Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2002HIGHLANDER 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSRECALL 04V181000: CHILD PROTECTION LOCK LEVER DEFECT
2002 Toyota Highlander 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Recall 04V181000: Child Protection Lock Lever Defect
2002 Toyota Highlander 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Recall 04V181000: Child Protection Lock Lever Defect
DEFECT: Certain sport utility vehicles have a child protection lock (CPL) system on both rear side doors. When an operator of the vehicle closes the door very hard with the CPL lever in the lock position, there is a possibility that the lever may contact the body panel due to insufficient clearance between the CPL lever and the body panel, causing the CPL lever to move into the unlock position. This condition could allow the door to be opened from the inside while the operator believes that the CPL was activated.
REMEDY: Dealers will shorten the CPL lever. Owner notification is expected to begin during May 2004. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331, customers can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.