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With the brake pedal firmly depressed, the
indicator light on the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch will turn green. Check that
the automatic transmission selector lever
is in the “P” position. Pressing the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch once
starts the engine.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
slowly and firmly.
Engine should be warmed up by driving,
not in idle. For warming up, drive with
smoothly turning engine until engine cool-
ant temperature is within normal range.
If the engine stalls...
Simply restart it, using the correct proce-
dure given in normal starting.
If the engine will not start...
In the following cases, the engine will not
start.
If a buzzer sounds from the vehicle,
and the “KEY IS NOT DETECTED”
message appears on the multi−informa-
tion display and the master warning
light comes on when pressing the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch, this
indicates that the key is not in the
vehicle.
If the key is placed in the trunk, the
engine cannot be started.
There are instances in which the en-
gine will not start, even if the key is
in the vehicle (e.g. on the floor, in the
cup holder or glove box).
When the push button start function
does not operate properly, the following
may be causes:
The key battery may be discharged if
the electronic key does not work.
You can start the engine by touching
the Toyota logo side of the electronic
key to the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch. For details, see “Smart key
system” on page 30 in Section 1−2.
Replace the key battery as soon as
possible. (See “—Replacing battery” on
page 28 in Section 1−2.)
The engine was repeatedly turned on
and off over a short period.
Wait 10 seconds and then start the
engine.

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If the green indicator light on the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch flashes,
and the “S/T IS NOT UNLOCKED”
message appears on the multi−informa-
tion display and the master warning
light comes on, the steering wheel is
locked.
To free it, rotate the steering wheel
slightly while pressing the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch.
If the amber indicator light on the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch flashes,
and the “CHECK S/T LOCK” message
appears on the multi−information dis-
play and the master warning light
comes on, there is a problem in the
steering lock function.
Contact your Toyota dealer, and have
your vehicle and all keys inspected.
If the amber indicator light on the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch flashes,
and no message appears on the multi−
information display, there is a problem
in the push button start function.
Contact your Toyota dealer, and have
your vehicle and all keys inspected.
In addition to the above, there are
instances in which the smart key sys-
tem does not operate properly because
of the circumstances of use. For de-
tails, see “Smart key system” on page
30 in Section 1−2.
In cases other than those described
above, it is possible that a problem has
occurred in an area other than the start
system. See “If your vehicle will not start”
on page 336 in Section 4.When the battery is disconnected or
run down, the push button start function
memorizes the current mode. After you
reconnect, replace, or recharge the bat-
tery, the memorized mode is selected au-
tomatically. In any of these cases, turn off
the engine if the engine comes on.
Wait 10 seconds to start the engine after
the battery has been reconnected. The
engine may not start on the first try. This
does not indicate a malfunction.
NOTICE
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to
start or stalls frequently, have the
engine checked immediately.

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TIPS FOR USING SMART KEY SYSTEM
When using the smart key system, it is
possible to start or stop the engine as
long as the key is on your person.
For this reason, it is possible that a pas-
senger may remove the key from the ve-
hicle without the driver being aware of the
fact. In such a case, it is not possible to
restart the engine after having turned it
off. In addition, it is possible that one may
get out of the vehicle without being aware
that the ignition switch has not been
turned off completely.
When driving or getting in or out of the
vehicle, drivers should make sure that
they are carrying the key.
CAUTION
Do not touch the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch (engine switch) while
driving.
If you have to make an emergency stop,
press and hold the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch for more than 3 seconds.
Master warning light and multiinforma-
tion display
SYSTEM FUNCTION REMINDERS
Follow the instructions described below if
any of the following warnings occur:
(A) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster when the igni-
tion switch is turned on
This indicates that the driver has gotten
into the vehicle without the key. The “KEY
IS NOT DETECTED” message will also
appear on the multi−information display
and the master warning light will come on.
Operate the ignition switch only after tak-
ing care that the key is in the vehicle.If the warning light is still lit when the key
is in the vehicle, the key battery is dis-
charged. Check that the indicator light on
the key comes on by pushing the lock
button on the key. When the indicator light
does not come on, change the key battery
so that smart key system works properly.
