Toyota Highlander (2018 year). Manual - part 126

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Pull the hood lock release lever.

The hood will pop up slightly.

Pull up the auxiliary catch lever
and lift the hood.

Hold the hood open by inserting
the support rod into the slot.

Hood

Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.

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WARNING

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Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.

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After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely preventing it from falling
down onto your head or body. 

NOTICE

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When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing
the hood with the support rod not clipped could cause the hood to bend.

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Rear

Positioning a floor jack

When using a floor jack, follow the instructions in the manual
provided with the jack and perform the operation safely.

When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-
rectly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause
injury.

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2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine

Engine compartment

Washer fluid tank

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→P. 530)

Fuse boxes

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→P. 552)

Engine oil level dipstick

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→P. 521)

Engine oil filler cap

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→P. 522)

Engine coolant reservoir

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→P. 524)

Battery

(

→P. 527)

Brake fluid reservoir

(

→P. 526)

Electric cooling fans

Condenser

(

→P. 525)

Radiator

(

→P. 525)

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