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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Vehicles with manual air conditioning system
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: The indicator
light flashes after the key has
been removed from the
engine switch to indicate that
the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.
Vehicles with smart entry &
start system: The indicator
light flashes after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned OFF
to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
to ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.

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Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: The indicator
light flashes after the key has
been removed from the
engine switch to indicate that
the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.
Vehicles with smart entry &
start system: The indicator
light flashes after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned OFF
to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
to ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.

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Airbag manual on-off system
This system deactivates the front passenger airbag.
Only deactivate the airbags when using a child restraint system on
the front passenger seat.
Vehicles with manual air conditioning system
“PASSENGER AIRBAG”
indicator
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: This indicator
light turns on when the airbag
system is on (Only when the
engine switch is in the “ON”
position.)
Vehicles with smart entry &
start system: This indicator
light turns on when the airbag
system is on (Only when the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.)
Airbag manual on-off switch
Type A
Type B

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Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system
“PASSENGER AIRBAG”
indicator
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: This indicator
light turns on when the airbag
system is on (Only when the
engine switch is in the “ON”
position.)
Vehicles with smart entry &
start system: This indicator
light turns on when the airbag
system is on (Only when the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.)
Airbag manual on-off switch
Type A
Type B

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Deactivating the front passenger airbag
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: Insert the key into
the cylinder and turn to the
“OFF” position.
The “OFF” indicator light turns on
(Only when the engine switch is
in the “ON” position.)
Vehicles with smart entry & start
system: Insert the mechanical
key into the cylinder and rotate to
the “OFF” position.
The “OFF” indicator light turns on
(Only when the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.)
“PASSENGER AIRBAG” indicator information
If any of the following problems occurs, it is possible that there is a malfunc-
tion in the system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Neither “ON” nor “OFF” comes on.
The indicator does not change when the airbag manual on-off switch is
switched to the “ON” or “OFF” position.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 172
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
entry & start system)....... 186
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)....... 190
Multidrive .......................... 196
Automatic transmission .... 202
Manual transmission......... 209
Turn signal lever ............... 213
Parking brake ................... 214
Horn .................................. 216
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 217
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 222
Multi-information display ... 226
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 239
Fog light switch ................. 244
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 246
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 2512-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.................... 252
Speed limiter ..................... 256
Toyota parking
assist-sensor .................. 259
Driving assist systems ...... 267
Hill-start assist control....... 273
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 275
Winter driving tips ............. 278
Trailer towing .................... 282

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart entr y & start system)
Starting the engine
Multidrive (gasoline engine)
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.
Automatic transmission (diesel engine)
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 “ON” position.
indicator light turns on.
After indicator light goes out, turn the engine switch
to the “START” position and start the engine.
Manual transmission (gasoline engine)
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.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start
the engine.

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Manual transmission (diesel engine)
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.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
indicator light turns on.
After indicator light goes out, turn the engine switch
to the “START” position and start the engine.
Engine (ignition) switch
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with a Multidrive or
an automatic transmission:
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.