There is a technique to reset the liftgate on your Toyota Highlander if it is giving you problems. Therefore, try this reset method first before taking it to the Toyota shop for repair. It simply takes a few minutes and is simple to complete.
To reset the liftgate on your Toyota Highlander, do the following:
- Put your car in park and turn it off.
- Head to the Highlander’s back.
- Liftgate button should be pressed.
- Open the liftgate.
- The liftgate button should be pressed and held.
- After pausing for a moment, it will beep twice more.
- Reopen the liftgate after it has been closed.
- The liftgate of the Highland has been reset.
By adjusting your Toyota Highlander’s liftgate back to the default position, you might have avoided a trip to the dealer and a significant repair expense. We will explain the need to reset the liftgate in this article and provide step-by-step instructions.
Continue reading for answers to more frequently asked questions about the Highlander.
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Why won’t the back door of my Highlander open?
You always count on the power rear door to open easily for you. It can fail occasionally, which is disappointing.
The rear liftgate closure button can be pressed and held down to solve this issue quickly. It will beep repeatedly before releasing. In most circumstances, doing so will reset the liftgate and enable it to function properly.
In circumstances like this, it can be difficult to know what to do. We’ll explain that information in more detail now and let you know what to anticipate if your liftgate isn’t functioning properly. For further information and assistance, you may also look up the vehicle history.
Why won’t my power liftgate operate?
At Texas Hydraulic, we provide a fully stocked and equipped repair facility manned by a highly qualified group of technicians. But before you visit our Dallas-Fort Worth full-service repair facility, you might opt to try to solve the problem on your own.
We completely get, which is why we have written the guide below for troubleshooting the hydraulic liftgate on your truck. Here are a few of the most frequent causes of a malfunctioning box truck liftgate.
The next most likely culprit, if your motor is operating and everything else appears to be in working order, is low battery voltage. To determine whether the battery is the problem, try using a booster. As advised by the manufacturers, always make sure the truck is running before using the liftgate. If the booster doesn’t fix the problem, you could need to replace the battery; in that case, it’s advisable to seek out experts for OEM parts and skilled installation.
Make sure the hydraulic reservoir oil level is within the permitted range for your particular model by checking the level. If the level is too low, it will be difficult for the gate to raise itself to deck height. The suggested fluid level can be found in the owner’s manual for your liftgate. The liquid will purge from the reservoir’s breather cap if the tank is overfilled. Run the gate several times to drain all extra fluid.
If the problem is a squeaking sound, it is probably due to a lack of lubrication or issues with the power unit’s internal gears, pulleys, or sprockets. For chains or pivot points, try using a lubricant made for lift gates. If that doesn’t address the problem, you might need to rebuild or replace the pump.
How can I restart my power liftgate?
- As soon as you are 6 feet away from the rear of your car, the logo projection will automatically turn on.
- Kick directly over the logo or, for earlier vehicles, at the sensor. Note: The sensor will not be activated by kicking straight within 5 inches of the bumper, sweeping the foot from side to side, or stepping on the projected logo.
- You will have time to safely exit before the liftgate opens. When the liftgate opens, the rear lights will flash and a chime will ring to let you know.
The liftgate can also be closed by kicking it:
- Kick directly at the sensor for earlier vehicles or over the projected logo.
- The liftgate will close after a 2-second delay, at which point the back lights will flash and a sound will chime.
I need to reset the Toyota liftgate.
You may adjust the Toyota Highlander’s power liftgate yourself if you discover that it opens too high or low. The power liftgate only needs to be reset.
Take these actions:
- Press the liftgate button located under the license plate with the liftgate closed.
- Allow the liftgate to open up until it is at the right height.
- To stop it at the specified height, simply press the button once.
- Once more, press and hold the button until three brief beeps are followed by one lengthy sound.
- To test it, depress the button and close the liftgate.
- Start over after restarting the process if you don’t like the height.
For those who can’t reach the Highlander’s power liftgate button, this feature is useful.
What went wrong with my automatic trunk?
