Starting the engine
Changing the engine switch positions

■Turning the key from "ACC" to "LOCK"
1. Shift the shift lever to P.
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.
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 turning the steering wheel slightly left and right.

■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.
■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.
■To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the engine switch in the "ACC" or "ON" position for long periods of time without the engine running.
■When starting the engine
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PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
HINT:
If a problem occurs in certain locations or at certain times of day,
check for the possibility of wave interference.
When the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is brought near an
electrical key and TPMS receiver assembly (RF band), door outsid ...
Toyota CH-R Service Manual > Repair Instruction: Precaution
PRECAUTION
BASIC REPAIR HINT
(a) HINTS ON OPERATIONS
1
Attire
Always wear a clean uniform.
A hat and safety shoes must be worn.
2
Vehicle protection
Prepare a grille cover, fender cover, seat cove ...