START ENTRY TOYOTA HILUX 2021 (in English) Owner's Manual

1503-1. Key information
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To take out the mechanical key,
slide the release lever and take
the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one side.
If the key cannot be inserted in a
lock cylinder, turn it over and re-
attempt to insert it.
After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the
mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key bat-
tery is depleted or the entry func tion does not operate properly, you will
need the mechanical key. ( P. 600)
QPanic mode (if equipped)
Q When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( P. 457)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
Carry the master key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
valet key.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with
the electronic key only. If there is the supplementary key, carry the supple-
mentary key for your own use as well as the mechanical key.
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart entry & start sys-
tem)
When is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the
wireless remote control.

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Operation of each component
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Q If you lose your keys
New genuine keys can be made by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer using a master key (vehicles with-
out smart entry & start system) or the other key of the same type (vehicles
with smart entry & start system), and the key number stamped on your key
number plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the
vehicle.
Q When riding in an aircraft (type B and C)
When bringing a key with wireless remote control function onto an aircraft,
make sure you do not press any buttons on the key while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are
not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the key to
emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
Q Key battery depletion
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 516)
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
 P. 168
Q If a message regarding the state of the electronic key or engine switch
mode, etc. is shown
To prevent trapping the electronic key in side the vehicle, leaving the vehicle
without turning off the engine switch or other passengers from unintentionally
taking the key out of the vehicle, etc., a message that prompts the user to
confirm the state of the electronic key or engine switch mode may be shown
on the multi-information display. In those cases, follow the instructions on the
display immediately.
Q If “Key battery low” is shown on the multi-information display
The electronic key has a low battery. Replace the electronic key battery.
Q Replacing the electronic key battery
 P. 516
Q Confirmation of the registered key number
The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer for details.

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NOTICE
QTo prevent key damage
O Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
O Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.
O Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
O Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.
O Do not disassemble the keys.
O Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.
O Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as
TVs, audio systems and induction cookers, or medical electrical equip-
ment, such as low-frequency therapy equipment.
Q Carrying the electronic key on your person (vehicles with smart entry
& start system)
Carry the electronic key 10 cm (3.9 in.) or more away from electric appli-
ances that are turned on. Radio wave s emitted from electric appliances
within 10 cm (3.9 in.) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, caus-
ing the key to not function properly.
Q In case of a smart entry & start system malfunction or other key-related
problems (vehicles with smart entry & start system)
Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Q When an electronic key is lost (vehicles with smart entry & start sys-
tem)
If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Visit any authorized Toyota reta iler or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer imm ediately with all remaining electronic keys that
were provided with your vehicle.

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Operation of each component
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Side doors
XSmart entry & start system (if equipped)
While carrying the electronic
key, press the button to lock
and unlock.
After locking, check that the
door is securely locked.
XWireless remote control (if equipped)
Locks all the doors
Check that the door is securely locked.
Unlocks all the doors
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry func-
tion, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch.
Locking and unlocking the doors from outside
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system
Vehicles with smart entry &
start system
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XKey
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
Vehicles without power door
lock system:
Locks the door
Unlocks the door
Vehicles with power door lock
system:
Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical
key. ( P. 600)
QOperation signals
A buzzer (if equipped) sounds and the em ergency flashers flash to indicate
that the doors have been locked/unlocked using the smart entry & start sys-
tem or the wireless remote control. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
Q Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked using the smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control,
the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Q Door lock buzzer (vehicles with wireless remote control and smart entry
& start system)
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously for 5 seconds. Fully close the door to stop the
buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
Q If the entry function (vehicles with smart entry & start system) or the
wireless remote control (if equipped) does not operate properly
O Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Use the key to lock and unlock
the doors. ( P. 154)
O Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Use the mechanical key to lock
and unlock the doors. ( P. 600)
O Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted. (P. 516)
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1563-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Move the inside lock button to the lock position.
Close the door while pulling the door handle.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system (vehicles with power door
lock system): The driver’s door cannot be locked if either of the door is
open and the key is in the engine switch.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: The door cannot be locked if
the engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or the
electronic key is left inside the vehicle.
However, the key may not be detected correctly and the door may be
locked.
The door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is
set.
Unlock
Lock
These locks can be set to prevent
children from opening the rear
doors. Push down on each rear
door switch to lock both rear doors.
Locking the front doors from the outside without a key
Rear door child-protector lock (double-cab models only)
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Operation of each component
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The following functions can be set or canceled:
QSetting and canceling the functions
To switch between setting and canceling, follow the procedure
below.
Close all the doors and turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNITION
ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system). (Perform
step within 20 seconds.)
Press and hold the driver’s
door lock switch ( or
) for approximately 5
seconds and then release.
The switch positions corre-
sponding to the desired function
to be set are shown in the fol-
lowing table.
Use the same procedure to can-
cel the function.
When the setting or canceling operation is complete, all the doors are
locked and then unlocked after the driver’s door lock switch is
released.
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems (if equipped)
FunctionOperation
Speed linked door lock-
ing function
All the doors are locked when the vehicle speed
is approximately 20 km/h (12 mph) or higher.
Driver’s door linked door
unlocking function
All the doors are unlocked when the driver’s
door is opened within approximately 45 seconds
after turning the engine switch off.
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FunctionDriver’s door lock
switch position
Speed linked door locking function
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function

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QImpact detection door lock release system (if equipped)
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, all the doors are
unlocked. Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, how-
ever, the system may not operate.
Q Conditions affecting operation
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
O Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facility
that generates strong radio waves
O When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless communi-
cation device
O When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
O When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic object
O When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
O When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as a
personal computer
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
 P. 166
WARNING
QTo prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out,
resulting in death or serious injury.
O Ensure that all doors are properly closed and locked.
O Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the driver’s door, as the door may be opened
even if the inside lock button is in locked position.
O Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seated in the rear
seats.

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Q Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)
When starting the engine or changing engine switch modes
The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the vehicle.
(The electronic key is not detected when it is on the floor or on the instru-
ment panel.)
Q Battery-saving function
The battery-saving function will be acti vated in order to prevent the battery
from being discharged while the vehicle is not in operation for a long time.
Q Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function
When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping
the electronic key from receiving radio waves.
When locking or unlocking the doors
The system can be operated when the
electronic key is within about 0.7 m (2.3
ft.) of either of the lock/unlock button on
the outside door handle. (Only the
doors detecting the key can be oper-
ated.)
Press twice while pressing and
holding . Confirm that the electronic
key indicator flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the
smart entry & start system cannot be
used. To cancel the function, press any of
the electronic key buttons.

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Q Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situa-
tions, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control
and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Ways of coping: P. 600)
O When the electronic key battery is depleted
O Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
O When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
O When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
O When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
O When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
O When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or pers onal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
O If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
O When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices