2012 Toyota Highlander HybridFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Different variant/trim Section 1 (Introduction (Except Hybrid)) Section 2 (Steering Column (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 3 (Supplemental Restraint System (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 4 (Seat Belt (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 5 (Propeller Shaft (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 6 (Power Back Door System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 7 (Steering Lock System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 8 (Automatic Transmission (Diagnostics - Introduction) (U151E)) Section 9 (Automatic Transmission (Diagnostics - Introduction) (U151F)) Section 10 (Engine Immobiliser System (W/ Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 11 (Engine Immobiliser System (W/O Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 12 (Engine Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (2GR-FE)) Section 13 (Engine Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (1AR-FE)) Section 14 (Automatic Transmission (Diagnostics - Introduction) (U760E)) Section 15 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 16 (Vehicle Stability Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 17 (Occupant Classification System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 18 (Wireless Door Lock Control System (W/O Smart Key System) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 19 (Power Window Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 20 (Sliding Roof System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 21 (Standard Bolt (General Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 22 (Steering System (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 23 (Parking Brake (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 24 (Automatic Transmission (Service Information) (U151E)) Section 25 (Automatic Transmission (Service Information) (U151F)) Section 26 (Automatic Transmission (Service Information) (U760E)) Section 27 (Engine Mechanical (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 28 (Engine Mechanical (Service Information) [1AR-FE]) Section 29 (Ignition System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 30 (Ignition System (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 31 (Charging System (Diagnostics & Symptom Tests) (2GR-FE)) Section 32 (Charging System (Diagnostics & Symptom Tests) (1AR-FE)) Section 33 (Engine Lubrication System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 34 (Engine Lubrication System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 35 (Cooling System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 36 (Cooling System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 37 (Emission Control System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 38 (Emission Control System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 39 (Brake System (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 40 (Parking Brake (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 41 (Tire And Wheel (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 42 (Engine Control System (Diagnostic Codes (P0010-P0420)) (1AR-FE)) Section 43 (Engine Control System (Diagnostic Codes (P1604-U0101) & Circuit Tests)) (1AR-FE)) Section 44 (Starting System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 45 (Engine Control System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 46 (Fuel System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 47 (Engine Intake System (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 48 (Air Conditioning (Automatic) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 49 (Air Conditioning (Manual) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 50 (Engine Control System (Diagnostic Codes (P043E-P1605)) (1AR-FE)) Section 51 (Fuel System (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 52 (Ignition System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 53 (Engine Intake System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 54 (Exhaust System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 55 (Meter / Gauge System (Diagnostic Codes & Symptom Tests) (Except Hybrid)) Section 56 (Lighting System (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 57 (Emission Control System (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 58 (Brake Control System (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 59 (Automatic Transmission (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests) (U760E)) Section 60 (Engine Intake System (Intake Air Control Valve) (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 61 (Engine Intake System (Vacuum Switching Valve) (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 62 (Meter (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 63 (Wiper System & Washer System (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 64 (Suspension System (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 65 (Cooling System (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 66 (Interior Trim (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 67 (Instrument Panel Safety Pad (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 68 (Engine Control System (Diagnostic Codes (P1604-P2610) & Circuit Tests)) (2GR-FE)) Section 69 (Fuel System (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 70 (Engine Control System (Diagnostic Codes (P0365-P1605)) (2GR-FE)) Section 71 (Engine Control System (Diagnostic Codes (P0010-P0356)) (2GR-FE)) Section 72 (Starting System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 73 (Fuel System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 74 (Engine Control System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 75 (Emission Control System (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 76 (Engine Intake System (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 77 (Exhaust System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 78 (Lighting System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 79 (Engine Intake System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 80 (Smart Key System (Keyless Start) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (2GR-FE)) Section 81 (Cooling System (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 82 (Exterior Trim (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 83 ((Door / Hatch) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 84 (Certification Ecu (W/ Smart Key) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 85 (Air Conditioning (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 86 (Transfer Case (Service Information) (Except Hybrid) (MF2AV)) Section 87 (Engine Lubrication System (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 88 (Power Steering System (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 89 (Drive Shaft (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 90 (Axle Hubs & Steering Knuckle (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 91 (Charging System (Service Information) (1AR-FE)) Section 92 (Engine Lubrication System (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 93 (Charging System (Service Information) (2GR-FE)) Section 94 (Seats (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 95 (Power Outlets & Other Body Electrical Systems (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 96 (Differential (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 97 (Cooling Fan System (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests) (1AR-FE)) Section 98 (Cooling Fan System (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests) (2GR-FE)) Section 99 (Ignition System (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 100 (Starting System (Inspection) (1AR-FE)) Section 101 (Starting System (W/ Smart Key System) (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 102 (Starting System (W/O Smart Key System) (Inspection) (2GR-FE)) Section 103 (Can Communication System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 104 (Smart Key System (Keyless Start) (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests) (2GR-FE)) Section 105 (Lin Communication System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 106 (Lin Communication System (Diagnostic Codes) (Except Hybrid)) Section 107 (Steering Lock System (Diagnostic Codes

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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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