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Center vents 4. Electric moon roof switch and personal lights 5. Power door lock switches 9. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Power outlet 16. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) "Vehicles without rear seat entertainment system (view A) 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Garage door opener 6. Auxiliary boxes 7. Cup holder 14. Parking brake pedal 20. Power window switches 10. Rear ashtray 13. Front ashtray 17. Side vents 8. Container 15. Instrument cluster 3. Glove box 11. Hood lock release lever 19. Window lock switch 3 Audio remote control switches 18.
Center vents 4. Electric moon roof switch and personal lights 5. Power door lock switches 9. Automatic transmission selector lever 12. Power outlet 16. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) "Vehicles without rear seat entertainment system (view A) 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Garage door opener 6. Auxiliary boxes 7. Cup holder 14. Parking brake pedal 20. Power window switches 10. Rear ashtray 13. Front ashtray 17. Side vents 8. Container 15. Instrument cluster 3. Glove box 11. Hood lock release lever 19. Window lock switch 3 Audio remote control switches 18.
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... system warning light∗1 or Anti −lock brake system warning light∗1 Driver's seat belt reminder light∗1 Open door warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 (four −wheel drive models) SRS warning light∗1 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light∗1 Charging system warning light...
... system warning light∗1 or Anti −lock brake system warning light∗1 Driver's seat belt reminder light∗1 Open door warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 (four −wheel drive models) SRS warning light∗1 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light∗1 Charging system warning light...
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... light 12 If this light flashes, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" on page 163 in Section 1−6. Turn signal indicator lights or Automatic transmission indicator lights Overdrive−off indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light ∗1: ∗2: Cruise control indicator light∗2 For details, see "Cruise control" on...
... light 12 If this light flashes, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" on page 163 in Section 1−6. Turn signal indicator lights or Automatic transmission indicator lights Overdrive−off indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light ∗1: ∗2: Cruise control indicator light∗2 For details, see "Cruise control" on...
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...−lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up the tank as soon as possible. Contact your Toyota dealer to prevent erroneous pedal operation. For details, see "Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I /M) programs Your vehicle may occur. Thereafter,...the engine, emission control system, electronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warning light system itself. However, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I ...
...−lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up the tank as soon as possible. Contact your Toyota dealer to prevent erroneous pedal operation. For details, see "Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I /M) programs Your vehicle may occur. Thereafter,...the engine, emission control system, electronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warning light system itself. However, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I ...
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... conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in "P". A warning light turning on for assistance. This light warns that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is turned to service the vehicle. (i) Open Door Warning Light and Buzzer This light remains on together with the brake...off, you are driving, slow down and pull off , call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for more than 6 seconds or flashes. NOTICE Continued driving with any door open, a buzzer sounds. (j) Automatic Transmission Temperature Warning (four −wheel drive models) Fluid Light (k) SRS...
... conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in "P". A warning light turning on for assistance. This light warns that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is turned to service the vehicle. (i) Open Door Warning Light and Buzzer This light remains on together with the brake...off, you are driving, slow down and pull off , call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for more than 6 seconds or flashes. NOTICE Continued driving with any door open, a buzzer sounds. (j) Automatic Transmission Temperature Warning (four −wheel drive models) Fluid Light (k) SRS...
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'06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) SECTION 1− 7 144 145 154 158 159 163 163 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch ...Automatic transmission ...Traction control system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Tire pressure warning system ...Parking brake ...Cruise control ... 143
'06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) SECTION 1− 7 144 145 154 158 159 163 163 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch ...Automatic transmission ...Traction control system ...Vehicle stability control system ...Tire pressure warning system ...Parking brake ...Cruise control ... 143
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... switch must be in "ON" position.) D: Normal driving (with the ignition switch in . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) Automatic transmission "2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine Selector lever Lock release button To prevent misshifting Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed (with...
... switch must be in "ON" position.) D: Normal driving (with the ignition switch in . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) Automatic transmission "2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine Selector lever Lock release button To prevent misshifting Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is depressed (with...
