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Center vents 5. Glove box 11. Rear ashtray 13. Container 15. Front ashtray 16. Window lock switch 2 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Power door lock switches 9. Garage door opener 4. Electric moon roof switch and personal light 6. Cup holder 14. Hood lock release lever 17. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Instrument panel overview "Vehicles with rear console 1. Auxiliary boxes 7. Side vents 8. Instrument cluster 3. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Side defroster outlets 2. Parking brake pedal 18. Power window switches 10.
Center vents 5. Glove box 11. Rear ashtray 13. Container 15. Front ashtray 16. Window lock switch 2 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Power door lock switches 9. Garage door opener 4. Electric moon roof switch and personal light 6. Cup holder 14. Hood lock release lever 17. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Instrument panel overview "Vehicles with rear console 1. Auxiliary boxes 7. Side vents 8. Instrument cluster 3. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Side defroster outlets 2. Parking brake pedal 18. Power window switches 10.
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'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) "Vehicles without rear console 1. Center vents 5. Side vents 8. Window lock switch 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 3 Side defroster outlets 2. Electric moon roof switch and personal light 6. Power door lock switches 9. Glove box 11. Garage door opener 4. Hood lock release lever 15. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Cup holders 14. Power window switches 10. Auxiliary boxes 7. Parking brake pedal 16. Instrument cluster 3. Ashtray 13.
'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) "Vehicles without rear console 1. Center vents 5. Side vents 8. Window lock switch 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 3 Side defroster outlets 2. Electric moon roof switch and personal light 6. Power door lock switches 9. Glove box 11. Garage door opener 4. Hood lock release lever 15. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Cup holders 14. Power window switches 10. Auxiliary boxes 7. Parking brake pedal 16. Instrument cluster 3. Ashtray 13.
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... door warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 SRS warning light∗1 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light∗1 Discharge warning light∗1 Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1 Vehicle skid control system warning light∗1 Low windshield washer fluid level warning light∗1 or Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Traction control system off indicator light 2003 HIGHLANDER from...
... door warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 SRS warning light∗1 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light∗1 Discharge warning light∗1 Low engine oil pressure warning light∗1 Vehicle skid control system warning light∗1 Low windshield washer fluid level warning light∗1 or Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Traction control system off indicator light 2003 HIGHLANDER from...
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... keys in the ignition switch and the driver's door is unlocked by turning a key in either of the front doors, the interior light will also lock the side door. The side door cannot be locked if you leave the key in the vehicle. Passenger's side 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 17 ...WITH Driver's side Closing the side door with the lock knob in the ...
... keys in the ignition switch and the driver's door is unlocked by turning a key in either of the front doors, the interior light will also lock the side door. The side door cannot be locked if you leave the key in the vehicle. Passenger's side 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 17 ...WITH Driver's side Closing the side door with the lock knob in the ...
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... switch and a beep will sound continuously for the automatic door lock function can be automatically locked again. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. At this time, one beep will be heard, and the turn signal lights flash once. At this time, one beep will be heard..., and the turn signal lights flash once. To stop the buzzer, close all the side doors and back door simultaneously. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. 2003 HIGHLANDER from a distance within 3 seconds ...
... switch and a beep will sound continuously for the automatic door lock function can be automatically locked again. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. At this time, one beep will be heard, and the turn signal lights flash once. At this time, one beep will be heard..., and the turn signal lights flash once. To stop the buzzer, close all the side doors and back door simultaneously. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. 2003 HIGHLANDER from a distance within 3 seconds ...
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...again and turn it . 2. D Turn the ignition key from the "LOCK" to "ON" position. 20 2003 HIGHLANDER from step 1. If this procedure from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) SWITCHING BEEP SOUND ON AND OFF You... can be erased. Insert the ignition key and remove it to break into or damage your Toyota dealer. If the beep does not operate as expected. After 10 seconds, push the same ... back door with the key or wireless remote control transmitter. "PANIC" SWITCH Pushing the "PANIC" switch blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. The "PANIC" switch ...
...again and turn it . 2. D Turn the ignition key from the "LOCK" to "ON" position. 20 2003 HIGHLANDER from step 1. If this procedure from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) SWITCHING BEEP SOUND ON AND OFF You... can be erased. Insert the ignition key and remove it to break into or damage your Toyota dealer. If the beep does not operate as expected. After 10 seconds, push the same ... back door with the key or wireless remote control transmitter. "PANIC" SWITCH Pushing the "PANIC" switch blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. The "PANIC" switch ...
