Toyota Hilux (2017 year). Manual - part 14

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Vehicles without smart entry &
start system:
Insert the key into the cylinder and
turn to the “OFF” position.

The OFF indicator light turns on
(only when the engine switch is in
the “ON” position).

Vehicles with smart entry & start
system:
Insert the mechanical key into the cylinder and rotate to the “OFF”
position.

The OFF indicator light turns on (only when the engine switch is in
IGNITION ON mode).

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“PASSENGER AIR BAG” indicator lights information
If any of the following problems occur, it is possible that there is a malfunction
in the system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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Neither “ON” nor “OFF” comes on.

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The indicator light does not change when the airbag manual on-off switch is
switched to “ON” or “OFF”.

Deactivating the front seat passenger airbag

WARNING

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When installing a child restraint system
For safety reasons, always install the child restraint system in a rear seat. In
the event that the rear seat cannot be used, the front seat can be used as
long as the airbag manual on-off system is set to “OFF”.
If the airbag manual on-off system is left on, the strong impact of the airbag
deployment (inflation) may cause serious injury or even death.

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When a child restraint system is not installed on the front passenger
seat
Ensure that the airbag manual on-off system is set to “ON”.
If it is left off, the airbag may not deploy in the event of an accident, which
may result in serious injury or even death.

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Riding with children

● It is recommended that children sit in the rear seats (if equipped) to

avoid accidental contact with the shift lever, wiper switch etc.

● Use the rear door child-protector lock (double-cab models only) or

the window lock switch (vehicles with power windows) to avoid chil-
dren opening the door while driving or operating the power window
accidentally.

● Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or

pinch body parts, such as the power window (if equipped), hood,
tailgate (if equipped), seats etc.

Observe the following precautions when children are in the vehi-
cle.
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the
child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat
belt.

WARNING

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Child restraint systems

Points to remember.................................................................  P. 65
Child restraint system .............................................................  P. 67
When using a child restraint system .......................................  P. 70
Child restraint system installation method

• Fixed with a seat belt (except for Kazakhstan) ...................  P. 73
• Fixed with a seat belt (for Kazakhstan) ................................ P. 82
• Fixed with an ISOFIX rigid anchor 

(if equipped except for Kazakhstan)....................................  P. 89

• Fixed with an ISOFIX rigid anchor (for Kazakhstan) ............ P. 97
• Using an anchor bracket (for top strap) (if equipped)........  P. 104

● Prioritize and observe the warnings, as well as the laws and regula-

tions for child restraint systems.

● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appro-

priate to the age and size of the child.

● Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child

becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.

Before installing a child restraint system in the vehicle, there are
precautions that need to be observed, different types of child
restraint systems, as well as installation methods, etc., written in
this manual.

● Use a child restraint system when riding with a small child that

can not properly use a seat belt. For the child’s safety, install the
child restraint system to a rear seat. Be sure to follow the installa-
tion method that is in the operation manual enclosed with the
restraint system.

● Except for Kazakhstan: The use of a Toyota genuine child

restraint system is recommended, as it is safer to use in this vehi-
cle. Toyota genuine child restraint systems are made specifically
for Toyota vehicles. They can be purchased at a Toyota dealer.

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Points to remember

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WARNING

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When a child is riding
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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For effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child
must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system
depending on the age and size of the child.

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Toyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that con-
forms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to acci-
dent statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat
than in the front seat.

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Holding a child in your or someone else’s arms is not a substitute for a
child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the
windshield or between the holder and the interior of the vehicle.

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Handling the child restraint system
If the child restraint system is not properly fixed in place, the child or other
passengers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden
braking, sudden swerving, or an accident.

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If the vehicle were to receive a strong impact from an accident, etc., it is
possible that the child restraint system has damage that is not readily visi-
ble. In such cases, do not reuse the restraint system.

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Depending on the child restraint system, installation may be difficult or
impossible. In those cases, check whether the child restraint system is
suitable for installment in the vehicle. (

→P. 73, 82, 89, 97) Be sure to install

and observe the usage rules after carefully reading the child restraint sys-
tem fixing method in this manual, as well as the operation manual
enclosed with the child restraint system.

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Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is
not in use. Do not store the child restraint system unsecured in the pas-
senger compartment.

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If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the
vehicle.