2015 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK Owners Manual

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“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.
■ Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).
( P. 193, 198)
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 76)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Changing engine switch positions
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2
3
4
Push in the key and turn it to the
“LOCK” position.
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■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly left and
right.
WARNING
■ When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn
the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident
may result if the engine is stopped while driving. ( P. 421)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri-
ods of time without the engine running.
■ When starting the engine
● Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may
overheat the starter and wiring system.
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately.

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smar t entr y & start system)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P (Multidrive) or N (manual trans-
mission).
Firmly depress the brake pedal (Multidrive) or clutch pedal (manual
transmission).
The smart entry & start system indicator (green) will turn on.
If the indicator light does not turn on, the engine cannot be started.
Press the engine switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seconds, whichever
is less.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal (Multidrive) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission) until the
engine is completely started.
Diesel engine only: The
indicator turns on. The engine will
start after the indicator light goes
out.
The engine can be started from
any engine switch mode.
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch mode.
Starting the engine
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Stop the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).
Set the parking brake. ( P. 203)
Press the engine switch.
Release the brake pedal (Multidrive) or clutch pedal (manual trans-
mission) and check that the smart entry & start system indicator
(green) is off.
Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake
pedal (Multidrive) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) released.
(The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Off*
The emergency flashers can be
used.
The smart entry & start system
indicator (green) is off.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
The smart entry & start system
indicator (green) flashes slowly.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
The smart entry & start system
indicator (green) flashes slowly.
*: Vehicles with a Multidrive: If the shift lever is in a position other than P
when turning off the engine, the engine switch will be turned to ACCES-
SORY mode, not to off.
Stopping the engine
Changing engine switch modes
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If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P,
the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to
ACCESSORY mode. Perform the following procedure to turn the
switch off:
Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check that the smart entry & start system indicator (green) flashes
slowly and then press the engine switch once.
Check that the smart entry & start system indicator (green) is off.
■ Auto power off function
Vehicles with a Multidrive
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is
not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the engine
switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely pre-
vent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the
engine is not running.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is
not running) for more than an hour, the engine switch will automatically turn
off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not
leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode for long periods of time when the engine is not running.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 108
■ Conditions affecting operation
 P. 132
■ Notes for the entry function
 P. 133
When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other
than P (Multidrive)
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■ If the engine does not start
● The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 76)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
■ Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
Press the engine switch while turning the steering wheel left and right.
■ Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.
In this case, refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning.
■ If the system is malfunctioning
 P. 435
■ If the electronic key battery is depleted
 P. 394
● On vehicles with a Multidrive, check that
the shift lever is securely set in P. The
engine may not start if the shift lever is
displaced out of P. The smart entry &
start system indicator (green) will flash
quickly.
The smart entry & start system indicator
(green) will flash quickly.
Vehicles with a Multidrive
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Press the engine switch while turning the
steering wheel left and right.
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■ Operation of the engine switch
When operating the engine switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the
switch is pressed improperly, the engi ne may not start or the engine switch
mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
■ If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized
setting
 P. 516
WARNING
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the
doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the
steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
■ Stopping the engine in an emergency
If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle,
press and hold the engine switch for more than 3 seconds, or press it briefly
3 times or more in succession. ( P. 421)
However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. Turning the engine switch off while driving will not cause loss of
steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be
lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull
over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

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NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
● Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
for long periods of time without the engine running.
● If the smart entry & start system indicator (green) is illuminated, the engine
switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always check that the engine
switch is off.
● On vehicles with a Multidrive, do not stop the engine when the shift lever is
in a position other than P. If the engine is stopped in another shift lever
position, the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to
ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode, battery
discharge may occur.
■ When starting the engine
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately.
■ Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately.