Toyota Highlander Owners Manual: Theft deterrent system

Exhaust gas precautions

Harmful substance to the human body is included in exhaust gases if inhaled Warning Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (co), which is colorless and odorless. Observe the ...

Engine immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer. Never leave the keys i ...

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Starting system (3MZ-FE)
INSPECTION 1. INSPECT STARTER ASSY NOTICE: These tests must be performed within 3 to 5 seconds to avoid burning out the coil. (a) Do the pull-in test.  Disconnect the lead wire from terminal C.  Connect the battery to the magnetic switch as shown in the illustration on the ...