Toyota Corolla: Driving procedures / Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart key system)

Starting the engine

1 Check that the parking brake is set. (®P.180, 181)

2 Check that the shift lever is in P (continuously variable transmission) or N (manual transmission).

3 Firmly depress the brake pedal (continuously variable transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission).

4 Turn the engine switch to START to start the engine.

■If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (®P.80) Contact your Toyota dealer.

■When the steering lock cannot be released

When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in OFF. To free it, turn the key while turning the steering wheel slightly left and right.

WARNING

■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.

NOTICE

■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.

• Changing the engine switch positions