continue to hold until it buzzes
again -then let go. Push the same button to close the liftgate. When you next
open the liftgate it will open to the maximum height.
3. The height can also be set through the “Setup” screen on the audio display.
Setup > Vehicle Customization > Other Vehicle Settings > Power Back Door
Opening Adjust. Through this screen, there are 5 height options to choose
from.
NOTE: If the liftgate has stopped operating, check inside the glove box, on the
left side, to ensure the PWR DOOR OFF button has not been pushed.
For detailed instructions, see Owner’s Manual.