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If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P,
the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to
ACCESSORY mode. Perform the following procedure to turn the
switch off:

Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check that “ACCESSORY” and “Turn power OFF.” are displayed
on the multi-information display and then press the engine switch
once.
Check that “ACCESSORY” and “Turn power OFF.” on the multi-
information display are off.

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Auto power off function
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 periods of time when the engine is not running.

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Electronic key battery depletion
P. 108

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Conditions affecting operation
P. 128

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Notes for the entry function
P. 129

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If the engine does not start

●

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (

P. 74)

Contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the
shift lever is displaced out of P.
“Shift to P Position to Start.” will be displayed on the multi-information dis-
play.

When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other
than P

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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.

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When the steering lock cannot be released

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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 operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning.

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When the “Entry & Start System Malfunction. See Owner’s Manual.” is
displayed on the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.

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If the electronic key battery is depleted
P. 386

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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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If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting
P. 448

“Push ENGINE Switch while Turning The
Steering Wheel in Either Direction.” will be
displayed on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the engine switch while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.

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WARNING

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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.

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Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle 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.

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Stopping the engine in an emergency

●

If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle,
press and hold the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in succession. (

P. 409)

However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. 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 vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

●

If the engine switch is operated while the vehicle is running, a warning
message will be shown on the multi-information display and a buzzer
sounds.

●

When restarting the engine after it was turned off while driving, shift the
shift lever to N and press the engine switch.

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NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

●

Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
for long periods of time without the engine running.

●

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is displayed on the multi-information
display, the engine switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always
check that the engine switch is off.

●

Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If
the engine is stopped in another shift lever position, the engine switch will
not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehi-
cle is left in ACCESSORY mode, battery discharge may occur.

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When starting the engine

●

Do not race a cold engine.

●

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact
your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Continuously variable transmission

Vehicles without a smart key system:
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position and the brake
pedal depressed

, shift the shift lever while pushing the shift

release button on the shift knob.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
While the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the
brake pedal depressed*, shift the shift lever while pushing the
shift release button on the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever while pushing the shift release button on
the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever normally.

When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped and the brake pedal is depressed.

: To shift the shift lever from P, the brake pedal must be depressed

before the shift release button is pushed. If the shift release button is
pushed first, the shift lock will not be released.

Shifting the shift lever

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: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for

normal driving.

: Selecting gear step using the M position achieves suitable engine braking

forces by operating the shift lever.

P. 263

To enter 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode, shift the shift lever
to M position. Gear steps can then be selected by operating the shift
lever, allowing you to drive in the gear step of your choosing.

Upshifting
Downshifting

The gear changes once every time
the shift lever is operated.
The selected gear step, from M1 to
M7, will be displayed in the meter.

However, even when in the M position, the gear steps will be auto-
matically changed if the engine speed is too high, or too low.

Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

Parking the vehicle/starting the engine

Reversing

Neutral

Normal driving

7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode driving

(

P. 182)

Selecting a driving mode

Changing gear steps in the M position

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Gear step functions

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You can choose from 7 levels of engine braking force.

●

A lower gear step will provide greater engine braking force than a higher
gear step, and the engine speed will also increase.

■

If the 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode indicator does not come
on even after shifting the shift lever to M
This may indicate a malfunction in the continuously variable transmission
system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when
the shift lever is in D.)

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When the vehicle comes to a stop with the shift lever in the M position

●

The transmission will automatically downshift to M1 once the vehicle is
stopped.

●

After a stop, the vehicle will start off in M1.

●

When the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is set at M1.

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When driving with dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control will not be
canceled.

●

When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
(

P. 263)

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Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)

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Restraining sudden start (Drive-start Control)
P. 158

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Shift lock system
The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the engine switch is in the
“ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system), and the brake pedal is being depressed.

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal while
pressing the button on the shift knob, there may be a problem with the shift
lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:

Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a smart key
system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system).
Depress the brake pedal.

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G AI-SHIFT
G AI-SHIFT automatically selects a suitable gear for sporty driving according
to driver’s input and driving conditions. G AI-SHIFT operates automatically
when the shift lever is in D and sport mode is selected for the driving mode.
(Selecting normal mode or shifting the shift lever to the M position cancels
this function.)

Remove the cover.
Remove the cover using flathead
screwdriver. To prevent damage to the
cover, tip the screwdriver with a rag.

Press the shift lock override button
while pressing the button on the shift
knob.
The shift lever can be shifted while the
button is pressed.

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WARNING

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When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in
the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.

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To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock
Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking
brake and depress the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal
when the shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted
out of P, the vehicle may suddenly start, possibly leading to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.

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Turn signal lever

Right turn
Lane change to the right (move
the lever partway and release
it)

The right hand signals will flash 3
times.