(B) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster, accompanied
by three warning sounds from the
vehicle when the driver gets out of
the vehicle and closes the door
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to leave the vehicle carrying the key with
ignition switch not set at OFF although the
transmission selector lever has been set
in the “P” position. The “KEY IS NOT
DETECTED” message will also appears on
the multi−information display and the mas-
ter warning light will come on.
Get out of the vehicle only after turning
off the engine by pressing the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch and checking that
the ignition switch indicator light has gone
off. If the driver returns to the vehicle
without carrying the key and begins driv-
ing, a warning buzzer will sound once
more.
Driving and parking using
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(C) A warning buzzer sounds from the
vehicle for two seconds after locking
the door with the door handle switch
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to lock the doors while carrying the key,
neglecting to follow the instructions for
case (B) above.
Lock the doors only after turning off the
engine by pressing the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch and checking that the igni-
tion switch indicator light has gone off.
A warning buzzer that sounds even though
the engine has been turned off indicates
that driver is attempting to lock the ve-
hicle with the keys still in the vehicle.
Leave the vehicle only after making sure
that you are carrying the key.(D) A warning buzzer sounds continu-
ously from the instrument cluster
when opening the driver ’s door
This indicates that the transmission selec-
tor lever is in a position other than “P”
and that the ignition switch is not set at
OFF. The “SHIFT TO P RANGE” message
will also appears on the multi−information
display.
Get out of the vehicle only after setting
the transmission selector lever in the “P”
position, turning off the engine by pressing
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch and
checking that the ignition switch indicator
light has gone off.(E) A warning buzzer sounds continu-
ously from the instrument cluster
and from the vehicle when closing
the door after getting out of the ve-
hicle
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to leave the vehicle carrying the key, ne-
glecting to follow the instructions for case
(D) above. The messages, “SHIFT TO P
RANGE” and “KEY IS NOT DETECTED”,
will also appear alternately on the multi−
information display and the master warn-
ing light will come on.
Get out of the vehicle only after setting
the transmission selector lever in the “P”
position, turning off the engine by pressing
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch and
checking that the ignition switch indicator
light has gone off.

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(F) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster and three
times from the vehicle when a pas-
senger is getting out of the vehicle
This indicates that the passenger is at-
tempting to leave the vehicle carrying the
key, without the ignition switch set at OFF.
The “KEY IS NOT DETECTED” message
will also appear on the multi−information
display and the master warning light will
come on.
When passengers get out of the vehicle,
care should be taken to leave the key
with the driver. If the driver begins driving
after a passenger gets out of the vehicle
carrying the key, a warning buzzer will
sound once more.
(G) A warning buzzer sounds from the
vehicle for two seconds when lock-
ing the vehicle from the outside with
the door handle switch
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to lock the door with the key still in the
vehicle.
Leave the vehicle only after making sure
that you are carrying the key.(H) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster when turning
off the ignition switch
This indicates that the key battery is low.
(This warning buzzer sounds only when
the engine has been on or the ignition
switch has been set at ON for 20 minutes
or more.) The “LOW KEY BATTERY” mes-
sage will also appear on the multi−infor-
mation display.
Change the key battery ahead of time in
order to ensure that the smart key system
properly.
(I) A warning buzzer sounds repeatedly
from the instrument cluster when
opening the driver ’s door with the
ignition switch turned off
This indicates that the steering wheel is
not locked. Turn the engine off and then
open the door in order to lock the steering
wheel.(J) The “ENGINE START STOP” switch
flashes green once every second
This indicates that the steering lock is
stuck. The “S/T IS NOT UNLOCKED”
message will also appear on the multi−in-
formation display.
To free it, rotate the steering wheel slight-
ly while pressing the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
(K) The “ENGINE START STOP” switch
flashes amber once every 2 seconds
When “CHECK S/T LOCK” is displayed on
the multi−information display—
This indicates a problem with the steering
lock function. Have your vehicle checked
at your Toyota dealer.
