Toyota Yaris Cross (2022 year). Manual in english

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WARNING

●

During normal driving, do not turn

off the engine. Turning the engine
off while driving will not cause loss

of steering or braking control, but

the power assist to these systems
will be lost. This will make it more

difficult to steer and brake, so you

should pull over and stop the vehi-
cle as soon as it is safe to do so.

However, in the event of an emer-

gency, such as if it becomes impos-
sible to stop the vehicle in the

normal way:



P.394

●

Use engine braking (downshift) to

maintain a safe speed when driving

down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may

cause the brakes to overheat and

lose effectiveness. (



P.179, 183)

●

Do not adjust the positions of the

steering wheel, the seat, or the
inside or outside rear view mirrors

while driving.

Doing so may result in a loss of
vehicle control.

●

Always check that all passengers’
arms, heads or other parts of their

body are not outside the vehicle.

■

When driving on slippery road

surfaces

●

Sudden braking, acceleration and
steering may cause tire slippage

and reduce your ability to control

the vehicle.

●

Sudden acceleration, engine brak-

ing due to shifting, or changes in
engine speed could cause the vehi-

cle to skid.

●

After driving through a puddle,

lightly depress the brake pedal to

make sure that the brakes are func-
tioning properly. Wet brake pads

may prevent the brakes from func-

tioning properly. If the brakes on
only one side are wet and not func-

tioning properly, steering control

may be affected.

■

When shifting the shift lever

●

Vehicles with a Multidrive: Do not
let the vehicle roll backward while a

forward driving position is selected,

or roll forward while the shift lever is
in R.

Doing so may cause the engine to

stall or lead to poor brake and
steering performance, resulting in

an accident or damage to the vehi-

cle.

●

Vehicles with a Multidrive: Do not

shift the shift lever to P while the
vehicle is moving.

Doing so can damage the transmis-

sion and may result in a loss of
vehicle control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to R while
the vehicle is moving forward.

Doing so can damage the transmis-

sion and may result in a loss of
vehicle control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to a driv-
ing position while the vehicle is

moving backward.

Doing so can damage the transmis-
sion and may result in a loss of

vehicle control.

●

Moving the shift lever to N while the

vehicle is moving will disengage the

engine from the transmission.
Engine braking is not available

when N is selected.

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WARNING

●

Vehicles with a Multidrive: Be care-

ful not to shift the shift lever with the
accelerator pedal depressed. Shift-

ing the shift lever to any positions

other than P or N may lead to unex-
pected rapid acceleration of the

vehicle that may cause an accident

and result in death or serious injury.

■

If you hear a squealing or scrap-

ing noise (brake pad wear indica-
tors)

Have the brake pads checked and

replaced by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,

or any reliable repairer as soon as

possible.

Rotor damage may result if the pads

are not replaced when needed.

It is dangerous to drive the vehicle

when the wear limits of the brake
pads and/or those of the brake discs

are exceeded.

■

When the vehicle is stopped

●

Do not race the engine.

If the vehicle is in any gear other
than P (Multidrive) or N, the vehicle

may accelerate suddenly and unex-

pectedly, causing an accident.

●

Vehicles with a Multidrive: In order

to prevent accidents due to the
vehicle rolling away, always keep

depressing the brake pedal while

the engine is running, and apply the
parking brake as necessary.

●

If the vehicle is stopped on an
incline, in order to prevent acci-

dents caused by the vehicle rolling

forward or backward, always
depress the brake pedal and

securely apply the parking brake as

needed.

●

Avoid revving or racing the engine.

Running the engine at high speed

while the vehicle is stopped may
cause the exhaust system to over-

heat, which could result in a fire if

combustible material is nearby.

■

When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave glasses, cigarette
lighters, spray cans, or soft drink

cans in the vehicle when it is in the

sun.
Doing so may result in the follow-

ing:

• Gas may leak from a cigarette

lighter or spray can, and may lead

to a fire.

• The temperature inside the vehicle

may cause the plastic lenses and
plastic material of glasses to

deform or crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture, caus-

ing the contents to spray over the

interior of the vehicle, and may also
cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s

electrical components.

●

Do not leave cigarette lighters in the

vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a

place such as the glove box or on
the floor, it may be lit accidentally

when luggage is loaded or the seat

is adjusted, causing a fire.

●

Do not attach adhesive discs to the

windshield or windows. Do not
place containers such as air fresh-

eners on the instrument panel or

dashboard. Adhesive discs or con-
tainers may act as lenses, causing

a fire in the vehicle.

