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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a

smart key system)

Starting the engine

1

Check that the parking brake is set.

2

Check that the shift lever is in P.

3

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

4

Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the engine.

Changing the engine switch positions

“LOCK”

The steering wheel is locked and

the key can be removed. The key

can be removed only when the

shift lever is in P.

“ACC”

Some electrical components such

as the power outlet can be used.

“ON”

All electrical components can be used.

“START”

For starting the engine.

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■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”

1

Shift the shift lever to P. (P . 1 88)

2

Push in the key and turn it to the

“LOCK” position.

■If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 81)

Contact your Toyota dealer.

■When the steering lock cannot be released

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.

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■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.

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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. 409)

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 your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a

smart key system)

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

Check that the parking brake is set.

2

Check that the shift lever is in P.

3

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and message will be displayed on the multi-information display.

If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be started.

4

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.

The engine can be started from

any engine switch mode.

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Stopping the engine

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1

2

3

4

Stop the vehicle.

Set the parking brake (P . 1 95), and shift the shift lever to P.

Press the engine switch.

Release the brake pedal and check that “ACCESSORY” on the

multi-information display is off.

Changing engine switch modes

Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake

pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

Off*

The emergency flashers can be

used.

The multi-information display will

not be displayed.

ACCESSORY

IGNITION ON

ACCESSORY mode

Some electrical components such

as the audio system can be used.

“ACCESSORY” will be displayed

on the multi-information display.

IGNITION ON mode

All electrical components can be

used.

“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

*: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the engine,

the engine switch will be turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to off.

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

than P

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:

1

Check that the parking brake is set.

2

Shift the shift lever to P.

3

Check that “ACCESSORY” and “Turn Power Off.” are displayed on

the multi-information display and then press the engine switch

once.

4

Check that “ACCESSORY” and “Turn Power Off.” on the multi-infor-

mation display are off.

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■Automatic engine shut off feature

●The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the

engine when the shift lever is in P with the engine running for an extended

period.

●The engine will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it has

been left running while the shift lever is in P.

●The timer for the automatic engine shut off feature will reset if the brake

pedal is depressed or if the shift lever is in a position other than P.

●After the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock switch

(P. 121) from the inside or the mechanical key (P. 449) from the outside,

the automatic engine shut off feature will be disabled. The timer for the auto-

matic engine shut off feature will be re-enabled if the driver’s door is

opened.

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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.

■Electronic key battery depletion

P. 114

■Conditions affecting operation

P. 134

■Notes for the entry function

P. 135

■If the engine does not start

●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 81)

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.

■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

“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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■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.

■When the “Smart Key System Malfunction. See Owner’s Manual.” is dis-

played on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer immediately.

■If the electronic key battery is depleted

P. 383

■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. 449

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 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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WARNING

■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.

■When parking

Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless

and odorless.

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases to enter the vehicle and may

lead to an accident caused by lightheadedness, or may lead to death or a

serious health hazard.

●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area or a closed area, such as a

garage, stop the engine.

●Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. If such a

situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and ensure

that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

●Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it

is snowing.

If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running,

exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.

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NOTICE

■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.

■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

Shifting the shift lever

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.

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Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

Parking the vehicle/starting the engine

Reversing

P

R

N

D

Neutral

Normal driving*¹

7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode driving*²

M

(P . 1 89)

*¹: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for

normal driving.

*²: Selecting gear step using the M position achieves suitable engine braking

forces by operating the shift lever.

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Selecting a driving mode

P. 267

Changing gear steps in the M position

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.

1

2

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.

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■Gear step functions

●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.)

■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.

■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. 267)

■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.)

■Restraining sudden start (Drive-start Control)

P. 164

■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:

1

Set the parking brake.

2

Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a smart key

system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system).

3

4

Depress the brake pedal.

Remove the cover.

Remove the cover using flathead

screwdriver. To prevent damage to the

cover, tip the screwdriver with a rag.

4

5

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.

■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.)

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WARNING

■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.

■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

Operating instructions

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.

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Left turn

■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.

■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.

■Customization

The number of times the turn signals flash during a lane change can be

changed. (Customizable feature P. 494)

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Parking brake

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

Automatic mode

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 . 1 95)

Turns automatic mode on

(while the vehicle is stopped,

pull and hold the parking brake

(U.S.A.)

switch until “EPB Shift Interlock

Function Activated.” will be dis-

played on the multi-information

(Canada)

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)

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Manual mode

The parking brake can be set and released manually.

Pull the parking brake switch to

set the parking brake

(U.S.A.)

The parking brake indicator light

and parking brake lamp will turn

on.

(Canada)

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.

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If the parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp flashes,

operate the switch again. (P. 423)

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■Parking brake operation

●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.

■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.

■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.

■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.

■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.

■Changing the mode

When changing the automatic mode on/off, the message will be shown on the

multi-information display and the buzzer sounds.

■Parking the vehicle

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P. 163

■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.

■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.

■If the brake system warning light comes on

P. 423

■Usage in winter time

P. 293

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WARNING

■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.

■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

■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

The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift

lever is in a forward driving position or N 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 the forward driving position to

allow smooth start off.

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.

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■Brake hold function

●If the brake pedal is left released for a period of about 3 minutes after the

system has started holding the brake, the parking brake will be set automat-

ically. In this case, a warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the

multi-information display.

●To turn the system off while the system is holding the brake, firmly depress

the brake pedal and press the button again.

●The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a

steep incline. In this situation, it may be necessary for the driver to apply the

brakes. A warning buzzer will sound and the multi-information display will

inform the driver of this situation. If a warning message is shown on the

multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

■When the parking brake is set automatically while the system is holding

the brakes

Perform any of the following operations to release the parking brake.

●Depress the accelerator pedal. (The parking brake will not be released auto-

matically if the seat belt is not fastened.)

●Operate the parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

Make sure that the parking brake indicator light goes off. (P . 1 94)

■When an inspection at your Toyota dealer is necessary

When the brake hold standby indicator (green) does not illuminate even when

the brake hold switch is pressed with the brake hold system operating condi-

tions met, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected at

your Toyota dealer.

■If “Brake Hold Fault. Depress Brake to Deactivate. Visit Your Dealer.” is

displayed on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

■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.

■If the brake hold operated indicator flashes

P. 423

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WARNING

■When the vehicle is on a steep incline

When using the brake hold system on a steep incline exercise caution. The

brake hold function may not hold the vehicle in such a situation.

■When stopped on a slippery road

The system cannot stop the vehicle when the gripping ability of the tires has

been exceeded. Do not use the system when stopped on a slippery road.

NOTICE

■When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system is not designed for use when parking the vehicle for

a long period of time. Turning the engine switch off while the system is hold-

ing the brake may release the brake, which would cause the vehicle to

move. When operating the engine switch, depress the brake pedal, shift the

shift lever to P and set the parking brake.

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