Toyota Grand Highlander (AS10) 2024 Owners Manual / Driving / Driving procedures / Changing engine switch modes

Toyota Grand Highlander (AS10): Changing engine switch modes

Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

1. Off*1
   The emergency flashers can be used.
2. ACC*2
   Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used.
3. ON
   All electrical components can be used.

*1:If the shift lever is in a position other than P or the shift release button is pressed when turning off the engine, the engine switch will be turned to ACC, not to OFF.

*2:ACC mode can be enabled/disabled on the customize menu.

■Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACC or ON (the engine is not running) for more than 20 minutes with the shift lever is in P or the shift release button is not pressed, the engine switch will automatically turn to OFF. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time when the engine is not running.

■When ACC customization is in off

• With the engine switch is turned off, the Multimedia Display can still be used for a certain time until the battery saving function starts operating.
• When the safe exit assist is operating, a buzzer will sound and a voice guidance will be given.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

• Do not leave the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time without the engine running.
• If "ACCESSORY" or "POWER ON" is displayed on the meters while the engine is not running, the engine switch is not off.

  Exit the vehicle after turning the engine switch off.

When stopping the engine with the shift position in a position other than P

If the engine is stopped when the shift lever is in a position other than P or the shift release button is pressed, the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACC. Perform the following procedure to turn the switch off:

1. Check that the parking brake is set.

2. Shift the shift lever to P.

Do not press the shift release button after shifting the shift position to P.

3. Check that "POWER ON" is displayed on the multi-information display and press the engine switch shortly and firmly.

4. Check that "ACCESSORY" or "POWER ON" on the multi-information display are off.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not stop the engine with the shift lever in a position other P or the shift release button pressed. If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P or the shift release button pressed, the engine switch will not be turned off and remained to ON.

If the vehicle is left in ON, battery discharge may occur.