●

Do not leave a door or window

open if the curved glass is coated

with a metallized film such as a sil-
ver-colored one. Reflected sunlight

may cause the glass to act as a

lens, causing a fire.

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WARNING

●

Always apply the parking brake,

shift the shift lever to P (vehicles
with a Multidrive), stop the engine

and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unat-
tended while the engine is running.

If the vehicle is parked with the shift

lever in P but the parking brake is
not set, the vehicle may start to

move, possibly leading to an acci-

dent.

●

Do not touch the exhaust pipes

while the engine is running or
immediately after turning the engine

off.

Doing so may cause burns.

■

When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the engine off. Otherwise,
if you accidentally move the shift lever

or depress the accelerator pedal, this

could cause an accident or fire due to
engine overheating. Additionally, if the

vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated

area, exhaust gases may collect and
enter the vehicle, leading to death or

a serious health hazard.

■

When braking

●

When the brakes are wet, drive

more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when

the brakes are wet, and this may

cause one side of the vehicle to
brake differently than the other

side. Also, the parking brake may

not securely hold the vehicle.

●

If the brake booster device does not

operate, do not follow other vehi-
cles closely and avoid hills or sharp

turns that require braking.

In this case, braking is still possible,
but the brake pedal should be

depressed more firmly than usual.

Also, the braking distance will
increase. Have your brakes fixed

immediately.

●

Do not pump the brake pedal if the

engine stalls.

Each push on the brake pedal uses
up the reserve for the power-

assisted brakes.

●

The brake system consists of 2 indi-

vidual hydraulic systems; if one of

the systems fails, the other will still
operate. In this case, the brake

pedal should be depressed more

firmly than usual and the braking
distance will increase. Have your

brakes fixed immediately.

■

If the vehicle becomes stuck

Do not spin the wheels excessively

when a driven wheel is up in the air,
or the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud,

etc. This may damage the driveline

components or propel the vehicle for-
ward or backward, causing an acci-

dent.

NOTICE

■

When driving the vehicle (vehi-
cles with a Multidrive)

●

Do not depress the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time
during driving, as this may restrain

the engine output.

●

Do not use the accelerator pedal or

depress the accelerator and brake

pedals at the same time to hold the
vehicle on a hill.

■

When driving the vehicle (vehi-
cles with a manual transmission)

●

Do not depress the accelerator and

brake pedals at the same time
during driving, as this may restrain

the engine output.

●

Do not shift gears unless the clutch

pedal is fully depressed. After shift-

ing, do not release the clutch pedal
abruptly. Doing so may damage the

clutch, transmission and gears.

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NOTICE

●

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may cause exces-
sive premature wear or damage to

the clutch, eventually making it diffi-

cult to accelerate and start off from
a stop. Have the vehicle inspected

by any authorized Toyota retailer or

Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.

• Do not rest your foot on the clutch

pedal or depress it any time other

than when shifting.

Doing so may cause clutch trouble.

• Do not use any gear other than the

1st gear when starting off and mov-
ing forward.

Doing so may damage the clutch.

• Do not use the clutch pedal to

adjust vehicle speed. When stop-

ping the vehicle with the shift lever
in a position other then N, make

sure to fully depress the clutch

pedal and stop the vehicle using the
brake.

Doing so may damage the clutch.

• When stopping the vehicle with the

shift lever in a position other than N,

make sure to fully depress the
clutch pedal and stop the vehicle

using the brakes.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to R with-

out the vehicle completely stopped.

Doing so may damage the clutch,
transmission and gears.

■

When parking the vehicle (vehi-
cles with a Multidrive)

Always set the parking brake and shift

the shift lever to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the

vehicle may accelerate suddenly if

the accelerator pedal is accidentally
depressed.

■

Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

●

Do not turn the steering wheel fully

in either direction and hold it there
for an extended period of time.

Doing so may damage the power

steering motor.

●

When driving over bumps in the

road, drive as slowly as possible to
avoid damaging the wheels, under-

side of the vehicle, etc.

■

If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the

following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress

the brake pedal to slow down the

vehicle.

●

It may be difficult to control your

vehicle.

●

The vehicle will make abnormal

sounds or vibrations.

