Doors, locks and windows of the car Toyota Highlander 1 (XU20)

Hinges and locks — maintenance
Hinges and latches for doors, hood and trunk lid (or tailgate) should be lubricated every 5000 km or every three months. This is done by introducing a few drops of liquid oil or a special lubricant for locks into them....

Windshield and Other Fixed Glasses — Replacement
To replace the windshield and other fixed windows of a vehicle, use one of the special fast-curing compounds based on glue or sealant. In addition, this work cannot be done properly without the use of some special tools...

Door trim panels — removal and installation
Attention! Models covered in this manual are equipped with an assisted restraint system (SRS), better known as «airbag system». To prevent accidental deployment of airbags, which could result in injury, be sure to...

Door — removal, installation and adjustment
Note. The door is quite heavy and somewhat cumbersome to remove and install. This procedure should be performed by at least two people. Removal and installation 1. Fully raise the glass in the corresponding door and...

Latch, lock cylinder and door handles — removal and installation
Warning. Wear gloves when working inside doorways to avoid sharp metal edges. Door latch 1. Raise the glass, then remove the door trim panel and waterproofing sheet ( see paragraph 15 ). 2. Working through the large...

Door glass — removal and installation
Warning. Wear gloves when working inside doorways to avoid cutting yourself on sharp metal edges. Door glass 1. Remove the door trim panel and plastic waterproofing sheet ( see paragraph 15 ). 2. Lower the glass not all...

Door window regulator — removal and installation
Warning. Wear gloves when working inside doorways to avoid cutting yourself on sharp metal edges. 1. Remove the door trim panel and plastic waterproofing sheet ( see paragraph 15 ). 2. Remove the glass ( see paragraph...

Mirrors — removal and installation
Exterior mirrors 1. Remove the door trim panel as described in paragraph 15 . 2. Disconnect the mirror electrical connector, and then remove the three mirror mounting bolts and disconnect the mirror from the vehicle...

Tailgate — removal, installation and adjustment
Application. The tailgate is quite heavy and somewhat cumbersome to remove and install. This procedure should be performed by at least two people. Removal and installation 1. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery...

Latch, lock cylinder and tailgate handle — removal and installation
Tailgate latch 1. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery ( see paragraph 1 of chapter 5 ). 2. Open the tailgate and remove the door trim panel and waterproofing sheet as described in paragraph 15 . 3. Working...