Toyota Highlander Owners Manual: Window lock switch

Toyota Highlander Owners Manual / Operation of each component / Opening and closing the windows / Power windows / Window lock switch

Press the switch to lock the passenger window switches.

Use this switch to prevent children from accidentally opening or closing a passenger window.

Models available with one touch opening/closing on the front side windows: if the lock switch is on, the passenger window switches on the driver’s side are also locked.

Models available with one touch opening/closing on all side windows: if the lock switch is on, the passenger windows can still be opened and closed using the power window switches on the driver’s side.

The power windows can be operated when

vehicles without a smart key system the engine switch is in the "on" position.
vehicles with a smart key system the engine switch is in ignition on mode.

Operating the power windows after turning the engine off

vehicles without a smart key system

The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the engine switch is turned to the "acc" or "lock" position. They cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

vehicles with a smart key system

The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the engine switch is turned to accessory mode or turned off. They cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

Jam protection function (windows with one-touch closing function only)

If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame, window travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly.

When the power window does not close normally (windows with onetouch closing function only)

If the jam protection function is operating abnormally and a window cannot be closed, perform the following operations using the power window switch on the relevant door.

œVehicles without a smart key system: after stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power window switch in the one-touch closing position while the engine switch is turned to the "on" position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: after stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power window switch in the one-touch closing position while the engine switch is turned to ignition on mode.
If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation explained above, initialize the function by performing the following procedure.

Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position. Continue holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has closed.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening position. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has opened completely.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position once again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has closed.

If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the beginning.

If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after performing the above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your toyota dealer.

Door lock linked window operation (windows with one-touch closing function only)

The power windows can be opened and closed using the key or mechanical key.*
The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control.*

*: These settings must be customized at your toyota dealer.

Customization

Settings (e.G. Linked door lock operation) can be changed.

(Customizable features: )

Warning

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

Closing the windows

check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
Do not allow children to operate the power windows.
Closing a power window on someone can cause death or serious injury.
The driver is responsible for instructing children not to operate the power windows.

Jam protection function (windows with one-touch closing function only)

never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.
The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the window fully closes.

Opening and closing procedures

The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches. Operating the switch moves the windows as follows: Models available with one touch opening/closing on the front side windows ...

Moon roof

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