Toyota Highlander (2018 year). Manual - part 116

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The power outlets can be used when

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12 V

Vehicles without a smart key system:
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system:
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

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120 VAC

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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When the engine restarts after having been stopped by the Stop & Start
system (if equipped)
The power outlets may be temporarily unusable, but this is not a malfunction.

NOTICE

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To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets are not in use. 
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlets may cause a short cir-
cuit.

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To prevent blown fuses

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12 V

Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.

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120 VAC

Do not use a 120 VAC appliance that requires more than 100 W.

If a 120 VAC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used, the protec-
tion circuit will cut the power supply.

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To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.

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Appliances that may not operate properly (120 VAC)
The following 120 VAC appliances may not operate properly even if their
power consumption is under 100 W:

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Appliances with high initial peak wattage

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Measuring devices that process precise data

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Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply

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The USB charging ports are used to supply 2.1 A of electricity at 5 V
to external devices. 
The USB charging ports are for charging only. They are not designed
for data transfer or other purposes.
Depending on the external device, it may not charge properly. Refer to
the manual included with the device before using a USB charging
port.

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Using the USB charging ports

Open the lid.

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The USB charging ports can be used when



Vehicles without a smart key system

The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.



Vehicles with a smart key system

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

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Situations in which the USB charging ports may not operate correctly

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If a device which consumes more than 2.1 A at 5 V is connected

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If a device designed to communicate with a personal computer, such as a
USB memory device, is connected

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If the connected external device is turned off (depending on device)

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If the temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle has
been parked in the sun

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About connected external devices
Depending on the connected external device, charging may occasionally be
suspended and then start again. This is not a malfunction.

USB charging ports

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Front

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Rear

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NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the USB charging ports

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Do not insert foreign objects into the ports.

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Do not spill water or other liquids into the ports.

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When the USB charging ports are not in use, close the lids. If a foreign
object or liquid enters a port may cause a short circuit.

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Do not apply excessive force to or impact the USB charging ports.

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Do not disassemble or modify the USB charging ports.

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To prevent damage to external devices

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Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. The temperature inside the
vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to an external device.

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Do not push down on or apply unnecessary force to an external device or
the cable of an external device while it is connected.

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To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the USB charging ports for a long period of time with the engine
stopped.

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Pull the tab up.

Hook the sunshade on to the
anchors.

To lower the sunshade, pull the tab
up slightly to unhook the shade
from the anchors, and lower it
slowly.

Rear sunshades (if equipped)

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NOTICE

To ensure normal operation of the rear sunshades, observe the following
precautions.

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Do not place anything where it may hinder the opening/closing of a sun-
shade.

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Do not place anything on the rear sunshades.