POWERED BY 2008 Quick Reference Guide
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2008 Highlander Hybrid Quick Reference Guide OVERVIEW 14 14 12 25 27 12 11 18 15 29 28 28 28 29 2 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information. 3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
OVERVIEW Instrument panel Steering wheel controls Automatic Air Conditioning 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 “A
Vehicles without navigation system OVERVIEW Manual Air Conditioning Vehicles with navigation system FEATURES/OPERATIONS 1 2 If equipped For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
OVERVIEW 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 Indicator symbols Brake system warning1 Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)1 Driver seat belt reminder1 (alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Front passenger seat belt reminder1 (alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Charging system warning1 Front passenger occupant classificatio
Open door warning1 OVERVIEW Airbag SRS warning1 Master warning1 Low Tire Pressure Warning1 Electric power steering system warning1 Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator Headlight low/high beam indicator Turn signal indicator “READY” indicator “EV” indicator FEATURES/OPERATIONS “ECON” indicator Front fog light indicator Slip indicator Cruise control indicator2 Anti-lock Brake System warning1 Variable economy zone indicator If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2008
OVERVIEW Keyless entry Locking operation Push Unlocking operation Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: If a door is not opened within 30 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety.
Smart Key system Start function Depress brake pedal Carrying OVERVIEW Green indicator ON Push NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed. Power (without starting Hybrid System) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will change the operation mode in succession from: ACCESSORY OFF FEATURES/OPERATIONS ON Accessories such as the radio will operate. Power ON; Hybrid System is not engaged. All systems OFF.
OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Turn Push* * It may take up to 10 seconds after pushing button for the door to open if the internal tank pressure is high. Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
Light control-Instrument panel OVERVIEW + Brightness control Engine maintenance FEATURES/OPERATIONS 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.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hybrid Synergy Drive 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.
Auto lock functions OVERVIEW 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. Transmission Park1 Reverse Neutral Drive B Engine braking2 The “POWER” switch must be ON and the brake pedal depressed to shift from “Park.” 2 The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine braking is desired (i.e.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS EV-Drive Mode Push 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. Steering lock release Turn Push Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Angle Length Lock release lever Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever. Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Seat adjustments-Front Manual seat Power seat OVERVIEW Position Lumbar support (driver side only) Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle Position, cushion angle and height Driver seat leg support (if equipped) Without third seat With third seat FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat adjustments-Rear Second row seat SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Position Seatback angle Third seat access lever Seatback release Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seats-Head restraints Front Rear Lock release button Lock release button Seats-Removing Center-StowTM second-row seat (1) (2) (4) (3) (5) (1) (2) (3) (4) Remove the second-row console from the front center console box. Lower the center head restraint. Pull the strap, then fold down the seatback. 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.
Seats-Folding down second row seats (if equipped) OVERVIEW From outside Left side remote seat Right side remote seat release (1) Pull up From inside (2) Fold down FEATURES/OPERATIONS Windshield wipers & washers Front Pull to wash and wipe Single wipe Interval wipe Slow Fast Wash and wipe Wipe Interval wipe Wash and wipe 15 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Rear
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Lights & turn signals Headlights Without DRL OFF switch With DRL OFF switch Auto Headlights Headlights Parking lights Auto Parking lights DRL OFF* High beam Low beam High beam flasher * If equipped -Daytime Running Light system (DRL) 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, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed.
Power outlets-12V DC (if equipped) Instrument panel (with seat heater) OVERVIEW Instrument panel (without seat heater) Luggage compartment Center console Power outlets-115V AC (if equipped) ON/OFF switch FEATURES/OPERATIONS Power switch must be set at “ACC” or “ON” position to be used. Beside second row seat 17 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Power switch must be set at “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Multi-information display (if equipped) 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) Running time 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.
Door-Power back (if equipped) Instrument panel Back door (close only) OVERVIEW Push Push and hold 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.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Air Conditioning/Heating Front manual Air Conditioning Fan speed Outside rearview mirror*/Back window defogger Temperature 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. It is not possible to change intake to fresh.
Front automatic Air Conditioning With rear Air Conditioning Without rear Air Conditioning OVERVIEW 21 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES * If equipped FEATURES/OPERATIONS Automatic climate control ON Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake and fan to adjust automatically.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Rear automatic Air Conditioning (if equipped) Fan speed Temperature selector Airflow vent Automatic climate control ON Climate control OFF Seat heaters (if equipped) Driver's seat Push Push Front passenger's seat Push knob to pop the controller out. Turn clockwise for heater. Moonroof (if equipped) Sliding operation Tilting operation Open Close Tilt Recommended driving position to minimize wind noise.
Cruise control Turning system ON/OFF OVERVIEW System ON/OFF Functions Resume2 Increase speed Decrease speed 1 2 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Cancel1 Garage door opener (HomeLink®)* (if equipped) Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 3-7 in the Owner’s Manual for more details.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Audio Type 1 Preset buttons - functions in other modes indicated above number Eject CD Mute Station/CD track scan View CD text Push to turn ON/OFF Seek station/ CD track select Mode Type 2 additional functions Push to skip up/down folder and radio category type Push to adjust tone & balance Load CD(s) AM/Satellite Radio Type 3 (with JBL speakers and Bluetooth® function) CD PLAYER To scan tracks on a disc Push and hold “SCAN.” Push again to hold selection.
RADIO OVERVIEW 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.
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 Two wireless headphones Clock Without multi-information display Without multi-information display With multi-information display H-Hour set M-Minute set Refer to the Owner’s Manual for adjusting time.
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) (if equipped) Microphone OVERVIEW Audio unit Steering wheel telephone switches FEATURES/OPERATIONS Volume Voice command button End call Start call Refer to “Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone),” Section 3-4 in the Owner’s Manual for more details. 27 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Bluetooth® technology allows you to place or receive calls without taking your hands from a steering wheel or using a cable to connect the telephone and the system.
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat belts Take up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible 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 seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner's Manual.
Doors-Child safety locks Rear door OVERVIEW Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Spare tire & tools Tool location Adapter Jack handle Towing eyelet Jack Jack handle FEATURES/OPERATIONS Wrench Spare tire Removing the spare tire (1) (2) (3) Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures. 29 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES (1) Remove the cover under the center deck board to find the spare tire clamp bolt.
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