When you press the inside trunk release button on the fob or the trunk lock actuator and nothing happens, this is another common clue that there is a problem. This could be a sign of a problem with the vehicle’s battery or with the electronics connecting to the actuator, such as a shorted fuse or wire. Since there are numerous potential issues that could result in this problem, it is recommended to get in touch with a nearby mechanic so they can accurately diagnose and resolve the problem as soon as possible.
A power liftgate can be opened manually, right?
You can manually push the liftgate up to the maximum open position to fully open it while using the motorized liftgate after programming a lower height than fully open.
Can a power liftgate be closed manually?
Registered. Unless there is a label by the lift gate or something in the owner’s manual, according to Quantum, manually opening and closing is acceptable.
The power liftgate has the following lift-height presets:
- OFFLiftgate can only be manually operated.
- Liftgate 3/4 opens to 3/4 of its greatest height.
- MAXLiftgate extends to its highest point.
To tailor how high your liftgate will rise:
- Turn the liftgate switch to the 3/4 position.
- Activate the liftgate.
- The liftgate can be manually raised to the appropriate height.
- For three seconds, press and hold the button next to the liftgate latch. Depending on your car, this button’s location may change. When the setting has been saved, the turn signals will blink and a chime will play.
On a Toyota Rav4, how do you adjust the height of the trunk?
Open the liftgate, then manually adjust the height to your liking. Once everything is in place, press and hold the INSIDE button for 3 seconds or until the system beeps twice, and then let go. To confirm the height modification, restart the Power Liftgate System.
What distinguishes a liftgate from a tailgate?
“Liftgate” and “tailgate” are occasionally used interchangeably. But these components are actually distinct. A liftgate is raised, and a tailgate is lowered. To load or unload, a tailgate is lowered. Several SUVs and pickup trucks have tailgates. Automobiles with hatchbacks, SUVs, and crossovers frequently have liftgates.
What are the prices of Liftgates?
An ordinary box truck with a lift gate or a tail lift installed to the back of it is referred to as a liftgate truck. A liftgate is used to facilitate loading and unloading cargo from trucks when doing so is difficult for various reasons.
The liftgate is a mechanical platform that uses hydraulics to be raised and lowered. This makes it easier for material handling equipment (MHE) to access the cargo during loading and unloading, such as hand pallet trucks and trolleys.
A lift gate unit can cost anywhere from $2,000 and $7,000, depending on the brand and size. Lift gates fold up after usage and can support up to 3,500 pounds (approximately 1.6 tons).
Electrical system
Some aftermarket replacement windshields for Toyota Highlander models from 2014 to 2018 are being recalled by Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda). Water may flow into the wire harness that is attached to the windshields, thus damaging the engine control module of the car (ECM).
Because of the ECM damage, there is a higher chance of an accident if the engine stalls.
Wanda will inform owners, and service facilities will free of charge fix the windshields, check the ECM for damage, and replace it if needed. 2019-01-29 marked the start of the recall. Wanda customer care can be reached at 1-864-281-2760 by owners.
Service brakes, hydraulic: Fluid
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling a few Highlander models from the 2016 model year that were produced between May 26 and September 16, 2016. The wire harness of the brake fluid level sensor might not be attached, which would prevent the sensor from detecting the amount of braking fluid. Because of this, the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, “Light Vehicle Brake Systems,” is not met by these automobiles.
Low brake fluid levels may affect braking performance and raise the possibility of a collision if they go undetected.
Owners will be informed by Toyota, and dealers will check the wire harness and connect it to the sensor for no charge if needed. Beginning on November 14, 2016, the recall. The toyota customer support number is 1-800-331-4331. For this G03, Toyota’s number.
Equipment: Other: Labels
Several vehicles from the model years 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC are being recalled by Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET). The extra weight of the installed accessories may not be accurately reflected on the Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label. The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, “Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars,” is not met by these automobiles.
An inaccurate label could prompt the owner to overload the car, which would raise the crash risk.
SET will give owners notice and a free replacement label to be applied over the incorrect label. A recall was initiated on July 14, 2016. Owners can call 1-866-405-4226 to speak with SET customer care.