Toyota Corolla 2012 Owners Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
2
When driving
Interior fea-
3
tures
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
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For owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Before driving
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer
system................................ 81
1-1. Key information
Keys..................................... 22
1-2. Opening, closing
locking the doors and
trunk
Smart key system................. 25
Wireless remote control ....... 36
Doors.................................... 41
Trunk.................................... 47
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats........................... 51
Rear seats............................ 54
Head restraints..................... 56
Seat belts............................. 58
Steering wheel ..................... 66
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror.......................... 67
Outside rear view mirrors..... 69
1-4. Opening a
windows
Power windows .................... 71
Moon roof............................. 73
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ..................................... 77
nd closing the
and
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture......... 84
SRS airbags ......................... 86
Front passenger occupant
classification system........... 98
Child restraint systems ....... 103
Installing child restraints ..... 107
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle.............. 120
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
key system) ...................... 131
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system) ...................... 135
Automatic transmission ...... 139
Manual transmission........... 145
Turn signal lever................. 146
Parking brake ..................... 147
Horn.................................... 148
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters............ 149
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 152
Multi-information display..... 156
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2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight swi
tch.................. 160
Fog light switch................... 164
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................. 166
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control...................... 169
Driving assist systems ........ 173
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ............. 177
Vehicle load limits............... 180
Winter driving tips ............... 181
Trailer towing
(2.4 L 4-cylinder
[2AZ-FE] engine) .............. 185
Trailer towing
(1.8 L 4-cylinder
[2ZR-FE] engine).............. 200
Dinghy towing (automatic
transmission) .................... 201
Dinghy towing (manual
transmission) .................... 202
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system.............................. 206
Manual air conditioning
system.............................. 212
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers............... 219
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types............ 220
Using the radio................... 232
Using the CD player........... 236
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs....................... 243
Operating an iPod .............. 252
Operating a USB
memory............................ 261
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 269
Using the AUX port............. 273
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 275
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3
4
5
6
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
audio s
Bluetooth
ystem
®
audio/phone..... 279
Using the Bluetooth
audio/phone ..................... 282
Operating a Bluetooth
enabled portable player.... 287
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3-4. Using the hands-free
phone system
(for cellular phone)
Making a phone call........... 290
Using the “SET UP” menu
(“Bluetooth” menu)........... 295
Using the “SET UP” menu
(“Phone” menu)................ 301
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Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 334
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 336
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 307
• Interior light ...................... 309
• Personal lights ................. 309
• Personal/interior lights...... 310
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 311
• Glove box......................... 312
• Console box..................... 312
• Cup holders...................... 314
• Auxiliary boxes................. 317
• Bottle holders................... 319
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 320
Vanity mirrors..................... 321
Clock.................................. 322
Ashtray............................... 323
Cigarette lighter.................. 324
Power outlet ....................... 325
Seat heaters....................... 326
Floor mat............................ 328
Compass............................ 329
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 339
General maintenance......... 341
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 344
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 345
Hood................................... 349
Positioning a floor jack........ 351
Engine compartment .......... 354
Tires.................................... 368
Tire inflation pressure......... 376
Wheels................................ 380
Air conditioning filter........... 383
Key battery ......................... 385
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 389
Light bulbs.......................... 399
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5
When trouble arises
