Toyota Auris HB 2018, Owner'S Manual

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Conditions affecting operation
The push button start uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected,
preventing the push button start, wireless remote control and immobilizer sys-
tem from operating properly: (Ways of coping:

P. 536)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
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When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
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When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
●
When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices
■ To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly.
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If the push button start does not operate properly
Starting the hybrid system:
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P. 211
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Customization
It is possible to deactivate the push button start.
(Customizable features

P. 566)
■ If the push button start has been deactivated in a customized setting
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Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch modes:

P. 537
● Stopping the hybrid system:
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P. 212