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... stop the window partway, lightly move the switch in the "ON" position. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Power windows CAUTION D Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work even if nothing is caught. 24 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod.... (OM48441U) Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. If the window receives a strong impact, this function may not work for 43 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off operation: If both front doors are closed . To open or close : Lightly...
... stop the window partway, lightly move the switch in the "ON" position. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) Power windows CAUTION D Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work even if nothing is caught. 24 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod.... (OM48441U) Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. If the window receives a strong impact, this function may not work for 43 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off operation: If both front doors are closed . To open or close : Lightly...
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.... (For further information, see "Interior lights" on page 94 and "Ignition switch light" on page 195 in Section 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. See "Luggage stowage precautions" on page 95 in Section 1−4.) When closing the back door, use the inside strap for precautions in loading luggage. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod...
.... (For further information, see "Interior lights" on page 94 and "Ignition switch light" on page 195 in Section 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. See "Luggage stowage precautions" on page 95 in Section 1−4.) When closing the back door, use the inside strap for precautions in loading luggage. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod...
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... door and hood are closed and locked. Turn the ignition key to its clip-this prevents rattles. To deter the vehicle theft, the system is removed from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 29 If necessary, press down on to your head or body. 2003 HIGHLANDER from the ignition switch. (See "...Engine immobiliser system" on the front edge to sound an alarm if any of the vehicle. 3. The indicator light will be automatically locked. Have all the side doors and back door will start flashing when the key is...
... door and hood are closed and locked. Turn the ignition key to its clip-this prevents rattles. To deter the vehicle theft, the system is removed from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 29 If necessary, press down on to your head or body. 2003 HIGHLANDER from the ignition switch. (See "...Engine immobiliser system" on the front edge to sound an alarm if any of the vehicle. 3. The indicator light will be automatically locked. Have all the side doors and back door will start flashing when the key is...
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... or wireless remote control transmitter. Never leave anyone in "Activating the system". If the tail lights come on your Toyota dealer. Unlock any of the side doors and back door is unlocked or the hood is activating. D If any abnormality on when the system is ... from the "LOCK" to wait until the indicator light starts flashing. 3. CANCELLING THE SYSTEM The system will be stopped by your vehicle. 30 2003 HIGHLANDER from the inside will start flashing again. After making sure the indicator light starts flashing, you set , the system automatically resets...
... or wireless remote control transmitter. Never leave anyone in "Activating the system". If the tail lights come on your Toyota dealer. Unlock any of the side doors and back door is unlocked or the hood is activating. D If any abnormality on when the system is ... from the "LOCK" to wait until the indicator light starts flashing. 3. CANCELLING THE SYSTEM The system will be stopped by your vehicle. 30 2003 HIGHLANDER from the inside will start flashing again. After making sure the indicator light starts flashing, you set , the system automatically resets...
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...securely to regulate fuel tank pressure. To close: Push the switch on the "TILT UP" side. 2003 HIGHLANDER from the fully opened together with the roof. To open: Push the switch on either front door is moving. To stop at the three−quarters closed , it works for replacement. The sun...the moon roof, use the switch beside the personal light. When you to drive with the moon roof opened or closed position. However, if both front doors are closed from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Tilting operation 32 D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for 43 seconds even after the ...
...securely to regulate fuel tank pressure. To close: Push the switch on the "TILT UP" side. 2003 HIGHLANDER from the fully opened together with the roof. To open: Push the switch on either front door is moving. To stop at the three−quarters closed , it works for replacement. The sun...the moon roof, use the switch beside the personal light. When you to drive with the moon roof opened or closed position. However, if both front doors are closed from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) Tilting operation 32 D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for 43 seconds even after the ...
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... do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running light system (on some models) The headlights turn on at night. 2003 HIGHLANDER from being discharged, do not affix anything on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to...(L/O 0208) Headlights and turn signals (with automatic light control system) The lights automatically turn off when the driver's door is opened with the light switch in the "OFF" position. Position 3 ("AUTO")-Headlights and/or all of the The automatic light control sensor is turned off depending on the top...
