Toyota 2007 Highlander, Owner'S Manual

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’07 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0608)
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2007 HIGHLANDER from July ’06 Prod. (OM48682U)
2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn
the cap slowly counterclockwise,
then pause slightly before removing
it.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh
when the cap is opened.
3. The removed cap can be stored on
the back side of the fuel filler door.
When installing the cap, turn the cap
clockwise until you hear a click. When
you hear the click, the cap is fully closed.
If the cap is not installed securely, the
malfunction indicator lamp comes on.
Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving
several times. If the indicator lamp does
not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
!
Make sure the cap is installed se-
curely to prevent fuel spillage in
the event of an accident.
!
Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank
cap for replacement. It is designed
to regulate fuel tank pressure.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the cap, apply
force only in the turning direction to
the cap. Do not pull or pry it.