2009 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 169

2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ith smart key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes "ENGINE START STOP" switch modes. n Starting the engine The engine can be started in any mode by operating the "ENGINE START STOP" switch at the same time as depressing the brake pedal. 2 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Sit in the driver's seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. The "ENGINE START STOP" switch indicator turns green. If the indicator does not turn green, the engine cannot be started. When driving STEP 4 Press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch. The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30 seconds, whichever is less. Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is completely started. The engine can be started from any mode. 143