Power (ignition) switch

Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the EV system or changes power switch modes.

Smart key system Starting the EV system

Power switch Starting the EV system

Ignition switch (power switch) Starting the EV system

EV system How to start the EV system

EV system Starting the EV system Starting the EV system

Check that the charging cable is disconnected. (How to use AC charging, How to use DC charging)

Pull the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set. (Parking brake)

The parking brake indicator will come on.

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.If it is not displayed, the EV system cannot be started.When the shift position is N, the EV system cannot start. Shift the shift position to P when starting the EV system. (Shift position display and how to change the shift position)

Press the power switch shortly and firmly.

When operating the power switch, one short, firm press is enough. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.

If the “ READY” indicator turns on, the EV system will operate normally.

Continue depressing the brake pedal until the “ READY” indicator is illuminated.

The EV system can be started from any power switch mode.

Check that the “ READY” indicator is illuminated.

The vehicle cannot be driven if the “ READY” indicator is off.

Note:

Power switch illumination

According to the situation, the power switch illumination operates as follows.

When driver’s door or front passenger’s door is opened, the power switch illumination illuminates.

When the power switch is in OFF and depressing the brake pedal with carrying the electronic key on your person, the power switch illumination blinks.

When the power switch is in ACC or ON, the power switch illumination illuminates.

When the power switch mode is changed from ACC or ON to OFF, the power switch illumination illuminates for a certain amount of time. Afterwards, the power switch illumination turns off.

If the EV system does not start

The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (Immobilizer system)Contact your Toyota dealer.

The charging cable may be connected to the vehicle. (Safety functions)

If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

If the door is unlocked with the mechanical key, the EV system cannot be started using the smart key system. Refer to Starting the EV system to start the EV system. However, if the electronic key is carried inside the vehicle and the doors are locked (Unlocking and locking the doors from the inside), the EV system can be started.

When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving conditions

When starting the EV system, the flashing time of the “ READY” indicator may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “ READY” indicator is steady on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.

When the traction battery is extremely cold (below approximately -22°F [-30°C]) under the influence of the outside temperature, it may not be possible to start the EV system. In this case, try to start the EV system again after the temperature of the traction battery increases due to the outside temperature increase, etc.

Sounds and vibrations specific to an battery electric vehicle

If the 12-volt battery is discharged

The EV system cannot be started using the smart key system. Refer to Restarting the EV system to restart the EV system.

Electronic key battery depletion

Conditions affecting operation

Note for the entry function

If “ Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

If the “ READY” indicator does not come on

In the event that the “ READY” indicator does not come on even after performing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.

If the EV system is malfunctioning

Warning message

Electronic key battery

Operation of the power switch

If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may not change or the EV system may not start.

If attempting to restart the EV system immediately after turning the power switch to OFF, the EV system may not start in some cases. After turning the power switch to OFF, please wait a few seconds before restarting the EV system.

Customization

If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting, refer to Starting the EV system.

Warning:

When starting the EV system

Always start the EV system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the EV system under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

Notice:

When starting the EV system

If the EV system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power switch

If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately.

Stopping the EV system

Stop the vehicle completely.

Set the parking brake. (Parking brake)

Press the P position switch. (Shift position display and how to change the shift position)

Check that the shift position indicator shows P and the parking brake indicator is illuminated.

Press the power switch.

The EV system will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished (the shift position indicator will be extinguished a few seconds after the meter display).

Release the brake pedal and check that “ ACCESSORY” or “ POWER ON” is not shown on the meter.

Note:

Automatic EV system shut off feature

The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the EV system when the shift position is in P with the EV system operating for an extended period.

The EV system will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it has been left operating while the shift position is in P.

The timer for the automatic EV system shut off feature will reset if the brake pedal is depressed or if the shift position is in a position other than P.

After the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock switch (Using the door lock switches) from the inside or the mechanical key (Locking and unlocking the doors) from the outside, the automatic EV system shut off feature will be disabled. The timer for the automatic EV system shut off feature will be re-enabled if the driver’s door is opened.

When the shift control system malfunctions

When attempting to turn the power switch off while there is a malfunction in the shift control system, the power switch mode may change to ACC. In this case, ACC may be turned off by applying the parking brake and pressing the power switch again.If there is a malfunction in the system, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Automatic P position selection function

Warning:

Stopping the EV system in an emergency

If you want to stop the EV system in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. (If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency)However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emergency. Turning the EV system off while driving will not cause a loss of steering or braking control. However, power assist for the steering wheel may be lost making it difficult to steer smoothly before stopping the vehicle depending on the remaining charge in the 12-volt battery or usage conditions. In this situation, you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

If the power switch is operated while the vehicle is running, a warning message will be shown on the multi-information display and a buzzer sounds.

When restarting the EV system after an emergency shutdown, press the power switch shortly and firmly.

Power switch Changing the power switch modes

Ignition switch (power switch) Changing the power switch modes

EV system ACC Changing power switch modes

Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

“ ACCESSORY”

“ POWER ON”

OFF

The emergency flashers can be used.

ACC^*

Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used.

“ ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

All electrical components can be used.

“ POWER ON” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

Setting can be customized. (Power switch)

Note:

Power switch Auto power off function

Ignition switch (power switch) Auto power off function Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACC for more than 20 minutes or ON (the EV system is not operating) for more than 20 minutes with the shift position in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent the 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the power switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time when the EV system is not operating.

Notice:

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the power switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time without the EV system on.

If “ ACCESSORY” or “ POWER ON” is displayed on the multi-information display, the power switch is not in OFF. Exit the vehicle after turning the power switch to OFF.