2012 TOYOTA AURIS remote start

1583-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situa-
tions, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control
and immobilizer system 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

1593-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
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Operation of each component
Note for the entry function
Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas),
the system may not operate properly in the following cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near
the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to
the rear bumper center when the back door is opened.
• Except hybrid model: The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear
package tray or floor, or in the door pockets or glove box when the engine
is started or engine switch modes are changed.
Hybrid model: The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear pack-
age tray or floor, or in the door pockets or glove box when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or power switch modes are changed.
Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the
door pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave recep-
tion conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the
door will become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic
key inside the vehicle.
As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be
locked or unlocked by anyone. However, only the doors detecting the elec-
tronic key can be used to unlock the vehicle.
Except hybrid model: Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it
may be possible to start the engine if the electronic key is near the window.
Hybrid model: Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be
possible to start the hybrid system if the electronic key is near the window.
The doors may unlock or lock if a large amount of water splashes on the
door handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is
within the effective range. (The doors will automatically be locked after
approximately 30 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)
If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic
key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be
unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock
the doors.)

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

1943-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)Certification for the wireless remote control (vehicles without a smart
entry & start system or push button start)

2003-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function (if
equipped), wireless remote control or door lock switches.
Entry function (if equipped)
P. 1 5 1
Wireless remote control
P. 1 9 1
Key
Turning the key operates the doors as follows:
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system or push button start
Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system or push button start
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key.
(P. 670)
Door lock switches
Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors
Side doors
Unlocking and locking the doors
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