2009 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 355

2-1. Driving procedures n Turning the engine switch from "ACC" to "LOCK" STEP 1 Shift the shift lever to P (auto- matic transmission) or N (manual transmission). (→P. 110, 115) STEP 2 Push in the key and turn to the "LOCK" position. n Steering lock release When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in the "LOCK" position. To free it, turn the key while turning the steering wheel slightly in either direction. n If the engine does not start The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 60) n Key reminder buzzer 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 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. 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. 108