How to Put a Toyota Highlander into Drive

The Toyota Highlander was introduced in 2000 as Toyota's mid-size SUV crossover. The Highlander is built on the Toyota Camry's platform, but it offers its own engine and other components for the heavier, more powerful design needed in an SUV. A success in its market segment, the Highlander is now available as a hybrid vehicle. The Highlander comes in a variety of trim levels and engines as well as a manual or automatic transmission. Shifting the Highlander's automatic transmission into drive is a simple process unless there's a problem with the shift lock.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

things you'll need:

• Flat-head screwdriver

1. Normal Operation

   • 1

     Place the key in the ignition and turn to the "On" position. The Highlander does not need to be turned on, but the key does need to be turned to "On" to shift gears.

   • 2

     Press the brake pedal and push the lock release button on the shift lever.

   • 3

     Slide the shift lever until it lines up with the "D" for drive.

   Shift Lock Inoperable or No Key

   • 1

     Set the parking brake.

   • 2

     Pry the shift lock override cover off with a flat-head screwdriver.

   • 3

     Press the brake pedal and push the shift lock override button.

   • 4

     Slide the shift lever until it lines up with the "D" for drive.