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(K) The “ENGINE START STOP” switchflashes green once every second.
This indicates that the steering lock is
stuck. To free it, rock the steering wheel
slightly while pressing the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch.
(L) The “ENGINE START STOP” switch flashes amber once every 2 seconds.
This indicates a problem with the push
button start function or the steering lock
function. Have your vehicle checked at a
Toyota dealer. THEFT PREVENTION FUNCTION
When the engine is  turned off, the en-
gine immobilizer system is automatical-
ly set. (See “Engine immobilizer sys-
tem” on page 16 in Section 1
−2.)
When the driver ’s door is opened after
turning off the engine, the steering
wheel will lock.
When the vehicle’s battery  is dis-
charged, the steering lock function may
not operate properly.
Always slow down in gusty crosswinds.
This will allow you much better control.
Drive slowly onto curbs and, if pos-
sible, at a right angle. Avoid driving
onto high, sharp− edged objects and
other road hazards. Failure to do so
can lead to severe tire damage such
as a tire burst.
Drive slowly when passing over bumps
or travelling on a bumpy  road. Other-
wise, the impact could cause severe
damage to the tires and/or wheels.
When parking on a hill, turn the front
wheels until they  touch the curb so
that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the
parking brake, and place the transmis-
sion in “P”. If necessary, block the
wheels.
Washing your vehicle or driving through
deep water may get the brakes wet. To
see whether they are wet, check that
there is no traffic near you, and then
press the pedal lightly. If you do not
feel a normal braking force, the brakes
are probably wet. To dry them, drive
the vehicle cautiously while lightly
pressing the brake pedal with the park-
ing brake applied. If  they still do not
work safely, pull to the side of the road
and call a Toyota dealer  for assistance.
Tips for driving in various
conditions