Lane change to the left (move
the lever partway and release
it)

The left hand signals will flash 3
times.

Left turn

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Turn signals can be operated when



Vehicles without a smart key system

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.



Vehicles with a smart key system

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.

■

If the turn signals stop flashing before a lane change has been per-
formed
Operate the lever again.

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Customization
The number of times the turn signals flash during a lane change can be
changed. (Customizable feature

P. 486)

Operating instructions

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Parking brake

The parking brake is set or released automatically according to shift
lever operation.
Even when in automatic mode, the parking brake can be set and
released manually. (

P. 188)

Turns  automatic  mode  on
(while  the  vehicle  is  stopped,
pull and hold the parking brake
switch until “EPB Shift Interlock
Function Activated.” will be dis-
played  on  the  multi-information
display)

• When the shift lever is moved

out of P, the parking brake will
be released, and the parking
brake indicator light and parking
brake lamp turn off.

• When the shift lever is moved

into P, the parking brake will be
set, and the parking brake indi-
cator light and parking brake
lamp turn on.

Operate the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed.

Turns automatic mode off (while the vehicle is stopped, press and
hold the parking brake switch until “EPB Shift Interlock Function
Deactivated.” will be displayed on the multi-information display)

A selections can be made as desired from the following modes.

Automatic mode

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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The parking brake can be set and released manually.

Pull the parking brake switch to
set the parking brake

The  parking  brake  indicator  light
and  parking  brake  lamp  will  turn
on.
Pull  and  hold  the  parking  brake
switch if an emergency occurs and
it is necessary to operate the park-
ing brake while driving.

Push the parking brake switch
to release the parking brake

Operate  the  parking  brake  switch
while depressing the brake pedal.
Make  sure  that  the  parking  brake
indicator  light  and  parking  brake
lamp turn off.

If the parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp flashes,
operate the switch again. (

P. 422)

Manual mode

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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Parking brake operation

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When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart
key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system), the
parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake switch.

●

When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart
key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system),
automatic mode (automatic brake setting and releasing) is not available.

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Automatic release function
The parking brake is automatically released when slowly depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
The parking brake will be released automatically under the following condi-
tions:

●

The driver’s door is closed.

●

The driver’s seatbelt is fastened.

●

Shift the shift lever is in a forward or reverse position.

●

The malfunction indicator lamp or brake system warning light is not illumi-
nated.

If the automatic release function does not operate, manually release the park-
ing brake.

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If “EPB Frequently Operated, Wait a Minute.” is displayed on the
multi-information display
If the parking brake is operated repeatedly over a short period of time, the
system may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain
from operating the parking brake. Normal operation will return after about 1
minute.

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If “EPB Activation Incomplete.” or “EPB Unavailable” is displayed on the
multi-information display
Operate the parking brake switch. If the message does not disappear after
operating the switch several times, the system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Parking brake operation sound
When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp

●

Depending on the engine switch position/mode, the parking brake indicator
light and parking brake lamp will turn on and stay on as described below:



Vehicles without a smart key system

In the “ON” position: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in the “ON” position: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.



Vehicles with a smart key system

IGNITION ON mode: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in IGNITION ON mode: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.

●

When the engine switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking
brake indicator light and parking brake lamp stay on for about 15 seconds.
This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Changing the mode
When changing the automatic mode on/off, the message will be shown on the
multi-information display and the buzzer sounds.

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Parking the vehicle
P. 157

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Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged.
“EPB Applied.” is displayed on the multi-information display.

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Warning messages and buzzers
Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution. If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

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If the brake system warning light comes on
P. 422

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Usage in winter time
P. 287

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WARNING

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When parking the vehicle
Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone. The parking brake may be
released unintentionally and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that
may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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Parking brake switch
Do not set any objects near the parking brake switch. Objects may interfere
with the switch and may lead the parking brake to unexpectedly operate.

NOTICE

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When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake
and make sure that the vehicle does not move.

■

When the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.

■

When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately if this
occurs.

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Brake Hold

Turns the brake hold system on

The  brake  hold  standby  indicator
(green)  comes  on.  While  the  sys-
tem is holding the brake, the brake
hold  operated  indicator  (yellow)
comes on.

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Brake hold system operating conditions
The brake hold system cannot be turned on in the following conditions:

●

The driver’s door is not closed.

●

The driver is not wearing the seat belt.

If any of the conditions above are detected when the brake hold system is
enabled, the system will turn off and the brake hold standby indicator light will
go off. In addition, if any of the conditions are detected while the system is
holding the brake, a warning buzzer will sound and a message will be shown
on the multi-information display. The parking brake will then be set automati-
cally.

The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift
lever in any position other than P or R with the system on and
the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the vehicle. The
system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is
depressed with the shift lever in any position other than P or N
to allow smooth start off.

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