Starting and driving
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Steering wheel lock
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[For vehicles equipped with the keyless operation system]
For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the
keyless operation system, refer to “Keyless operation system:
Steering wheel lock” on page 1-30.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the keyless operation sys-
tem]
To lock
Remove the key at the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.
To unlock
Turn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering
wheel slightly.
CAUTION
!
● Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch while driving. The steering wheel will be
locked, causing loss of control.
● If the engine is stopped while driving, the brake ser-
vomechanism will cease to function and braking
efficiency will deteriorate. Also, the power steering
system will not function and it will require greater
manual effort to operate the steering.
● Do not leave the key in the “ON” position for a long
time when the engine is not running, doing so will
cause the battery to be discharged.
● Do not turn the key to the “START” position while
the engine is running. Doing so could damage the
starter motor.