2008 Toyota Highlander Base, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Different variant/trim Section 1 (Automatic Transmission - U151E (Except Hybrid)) Section 2 (Introduction (Hybrid)) Section 3 (Steering Column (Hybrid)) Section 4 (Supplemental Restraint System (Hybrid)) Section 5 (Seat Belt (Hybrid)) Section 6 (Engine Control System (Hybrid)) Section 7 (Tire & Wheel (Hybrid)) Section 8 (Brake Control - Hybrid) Section 9 (Multiplex Communication (Hybrid)) Section 10 (Service Specifications - Hybrid) Section 11 (Parking Brake - Hybrid) Section 12 (Engine Mechanical (Hybrid)) Section 13 (Engine Lubrication System (Hybrid)) Section 14 (Engine Cooling System (Hybrid)) Section 15 (Emission Control System (Hybrid)) Section 16 (Brakes - Mechanical (Hybrid)) Section 17 (Windshield/Window Glass (Hybrid)) Section 18 (Engine Immobilizer (Hybrid)) Section 19 (Engine Ignition System (Hybrid)) Section 20 (Air Conditioning (Hybrid)) Section 21 (Engine Fuel System (Hybrid)) Section 22 (Engine Exhaust Assembly (Hybrid)) Section 23 (Can Communication System (Hybrid)) Section 24 (Starting System (Hybrid)) Section 25 (Meter (Hybrid)) Section 26 (Wiper System & Washer System (Hybrid)) Section 27 (Suspension (Hybrid)) Section 28 (Hybrid Battery Control (Hybrid)) Section 29 (Automatic Transmission - P310 Hybrid ( Hybrid)) Section 30 (Interior (Hybrid)) Section 31 (Instrument Panel (Hybrid)) Section 32 (Power Steering (Hybrid)) Section 33 (Drive Shaft (Hybrid)) Section 34 (Axle (Hybrid)) Section 35 (Exterior (Hybrid)) Section 36 ((Door / Hatch) (Hybrid)) Section 37 (Door Lock (Hybrid)) Section 38 (Seat ( Hybrid)) Section 39 (Power Outlets (Hybrid)) Section 40 (Lighting (Hybrid)) Section 41 (Cruise Control System (Hybrid)) Section 42 (Audio System & Visual System (Hybrid)) Section 43 (Navigation (Hybrid)) Section 44 (Horn (Hybrid)) Section 45 (Mirror (Hybrid)) Section 46 (Theft Deterrent (Hybrid)) Section 47 (Sliding Roof (Hybrid)) Section 48 (Engine Mechanical (3MZ-FE Intake) (Hybrid)) Section 49 (Park Assist / Monitoring (Hybrid)) Section 50 (P310 Hybrid Vehicle Control (Hybrid) - Introduction & DTC Index) Section 51 (P310 Hybrid Vehicle Control (Hybrid) - Cooling System & Coolant (For Inverter)) Section 52 (P310 Hybrid Vehicle Control (Hybrid) - DTC P0336 Through DTC P0A32) Section 53 (P310 Hybrid Vehicle Control (Hybrid) - DTC P0AEE Through DTC U0424, EV Drive Mode & Pattern Select Switch Circuits) Section 54 (P310 Hybrid Vehicle Control (Hybrid) - DTC P0A37 Through DTC P0A79) Section 55 (P310 Hybrid Vehicle Control (Hybrid) - DTC P0A7A Through DTC P0AE6) Different car Section 1 (Introduction) Section 2 (Supplemental Restraint System (Service Information)) Section 3 (Seat Belt (Service Information)) Section 4 (Power Window Control System (Diagnostics - Circuit Tests)) Section 5 (Sliding Roof (Inspection)) Section 6 (Brake Control System (Preparation)) Section 7 (Standard Bolt (General Information)) Section 8 (Automatic Transaxle (Service Specifications)) Section 9 (Brake System (Service Information)) Section 10 (Parking Brake (Inspection)) Section 11 (Automatic Transaxle (Service Information)) Section 12 (Engine Mechanical (Service Information)) Section 13 (Ignition System (Inspection)) Section 14 (Lubrication System (Inspection)) Section 15 (Cooling System (Service Information)) Section 16 (Emission Control System (Inspection)) Section 17 (Parking Brake (Service Information)) Section 18 (Steering System (Inspection)) Section 19 (Tire & Wheel (Inspection)) Section 20 (Engine Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 21 (Automatic Transaxle (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 22 (Engine Control System (Diagnostic Codes (P2118 - U0101) & Circuit Tests))) Section 23 (Engine Control System SFI System (Diagnostic Codes (P0136 - P0441))) Section 24 (Engine Control System SFI System (Diagnostic Codes (P0010 - P0128))) Section 25 (Engine Immobilizer