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Before driving
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if a 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.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.
Vehicles without a smart
entry & start system
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi-
cate that the system is operat-
ing.
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.
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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Vehicles with a 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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Double locking system
Setting the double locking system
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the engine switch
off, have all the passengers exit the vehicle and ensure that all the
doors are closed.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off, have all the passengers exit the vehicle and ensure
that all the doors are closed.
Using the entry function (vehicles with a smart entry & start system):
Touch the sensor area on the outside door handle twice within 5 sec-
onds.
Using the wireless remote control: Press twice within 5 sec-
onds.
Canceling the double locking system
Using the entry function (vehicles with a smart entry & start system):
Hold either front outside door handle or push up the back door
opener switch.
Using the wireless remote control: Press .
: If equipped
Unauthorized access to the vehicle is prevented by disabling the
door unlocking function from both the interior and exterior of the
vehicle.
Vehicles employing this sys-
tem have labels on the win-
dow glass of both front doors.
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Before driving
Alarm
: If equipped
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forced
entry is detected.
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm
is set:
A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than
using the entry function (vehicles with a smart entry & start
system) or wireless remote control. (The doors will lock again
automatically.)
The hood is opened.
Setting the alarm system
Close the doors and hood,
and lock all the doors using
the entry function (vehicles
with a smart entry & start sys-
tem) or wireless remote con-
trol. The system will be set
automatically after 30 sec-
onds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.
Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
Unlock the doors using the entry function (vehicles with a
smart entry & start system) or wireless remote control.
Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)
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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following.
Nobody is in the vehicle.
The windows are closed before the alarm is set.
No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
Vehicles without a smart entry & start
system: The doors are unlocked using
the key.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start sys-
tem: The doors are unlocked using the
mechanical key.
A person inside the vehicle opens a
door or the hood.
The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.
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1-7. Safety information
Before driving
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.
“PASSENGER AIR BAG”
indicator
Vehicles without a 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 a 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
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Deactivating the front seat passenger airbag
Vehicles without a 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 a smart entry &
start system
Insert the mechanical key into
the cylinder and turn to the
“OFF” position.
The “OFF” indicator light turns on
(only when the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON
mode).
“PASSENGER AIR BAG” indicator information
If any of the following problems occur, 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 light does not change when the airbag manual on-off switch
is switched to “ON” or “OFF”.
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 158
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with a smart
entry & start system)....... 173
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without a smart
entry & start system)....... 182
Multidrive .......................... 186
Manual Transmission ....... 192
Turn signal lever ............... 195
Parking brake ................... 196
Horn .................................. 197
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 198
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 204
Multi-information
display ............................ 2102-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch................ 213
Fog light switch ................. 219
Windshield wiper and
washer ............................ 221
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 227
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Stop & Start system .......... 229
Cruise control.................... 236
Driving assist systems ...... 240
Diesel particulate filter
system ............................ 246
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 248
Winter driving tips ............. 250
Trailer towing .................... 254