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...as normal cruising, hill climbing, hard towing, etc. If the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will downshift to "D". The "O/D OFF" indicator light should come on and the transmission will not shift into the "2" position. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) When the cruise control is ...gear when the vehicle speed drops down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to third gear. (b) Overdrive switch You can downshift the transmission as follows: D Push the overdrive switch. The "O/D OFF" indicator light will not be in Section 3. To turn the overdrive off ....
...as normal cruising, hill climbing, hard towing, etc. If the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission will downshift to "D". The "O/D OFF" indicator light should come on and the transmission will not shift into the "2" position. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) When the cruise control is ...gear when the vehicle speed drops down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to third gear. (b) Overdrive switch You can downshift the transmission as follows: D Push the overdrive switch. The "O/D OFF" indicator light will not be in Section 3. To turn the overdrive off ....
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... "2" ...111 km/h (69 mph) "L" ...62 km/h (38 mph) NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is not cancelled. The transmission will downshift to first gear when the vehicle speed drops down , shift the selector lever to decrease the vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" on ...a slippery surface. With the selector lever in "2" or "L", you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking is not enabled because the cruise control is moving. (g) Parking 1. With the brake pedal...
... "2" ...111 km/h (69 mph) "L" ...62 km/h (38 mph) NOTICE Never shift into reverse while the vehicle is not cancelled. The transmission will downshift to first gear when the vehicle speed drops down , shift the selector lever to decrease the vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" on ...a slippery surface. With the selector lever in "2" or "L", you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking is not enabled because the cruise control is moving. (g) Parking 1. With the brake pedal...
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Be sure to turn the switch on immediately afterward. (i) Driving in snow mode Use this can cause the transmission to overheat. The "ECT SNOW" indicator on the instrument cluster is on , the snow mode is cancelled when the engine is turned off . If ...switch again. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into "P" position under any circumstances while the vehicle is on . D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive switch should be turned off with the engine running.
Be sure to turn the switch on immediately afterward. (i) Driving in snow mode Use this can cause the transmission to overheat. The "ECT SNOW" indicator on the instrument cluster is on , the snow mode is cancelled when the engine is turned off . If ...switch again. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) CAUTION Never attempt to move the selector lever into "P" position under any circumstances while the vehicle is on . D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive switch should be turned off with the engine running.
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'06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) (j) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page 354 in Section 4. 149 For instructions, see "If you cannot shift the selector lever from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button.
'06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) (j) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" on page 354 in Section 4. 149 For instructions, see "If you cannot shift the selector lever from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button.
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.... D: Normal driving (with the ignition switch in . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) "3.3 L V6 (3MZ−FE) engine Selector lever Lock release button To prevent misshifting Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is also displayed on ) 3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking Shift...
.... D: Normal driving (with the ignition switch in . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) "3.3 L V6 (3MZ−FE) engine Selector lever Lock release button To prevent misshifting Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of "P" position when the brake pedal is also displayed on ) 3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking Shift...
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... again, push the switch again. Always drive your foot on page 163 in "How to fourth gear. (b) Overdrive switch You can downshift the transmission as normal cruising, hill climbing, hard towing, etc. If the engine is turned off when the overdrive is off . The "O/D OFF" indicator... light should come on and the transmission will downshift to start the engine" on ) by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking will select the most suitable gear for running...
... again, push the switch again. Always drive your foot on page 163 in "How to fourth gear. (b) Overdrive switch You can downshift the transmission as normal cruising, hill climbing, hard towing, etc. If the engine is turned off when the overdrive is off . The "O/D OFF" indicator... light should come on and the transmission will downshift to start the engine" on ) by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking will select the most suitable gear for running...
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...to apply the parking brake securely. 3. With the brake pedal pressed down with the lever in "3", "2" or "L", you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking is not enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. Serious mechanical damage and ...loss of vehicle control may cause severe automatic transmission damage from going into reverse while the vehicle is given below for your reference: "3" ...144 km/h (90 mph) "2" ...92 km...
