Get BEFORE DRIVING -> Opening, closing and locking the doors Guide for Toyota Aurion 4 Door Second Generation (2013-2017)

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WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL

The wireless remote control is used to lock or unlock the doors, open the boot lid, or sound

the alarm system from a distance. Pressing a switch on the remote control performs the

following operations.

icles with standard type ignition switch

1. Locks all the doors.

2. Sounds the alarm

(press and hold).

3. Unlocks all the doors.

4. Opens the driver’s window and moon

roof (press and hold).

(This is a customisable feature, refer

to “Power windows and moon roof*”

on page 337).

5. Opens the boot lid

(press and hold).

Vehicles with smart entry and start system

1. Locks all the doors.

2. Unlocks all the doors.

3. Opens the driver’s window and moon

roof (press and hold).

(This is a customisable feature, refer

to “Power windows and moon roof*”

on page 337).

4. Opens the boot lid

(press and hold).

5. Sounds the alarm

(press and hold).

Operation signals

Doors: A buzzer sounds and the turn signal lights flash to indicate the doors have been

locked or unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)

Boot lid: A buzzer sounds to indicate the boot lid has been opened.

Door lock buzzer: If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed,

a buzzer sounds continuously. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle

once more.

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Panic mode

Vehicles with standard type ignition switch

When

is pressed for longer than one

second, an alarm will sound intermittently

and the turn signal lights will flash to deter

any person from trying to break into or

damage your vehicle.

To stop the alarm, press any button on the

wireless remote control.

Vehicles with smart entry and start system

When

is pressed for longer than one

second, an alarm will sound intermittently

and the turn signal lights will flash to deter

any person from trying to break into or

damage your vehicle.

To stop the alarm, press any button on the

wireless remote control.

Security feature

If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle has been

unlocked, the security feature will automatically lock the vehicle again.

NOTICE

Conditions that can affect operation

The wireless remote control may not operate normally in the following situations:

•

When the wireless key battery is discharged

Near a TV tower, electric power plant, petrol station, radio station, large display,

airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise

•

When carrying a portable radio, mobile phone or other wireless communication

devices

•

When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object

When another wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby

If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear

window

Vehicles with smart entry and start system also refer to “Conditions that can affect

operation” on page 14.

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Key battery depletion

If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be discharged.

This is usually indicated by the range of the wireless remote control becoming shorter

and / or the LED on the key not illuminating when a switch is pressed. Replace the battery

when required, refer to “Replacing the remote control transmitter battery” on page 296.

Customisable features that can be modified

For further information refer to “Customisable features” on page 333.

SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM

The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the electronic key in your

pocket, for example. It is recommended the driver always carry the electronic key.

Electronic key

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1. Locks and unlocks all the doors.

2. Opens the boot lid.

3. Unlock the steering wheel and start the engine.

For further information, refer to “Ignition switch (smart entry and start system)” on

page 70 and “Starting the engine (smart entry and start system)” on page 72.

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CAUTION

•

People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators should keep away from

smart entry and start system antennas. This is because the radio waves may affect

the operation of such devices. Refer to “Antenna location” on page 9.

Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers and

cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for information

about its operation under the influence of radio waves. This is because the radio

waves could have unexpected affects on the operation of such medical devices.

If necessary, the entry function can be disabled. Refer to “Customisable features”

on page 333.

•

Unlocking and locking the doors

Grip the driver’s or front passenger’s door

handle to unlock all doors.

•

Make sure the sensor on the back of

the handle is touched.

•

After the doors have been locked, they

cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds.

Touch the lock sensor (the indentation on

the side of the door handle) to lock all

doors.

Opening the boot lid

Press the button to open the boot lid.

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Antenna location

The following antennas are used to detect

the electronic key and allow operation of

the smart entry and start system.

1. Antennas outside the cabin.

2. Antenna outside the boot lid.

3. Antenna inside the boot lid.

4. Antennas inside the cabin.

Effective range

The smart entry and start system will detect the electronic key within the following areas.

When locking or unlocking the doors.

The system can be operated when the

electronic key is within about 0.7 m of

either front outside door handle.

(Only the door detecting the key can

be operated.)

When unlocking the boot lid.

The system can be operated when the

electronic key is within about 0.7 m of

the boot lid release button.

When starting the engine or changing

ENGINE START STOP switch modes.

The system can be operated when the

electronic key is inside the vehicle.

Operation signals

Doors: A buzzer sounds and the turn signal lights flash to indicate the doors have been

locked or unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)

Boot lid: A buzzer sounds to indicate the boot lid has been opened.

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When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor

Use your palm to touch the lock sensor.

NOTICE

Consult your Toyota dealer if the smart entry and start system does not operate correctly

because of a system malfunction. Bring all of the keys as they may be required to repair

the system.

Security feature

If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle has been

unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again. However, depending

on the location of the electronic key, the key may be detected as being in the vehicle. In

this case, the vehicle may be unlocked.

When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods

To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 2 metres of the

vehicle. When the key is within this range the door locks can be operated by anyone.

The smart entry and start system has a battery-saving function, refer to “Battery-saving

function” on page 12, or it can be deactivated through customisation, refer to “Customisable

features” on page 333.

To operate the system properly

When operating the smart entry and start system, always carry the electronic key in your

pocket or purse, for example.

When operating the system from outside of the vehicle, do not place the electronic key too

close to the vehicle or a window.

If the electronic key is held in an incorrect position or direction relative to the vehicle then

it may not be detected correctly by the vehicle. In this case, the system may not operate

properly. (The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention function may not

operate.)

Alarms and warning indicators

A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning messages shown on

the multi-information display are used to prevent theft of the vehicle and unforeseeable

accidents resulting from erroneous operation. Take appropriate measures for the warning

message on the multi-information display. For further information, refer to “Warning

messages” on page 93.

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The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures when exterior or

interior alarms are sounded.

Alarm

Situation

Correction

An attempt was made to lock

the doors using the smart

entry and start system while

the electronic key was still

inside the vehicle

Interior alarm pings

once and the exterior

alarm sounds

Retrieve the electronic key

from the vehicle and lock the

doors again

continuously

The boot lid was closed while

the electronic key was still

inside the boot and all the

doors were locked

Retrieve the electronic key

from the boot and close the

boot lid

Exterior alarm sounds

once for 5 seconds

An attempt was made to lock

the vehicle while a door was

open

Close all doors and lock the

doors again

An attempt was made to

lock either front door by

opening a door and pushing

the inside lock button to the

lock position, then closing

the door by pulling on the

outside door handle with the

electronic key still inside the

vehicle

Interior alarm pings

once and the exterior

alarm sounds

Retrieve the electronic key

from the vehicle and lock the

doors again

continuously

The ENGINE START STOP

switch was pressed to

ACCESSORY mode while

the driver’s door was open.

Or the driver’s door was

opened while the ENGINE

START STOP switch was in

ACCESSORY mode

Press the ENGINE START

STOP switch off and close the

driver’s door

Interior alarm sounds

continuously

The driver’s door was opened

while the shift lever was

in any position other than

P without pressing off the

ENGINE START STOP switch

Interior alarm sounds

continuously

Shift the shift lever to P

position

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Electronic key battery depletion

The standard life of the electronic key battery is one to two years.

If the battery becomes discharged, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the engine is

stopped.

As the electronic key is always receiving radio waves, the battery will become discharged

even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indicate the electronic key

battery may be discharged. Replace the battery when necessary.

•

The smart entry and start system or the wireless remote control does not operate.

The detection area becomes smaller.

The LED indicator on the key does not illuminate.

To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 metre of the

following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:

•

TVs

Personal computers

Mobile phones, cordless phones and battery chargers

Glass top stoves

Table lamps

When the electronic key battery is fully discharged replace the battery. Refer to “Replacing

the remote control transmitter battery” on page 296.

Battery-saving function

The battery-saving function will be activated in order to prevent the electronic key battery

and the vehicle battery from being discharged while the vehicle is not in operation for a

long time.

In the following situations, the smart entry and start system may take some time to unlock

the doors.

•

The electronic key has been left within an area approximately 2 metres from outside

of the vehicle for 10 minutes or longer.

•

The smart entry and start system has not been used for five days or longer.

If the smart entry and start system has not been used for 14 days or longer, the doors can

only be unlocked from the driver’s door.

In this case, grasp the driver’s door handle, use the wireless remote control or use the

mechanical key to unlock the doors.

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Electronic key battery-saving function

When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimised by stopping the electronic

key from receiving radio waves.

1. Press twice while pressing and

holding

.

2. Confirm the electronic key indicator

flashes four times.

While the battery-saving mode is set, the

smart entry and start system cannot be

used. To cancel the function, press any of

the electronic key switches.

Function to prevent the electronic key being locked in the boot

When all doors are locked, closing the boot lid while the electronic key is inside the boot

will sound an alarm. In this case, the boot lid can be reopened using the entry function.

NOTICE

•

If a spare electronic key is in the boot and all the doors are then locked, the boot lid

can still be opened using the entry function.

To prevent theft, always take all electronic keys with you when leaving the vehicle.

In some instances if an electronic key is put in the boot while all doors are locked,

the key may not be detected. This will depend upon where the key is placed and the

surrounding radio wave conditions.

In this case, the key confinement prevention function will not be activated, causing

the doors to lock when the boot lid is closed. Always check where the key is before

closing the boot lid.

•

The key confinement prevention function will not be activated if any door is

unlocked. In this case, open the boot lid using the opener.

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NOTICE

Conditions that can affect operation

The smart entry and start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,

communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing

the smart entry and start system, wireless remote control and engine immobiliser

system from operating normally.

•

When the electronic key battery is discharged.

Near a TV tower, electric power plant, petrol station, radio station, large display,

airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise.

•

When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metallic

objects:

–

Cards to which aluminium foil is attached

Cigarette boxes that have aluminium foil inside

Metallic wallets or bags

Coins

Hand warmers made of metal

Media such as CDs and DVDs

•

When another wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby.

When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio

waves:

–

A portable radio, mobile phone, cordless phone or other wireless

communication devices

–

Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves

Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)

Digital audio players

Portable game systems

•

If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear

window.

When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices.

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NOTICE

Notes for the entry function

•

Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the

system may not operate properly in the following cases:

–

The electronic key is too close to a window or an outside door handle, near the

ground, or too high when the doors are locked or unlocked

The electronic key is near the ground or too high, or too close to the centre of

the rear bumper when the boot lid is unlocked

The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in the

door pockets or glove box when the engine is started or ENGINE START STOP

switch modes are changed

•

Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the door

pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave reception

conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the door will

become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic key inside the

vehicle.

•

As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be locked

or unlocked by anyone.

Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the

engine if the electronic key is near the window.

The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door handle, such

as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is within the effective range.

(The doors will be automatically locked after approximately 30 seconds if the doors

are not opened and closed.)

•

Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.

If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic key is

near the vehicle, there is a possibility the door may not be unlocked by the entry

function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock the doors.)

•

A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the doors

from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the original position

and check the doors unlock before pulling the door handle again.

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NOTICE

When locking the doors

•

Touching the door lock sensor while wearing gloves may delay or prevent lock

operation. Remove the gloves and touch the lock sensor again.

•

When the lock operation is performed using the lock sensor, recognition signals

will be shown up to two consecutive times. After this, no recognition signals will be

given.

•

When washing the vehicle, for example, if a front door handle is sprayed with a

strong jet of water while the electronic key is within the effective range outside the

vehicle, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case:

–

Place the electronic key in a safe location 2 metres or more from the vehicle

Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart entry and

start system

•

If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a front door handle is sprayed with a

strong jet of water during a car wash, a buzzer may sound outside the vehicle. To

turn off the alarm, lock all the doors.

The lock sensor may not work properly if it comes into contact with ice, snow or

mud, etc. Clean the lock sensor and attempt to operate it again.

When unlocking the doors

•

A sudden approach to the effective range outside the vehicle or front door handle

may prevent the doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle

to the original position and check the doors unlock before pulling the door handle

again.

•

Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door. Remove

the glove and touch the sensor on the back of the handle again.

When washing the vehicle, for example, if a front door handle is sprayed with a

strong jet of water while the electronic key is within the effective range outside the

vehicle, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case:

–

Place the electronic key in a safe location 2 metres or more from the vehicle

Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart entry and

start system, refer to “Electronic key battery-saving function” on page 13

•

If there is another electronic key in the detection area, it may take slightly longer to

unlock the doors after the door handle is gripped.

Customisable features that can be modified

For further information refer to “Customisable features” on page 333.

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DOORS

The doors can be locked and unlocked in the following ways.

Locking and unlocking with wireless door control

Pressing a switch on the key performs a wireless remote control operation such as locking

or unlocking the doors, opening the boot lid, or sounding the alarm. For further details

refer to “Wireless remote control” on page 5.

Locking and unlocking with smart entry and start system

When you carry the electronic key into the activation area, you can lock and unlock the

doors by grasping or touching a front door handle. For further information, refer to “Smart

entry and start system” on page 7.

Locking and unlocking with the key

Vehicles with standard type ignition switch–

Insert the key into the driver’s door handle

keyhole and turn it.

1. To unlock:

Turn the key rearward.

2. To lock:

Turn the key forward.

All the doors lock or unlock simultaneously

with the driver’s door*.

Vehicles with smart entry and start system–

Insert the mechanical key into the driver’s

door handle keyhole and turn it.

1. To unlock:

Turn the key rearward.

2. To lock:

Turn the key forward.

All the doors lock or unlock simultaneously

with the driver’s door*.

