On-Vehicle Inspection: Notes

CHECK POWER SWITCH MODE CHANGE FUNCTION
1. Check the function of the power switch.
  1. Check that power switch mode changes in accordance with the conditions of the shift position and brake pedal.
  HINT:
  
  For the vehicles with the smart entry system, the power switch functions not only when the key is inserted into the key slot but also when the driver carries the key.
  
  Fig 1: Power Switch Mode Change Function Chart
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Check if power switch mode changes without pressing the power switch.
  1. With power switch mode ON (ACC) and the shift position in P, pull out the key. Check that power switch mode changes from ON (ACC) to OFF automatically.
  2. With power switch mode ON (ACC) and the shift position in P, wait for at least 1 hour. Check that power switch mode changes from ON (ACC) to OFF automatically.

CHECK KEY INTERLOCK FUNCTION

Insert the key into key slot, and change power switch modes and shift position according to the table below. Check whether or not the key is locked in the key slot.

POWER SWITCH MODE REFERENCE

Power Switch Mode	Shift Position	Key Status
OFF	P	Not locked in
OFF	Any position except P	-
ON (ACC)	P	Not locked in
ON (ACC)	Any position except P	Locked in
ON (IG)	P	Locked in
ON (IG)	Any position except P	Locked in
READY (hybrid system ON)	P	Locked in
READY (hybrid system ON)	Any position except P	Locked in

CHECK INDICATOR CONDITION

Check the power indicator on the power switch.

Check that the power indicator illuminates and changes its color according to the table below.

POWER SWITCH MODE REFERENCE

Power Switch Mode	Indicator Status
OFF	OFF
ON (ACC)	Green illumination
ON (IG)	Amber illumination
Hybrid System ON	OFF
Push button start system malfunctioning	Flashes continuously in amber

Fig 2: Identifying Power Indicator On Power Switch