When no message is displayed on the
multi−information display—
This indicates a problem with the push
button start function. Have your vehicle
checked at your Toyota dealer.

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THEFT PREVENTION FUNCTION
When the engine is turned off, the en-
gine immobilizer system is automatical-
ly set. (See “Engine immobilizer sys-
tem” on page 18 in Section 1−2.)
When the driver ’s door is opened after
turning off the engine, the steering
wheel will lock.
When the vehicle’s battery is dis-
charged, the steering lock function may
not operate properly.
Always slow down in gusty crosswinds.
This will allow you much better control.
Drive slowly onto curbs and, if pos-
sible, at a right angle. Avoid driving
onto high, sharp−edged objects and
other road hazards. Failure to do so
can lead to severe tire damage such
as a tire burst.
Drive slowly when passing over bumps
or travelling on a bumpy road. Other-
wise, the impact could cause severe
damage to the tires and/or wheels.
When parking on a hill, turn the front
wheels until they touch the curb so
that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the
parking brake, and place the transmis-
sion in “P” (automatic) or in first or
reverse (manual). If necessary, block
the wheels.
Washing your vehicle or driving through
deep water may get the brakes wet. To
see whether they are wet, check that
there is no traffic near you, and then
press the pedal lightly. If you do not
feel a normal braking force, the brakes
are probably wet. To dry them, drive
the vehicle cautiously while lightly
pressing the brake pedal with the park-
ing brake applied. If they still do not
work safely, pull to the side of the road
and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
CAUTION
Before driving off, make sure that
the parking brake is fully released
and the parking brake reminder
light is off.
Do not leave your vehicle unat-
tended while the engine is running.
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. It can cause
dangerous overheating, needless
wear, and poor fuel economy.
To drive down a long or steep hill,
reduce your speed and downshift.
Remember, if you ride the brakes
excessively, they may overheat and
not work properly.
Tips for driving in various
conditions

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Be careful when accelerating, up-
shifting, downshifting or braking on
a slippery surface. Sudden accelera-
tion or engine braking could cause
the vehicle to skid or spin.
Do not drive in excess of the speed
limit. Even if the legal speed limit
permits it, do not drive over 140
km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle
has highspeed capability tires.
Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may
result in tire failure, loss of control
and possible injury. Be sure to con-
sult a tire dealer to determine
whether the tires on your vehicle
are highspeed capability tires or
not before driving at such speeds.
Do not continue normal driving
when the brakes are wet. If they are
wet, your vehicle will require a
longer stopping distance, and it
may pull to one side when the
brakes are applied. Also, the park-
ing brake will not hold the vehicle
securely.
Make sure your coolant is properly pro-
tected against freezing.
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite,
and non−borate coolant with long−life
hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant
with long−life hybrid organic acid
technology is a combination of low
phosphates and organic acids.)
See “Checking the engine coolant level”
on page 382 in Section 7−2 for details of
coolant type selection.
For the U.S.A.—“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and
50% deionized water. This coolant pro-
vides protection down to about −35C
(−31F).
For Canada—“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and
45% deionized water. This coolant pro-
vides protection down to about −42C
(−44F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
Check the condition of the battery and
cables.
Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of
any battery, so it must be in top shape
to provide enough power for winter start-
ing. Section 7−3 tells you how to visually
inspect the battery. Your Toyota dealer
and most service stations will be pleased
to check the level of charge.
Make sure the engine oil viscosity is
suitable for the cold weather.
See page 381 in Section 7−2 for recom-
mended viscosity. Leaving a heavy sum-
mer oil in your vehicle during winter
months may cause harder starting. If you
are not sure about which oil to use, call
your Toyota dealer—they will be pleased
to help.
Keep the door locks from freezing.
Squirt lock de−icer or glycerine into the
locks to keep them from freezing.
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Use a washer fluid containing an anti-
freeze solution.
This product is available at your Toyota
dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow
the manufacturer ’s directions for how
much to mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute because it may dam-
age your vehicle’s paint.
