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To open the trunk lid, push the trunk
opener switch of the transmitter for 1
second. A long beep will sound.
If the key is in the ignition (vehicles with
key cylinder−type ignition switch) or the
ignition switch is set at ACC or ON (ve-
hicles with smart key system), the trunk
lid cannot be opened by the trunk opener
switch.
Opening of the trunk lid with the wireless
remote control can be changed as follows.
Contact your Toyota dealer for details.
Trunk lid opens by pushing the trunk
opener switch twice in succession.
Trunk lid opens by pushing the trunk
opener switch once regardless of how
long the switch is being pressed.
Opening of the trunk lid is disabled
using the wireless remote control trans-
mitter.
Vehicles with key cylindertype ignition
switch
Vehicles with smart key system
Pushing the alarm switch for 1 second
blows the horn intermittently and
flashes the headlights, turn signal
lights, tail lights and interior light.
Vehicles with smart key system
only—When pushing the switch, the indi-
cator light flashes.
The alarm switch is used to deter vehicle
theft when you witness anyone attempting
to break into or damage your vehicle.
The alarm will last for one minute. To stop
the alarm midway, push the switch once
again, unlock a door with the transmitter,
or set the ignition switch to ON.
If the key is in the ignition (vehicles with
key cylinder −type ignition switch) or the
ignition switch is set at ACC or ON (ve-
hicles with smart key system), the alarm
does not work.
This alarm function can be disabled. For
details, contact your Toyota dealer.
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For replacement, use a CR2016 lithium
battery or equivalent.
CAUTION
Special care should be taken to pre-
vent small children from swallowing
the removed transmitter battery or
components.
NOTICE
When replacing the transmitter bat-
tery, be careful not to lose the com-
ponents.
 Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by a
Toyota dealer.
 Dispose of used batteries according
to the local laws.
Replace the transmitter battery by follow-
ing these procedures:
1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the
transmitter case.2. Remove the circuit board, then removethe discharged transmitter battery.
NOTICE
Take care not to damage the circuit
board.
 Do not bend the terminals.
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(with key cylindertype
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3. Put in a new transmitter battery withpositive (+) side up. Install the circuit
board into the transmitter case.
Close the transmitter case securely.
NOTICE
 Make sure the positive side and
negative side of the transmitter bat-
tery are faced correctly.
 Do not replace the battery with wet
hands. Water may cause unexpected
rust.
 Do not touch or move any compo-
nents inside the transmitter, or it
may interfere with proper operation.
Be careful not to bend the electrode
when inserting the transmitter bat-
tery and that dust or oils do not
adhere to the transmitter case.
 Close the transmitter case securely.
After replacing the battery, check that the
transmitter operates properly. If the trans-
mitter still does not operate properly, con-
tact your Toyota dealer. The transmitter can easily be damaged
when replacing the battery. We recom-
mend having the battery replaced by your
Toyota dealer. If you have to do it your-
self, use a CR1632 lithium battery or
equivalent and a flathead screwdriver.CAUTION
Special care should be taken to pre-
vent small children from swallowing
the removed transmitter battery or
components.
NOTICE

Be careful not to touch the circuit,
as this may generate static electric-
ity that can damage the transmitter.
 When replacing the transmitter bat-
tery, be careful not to lose the com-
ponents.
 Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by a
Toyota dealer.
 Dispose of used batteries according
to the local laws.
Replace the transmitter battery by follow-
ing these procedures:
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1. Push the release button and take outthe mechanical key.2. Using a flathead screwdriver or equiva-lent, open the transmitter case.3. Remove the discharged transmitter bat-tery by flathead screwdriver or equiva-
lent. Insert the guide groove and lift as
shown in the above illustration.
NOTICE
Do not modify the battery case. It
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4. Put in a new battery with the positive(+) side up. Install the cover and insert
the mechanical key into the transmitter.
Close the transmitter case securely.
NOTICE
 Make sure the positive side and
negative side of the battery are
faced correctly.
 Do not replace the battery with wet
hands. Water may cause unexpected
rust.
 Do not touch or move any compo-
nents inside the transmitter, or it
may interfere with proper operation.
 Be careful not to bend the electrode
when inserting the transmitter bat-
tery and that dust or oils do not
adhere to the case.
 Close the transmitter case securely.
After replacing the battery, check that the
transmitter operates properly. If the trans-
mitter still does not operate properly, con-
tact your Toyota dealer. The smart key system consists mainly
of the following functions.
Engine immobilizer function (For de-
tails, see “Engine immobilizer system”
on page 16 in this Section.)
Wireless remote control function (For
details, see “Wireless remote control”
on page 18 in this Section.)
Push button start function (For details,
see “How to start the engine” on page
296 in Section 3.)
Entry function and start function (See
“ENTRY FUNCTION AND START
FUNCTION” described below.)
Steering lock function (See “STEERING
LOCK FUNCTION” described below.)
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CAUTION
People with implanted pacemakers
or cardiac defibrillators should keep
away from the smart key system
antennas, because the radio waves
may affect the operation of such
devices. For the antenna locations
see “ANTENNA LOCATION” on page
29 in this Section.
Users of any electrical medical de-
vice other than implanted pacemak-
ers and implanted cardiac defibrilla-
tors should consult the manufactur-
er of the device for information
about its operation under the influ-
ence of radio waves. Radio waves
could have unexpected effects on
the operation of such medical de-
vices.
If necessary, the entry function can
be disabled. See “DISABLING THE
SMART KEY SYSTEM” on page 33
in this Section.
Entry function
Start function
ENTRY FUNCTION AND START
FUNCTION
By carrying the key, you can lock and
unlock the doors and start the engine.
Entry function— You can lock and unlock
the doors and open the trunk without in-
serting the key in the keyhole. For further
information, see “Side doors” on page 34
and “Trunk lid” on page 44 in this Section.
Start function— You can shift the power
supply mode and start the engine when
the electronic key is in the vehicle. For
further information, see “Ignition switch”
on page 159 in Section 1 −7 and “How to
start the engine ”on page 296 in Section
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STEERING LOCK FUNCTION
When the driver ’s door is opened after
turning off the engine, the steering wheel
will lock.
The steering lock is automatically un-
locked when the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch (engine switch) is pressed. If the
indicator light on the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch flashes green, this indicates
that the steering wheel remains locked. If
the amber indicator light flashes, this indi-
cates that the steering lock is malfunction-
ing. For details, see “How to start the
engine” on page 296 and “Driving and
parking using smart key system” on page
300 in Section 3.ANTENNA LOCATION1. Antenna inside cabin and trunk
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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 a door handle,
a window, the center of the rear bump-
er, on the ground or above the roof,
the entry function may not operate
properly. 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.
In places where automated payment fa-
cilities are installed (such as gas sta-
tions).
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 discharged. To re-
place the battery, see “—Replacing bat-
tery” on page 25 in this Section.
When the electronic key is near a
high− voltage or noise −emitting device.
When you are carrying an electronic
key together with a key for another
smart key system equipped vehicle or
another instrument emitting radio
waves.
Depending on the position of the key
or vehicle body shape the key may not
work well even within the actuation
area.
When the key surface is covered by a
sticker, etc. that may cut off electro-
magnetic wave.
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.