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How to Recalibrate the Tailgate on a Toyota Highlander?

Model: Toyota Highlander Xu70 - Years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Part: Checks and maintenance

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In this tutorial, you will see how to recalibrate the tailgate on a Toyota Highlander, a very simple and quick operation to perform in case of malfunction or after replacing the battery. First, go inside the cabin, then insert the key and turn on the ignition.

Next, access the settings menu using the directional buttons on the steering wheel, enter "Vehicle Settings", then "PBD", and deactivate the "System Settings" function. At this point, turn off the ignition, open the tailgate to the desired position, close it, and reactivate the "System Settings" function.


Updated on 11 November 2026 by ScegliAuto


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