Toyota 2016 Highlander User manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
00505QRG16HIG
P r in t e d in U.S. A. 12 / 15
15-TCS-08580
2016
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER
1-800 -331-4331
HIGHLANDER

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.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Highlander
operations. Every Highlander owner should review the Owner’s
Manual that accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in
color throughout the Owner’s Manual. 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.
2016
Highlander
A word about safe vehicle operations
49
NOTES

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry1,2
6
Light control-Instrument cluster 9
Smart Key system1,2 7
Air conditioning1,2/heating 29-30
Audio 28
Auto lock/unlock111
Automatic High Beam (AHB) 18
Automatic transmission 10
Bluetooth®Device Pairing Section 38-47
Clock 31
Cruise control 21
Door locks1,2 10
Door-Power Liftgate (back door)1,2 13
Downhill assist control system (DAC) 32
Driver Easy Speak 27
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
(DRCC) 19-21
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)323
Lane Deparature Alert (LDA) 22-23
Lights1,2 & turn signals117
Moon roof112
Multi-Information Display (MID)225
Panoramic moon roof 12
Parking brake 11
Power outlets-12V DC & 120V AC 16
Pre-Collision System (PCS) 24
Rear seat entertainment system 27
Seat adjustments-Front 14
Seat adjustments-Rear 15
Seat heaters/ventilators 31
Seats-Head restraints 15
Seats-Stowing & returning
third row seats 15
1
INDEX
OVERVIEW
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
Doors-Child safety locks 34
Floor mat installation 37
Seat belts1 33
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 34
Spare tire & tools 35
Star Safety SystemTM 36-37
Third row center seat belt 34
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(warning) System 33
Steering lock release 11
Steering wheel switches and
telephone controls (Bluetooth®) 26
Snow mode button 32
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 14
USB/AUX port 27
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/
TRAC OFF switch 32
Windows-Power126
Windshield wipers & washers116

Telephone controls1
Audio remote control switches1
Voice command button1,2
Multi-Information Display (MID) control switches
Change displayed drive information “DISP” switch
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) vehicle-to-vehicle distance button1
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)1or Cruise control1switch
Outside rear view mirror or rear window defogger button
Air conditioning controls
Headlight and turn signal controls/headlight, turn signal and front fog
light1 controls
Instrument cluster
Wiper and washer controls
Emergency flasher button
Clock
Audio/navigation system2,3
VSC OFF switch
Snow mode “SNOW” button
Downhill assist control system “DAC” switch1
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) lock switch1
2
OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls (if equipped)
Manual air conditioning
Type A
Type B

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
3
Automatic air conditioning
Type A
Type B
Lower center console switches
Seat heater/ventilator switches1
Power Liftgate (back door) main switch (inside glove box)1
“ENGINE START STOP” button (Smart Key)1
Ignition (standard key)1
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release
Fuel tank door opener
Hood lock release lever
Automatic High Beam (AHB) switch1
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) switch1
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) switch1
Power Liftgate (back door) switch
Intuitive parking assist switch (rear parking sonar)1
Heated steering wheel switch1
Windshield wiper de-icer switch1
1If equipped
2 Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
3Refer to the “2016 Entune™ Audio Quick Reference Guide.”

4
OVERVIEW
Indicator symbolsInstrument cluster
2If equipped
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, 2016 Owner’s
Manual.
Type 1
Type 2
Odometer
Shift position and shift range
Meter panel lights control button
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Service indicators and reminders
Tachometer
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Trip meter reset knob
Outside temperature
134236_QRG_Highlander_GUTS-R2.indd 4 12/17/15 2:54 PM

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
5
Indicator symbols
Charging system warning1,2
Brake system warning1
2If equipped
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Vehicle Stability Control
OFF indicator1
SNOW mode indicator
Cruise control/Cruise control “SET” indicator2
Tire Pressure Warning1
Open door warning2
Airbag SRS warning1
Master warning1
Driver seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Low engine oil pressure warning1,2
Malfunction/Check Engine
indicator1
Pre-collison warning
system indicator1
Low fuel level warning
Electric power steering
system warning1
Arrow direction indicates fuel
tank door position
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) outside
rear view indicator2
Front fog light indicator2
Downhill Assist Control indicator2
Slip indicator1
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, 2016 Owner’s
Manual.
Automatic High Beam (AHB) indicator2
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator2
Intuitive parking assist indicator2
All-wheel drive lock indicator1,2
Security indicator1
Eco driving indicator1
Air Bag ON/OFF indicator1

Power liftgate operation
Without Smart Key system
6
OVERVIEW
Keyless entry
Push
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Panic button
Push and hold
Push and hold
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock
for safety.
With Smart Key system
NOTE: Power back door will not open if glass hatch is open.

