Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system) Ignition switch (Engine switch) Starting the engine Engine How to start the engine Starting the engine Pull the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set. (Using the manual mode) The parking brake indicator will come on. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Firmly depress the brake pedal. Turn the engine switch to START to start the engine. Note: If the engine does not start The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (Engine immobilizer system) Contact your Toyota dealer. Steering lock Column lock release When the steering lock cannot be released When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in OFF. To free it, turn the key while turning the steering wheel slightly left and right. When “ Check Fuel Cap” is displayed on the multi-information display When “Check Fuel Cap” is displayed on the multi-information display 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. Notice: 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 vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately. Ignition switch (Engine switch) Changing the engine switch positions Engine switch Changing the engine switch positions Changing the engine switch positions OFF (“ LOCK” position) The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in P.) ACC (“ ACC” position) Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. ON (“ ON” position) All electrical components can be used. START (“ START” position) For starting the engine. Note: Turning the key from ACC to OFF Shift the shift lever to P. Push in the key and turn it to OFF. Key reminder function A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in OFF or ACC to remind you to remove the key. Warning: Caution when driving Do not turn the engine switch to OFF while driving. If, in an emergency and you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the engine switch only to ACC to stop the engine. An accident may result if the engine is stopped while driving. (If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency) Notice: To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time without the engine running.