●

The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a
flat tire (



P.415, 426)

■

When encountering flooded
roads

Do not drive on a road that has

flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so
may cause the following serious dam-

age to the vehicle:

●

Engine stalling

●

Short in electrical components

●

Engine damage caused by water

immersion

In the event that you drive on a

flooded road and the vehicle

becomes flooded or stuck in mud or
sand, be sure to have any authorized

Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer check
the following:

●

Brake function

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When the following unusual opera-
tion is performed with the accelera-
tor pedal depressed, the engine
output may be restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted to

• When the shift lever is shifted

from P or R to forward drive shift
position such as D

. When the

system operates, a message
appears on the multi-information
display. Read the message and
follow the instruction.

: Depending on the situation, the shift

position may not be changed.

■

Drive-Start Control (DSC)

When the TRC is turned off (



P.302),

sudden start restraint control also does

not operate. If your vehicle have trouble
escaping from the mud or fresh snow

due to sudden start restraint control

operation, deactivate TRC (



P.302) so

that the vehicle may become able to

escape from the mud or fresh snow.

NOTICE

●

Changes in the quantity and quality

of the engine oil, transmission fluid,
clutch fluid, differential oil, etc.

●

Lubricant condition for the bearings
and suspension joints (where possi-

ble), and the function of all joints,

bearings, etc.

Sudden start restraint con-
trol (Drive-Start Control
[DSC]) (vehicles with a Mul-
tidrive)

Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following
information about storage pre-
cautions, cargo capacity and
load:

WARNING

■

Things that must not be carried

in the luggage compartment

The following things may cause a fire

if loaded in the luggage compartment:

●

Receptacles containing gasoline

●

Aerosol cans

■

Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may prevent the ped-
als from being depressed properly,

may block the driver’s vision, or may

result in items hitting the driver or
passengers, possibly causing an acci-

dent.

●

Stow cargo and luggage in the lug-
gage compartment whenever pos-

sible.

●

Do not stack cargo and luggage in

the luggage compartment higher

than the seatbacks.

●

When you fold down the rear seats,

long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.

●

Do not place cargo or luggage in or
on the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear

seats (when stacking items)

• On the luggage cover

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

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WARNING

●

Secure all items in the occupant

compartment.

●

Never allow anyone to ride in the

luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They

should ride in their seats with their

seat belts properly fastened.

■

Load and distribution

●

Do not overload your vehicle.

●

Do not apply loads unevenly.

Improper loading may cause deteri-
oration of steering or braking con-

trol which may cause death or

serious injury.

■

When loading cargo on the roof

luggage carrier (if equipped)

Observe the following precautions:

●

Place the cargo so that its weight is

distributed evenly between the front
and rear axles.

●

If loading long or wide cargo, never
exceed the vehicle overall length or

width. (



P.448)

●

Before driving, make sure the cargo

is securely fastened on the roof lug-

gage carrier.

●

Loading cargo on the roof luggage

carrier will make the center of grav-
ity of the vehicle higher. Avoid high

speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns,

sudden braking or abrupt maneu-
vers, otherwise it may result in loss

of control or vehicle rollover due to

failure to operate this vehicle cor-
rectly and result in death or serious

injury.

●

If driving for a long distance, on

rough roads, or at high speeds,

stop the vehicle now and then
during the trip to make sure the

cargo remains in its place.

●

Do not exceed 60 kg (132.3 lb.)

cargo weight on the roof luggage

carrier.

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Check the allowable towing capac-
ity, GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass),
MPAC (Maximum Permissible Axle
Capacity), and permissible draw-
bar load before towing. (



P.448)

Toyota recommends the use of the
Toyota hitch/bracket for your vehi-
cle. Other products of a suitable
nature and comparable quality may
also be used.
For vehicle where the towing
device blocks any of the lights or
license plate, the following shall be
observed:



Do not use towing devices that
cannot be easily removed or
repositioned.



Towing devices must be
removed or repositioned when
not in use.

■

Total trailer weight and per-
missible drawbar load

Total trailer weight

Weight of the trailer itself plus the trailer
load should be within the maximum
towing capacity. Exceeding this weight
is dangerous. (



P.448)

When towing a trailer, use a friction
coupler or friction stabilizer (sway con-

Trailer towing

Your vehicle is designed pri-
marily as a passenger carrying
vehicle. Towing a trailer will
have an adverse effect on han-
dling, performance, braking,
durability, and fuel consump-
tion. Your safety and satisfac-
tion depend on the proper use
of correct equipment and cau-
tious driving habits. For your
safety and the safety of others,
do not overload the vehicle or
trailer.

