Toyota Highlander (2018 year). Manual - part 124

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Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Toyota parts be used for repairs to ensure
performance of each system. If non-Toyota parts are used in replacement or if
a repair shop other than a Toyota dealer performs repairs, confirm the war-
ranty coverage.

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Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required (U.S.A. only)
After the required maintenance is performed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedure described below:

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 Using the trip meter

Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK”
position with the trip meter A reading shown.

Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch off with the trip
meter A reading shown.

Vehicles without a smart key system: While pressing the trip meter reset
button (

→P. 93), turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (do not start the

engine, reset mode will be canceled).

Vehicles with a smart key system: While pressing the trip meter reset but-
ton (

→P. 93), turn the engine switch to the IGNITION ON mode (do not start

the engine, otherwise the reset mode will be canceled).

Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter displays “000000”.

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Using the multi-information display

While the engine is running, switch the multi-information display to 

.

(

→P. 99)

Select “Maintenance System” on 

 of the multi-information display.

Select “Yes” on the “Maintenance System” screen.

“Initialization Completed” will be displayed on the multi-information display
when the reset procedure has been completed.

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Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer

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Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date with
the latest service information. They are well informed about the operations
of all systems on your vehicle.

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Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly take
care of it.

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WARNING

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If your vehicle is not properly maintained
Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehicle and
possible death or serious injury.

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Handling of the battery

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Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.

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Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.

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Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. (

→P. 527)

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General maintenance

Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

Engine compartment

Items

Check points

Battery

Check the connections.

 (

→P. 527)

Brake fluid

Is the brake fluid at the correct level? (

→P. 526)

Engine coolant

Is the engine coolant at the correct level?

(

→P. 524)

Engine oil

Is the engine oil at the correct level?  (

→P. 521)

Exhaust system

There should not be any fumes or strange
sounds.

Radiator/condenser

The radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects.

 (

→P. 525)

Washer fluid

Is there sufficient washer fluid?

(

→P. 530)

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Vehicle interior

Items

Check points

Accelerator pedal

• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly

(without uneven pedal effort or catching).

Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism

• When parked on a slope and the shift lever is

in P, is the vehicle securely stopped?

Brake pedal

• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clear-

ance from the floor?

(

→P. 659)

• Does the brake pedal have the correct

amount of free play?

(

→P. 659)

Brakes

• The vehicle should not pull to one side when

the brakes are applied.

• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to

the floor when the brakes are applied.

Head restraints

• Do the head restraints move smoothly and

lock securely?

Indicators/buzzers

• Do the indicators and buzzers function prop-

erly?

Lights

• Do all the lights come on?

Parking brake

• Does the parking brake move smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking

brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped?

Seat belts

• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.

Seats

• Do the seat controls operate properly?

Steering wheel

• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct

amount of free play?

• There should not be any strange sounds com-

ing from the steering wheel.