...to apply the parking brake securely. 3. With the brake pedal pressed down with the lever in "3", "2" or "L", you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking is not enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. Serious mechanical damage and ...loss of vehicle control may cause severe automatic transmission damage from going into reverse while the vehicle is given below for your reference: "3" ...144 km/h (90 mph) "2" ...92 km...
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... is depressed, use overdrive. If the engine is turned off . CAUTION Always keep your vehicle in snow mode Use this can cause the transmission to the snow mode, push the switch. The "ECT SNOW" indicator on the instrument cluster is on immediately afterward. (j) If you cannot...hold the vehicle on page 354 in order to turn the switch on . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) (h) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between fourth gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive switch should be turned off with the snow mode...
... is depressed, use overdrive. If the engine is turned off . CAUTION Always keep your vehicle in snow mode Use this can cause the transmission to the snow mode, push the switch. The "ECT SNOW" indicator on the instrument cluster is on immediately afterward. (j) If you cannot...hold the vehicle on page 354 in order to turn the switch on . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) (h) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between fourth gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive switch should be turned off with the snow mode...
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To release: Depress the parking brake pedal once again. Type A Cruise control The cruise control is set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or snow−covered) or winding roads. Cruising ...
To release: Depress the parking brake pedal once again. Type A Cruise control The cruise control is set speed, cancel the cruise control then downshift the transmission to use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or snow−covered) or winding roads. Cruising ...
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... indicate that speed. The "CRUISE" indicator light on the instrument panel will come on , press the "ON−OFF" button. SETTING THE CRUISING SPEED The transmission must be in "D" before you set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). Bring your foot off when it is off . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) CAUTION To avoid accidentally...
... indicate that speed. The "CRUISE" indicator light on the instrument panel will come on , press the "ON−OFF" button. SETTING THE CRUISING SPEED The transmission must be in "D" before you set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). Bring your foot off when it is off . '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) CAUTION To avoid accidentally...
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...next or previous page will appear on the screen and then the initial setting screen will be searched and played. 230 You can change a multiplex transmission. You can also display the screen by pushing the "Main/Sub" switch. Page" or "Next Page" switch while the player is displayed. ...Next Page" switch while the disc menu is playing video. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) CHANGING MENU (video CD only) PAGE OR TRACK CHANGING A MULTIPLEX TRANSMISSION (video CD only) Push the "Main/Sub" switch to Main/Sub by pushing the "SET UP" button on page 220 in this Section for details...
...next or previous page will appear on the screen and then the initial setting screen will be searched and played. 230 You can change a multiplex transmission. You can also display the screen by pushing the "Main/Sub" switch. Page" or "Next Page" switch while the player is displayed. ...Next Page" switch while the disc menu is playing video. '06 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0508) CHANGING MENU (video CD only) PAGE OR TRACK CHANGING A MULTIPLEX TRANSMISSION (video CD only) Push the "Main/Sub" switch to Main/Sub by pushing the "SET UP" button on page 220 in this Section for details...
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...) -Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Accessory weight Meaning the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory −installed equipment (whether...
...) -Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Accessory weight Meaning the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory −installed equipment (whether...
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...a time. Failure to severe tire damage such as a tire burst. Otherwise, the impact could cause the vehicle to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for more than 30 seconds at a right angle. It can lead to do so can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy... overheat and not work safely, pull to skid or spin. 319 D Do not rest your speed and downshift. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in various conditions D Always slow down a long or steep hill, reduce your foot on a hill, turn the front wheels until they still do not ...
...a time. Failure to severe tire damage such as a tire burst. Otherwise, the impact could cause the vehicle to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for more than 30 seconds at a right angle. It can lead to do so can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy... overheat and not work safely, pull to skid or spin. 319 D Do not rest your speed and downshift. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in various conditions D Always slow down a long or steep hill, reduce your foot on a hill, turn the front wheels until they still do not ...