Starting the engine
Changing the engine switch positions
The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in p.)
Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used.
All electrical components can be used.
For starting the engine.

Turning the key from “acc” to “lock”

If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. („_P. 76) 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.
Caution
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.
Notice
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
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with a
smart key system)If a warning light turns on or
a warning buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning
lights comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but
then goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction
in the system. However, if this continues to occur, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Actions to ...
Brake pedal load sensing switch
On-vehicle inspection
Inspect brake pedal load sensing switch
Hint:
Do not remove the brake pedal load sensing switch
from the brake pedal support.
When there is a malfunction in the brake pedal load
sensing switch, replace the brake pedal support.
Disconnect the brake pedal l ...
Purpose of readiness tests
The on-board diagnostic (obd ii) system is designed to
monitor the performance of emission related components,
and indicate any detected abnormalities with dtc
(diagnostic trouble codes). Since various components
need to be monitored during different driving conditions,
the obd ii syste ...