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4-2. Driving procedures

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without

smart entry & start system)

Starting the engine

X Multidrive

1

Push the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is

set. (→P. 229)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

Check that the shift lever is set in P.

2

3

4

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the engine.

X Manual transmission (gasoline engine)

4

1

Push the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is

set. (→P. 229)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

Check that the shift lever is set in N.

2

3

4

Firmly depress the clutch pedal.

Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the engine.

X Manual transmission (diesel engine)

1

Push the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is

set. (→P. 229)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

Check that the shift lever is set in N.

2

3

4

Firmly depress the clutch pedal.

Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.

indicator light turns on.

5

After

indicator light goes out, turn the engine switch to the

“START” position to start the engine.

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Changing the engine switch positions

1

“LOCK”

The steering wheel is locked and

the key can be removed. (Vehicles

with Multidrive: The key can be

removed only when the shift lever

is in P.)

2

“ACC”

Some electrical components such

as the audio system can be used.

3

“ON”

All electrical components can be used.

4

“START”

For starting the engine.

■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”

1

Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).

(→P. 219, 225)

2

Push in the key and turn it to the

“LOCK” position.

■If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 78)

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified

and equipped professional.

■When the steering lock cannot be released

When starting the engine, the engine

switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”

position. To free it, turn the key while turn-

ing the steering wheel slightly left and

right.

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■Key reminder function

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in

the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.

WARNING

■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 engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an

emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn

the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident

may result if the engine is stopped while driving. (→P. 515)

NOTICE

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■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri-

ods of time without the engine running.

■When starting the engine

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

starter and wiring systems.

●Do not race a cold engine.

●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-

cle checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly

qualified and equipped professional immediately.

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with

smart entry & start system)

Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-

tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine

switch modes.

Starting the engine

X Multidrive

1

Push the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is

set. (→P. 229)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

2

Check that the shift lever is set in P.

3

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

The engine switch indicator will turn green. If the indicator does not turn

green, the engine cannot be started.

4

Press the engine switch.

The engine will crank until it starts

or for up to 30 seconds, whichever

is less.

Continue depressing the brake

pedal until the engine is completely

started.

The engine can be started from

any engine switch mode.

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X Manual transmission

1

Push the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is

set. (→P. 229)

Parking brake indicator will come on.

Check that the shift lever is set in N.

2

3

Firmly depress the clutch pedal.

The engine switch indicator will turn green. If the indicator does not turn

green, the engine cannot be started.

4

Press the engine switch.

The engine will crank until it starts

or for up to 30 seconds, whichever

is less.

Continue depressing the clutch

pedal until the engine is completely

started.

4

Diesel engine only:

indicator

turns on. The engine will start after

the indicator light goes out.

The engine can be started from

any engine switch mode.

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Stopping the engine

X Multidrive

1

Stop the vehicle.

2

Shift the shift lever to P.

3

Set the parking brake. (→P. 229)

4

Press the engine switch.

5

Release the brake pedal and check that the indicator on the engine

switch is off.

X Manual transmission

1

Stop the vehicle.

2

Shift the shift lever to N.

3

Set the parking brake. (→P. 229)

4

Press the engine switch.

5

Release the brake pedal and check that the indicator on the engine

switch is off.

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Changing engine switch modes

Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with the brake

pedal (vehicles with Multidrive) or clutch pedal (vehicles with manual

transmission) released. (The mode changes each time the switch is

pressed.)

1

Off*

Emergency flashers can be used.

2

ACCESSORY mode

Some electrical components such

as the audio system can be used.

The engine switch indicator turns

amber.

3

IGNITION ON mode

All electrical components can be used.

The engine switch indicator turns amber.

4

*: For vehicles with Multidrive, if the shift lever is in a position other than P

when turning off the engine, the engine switch will be turned to ACCES-

SORY mode, not to off.

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

than P (Vehicles with Multidrive)

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

the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to

ACCESSORY mode. Perform the following procedure to turn the

switch off:

1

Check that the parking brake is set.

2

Shift the shift lever to P.

3

Check that the indicator on the engine switch is illuminated in

amber and then press the engine switch once.

4

Check that the indicator on the engine switch is off.

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■Auto power off function

X Vehicles with Multidrive

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI-

TION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the

shift lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this

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

with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long peri-

ods of time when the engine is not running.

X Vehicles with manual transmission

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI-

TION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour, the engine

switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely pre-

vent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in

ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the

engine is not running.

■Operation of the engine switch

When operating the engine switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the

switch is pressed improperly, the engine may not start or the engine switch

mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.

■Electronic key battery depletion

→P. 124

■Conditions affecting operation

→P. 152

■Note for the smart entry & start system

→P. 153

■If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 78)

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified

and equipped professional.

■Steering lock

After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the

steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the

engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

■When the steering lock cannot be released

The green indicator light on the engine

switch will flash and a message will be

shown on the multi-information display.

Press the engine switch again while turn-

ing the steering wheel left and right.

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■Steering lock motor overheating prevention

To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-

pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.

