Sign In Join 



Toyota Highlander Maintenance and Repair

4692 messages,  Last post on Nov 28, 2009 at 3:26 PM

You are in the Toyota Highlander Forum. Your Hosts are steve_ & tidester

What is this discussion about? Toyota Highlander, SUV


Messages Page 148 of 470
1
...
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
...
470
Prev
Next
Last
Go To Msg #
Search This Discussion

#1466 of 4692
Re: '04 Moonroof Switch [02hl] by eastern1
Jul 13, 2004 (3:49 am)
Reply

Replying to: 02hl (Jul 12, 2004 8:05 pm)

See P. 34 of the 2004 owner's manual and follow instructions to initialize moonroof as if the battery has been disconnected. Indeed, and of course, the moonroof should operate with "one-touch" operation. My dealer didn't know about this either. There is obviously a lapse in communication or vehicle prep for something so important, but easily fixed, once you know how. I've read about the same issue for the Lexus RX 330 as well.
 
Now that we've removed your final excuse, go for the trade! We love our '04 as well, now 9 months in to it, no problems.
#1467 of 4692
Re: '04 Moonroof Switch [02hl] by landdriver
Jul 13, 2004 (8:40 am)
Reply

Replying to: 02hl (Jul 12, 2004 8:05 pm)

I myself am completely happy with my '01 LTD and wouldn't dream of trading it so soon for another HL -- stick with the '01 - '03 'classic' model line and save yourself a bundle!
#1468 of 4692
Re: '04 Moonroof Switch [landdriver] by desertguy
Jul 13, 2004 (2:23 pm)
Reply

Replying to: landdriver (Jul 13, 2004 8:40 am)

" stick with the '01 - '03 'classic' model line" LOL. Classic??
#1469 of 4692
Re: '04 Moonroof Switch [desertguy] by landdriver
Jul 14, 2004 (2:08 pm)
Reply

Replying to: desertguy (Jul 13, 2004 2:23 pm)

Yea. Classic!! As in rock-and-roll, apple pie and the '57 Chevy!
 
Some members on this board may not be aware that, although the Highlander was introduced in 2001, there was a minor redesign commencing with the '04 model year. The changes of course were few, consisting of subtle enhancements to the exterior body panels and some interior trim color differences. If you're an '04 owner, don't worry that these changes were merely cosmetic and solely implemented by Toyota to attract new customers to the Highlander and increase its sales. Revel in your purchase; hold your head high on the freeway, and enjoy your brief elation with your presumed superior vehicle. We 'classic' owners will quietly take pride in the distinction of knowing that we own an 'original.'
#1470 of 4692
Re: '04 Moonroof Switch [landdriver] by akat2000
Jul 14, 2004 (3:56 pm)
Reply

Replying to: landdriver (Jul 14, 2004 2:08 pm)

"subtle enhancements to the exterior body panels and some interior trim color differences"? Are you intentionally ignoring the only change that is worth mentioning, 3.0L to 3.3L V6? That is quite a difference (and I am not talking about the minimal change in hp).
#1471 of 4692
Hey by wain
Jul 14, 2004 (4:02 pm)
Reply
I own one but these cars are kinda bland
not exactly XKE level cars
#1472 of 4692
Re: '04 Moonroof Switch [akat2000] by jbollt
Jul 14, 2004 (5:08 pm)
Reply

Replying to: akat2000 (Jul 14, 2004 3:56 pm)

And..the 5 speed automatic trans, and availability of the 3rd seat, small and useless as it seems to be reported to be... haven't seen one.. I have the '03 non-limited V6, and loving it!
#1473 of 4692
Highlander "quirks" by dv8er
Jul 14, 2004 (8:13 pm)
Reply
Hello Toyota owners!
 
I've recently looked at a new Toyota Highlander. Having never owned a Toyota (yet), I am curious as to the common repair "quirks" that are typical of the brand.
 
I currently have a 1996 Chevy Monte Carlo (which I hate, I might add) and am tired of poor craftsmanship and expensive minor and major repairs-not to mention crappy styling. I realize that no brand is immune from repair, but I would like to know some of the more common repairs to get a general idea for what I'm really up against.
 
I've also heard about the upcoming hybrid model, but my dealer claims they have no info. Does anyone know the expected price increase and what trim levels they will hybrid first?
 
If you would like, please contact me off-list at: shootvideoyahoo.com
 
Thanks in advance!
#1474 of 4692
rear wiper revisited by herzogtum71
Jul 16, 2004 (2:19 pm)
Reply
Back in March I mentioned that you couldn't pull up the rear wiper on my '04 Highlander more than an inch or so above the glass. We discovered that this was a change between '03 and '04.
 
A couple of days ago I discovered that there is a little plastic piece at the base of the wiper that covers the bolt that attaches the wiper to the vehicle. This plastic piece is easily removed. Once it is removed, the rear wiper will lock into place at a 45 degree angle off of the glass, just like the front wipers.
 
Knowing this will make it easier to replace the blade, but it's not something I'd want to do each time I clean the rear window at a gas station. I'm still puzzled about why Toyota would have made this change.
#1475 of 4692
it is possibly by wain
Jul 17, 2004 (3:30 am)
Reply
a screw up by a vendor.
is your HL US/Canada or Japan made?
Mine is Japan - can pull the wiper off about 4 inches (but not at 45 degrees)

Messages Page 148 of 470
1
...
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
...
470
Prev
Next
Last
Go To Msg #
Search This Discussion
To POST a message, please Sign In.

New? Join Now!

Forum Tools

Please sign in.
Email Address:

Password:

Forgot Password?

Search Forums

Enter Keyword(s)

Advanced Search

Browse by Vehicle



View All Vehicles
Advertisement
Ask the Community
See What People Are Asking

Browse by Board

Browse by Topic


View All Topics

Today's Chats

Advertisement