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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Overhaul
1. REMOVE MAGNETIC SWITCH ASSY (a) Remove the nut and disconnect the lead wire from the magnetic switch. (b) Remove the 2 screws holding the magnetic switch to the starter drive housing. (c) Remove the magnetic switch. (d) Remove the return spring and plunger from the drive housing. 2. ...