battery TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

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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
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.