* These settings can be modified, for further information refer to “Customisable features”

on page 333.

If an incorrect key is used, the key cylinder rotates freely to isolate the inside mechanism.

When you unlock the doors, the illuminated entry system will be activated. For further

information, refer to “Illuminated entry system” on page 234.

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Locking and unlocking with the door

lock switch

All the doors lock or unlock simultaneously.

1. To lock:

Press the switch down on the right

side.

2. To unlock:

Press the switch down on the left side.

Locking and unlocking with the inside

lock button

Each door can be locked or unlocked.

1. To unlock:

Pull the button backward.

2. To lock:

Push the button forward.

The driver’s door can be opened by pulling

the inside door handle even if the lock

button is in the lock position.

Locking the front doors from the outside without a key

1. Move the inside lock button to the lock position.

2. Close the door while pulling the door handle.

Vehicles with standard type ignition switch–

The door cannot be locked if the driver’s door is open and the key is in the ignition switch.

Vehicles with smart entry and start system–

The door cannot be locked if the ENGINE START STOP switch is in ACCESSORY or

IGNITION ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle.

If the electronic key is left inside the vehicle, there is a chance the key may not be detected

correctly and the door may be locked.

Impact detection door lock release system

If the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, all the doors are automatically unlocked.

Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, however, the system may not

always operate.

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Rear door child-protector lock

When the child-protector switch is in the

Lock position, the rear door cannot be

opened by the inside door handle. The door

can be opened normally from outside the

vehicle.

1. Unlock.

2. Lock.

NOTICE

To avoid an accident, Toyota

recommends the rear door child-

protector lock feature is used whenever

small children are in the vehicle.

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so may result

in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in death or serious injury.

•

Always wear a seatbelt and ensure it is correctly adjusted.

Ensure all doors are properly closed.

Always lock all the doors.

Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. The door may open and an

occupant fall out resulting in serious injury or death.

•

Be especially careful for the driver’s door, as the door can be opened even if the

inside lock button is in the Lock position.

Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seated in the rear seats.

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BOOT LID

CAUTION

Boot lid precautions

•

Ensure the boot lid is closed before driving. If the boot lid is left open, it may hit

nearby objects while driving or luggage in the boot may be unexpectedly thrown

out and cause an accident. Keeping the boot lid closed also prevents exhaust gases

from entering the vehicle.

•

Before driving the vehicle, make sure the boot lid is fully closed. If the boot lid is not

fully closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving, causing an accident.

Never let anyone sit in the boot. In the event of sudden braking or a collision, they

are susceptible to death or serious injury.

When children are in the vehicle, observe the following precautions. Failure to do so

may result in death or serious injury:

–

Do not allow children to enter the boot. If a child is accidentally locked in the

boot, they could overheat or suffocate

–

Do not allow a child to open or close the boot lid. Doing so may cause the boot

lid to operate unexpectedly, or cause the child’s hands, head, or neck to be

caught by the closing boot lid

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CAUTION

When using the boot, observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause

parts of the body to be caught, resulting in serious injury.

•

Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the boot lid before opening it.

Failure to do so may cause the boot lid to fall closed again after it is opened.

When opening or closing the boot lid, thoroughly check to make sure the

surrounding area is safe.

If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know the boot is

about to open or close.

Use caution when opening or closing the boot lid in windy weather as it may move

abruptly in strong wind.

The boot lid may fall if it is not

opened fully. It is more difficult to

open or close the boot lid on an

incline than on a level surface, so

beware of the boot lid unexpectedly

opening or closing by itself. Make

sure the boot lid is fully open and

secure before using the boot.

•

When closing the boot lid, take extra

care to prevent your fingers etc. from

being caught.

When closing the boot lid, press it

lightly on its outer surface. If the

handle is used to fully close the boot

lid, it may result in hands or arms

being caught.

•

Do not attach any accessories other

than genuine Toyota parts to the

boot lid. Such additional weight on

the boot lid may cause the lid to fall

closed again after it is opened.

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Opening the boot lid

The boot lid can be opened in the following ways.

With wireless door control–

Pressing the

switch on the key for more than 1 second performs a wireless remote

control operation to open the boot lid. For further details refer to “Wireless remote control”

on page 5.

With smart entry and start system–

When you carry the electronic key into the activation area, you can open the boot lid. For

further information, refer to “Smart entry and start system” on page 7.

From inside the vehicle–

Lift the lever to open the boot lid.

To close the boot lid

Lower the boot firmly in the one action. Once it is closed, try pulling it up to make sure it is

securely closed.

Boot illumination

The boot light turns on automatically when the boot lid is opened.

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