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NOTICE
When using a key containing a trans-
ponder chip, observe the following
precautions:
When starting the engine, do not
use the key with a key ring resting
on the key grip and do not press
the key ring against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts.
When starting the engine, do not
use the key with other transponder
keys around (including keys of oth-
er vehicles) and do not press other
key plates against the key grip.
Otherwise the engine may not start,
or may stop soon after it starts. If
this happens, remove the key once
and then insert it again after remov-
ing other transponder keys (includ-
ing keys of other vehicles) from the
ring or while gripping or covering
them with your hand to start the
engine.Do not bend the key grip.
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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 stays on except
when the theft deterrent system is set-
ting or activating. (See “Theft deterrent
system” on page 49 in this Section.)
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).
Even if the key battery is discharged, the
engine can be started. See “Smart key
system” on page 30 in this Section.When the system is canceled, the indica-
tor light will go off.
For your Toyota dealer to make you a
new key with built−in transponder chip,
your dealer will need your key number
and master key (vehicles with key cylin-
der−type ignition switch) or electronic key
(vehicles with smart key system). Howev-
er, there is a limit to the number of addi-
tional keys your Toyota dealer can make
for you.
NOTICE
Do not modify, remove or disas-
semble the engine immobilizer sys-
tem. If any unauthorized changes or
modifications are made, proper opera-
tion of the system cannot be guaran-
teed.
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Entry function
Start function
ENTRY FUNCTION AND START
FUNCTION
Simply 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 keyholes. For fur-
ther information, see “Side doors” on page
36 and “Trunk lid” on page 46 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 316 in Section
3.
If the smart key system does not oper-
ate properly because of a system mal-
function, consult your Toyota dealer.
Make sure to bring all of the keys. They
may be necessary to repair the system.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 316 in Section 3.
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2. Start function actuation area—Inside
of the cabin
The start function may not be acti-
vated, if the key is in the auxiliary box
of the driver ’s side instrument panel
and glove box, on the instrument pan-
el, on the package tray, on the floor,
etc.
In the following cases, the smart key
system 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 a electronic key
together with a mobile communications
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 28 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.
Even if the smart key system does not
operate properly, you can still enter and
start the engine. For further information,
see “Side doors” on page 36 and “Trunk
lid” on page 46 in this Section, and see
“How to start the engine” on page 316 in
Section 3.
STARTING THE ENGINE WHEN THE
ELECTRONIC KEY BATTERY IS
DISCHARGED
If the key indicator does not flash and
the engine cannot be started by using
the start function, the battery may be
discharged. Replace the key battery as
soon as possible. (See “Wireless re-
mote control” on page 20 in this Sec-
tion.)
However the engine can be started in the
following procedures.
1. While the brake pedal is depressed,
touch the Toyota logo side of the
electronic key to the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
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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
Both the vehicle and key transmitters are
always sending signals to each other. To
prevent battery drain, the smart key sys-
tem is automatically deactivated in the fol-
lowing conditions:
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 the door lock or unlock operation is
not performed more than 2 weeks.
The key and the vehicle are communicat-
ing even while the vehicle is not being
driven. Do not leave the key near the
vehicle (within 2 m [7 ft.]).
The vehicle battery may drain if the
vehicle is not used for a long period of
time. To prevent battery drain, disconnect
the battery negative (−) terminal or disable
the smart key system. (For details about
disable the smart key system, see
“DISABLING THE SMART KEY SYSTEM”
on page 36 in this Section.)To reactivate the smart key system, per-
form any of the following:
(a) Press the lock button on the front out-
side door handle or trunk open button
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 following
electrical appliances at least 1 m (3 ft.)
away from the electronic key.
TV
Personal computer
Cellular phone or cordless phone re-
charger unit
Electric light stand
Fluorescent desk light
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SETTING THE SYSTEM
1. Vehicles with key cylinder−type ignition
switch—The key is removed from the
ignition switch.
Vehicles with smart key system—The
ignition switch is turned off.
