Toyota Highlander Hybrid (2018 year). Instruction - part 27
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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■ Changing airflow modes
To change the airflow mode,
press
The air outlets used are
switched each time the button is
pressed.
1
Air flows to the upper body.
2
Air flows to the upper body
and feet.
3
Air flows to the feet.
Using automatic mode
1
Press
2
Adjust the temperature setting.
3
To stop the operation, press
■ Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the auto-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-
tions other than that operated is maintained.
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Air outlets
■ Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
change according to the
selected airflow mode.
■ Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-
lets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
forward or backward.
6
Closes the vent
1
Slide the knob to the rear-most
position.
Opens the vent
2
NOTICE
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is off.
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Heated steering wheel∗/seat heaters∗/
seat ventilators∗
The heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips
of the steering wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators
maintain good airflow by blowing air from the seats.
WARNING
● Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use the seat heaters more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.
∗: If equipped
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Heated steering wheel
Turn the heated steering wheel
on/off
The indicator light comes on when
the heated steering wheel is oper-
ating.
The heated steering wheel will
automatically turn off after about 30
minutes.
■ The heated steering wheel can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
Front seat heaters and ventilators
■ Seat heaters
Turns the seat heater on
1
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat temperature
2
The further you move the dial
forward, the warmer the seat
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becomes.
■ Seat heaters/ventilators
Turns the seat heater on
1
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number is, the
warmer the seat becomes.
Blows air from the seat
2
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number is, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
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■ The seat heaters and seat heaters/ventilators can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■When not in use
Seat heaters
Turn the dial fully backward. The indicator light will turn off.
Seat heaters/ventilators
Set the knob at “0”. The indicator light will turn off.
Second seat heaters
1
Hi
2
Lo
3
Off
The indicator comes on when the
second seat heater is on.
■ The second seat heaters can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
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Interior lights list
1
Rear interior/rear personal lights (→P. 448)
2
Ambient lights (if equipped)
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3
Front interior/front personal lights (→P. 448)
4
Outer foot lights (if equipped)
5
Power switch light
6
Front door courtesy lights
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Interior lights
1
Turns the lights on/off
2
Turns the lights linked to door
position on/off
Personal lights
Turn the light on/off
Front
Rear
■ Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch mode, the pres-
ence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
If the following lights are left on when the power switch is turned off, the lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes:
● Interior lights
● Personal lights
● Front door courtesy lights
● Ambient lights (if equipped)
● Power switch light
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 666)
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6-3. Using the storage features
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List of storage features
1
Auxiliary boxes
(→P. 454)
4
Bottle holders
(→P. 451)
2
Open tray
(→P. 455)
5
Cup holders
(→P. 452)
6
3
Glove box
(→P. 450)
6
Console box
(→P. 450)
WARNING
● Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release
gas, causing a fire hazard.
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the
lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may
occur due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored
inside.
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Glove box
1
Unlock with the mechanical key
2
Lock with the mechanical key
3
Open (pull lever)
■Power back door main switch (vehicles with power back door)
The power back door main switch is located in the glove box. (→P. 133)
Console box
To open the console box lids,
press on the knob and slide both
lids.
■ Tray in the console box
The tray slides forward/backward and can
be removed.
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Bottle holders
■ Front
■ Rear
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■When using the bottle holder
● When storing a bottle, close the cap.
● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
WARNING
Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.
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6-3. Using the storage features
Cup holders
■ Front
■ Rear (second seats)
Type A
Pull the armrest down.
(→P. 469)
Type B
Fold the side table up for use.
(→P. 471)
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■ Rear (third seats)
■ Removing the cup holder insert (front cup holder)
The cup holder insert may be removed for
cleaning.
WARNING
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Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent
burns.
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Auxiliary boxes
Overhead
Driver’s side instrument panel
Push the lid.
Pull the tab to open.
WARNING
■ Items unsuitable for storing (overhead)
Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall
out, resulting in an accident.
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Open tray
■Cable pass through
The open tray is provided with a hole that allows cables to be passed through
the tray from the USB/AUX port, USB charging ports or power outlet.
Remove the cover.
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WARNING
■ Items unsuitable for the open tray
Observe the following precautions when putting items in the open tray. Fail-
ure to do so may cause items to be thrown out of the tray in the event of
sudden braking or steering. In these cases, the items may interfere with
pedal operation or cause driver distraction, resulting in an accident.
● Do not store items in the tray that can easily shift or roll out.
● Do not stack items in the tray higher than the tray’s edge.
● Do not put items in the tray that may protrude over the tray’s edge.
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Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks
Raise the hooks to use.
Cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
Grocery bag hooks
NOTICE
Do not hang any object heavier than 6.6 lb. (3 kg) on the grocery bag hooks.
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Center deck under tray
Pull the strap upwards to open
1
the center deck board.
To secure the center deck
2
board, remove the hook on the
backside of the center deck
board and attach the hook to
the head restraint on the third
seats as shown.
6
WARNING
Do not drive with the deck board opened. Items may fall out and cause
injury.
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Luggage cover (if equipped)
■ Installing the luggage cover
1
Fold down the third seats. (→P. 160)
2
To take out the luggage
cover unit, lift and remove
the center deck board and
side deck board. (→P. 457)
Press the lock release but-
3
tons to extend the ends of
the luggage cover unit.
To install the luggage cover
4
unit, with the lock release
buttons facing upward, insert
one end into the recess, then
compress the other end and
insert it into the other recess.
Pull out the luggage cover
5
and hook it onto the anchors.
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