Toyota 2009 Highlander User manual

MN 00505-QRG09-HH
Printed in the USA 8/08
2009
Quick Reference Guide
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Spare tire & tools
Tool location
Removing the spare tire
(1) Remove the cover under the center deck board to find the spare tire
clamp bolt.
(2) Assemble the jack handle.
(3) Put the socket adapter on the spare tire clamp bolt. Loosen the bolt
by turning it counterclockwise with the jack handle.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning
procedures.
Wrench
Spare tire
Jack handle
Towing eyelet
Socket
adapter
Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from
the outside.
Rear door
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Jack
Jack handle
Doors-Child safety locks
(2) (3)
(1)
2009
Highlander Hybrid
!Aword about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental
operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for
the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We
strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and
supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding
of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales,
U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your
new Highlander Hybrid.
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of
Highlander Hybrid operations. Every Highlander Hybrid owner
should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this
vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in
color throughout the Owner’sManual.Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at
the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice.

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INDEX
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry16
Light control-Instrument panel 9
Smart Key system1,2 7
Air Conditioning/Heating 20-22
Audio 24-25
Auto lock functions111
Clock 26
Cruise control 23
Cup holders 27
Door-Power back 19
EV-Drive Mode 12
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)323
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 27
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 10
Lights1&turn signals 16
Moonroof 22
Multi-information display218
Parking brake 12
Power outlets-12V DC 17
Power outlets-115V AC 17
Rear seat entertainment system 26
Seat adjustments-Front 13
Seat adjustments-Rear 13
Seat heaters 22
Seats-Folding down second row seats 15
Seats-Head restraints 14
Seats-Stowing third row seats 14
Steering lock release 12
Steering wheel switches 25
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)19
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 12
Transmission 11
Windows-Power 18
Windshield wipers & washers 15
Doors-Child safety locks 29
Door locks 28
Seatbelts 28
Seatbelts-Shoulder belt anchor 28
Spare tire & tools 29
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 28
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and
more information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Seats-Removing Center-StowTM
second row seat 14

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OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
Vehicles without navigation
system
Steering wheel controls
Automatic Air Conditioning Manual Air Conditioning
Vehicles with navigation
system
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release
Fuel filler door opener
Power back door button
Instrument panel light control
115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch1
Windshield wiper de-ice switch1
Power rearview mirror control
Outside rearview mirror1/Back window defogger button
Air Conditioning controls
1If equipped
2For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.”
Steering wheel audio controls
Steering wheel climate controls1
Multi-information display button
Voice command button1,2
Telephone controls1,2
Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light controls1
Wiper and washer controls
Multi-information display
Audio system or navigation system-integrated audio system1,2
Theft deterrent system/Immobilizer indicator1
Emergency flasher button
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator and
front passenger seatbelt reminder lights
Power back door main switch1
Power button
Cruise control

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Indicator symbols
Instrument cluster
Power meter
Engine coolant temperature
Service indicator and reminder
Fuel gauge
Speedometer
Trip meter reset knob
Odometer and two trip meters
Transmission shift position indicator
Charging system warning1
Brake system warning1
Front passenger occupant classification or front passenger airbag
ON/OFF indicator1
2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control indicator1
Cruise control indicator2
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Open door warning
Airbag SRS warning1
Master warning
Driver seatbelt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Front passenger seatbelt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Low fuel level warning
Electric power steering system warning1
READY indicator
Front fog light indicator
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)1
Eco Driving Mode indicator
EV Drive Mode indicator
Variable economy zone indicator
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may
be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2009
Owner’s Manual.

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OVERVIEW
Keyless entry
Push
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
Smart Key system
Start function
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; Hybrid System is not engaged.
All systems OFF.
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Push
Depress
brake pedal
Carrying
Green indicator ON
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will change the operation mode in succession from:
Power (without starting Hybrid System)
Power back door operation (if equipped)
Panic button
Push and hold
Push and hold
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 30 seconds of unlocking, all doors will
relock for safety.
*Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only
,or all doors. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Glass hatch unlock
Locking operation Unlocking operation
Carry remote to lock/unlock Carry remote to lock/unlock
Front door lock Front door unlock*
Back door lock/unlock
Carry remote to lock/unlock Carry remote to lock/unlock
Push
Grasp
Push
Push
Lock
Push
Unlock

