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  • Page 1 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 2021...
  • Page 2 Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction. All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
  • Page 3 BLUETOOTH ® DEVICE 64-66 Seat adjustments-Rear PAIRING SECTION Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information. ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
  • Page 4 OVERVIEW Instrument panel Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) vehicle-to- Full-Speed Range Meter control switches Telephone switch vehicle distance button DRCC switches Audio control switches Audio volume Voice command switch control switch Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)/ Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist switch Steering wheel controls Meter/Multi-Information Display (MID) Headlight/turn signal/front fog light...
  • Page 5 If equipped. For details, refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual” or visit www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia for additional resources. Windshield wiper and Audio/Navigation system washer control Air conditioning/heating controls Emergency flasher button Shift lever POWER button...
  • Page 6 Brake hold switch Stop & Start cancel switch “DAC” switch SNOW mode switch VSC OFF switch Driving mode select switch Multi-terrain Select switches/dial If equipped. For details, refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual” or visit www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia for additional resources.
  • Page 7 Instrument cluster VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.2-in DISPLAY Tachometer Multi-Information Display (MID) Speedometer Outside temperature Clock Shift position display Engine coolant Fuel gauge temperature gauge Odometer and trip meter display VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7-in DISPLAY Tachometer Multi-Information Display (MID) Speedometer Clock Outside temperature Engine coolant Fuel gauge...
  • Page 8 OVERVIEW Indicator symbols For details, refer to “Warning lights and indicators,” Section 2-1, 2021 Owner’s Manual. Front and Rear Parking Assist Airbag SRS warning with Automated Braking OFF 1,2,4,5,6 indicator Air Bag ON/OFF indicator Front Fog light indicator 4, 5 Anti-lock Brake (ABS) System Fuel tank door position warning...
  • Page 9 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. If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 10 OVERVIEW Keyless entry UNLOCKING OPERATION Carry Smart Key remote Driver door unlock* Grasp Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety. LOCKING OPERATION Carry Smart Key remote All-door lock...
  • Page 11 PANIC BUTTON Push and hold Smart Key system START FUNCTION Push NOTE: The Smart Key must be carried to enable the start function. With the gear shift lever in Park and the brake pedal depressed, push the power button. POWER (WITHOUT STARTING ENGINE) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the power button will change the operation mode in succession from: Off - All systems OFF.
  • Page 12 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release & cap Store Turn to open Close NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not locked or tightened enough, the Check Engine indicator “ ” may illuminate. Hood release Pull up the auxiliary catch Pull lever and raise hood Engage support rod...
  • Page 13 Instrument panel light control 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 maintenance Engine oil filler cap Engine oil level dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid tank...
  • Page 14 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Auto lock/unlock Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or turned OFF. DEFAULT SETTING Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function -Doors lock when shifting from Park. -Doors unlock when shifting into Park. CUSTOMIZED SETTING Speed linked door locking function -Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph (20 km/h).
  • Page 15 Electric parking brake PARKING BRAKE Automatic mode Driver side Manual mode RELEASE Parking brake light Automatic To turn automatic mode ON, while vehicle is stopped, pull and hold switch until “EPB Shift Interlock Function Activated” displays in the Multi-Information Display (MID).
  • Page 16 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Height Adjustable, Hands-Free Power Liftgate ( if equipped Instrument panel Open: Push and hold Close: Push and hold again Power Liftgate (back door) (open only) (close only) HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE FUNCTION 1. When the liftgate reaches the desired height, push the rear liftgate close-button (on the door jam of the liftgate) once.
  • Page 17 HANDS-FREE FUNCTION (CONTINUED) Perform the entire kick operation within 1 second. Kick sensor To automatically open/close Power Liftgate: Quickly kick your foot underneath the lower center part (vehicles without tow hitch) or the lower left side (vehicles with tow hitch) of the rear bumper for within 1 second to trigger sensor. To operate, make sure that the touchless sensor operation is enabled, the vehicle is OFF and that you are carrying the remote.
  • Page 18 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Panoramic moonroof (if equipped) SLIDING OPERATION Opening and closing the electronic sunshade Open - Slide and hold the switch backward. The electronic sunshade will open fully automatically.* Close - Slide and hold the switch forward. Close The electronic sunshade will close fully automatically.* Open * Quickly slide and release the switch in either direction to stop the electronic...
  • Page 19 Door locks Lock Unlock Steering lock release Turn Push When the steering lock cannot be released, “Push Power Button while Turning Steering Wheel in Either Direction” will 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.
  • Page 20 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Power windows Driver side Window lock switch Down Indicator All window auto up/down Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows.
  • Page 21 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.
  • Page 22 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Seat adjustments-Front MANUAL SEAT Seat position Seatback angle (forward/backward) POWER SEAT Seat cushion Seat position (front) angle (forward/backward) (driver’s side only) Seatback angle Lumbar support (driver’s side only) Seat height (driver’s side only) Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Seats-Head restraints Front Second row...
