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Page 1: ...QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 2021 Quick Reference Guide 2021 toyota com Printed in U S A 7 21 21 MKG 15904 00505QRG21HIGR1 ...

Page 2: ...imitations Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor North America Inc wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Highlander A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Highlander operations Every Highlander owner should review the Owner s Manual that accompanies this vehicle Pay special attention to the boxed information highli...

Page 3: ...ate1 2 14 15 Intuitive parking assist 37 Lights1 2 turn signals1 19 Moonroof1 15 Multi Information Display MID 2 22 Multi terrain select AWD 40 Panoramic moonroof 16 Power outlets 12V DC 27 Power outlets 120V AC 27 Power windows1 18 Qi wireless charger 26 Rear view monitor system 39 Seat adjustments Front 20 Seat adjustments Rear 21 Seats Head restraints 20 Seats Stowing returning 3rd row seats 21...

Page 4: ...wheel Headlight turn signal front fog light1 control Meter Multi Information Display MID Hood lock release lever Fuel tank door release button Windshield wiper de icer switch1 Heated steering wheel switch1 Heated steering wheel switch1 Automatic High Beams AHB switch Automatic High Beams AHB switch Birds Eye View Camera switch1 2 Power back door switch1 Power back door switch1 Voice command switch...

Page 5: ... wiper and washer control POWER button Shift lever Audio Navigation2 system Air conditioning heating controls Emergency flasher button 1 If equipped 2 For details refer to the Navigation and Multimedia System Owner s Manual or visit www toyota com audio multimedia for additional resources ...

Page 6: ...o multimedia for additional resources VSC OFF switch SNOW mode switch Driving mode select switch Multi terrain Select switches dial1 Parking brake switch Brake hold switch DAC switch1 USB media port2 USB charging ports Power outlet 12V DC Stop Start cancel switch1 CENTER CONSOLE AREA OVERVIEW Instrument panel continued ...

Page 7: ...ge Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Fuel gauge Shift position display Shift position display Tachometer Tachometer Multi Information Display MID Multi Information Display MID Speedometer Speedometer Outside temperature Outside temperature Clock Clock Odometer and trip meter display Odometer and trip meter display Service indicators and warning lights Instrument cluster ...

Page 8: ...system warning1 Brake hold operating indicator1 2 Brake hold standby indicator1 Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automated Braking OFF indicator1 2 4 5 6 Brake system warning1 BSM outside rear view mirror indicator4 Blind Spot Monitor BSM OFF indicator4 Eco Driving indicator1 Driver s and front passenger s seat belt reminder alarm will sound when the vehicle is on Full Speed Range Dynamic Radar ...

Page 9: ... 4 Security indicator OVERVIEW FEATURES OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY EMERGENCY FEATURES 1 If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the engine there may be a malfunction Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer 2 If the indicator flashes there may be a malfunction Refer to the Owner s Manual 3 If the indicator flashes it indicates that the system is opera...

Page 10: ... Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only or all doors Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors Please refer to the Owner s Manual for more details on how to program the doors NOTE Doors may also be locked unlocked using remote Push Lock Push Unlock Push Push and hold Push ONCE Driver door TWICE All doors Grasp LOCKING OPERATION UNLOCKING OPERATION PO...

Page 11: ...ake pedal depressed push the power button Push Without depressing the brake pedal pressing the power button will change the operation mode in succession from Push and hold Off All systems OFF Emergency flashers can be used Accessory Some electrical components can be used On All electrical components can be used START FUNCTION POWER WITHOUT STARTING ENGINE PANIC BUTTON Smart Key system ...

Page 12: ...eard If the cap is not locked or tightened enough the Check Engine indicator may illuminate Turn to open Store Close Engage support rod Pull Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and raise hood Fuel tank door release cap Hood release OVERVIEW ...

Page 13: ...aintain performance Please refer to the Warranty Maintenance Guide Darker Brighter The brightness of the meters is changed between day mode and night mode Day mode When the surrounding area is bright Night mode When the surrounding area is dark Engine oil level dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid tank Engine oil filler cap Instrument panel light control Engine maintenance ...

Page 14: ...ift from Park Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes or turned OFF Shift position linked door locking unlocking function Doors lock when shifting from Park Doors unlock when shifting into Park Speed linked door locking function Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph 20 km h Driver s door linked door unlocking function Doors unlock when the d...

