Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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...Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs Off-Road Maintenance If you own a Land Cruiser or a four-wheel-drive RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra or 4Runner, you should check the following items daily whenever you drive offroad through deep sand, mud or water: • Brake lines and hoses • Brake.../discs • Differential oil • Drive shaft bearings (Land Cruiser) • Engine air filter • Steering linkage and boots • Transfer case oil • Transmission fluid or oil • Wheel bearings (Land Cruiser) For all four-wheel drive vehicles except RAV4, you should also lubricate...
...Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs Off-Road Maintenance If you own a Land Cruiser or a four-wheel-drive RAV4, Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra or 4Runner, you should check the following items daily whenever you drive offroad through deep sand, mud or water: • Brake lines and hoses • Brake.../discs • Differential oil • Drive shaft bearings (Land Cruiser) • Engine air filter • Steering linkage and boots • Transfer case oil • Transmission fluid or oil • Wheel bearings (Land Cruiser) For all four-wheel drive vehicles except RAV4, you should also lubricate...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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..., have it repaired by a qualified technician. Only a qualified technician should be rotated according to the instructions in the steering wheel. Spark Plugs Replace at specified intervals. Steering Gear Box Inspect for damage and uneven wear. Replace any problem repaired immediately by...signs of leakage. When performing inspections, check for deterioration, cracks and damage. Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bearing Grease Repack the wheel bearings with wheel bearing grease and the front drive shaft bearings with molybdenum-disulfide lithium-base chassis grease, and re-torque the ...
..., have it repaired by a qualified technician. Only a qualified technician should be rotated according to the instructions in the steering wheel. Spark Plugs Replace at specified intervals. Steering Gear Box Inspect for damage and uneven wear. Replace any problem repaired immediately by...signs of leakage. When performing inspections, check for deterioration, cracks and damage. Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bearing Grease Repack the wheel bearings with wheel bearing grease and the front drive shaft bearings with molybdenum-disulfide lithium-base chassis grease, and re-torque the ...
Owners Manual
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... windshield wiper de−icer switch 4 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Air conditioning controls 8. Seat heater switches 12. Tilt steering lock release lever 16. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 2. Emergency flasher switch 4. Ignition switch 14. Traction control system off switch (two−wheel drive models) 17. Car audio 9. Cruise...
... windshield wiper de−icer switch 4 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Air conditioning controls 8. Seat heater switches 12. Tilt steering lock release lever 16. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 2. Emergency flasher switch 4. Ignition switch 14. Traction control system off switch (two−wheel drive models) 17. Car audio 9. Cruise...
Owners Manual
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... washer switches 3. Seat heater switches 12. Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 6. Car audio 9. Cruise control switch 15. Traction control system off switch (two−wheel drive models) 6 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Power outlet (vehicles with rear console) or power outlet (vehicles without rear console) 13. Clock 5. Air conditioning controls and...
... washer switches 3. Seat heater switches 12. Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 6. Car audio 9. Cruise control switch 15. Traction control system off switch (two−wheel drive models) 6 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Power outlet (vehicles with rear console) or power outlet (vehicles without rear console) 13. Clock 5. Air conditioning controls and...
Owners Manual
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... SRS warning light goes off . 4. Close the door. The open door warning light should come on . 3. The "ABS", "VSC" warning lights, "TRAC OFF" (two−wheel drive models) and slip indicator lights go off after a few seconds. Open one of the side doors or back door. The open door warning light should...", but do not start the engine. If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 111
... SRS warning light goes off . 4. Close the door. The open door warning light should come on . 3. The "ABS", "VSC" warning lights, "TRAC OFF" (two−wheel drive models) and slip indicator lights go off after a few seconds. Open one of the side doors or back door. The open door warning light should...", but do not start the engine. If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 111
Owners Manual
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...most suitable gear for smooth starting. (d) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you downshift the transmission by pushing this section. (c) Normal driving 1. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for running conditions such as follows: D Push the overdrive switch. The "O/D OFF" indicator light will come...speed, and stronger engine braking will automatically be in this switch. Two−wheel drive models 2AZ−FE engine ...112 km/h (70 mph) 1MZ−FE engine ...121 km/h (76 mph) 116 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) With your foot on and the...
...most suitable gear for smooth starting. (d) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you downshift the transmission by pushing this section. (c) Normal driving 1. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly for running conditions such as follows: D Push the overdrive switch. The "O/D OFF" indicator light will come...speed, and stronger engine braking will automatically be in this switch. Two−wheel drive models 2AZ−FE engine ...112 km/h (70 mph) 1MZ−FE engine ...121 km/h (76 mph) 116 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) With your foot on and the...
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... or lower than the following speed, and maximum engine braking will start the vehicle in hill climbing or hard towing. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 117 Two−wheel drive models 2AZ−FE engine ...58 km/h (37 mph) 1MZ−FE engine ...58 km/h (37 mph) ......111 km/h "L" ...62 km/h 1MZ−FE engine- "2" ...123 km/h "L" ...69 km/h 1MZ−FE engine- "2" ...125 km/h "L" ...70 km/h Four −wheel drive models 2AZ−FE engine- With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for strong engine braking as with cruise control-When the...
