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1031-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■ Opening the moon roof
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.
● Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.
● Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
■ Closing the moon roof
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations.
In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a
child operate the moon roof. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to have body parts caught in the moon roof.
● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their bod-
ies in a position where they could be caught when the moon roof is being
operated.
● Vehicles with smart key system:
When exiting the vehicle, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off,
carry the key and exit the vehicle along with the child. There may be acci-
dental operation, due to mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an acci-
dent.
Vehicles without smart key system:
When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position,
carry the key and exit the vehicle along with the child. There may be acci-
dental operation, due to mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an acci-
dent.
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
■ Before refueling the vehicle
● Vehicles with a smart key system
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off and ensure that
all the doors and windows are closed.
● Vehicles without a smart key system
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and ensure that
all the doors and windows are closed.
● Confirm the type of fuel. ( P. 626)
■ Opening the fuel tank cap
Pull up the opener to open the
fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.STEP 1
STEP 2
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system The vehicle’s keys have built-in tr ansponder 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 with smart key sys-
tem:
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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1131-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) ■ 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 and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.■ 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 smart
key system) or the wire less remote control.
● Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)
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VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
■ Starting the engine
P. 173, 177
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to “D”.
( P. 180)
Release the parking brake. ( P. 186)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently push the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the shift lever in “D”, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake. When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift the
shift lever to “P” or “N”.
( P. 180)
■ Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in “D”, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 186)
Shift the shift lever to “P”. ( P. 180) When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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1632-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Starting on a steep incline
Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to “D”.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
■ Starting off on a hill
Hill-start assist control will operate. ( P. 262)
■ Driving in the rain
● Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
● Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
● Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road
surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly. Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off and stop the
engine.
Vehicles without smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person. STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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1652-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■ When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine run-
ning. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■ When driving the vehicle
● Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident
that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the
vehicle only slightly, allowing you to depress the brake and accelerator
pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or st op the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is in a driving posi-
tion, or roll forward while the shift lever is in “R”.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
● If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and
check that the back door is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehi-
cle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a
serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
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1732-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smar t key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the en gine or changes “ENGINE START
STOP” switch modes.
■ Starting the 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. The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch. The engine can be started
from any “ENGINE START
STOP” switch mode.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started. The engine will
crank until it starts or for up to
30 seconds, whichever is less.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4