Toyota CH-R: Power (ignition) switch

Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes power switch modes.

Starting the hybrid system

1. Pull the parking brake switch to check that the parking brake is set.

The parking brake indicator will come on.

2. Firmly depress the brake pedal.

and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.

When the shift position is N, the hybrid system cannot start.

Shift the shift position to P when starting the hybrid system.

3. Press the power switch shortly and firmly.

When operating the power switch, one short, firm press is enough. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.

If the "READY" indicator turns on, the hybrid system will operate normally.

Continue depressing the brake pedal until the "READY" indicator is illuminated.

The hybrid system can be started from any power switch mode.

4. Check that the "READY" indicator is illuminated.

The vehicle cannot be driven if the "READY" indicator is off.

■Power switch illumination

In the following situations, the power switch is illuminated.

• When the driver's or passenger's door is opened.
• When the power switch is in ACC or ON.
• When the power switch mode is changed from ACC or ON to off.

Also, in the following situation, the power switch flashes.

• When depressing the brake pedal while carrying the electronic key.

■If the hybrid system does not start

• The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated.

  Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

• If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.
• The smart entry & start system may not be operating properly.
• If the door is unlocked with the mechanical key, the hybrid system cannot be started using the smart entry & start system. Refer to P.209 to start the hybrid system. However, if the electronic key is carried inside the vehicle and the doors are locked, the hybrid system can be started.

■When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving conditions

• When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the "READY" indicator may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the "READY" indicator is steady on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
• When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is extremely cold (below approximately -30ºC [-22ºF] ) under the influence of the outside temperature, it may not be possible to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to start the hybrid system again after the temperature of the hybrid battery increases due to the outside temperature increase, etc.

■If the 12-volt battery is discharged

The hybrid system cannot be started using the smart entry & start system.

■Steering lock function (if equipped)

• After turning the power switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
• When the steering lock cannot be released, "Push POWER Switch while Turning the Steering Wheel in Either Direction" will be displayed on the multi-information display.

  Press the power switch shortly and firmly while turning the steering wheel left and right.

• To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case, refrain from operating the power switch. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.

■If the "READY" indicator does not come on

In the event that the "READY" indicator does not come on even after performing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

■Operation of the power switch

• If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may not change or the hybrid system may not start.
• If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the power switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid system.

■Customization

If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized setting.

WARNING

■When starting the hybrid system

Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■Caution while driving (vehicles with steering lock function)

If hybrid system 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.

NOTICE

■When starting the hybrid system

If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power switch

If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

Stopping the hybrid system

1. Stop the vehicle completely.

2. Set the parking brake.)

3. Press the P position switch.

Check that the shift position indicator shows P and the parking brake indicator is illuminated.

4. Press the power switch.

The hybrid system will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished (the shift position indicator will be extinguished a few seconds after the meter display).

5. Release the brake pedal and check that "ACCESSORY" or "IGNITION ON" is not shown on the meter.

■When the shift control system malfunctions

If the shift control system is malfunctioning, when attempting to turn the power switch off, it may not be able to be turned off. In this situation, it may be possible to turn the power switch off by applying the parking brake and then operating the power switch.

If there is a malfunction in the system, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

■When the hybrid system is stopped

Even if the power switch is turned off, the cooling fan may continue to operate for a short time.

WARNING

■Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency

• If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emergency. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
• If the power 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 hybrid system after an emergency shutdown, shift the shift position to N and press the power switch shortly and firmly.

Changing power switch modes

Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

1. "ACCESSORY"
2. "IGNITION ON"

1. OFF

The emergency flashers can be used.

2. ACC*

Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used.

"ACCESSORY" will be displayed on the multi-information display.

3. ON

All electrical components can be used.

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

*: Setting can be customized.

■Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACC for more than 20 minutes or ON (the hybrid system is not operating) for more than 20 minutes with the shift position in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent the 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the power switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time when the hybrid system is not operating.

NOTICE

■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

• Do not leave the power switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time without the hybrid system on.
• If "ACCESSORY" or "IGNITION ON" is displayed on the multi-information display, the power switch is not off. Exit the vehicle after turning the power switch off.