To tow a trailer safely, use
extreme care and drive the
vehicle in accordance with the
trailer’s characteristics and
operating conditions.

Toyota warranties do not apply
to damage or malfunction
caused by towing a trailer for
commercial purposes.

Contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable
repairer for further information
about additional requirements
such as towing kits, etc.

Weight limits

Towing hitch/bracket

Important points regarding
trailer loads

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trol device).

Permissible drawbar load

Allocate the trailer load so that the
drawbar load is greater than 25 kg
(55.1 lb.) or 4% of the towing capacity.
Do not let the drawbar load exceed the
indicated weight. (



P.448)

■

Information tag (manufac-
turer’s label)

Gross vehicle mass

The combined weight of the driver, pas-
sengers, luggage, towing hitch, total
curb mass and drawbar load should not
exceed the gross vehicle mass by more
than 100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceeding this
weight is dangerous.

Maximum permissible rear axle

capacity

The weight borne by the rear axle
should not exceed the maximum per-
missible rear axle capacity by 15% or
more. Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous. The values for towing capacity
were derived from testing conducted at
sea level. Take note that engine output
and towing capacity will be reduced at
high altitudes.

511 mm (20.1 in.)

513 mm (20.2 in.)

WARNING

■

When the gross vehicle mass or

maximum permissible axle
capacity is exceeded

Failing to observe this precaution may

lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.

●

Add an additional 20.0 kPa (0.2
kgf/cm

or bar, 3 psi) to the recom-

mended tire inflation pressure

value. (



P.454)

●

Do not exceed the established

speed limit for towing a trailer in
built-up areas or 100 km/h (62

mph), whichever is the lower.

Installation positions for the
towing hitch/bracket and
hitch ball

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855 mm (33.7 in.)

768 mm (30.2 in.)

335 mm (13.2 in.)

30 mm (1.2 in.)

396 mm (15.6 in.)

■

Tire information

●

Increase the tire inflation pressure to
20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm

or bar, 3 psi)

greater than the recommended value

when towing. (



P.454)

●

Increase the air pressure of the trailer

tires in accordance with the total
trailer weight and according to the val-

ues recommended by the manufac-

turer of your trailer.

■

Trailer lights

Please consult any authorized Toyota

retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or

any reliable repairer when installing
trailer lights, as incorrect installation

may cause damage to the vehicle’s

lights. Please take care to comply with
your state’s laws when installing trailer

lights.

■

Break-in schedule

Toyota recommends that vehicles fitted

with new power train components

should not be used for towing trailers for
the first 800 km (500 miles).

■

Safety checks before towing

●

Check that the maximum load limit for
the towing hitch/bracket hitch ball is

not exceeded. Bear in mind that the

coupling weight of the trailer will add
to the load exerted on the vehicle.

Also make sure that you will not be

towing a load that exceeds the maxi-
mum permissible axle capacity.

●

Ensure that the trailer load is secure.

●

Supplementary outside rear view mir-

rors should be added to the vehicle if
the traffic behind cannot be clearly

seen with standard mirrors. Adjust the

extending arms of these mirrors on
both sides of the vehicle so that they

always provide maximum visibility of

the road behind.

■

Maintenance

●

Maintenance must be performed more

frequently when using the vehicle for
towing due to the greater weight bur-

den placed on the vehicle compared

to normal driving.

●

Retighten all bolts securing the hitch-

ing ball and bracket after towing for
approximately 1000 km (600 miles).

■

If trailer sway occurs

One or more factors (crosswinds, pass-

ing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can
adversely affect handling of your vehicle

and trailer, causing instability.

●

If trailer swaying occurs:

• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer

straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer swaying by

turning the steering wheel.

• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal

immediately but very gradually to

reduce speed.

Do not increase speed. Do not apply
vehicle brakes.

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If you make no extreme correction with
the steering or brakes, your vehicle and
trailer should stabilize (if enabled, Trailer
Sway Control can also help to stabilize
the vehicle and trailer.).

●

After the trailer swaying has stopped:

• Stop in a safe place. Get all occupants

out of the vehicle.

• Check the tires of the vehicle and the

trailer.

• Check the load in the trailer.

Make sure the load has not shifted.

Make sure the tongue weight is appro-

priate, if possible.

• Check the load in the vehicle.

Make sure the vehicle is not over-

loaded after occupants get in.

If you cannot find any problems, the
speed at which trailer swaying occurred
is beyond the limit of your particular
vehicle-trailer combination. Drive at a
lower speed to prevent instability.
Remember that swaying of the towing
vehicle-trailer increases as speed
increases.