In this case, refrain from running the engine. After about 10 seconds, the

steering lock motor will resume functioning.

■When the engine switch indicator flashes in amber

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-

rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-

sional, immediately.

■When the electronic key battery is depleted

→P. 588

WARNING

■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.

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■Caution while 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 want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle,

press and hold the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly

3 times or more in succession. (→P. 515)

However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emer-

gency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or

braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will

make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop

the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

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NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

●Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode

for long periods of time without the engine running.

●If the indicator on the engine switch is illuminated, the engine switch is not

off. When exiting the vehicle, always check that the engine switch is off.

●On vehicles with Multidrive, 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 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 race a cold engine.

●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-

cle checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly

qualified and equipped professional immediately.

■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,

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

authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped

professional immediately.

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∗

Multidrive

Shifting the shift lever

4

While the engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles with-

out smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehi-

cles with smart entry & start system), move the shift lever with

the brake pedal depressed.

When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that

the vehicle is completely stopped.

∗: If equipped

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Shift position purpose

Shift position

Function

Parking the vehicle/starting the engine

Reversing

P

R

N

D

Neutral

Normal driving*¹

7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode

M

driving ²(→P. 222)

*

*¹: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the D

position for normal driving.

*²: By selecting gear steps using M position, you can control accelerating

force and engine braking force.

Selecting a driving mode

Press the switch.

For powerful acceleration and driv-

ing in mountainous regions.

Press the switch once more to

return to normal mode.

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Selecting gear steps in the D position (vehicles with paddle shift

switches)

To drive using temporary gear step selection, operate the “-” paddle

shift switch while the shift lever in D. Changing the gear step enables

the level of engine braking force to be selected. The gear step can

then be selected by operating the “-” and “+” paddle shift switches.

1

Upshifting

2

Downshifting

The selected gear step, from 1 to

7, will be displayed on the multi-

information display.

To return to normal D position

driving, the “+” paddle shift

switch must be held down for a

period of time.

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■ Gear steps and their functions

● You can choose from 7 levels of engine braking force.

● A lower gear step will provide greater engine braking force than a

higher gear step, and the engine revolutions will also increase.

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Changing gear steps in 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic

mode

To enter 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode, shift the shift lever

to M. Gear steps can be selected by operating the shift lever or the “-”

and “+” paddle shift switches (if equipped), allowing you to drive in the

gear step of your choice.

1

Upshifting

2

Downshifting

The gear changes by one gear

every time the shift lever or paddle

shift switch is operated.

The selected gear step, from 1 to

7, will be displayed on the multi-

information display.

However, even when in the M position, the gear steps will be automat-

ically changed if the engine speed is too high, or too low.

■ Gear step functions

● You can choose from 7 levels of accelerating force and engine

braking force.

● A lower gear step will provide greater accelerating force and

engine braking force than a higher gear step, and the engine rev-

olutions will also increase.

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■When the vehicle comes to a stop with the shift lever in the M position

●The transmission will automatically downshift to M1 once the vehicle is

stopped.

●After a stop, the vehicle will start off in M1.

●When the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is set at M1.

■Paddle shift switch (if equipped)

●When the paddle shift switch is operated with the shift lever in the D posi-

tion, a gear step will be automatically selected according to the vehicle

speed and driving conditions.

●Automatic deactivation of gear step selection with the shift lever in the D

position

Gear step selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situ-

ations:

• When the vehicle comes to a stop

• If the accelerator pedal is depressed for longer than a certain period of

time in one gear step

• When the shift lever is shifted to a position other than D

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■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer

To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may

sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be

possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switch (if equipped) is oper-

ated. (The warning buzzer will sound twice.)

■When driving with cruise control activated (if equipped)

Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine

braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control will not be

canceled.

●While driving in D or 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode, downshifting

to 6, 5 or 4. (→P. 287)

●When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.

(→P. 221)

■Automatic deactivation of sport mode

If the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without smart

entry & start system) or off (vehicles with smart entry & start system) after

driving in sport mode, the mode is automatically deactivated.

■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

→P. 583

■If the M indicator is not displayed after shifting the shift lever to the M

position

This may indicate a malfunction in the transmission system. Have your vehi-

cle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly

qualified and equipped professional immediately.

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■G AI-SHIFT

4-2. Driving procedures

The G AI-SHIFT is automatically changed to a suitable gear step while run-

ning in sport mode according to the driving operations and running condi-

tions.

The G AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the driving mode is set to sport

mode with the shift lever in the D position. (The function will be canceled, if

the driving mode is set to normal mode or shift lever is put in the M position.)

WARNING

■When driving on slippery road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.

Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,

resulting in an accident.

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Manual transmission

Shifting the shift lever

Fully depress the clutch pedal

before operating the shift lever,

and then release it slowly.

Shifting the shift lever to R

Shift the shift lever to the R posi-

tion while lifting up the ring sec-

tion.

4

Gear Shift Indicator

The Gear Shift Indicator display is a guide to help the driver achieve

improved fuel economy and reduced exhaust emissions within limits

of engine performance.