The engine immobilizer system is set and
the indicator light will start flashing. (For
details, see “Engine immobilizer system”
on page 18 in this Section.)
2. Have all passengers get out of the
vehicle.
3. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and
hood.The indicator light will remain on when all
the doors, trunk and hood are closed and
locked.
The theft deterrent system will automati-
cally be set after 30 seconds. When the
system is set, the indicator light will start
flashing again.
4. After making sure the indicator light
starts flashing, you may leave the ve-
hicle.
Never leave anyone in the vehicle when
you set the system, because unlocking
from the inside will activate the system.
WHEN THE SYSTEM IS SET
Activating the system
The system will sound the alarm under
the following conditions:
If any of the doors is unlocked or if
the trunk or hood is forcibly opened
without the key, wireless remote control
or entry function of the smart key sys-
tem.
If the battery terminal is disconnected
and then reconnected.
If the ignition is hotwired.
The indicator light will come on when the
system is activated.All the doors will be automatically locked
again when the following two conditions
are met:
If any of the doors is unlocked without
the key, wireless remote control or
entry function of the smart key system.
If the key is not in the ignition switch
(vehicles with key cylinder−type ignition
switch) or the ignition switch is set to
off (vehicles with smart key system).
After one minute, the alarm will automati-
cally stop and the indicator light will start
flashing again.
Reactivating the alarm
Once set, the system automatically resets
the alarm after the alarm stops.
The alarm will activate again under the
same circumstances described in
“Activating the system”.
Stopping the alarm
The alarm will be stopped by the following
three ways:
Set the ignition switch to ON.
Unlock any of the doors with the key
or wireless remote control.
Open the trunk with the key, wireless
remote control or entry function of the
smart key system.
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CANCELLING THE SYSTEM
The system will be cancelled by the
above mentioned 3 ways.
If the tail lights come on for 2 seconds,
the theft deterrent system has been
alarmed. Check to see if there is any
abnormality with your vehicle.
TESTING THE SYSTEM
1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the system as described above.
The doors should be locked with the
key, wireless remote control or entry
function of the smart key system. Be
sure to wait until the indicator light
starts flashing.
3. Unlock any door from the inside. The
system should activate the alarm.
4. Stop the alarm as described above.
5. Repeat this operation for the other
doors, trunk and hood. When testing
the hood, also check that the system
is activated when the battery terminal
is disconnected and then reconnected.
If the system does not work properly,
have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
This indicates that the fuel filler door
is on the left side of your vehicle.1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the
lever up.
When refueling, turn off the engine.
CAUTION
Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames when refueling.
The fumes are flammable.
When opening the cap, do not re-
move the cap quickly. In hot weath-
er, fuel under pressure could cause
injury by spraying out of the filler
neck if the cap is suddenly re-
moved.
Fuel tank cap
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To defog or defrost the rear window,
push the switch.
The ignition switch must be set at ON.
The thin heater wires on the inside of the
rear window will quickly clear the sur-
faces. An indicator light will illuminate to
indicate the defogger is operating.
On some models, heater panels in the
outside rear view mirrors will also quickly
clear the surfaces.
Push the switch once again to turn the
defogger off.
The system will automatically shut off
when the operation time has been com-
pleted. The operation time is between 15
minutes and 1 hour depending on the am-
bient temperature and vehicle speed.
CAUTION
Since the mirror surfaces can get hot
do not touch them when the defogger
switch is on.
Make sure you turn the defoggers off
when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the
defoggers on for a long time could cause
the battery to discharge, especially during
stop−and−go driving. The defoggers are
not designed for drying rain water or for
melting snow.
If the outside rear view mirrors are heavi-
ly coated with ice, use a spray de−icer
before operating the switch.
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the heater wires or connec-
tors.
With manual air conditioning controls
only—
When any of the following conditions oc-
curs, the indicator light on the switch may
flash and a motor sound may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
The ignition is set at ON after the bat-
tery is reconnected
Engine starting and stopping is re-
peated at short intervals
The engine is started with the low volt-
age battery