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IGNITION SWITCH (STANDARD TYPE IGNITION SWITCH)

The ignition switch has four positions.

1. LOCK – Engine is off and the steering

wheel is locked. The key can be

removed only at this position.

2. ACC – Accessories such as the radio

operate, but the engine is off.

3. ON – Engine on and all accessories

on. This is the normal driving position.

4. START – Starter motor on. The key

will return to the ON position when

released.

For starting tips, refer to “Starting the

engine (standard type ignition switch)” on

page 71.

You must push the key in to turn the key

from ACC to the LOCK position.

The shift lever must be in the P position

before pushing the key.

Once you remove the key, the engine

immobiliser system is automatically set.

Refer to “Engine immobiliser system” on

page 47.

When starting the engine, the key may

seem stuck at the LOCK position.

To free it, first ensure the key is pushed all

the way in, and then rock the steering

wheel slightly while turning the key gently.

NOTICE

Do not leave the key in the ACC or ON position if the engine is not running. The battery

will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.

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IGNITION SWITCH (SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM)

When the electronic key is inside the

vehicle, pressing the ENGINE START STOP

switch allows you to:

•

Start or stop the engine (with the

brake pedal depressed)

•

Select the ACCESSORY mode

Select IGNITION ON mode

Turn all modes OFF.

If the brake pedal is depressed and the

shift lever is in P position, will be

displayed on the multi-information display,

regardless of which mode is selected.

Pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch

once starts the engine.

For starting tips, refer to “Starting the

engine (smart entry and start system)” on

page 72.

Without depressing the brake pedal, each

time the ENGINE START STOP switch is

pressed changes the ignition modes as

follows:

Button Pressed

First time

Mode

Multi-information Display

Operation

Accessories such as the

radio

ACCESSORY

Second time

Third time *

IGNITION ON

OFF

All electrical components

Emergency flashers

Pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch again returns the ENGINE START STOP switch

to ACCESSORY mode, etc.

* If the shift lever is not in P, the mode will change to ACCESSORY mode instead of OFF.

NOTICE

Do not leave the ENGINE START STOP switch in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON

mode if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be

damaged.

If a buzzer sounds and a message is displayed on the multi-information display when

pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch, there may be a problem such as the

electronic key is not in the vehicle or a door is open, etc., or there may be a malfunction

of the smart entry and start system. Refer to “Driving and parking using smart entry and

start system” on page 75.

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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it.

2. Check the seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion height, head restraint height,

steering wheel angle and steering column length are all adjusted correctly.

3. Check the inside and outside rear view mirrors are adjusted correctly.

4. Fasten the seatbelts.

STARTING THE ENGINE (STANDARD TYPE IGNITION SWITCH)

Before starting the engine, ensure to follow the instructions in “Before starting the

engine”.

1. Apply the parking brake firmly.

2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.

3. Check the shift lever is in P position.

If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, move the shift lever to N

position. A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the shift lever

is in any drive position.

4. Depress and hold the brake pedal until driving off.

5. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, crank the engine by turning the key to START.

Release it when the engine starts.

INFORMATION

If the engine will not start, refer to “If your engine will not start” on page 313.

To warm up the engine, drive while accelerating smoothly until the engine coolant

temperature is within normal range.

If the engine stalls, simply restart it, using the correct procedure as above.

CAUTION

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator

pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

Caution when driving

Do not turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position while driving. If, in an emergency,

you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the ignition switch only

to the ACC position to stop the engine. An accident may result if the engine is stopped

while driving.

Refer to “If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency” on page 321.

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NOTICE

Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the

starter and wiring systems.

Do not over-rev a cold engine.

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked

immediately.

STARTING THE ENGINE (SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM)

To start the engine

Before starting the engine, ensure to follow the instructions in “Before starting the engine”

on page 71.

1. Ensure the electronic key is in the

vehicle (on your person).

2. Apply the parking brake firmly.

3. Turn off unnecessary lights and

accessories.

4. Check the shift lever is in P position.

5. Depress the brake pedal firmly.

will be displayed on the multi-

information display. If it is not

displayed, the engine cannot be

started.

6. Press the ENGINE START STOP

switch slowly and firmly.

While starting the engine, continue

depressing the brake pedal until the

engine is started.

Cranking hold function–

Once you press ENGINE START STOP

switch and release it, the cranking

hold function continues to crank the

engine until it starts, or for up to 30

seconds.

INFORMATION

If the engine will not start, refer to “If the engine does not start” on page 73.

The engine should be warmed up by driving, not in idle. To warm up the engine, drive

while accelerating smoothly until the engine coolant temperature is within normal range.

If the engine stalls, simply restart it, using the correct procedure given in normal starting.

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To stop the engine

1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.

2. Move the shift lever to P position.

3. Set the parking brake.

4. Press the ENGINE START STOP switch once.

5. Check

on the multi-information display is off.

When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other than P

If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the ENGINE START

STOP switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Perform

the following procedure to turn the switch off.

1. Set the parking brake.

2. Move the shift lever to P position.

3. Check

is displayed on the multi-information display and then press the

ENGINE START STOP switch once.