1

Upshifting

2

Downshifting

∗: If equipped

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■Gear Shift Indicator display

The Gear Shift Indicator may not be displayed when your foot is placed on

the clutch pedal.

■Maximum downshifting speeds

Observe the following maximum downshifting speeds in the following table to

prevent over-revving the engine.

X Gasoline engine

km/h (mph)

Maximum speed

Shift position

1ZR-FAE engine

2ZR-FAE engine

1

2

3

4

48 (30)

53 (33)

89 (55)

98 (61)

130 (81)

143 (89)

175 (109)

193 (120)

X Diesel engine

km/h (mph)

Maximum speed

Shift position

1WW engine

43 (27)

2WW engine

40 (25)

1

2

3

4

86 (53)

81 (50)

136 (85)

193 (120)

127 (79)

180 (112)

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WARNING

■Gear Shift Indicator display

For safety, the driver should not look only at the display. Refer to the display

when it is safe to do so while considering actual traffic and road conditions.

Failure to do so may lead to an accident.

NOTICE

■To prevent damage to the transmission

●Do not shift the shift lever to R without

depressing the clutch pedal.

4

●Do not lift up the ring section except when shifting the lever to R.

●Shift the shift lever to R only when the vehicle is stationary.

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Turn signal lever

Operating instructions

1

Right turn

2

Lane change to the right (move

the lever partway and release

it)

The right hand signals will flash 3

times.

3

Lane change to the left (move

the lever partway and release

it)

The left hand signals will flash 3

times.

4

Left turn

■Turn signals can be operated when

The engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start

system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).

■If the indicators flash faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned

out.

■If the turn signals stop flashing before a lane change has been per-

formed

Operate the lever again.

■Customization

The number of times the turn signals flash during a lane change can be

changed. (Customizable feature →P. 625)

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Parking brake

Operating instructions

1

Sets the parking brake

During application: The parking

brake indicator light will flash

Once applied: The parking brake

indicator light will on

Press and hold the parking brake

switch if an emergency occurs and

it is necessary to operate the park-

ing brake while driving.

2

Releases the parking brake

Operate the parking brake switch

while depressing the brake pedal.

Make sure that the parking brake

indicator light turn off.

4

■Parking brake operation

●When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without smart

entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry &

start system), the parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake

switch.

●Vehicles with Stop & Start system: When the engine is stopped by the Stop

& Start system, the parking brake will not be released even though the park-

ing brake switch is operated, but the engine will restart. The parking brake

can be released after the engine has been started, either by keeping the

parking brake switch pulled throughout the engine restart, or by pulling the

switch once again after the engine has restarted and “PARKING BRAKE

INOPERABLE”/“Parking brake inoperable.” on the multi-information display

has disappeared.

■Automatic release function (vehicles with manual transmission)

The parking brake is automatically released during starting the vehicle, thus

making starting off easier.

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■Automatic apply function (vehicles with manual transmission)

To prevent the parking brake from being left accidentally unapplied, the park-

ing brake will be applied automatically under the following conditions:

●The vehicle is stopped.

●The engine switch is turned to the “ACC” position (vehicles without smart

entry & start system) or off (vehicles with smart entry & start system).

■Automatic apply mode (vehicles with manual transmission)

Automatic apply function (mode) is initially set to ON, but it can be switched

between ON and OFF as the situation demands.

●Switching automatic apply mode from ON to OFF:

1

Stop the vehicle in a horizontal condition and switch the engine switch to

the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNI-

TION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).

2

Pull and hold the parking brake switch

for 5 seconds or more

The Auto P-off indicator light will illu-

minate.

●Switching automatic apply mode from OFF to ON:

1

Stop the vehicle in a horizontal condition and switch the engine switch to

the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNI-

TION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).

2

Push and hold the parking brake switch for 5 seconds or more

The Auto P-off indicator light will go off.

●Temporary cancelation of the automatic apply function is available for spe-

cific circumstances (car wash, towing vehicle, etc.).

To temporarily cancel the automatic apply function of the parking brake, pull

the parking brake switch at the same time as you are switching off the vehi-

cle.

When switch is being pulled for 5 seconds or more, automatic apply mode

changes from ON to OFF.

■Parking brake operation sound

When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be

heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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■When the system is overheating

The system may become temporarily unavailable in order to prevent over-

heating caused by repeated unnecessary switch operation.

In this event, leaving the system to cool down for a short time will allow nor-

mal operation to resume.

■When there is a malfunction in the system

Warning light will turn on or flash. (→P. 526)

■Usage in winter time

→P. 310

WARNING

■When parking the vehicle

●Make sure that the parking brake indicator light is illuminated. If the park-

ing brake is not applied, the vehicle could move, possibly leading to an

accident.

●Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone. The parking brake may be

released unintentionally and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that

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

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NOTICE

■When parking the vehicle

Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P

(Multidrive) or 1 or R (manual transmission) and make sure that the vehicle

does not move.

■When the system malfunctions

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.

(→P. 533)

■When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction

Use the parking brake release tool to manually release the parking brake.

(→P. 584)

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components

overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake

wear.

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