Toyota Matrix 2009 Owner's Manual page 319

2-1. Driving procedures
Turning the engine switch from "ACC" to "LOCK"
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Steering lock release
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If the engine does not start
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The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 60)
Key reminder buzzer
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A buzzer sounds if the driver's door is opened while the engine switch is in
the "LOCK" position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
When starting the engine
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Always start the engine while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
n Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the "LOCK" position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the
engine switch only to the "ACC" position.
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Shift the shift lever to P (auto-
STEP 1
matic transmission) or N (man-
ual transmission).
(→P. 110, 115)
Push in the key and turn to the
STEP 2
"LOCK" position.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the "LOCK"
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly in either
direction.