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For safety and security
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
●The doors are unlocked using the key
and are opened.
● A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or hood.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
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1193-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
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■Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/
unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
■ Door lock buzzer (some models of type B)
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds for 1 second.
■ Panic mode (type B)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Alarm (type B)
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
(→ P. 89)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic 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
■ Key battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( →P. 406)
When is pressed for longer than
about 1 second, an alarm will sound inter-
mittently and the vehicle lights will flash to
deter any person from trying to break into
or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the
wireless remote control.
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4066-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Wireless remote control batter y∗
●Flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2016
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
Remove the module.
∗: If equipped
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery
1
2
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Maintenance and care
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Remove the battery cover and
the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.
■Use a CR2016 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The wireless remote control will not function properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
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CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
■
Certification for the key battery
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
● Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.
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522What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your keys, new genuine keys can be made by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional. ( →P. 1 1 4 )
● Is the key battery weak or depleted? ( →P. 406)
● The function may not operate properly due to the condition
of the radio wave. ( →P. 1 1 9 )
● Is the rear door child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle
when the lock is set. Open the rear door from outside and
then unlock the rear door child-protector lock. ( →P. 131)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
(vehicles with wireless remote control)
The rear door cannot be opened
(vehicles with rear door child-protector lock)
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523What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Vehicles with manual transmission
Do you turn the key with the clutch pedal depressed firmly?
(→ P. 183)
● Vehicles with automatic transmission
Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 183)
● Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 185)
● Is the battery discharged? ( →P. 478)
● Is the engine switch in the “ON” position?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake
pedal with the engine switch in the “ON” position: →P. 4 7 7
● It is locked to prevent theft of the vehicle if the key is
removed from the engine switch. ( →P. 185)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal (vehicles with automatic trans-
mission)
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
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528Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 63Airbag precautions .................. 53
Battery precautions ....... 392, 481
Child restraint system ............. 64
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 48
Installing child restraints.......... 75
Power window lock switch.................................. 150
Power window precautions ... 151
Rear door child-protectors .... 131
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 408
Seat belt precautions .............. 50
Seat heater precautions ........ 354
Child-protectors ....................... 131
Cigarette lighter ....................... 351
Cleaning............................ 364, 368 Aluminum wheels .................. 365
Exterior.................................. 364
Interior ................................... 368
Seat belts .............................. 369
Clock ......................................... 349
Clutch........................................ 511
Compass................................... 355
Condenser ................................ 389
Console box ............................. 343
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 482
Cruise control .......................... 214
Warning light ......................... 450
Cup holders .............................. 344
Curtain shield airbags ............... 51 Daytime running light
system .................................... 199
Deck hooks .............................. 347
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors...... 268
Rear window ......................... 268
Windshield .................... 255, 262
Diesel particulate filter
system .................................... 238Warning light ......................... 451
Differential Limited Slip Differential ......... 233
Oil ......................................... 511
Dimension ................................ 490
Display Multi-information display ....... 104
Trip information ..................... 106
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 374
Doors Door glasses ......................... 149
Door lock............................... 129
Open door warning light........ 452
Outside rear view mirrors...... 146
Rear door child-protectors .... 131
Side doors............................. 129
DPF Diesel particulate filter
system ................................ 238
Warning light ......................... 451
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 452
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 159
Correct posture ....................... 44
Procedures ........................... 156
Winter drive tips .................... 243D
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