key TOYOTA HILUX 2012 (in English) User Guide

98 1-5. Refueling
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Ty p e B
To unlock the fuel tank cap,
insert the key and turn it coun-
terclockwise.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.
STEP1
STEP2

99 1-5. Refueling
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Before driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Closing the fuel tank cap
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.
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.
Lock the fuel cap
Turning the fuel cap key clock-
wise.
STEP1
Arrow
STEP2

103
1
Before driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if a key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi-
cate that the system is operat-
ing.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.

127 1-7. Safety information
1
Before driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Key of letters inserted in the above table:
L1: Suitable for “TOYOTA BABY SAFE (up to 13 kg [28 lb.])”
approved for the use in this mass group.
L2: Suitable for “TOYOTA DUO
+ (9 to 18 kg [20 to 39 lb.])” approved
for the use in this mass group.
L3: Suitable for “TOYOTA KID (15 to 36 kg [34 to 79 lb.])” approved
for the use in this mass group.
X: Not suitable seat position for children in this mass group.
The child restraint system mentioned in the table may not be avail-
able outside of the EU area.
Other child restraint system which is different from the system men-
tioned in the table can be used, but the suitability of the systems must
be carefully checked with the child restraint system manufacturer
concerned and the seller of those seats.

129 1-7. Safety information
1
Before driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Key of letters inserted in the above table:
L1: Suitable for “TOYOTA BABY SAFE (up to 13 kg [28 lb.])”
approved for the use in this mass group.
L2: Suitable for “TOYOTA DUO
+ (9 to 18 kg [20 to 39 lb.])” approved
for the use in this mass group.
L3: Suitable for “TOYOTA KID (15 to 36 kg [34 to 79 lb.])” approved
for the use in this mass group.
X: Not suitable seat position for children in this mass group.
The child restraint system mentioned in the table may not be avail-
able outside of the EU area.
Other child restraint system which is different from the system men-
tioned in the table can be used, but the suitability of the systems must
be carefully checked with the child restraint system manufacturer
concerned and the seller of those seats.

131 1-7. Safety information
1
Before driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Key of letters inserted in the above table:
U: Suitable for “universal” category child restraint system approved
for the use in this mass group.
UF: Suitable for forward-facing “universal” category child restraint
system approved for the use in this mass group.
L1: Suitable for “TOYOTA BABY SAFE (up to 13 kg [28 lb.])”
approved for the use in this mass group.
L2: Suitable for “TOYOTA DUO
+ (9 to 18 kg [20 to 39 lb.])” approved
for the use in this mass group.
L3: Suitable for “TOYOTA KID (15 to 36 kg [34 to 79 lb.])” approved
for the use in this mass group.
X: Not suitable seat position for children in this mass group.
The child restraint system mentioned in the table may not be avail-
able outside of the EU area.
Other child restraint system which is different from the system men-
tioned in the table can be used, but the suitability of the systems must
be carefully checked with the child restraint system manufacturer
concerned and the seller of those seats.

147 2-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Stopping
Automatic transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P or N. (P. 166)
Manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake
pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to N. (P. 170)
Parking the vehicle
Automatic transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 174)
Shift the shift lever to P. (P. 166)
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP1
STEP2
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

148 2-1. Driving procedures
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Starting off on a steep uphill
Automatic transmission
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever
to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Manual transmission
With the parking brake firmly set and the clutch pedal fully
depressed, shift the shift lever to 1.
Lightly depress the accelerator pedal at the same time as
gradually releasing the clutch pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake
pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 174)
Shift the shift lever to N. (P. 170)
If parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R and block the
wheels as needed.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

163 2-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Changing the engine switch positions
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with automatic trans-
mission: 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.

164 2-1. Driving procedures
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual
transmission). (P. 166, 170)
If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 103)
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.
STEP1
Push in the key and turn to the “LOCK”
position.STEP2
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.