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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HIGHLANDER_U
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When trouble arises
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn off the air con-
ditioning system, and then
stop the engine.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after
the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.
Radiator
Cooling fan
4 The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the
“FULL” and “LOW” lines on
the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Radiator cap
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
If your vehicle over-
heats
The following may indicate
that your vehicle is over-
heating.
The needle of the engine
coolant temperature gauge
(P.79) enters the red zone
or a loss of engine power is
experienced. (For example,
the vehicle speed does not
increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High
Stop in a Safe Place See
Owner’s Manual” is shown
on the multi-information dis-
play.
Steam comes out from
under the hood.
Correction procedures
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