2012 TOYOTA AURIS key battery

1623-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)Electronic key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.
Except hybrid model: If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the
cabin when the engine stops. (P. 594, 611)
Hybrid model: If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin
when the hybrid system stops. (P. 611)
As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi-
cate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery
when necessary. (P. 529)
• The smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not
operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
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
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 529
Customization
Settings (e. g. smart entry & start system) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 719)
If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized
setting
Locking and unlocking the doors:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (P. 191, 670)
Except hybrid model: Starting the engine and changing engine switch
modes: P. 671
Hybrid model: Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch
modes: P. 672
Except hybrid model: Stopping the engine: P. 260
Hybrid model: Stopping the hybrid system: P. 269

1793-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
Electronic Key battery-Saving Function
P. 157
Conditions affecting operation
The push button start uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected,
preventing the push button start, wireless remote control and immobilizer sys-
tem from operating properly: (Ways of coping: P. 670)
When the electronic key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices

1803-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)Electronic key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.
If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the hybrid
system stops. (P. 6 11 )
As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi-
cate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery
when necessary. (P. 529)
• The push button start or the wireless remote control does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
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
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
• Glass top ranges
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. 6 1 1
If the push button start does not operate properly
Starting the hybrid system: P. 268
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 529
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. 719)
If the push button start has been deactivated in a customized setting
Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch modes: P. 6 7 2
Stopping the hybrid system: P. 269

1923-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/
unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
Door lock buzzer (vehicles with a smart entry & start system)
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously for 5 seconds. Fully close the door to stop the
buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
Security feature
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
P. 151
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
(P. 103)
Conditions affecting operation
Type A
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
When the wireless key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facility
that generates strong radio waves
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless communi-
cation devices
When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object
When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as a
personal computer
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
Type B
P. 158, 179

1933-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
If the wireless remote control does not operate properly (type B)
Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key.
(P. 670)
Key battery depletion
Type A
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 529)
Type B
P. 162, 180
When the key battery is fully depleted
P. 529
Confirmation of the registered key number
The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for details.
Customization
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 719)

2644-2. Driving procedures
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
Auto power off function
Vehicles with a Multidrive
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode or IGNITION ON mode (the engine
is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the engine
switch will automatically turn off.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode or IGNITION ON mode (the engine
is not running) for more than an hour, the engine switch will automatically turn
off.
However, this function cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge. Do
not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode for long periods of time when the engine is not running.
Electronic key battery depletion
P. 162
Conditions affecting operation
P. 158
Notes for the entry function
P. 159
If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 91)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Vehicles with a Multidrive: Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The
engine may not start if the shift lever is displaced out of P.
Vehicles without a multi-information display
The smart entry & start system indicator light (green) will flash quickly.
Vehicles with a multi-information display
“Shift to P position to Start” will be displayed on the multi-information dis-
play.
Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

2654-2. Driving procedures
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
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Driving
When the steering lock cannot be released
Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.
In this case, refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning.
If the system is malfunctioning
P. 600
If the electronic key battery is depleted
P. 529
Operation of the engine switch
When operating the engine switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the
switch is pressed improperly, the engine may not start or the engine switch
mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
If attempting to restart the engine immediately after turning the engine
switch off, the engine may not start in some cases. After turning the engine
switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the engine.
If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized
setting
P. 670 Vehicles without a multi-information dis-
play: The smart entry & start system indi-
cator light (green) will flash quickly.
Vehicles with a multi-information display:
“Steering Lock active” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P (Multi-
drive). Press the engine switch while turn-
ing the steering wheel left and right.

2714-2. Driving procedures
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
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Driving
Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode or ON mode (the hybrid system is
not operating) for more than an hour with the shift position in P, the power
switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely pre-
vent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the power switch
in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods of time when the hybrid system
is not operating.
Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P. 8 3
Electronic key battery depletion
P. 162, 180
When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving con-
ditions
It may take time until the “READY” indicator comes on.
Conditions affecting operation
P. 158, 179
Notes for the entry function
P. 159
If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 99)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
When “CHECK ENTRY & START SYSTEM” will be displayed on the multi-
information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional immediately.
If the “READY” indicator does not come on
If the “READY” indicator does not come on when you press the power switch
with the brake pedal depressed, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P. 599
If the electronic key battery is depleted
P. 529