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Hood release
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Fuel tank door release and cap
NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “ ”
indicator may illuminate.
Push*
Turn
Store
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will
help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,”
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement.”
Engine maintenance
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness
control
-
+
Engage support rod
*It may take up to 10 seconds after
pushing button for the door to
open if the internal tank pressure
is high.
Pull
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Transmission
1The “POWER” switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to
shift from Park.
2The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when
engine braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
B
Engine braking2
Eco Driving Mode
Push
Auto lock functions
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different
modes, or turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Eco Driving Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating and braking.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
(1) Put the selector lever in “P.”
(2) Depress the brake pedal, and press the “POWER” switch briefly
and firmly.
(3) 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
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s
Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the
highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking
energy.
-Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Angle
Length
Lock release lever
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Seat adjustments-Rear
Second row seat
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Third seat access lever
Seatback release
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position (forward/backward)
Lumbar support (driver side only)
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Seat position, cushion angle and height
Driver seat leg support (if equipped)
Manual seat Power seat
Without third seat With third seat
EV-Drive Mode
EV-Drive Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the
hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Push
Steering lock release
Turn
Push
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seats-Head restraints
Front Rear
Lock release button Lock release button
(1) Remove the second row console from the front center console box.
(2) Lower the center head restraint.
(3) Pull the strap, then fold down the seatback.
(4) Pull the lever behind the second center seat and lift the rear of the
seat to remove.
(5) Stow the seat in the front center console box.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Pull
Pull
Fold down
Seat-Stowing third row seats
(if equipped)
From outside
Left side remote seat
Right side remote seat release
(2) Fold down
From inside
Windshield wipers & washers
Interval wipe
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Front
Rear
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
(1) Pull up
(1)
(5)
(4)
(3)(2)
NOTE: The second-row console can now be installed between the second
row seats.
Seats-Removing Center-StowTM
second row seat
Seats-Folding down second row seats
(if equipped)
Adjust frequency*
*Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.

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Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam flasher
Low beam
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) (if equipped) Automatically turns
on the turn signal lights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off after a
delay of 30 seconds.
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Parking lights
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn
High beam
Auto
Headlights
Parking lights
Auto
DRL OFF
Turn
Power outlets-12V DC
Luggage compartment
Instrument panel (with seat heater) Instrument panel (without seat heater)
Power switch must be set at “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.
Power outlets-115V AC (if equipped)
ON/OFF switch Beside second row seat
Center console
Power switch must be set at “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.
With DRL OFF switch Without DRL OFF switch
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Multi-information display
Push “DISP” to change information in the following:
(1) Average gas mileage after refueling
(2) Current gas mileage
(3) Miles left on remaining fuel
(4) Driving distance from engine start
(5) Average gas mileage
(6) Average gas mileage history
(7) Current tire pressure
(8) Energy monitor
Push and hold “DISP” to set up the displays and the rearview
monitor displays.
Windows-Power
Up
Down
Driver side
Window lock
switch
Automatic operation (driver’s window only) Push the switch completely
down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. Tostop
window midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’swindow
remains operable.
Door-Power back (if equipped)
Push
Push and hold
Instrument panel Back door (close only)
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.
Bluetooth®technology allows dialing or receipt of calls without taking
hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the telephone
and the system.
Refer to “Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone),” Section 3-4 in
the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)
(if equipped)
Microphone
Audio unit
Steering wheel telephone switches
Volume
Start call
End call
Voice command
button

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/Heating
Rear manual Air Conditioning (if equipped)
Front manual Air Conditioning
Airflow vent
Temperature selector
Fan speed
Fan speed
Outside rearview mirror (if equipped)/Back window defogger
Temperature selector
Fresh or recirculated cabin air
Airflow vent
In “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to
reduce window fogging.
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Use fresh air to quickly cool interior, then change to recirculate for
cooler air.
Use for quick cooling. MAX A/C changes air intake to recirculate.
Rear Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Front automatic Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air
intake and fan to adjust automatically.
Windshield airflow/defogger
Rear Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Fan speed
Outside rearview mirror (if equipped)/Back window defogger
Fresh or recirculated cabin air
“DUAL”/“SYNC” button
Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver, front
passenger and rear passengers.
Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and all
passengers.
Temperature selector (front passenger side)
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Temperature selector (rear passenger)
Airflow vent
In “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to
reduce window fogging.
Climate control OFF
Temperature selector (driver side)
With rear Air Conditioning Without rear Air Conditioning

