2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Consumer Discussions

Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance, Repair and Concerns

Toyota Highlander '08 Hybrid Battery Problems

Written by: partygal on Nov 16, 2009 00:28 PM

I have been searching Highlander Battery issues and most that I've seen are from having the vehical sit for extended periods of time. My issue is different. I own a Catering Business and frequently need to work out of the back of my car. I have been a toyota owner for many years and I purchased (Brand New) a Highlander Hybrid in April 2008. The first time the battery ... Read More...

Highlander Hybrid Tire/Wheel Questions

Re: Highlander Hybrid 2008 [tranquiloon]

Written by: brioboy on Oct 19, 2009 10:35 PM

Tranquiloon - Just back from a trip and it looks like you were addressing me, rather than monte8. My service manager is David Pearce at Open Road Toyota in Port Moody and he phoned me this morning to let me know the Michelins are not expected in for about 2 -3 weeks - I have forgotten the size but he has adjusted it to the smaller wheel to replace my 17inch regular wheels. ... Read More...

Toyota Highlander Hybrid MPG-Real World Numbers

Re: Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2008: Cold Weather Issues [akdeedee]

Written by: akyota on Oct 11, 2009 10:11 AM

Hi AKDeeDee' We live in SE AK and are considering buying a used highlander hybrid 4wd. Are you still getting poor millage in Anchorage? What issues should we consider before buying? We have a few days each winter with -0 temps. Thanks. Read More...

Highlander Hybrid Tire/Wheel Questions

Re: Highlander Hybrid 2008 [monte8]

Written by: brioboy on Sep 15, 2009 09:42 PM

Funny thing when you do get serious, you get more options. I was keen on Nokian winter tires and checked out prices across the border in Lynden/Bellingham, Washington, with the thought they might be cheaper in the US - well, not really. The exchange rate is still against us. Then I checked out Consumer Reports and Nokian rates no better than Michelin. So the short ... Read More...

Highlander Hybrid Bluetooth/Navigation Questions

New Toyota DVD map disc

Written by: navguy1 on Sep 01, 2009 03:33 PM

Toyota just released the new V9.1 DVD map disc. I picked up mine for $199! I bought one 2 years ago for $265. I also got the part numbers for the Highlander or hybrid: 86271-GEN04-09 86271-33049 2004-2007 HIGHLANDER 86271-GEN05-09 86271-53024 2008-2011 HIGHLANDER 86271-GEN06-09 86271-73011 2011 HIGHLANDER Read More...

Highlander Hybrid Tire/Wheel Questions

Re: Toyota Highlander hybrid 2008 tires [scei]

Written by: drummer61 on Aug 31, 2009 06:02 AM

I was told by a Toyota service manager that the outside diameters have to match since the electronic sensors key off of that. I would consult with someone with some expertise before I made the purchase. Read More...

Toyota Highlander hybrid 2008 tires

Written by: scei on Aug 30, 2009 09:05 AM

my SUV has 19inch rims and I am getting ready to order the Michelin latitude tour 255/60/19R tires as i do not want to buy the poor quality toyo or bridgestone tires. I am getting a good deal at Discount tire for $190 per tire with a rebate from michelin. I would like to know if anyone has had problems with slightly off size tires on the toyota HH 2008. Thx Read More...

Re: Tire sizes - other options [brioboy]

Written by: monte8 on Jul 27, 2009 08:34 PM

". . . I am mistified by the whining about the tires on Highlander Hybrids . . ." The problem is that 2008 and later HH's come equiped with 19" rims and 245 55 19 tires. 17" rims are "standard" on the 2008 HH, but in fact Toyota only shipped them with option packages that included the "upgrade" to 19" wheels. I have only been able to find a very limited selection of tires ... Read More...

Highlander Hybrid Accessories & Modifications

Re: Base Hybrid - Fog lights [monte8]

Written by: boss21 on Jul 10, 2009 10:17 AM

Monte8 How did your install go with your fog lights from blinglights.com? I just ordered mine for my 2008 Toyota Highlander Base model. Read More...

Highlander Hybrid Electrical/Lighting Problems

Re: Humidity/moisture leads to electrical problem

Written by: gabs1 on May 04, 2009 07:32 PM

I have had the identical problem with my 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Every time it rains or on a cold day with excessive moisture, the Climate Control stops working and the GPS screen shuts down with a meesage that there is a connection problem. The READY light no londer displays and the hybrid electrical system no longer works. I can only control the drive side ... Read More...