Toyota BZ4X 2023, Owner'S Manual

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5-2. Driving procedures
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shown on the multi-information
display, read the message and fol-
low the instructions.
● If the door is unlocked with the
mechanical key, the EV system
cannot be started using the smart
key system. Refer to P.540 to start
the EV system. However, if the
electronic key is carried inside the
vehicle and the doors are locked
(

P.170), the EV system can be
started.
■ When the ambient temperature
is low, such as during winter
driving conditions
● When starting the EV system, the
flashing time of the “READY” indi-
cator 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 traction battery is
extremely cold (below approxi-
mately -22°F [-30°C]) under the
influence of the outside tempera-
ture, it may not be possible to start
the EV system. In this case, try to
start the EV system again after the
temperature of the traction battery
increases due to the outside tem-
perature increase, etc.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific
to an battery electric vehicle

P.74
■ If the 12-volt battery is dis-
charged
The EV system cannot be started
using the smart key system. Refer
to P.541 to restart the EV system.
■ Electronic key battery depletion

P.162
■ Conditions affecting operation

P.188
■ Note for the entry function

P.189
■ If there is a malfunction in the
smart key system
If “Smart Key System Malfunction”
is displayed on the multi-information
display, the system may be malfunc-
tioning. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■ If the “READY” indicator does
not come on
In the event that the “READY” indi-
cator does not come on even after
performing the proper procedures
for starting the vehicle, contact your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ If the EV system is malfunction-
ing

P.80
■ Electronic key battery

P.497
■ Operation of the power switch
● If the switch is not pressed shortly
and firmly, the power switch mode
may not change or the EV system
may not start.
● If attempting to restart the EV sys-
tem immediately after turning the
power switch to OFF, the EV sys-
tem may not start in some cases.
After turning the power switch to
OFF, please wait a few seconds
before restarting the EV system.
■ Customization
If the smart key system has been
deactivated in a customized setting,
refer to P.540.
WARNING
■ When starting the EV system
Always start the EV system while
sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal
while starting the EV system
under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.