warning light TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

4867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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8Fully depress the secondary
latch and remove the
holding bracket from the
hoist assembly .
9 Tilt the bracket and pass it
through the wheel opening.
Then remove the hoist
assembly . 1
Chock the tires.
2 Slightly loosen the wheel
nuts (one turn).
Vehicles with wheel locks: Use the
wheel lock key to loosen the wheel
lock.
WARNING
■When storing the spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or
other body parts between the
spare tire and the body of the
vehicle.
Replacing a flat tire
Flat tireWheel chock
positions
Front left-hand
sideBehind the rear
right-hand side
tire
Front right-hand
sideBehind the rear
left-hand side tire
Rear left-hand
sideIn front of the
front right-hand
side tire
Rear right-hand
sideIn front of the
front left-hand
side tire

4917-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
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7Confirm it is not loose after
tightening:
1 Push and pull the tire
2 Try rotating
Visually check to ensure tire is not
hung on surrounding parts.
If looseness or misassembly exists,
repeat steps 2 to 7 .
8Repeat step 7, any time the
tire is lowered or disturbed.
9 Stow the jack and all tools.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identi-
fied by the label “TEMPORARY
USE ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire tempo-
rarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to che ck the tire infla-
tion pressure of the compact
spare tire. ( P.515)
■When using the compact spare
tire
As the compact spare tire is not
equipped with a tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter, low infla-
tion pressure of the spare tire will
not be indicated by the tire pressure
warning system. Also, if you replace
the compact spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on,
the light remains on.
■When the compact spare tire is
equipped
When driving with the compact spare tire installed, the vehicle
height will be different than when
driving with standard tires.
■If you have a flat front tire on a
road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one
of the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Perform the following steps and fit
tire chains to the front tires:
1 Replace a rear tire with the com-
pact spare tire.
2 Replace the flat front tire with the
tire removed from the rear of the
vehicle.
3 Fit tire chains to the front tires.
WARNING
■When using the compact
spare tire
●Remember that the compact
spare tire provided is specifi-
cally designed for use with your
vehicle. Do not use your com-
pact spare tire on another vehi-
cle.
●Do not use more than one com-
pact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire
with a standard tire as soon as
possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration,
abrupt steering, sudden brak-
ing and shifting operations that
cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire
is attached
The vehicle speed may not be
correctly detected, and the follow-
ing systems may not operate cor-
rectly:
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRAC
• EPS

4927-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
• VDIM
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)
• Automatic High Beam
• AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (if equipped)
• Toyota parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only can the following
system not be utilized fully, but it
may even negatively affect the
drive-train components:
• E-Four (AWD models)
■Speed limit when using the
compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess
of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a com-
pact spare tire is installed on the
vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not
designed for driving at high
speeds. Failure to observe this
precaution may lead to an acci-
dent causing death or serious
injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the
tools and jack are securely in
place in their storage location to
reduce the possibility of personal
injury during a collision or sudden
braking.
NOTICE
■Be careful when driving over
bumps with the compact
spare tire installed on the
vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when
driving with the compact spare tire
compared to when driving with
standard tires. Be careful when
driving over uneven road sur-
faces.
■Driving with tire chains and
the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the com-
pact spare tire. Tire chains may
damage the vehicle body and
adversely affect driving perfor-
mance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the
wheels, tires or the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter,
contact your Toyota dealer as the
tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.
■When stowing the flat tire
●Ensure that there is no object
caught between the tire and the
vehicle underbody.

5027-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER HV_U• Use the exhaust hose that was
attached to the 12-volt battery
before replacing and confirm that
it is firmly connected to the hole
section of the vehicle.
• Use the exhaust hole plug
included with the 12-volt battery
replaced or the one installed on
the 12-volt battery prior to the
replacement. (Depending on the
12-volt battery to be replaced, the
exhaust hole may be plugged.)
Exhaust hole
Exhaust hole plug
Exhaust hose
Hole section of the vehicle
For details, consult your Toyota
dealer.
WARNING
■When removing the 12-volt
battery terminals
Always remove the negative (-)
terminal first. If the positive (+) ter-
minal contacts any metal in the
surrounding area when the posi-
tive (+) terminal is removed, a
spark may occur, le ading to a fire
in addition to electrical shocks
and death or serious injury.
■When disconnecting the
12-volt battery
Do not disconnect the negative (-)
terminal on the body side. The
disconnected negative (-) terminal
may touch the positive (+) termi-
nal, which may cause a short and
result in death or serious injury.
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires
or explosions
Observe the following precautions
to prevent accidentally igniting the
flammable gas that may be emit-
ted from the 12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is
connected to the correct termi-
nal and that it is not unintention-
ally in contact with any other
than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of
the jumper cable connected to
the “+” terminal to come into
contact with any other parts or
metal surfaces in the area, such
as brackets or unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps
of the jumper cables to come
into contact with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches,
cigarette lighters or allow open
flame near the 12-volt battery.
■12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poi-
sonous and corrosive acidic elec-
trolyte, while related parts contain
lead and lead compounds.
Observe the following precautions
when handling the 12-volt battery:
●When working with the 12-volt
battery, always wear safety
glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to
come into cont act with skin,
clothing or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the 12-volt bat-
tery.