System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 26 (Engine Control System SFI System (Diagnostic Codes (P0451 - P0705))) Section 27 (Starting System (Service Information)) Section 28 (Engine Control System (Service Information)) Section 29 (Smart Key System (Keyless Start) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 30 (Fuel System (Service Information)) Section 31 (Engine Control System SFI System (Diagnostic Codes (P1603 - P2118))) Section 32 (Emission Control System (Service Information)) Section 33 (Intake System (Inspection)) Section 34 (Fuel System (Inspection)) Section 35 (Exhaust System (Service Information)) Section 36 (Combination Meter (Service Information)) Section 37 (Ignition Switch (W/O Smart Key System) (Inspection)) Section 38 (Charging System (Inspection)) Section 39 (Vacuum Switching Valve (Inspection)) Section 40 (Combination Meter (Diagnostics & Symptom Tests)) Section 41 (Wiper System & Washer System (Service Information)) Section 42 (Charging System (Service Information)) Section 43 (Suspension System (Service Information)) Section 44 (Drive Axle Shaft (Service Information)) Section 45 (Power Steering (Service Information)) Section 46 (Lubrication System (Service Information)) Section 47 (Power Steering (Inspection)) Section 48 (Vehicle Stability Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 49 (Seats (Service Information)) Section 50 (Starting System (Inspection)) Section 51 (Smart Key System (Keyless Entry) (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 52 (Smart Key System (Keyless Entry) (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 53 (Smart Key System (Keyless Start) (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 54 (Lighting System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 55 (Supplemental Restraint System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 56 (Interior (Service Information)) Section 57 (Instrument Panel (Service Information)) Section 58 (Automatic Transaxle (Diagnostic Codes (P0791-U0100) & Circuit Tests)) Section 59 (Automatic Transaxle (Diagnostic Codes (P0500-P0778)) Section 60 (Can Communication System (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests)) Section 61 (Air Conditioning (Service Information)) Section 62 (Axle Hub (Service Information)) Section 63 (Brake Control System (Service Information)) Section 64 (Vehicle Stability Control System (Diagnostic Codes & Symptom Tests)) Section 65 (Lighting System (Service Information)) Section 66 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 67 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 68 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Service Information)) Section 69 (Multiplex Communication System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 70 (Steering Column (Service Information)) Section 71 (Steering Lock System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 72 (Steering Lock (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 73 (Lighting System (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 74 (Air Conditioning System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 75 (Air Conditioning System (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests)) Section 76 (Audio / Visual System (Service Information)) Section 77 (Navigation System (Service Information)) Section 78 (Supplemental Restraint System (Diagnostic Codes & Symptom Tests)) Section 79 (Supplemental Restraint System (Diagnostic Codes)) Section 80 (Occupant Classification System (Diagnostics - Introduction)) Section 81 (Occupant Classification System (Diagnostic Codes & Symptom Tests)) Section 82 (Horn (Inspection)) Section 83 (Exterior (Service Information)) Section 84 (Front Power Seat Control (W/O Memory) (Diagnostic Introduction)) Section 85 (Theft Deterrent System (Diagnost

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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