Page 15: ...ock Function Deactivated displays on the MID Manual While vehicle is stopped and brake pedal is depressed pull to set parking brake and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on To release press the brake pedal and push switch The indicator and the light turn off Refer to the Owner s Manual for limitations and more details Parking brake light Standby indicator Operated indicator ...

Page 16: ...3 To set the height using the Multi Information Display press or of the meter control switches and select Vehicle settings from screen Press or and select PBD and then press Select Opening Adjustment then press Select desired position 5 height options to choose from then press NOTE If battery is disconnected the power back door needs to be reinitialized Instrument panel Vehicles without tow hitch ...

Page 17: ... of the meter control switches and select PBD from the Vehicle Settings in the screen in the Multi Information Display MID to access hands free settings And push to enter selection NOTE Installation of a tow hitch receiver or other accessories may require disabling or removing the kick sensor Use the same gear and icons from the HUD section Refer to the Owner s Manual for limitations and more deta...

Page 18: ...c moonroof is tilted up the electronic sunshade opens to the half open position Tilt down Press and hold the center of the switch to tilt down The panoramic moonroof can be tilted down only when it is in the tilt up position Note The panoramic moonroof can be opened from the tilt up position Also lightly pressing the switch again stops the panoramic moonroof partway Quickly slide and release the s...

Page 19: ...be displayed on the Multi Information Display Check that the shift lever is in P Press the power button shortly and firmly while turning the steering wheel left and right Steering lock release Hold wheel push lever down set angle and length and return lever Angle Lock release lever NOTE Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion Length Tilt telescopic steering wheel Lock Unlock Door l...

Page 20: ...ins operable Power windows Indicator On Interval wipe Off Push to wash and wipe 1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase decrease wiper frequency 2 Rain sensing windshield wipers Rotate to increase decrease sensor sensitivity Rain sensing AUTO Slow Fast Adjust sensitivity2 Interval wipe OFF OFF Mist and single wipe Mist and single wipe Slow Fast Adjust frequency1 Pul...

Page 21: ...n lock switch on the remote is pushed after all doors are locked Automatic High Beams AHB system Automatically switches between high and low beams as appropriate to enhance vision at night Refer to Toyota Safety Sense 2 5 TSS 2 5 in this guide or the Owner s Manual for more details on the Automatic High Beams feature Operating conditions must be met Refer to the Owner s Manual for details Low beam...

Page 22: ...ward Seatback angle Seatback angle Seat position forward backward Seat cushion front angle driver s side only Seat height driver s side only Lumbar support driver s side only Lock release button Lock release button Lock release button Front Second row Third row center seat Seat adjustments Front Seats Head restraints ...

Page 23: ...inside Returning the outer head restraints Second row 7 seat models Refer to the Owner s Manual for more details Refer to the Owner s Manual for more details Pull Pull Pull Raise Seatback angle adjustment lever Seatback angle adjustment lever Seatback angle adjustment lever Seat position adjustment lever Seat adjustments Rear Seats Stowing returning 3rd row seats ...

Page 24: ... 4 2 in DISPLAY IF EQUIPPED VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7 in DISPLAY IF EQUIPPED Return to previous screen Return to previous screen Push enter Push and hold reset Push enter Push and hold reset Scroll search screens Scroll search screens Driving support system information display Driving information display Vehicle information display Audio system linked display Settings display Warning message displa...

Page 25: ...port systems on the windshield Press meter control switches and select in the Multi Information Display MID and then select to access Head up display settings And push to enter selection Refer to the Owner s Manual for more details Clock 1 Push MENU button next to the screen 2 Select Setup or General in the touchscreen to access the general setting screen 3 Select Clock 4 Select desired items to b...

Page 26: ...timedia System Owner s Manual for additional user instructions NOTE Always use safe driving practices and follow all traffic rules Microphone Voice command switch Start and end call Steering wheel switches telephone controls Bluetooth MODE Push to change audio mode Push and hold to mute or pause the audio Use to search within the selected audio feature FEATURES OPERATIONS Volume control ...

Page 27: ... to turn ON OFF turn to adjust the volume Push to turn ON OFF turn to adjust the volume Turn to tune radio stations manually or select tracks or files Turn to tune radio stations manually or select tracks or files Access HOME screen Access HOME screen Access MENU screen Access MENU screen Access AUDIO screen Access AUDIO screen Access MAP screen Access MAP screen Seek station track file select Acc...

Page 28: ...the illustration An amber indicator illuminates while charging is in progress When charging is complete the indicator illuminates green Some phones cases or cover type wireless chargers may not cause the green indicator to illuminate even though it is fully charged The vehicle must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for use Refer to the Owner s Manual for limitations and more details on this ...