Do not use your parking brake when
there is a possibility it could freeze.
When parking, put the transmission into
“P” (automatic) or into first or reverse
(manual) and block the rear wheels. Do
not use the parking brake, or snow or
water accumulated in and around the
parking brake mechanism may freeze,
making it hard to release.
Keep ice and snow from accumulating
under the fenders.
Ice and snow built up under your fenders
can make steering difficult. During bad
winter driving, stop and check under the
fenders occasionally.Depending on where you are driving,
we recommend you carry some emer-
gency equipment.
Some of the things you might put in the
vehicle are tire chains, window scraper,
bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel,
jumper cables, etc.Your vehicle is not designed to be
dinghy towed (with four wheels on the
ground) behind a motorhome.
NOTICE
Do not tow your vehicle with four
wheels on the ground. This may
cause serious damage to your vehicle.
Dinghy towing
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Your vehicle can be dinghy towed (with
four wheels on the ground) from the
front behind a motorhome.
CAUTION
Dinghy towing requires special equip-
ment and accessories. Please refer to
your service outlet of the motorhome
manufacture for the recommended
equipment.
NOTICE
Dinghy towing does not eliminate the
possibility of damage to your vehicle.
DINGHY TOWING TIPS
Before dinghy towing, be sure to ob-
serve the following in order to reduce
the damage to your vehicle.
1. Put the shift lever in neutral.
2. Set the ignition switch at ACC. Make
sure the audio is turned off and any
item is not plugged into the power out-
let.
NOTICE
To avoid the locking of the steering
wheel, set the ignition switch at ACC.
3. Release the parking brake.
After dinghy towing, let the engine idle for
more than 3 minutes before driving the
vehicle.
NOTICE
Do not tow your vehicle from the
rear. This may cause serious damage
to your vehicle.
Dinghy towing
(with manual transmission)

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HITCHES
Use only a hitch which is recom-
mended by the hitch manufacturer and
conforms to the total trailer weight re-
quirement.
Follow the directions supplied by the
hitch manufacturer. Lubricate the hitch
ball with a light coat of grease.
Toyota recommends removing the trail-
er hitch whenever you are not towing
a trailer to reduce the possibility of
additional damage caused by the hitch
if your vehicle is struck from behind.
NOTICE
Do not use axlemounted hitches as
they can cause damage to the axle
housing, wheel bearings, wheels or
tires. Also, never install a hitch which
may interfere with the normal function
of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so
equipped.
BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS
Toyota recommends trailers with
brakes that conform to any applica-
ble federal and state/provincial regu-
lations.
A safety chain must always be used
between the towing vehicle and the
trailer. Leave sufficient slack in the
chain for turns. The chain should
cross under the trailer tongue to
prevent the tongue from dropping to
the ground in case it becomes dam-
aged or separated. For correct safety
chain procedures, follow the hitch or
trailer manufacturer ’s recommenda-
tions.
CAUTION
Never tap into your vehicle’s hy-
draulic system as it would lower its
braking effectiveness.
Never tow a trailer without using a
safety chain securely attached to
both the trailer and the vehicle. If
damage occurs to the coupling unit
or hitch ball, there is danger of the
trailer wandering over into another
lane.
TIRES
Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are
properly inflated. See page 385 in Sec-
tion 7−2 and page 411 in Section 8 for
instructions.
The trailer tires should be inflated to
the pressure recommended by the trail-
er manufacturer in respect to the total
trailer weight.
TRAILER LIGHTS
Trailer lights must comply with federal,
state/provincial and local regulations.
See your local recreational vehicle
dealer or rental agency for the correct
type of wiring and relays for your trail-
er. Check for correct operation of the
turn signals and stop lights each time
you hitch up. Direct splicing may dam-
age your vehicle’s electrical system
and cause a malfunction of your lights.
BREAKIN SCHEDULE
Toyota recommends that you do not
tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a
vehicle with any new power train com-
ponent (engine, transmission, differen-
tial, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first
800 km (500 miles) of driving.