Toyota 2009 Tacoma User Manual page 137

Turning the key from ACC to LOCK
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Steering lock release
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If the engine does not start (vehicles with engine immobilizer system)
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The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 76)
Key reminder function
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A buzzer sounds if the driver's door is opened, while the engine switch is in
the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
n When starting the engine
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.
Shift the shift lever to P (auto-
matic transmission) or N (man-
ual transmission). (→P. 141,
144)
Push in the key and turn to the
LOCK position.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the LOCK posi-
tion. To free it, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel slightly in either direc-
tion.
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