Your vehicle will handle differently
when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious
injury, keep the following in mind

when towing:

■

Checking connections
between trailer and lights

Stop the vehicle and check the
operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after
driving for a brief period as well as
before starting off.

■

Practicing driving with a cou-
pled trailer



Get the feel for turning, stopping
and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area
with no or light traffic.



When reversing with a coupled
trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you
and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to
turn it right. Always rotate a little
at a time to prevent steering
error. Have someone guide you
when reversing to lessen the risk
of an accident.

■

Increasing vehicle-to-vehicle
distance

At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the
distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent
to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer.
Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the
vehicle may spin out of control. This
is especially true when driving on
wet or slippery road surfaces.

NOTICE

■

When the rear bumper strength-

ening material is aluminum

Ensure the steel bracket part does not
come directly in contact with that

area.

When steel and aluminum come into
contact, there is a reaction similar to

corrosion, which will weaken the sec-

tion concerned and may result in
damage. Apply a rust inhibitor to parts

that will come in contact when attach-

ing a steel bracket.

Guidance

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Sudden acceleration/steering
input/cornering

Executing sharp turns when towing
may result in the trailer colliding
with your vehicle. Decelerate well in
advance when approaching turns
and take them slowly and carefully
to avoid sudden braking.

■

Important points regarding
turning

The wheels of the trailer will travel
closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To
make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would nor-
mally do.

■

Important points regarding
stability

Vehicle movement resulting from
uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The
vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Fre-
quently check behind when moving
alongside such vehicles. As soon
as such vehicle movement occurs,
immediately start to decelerate
smoothly by slowly applying the
brakes. Always steer the vehicle
straight ahead while braking.

■

Passing other vehicles

Consider the total combined length
of your vehicle and trailer and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle
distance is sufficient before execut-
ing lane changes.

■

Transmission information



Multidrive

To maintain engine braking effi-
ciency and charging system perfor-
mance when using engine braking,
do not use the transmission in D,
must be in M and select gear step 4
or lower. (



P.179)



Manual transmission

Refrain from driving in 6th gear to
maintain the effectiveness of
engine braking and to maintain
charging system performance.

■

If the engine overheats

Towing a loaded trailer up a long,
steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30°C (85°F) may result
in the engine overheating. If the
engine coolant temperature gauge
indicates that the engine is over-
heating, turn the air conditioning off
immediately, leave the road and
stop the vehicle in a safe place.
(



P.442)

■

When parking the vehicle

Always place wheel chocks under
the wheels of both the vehicle and
trailer. Firmly set the parking brake
and shift the shift lever to P (Multid-
rive) and 1 or R (manual transmis-
sion).

WARNING

Follow all the instructions described in
this section. Failure to do so could

cause an accident resulting in death

or serious injury.

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WARNING

■

Trailer towing precautions

When towing, make sure that none of
the weight limits are exceeded.

(



P.167)

■

Vehicle speed in towing

Observe the legal maximum speeds

for trailer towing.

■

Before descending hills or long

declines

Reduce speed and downshift. How-

ever, never downshift suddenly while

descending steep or long downhill
grades.

■

Operation of the brake pedal

Do not hold the brake pedal

depressed often or for long periods of

time. Doing so may result in the brake
overheating or reduce braking effects.

■

To avoid accident or injury

●

Vehicles with a compact spare tire:

Do not tow a trailer when the com-

pact spare tire is installed on your
vehicle.

●

Vehicles with the emergency tire
puncture repair kit: Do not tow a

trailer when the tire installed is

repaired with the emergency tire
puncture repair kit.

●

Vehicles with a Dynamic radar
cruise control: Do not use dynamic

radar cruise control when you are

towing.

NOTICE

■

Do not directly splice trailer

lights

Directly splicing trailer lights may

damage your vehicle’s electrical sys-

tem and cause a malfunction.

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4-2.Driving procedures

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



P.186)

The parking brake indicator will come

on.

Check that the shift lever is in P
(Multidrive) or N (manual trans-
mission).

Firmly depress the brake pedal
(Multidrive) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission).

Turn the engine switch to
START to start the engine.

■

If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not

have been deactivated. (



P.75) Contact

any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer.

■

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.

OFF (“LOCK” position)

The steering wheel is locked and the
key can be removed. (vehicles with a
Multidrive: The key can be removed
only when the shift lever is in P.)