Page 29: ...tlets 12V DC Power outlets 120V AC if equipped The vehicle must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for use The vehicle must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for use The vehicle must be on for use Front Center console inside Rear Front USB charge ports Charge only Charge only ...

Page 30: ...tion screen or vehicle information screen will display that screen in full screen Select to return to the split screen display AWD models Select Setting on the vehicle information screen to display the setting screen Select to display the air conditioning control screen Select slide operation on off Display the software information Select to display the seats climate screen Select to display the a...

Page 31: ...r Windshield wiper de icer REAR CLIMATE switch Air Conditioning ON OFF Control knobs SYNC control Fan speed Airflow mode Rear seat temperature Recirculate cabin air outside air when OFF Airflow mode display Vehicles equipped with 8 in display Temperature control driver side Front windshield defogger Fan OFF Temperature control passenger side Automatic climate control ON Adjusting the temperature s...

Page 32: ...ir outside air when OFF FRONT MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING IF EQUIPPED Front air conditioning control screen 12 3 in display Main control screen Option control screen Temperature setting driver side Display the option control screen Display the previous screen Rear air conditioning display Fan speed setting SYNC switch Temperature setting passenger side Airflow mode control Front seat concentrated airf...

Page 33: ...de control Rear temperature setting Fan OFF Rear AUTO switch Airflow mode control Airflow mode control Front air conditioning control panel 8 in display Rear air conditioning control panel 12 3 in display Fan speed Fan speed Airflow mode display Airflow mode display REAR AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING IF EQUIPPED Automatic climate control ON Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow ven...

Page 34: ...ver and passenger 12 3 in display Ventilated seats for driver and passenger 8 in display Ventilated Ventilated seats for driver and passenger 12 3 in display FRONT FRONT A C CONTROL PANEL IF EQUIPPED FRONT TOYOTA MULTI OPERATION TOUCH IF EQUIPPED REAR SEAT HEATERS ONLY IF EQUIPPED The vehicle must be on for use Level indicators blue Level indicators red FEATURES OPERATIONS ...

Page 35: ...re utilizes the vehicle s built in microphone to amplify the driver s voice through the rear speakers The feature must be turned on every time you enter the vehicle and automatically turns off when any door including the liftgate is opened There are 7 volume settings To activate 1 Select MENU on the Audio Multimedia System and then select Setup 2 Select Driver Easy Speak from Audio screen Driver E...

Page 36: ...es while HomeLink is operating HomeLink logo Appears while HomeLink is operating Buttons Buttons HomeLink indicator light HomeLink indicator light Illuminates above each button selected Vehicles with auto anti glare inside rear view mirror if equipped Vehicles with Digital Rearview Mirror if equipped Vehicle Stability Control VSC TRAC Trailer Sway Control OFF switch The VSC OFF switch can be used ...

Page 37: ...pproaching from the right or left rear of the Highlander is detected the outside rear view mirror indicators will flash Also the RCTA icon for the detected side will be displayed on the audio system display and the RCTA buzzer will sound BLIND SPOT MONITOR BSM REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT RCTA 1 Press or switches and select from the Multi Information Display MID 2 Press or switches and select or then ...

Page 38: ... shift position When reversing a vehicle is approaching and the brake pedal is not depressed or is depressed late The Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automated Braking consists of the following functions that operate when driving at a low speed or backing up such as when parking When the system determines that the possibility of a collision with a detected object is high a warning operates to u...

Page 39: ...display inform the driver of the approximate position and distance of the obstacle by illuminating continuously far or blinking near Depending on your Audio Multimedia system you can adjust settings 1 Press switches and select from the Multi Information Display MID 2 Press switches and select and then press The setting screen is displayed 3 Press switches and select the Intuitive parking assist on...

Page 40: ...n operating at low speeds or parking by combining front side and rear cameras and displaying an overhead image on the Audio Multimedia System screen To display the moving view see through view screen press the camera switch when the shift lever is in the P position and the Intuitive parking assist is enabled For limitations and more details refer to the Navigation and Multimedia System Owner s Man...

Page 41: ...en the vehicle is on an incline brake force is temporarily maintained to prevent rolling backwards until the engine is restarted and drive force is generated When drive force is generated the maintained brake force is automatically canceled Refer to the Owner s Manual for limitations and more details on this system before attempting to use it HILL START ASSIST CONTROL HAC Rear view monitor system ...

