Toyota 2012 Highlander Owner's Manual page 138

2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
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Starting the engine
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Driving
STEP 1
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.
STEP 2
Release the parking brake.
STEP 3
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
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Stopping
STEP 1
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
STEP 2
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P or N.
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Parking the vehicle
STEP 1
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
STEP 2
Set the parking brake.
STEP 3
Shift the shift lever to P.
When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.
STEP 4
Vehicles without smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the "LOCK" position to stop the
engine.
Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF to stop the
engine.
STEP 5
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
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