ACC (“ACC” position)

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles without a

smart entry & start sys-

tem)

Starting the engine

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 circum-
stances.Doing so may cause an acci-

dent 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 any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer

immediately.

Changing the engine switch
positions

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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.

■

Turning the key from ACC to OFF

Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive)
or N (manual transmission).

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.

Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is
set.

The parking brake indicator will come

on.

Check that the shift lever is in P
(Multidrive) or N (manual trans-
mission).

Firmly depress the brake pedal
(Multidrive) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission).

and a message will be displayed

on the multi-information display. If it is
not displayed, the engine cannot be
started.

Press the engine switch shortly
and firmly.

When operating the engine switch, one
short, firm press is enough. It is not

necessary to press and hold the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for
up to 30 seconds, whichever is less.
Continue depressing the brake pedal

(Multidrive) or clutch pedal (manual
transmission) until the engine is com-

pletely started.
The engine can be started from any

WARNING

■

Caution when driving

Do not turn the engine switch to OFF

while driving. If, in an emergency, 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. (



P.394)

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the engine switch in

ACC or ON for long periods of time

without the engine running.

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles with a smart

entry & start system)

Performing the following oper-
ations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person
starts the engine or changes
engine switch modes.

Starting the engine

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riv

ing

engine switch mode.

■

Engine switch illumination

In the following situations, the engine

switch is illuminated.

●

When the driver’s or passenger’s door

is opened.

●

When the engine switch is in ACC or

ON.

●

When the engine switch mode is

changed from ACC or ON to off.

Also, in the following situation, the

engine switch flashes.

●

When depressing the brake pedal

while carrying the electronic key.

■

If the engine does not start

●

The engine immobilizer system may

not have been deactivated. (



P.75)

Contact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any

reliable repairer.

●

If a message related to start-up is

shown on the multi-information dis-

play, read the message and follow the
instructions.

■

If the battery is discharged

The engine cannot be started using the
smart entry & start system. Refer to

P.439 to restart the engine.

■

Electronic key battery depletion



P.115

■

Conditions affecting operation



P.138

■

Notes for the entry function



P.138

■

Steering lock function

●

After turning the engine switch off and
opening and closing the doors, the

steering wheel will be locked due to

the steering lock function. Operating
the engine switch again automatically

cancels the steering lock.

●

When the steering lock cannot be

released, “Push ENGINE Switch while

Turning The Steering Wheel in Either
Direction” will be displayed on the

multi-information display.

Press the engine switch shortly and
firmly while turning the steering wheel

left and right.

●

To prevent the steering lock motor

from overheating, operation of the

motor may be suspended if the engine
is turned on and off repeatedly in a

short period of time. In this case,

refrain from operating the engine
switch. After about 10 seconds, the

steering lock motor will resume func-

tioning.

■

Electronic key battery



P.378

■

Operation of the engine switch

●

If the switch is not pressed shortly and
firmly, the engine switch mode may

not change or the engine may not

start.

●

If attempting to restart the engine

immediately after turning the engine
switch off, the engine may not start in

some cases. After turning the engine

switch off, please wait a few seconds
before restarting the engine.

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■

Customization

If the smart entry & start system has

been deactivated in a customized set-

ting, refer to P.437.



Multidrive

Stop the vehicle completely.

Set the parking brake (



P.186),

and shift the shift lever to P.

Check the parking brake indicator is
illuminated.

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter dis-

play will be extinguished.

Release the brake pedal and
check that “ACCESSORY” or
“IGNITION ON” is not shown on
the multi-information display.



Manual transmission

Stop the vehicle completely.

If the parking brake is in manual
mode, set the parking brake.
(



P.186)

Check the parking brake indicator is

illuminated.

Shift the shift lever to N.
(



P.183)

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter dis-
play will be extinguished.

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

■

Caution while driving

If engine failure occurs while the vehi-

cle is moving, do not lock or open the

doors until the vehicle reaches a safe
and complete stop. Activation of the

steering lock in this circumstance may

lead to an accident, resulting in death
or serious injury.

NOTICE

■

When starting the engine

●

Do not race a cold engine.

●

If the engine becomes difficult to

start or stalls frequently, have your

vehicle checked by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer

immediately.

■

Symptoms indicating a malfunc-

tion with the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be oper-

ating somewhat differently than usual,

such as the switch sticking slightly,
there may be a malfunction. Contact

any authorized Toyota retailer or

Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer immediately.

Stopping the engine

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