Page 42: ...hen driving over muddy sandy or rough road surfaces the system selects a suitable driving mode to switch AWD brake and drive force control to perform control suitable for the road condition MUD SAND Muddy roads sandy roads or dirty conditions ROCK DIRT Very bumpy road conditions such as unpaved forest roads Refer to the Owner s Manual for limitations and more details on this system before attempti...

Page 43: ...on to activate the system The slip indicator will flash to indicate that the downhill assist control system is operating Refer to the Owner s Manual for more details Driving mode select switch SPORT mode Use Sport mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling is desired for example when driving on mountain roads Normal Suitable for normal driving ECO mode Helps achieve lower fuel ...

Page 44: ... provide notification when the system detects an unintended lane departure The Steering Assist function is designed to provide small corrective steering inputs to the steering wheel for a short period of time to help keep the vehicle in its lane The Sway Warning function is designed to detect vehicle swaying based on the vehicle location and steering wheel operation and alert drivers with an audio...

Page 45: ... performance that this system can provide do not overly rely on this system This system will not prevent collisions or lessen collision damage or injury in every situation Do not use PCS instead of normal braking operations under any circumstances Do not attempt to test the operation of the Pre Collision System yourself as the system may not operate or engage possibly leading to an accident In som...

Page 46: ...id the collision Refer to the Toyota Owner s Manual for additional information on PCS operation settings adjustments limitations and precautions before attempting to use it Monocular camera sensor Millimeter wave radar As part of the Pre Collision System this function is also designed to first provide an alert and then automatic braking if needed Refer to the Toyota Owner s Manual for additional l...

Page 47: ... turned on The system can be disabled enabled and the alert timing of the system can be changed Alert timing only brake operation remains the same 1 Press or switches and select from the Multi Information Display MID 2 Press or switches and select PCS and then press The setting screen is displayed 3 Press or switches and select PCS on off and then press to select the desired setting 4 Press to go ...

Page 48: ...ne Centering Refer to the Toyota Owner s Manual for additional information on LTA operation settings adjustments limitations and precautions before attempting to use it TURNING THE LTA SYSTEM ON OFF LANE TRACING ASSIST SYSTEM Note Operation of the LTA system and setting adjustments continues in the same condition regardless of Ignition cycle until changed by the driver or the system is reset The L...

Page 49: ...e Steering Assist function is designed to provide gentle corrective steering See toyota com safety sense for more information Refer to the Toyota Owner s Manual for a list of additional situations in which the system operation may be limited LANE DEPARTURE ALERT LTA system display The LTA indicator is illuminated when Lane Departure Alert is active The LTA indicator and lane markers flash orange w...

Page 50: ...eled However when the operation conditions are met again operation of the function is automatically restored For example Lane Departure Alert may not function on the side s where white yellow lines are not detectable ADJUSTING LANE DEPARTURE ALERT SENSITIVITY The driver can adjust the sensitivity of the Lane Departure Alert function from the Multi Information Display MID customization screen High ...

Page 51: ... from the Multi Information Display MID 2 Press or switches and select and then press The setting screen is displayed 3 Press or switches and select Sway Sensitivity and then press to select the desired setting 4 Press to go back to the menu Refer to the Toyota Owner s Manual for additional information on LTA operation settings adjustments limitations and precautions before attempting to use it 1 ...

Page 52: ...e limited Operation display of steering wheel operation support LTA indicator Lane markers LANE TRACING ASSIST w LANE CENTERING LTA system display Follow up cruising display The lane centering function is linked with Full Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control DRCC and provides the required assistance by operating the steering wheel to keep the vehicle in its current lane When dynamic radar crui...

Page 53: ...elect Lane center and then press to select the desired setting 4 Press to go back to the menu Note Operation of the LTA system and setting adjustments continues in the same condition regardless of Ignition cycle until changed by the driver or the system is reset Refer to the Toyota Owner s Manual for additional information on LTA operation settings adjustments limitations and precautions before at...

Page 54: ...ehicle to vehicle distance button Cruise control switch Indicators Refer to page 54 for switching to Constant Speed Cruise Control Mode ADJUSTING SET SPEED 3 2 Vehicle will cruise at a set speed decelerate to maintain selected distance from a slower vehicle traveling in front and accelerate back up to the selected speed if the vehicle in front changes lanes or speeds up 1 Push to turn DRCC system ...

Page 55: ...d The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver The desired vehicle to vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle to vehicle distance control 2 Deceleration cruising and follow up cruising when a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed appears When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you the system automatically decelerates your vehicle When a greater reduction i...

