2013 Toyota Highlander SE, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Different variant/trim Section 1 (Automatic Transmission (U151F) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 2 (Engine Control System (1AR-FE) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 3 (Automatic Transmission (U760E) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Except Hybrid)) Section 4 (Engine Mechanical (1AR-FE) (Service Specifications) (Except Hybrid)) Section 5 (Cooling System (1AR-FE) (Service Specifications) (Except Hybrid)) Section 6 (Starting System (1AR-FE) (Service Specifications) (Except Hybrid)) Section 7 (Charging System (1AR-FE) (Service Specifications)) Section 8 (Automatic Transmission (U151F) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 9 (Automatic Transmission (U760E) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 10 (Engine Mechanical (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 11 (Ignition System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 12 (Charging System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 13 (Lubrication System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 14 (Cooling System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 15 (Emission Control System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 16 (Engine Control System (1AR-FE) (Diagnostic Codes P0010 - P0420) (Except Hybrid)) Section 17 (Engine Control System (1AR-FE) (Diagnostic Codes (P1604 - U0101) & Circuit Tests) (Except Hybrid)) Section 18 (Starting System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 19 (Engine Control System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 20 (Fuel System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 21 (Engine Intake System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 22 (Engine Control System (1AR-FE) (Diagnostic Codes P043E- P1603) (Except Hybrid)) Section 23 (Fuel System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 24 (Ignition System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 25 (Engine Intake System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 26 (Exhaust System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 27 (Emission Control System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 28 (Automatic Transmission (U760E) (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests) (Except Hybrid)) Section 29 (Intake Air Control Valve (1AR-FE) (For Intake Air Control System) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 30 (Vacuum Switching Valve (1AR-FE) (For Intake Air Control System) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 31 (Cooling System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 32 (Transfer Case (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 33 (Lubrication System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 34 (Charging System (1AR-FE) (Service Information) (Except Hybrid)) Section 35 (Engine Cooling Fan System (1AR-FE) (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests) (Except Hybrid)) Section 36 (Starting System (1AR-FE) (Inspection) (Except Hybrid)) Section 37 (Automatic Transmission (U151F) (Diagnostic Codes & Circuit Tests) (Except Hybrid)) Section 38 (Introduction (General Information) (Hybrid)) Section 39 (Steering Column (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 40 (Supplemental Restraint System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 41 (Seat Belts (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 42 (Power Back Door System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 43 (Steering Lock System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 44 (Engine Control System (2GR-FXE) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 45 (Tire Pressure Warning System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 46 (Electronically Controlled Brake System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 47 (Engine Immobilizer System (W/ Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 48 (Occupant Classification System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 49 (Engine Immobilizer System (W/O Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 50 (Wireless Door Lock Control System (W/O Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 51 (Mirror (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 52 (Garage Door Opener (Inspection & Registration) (Hybrid)) Section 53 (Power Window Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 54 (Sliding Roof System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 55 (Standard Bolt (General Information) (Hybrid)) Section 56 (Steering System (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 57 (Parking Brake (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 58 (Engine Mechanical (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 59 (Lubrication System (2GR-FXE) (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 60 (Lubrication System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 61 (Cooling System (2GR-FXE) (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 62 (Cooling System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 63 (Hybrid Vehicle Control System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 64 (Emission Control System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 65 (Ignition System (2GR-FXE) (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 66 (Brake System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 67 (Hybrid Transaxle (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 68 (Hybrid Transaxle (Traction Motor) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 69 (Tire And Wheel (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 70 (Engine Control System (2GR-FXE) (Diagnostic Codes (P1451 - U0293) & Circuit Tests) (Hybrid)) Section 71 (Engine Control System (2GR-FXE) (Diagnostic Codes (P0010 - P0230)) (Hybrid)) Section 72 (Engine Control System (2GR-FXE) (Diagnostic Codes (P0300 - P1422)) (Hybrid)) Section 73 (Hybrid Battery Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 74 (Engine Control System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 75 (Fuel System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 76 (Engine Intake System (2GR-FXE) (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 77 (Emission Control System (2GR-FXE) (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 78 (Exhaust Heat RECIRCULATION System (2GR-FXE) (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests) (Hybrid)) Section 79 (Exhaust System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 80 (Fuel System (2GR-FXE) (Inspection) (Hybrid)) Section 81 (Ignition System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 82 (Charging System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 83 (Can Communication System (W/ Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 84 (Can Communication System (W/O Smart Key) (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 85 (Starting System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 86 (Theft Deterrent System (W/ Smart Key) (Diagnostics & Circuit Tests) (Hybrid)) Section 87 (Meter (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 88 (Engine Intake System (2GR-FXE) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 89 (Wiper And Washer System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 90 (Suspension System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 91 (Exterior Trim (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 92 (Hybrid Vehicle Control System (Diagnostics - Introduction) (Hybrid)) Section 93 (Interior Trim (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 94 (Air Conditioning System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 95 (Hybrid Battery Control System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 96 (Horns (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 97 ((Door / Hatch) (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 98 (Power Steering System (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 99 (Drive Axle Shaft (Service Information) (Hybrid)) Section 100 (Axle Hubs & Steering Knuckle (Servi

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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.