TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2020 (in English) User Guide

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
NOTE: The Smart Key must be carried to enable the start function. With the
Park position selected and the brake pedal depressed, push the “POWER”
switch.
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Off - All systems OFF. Emergency flashers can be used.
Accessory – Some electrical components can be used.
On - All electrical components can be used.
Push and hold
Push
START FUNCTION
Smart Key system
POWER (WITHOUT STARTING HYBRID SYSTEM)
PANIC BUTTON

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NOTE: To close, tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened \�
enough, Check Engine “
” indicator may illuminate.
Turn to open
Store
Close
Engage support rod
PullPull up the auxiliary catch
lever and raise hood
Fuel tank door release & cap
Hood release
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer t\�o the
“Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Darker
Brighter
The brightness of the meters is changed between day mode and night mode.\�
- Day mode: When the surrounding area is bright
- Night mode: When the surrounding area is dark
Instrument panel light control
Engine oil level dipstickEngine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil filler cap
Engine maintenance

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(1)
Put the shift 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, shift the gear to the desired position and you may be\�gin
driving.
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline \�engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power fo\�r the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking for\�ce
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In add\�ition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fu\�el economy,
reduced vehicle emissions.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display and/or navigation system
screen (if equipped).
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
2. When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on\� the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking en\�ergy.
5. Minimize use of the Air conditioning.
FEATURES & OPERATIONS Hybrid Synergy Drive System
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
STARTING THE HYBRID SYSTEM

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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
* The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to sh\�ift 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 do\�wnhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with th\�e shift lever
in the “D” position. Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or\� turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph (20 \�km/h).
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Auto lock/unlock
Lock
Unlock
Door locks
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
P
R
N
D
“S” mode
+ (“S” mode)
- (“S” mode)
Hybrid transmission
“S” (SEQUENTIAL) MODE

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ONSET
OFFRELEASE
Electric parking brake
Automatic (shift lever operation)
To turn automatic mode ON, while vehicle is stopped, pull and hold switc\�h until
“EPB Shift Interlock Function Activated” displays in Multi-Informa\�tion Display (MID).
While depressing brake, shifting into P position will automatically set \�the brake
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To rele\�ase brake,
depress brake and shift out of P. The indicator light turns off.
To turn automatic mode OFF, push and hold parking brake switch until “\�EPB Shift
Interlock Function Deactivated” displays on the MID.
Manual
While vehicle is stopped and brake pedal is depressed, pull to set parki\�ng brake
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To rele\�ase, press
the brake pedal and push switch. The indicator light turns off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.Parking brake light
Standby indicatorOperated indicator
PARKING BRAKE
The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in\� D, S or N
with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the ve\�hicle.
The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed wi\�th the
shift lever in D or S to allow smooth start off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
BRAKE HOLD
Driver sideAutomatic modeManual mode
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Push
Turn
When the steering lock cannot be released, “Push Power Switch while T\�urning
Steering Wheel in Either Direction” will be displayed on the multi-in\�formation display.
Check that the shift lever is in P. Press the power switch shortly and f\�irmly while
turning the steering wheel left and right.
Steering lock release
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Angle
Lock release lever
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Length
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
Driver sideWindow lock switch
Up
Down
All window auto up/down Push the switch completely down or pull it completely
up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, opera\�te the
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch
Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
Windows-Power

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SHADE OPERATIONTILTING OPERATION
Moonroof (if equipped)
Panoramic moonroof (if equipped)
Tilt
Close
Recommended open position to
minimize wind noise.
If the moonroof 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.
Lightly press either side of the sunshade switch
to stop the electronic sunshade partway.
Close
Open
The moonroof 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 moonroof.
SLIDING OPERATION
Push once to open partway; again to open
completely.
Push once to open completely.
Lightly press either side of the moonroof switch while opening/tilting is in progress,
the moonroof stops partway.
SLIDING OPERATION
TILTING OPERATION
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Power Liftgate (back door) (if equipped)
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the power back door needs to be reinitialize\�d.
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 unti\�l the buzzer
sounds (4 times).
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 i\�t 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. To set the height using the Multi-Information Display, press “
” meter control
switches and select “
” from the MID. Press “” and select and
then press “
.” Select Opening Adjustment, then press “.” Select desired
position (5 height options to choose from,) then press “
.”
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this \�system.
PROGRAMMABLE POWER LIFTGATE
Instrument panel
Power Liftgate (back door)
Hands-Free, Foot-Activated Power Liftgate
(if equipped)
Open: Push and hold
Close: Push and hold again
(close only)
Sensor areaKick sensor
(open only)
Carry Smart Key remote
To automatically open/close Power Liftgate Quickly swipe your foot near the
lower center part of the rear bumper for within 1 second to trigger sens\�or. To
operate, make sure that the touchless sensor operation is enabled and th\�at you are
carrying the remote.

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MANUAL SEAT
POWER SEAT
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Seat position
(forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seatback angle
Seat position
(forward/backward)
Seat cushion
(front) angle
(driver’s side only)
Seat height
(driver’s side only) Lumbar support
(driver’s side only)
Lock release button Lock release button Lock release button
FrontSecond rowThird row
Seat adjustments-Front
Seats-Head restraints
FEATURES & OPERATIONS