Parts for your 2004 Toyota Highlander

2004 Toyota Highlander (Kluger): easy-going, roomy, and dead simple to live with

This 2004 Toyota Highlander — known locally as the Kluger — is a no-fuss midsize SUV that nails everyday duties and weekend missions alike. Built on a car-like platform, it blends comfy ride manners with heaps of cabin space, flexible seating, and a boot that swallows prams, sports gear, and the odd Bunnings haul. Two engines were common: a thrifty 2.4‑litre four and a gutsier 3.3‑litre V6, paired to a smooth auto in 2WD or AWD. Expect real‑world fuel use around 11–12 L/100 km for the V6, and towing up to about 1500 kg braked when properly equipped.

The cabin layout is straightforward, the controls are sensibly placed, and visibility is excellent under the bonnet and out the rear. Safety kit varies by trim, but ABS and multiple airbags are typically on hand, with later variants adding stability control. It suits families, tradies who don’t need a ute, and anyone keen on road trips across Aussie or Kiwi backroads.

Keeping a 2004-toyota-highlander happy is mostly routine. Stick to quality fluids and keep an eye on wear items, and it’ll rack up kilometres without drama. High‑level upkeep includes:

• Engine oil (5W‑30) and filter every 10,000 km or 6 months.
• V6 has a timing belt: replace around 150,000 km or 7 years. The 2.4 uses a timing chain.
• Inspect coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid