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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Before driving
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Push button start
Starting and stopping the hybrid system can be performed simply by
carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your
pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Electronic key
: If equipped
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Key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the push button start or the wire-
less remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. (P. 397)
If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the
hybrid system stops. (P. 441)
To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 m
(3 ft.) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field.
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the
key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly.
Alarms and warning messages
P. 5 1
If the push button start does not operate properly
Starting the hybrid system: P. 472
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 397
Customization that can be configured at any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
It is possible to deactivate the push button start.
(Customizable features P. 504)