... or lower than the following speed, and maximum engine braking will start the vehicle in hill climbing or hard towing. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 117 Two−wheel drive models 2AZ−FE engine ...58 km/h (37 mph) 1MZ−FE engine ...58 km/h (37 mph) ......111 km/h "L" ...62 km/h 1MZ−FE engine- "2" ...123 km/h "L" ...69 km/h 1MZ−FE engine- "2" ...125 km/h "L" ...70 km/h Four −wheel drive models 2AZ−FE engine- With the selector lever in "L", the transmission is given below for strong engine braking as with cruise control-When the...
Owners Manual
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... cannot shift the selector lever from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 119 '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Traction control system (two −wheel drive models) (j) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on during the ordinary...may hear a sound in the engine compartment for the present road conditions. NORMAL DRIVING MODE Leave the system on page 234 in the self −check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction. 2003 HIGHLANDER from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is turned to lose traction...
... cannot shift the selector lever from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 119 '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Traction control system (two −wheel drive models) (j) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on during the ordinary...may hear a sound in the engine compartment for the present road conditions. NORMAL DRIVING MODE Leave the system on page 234 in the self −check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction. 2003 HIGHLANDER from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is turned to lose traction...
Owners Manual
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... (four −wheel drive models) In the following cases, contact your driving. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 121 In situations where the road surface is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of 4 wheels when the vehicle ... control system is turned to continue your Toyota dealer: The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of the vehicle and power against 4 wheels cannot be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed for ...
... (four −wheel drive models) In the following cases, contact your driving. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 121 In situations where the road surface is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of 4 wheels when the vehicle ... control system is turned to continue your Toyota dealer: The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of the vehicle and power against 4 wheels cannot be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed for ...
Owners Manual
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... laws pertaining to the tow truck driver. Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed. Two−wheel drive models Four−wheel drive models 2003 HIGHLANDER from a Toyota dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your vehicle carefully in this page to towing. -From rear -From rear (b) Using flat bed...
... laws pertaining to the tow truck driver. Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed. Two−wheel drive models Four−wheel drive models 2003 HIGHLANDER from a Toyota dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your vehicle carefully in this page to towing. -From rear -From rear (b) Using flat bed...
Owners Manual
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...Towing with sling type truck NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck NOTICE When lifting wheels, take care to the transmission. 230 2003 HIGHLANDER from the front or rear. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety... chain system for towing at the opposite end of the towed vehicle will be in good condition. Use a towing dolly under the wheels not lifted by the state/provincial and local laws. Two−wheel drive models- (a) Towing with wheel...
...Towing with sling type truck NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck NOTICE When lifting wheels, take care to the transmission. 230 2003 HIGHLANDER from the front or rear. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety... chain system for towing at the opposite end of the towed vehicle will be in good condition. Use a towing dolly under the wheels not lifted by the state/provincial and local laws. Two−wheel drive models- (a) Towing with wheel...
Owners Manual
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...from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) NOTICE z Remember that you spill some of the coolant, be damaged. Front Rear (two−wheel drive models) 256 2003 HIGHLANDER from damaging the parts or paint. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Positioning the jack D Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It... cable carry high currents or voltages. z When closing the engine hood, check to fall through the spark plug holes. z Do not drive with the wiper frame. z Be careful not to cause cancer and reproductive harm. D Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain...
...from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) NOTICE z Remember that you spill some of the coolant, be damaged. Front Rear (two−wheel drive models) 256 2003 HIGHLANDER from damaging the parts or paint. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Positioning the jack D Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It... cable carry high currents or voltages. z When closing the engine hood, check to fall through the spark plug holes. z Do not drive with the wiper frame. z Be careful not to cause cancer and reproductive harm. D Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain...
Owners Manual
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...OIL LEVEL Parts (if level is low): D Stop the vehicle on performing do not place any part of or underneath the jack. D "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or equivalent See page 261 in Section 7 −2 for adding oil) CHECKING LEVEL THE ENGINE COOLANT D Never get under... the jack properly Rear (four −wheel drive models) When jacking up point if necessary. D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for details about engine oil selection. D "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent See page 263 in Section 7 −2 for adding coolant) 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)...
...OIL LEVEL Parts (if level is low): D Stop the vehicle on performing do not place any part of or underneath the jack. D "Toyota Genuine Motor Oil" or equivalent See page 261 in Section 7 −2 for adding oil) CHECKING LEVEL THE ENGINE COOLANT D Never get under... the jack properly Rear (four −wheel drive models) When jacking up point if necessary. D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for details about engine oil selection. D "Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant" or equivalent See page 263 in Section 7 −2 for adding coolant) 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)...
Owners Manual
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Driving even a short distance can get out of balance with a deflated tire. Using any other than the 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 269 ...your Toyota dealer. If an air loss occurs while driving, do not continue driving with regular use and should be balanced. Tires deteriorate with age even if they have a flat tire" on four− wheel drive ...years old must be replaced. Any tires which are not sure, consult with a new one. D Four−wheel drive models: Do not use a tire of a cut or other damage, it should always be replaced. REPLACING YOUR...