Page 56: ... driving slower than the set speed The system accelerates until the set speed is reached The system then returns to constant speed cruising SWITCHING TO CONSTANT SPEED CRUISE CONTROL MODE SETTING CONSTANT SPEED CRUISE CONTROL If you are already using DRCC push ON OFF button to turn the system off first then push and hold ON OFF button for at least 1 5 seconds to switch Note When the engine is turn...

Page 57: ...he Automatic High Beams AHB safety system is designed to help you see more clearly at night At speeds above 25 mph AHB can detect the headlights of oncoming vehicles and taillights of preceding vehicles then automatically toggles between high and low beams accordingly See toyota com safety sense for more information Refer to the Toyota Owner s Manual for a list of additional situations in which th...

Page 58: ...eed limit Stop Do Not Enter Yield When a tab other than the driving support system information is selected the following types of road signs will be displayed Speed limit sign Do Not Enter sign when notification is necessary 1 Press or switches and select from the Multi Information Display MID 2 Press or switches and select RSA and then press 3 Press switches and select the Road Sign Assist on off...

Page 59: ...heard Plate A Plate B Buckle A Buckle B Push plate B into buckle B until a click sound is heard Keep as low on hips as possible Take up slack Too high NOTE If a passenger s seat belt is fully extended then retracted even slightly the Automatic locking retractor ALR will prevent it from being re extended beyond that point unless fully retracted again This feature is used to help hold child restrain...

Page 60: ...cle to your local Toyota dealer NOTE The warning light may come on due to temperature changes or changes in tire pressure from natural air leakage If the system has not been initialized recently setting the tire pressures to factory specifications should turn off the light Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the vehicle off Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving Adjus...

Page 61: ...under the center deck board to find the spare tire clamp bolt Assemble the jack handle Put the adapter socket on the spare tire clamp bolt Loosen the bolt by turning it counterclockwise with the jack handle 1 3 2 SPARE TIRE JACK AND TOOL LOCATION REMOVING THE SPARE TIRE Spare tire tools Wheel nut wrench Adapter socket Jack Spare tire Jack handle Wheel lock key if equipped ...

Page 62: ...bscribers Safety Connect is staffed with live agents at the Toyota response center which operates 24 hours per day 7 days per week Services for subscribers include Automatic collision notification Stolen vehicle locator Emergency assistance SOS button Enhanced roadside assistance For additional information refer to the Owner s Manual or visit www toyota com connected services Microphone LED indica...

Page 63: ...brake pressure more quickly than just the driver alone can ELECTRONIC BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION EBD Toyota s ABS technology has Electronic Brake force Distribution EBD to help maintain control and balance when braking EBD responds to sudden stops by redistributing brake force to enhance the braking effectiveness of all four wheels SMART STOP TECHNOLOGY SST Smart Stop Technology automatically reduce...

Page 64: ...ooks to keep the mat in place Install floor mats right side up Always align the Δ marks TRACTION CONTROL TRAC VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing engine power and Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet icy or uneven surfaces by applying brake force to the spinning wheel s Toyota s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts t...

Page 65: ...63 OVERVIEW FEATURES OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY EMERGENCY FEATURES ...

Page 66: ...64 BLUETOOTH DEVICE PAIRING SECTION Do not attempt the Bluetooth Pairing process while driving ...

Page 67: ...uetooth then select Add New Device on display screen Ensure Bluetooth is turned on for your device Select Device Name iPhone bluetooth Menu Android bluetooth Menu 1 Some Android devices may have slightly different SETTINGS screen layout depending on manufacturer of device and Android OS version Check the display on your smart phone Does the PIN XXXX match the PIN displayed If it does select Pair P...

Page 68: ...ill be displayed You may need to allow message access on your phone Note You may also select Skip on display screen to skip enabling notifications If skipped proceed to Step 8 Turn on Show Notifications for iPhone or ON for Android A confirmation will appear once your phone has been paired and connected iPhone Android Bluetooth Pairing for your phone cont STEP 6 STEP 8 STEP 7 STEP 9 ...

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Page 71: ...imitations Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor North America Inc wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Highlander A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Highlander operations Every Highlander owner should review the Owner s Manual that accompanies this vehicle Pay special attention to the boxed information highli...

Page 72: ...QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 2021 Quick Reference Guide 2021 toyota com Printed in U S A 7 21 21 MKG 15904 00505QRG21HIGR1 ...

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