2012 TOYOTA IQ manual transmission

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart entr y & start system)
Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with a Multidrive: The
key can be removed only when
the shift lever is in P.)
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
Starting the engine
Multidrive
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.

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Turning the key from ACC to LOCK
Steering lock release
If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 108)
Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the ACC or LOCK position, to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Caution while driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the ACC position.
Shift the shift lever to P (Multid-
rive) or N (manual transmission).
(P. 185189)
Push in the key and turn to the
LOCK position.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the LOCK posi-
tion. To free it, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel slightly in either direc-
tion.

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Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the clutch pedal.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green. If the
indicator does not turn green, the engine cannot be started.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
The engine can be started
from any “ENGINE START
STOP” switch mode.
The engine will crank until it
starts or for up to 30 seconds,
whichever is less. If you press
and hold the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch, the engine will
keep cranking for about 30
seconds maximum.
Continue depressing the clutch
pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started.

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Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode
Modes can be changed by pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch with the brake pedal (vehicles with a Multidrive) or clutch
pedal (vehicles with a manual transmission) released. (The mode
changes each time the switch is pressed.)
OFF
*
Emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can
be used.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator turns amber.
*: For vehicles with a Multid-
rive, if the shift lever is in a
position other than P when
turning off the engine, the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch will be turned to
ACCESSORY mode, not to
OFF.

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Auto power OFF function
Multidrive
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or
IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour
with the shift lever in P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will automati-
cally turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery dis-
charge. Do not leave the vehicle with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the
engine is not running.
Manual transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or
IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour, the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the engine is not
running.
“ENGINE START STOP” switch operation
When operating the “ENGINE START STOP” switch, push it quickly and
firmly. If the switch is not pushed firmly, the mode may not change or the
engine may not start. Furthermore, if the switch is pushed quickly and firmly,
there is no need to hold it down.
If the electronic key does not operate properly
P. 427
Electronic key battery depletion
P. 4 3
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 357
Conditions affecting operation
P. 6 1
Note for the entry function
P. 4 4

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Manual transmission
: If equipped
Shifting the shift lever
5-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and
then release the clutch pedal slowly.
6-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and
then release the clutch pedal slowly.

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Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 193)Slip indicator
(P. 2 2 5 )
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 212)VSC OFF indicator
(P. 2 2 5 )
Tail light indicator
(P. 211)TRC OFF indicator
(P. 2 2 5 )
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 216)Airbag manual on-off
indicator (P. 159)
Rear fog light indicator
(P. 216)Airbag manual on-off
indicator (P. 159)
(vehicles with a
Multidrive)
Shift position and gear
position indicators
(P. 205)
(vehicles with a
Multidrive)
Eco Driving Indicator
Light (P. 167, 209)
(vehicles with a
manual
transmission)
Gear Shift Indicator
(P. 190)
(if equipped)
Theft deterrent system
indicator (P. 1 1 9 )
Low engine coolant
temperature indicator
Indicates the engine
coolant temperature is
cool.
*1,2
*1
*1
*3
*4
*1
*1

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When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit-
able to road conditions.
When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or to 1
or R (manual transmission) without setting the parking brake
and then chock the tires. The parking brake may freeze up, pre-
venting it from being released. If necessary, block the wheels to
prevent inadvertent sliding or creeping.