Driving even a short distance can get out of balance with a deflated tire. Using any other than the 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 269 ...your Toyota dealer. If an air loss occurs while driving, do not continue driving with regular use and should be balanced. Tires deteriorate with age even if they have a flat tire" on four− wheel drive ...years old must be replaced. Any tires which are not sure, consult with a new one. D Four−wheel drive models: Do not use a tire of a cut or other damage, it should always be replaced. REPLACING YOUR...
Owners Manual
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..." on four −wheel drive models, all the tires must be the same brand and have the same tread patterns. CAUTION Observe the following instructions. Do not use snow tires other than snow tires. To equalize tire wear and help extend tire life, Toyota recommends that you need...above. Also, on page 220 in death or serious injuries. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tire pressure, improper wheel alignment, out −of control. 270 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for uneven wear and ...
..." on four −wheel drive models, all the tires must be the same brand and have the same tread patterns. CAUTION Observe the following instructions. Do not use snow tires other than snow tires. To equalize tire wear and help extend tire life, Toyota recommends that you need...above. Also, on page 220 in death or serious injuries. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tire pressure, improper wheel alignment, out −of control. 270 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for uneven wear and ...
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... Use the tire chains of rotation and be scratched by the chain band, so remove the covers before installing chains. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 271 '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) D Four−wheel drive models: Do not use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check them...
... Use the tire chains of rotation and be scratched by the chain band, so remove the covers before installing chains. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 271 '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) D Four−wheel drive models: Do not use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check them...
Owners Manual
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...wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. Correct replacement wheels are replaced by ones with the same load capacity, diameter, rim width, and offset. D Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may occur. Otherwise, an accident may adversely affect vehicle handling. D Four−wheel drive...locked−wheel braking, as they may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control. D Do not use of the vehicle. wheels of different and types, as this dangerous handling resulting in loss of 272 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug...
...wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. Correct replacement wheels are replaced by ones with the same load capacity, diameter, rim width, and offset. D Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may occur. Otherwise, an accident may adversely affect vehicle handling. D Four−wheel drive...locked−wheel braking, as they may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control. D Do not use of the vehicle. wheels of different and types, as this dangerous handling resulting in loss of 272 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug...
Owners Manual
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... length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) ∗1 : ∗2 : Engine Four −wheel drive models 4685 (184.4) 1825 1690 1745 (71.9) (66.5)∗1 (68.7)∗2 Model: 2AZ−FE and 1MZ−FE Type: 2AZ−... mm (in .): 2AZ−FE engine 2362 (144.1) 1MZ−FE engine 2995 (182.8) Unladen vehicle (without roof rails) Unladen vehicle (with roof rails) 286 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) in .) 4685 (184.4) 1825 1680 1735 (71.9) (66.1)∗1 (68.3)∗2 2715 (106.9) 1580 1565 420 (62...
... length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) ∗1 : ∗2 : Engine Four −wheel drive models 4685 (184.4) 1825 1690 1745 (71.9) (66.5)∗1 (68.7)∗2 Model: 2AZ−FE and 1MZ−FE Type: 2AZ−... mm (in .): 2AZ−FE engine 2362 (144.1) 1MZ−FE engine 2995 (182.8) Unladen vehicle (without roof rails) Unladen vehicle (with roof rails) 286 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) in .) 4685 (184.4) 1825 1680 1735 (71.9) (66.1)∗1 (68.3)∗2 2715 (106.9) 1580 1565 420 (62...
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...18_C (0_F) SAE 80W or 80W−90 REAR DIFFERENTIAL (four −wheel drive models) Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 0.9 (1.0, 0.8) "Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil" is filled in your Toyota dealer for further details. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed ... at sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in Section 7 −2. 289 '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Tires TRANSFER (four −wheel drive models) Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL−5 Recommended oil viscosity: Above −18_C (0_F) ...
...18_C (0_F) SAE 80W or 80W−90 REAR DIFFERENTIAL (four −wheel drive models) Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 0.9 (1.0, 0.8) "Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil" is filled in your Toyota dealer for further details. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed ... at sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in Section 7 −2. 289 '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Tires TRANSFER (four −wheel drive models) Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL−5 Recommended oil viscosity: Above −18_C (0_F) ...
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...gaskets. Rear-Wheel-Drive System Axle housing and all internal parts, axle shafts, drive shafts, constant velocity joints, front hub and bearings, seals and gaskets. Coverage is for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, with the exception of any part supplied by Toyota, subject ...to correct defects in Detail 9 New Vehicle Limited Warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND HOW LONG Basic Warranty This warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are ...
...gaskets. Rear-Wheel-Drive System Axle housing and all internal parts, axle shafts, drive shafts, constant velocity joints, front hub and bearings, seals and gaskets. Coverage is for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, with the exception of any part supplied by Toyota, subject ...to correct defects in Detail 9 New Vehicle Limited Warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND HOW LONG Basic Warranty This warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are ...