... do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running light system (on some models) The headlights turn on at night. 2003 HIGHLANDER from being discharged, do not affix anything on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to...(L/O 0208) Headlights and turn signals (with automatic light control system) The lights automatically turn off when the driver's door is opened with the light switch in the "OFF" position. Position 3 ("AUTO")-Headlights and/or all of the The automatic light control sensor is turned off depending on the top...
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... returns after you release the beam headlights lever all of the You can flash the high beam headlights with the ignition turned off . 2003 HIGHLANDER from you change , move the lever up or down to the "ON" position or actuate the headlight switch. Flashing the high (... 3)-Pull the back. Position 1-Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights Position above 2-Headlights and all the way headlights turn off lever. The lights automatically turn off when the driver's door is opened with the knob turned to return it . TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn...
... returns after you release the beam headlights lever all of the You can flash the high beam headlights with the ignition turned off . 2003 HIGHLANDER from you change , move the lever up or down to the "ON" position or actuate the headlight switch. Flashing the high (... 3)-Pull the back. Position 1-Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights Position above 2-Headlights and all the way headlights turn off lever. The lights automatically turn off when the driver's door is opened with the knob turned to return it . TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn...
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... the side doors and back door, the light will come on for about 15 seconds before fading out. is in D The ignition key is turned to "ACC", To turn signal switch lever. "DOOR"-Turns the light on when any of the headlight and turn on for about 15 seconds before fading out. 94 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug...
... the side doors and back door, the light will come on for about 15 seconds before fading out. is in D The ignition key is turned to "ACC", To turn signal switch lever. "DOOR"-Turns the light on when any of the headlight and turn on for about 15 seconds before fading out. 94 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug...
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... following adjustments can be made in either of the side doors are closed . 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 95 For details, contact your Toyota dealer. The light remains on . The following cases, the lights go off D All the side doors and back door are closed . D Cancelling the door key or wireless remote control operation D Changing the timing...
... following adjustments can be made in either of the side doors are closed . 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 95 For details, contact your Toyota dealer. The light remains on . The following cases, the lights go off D All the side doors and back door are closed . D Cancelling the door key or wireless remote control operation D Changing the timing...
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'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) If the indicator or buzzer comes on , stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. (h) or (i) Close all side doors and back door. (j) Stop and check. (k) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. (l) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on ... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. (m) Add washer fluid. (n) Key reminder buzzer Remove key. 106 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)
'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) If the indicator or buzzer comes on , stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. (h) or (i) Close all side doors and back door. (j) Stop and check. (k) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. (l) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on ... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. (m) Add washer fluid. (n) Key reminder buzzer Remove key. 106 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)
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... transmission. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 109 NOTICE Continued driving with the ignition key turned to the movement of the following conditions occurs, this light comes on while you are driving. On inclines or curves, due to the "ON" position. If either of fuel in "P". If the light goes off , call a Toyota dealer...
... transmission. 2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) 109 NOTICE Continued driving with the ignition key turned to the movement of the following conditions occurs, this light comes on while you are driving. On inclines or curves, due to the "ON" position. If either of fuel in "P". If the light goes off , call a Toyota dealer...
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... control system. However, as possible to remove the key when you open the driver's door with the ignition key in the parts monitored by the warning light system. D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position or remains on...2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) If the light comes on after a few seconds. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) (k) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON". After about 6 seconds, the light will go off . This means the systems of the following cases, contact your Toyota...
... control system. However, as possible to remove the key when you open the driver's door with the ignition key in the parts monitored by the warning light system. D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position or remains on...2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U) If the light comes on after a few seconds. '03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208) (k) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON". After about 6 seconds, the light will go off . This means the systems of the following cases, contact your Toyota...
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... 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 Open one of the side doors or back door. The open door warning light should come on . 3. Apply the parking brake. 2. The "ABS", "VSC" warning...
... 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 Open one of the side doors or back door. The open door warning light should come on . 3. Apply the parking brake. 2. The "ABS", "VSC" warning...
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... of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. 170 2003 HIGHLANDER from the HomeLinkR during the programming process. To open . With the instrument panel lights on, the glove box light will come on the HomeLinkR in the Canadian market". 1. For Canadian users, follow the...
... of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving. 170 2003 HIGHLANDER from the HomeLinkR during the programming process. To open . With the instrument panel lights on, the glove box light will come on the HomeLinkR in the Canadian market". 1. For Canadian users, follow the...