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)*
(if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can
be programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 3-7 in the Owner’s Manual for
more details.
For programming assistance, contact the Toyota Customer Experience
Center at 1-800-331-4331, or visit http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Rear automatic Air Conditioning (if equipped)
Fan speed
Temperature selector
Airflow vent
Automatic climate control ON
Climate control OFF
Seat heaters (if equipped)
Push
Turn
Push knob to pop the controller out. Turn clockwise for heater.
Push
Cruise control
1The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
2The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Turning system ON/OFF
Functions
System ON/OFF
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Moonroof (if equipped)
Sliding operation Tilting operation
Open Tilt
Close Close
Recommended driving
position to minimize
wind noise.
Push once to open partway;
again to open completely.
Set
Driver seat
Front passenger seat

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Type 2 additional functions
Type 3 (with JBL speakers and Bluetooth®function)
Audio
Eject CD
Push to turn
ON/OFF
View CD
text
Seek station/
CD track select
Station/CD
track scan
Mode
AM/Satellite Radio
Preset buttons - functions in other
modes indicated above number
Load CD(s)
Type 1
Push to skip
up/down folder and
radio category type
RADIO
To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset
button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to
select.
To scan stations Push and hold “SCAN” to scan preset stations. Push again
to hold selection.
CD PLAYER
To scan tracks on a disc Push and hold “SCAN.” Push again to hold
selection.
CD changer (Types 2 and 3 only)
-To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc.
-To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep.
Insert one disc. Shutter will close and then re-open for next disc.
To select a file (MP3/WMA only) Turn “TUNE.FILE.”
To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of “FOLDER.”
Push to
adjust tone
&balance
Mute
Steering wheel switches
Audio control Climate control (if equipped)
“ ”
-In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek
the next strong station.
-In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track.
“MODE”
Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn
the audio system OFF.
v
v
Volume control
Temperature
selector
Auto A/C
ON
System OFF
By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music
from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while
in AUX mode.
AUX audio jack
Without seat heater With seat heater

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Rear seat entertainment system
(if equipped)
Remote control
DVD player
Headphone volume control and headphone jacks
DVD screen
115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch
Front audio system
A/V input adapter
115V AC Power outlet
Wireless headphones
Clock
Press and hold “DISP” button. Select “CLOCK” on menu screen. Adjust as
indicated on screen.
Cup holders
Front
Console box
Rear Side table
HAC helps prevent rolling backwards on an incline. To engage, push
further down on brake pedal while at a complete stop until a beep sounds
and slip indicator illuminates. HAC holds for approximately 2 seconds after
releasing brake pedal.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Brake
pedal
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)

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SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be
re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature
is used to help hold child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seatbelts, and how to install a child
restraint system, refer to the Owner's Manual.
Keep as low on
hips as possible
Take up slack
Too high
Seatbelts
Push up, or squeeze
lock release to lower
Seatbelts-Shoulder belt anchor
Door locks
Lock
Unlock
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including the
spare), indicator light illuminate. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will
turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have
the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System

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Spare tire & tools
Tool location
Removing the spare tire
(1) Remove the cover under the center deck board to find the spare tire
clamp bolt.
(2) Assemble the jack handle.
(3) Put the socket adapter on the spare tire clamp bolt. Loosen the bolt
by turning it counterclockwise with the jack handle.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning
procedures.
Wrench
Spare tire
Jack handle
Towing eyelet
Socket
adapter
Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from
the outside.
Rear door
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Jack
Jack handle
Doors-Child safety locks
(2) (3)
(1)
2009
Highlander Hybrid
!Aword about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental
operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for
the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We
strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and
supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding
of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales,
U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your
new Highlander Hybrid.
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of
Highlander Hybrid operations. Every Highlander Hybrid owner
should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this
vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in
color throughout the Owner’sManual.Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at
the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice.

MN 00505-QRG09-HH
Printed in the USA 8/08
2009
Quick Reference Guide
POWERED
BY