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Vehicles with smart entry & start system: 
The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned off 
to indicate that the system is operating. 
The indicator light stops flashing after the engine switch has been 
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to indicate that the 
system has been canceled.
■ 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
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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For safety and security
Alar m
The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is 
detected. 
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is 
set:
Models for model code destination Blank* (except for Kazakhstan, 
Kyrgyzstan and Russia) 
● A locked door is opened in any way other than using the entry func- 
tion (vehicles with smart entry & start system), wireless remote con- 
trol or mechanical key. 
● The hood is opened.
Models for model code destination Blank (for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz- 
stan and Russia) and W*
● A locked door is opened in any way other than using the entry func- 
tion (vehicles with smart entry & start system) or wireless remote 
control. 
● The hood is opened.
*: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model 
your vehicle is. ( P.  1 2 )
: If equipped
The alarm 
         
        
        
     
        
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Close the doors and hood, and 
lock all the doors using the entry 
function (vehicles with smart entry 
& start system) or wireless remote 
control. The system will be set 
automatically after 30 seconds. 
Models for model code destination 
Blank* (except for Kazakhstan, 
Kyrgyzstan and Russia): The 
alarm can also be set using the 
mechanical key.
The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is 
set.
*: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model 
your vehicle is. ( P.  1 2 )
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:
Models for model code destination Blank* (except for Kazakhstan, 
Kyrgyzstan and Russia) 
● Unlock the doors. 
● Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a 
few seconds.)
Models for model code destination Blank (for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz- 
stan and Russia) and W*
● Unlock the doors using the entry function (vehicles with smart 
entry & start system) or the wireless remote control. 
● Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a 
few seconds.)
*: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model 
your vehicle is. ( P.  1 2 )
Setting the alarm system
Deactivating or stopping the alarm 
         
        
        
     
        
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For safety and security
■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.)
*: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model 
your vehicle is. ( P.  1 2 ) 
● Models for model code destination Blank 
(for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Rus- 
sia) and W*: The doors are unlocked 
using the key and are opened. 
● A person inside the vehicle opens a door 
or hood.
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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Operation of 
each component
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3-1. Key information 
Keys ................................... 146 
3-2. Opening, closing and  
locking the doors 
Side doors.......................... 151 
Access panels (smart-cab  
models only) .................... 157 
Tailgate .............................. 158 
Smart entry & start  
system ............................. 161 
3-3. Adjusting the seats 
Front seats ......................... 168 
Rear seats ......................... 170 
Head restraints .................. 173 
3-4. Adjusting the steering  
wheel and mirrors 
Steering wheel ................... 176 
Inside rear view mirror ....... 178 
Outside rear view  
mirrors ............................. 180 
3-5. Opening and closing  
the windows 
Power windows .................. 183 
Quarter windows  
(smart-cab models).......... 187 
         
        
        
     
        
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Keys
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Ty pe  A 
Master keys 
Va l e t  k e y 
Key number plate
Ty pe  B 
Master keys
Operating the wireless remote con- 
trol function ( P. 147)
Va l e t  k e y 
Key number plate
Type C (vehicles with smart entry & start system) 
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart entry & start 
system ( P. 161) 
• Operating the wireless remote 
control function ( P. 147)
Mechanical keys 
Key number plate 
Mechanical keys (supplemen- 
tary keys)
Locking and unlocking the tailgate 
( P. 158)
The keys
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2
3
1
2
3
1
2
3
4 
         
        
        
     
        
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Operation of each component
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Vehicles without smart entry & start system 
Locks all the doors ( P. 151)
Check that the door is securely 
locked.
Unlocks all the doors ( P. 151) 
Sounds the alarm* ( P. 148)
*: If equipped
Vehicles with smart entry & start system 
Locks all the doors ( P. 151)
Check that the door is securely 
locked.
Unlocks all the doors ( P. 151) 
Releasing
To release the key, press the but- 
ton.
Folding
To stow the key back in its case,
push the key back to the stowed
position while pressing the button.
Wireless remote control (if equipped)
1
2
3
1
2
Using the master key (type B)
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2 
         
        
        
     
        
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To take out the mechanical key, 
slide the release lever and take 
the key out.
The mechanical key can only be 
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one side. 
If the key cannot be inserted in a 
lock cylinder, turn it over and re-
attempt to insert it. 
After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the 
mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key bat-
tery is depleted or the entry func tion does not operate properly, you will 
need the mechanical key. ( P. 600)
■Panic mode (if equipped) 
■ When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant 
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( P. 457)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system 
Carry the master key for your own use and provide the attendant with the 
valet key.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system 
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with 
the electronic key only. If there is the supplementary key, carry the supple- 
mentary key for your own use as well as the mechanical key.
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart entry & start sys- 
tem)
When   is pressed for longer than 
about one second, an alarm will sound 
intermittently 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.