5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal,
there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to pre-
vent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted:
Set the parking brake.
Except hybrid vehicle
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system:
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Hybrid vehicle
Vehicles without an electronic key:
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with an electronic key:
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
