2017 TOYOTA MIRAI fuel system

3808-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If “Shifting to [D] or [R] Position Unavailable Try to Shift after FC System
has Started” is displayed
When the power switch is in ON mode (“READY” indicator switched off), a
warning message is displayed when trying to shift the shift position to R or D,
or shift to Br mode.
After starting the fuel cell system, shift the shift position to R or D, or shift to Br
mode.
■ If “Shifting Unavailable Press Brake Pedal before Shifting” is displayed
A warning message is displayed when attempting to shift the shift position
without depressing the brake pedal.
Depress the brake pedal and shift the sh ift position when changing it from P.
■ If “Shifted to [N] Position Stop Your Vehicle before Shifting to [D]” is dis-
played
While the vehicle is moving backward, a warning message is displayed when
attempting to shift the shift position to D.
The shift position is changed to N.
Shift the shift position after stopping the vehicle.
■ If “Shifted to [N] Position Stop Your Vehicle before Shifting to [R]” is dis-
played
When the vehicle is moving forward, a warning message is displayed when
attempting to shift the shift position to R.
The shift position is changed to N.
Shift the shift position after stopping the vehicle.
■ If “Shifted to [N] Position To Shift to [P], Stop Your Vehicle and Press [P]
Switch” is displayed
When the vehicle is moving, a warning message is displayed when the P
position switch is operated and attempting to shift the shift position t\
o P.
The shift position is changed to N.
Operate the P position switch after the vehicle has been brought to a com-
plete stop.
■ If “Smart Entry & Start System Malf unction See Owner’s Manual” is dis-
played
→P. 133
■ Warning buzzer
→P. 374

3818-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If you have a flat tire
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift position to P.
● Stop the fuel cell system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. ( →P. 360)
Your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, but instead is
equipped with an emergency tire puncture repair kit.
A puncture caused by a nail or screw passing through the tire
tread can be repaired temporarily using the emergency tire
puncture repair kit. (The kit contains a bottle of sealant. The
sealant can be used only once to temporarily repair one tire
without removing the nail or screw from the tire.)
After temporarily repairing the tire with the repair kit, have the
tire repaired or replaced by your Toyota dealer.
WARNING
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If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving, even a short distance, with a flat tire can damage the tire, the
wheel, and other parts beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before repairing the tire

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When trouble arises
Attach the 2 stickers as shown.
Remove any dirt and moisture
from the wheel before attaching
the sticker.
Check the specified tire inflation
pressure.
Tire inflation pressure is specified
on the label as shown. (→P. 421)
Start the fuel cell system. ( →P. 172)
To inject the sealant and inflate
the tire, turn the compressor
switch on.
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3968-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the fuel cell system will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( →P. 398)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The fuel door may be open. ( →P. 201)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
( → P. 72)
● There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.
* (→ P. 378)
● The fuel cell system may be malf unctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key ba ttery depletion or a blown fuse.
However, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim mea-
sure is available to start the fuel cell system. ( →P. 177, 397)
● The electronic key may be in battery-saving mode. ( →P. 133)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position from P to another position.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 401)
● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(→ P. 328)
Reasons for the fuel cell system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the follo wing and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The fuel cell system will not start even though the correct start-
ing procedure is being followed. ( →P. 172)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 401)
● One or both of the 12-volt batter y terminals may be disconnected.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the fuel cell system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to star t the fuel cell system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in case of emergency.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the fuel cell system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
The interior lights and headlight s do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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3988-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the electronic key does not operate
properly
■Doors
Use the mechanical key
(→ P. 117) in order to perform
the following operations
(driver’s door only):
Locks all doors
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward
unlocks the driver’s door. Turn-
ing the key once again unlocks
the other doors.
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Tr u n k
Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted ( →P. 134) or the electronic key cannot be used
because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wire-
less remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors
can be opened and the fuel cell system can be started by follow-
ing the procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors

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When trouble arises
■Key linked functions
Depress the brake pedal.
Touch the power switch with the
Toyota emblem side of the elec-
tronic key facing away from the
switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
power switch will turn to ON mode.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the power switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal
and check that message is dis-
played on the multi-information
display.
Press the power switch.
In the event that the fuel cell syst em still cannot be started, contact
your Toyota dealer.
Closes the windows* (turn and hold)
Opens the windows
* (turn and hold)
*: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer. ( →P. 437)
Starting the fuel cell system
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4008-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Stopping the fuel cell system
Shift the shift position to P and press the power switch as you normally do
when stopping the fuel cell system.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(→P. 353)
■ Alarm
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. ( →P. 75)
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features →P. 436)
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(→P. 133)
■ Changing power switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step above.
The fuel cell system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. (→P. 174)
WARNING
■ When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows
Operate the power window after checking to make sure that there is no pos-
sibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the win-
dow.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to get caught in the power window.
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