  • Page 23 Seat adjustments-Rear Second row (8-seat models) Second row (7-seat models) Seatback angle Seatback angle adjustment lever adjustment lever Seat position adjustment lever Third row seat Seatback angle adjustment lever Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Seats-Stowing & returning 3rd row seats Stowing Returning (from outside) Pull...
  • Page 24 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Multi-Information Display (MID) VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.2-in DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) Return to previous screen Push: enter, Push and hold: reset Scroll/search screens VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7-in DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) Return to previous screen Push: enter, Push and hold: reset Scroll/search screens Press meter control switches to change and select information in the following: Driving information display...
  • Page 25 Head-Up Display (HUD) (if equipped) Shift position display - Navigation system-linked display area (if equipped) Speed limit/RSA (Road - Driving assist system status display Sign Assist) display Vehicle speed display ECO driving indicator/ Message display Tachometer/ Outside temperature The head-up display is linked to the meters and navigation system (if equipped) and projects a variety of driving related information and the operating state of the driving support systems on the windshield.
  • Page 26 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Steering wheel switches ® & telephone controls (Bluetooth “MODE” Push to change audio mode. Start and end call Push and hold to mute or pause the audio. “ ” Use to search within the Volume control selected audio feature. Voice command switch Microphone...
  • Page 27 Access Access HOME screen MAP screen Access MENU screen Access AUDIO screen Refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual” or visit www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia for additional resources. NOTE: Always use safe driving practices and follow all traffic rules.
  • Page 28 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Qi Wireless charger (if equipped) Charge area Press (1) When the engine is turned off, the last state (ON/ OFF) of the charger is memorized. Power supply switch Operation indicator light Place (2) Place device nearest the center of charging area for best results.
  • Page 29 Power outlets- 12V DC Front Center console (inside) The vehicle must be in the “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” mode for use. Power outlets- 120V AC ( if equipped The vehicle must be on for use. USB charge ports Front Rear (Charge only) (Charge only) The vehicle must be in the “ACCESSORY”...
  • Page 30 Toyota multi-operation touch* * © 1982-2013, QNX Software Systems Limited. All rights reserved. Toyota multi-operation touch allows a screen, such as the air conditioning control screen, and the navigation screen to be displayed and operated simultaneously. Available only on vehicles with 12.3-in display.
  • Page 31 Air conditioning/heating FRONT AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING Vehicles equipped with 8-in display Rear Air Front windshield defogger S-FLOW mode Conditioning Airflow mode display Fan OFF ON/OFF Temperature control Temperature control (driver side) (passenger side) Windshield wiper de-icer Control knobs Recirculate cabin air - SYNC control (outside air when OFF) Rear window and outside...
  • Page 32 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Air conditioning/heating (continued) FRONT AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING (CONTINUED) Front air conditioning control screen (12.3-in display) Main control screen Display the option control screen Airflow mode control Fan speed setting Temperature setting Temperature setting (driver side) (passenger side) SYNC switch Rear air conditioning display Air Conditioning ON/OFF...
  • Page 33 REAR MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING (IF EQUIPPED) Airflow mode display Fan speed Fan OFF Airflow mode control Temperature control REAR AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING (IF EQUIPPED) Airflow mode display Automatic climate control ON: Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake and fan to adjust automatically to set temperature.
  • Page 34 8-in display Heated seats for driver and passenger - Ventilated seats for driver and passenger - 12.3-in display 12.3-in display FRONT - TOYOTA MULTI-OPERATION TOUCH* (IF EQUIPPED) * Available only on vehicles equipped with 12.3-in display Heated Ventilated Level indicators...
  • Page 35 Heated steering wheel (if equipped) The vehicle must be on for use. Driver Easy Speak* * Available only on vehicles equipped with Premium Audio This feature 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.
  • Page 36 Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. For programming assistance, contact HomeLink at 1-800-355-3515, or visit ® http://www.homelink.com/toyota. ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/...
  • Page 37 Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) (if equipped) Outside rear view mirror indicators Buzzer* Audio system screen* * RCTA only BLIND SPOT MONITOR (BSM) The system is designed to use radar sensors to detect vehicles traveling in the Highlander’s blind spot when changing lanes.
  • Page 38 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automated Braking (PA w/AB) (if equipped) 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.
  • Page 39 Intuitive parking assist (if equipped) Multi-Information Display (MID) Front center sensor Corner sensors Corner sensors (front) (front) Corner sensors Corner sensors (rear) (rear) Rear center sensor If the sensors detect an obstacle, the buzzer and MID or navigation system display inform the driver of the approximate position and distance of the obstacle by illuminating continuously (far) or blinking (near).
  • Page 40 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Bird’s Eye View Camera with Perimeter Scan (if equipped) Moving view See-through view Body color setting switch Body color setting switch Rotation pause switch Rotation pause switch Display mode switching button Display mode switching button The Bird’s Eye View Camera with Perimeter Scan function assists the driver in viewing the surroundings, when operating at low speeds or parking, by combining front, side and rear cameras and displaying an overhead image on the Audio Multimedia System screen.