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Vehicle specifications
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 412
If your vehicle needs to
be towed........................... 413
If you think something
is wrong ............................ 418
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 419
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 420
If you have a flat tire............ 432
If the engine will not
start................................... 444
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P.................... 446
If you lose your keys........... 447
If the electronic key does
not operate properly.......... 448
If the battery is
discharged........................ 450
If your vehicle overheats..... 456
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 459
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency........................ 461
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)........... 464
Fuel information.................. 476
Tire information .................. 479
6-2. Customization
Customizable features........ 491
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize................. 495
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For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 498
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 499
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 502
Index
Abbreviation list......................... 512
Alphabetical index.....................514
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2
3
4
5
6
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What to do if... ...........................525
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P. 160
Pictorial index
P. 164
P. 146, 160
P. 69
P. 160
P. 160, 162
P. 73
P. 349
P. 166
Exterior
Headlights (high beam) and daytime
running lights
Headlights (low beam)
Windshield wipers
Hood
Moon roof
Outside rear view mirrors
Front side marker lights
Front turn signal and parking
lights
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Front fog lights
P. 368
P. 432
P. 474
P. 479
P. 47
P. 146
P. 160
P. 41
Fuel filler door
P. 77
Doors
Trunk
Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/tail and rear side marker lights
: If equipped
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P. 312
P. 86
Pictorial index
P. 328
P. 317
P. 147
P. 139, 145
P. 51
P. 314
P. 314
P. 86
P. 312
P. 71
P. 86
P. 56
P. 58
Interior
Head restraints
Seat belts
Power window
switches
Cup holders
Parking brake lever
SRS driver airbag
Auxiliary boxes
SRS front
passenger
airbag
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Cup holders
Console box
SRS side airbags
Glove box
Floor mat
Front seats
Shift lever
P. 67
P. 309
P. 310
P. 86
A
P. 320
P. 321
P. 317
P. 71
P. 71
P. 41
P. 329
P. 73
P. 309
P. 42
P. 283
Personal lights
Personal/interior lights
Microphone , *1
Auxiliary boxes
Compass
Interior light
SRS curtain shield airbags
Moon roof switch
Anti-glare inside
rear view mirror
Sun visors
Vanity mirrors
B
Inside door lock button
Window lock
switch
Door lock switch
Power window
switches
: If equipped
*1: For vehicles with a Display Audio system, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
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P. 149
P. 156
Pictorial index
P. 166
P. 77
P. 412
P. 446
P. 324
P. 325
P. 323
P. 317
P. 369
P. 148
P. 322
P. 220
P. 349
P. 47
P. 66
P. 160
P. 146
P. 164
Instrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
Hood lock release
lever
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Clock
Horn
Emergency flasher
switch
Audio system
Fuel filler door opener
Trunk opener
Tilt and telescopic
steering control lever
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Shift lock override
button
Cigarette lighter
Power outlet
Auxiliary box
Tire pressure warning
reset switch
Ashtray
A
P. 206
P. 212
P. 81
P. 326
P. 219
P. 81
P. 326
P. 273
P. 252, 261, 273
P. 273
P. 252, 261, 273
P. 219
Automatic air conditioning syst em
Air conditioning
system
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
switch /rear window defogger switch
AUX port
AUX port/USB port
Manual air conditioning system
Air conditioning
system
AUX port
AUX port/USB port
Seat heater switches
Engine immobilizer system
indicator
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
/rear window defogger switch
switch
Seat heater switches
Engine immobilizer system
indicator
: If equipped
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P. 69
P. 317
Pictorial index
P. 173
B
Instrument panel
VSC/TRAC off switch
Auxiliary boxes
Outside rear view
mirror switches
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C
P. 135
P. 131
P. 275
P. 169
Type A
Audio remote control
switches
Talk switch , *
Cruise control switch
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system)
1
Telephone switch , *
1
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
key system)
: If equipped
1
: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
*
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Pictorial index
P. 169
P. 135
P. 275
C
Type B
Instrument panel
Audio remote control
switches
Telephone switch , *
Cruise control switch
Engine (ignition) switch
Talk switch , *
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1
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: If equipped
1
: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound
coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel
evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Vehicle control and operation data recording
Your Toyota is equipped with sophisticated computers that record certain
information about your vehicle’s operation, such as:
• Engine speed
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehicle is equipped with. The computers do not record conversations, sound or
pictures.
● Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if
the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner
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Event data recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fas-
tened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine
the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access
to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,
other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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● Disclosure of the EDR data
Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except
when:
• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle)
is obtained
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
However, if necessary, Toyota may:
• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing
information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.go v/hazardouswaste/perc hlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo-
nents may include airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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CAUTION
■ General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be
fatal to children.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
Cautions & Notices
This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if
the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must
or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota
and its equipment.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol
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The symbol of a circle with a slash through means “Do not”, “Do not
do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turning,
etc.) used to operate switches and other
devices.
Indicates the outcome of an operation
(e.g. a lid opens).
Before driving
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1-1. Key information
Keys................................... 22
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
and trunk
Smart key system .............. 25
Wireless remote control..... 36
Doors ................................. 41
Trunk.................................. 47
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats......................... 51
Rear seats.......................... 54
Head restraints................... 56
Seat belts........................... 58
Steering wheel................... 66
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror....................... 67
Outside rear view
mirrors.............................. 69
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows.................. 71
Moon roof........................... 73
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap................................... 77
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer
system ............................. 81
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture....... 84
SRS airbags....................... 86
Front passenger occupant
classification system........ 98
Child restraint systems..... 103
Installing child
restraints........................ 107
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1-1. Key information
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart key
system (P. 25)
• Operating the wireless
remote control function
(P. 36)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
Vehicles without smart key system (type A)
Master keys
Operating the wireless remote
control function (P. 36)
Valet key
Key number plate
Vehicles without smart key system (type B)
Master keys (black)
Valet key (gray)
Key number plate
Keys
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1-1. Key information
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart key system)
Take out the mechanical key.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the
entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the
mechanical key. (P. 448)
■ When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Set the trunk opener cancelling system. (P. 48)
Vehicles with smart key system: Remove the mechanical key for your own
use and provide the attendant with the electronic key only.
Vehicles without smart key system: Carry the master key for your own use
and leave the valet key only with the attendant.
■ Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the
event that a key is lost, a new key can be made by your Toy ota dealer using
the key number plate. (P. 447)
■ When riding in an aircraft
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.
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Before driving
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1-1. Key information
NOTICE
■ To prevent key damage
● Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high tempera-
tures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.
● Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate-
rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.
● Do not disassemble the electronic key.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the
electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors (P. 26)
Unlocks the trunk (P. 26)
Starts the engine (P. 131)
Electronic key
Electronic key
Electronic key
: If equipped
Smart key system
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Before driving
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Unlocking and locking the doors (front door handles only)
Grip the driver's door handle to
unlock the door. Grip the passenger's door handle to unlock all
the doors.*
Make sure to touch the sensor on
the back of the handle.
The door cannot be unlocked for
3 seconds after the door is
locked.
*: The door unlock settings can
be changed. (P. 30)
Press the lock button to lock the
door.
Unlocking the trunk
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Press the button to unlock the
trunk.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Antenna location and effective range
■ Antenna location
Antennas outside the cabin
Antenna outside the trunk
Antenna inside the trunk
Antennas inside the cabin
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Before driving
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■ Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is
detected)
When locking or unlocking
the doors
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of
either of the outside front
door handles. (Only the
doors detecting the key can
be operated.)
When starting the engine
or changing “ENGINE
START STOP” switch
modes
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
inside the vehicle.
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When unlocking the trunk
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of
the trunk release button.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■ Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from
operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 448)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● 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
● When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● 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
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using 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 personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
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Before driving
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
STEP
1
STEP
2
Unlocking doors Beep
Hold the driver's door handle to unlock
only the driver's door.
Exterior: Beeps three times
Interior: Pings once
Hold the front passenger's door handle to unlock all doors.
Hold either front door handle to unlock
all doors.
Exterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings once
■ Switching the door unlock function
It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
When the indicator on the key surface is off, press and
hold , , or for approximately 5 seconds while
pressing on the key.
The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below.
(When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at
least 5 seconds, and repeat step 2.)
■ Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to prevent the vehicle and electronic key batteries from discharging.
● When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more
● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of
the vehicle for 10 minutes or more
The system will resume operation when...
● The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch.
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control func-
tion. (P. 36)
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. (P. 448)
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