557What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Is the power switch in ON?
If you cannot release the shift lever
by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON ( P.221)
 It is locked automatically to
prevent theft of the vehicle.
( P.214)
 Is the window lock switch
pressed?
The power window except for the
one at the driver’s seat cannot be
operated if the win dow lock switch
is pressed. ( P.181)
 The auto power off function
will be operated if the vehicle
is left in ACC or ON (the
hybrid system is not operat-
ing) for a period of time.
( P.216)
 The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the passengers
wearing the seat belts? (
P.469)
 The parking brake indicator is
on
Is the parking brake released?
( P.224)
Depending on the situation,
other types of warning buzzer
may also sound. ( P.466, 476)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle
open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm
sounds. ( P. 8 1 )
Do one of the following to stop
the alarms:
 Unlock the doors.
 Turn the power switch to ACC
or ON, or start the hybrid sys-
tem.
 Is the message displayed on
the multi-information display?
Check the message on the
multi-informatio n display. (P.476)
The shift lever cannot be
shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal
The steering wheel can-
not be turned after the
hybrid system is stopped
The windows do not open
or close by operating the
power window switches
The power switch is
turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds
during driving
An alarm is activated and
the horn sounds (vehicles
with an alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds
when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on
or a warning message is
displayed

558What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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When a warning light turns on
or a warning message is dis-
played, refer to P.466, 476.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and replace the flat tire
with the spare tire. ( P.481)
 Try the procedure for when
the vehicle becomes stuck in
mud, dirt, or snow. ( P.507)
When a problem has
occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes
stuck

559Alphabetical Index
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Alphabetical Index
A
A/C ........................................... 342Air conditioning filter ............. 439
Automatic air conditioning sys-tem ..................................... 342
Eco air conditioning mode .... 349
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) ................. 351
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................ 354
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ............................................... 325Warning light ........................ 468
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ............................................... 325
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ............................................... 325
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)...................................... 231
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ................................. 231
AHB (Automatic High Beam) . 232
Air conditioning filter ............. 439
Air conditioning system ........ 342 Air conditioning filter ............. 439
Automatic air conditioning sys-tem ..................................... 342
Eco air conditioning mode .... 349
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) ................. 351
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................ 354
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.... 36
Airbag precautions for your child............................................. 39
Correct driving posture ........... 25
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 37
Curtain shield airbag precautions ............................................. 39 Front passenger occupant clas-
sification system ...................43
General airbag precautions ....39
Locations of airbags ...............34
Modification and disposal of air- bags......................................42
Side airbag operating conditions .............................................37
Side airbag precautions..........39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions .............37
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ...........................39
SRS airbags ...........................34
SRS warning light .................468
Alarm .........................................81 Warning buzzer ....................466
Anchor brackets .................52, 62
Antennas (smart key system)146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...............................................325Warning light.........................468
Approach warning ..................278
Armrest ......... ......................... ..382
Assist grips .............................382
Audio system-linked display .96, 106
Automatic air conditioning sys- tem .........................................342Eco air conditioning mode ....349
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................230
Automatic High Beam ............232
Automatic light control system ...............................................230
Auxiliary boxes ...............368, 373
Average fuel economy .....94, 102
Average vehicle speed .....96, 106
AWD Control .....................97, 106
B
Back door ................................135

560Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_UBack-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 449
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking................... 421
If the 12-volt battery is dis-charged .............................. 498
Preparing and checking before winter.................................. 333
Replacing ............................. 501
Warning light ........................ 467
Battery (traction battery) ......... 75
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...... 286
Brake Brake hold ............................ 227
Fluid ............................. 420, 515
Parking brake ....................... 224
Regenerative braking ............. 72
Warning light ........................ 466
Brake assist ............................ 325
Break-in tips ........................... 191
Brightness control Instrument panel light control . 92
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...... 286
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warn-ing (LTA) ............................. 269
C
Care Exterior ................................. 400
Interior .................................. 403
Seat belts ............................. 403
Wheels and wheel ornaments........................................... 400
Cargo capacity ....................... 200
Cargo net hooks .. ................... 370
Chains ..................................... 334
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system ... 60
Fixed with a seat belt ............. 55
Front passenger occupant clas-sification system ................... 43 Points to remember ................50
Riding with children ................49
Types of child restraint system
installation method ...............52
Using an anchor bracket ........62
Child safety 12-volt battery precautions .422, 502
Airbag precautions .................39
Back door precautions..........135
Child restraint system .............52
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions..............358
How your child should wear the seat belt ................................28
Moon roof precautions..........183
Panoramic moon roof precau- tions ....................................187
Power window lo ck switch ....181
Power window precautions...180
Rear door child-protectors ....134
Seat belt extender precautions .............................................29
Seat belt precautions..............49
Child-protectors......................134
Cleaning Exterior .................................400
Interior ..................................403
Radar sensor ........................244
Seat belts .............................403
Wheels and wheel ornaments...........................................400
Clock ....................................89, 92
Coat hooks ..............................383
Condenser ............. ..................419
Console box ............................366
Conversation mirror ...............389
Cooling system .......................418 Engine overheating ..............504
Hybrid system overheating ...505

561Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_UCruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 271
Cup holders ............................ 367
Current fuel consumption94, 102
Curtain shield airbags ............. 34
Customizable features ........... 530
D
Daytime running light system229 Replacing light bulbs ............ 449
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ... 344, 348
Rear window ................ 344, 348
Windshield.................... 344, 347
Differential Rear differential oil ............... 514
Digital Rearview Mirror .......... 167
Dimension ............................... 510
Dinghy towing ........................ 212
Display Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 271
Energy monitor ..................... 117
Head-up display ................... 112
Intuitive parking assist .......... 292
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ..... 266
Multi-information display 92, 101
RCTA .................................... 300
Toyota Multi-operation touch 340
Warning message ................ 476
Distance until next engine oil change..................................... 91
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 407
Door courtesy lights .............. 362
Door lock Back door ............................. 135
Side doors ............................ 131
Smart key system................. 146
Wireless remote control ....... 129 Doors
Automatic door locking and unlocking system ................134
Back door .............................135
Door glasses ........................179
Door lock ..............................135
Open door warning buzzer .132, 134
Outside rear view mirrors .....177
Rear door child-protectors ....134
Drive distance ...................96, 106
Drive information ..............96, 106
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory .......159
Memory recall function .........161
Drive-start control ..................191
Driving Break-in tips .........................191
Correct driving posture ...........25
Driving mode select switch ...322
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .....331
Procedures ...........................190
Winter drive tips....................333
Driving informatio n display ...93,
102
Driving mode select switch ...322
Driving position memory .......159 Memory recall function .........161
Driving range ....................94, 102
Driving support system informa- tion display......................96, 105
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range............271Warning message.................281
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System).......................325
ECO Accelerator Guidance....94, 103
Eco drive mode .......................322
Eco score ..........................94, 103

562Alphabetical Index
HIGHLANDER HV_UEDR (Event data recorder)......... 7
E-Four ...................................... 326
Elapsed time ..................... 96, 106
Electric motor (traction motor)71
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
............................................... 326Warning light ........................ 469
Electronic key ......................... 128 Battery-saving function......... 147
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 496
Replacing the battery ........... 444
Electronic roof sunshade Jam protection function ........ 186
Operation ............................. 185
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ....................... 325
Emergency flashers ............... 458
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .. 466
If a warning light turns on ..... 466
If a warning message is dis-played................................. 476
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged .............................. 498
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 496
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................... 495
If the hybrid system will not start ........................................... 493
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water .................................. 459
If you have a flat tire ............. 481
If you lose your keys ............ 495
If you think something is wrong ........................................... 464
If your vehicle becomes stuck ........................................... 507
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 458 If your vehicle ne
eds to be towed
...........................................461
If your vehicle overheats ......504
Energy monitor ....................... 117
Engine ACCESSORY mode .............216
Compartment........................416
Engine switch .......................213
Hood .....................................414
How to start the hybrid system ...........................................213
Identification number ............ 511
If the hybrid system will not start ...........................................493
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................458
Ignition switch (power switch) ...........................................213
Overheating ..........................504
Power switch ........................213
Tachometer.............................89
Engine coolant Capacity ...............................513
Checking ..............................418
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................333
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......................................89
Engine oil Capacity ...............................512
Checking ..............................416
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................333
Warning light.........................467
Engine switch (power switch)213 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................458
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ...............................................326Warning light.........................469
EV drive mode.........................218
EV indicator...............................72