Parts for your 2007 Toyota Highlander-Cluth slave cylinder

2007 Toyota Highlander (Kluger): clutch slave cylinder — is it used?

Short answer: it isn’t fitted. On the 2007 Toyota Highlander (sold as Kluger in AU/NZ), Toyota only offered automatic transmissions or a hybrid eCVT. A clutch slave cylinder is a hydraulic part used to operate a manual clutch, so with no manual gearbox on this model, there’s no clutch slave cylinder to service or replace.

This call is backed by technical sources: Toyota’s service information (TIS) New Car Features and Repair Manual for the 2007 Highlander/Kluger specify the U241E 4‑speed automatic (2.4L), U151E 5‑speed automatic (3.3L V6), and the Hybrid P112 eCVT. The Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) for 2007 Highlander carries no listing for a clutch master or slave cylinder, and the Owner’s Manual shows no clutch pedal under the driver’s footwell.

Why not used? The Highlander/Kluger was engineered as a family SUV with smooth, low‑effort drivability. Automatic and eCVT transmissions use a torque converter or motor‑generators, so they don’t need a manual clutch or any hydraulic clutch hardware.

• 2.4L I4: U241E 4‑speed automatic
• 3.3L V6: U151E 5‑speed automatic
• Hybrid 3.3L V6: P112 eCVT

If someone mentions a “clutch cylinder” on a 2007 Highlander/Kluger, it’s likely a mix‑up with manual‑equipped Toyotas like Corolla or Hilux. On this SUV, any fluid around the bellhousing area won’t be clutch fluid. It’s more likely to be red ATF from a front pump/input seal, an ATF cooler line weeping, or engine oil from a rear main seal. Under the bonnet, you’ll only find the brake fluid reservoir and (on non‑hybrid models) the power steering fluid reservoir—no clutch reservoir. If there’s a leak, check the fluid colour and source before topping up and book a proper diagnosis.

Popular questions

Does a 2007 Toyota Highlander have a cluth-slave-cylinder?
No. Every 2007 Highlander/Kluger is automatic or hybrid eCVT, so there’s no manual clutch and no clutch hydraulics. Toyota’s TIS manuals and the EPC confirm there’s no clutch master or slave cylinder listed for this vehicle.

What could be leaking near the bellhousing if there’s no clutch slave cylinder?
On these autos, common culprits are ATF from the transmission front pump/input seal or cooler lines, or engine oil from the rear main seal. Identify the fluid (ATF is typically red) and get it inspected—driving low on ATF can quickly damage the transmission.

Where’s the clutch fluid reservoir on a 2007 Highlander/Kluger?
There isn’t one. Under the bonnet you’ll see the brake fluid reservoir and, on non‑hybrids, a power steering fluid reservoir. If you’re unsure which fluid is which, don’t guess—use the cap labels and handbook, or ask a technician.