4. Check on the multi-information display is off.

If the engine does not start

•

Check the shift lever is securely set in

P position. The engine will not start

if the shift lever is in a position other

than P or N. SHIFT TO P POSITION

will be displayed on the multi-

information display.

•

The engine immobiliser system may

not have been deactivated. Refer to

page 47.

The key battery may be discharged.

Refer to page 296.

•

The smart entry and start system has been deactivated, refer to page 333.

In addition to the above, there are instances in which the smart entry and start system

does not operate correctly because of the circumstances of use. For details, refer to

“Driving and parking using smart entry and start system” on page 75.

In cases other than those described above, it is possible that a problem has occurred in an

area other than the start system. CHECK ENTRY & START SYSTEM may be displayed on

the multi-information display. Refer to “If your engine will not start” on page 313.

Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for

more than an hour with the shift lever in P position, the ENGINE START STOP switch will

automatically turn off.

However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle

with the ENGINE START STOP switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long

periods of time while the engine is not running.

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Steering lock

After pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch off and opening and closing the doors, the

steering wheel will be locked by the steering lock function. Pressing the ENGINE START

STOP switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

If the steering lock cannot be released,

STEERING LOCK ACTIVE will be displayed

on the multi-information display.

1. Check the shift lever is set in P

position.

2. Press the ENGINE START STOP

switch while turning the steering

wheel left and right.

To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended if the

engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case, refrain from

operating the engine.

After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.

CAUTION

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator

pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

Caution when driving

If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors until

the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the steering lock in this

circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

Stopping the engine in an emergency

If you need to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold

the ENGINE START STOP switch for more than 3 seconds, or press it briefly three times

or more in succession.

However, do not touch the ENGINE START STOP switch while driving except in an

emergency.

Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but

the power assistance to these systems will be lost making it more difficult to steer and

brake. Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

Refer to “If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency” on page 321.

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NOTICE

To prevent battery discharge

•

Do not leave the ENGINE START STOP switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON

mode for long periods of time without the engine running.

•

If

is displayed on the multi-information display, the ENGINE START STOP

switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always check the ENGINE START STOP

switch is off.

•

Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If the

engine is stopped in another shift lever position, the ENGINE START STOP switch

will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is

left in ACCESSORY mode, battery discharge may occur.

When starting the engine

•

Do not over-rev a cold engine.

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked

immediately.

Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the ENGINE START STOP switch

If the ENGINE START STOP seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,

such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Toyota

dealer immediately.

DRIVING AND PARKING USING SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM

Tips for using smart entry and start system

When using the smart entry and start system, it is possible to start or stop the engine as

long as the key is on your person.

For this reason, it is possible that a passenger may remove the key from the vehicle

without the driver being aware of the fact. In such a case, it is not possible to restart the

engine after having turned it off. In addition, it is possible that a person may get out of

the vehicle without being aware the ENGINE START STOP switch has not been turned

off completely. These situations will result in a warning message being displayed on the

multi-information display.

For smart entry and start system warning messages and reminders refer to “Multi-

information display” on page 93.

NOTICE

When driving or getting in or out of the vehicle, the driver should carry the key.

If the battery is disconnected or run down, the smart entry and start system memorises the

current mode. After you reconnect, replace, or recharge the battery, the memorised mode

is reselected automatically. Always turn the engine off if it comes on.

Wait 10 seconds to start the engine after the battery has been reconnected. The engine

may not start on the first try. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (WITHOUT PADDLE SHIFT SWITCHES)

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimise the possibility of

incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of P position when the brake pedal

is depressed (with the ignition switch [vehicles with standard type ignition switch] is in the

ON position or the ENGINE START STOP switch [vehicles with smart entry and start

system] is in IGNITION ON mode).

Shift lever

The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster.

P: Parking, engine starting and key removal

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Normal driving

To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, set the shift lever in the D position for

normal driving.

S: S mode driving

Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear

ranges and controls engine braking forces.

NOTICE

When moving the shift lever between P and D positions, ensure the vehicle is completely

stopped.

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Shift Position

Meter Display

Function

Purpose

Gears between 1 and 6

are automatically selected

according to driving

conditions

Normal D position

driving

Shift range

selection

Allows the driver to select

gears for sporty driving

Changing shift ranges in S mode

When the shift lever is in the S position, the

shift lever can be operated as follows:

1. Upshifting.

2. Downshifting.

The initial shift range in S mode is set automatically to [5] or [4] according to vehicle

speed. However, the initial shift range may be set to [3] if AI-SHIFT has operated while the

shift lever was in the D position.

Shift ranges and their functions

You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force.

A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a higher shift range, and

the engine speed will also increase.

INFORMATION

When the shift range is [4] or lower, holding the shift lever toward [+] sets the shift

range to [6].

To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur.

To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that automatically shifts to

the top range when the temperature is too hot.

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AI-SHIFT

The AI-SHIFT function automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver

performance and driving conditions.

AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shifting the shift

lever to the S position cancels AI-SHIFT function.)

