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The engine immobilizer system is a
theft prevention system using an elec-
tronic code. The transponder chip in
the key has an electronic code and
transmits the code to the vehicle. Only
when the electronic code in the chip
corresponds to the register ID code for
the vehicle, the engine immobilizer sys-
tem will be canceled and the engine
will start.
The engine immobilizer system is automat-
ically set when:
Vehicles with key cylinder−type ignition
switch—The key is removed from the igni-
tion switch.
Vehicles with smart key system—The igni-
tion switch is turned off.
The indicator light will start flashing to
show that the system is set. If any of the following indicator conditions
occur, contact your Toyota dealer.
The indicator light remains on.
The indicator light does not start flash-
ing under the following situations.
Vehicles with key cylinder
−type ignition
switch—When the key is removed from
the ignition switch.
Vehicles with smart key system—When
the ignition switch is turned off.
The indicator light flashes inconsistent-
ly.
The engine immobilizer system is automat-
ically canceled when:
Vehicles with key cylinder −type ignition
switch—
You insert the key to the ignition switch.
Vehicles with smart key system—
You enter the vehicle carrying a key with
smart key system and press the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch (engine switch). For
further information, see “Smart key sys-
tem” on page 27 in this Section.
If the key battery is dead, you should hold
the electronic key up to the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch.
When the system is canceled, the indica-
tor light will go off.
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Vehicles with key cylindertype ignition
switch
Vehicles with smart key system
1. Lock switch
2. Unlock switch
3. Alarm switch
4. Trunk opener switch
5. Indicator light (vehicles with smart keysystem only) The wireless remote control system is
designed to lock or unlock all the
doors, open the trunk lid, or activate
the alarm from a distance within
approximately 1 m (3 ft.) of the vehicle.
When you operate any switch, push it
slowly and securely.
Vehicles with smart key system only—
When the switch is operated, the indicator
light flashes once. If not, the battery may
be dead. Replace the battery at the earli-
est opportunity.
The wireless remote control transmitter is
an electronic component. Observe the fol-
lowing instructions in order not to cause
damage the key.
Do not leave the transmitter in places
where the temperature becomes high
such as on the dashboard.
Do not disassemble it.
Avoid knocking it hard against other
objects or dropping it.
Avoid putting it in water.
Wireless remote control—

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ACTUATION AREA
The entry function and start function
are available to use when a registered
key is in the actuation area.1. Entry function actuation area— About
1 m (3 ft.) from each outside door
handle and trunk opener switch.
If the key is close to the door handle,
windows and center of the rear bump-
er, the entry function may not be acti-
vated. 2. Start function actuation area—
Inside
of the cabin.
The start function may not be activated
if the key is on the instrument panel,
on the package tray, in the glove box
or on the floor, etc.
In the following cases, the smart key sys-
tem may not operate properly.
When facilities issuing strong electro-
magnetic waves such as TV towers,
electric power stations, broad casting
stations are nearby.
When you are carrying an electronic
key together with a mobile communica-
tions system such as a two −way radio
or cellular phone.
When the electronic key is in contact
with or covered by a metallic object.
When another person is operating a
wireless remote control function on
another vehicle near your vehicle.
When the battery is dead. To replace
the battery, see “—Replacing battery”
on page 25 in this Section.
Depending on the position of the key,
the key may not work well even within
the actuation area. If the smart key system does not oper-
ate properly and you cannot enter, you
can lock and unlock all the doors by
using mechanical key attached to the
master key or wireless remote control
function.

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IF KEY BATTERY DEAD
If the key indicator does not flash and
the engine cannot be started by using
the start function, the battery may be
dead. Replace the key battery as soon
as possible. (See “—Replacing battery”
on page 25 in this Section.)
However the engine can be started in the
following procedures.1. With the brake pedal depressed, hold the electronic key close to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
2. Start the engine within 5 seconds after the green indicator light on the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch comes
on and a buzzer sounds. BATTERY POWER SAVING
The transmitters on the outside of the
vehicle and in the key transmit electro-
magnetic waves to each other while doors
are locked.
To prevent the batteries from being dis-
charged, the smart key system is auto-
matically deactivated in the following con-
ditions:
If the electronic key is left outside of
the vehicle and within the effective
range of the entry function actuation
area for more than 10 minutes.
If there is no response from the key
for more than 2 weeks.
To reactivate the smart key system, per-
form any of the following:
(a) Press the lock button on the outside front door handle or trunk opener
switch while carrying the electronic
key.
(b) Perform a wireless remote control op- eration.
(c) Insert and turn the mechanical key in the keyhole of the driver’s door. If the electronic key receives strong elec-
tromagnetic waves over a period of time,
the battery can be drastically run down.
You should always keep the at least 1 m
(3 ft.) away from the electronic key follow-
ing electrical appliances.
TV
Personal computer
Cellular phone
Cordless phone recharger unit
Electric light stand
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When the key is in the vehicle (on your
person), it is possible to start the engine.
With the brake pedal firmly depressed, the
indicator light on the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch will turn green. Check that
the engine selector lever is in the “P”
position. Pressing the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch once starts the engine.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
slowly and firmly.
If the engine stalls...
Simply restart it, using the correct proce-
dure given in normal starting.
If the engine will not start...
In the following cases, the engine will not
start.
If a buzzer sounds from the vehicle
and the smart key system warning light
comes on when pressing the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch, this indicates
that the key is not in the vehicle.
If the key is placed in the trunk, the
engine cannot be started.
There are instances in which the en-
gine will not start, even if the key is
in the vehicle (e.g. on the floor, in the
cup holder or glove box).When the push button start function
does not operate properly, the following
may be causes:
The key battery may be dead if the
electronic key does not work.
You can start the engine by holding the
electronic key close to the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch. For derails, see
“Smart key system” on page 27 in Sec-
tion 1
−2.
Replace the key battery as soon as
possible. (See “—Replacing battery” on
page 25 in Section 1 −2.)
The engine was repeatedly turned on
and off over a short period.
Wait 10 seconds and then start the
engine.
If the green indicator light on the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch flashes
and the smart key system warning light
on the instrument cluster comes on,
the steering wheel is locked.
To free it, rock the steering wheel
slightly while pressing the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch.