Toyota Corolla Owners Manual: Changing the engine switch positions
1 “LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (Vehicles with an automatic
transmission or continuously variable transmission: The key can be removed only
when the shift lever is in P.) 2 “ACC”
Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used.
3 “ON”
All electrical components can be used.
4 “START”
For starting the engine.
■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
1 Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission or continuously variable transmission) or N (manual transmission).
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.
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.
■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
●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 vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Starting the engine
► Automatic transmission or continuously
variable transmission
1 Check that the parking brake is set.
2 Check that the shift lever is set in P.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
4 Turn the ...
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key system)
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your
person starts the engine or changes engine switch modes. ...
Other materials:
Vehicle identification
■ Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering
the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument p ...
Washer fluid
Add washer fluid in the following situations:
● A washer does not work.
● Vehicles without a multi-information display: The low windshield washer fluid
warning light (if equipped) comes on.
● Vehicles with a multi-information display: The warning message (if equipped) appear ...
Inspection procedure
1 Check low pitched horn assy
Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to the terminal
and negative (–) lead to the horn body, and check that
the horn blows.
2 Check relay (marking: horn)
Remove the relay from the engine room j/b.
check the horn relay continu ...
