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When the parking brake switch
■
malfunctions
Automatic mode (automatic brake
setting and releasing) will be turned
on automatically.
Parking the vehicle
■
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Parking brake engaged warning
■
buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is
driven with the parking brake
engaged. "Parking Brake ON" is dis-
played on the multi-information dis-
play.
Warning messages and buzzers
■
Warning messages and buzzers are
used to indicate a system malfunc-
tion or to inform the driver of the
need for caution. If a warning mes-
sage is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, read the message and
follow the instructions.
If the brake system warning
■
light comes on
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Usage in winter time
■
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WARNING
When parking the vehicle
■
Do not leave a child in the vehicle
alone. The parking brake may be
released unintentionally and there
is the danger of the vehicle mov-
ing that may lead to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
Parking brake switch
■
Do not set any objects near the
parking brake switch. Objects
may interfere with the switch and
may lead the parking brake to
unexpectedly operate.
HIGHLANDER_U
4-2. Driving procedures
NOTICE
When parking the vehicle
■
Before you leave the vehicle, shift
the shift lever to P, set the parking
brake and make sure that the
vehicle does not move.
When the system malfunc-
■
tions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place
and check the warning messages.
When the parking brake can-
■
not be released due to a mal-
function
Driving the vehicle with the park-
ing brake set will lead to brake
components overheating, which
may affect braking performance
and increase brake wear.
Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately if
this occurs.
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