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
7
Smart Key system (if equipped)
Start function
All systems OFF.
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; the engine not running.
NOTE: Parking brake must be set. Shift lever is set to P.
Push
Depress
brake pedal
will be displayed on the
multi-information display. If
it is not displayed, the engine
cannot be started.
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
will change the operation mode in succession from:
Power (without starting engine)
* 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
Carry remote to lock
Front door lock
Push
(1) Push
Back door lock/unlock
Push
Lock Push
Unlock
Carry remote to unlock Carry remote to lock/unlock
Unlocking operation
Carry remote to unlock
Front door unlock*
Grasp
(2) Lift

8
Hood release
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.
Turn to open
Store
Engage support rod
OVERVIEW
Pull
When the fuel door
cannot be opened by
pressing the inside
switch. Remove the
cover inside the
luggage compartment
and pull the lever.
Pull up the
auxiliary catch
lever and raise
hood

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.

10
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic transmission
* The “ENGINE START STOP”/ignition 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
“S” mode
Door locks
Lock
Unlock
Unlock
Lock

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
11
Steering lock release
With Smart Key system Without Smart Key system
Push
TurnTurn Turn
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.
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again

12
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Moon roof (if equipped)
Sliding operation Tilting 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 operation Tilting 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.

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
13
Door-Power Liftgate (back door) (if equipped)
Push
Push 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 only
Remote
control
(without
Smartkey)
Remote
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.

14
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position adjustment
Seat cushion length adjustment
Seatback angle adjustment
Vertical seat adjustment
Manual seat
Power seat and Driving position memory (if equipped)
Lumbar support adjustment
Memory position 1
Memory position 2
Set memory position
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.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Length

OVERVIEW 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 button Lock release button
Front Second row Third row
Height Height
15
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 2 Third row seat

Windshield wipers & washers
16
Power outlets-12V DC & 120V AC (if equipped)
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)
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Off
Push to Wash and wipe
Rear
Front-Intermittent
Front-Auto (Rain-sensing)
1Intermittent 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
High
Adjust sensitivity2
Pull to wash
and wipe
Interval wipe
Mist
Slow
Fast
Adjust frequency1
Pull to wash
and wipe
Rear center console
(120V AC)
Rear center console
(12V DC)

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
17
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

18
Conditions where Automatic High Beams will turn ON/OFF automatically
When all of these conditions are met, high beams will be automatically turned on
(after approximately 1 second):
Ƚ9HKLFOHVSHHGLVDERYHDSSUR[LPDWHO\PSKNPK
Ƚ7KHDUHDDKHDGRIWKHYHKLFOHLVGDUN
Ƚ7KHUHDUHQRRQFRPLQJRUSUHFHGLQJYHKLFOHVZLWKKHDGOLJKWVRUWDLOOLJKWV
WXUQHGRQ
If any of these conditions occur, high beams will be automatically turned off:
Ƚ9HKLFOHVSHHGGURSVEHORZDSSUR[LPDWHO\PSKNPK
Ƚ7KHDUHDDKHDGRIWKHYHKLFOHLVQRWGDUN
Ƚ2QFRPLQJRUSUHFHGLQJYHKLFOHVKDYHKHDGOLJKWVRUWDLOOLJKWVWXUQHGRQ
Ƚ7KHUHDUHPDQ\VWUHHWOLJKWVRQWKHURDGDKHDG
Activating the Automatic High Beam System
:LWKWKHHQJLQHVZLWFKLQ,*1,7,2121PRGHDQGKHDGOLJKWVZLWFKWXUQHGWR
´$872µSRVLWLRQSXVKOHYHUDZD\IURP\RX
3XVKWKH$XWRPDWLF+LJK%HDPVZLWFK
7KH$+%LQGLFDWRUZLOOFRPHRQZKHQWKHKHDGOLJKWVDUHWXUQHGRQ
DXWRPDWLFDOO\WRLQGLFDWHWKDWWKHV\VWHPLVDFWLYH
1RWH7RWXUQWKH$+%V\VWHPRIISXOOWKHOHYHUEDFNWRZDUG\RX 7KH$+%
LQGLFDWRUZLOOWXUQRIIDQGWKHKLJKEHDPLQGLFDWRUZLOOWXUQRQ
7KH$+%XVHVDQLQYHKLFOHFDPHUDVHQVRUWRDVVHVVWKHEULJKWQHVVRIVWUHHWOLJKWV
WKHOLJKWVRIRQFRPLQJDQGSUHFHGLQJYHKLFOHVHWFDQGDXWRPDWLFDOO\WXUQVKLJK
EHDPRQRURIIDVQHFHVVDU\
Automatic High Beams (AHB) (if equipped)
(1) 
FEATURES/OPERATIONS