key TOYOTA HILUX 2020 (in English) Workshop Manual
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“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked and
the key can be removed. (Vehicles
with automatic transmission: The
key can be removed only when the
shift lever is in P.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can be used.
“START”
For starting the engine.
■ Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmis-
sion). ( P. 293, 300)
■ If the engine does not start (vehicles with engine immobilizer system)
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 105)
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Changing the engine switch positions
1
2
Push in the key and turn it to the
“LOCK” position.
3
4
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2
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■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly left and
right.
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 when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An
accident may result if the engine is stopped while driving. ( P. 625)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri-
ods of time without the engine running.
■ 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 vehi-
cle checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with
smart entry & start system)
Automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
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 until the engine is completely started.
Diesel engine only: the indicator turns on. The engine will start after
the indicator light goes out.
The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch modes.
Starting the engine
1
2
3
4
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Check that “TURN OFF VEHICLE”/“Turn off vehicle” on the multi-
information display is off.
■ Note for the electronic key
Carry the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
The smart entry & start system does not operate properly if the electronic key
is on the floor or the instrument panel, or in the door pockets, cup holders or
auxiliary boxes.
■ Auto power off function
Vehicles with automatic transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI-
TION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the
shift lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle
with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long peri-
ods of time when the engine is not running.
Vehicles with manual transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI-
TION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour, the engine
switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely pre-
vent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long periods of time when the
engine is not running.
■ 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.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
P. 203
■ Conditions affecting operation
P. 201
■ Note for the entry function
P. 202
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 105)
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
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■ Steering lock
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
■ Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.
In this case, refrain from running the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning.
■ If “SMART ENTRY & START SYSTEM MALFUNCTION SEE OWNER’S
MANUAL”/“Smart Entry & Start System malfunction See owner’s man-
ual” is shown on the multi-information display (if equipped)
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
immediately.
■ If the electronic key battery is depleted
P. 599
■ If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized
setting
P. 668
A message will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P
(except manual transmission). Press the
engine switch while turning the steering
wheel left and right.
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3134-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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■ Automatic light off system (if equipped)
Models for model code destination Blank* (except for Kazakhstan, Armenia
and Morocco)
The lights turn off after the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position
(vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off (vehicles with smart entry
& start system) and the driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehi-
cles without smart entry & start system) or to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles
with smart entry & start system), or turn the light switch to or once
and then back to or .
Models for model code destination W*, Kazakhstan, Armenia and Morocco
When the light switch is in or :
The headlights and front fog lights turn off after the engine switch is turned to
the “LOCK” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off (vehi-
cles with smart entry & start system).
When the light switch is in AUTO:
The lights turn off after the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position
(vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off (vehicles with smart entry
& start system).
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehi-
cles without smart entry & start system) or to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles
with smart entry & start system), or turn the light switch to or once
and then back to or .
*: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model
your vehicle is. ( P. 12)
■ Light reminder buzzer (if equipped)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position, the
key is removed and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is
opened while the lights are turned on.
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3234-4. Refueling
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■Ty p e B
To unlock the fuel tank cap,
insert the key and turn it
counterclockwise.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.
Make sure not to hold and turn
the key.
■Ty p e A
After refueling, turn the fuel
tank cap until you hear a click.
Once the cap is released, it will
turn slightly in the opposite
direction.
1
2
Closing the fuel tank cap
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■Ty p e B
Close the fuel tank cap
Make sure to put the fuel tank
cap with the arrow upward and
turn it slowly to close.
When turning the fuel tank cap,
do not hold and turn the key.
Lock the fuel cap
Turning the fuel cap key clock-
wise.
Arrow
1
2
WARNING
■ When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.
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3744-5. Using the driving support systems
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To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed
is displayed.
Increases the speed
Decreases the speed
Fine adjustment: Momentarily
move the lever in the desired direc-
tion.
Large adjustment: Hold the lever
up or down to change the speed,
and release when the desired
speed is reached.
In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be
increased or decreased as follows:
Except for Israel and Turkey
Fine adjustment: By 5 km/h (3.1 mph)*1 or 5 mph (8 km/h)*2 each time the
lever is operated
Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 5 km/h (3.1 mph)*1 or 5 mph
(8 km/h)*2 increments for as long as the lever is held
For Israel and Turkey
Fine adjustment: By 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*1 or 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*2 each time
the lever is operated
Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 5 km/h (3.1 mph)*1 or 5 mph
(8 km/h)*2 increments for as long as the lever is held
In the constant speed control mode ( P. 377), the set speed will be
increased or decreased as follows:
Fine adjustment: By 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*1 or 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*2 each time
the lever is operated
Large adjustment: The speed will continue to change while the lever is
held.
*1: When the set speed is shown in “km/h”
*2: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”
Adjusting the set speed
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2
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4845-6. Using Bluetooth® devices
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You can use the microphone
when talking on the phone.
The person you are speaking to
can be heard from the speakers.
To use the hands-free system, you
must register your Bluetooth®
phone in the system. ( P. 487)
*: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Microphone
Menu list of the Bluetooth® audio/phone
First menuSecond menuThird menuOperation details
“Bluetooth*”
“Pairing” - Registering a
Bluetooth® device
“List phone” - Listing the registered
cellular phones
“List audio” - Listing the registered
portable players
“Passkey” - Changing the pass-
key
“BT power” -
Setting automatic
connection of the
device on or off
“Bluetooth* info” “Device name”
“Device address”
Displaying the
device status
“Display setting” -
Setting the auto-
matic connection
confirmation display
to on or off
“Initialize” - Initializing the set-
tings