The engine speed may remain high after releasing the accelerator pedal. This does not

indicate a malfunction.

When driving with the cruise control system activated

NOTICE

When the cruise control is being used, engine braking will not occur in S mode, even

when downshifting from [5] or [4].

For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, refer to “Cruise control” on page 120.

If the shift lever cannot be moved from P position

If you cannot move the shift lever from P position even though the brake pedal is

depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, refer to “If the shift lever

cannot be moved from P position” on page 314.

If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even after shifting

the shift lever to S position

This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. (In this situation, the transmission will

operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in D position.)

Downshift restriction warning buzzer (S mode)

To help ensure safety and driving performance, a downshifting operation may sometimes

be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the

shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)

CAUTION

Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the

vehicle to skid or spin.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (WITH PADDLE SHIFT SWITCHES)

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimise the possibility of

incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of P position when the brake pedal

is depressed (with the ignition switch [vehicles with standard type ignition switch] is in the

ON position or the ENGINE START STOP switch [vehicles with smart entry and start

system] is in IGNITION ON mode).

Shift lever

The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster.

P: Parking, engine starting and key removal

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Normal driving

To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, set the shift lever in the D position for

normal driving.

S: S mode driving

Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear

ranges and controls engine braking forces.

NOTICE

When moving the shift lever between P and D positions, ensure the vehicle is completely

stopped.

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Shift Position

Meter Display

Function

Purpose

Gears between 1 and 6

Normal D position are automatically selected

driving

according to driving

conditions

Shift range

selection

Allows optimum use of

engine braking

(with paddle shift

switches activated)

Shift range

selection

Allows the driver to select

gears for sporty driving

Changing shift ranges in S mode

When the shift lever is in the S position,

the shift lever or paddle shift switches can

be operated as follows:

1. Upshifting [+]

2. Downshifting [–]

The initial shift range in S mode is set automatically to [5] or [4] according to vehicle

speed. However, the initial shift range may be set to [3] if AI-SHIFT has operated while the

shift lever was in the D position.

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Selecting shift ranges in D position

To drive using temporary shift range

selection, operate the [–] paddle shift

switch. The shift range can then be

selected by operating the [–] and [+]

paddle shift switches. Changing the shift

range allows restriction of the highest gear,

preventing unnecessary upshifting and

enabling the level of engine braking force

to be selected.

1. Upshifting [+].

2. Downshifting [–].].

The selected shift range, from [1] to [5], or D will be displayed in the instrument cluster.

To return to normal D position driving, the [+] paddle shift switch must be held down for a

period of time.

When a shift range higher than [5] is selected, the shift range will return to the normal D

position.

Shift ranges and their functions

You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force.

A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a higher shift range, and

the engine speed will also increase.

INFORMATION

When the shift range is [4] or lower, holding the shift lever toward [+] sets the shift

range to [6].

To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur.

To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that automatically shifts to

the top range when the temperature is too hot.

AI-SHIFT

The AI-SHIFT function automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver

performance and driving conditions.

AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shifting the shift

lever to the S position cancels the AI-SHIFT function.

When driving with the cruise control system

NOTICE

When the cruise control is being used, engine braking will not occur in S mode, even

when downshifting from [5] or [4].

For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, refer to “Cruise control” on page 120.

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If the shift lever cannot be moved from P position

If you cannot move the shift lever from P position even though the brake pedal is

depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, refer to “If the shift lever

cannot be moved from P position” on page 314.

If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even after shifting

the shift lever to S position

This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. (In this situation, the transmission will

operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in D position.)

Downshift restriction warning buzzer

To help ensure safety and driving performance, a downshifting operation may sometimes

be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the

shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)

CAUTION

Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the

vehicle to skid or spin.

TURN SIGNAL LEVER

Vehicles with standard type ignition switch–

The ignition switch must be in the ON

position.

Vehicles with smart entry and start system–

The ENGINE START STOP switch must be

in IGNITION ON mode.

1. Left turn.

2. Right turn.

3. Move and hold the lever partway to

signal a lane change.

The left hand signal will flash until you

release the lever.

4. Move and hold the lever partway to

signal a lane change.

The right hand signal will flash until

you release the lever.

If the turn signal indicator lights on the

instrument cluster flash faster than normal,

a turn signal bulb is burned out. Refer to

“Light bulbs” on page 284.

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PARKING BRAKE

When parking, firmly apply the parking

brake to avoid inadvertent creeping.

To set:

While depressing the brake pedal with your

right foot, depress the parking brake pedal

with your left foot.

To release:

Depress the parking brake pedal again.

To remind you the parking brake is set, the

parking brake reminder light in the

instrument cluster remains on until you

fully release the parking brake pedal.

If the vehicle speed rises above 5 km/h (with the parking brake remaining set) a buzzer

will sound, the brake system warning light remains on, the master warning light flashes

and a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display. Stop the vehicle and

release the parking brake fully.

CAUTION

Before driving, ensure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder

light is off.

HORN

To sound the horn, press on or close to the

horn symbol on the steering wheel pad.

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