  • Page 41 Stop & Start Engine System The Stop & Start Engine System stops and restarts the engine according to the brake pedal operation and other operations when the vehicle is stopped. Stopping and restarting the engine While driving with the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal, and stop the vehicle.
  • Page 42 FEATURES & OPERATIONS Multi-terrain Select (AWD vehicles) DYNAMIC TORQUE CONTROL AWD VEHICLES DYNAMIC TORQUE VECTORING AWD VEHICLES Multi-terrain Select is a system that helps drivability in off-road situations. When 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.
  • Page 43 Downhill Assist Control system (DAC) (if equipped) With the downhill assist control system, the vehicle is able to descend a steep hill, maintaining a constant low speed of about 18 mph (30 km/h) without brake pedal operation. Press the “DAC” button to activate the system. The slip indicator will flash to indicate that the downhill assist control system is operating.
  • Page 44 Refer to the Owner’s Manual for operation, setting adjustments, limitations and more details to understand these functions and complete safety precautions. For more information, please go to http://www.toyota.com/safety-sense. Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD) PCS w/PD is designed to provide alert, mitigation, and/or avoidance support in certain conditions, when the system detects a potential collision with a preceding vehicle is likely to occur.
  • Page 45 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.
  • Page 46 Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on PCS operation, settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to use it.
  • Page 47 ” to go back to the menu. Note: The system is enabled each time the vehicle is turned on. Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on PCS operation, settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to use it.
  • Page 48 Functions included in the LTA system are Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Vehicle Sway Warning and Lane Centering. Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on LTA operation, settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to use it.
  • Page 49 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...
  • Page 50 TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE ™ LANE DEPARTURE ALERT (CONTINUED) The LTA system displays when the Multi-Information Display (MID) is switched to the driving assist system information screen. (1) The system displays solid white lines on the Lane Departure Alert indicator when visible lane markers or the road are detected.
  • Page 51 ” 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.
  • Page 52 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 TRACING ASSIST w/LANE CENTERING...
  • Page 53 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 attempting to use it.
  • Page 54 0-110 mph* and uses vehicle-to-vehicle distance control, helping maintain a preset distance from the vehicle ahead of you.* * 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. Multi-Informaition...
  • Page 55 ADJUSTING DISTANCE LONG MIDDLE SHORT (default setting) Preceding vehicle mark To change the vehicle-to-vehicle distance Push the “ ” button to cycle through the settings, which will change progressively. This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of a preceding vehicle up to approximately 328 ft (100 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle following distance and operates to maintain a preset following distance from the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 56 SETTING CONSTANT SPEED (CRUISE) CONTROL To adjust speed or cancel, see steps (2) and (3) of ADJUSTING SET SPEED on page 52. Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on DRCC operation, settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to use it.
  • Page 57 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. ACTIVATING THE AHB SYSTEM (1) Press the “...
  • Page 58 Multi-Information Display (MID).* * All vehicle actions must be driver-initiated and are not automated. See toyota.com/safety-sense for model applicability. Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for a list of additional situations in which the system operation may be limited. RSA DISPLAY...
  • Page 59 SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat belts Take up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible 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.
  • Page 60 If the tire pressure indicator flashes for approximately 1 minute and then remains on, take the vehicle 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.
  • Page 61 Spare tire & tools SPARE TIRE, JACK AND TOOL LOCATION Wheel nut wrench Adapter socket Jack Jack handle Spare tire Wheel lock key (if equipped) REMOVING THE SPARE TIRE Remove the cover under the Assemble the jack handle. Put the adapter socket on center deck board to find the the spare tire clamp bolt.
  • Page 62 Positioning System (GPS) data and embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security features to subscribers. 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: •...
  • Page 63 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) Toyota’s ABS sensors detect which wheels are locking up and limits wheel lockup by “pulsing” each wheel’s brakes independently. Pulsing releases brake pressure repeatedly for fractions of a second. This helps the tires attain the traction that current road conditions will allow, helping you to stay in directional control.
  • Page 64 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 to slip. TRAC limits engine output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel. This transfers power to the wheels that still have traction to help keep you on track.
  • Page 66 BLUETOOTH DEVICE PAIRING ® SECTION Do not attempt the Bluetooth Pairing process while driving. ®...
  • Page 67 ® Pairing for your phone Pairing your phone is the first step in connecting with your Toyota. This pairing process is quick and easy. All you have to do is setup the phone and multimedia system to form a connection.
  • Page 68 BLUETOOTH DEVICE PAIRING ® Bluetooth ® Pairing for your phone (cont.) "Connecting" displays while Enable Notifications (text STEP 6 STEP 7 device is forming the connection message). While pairing your to your multimedia system. phone, a message will be displayed: "You may need to allow message access on your phone."...
  • Page 69 NOTES...
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  • Page 72 Quick Reference Guide 2021 00505QRG21HIGR1 Printed in U.S.A. 7/21 toyota.com 21-MKG-15904...