Toyota Proace EV (2022 year). Manual in english — page 8
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Seat
i-Size restraint system
PROACE VERSO
Rear seats with seat and bench
i-U (c)
seat
Rear seats with 2 individual seats
i-UF (c, d)
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Row 2 and 3
(Excluding group 0)
Rear seats with 1 individual seat
i-UF (c, d)
(Excluding group 0)
i-U: Suitable for forward facing and rearward facing "Universal" i-Size restraint systems.
i-UF: Only suitable for forward facing "Universal" i-Size restraint systems.
(a) Refer to the current legislation in the country in which you are driving before placing a child in this seat position.
(b) The seat can be installed centrally in the vehicle; it then prevents the use of the outer seats.
(c) The seat in row 2 cannot be used when an i-Size child seat is installed immediately behind.
(d) Install an i-Size child restraint system only if seats are installed in forward direction.
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Manual child lock
Electric child lock
NOTICE
Mechanical system to prevent opening of the
Remote control system to
In the event of a serious impact, the electric
sliding side door using its interior lever.
prevent opening of the rear
child lock is deactivated automatically.
doors (sliding side door(s), side-
hinged rear doors or tailgate
(depending on version)) using
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their interior controls.
Any other status of the indicator lamp
This control prevents the opening of the rear
indicates a malfunction of the electric child
doors using their interior handles and the use of
lock.
the rear electric windows.
Have it checked by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
Activation/Deactivation
reliable repairer.
Locking/Unlocking
NOTICE
► Rotate the control located on the edge of the
With the child lock activated, it is still possible
side door up to lock it, or down to unlock it.
to open the doors from outside.
WARNING
► With the ignition on, press this button to
This system is independent and in no
activate/deactivate the child lock.
circumstances does it take the place of the
A message is displayed, confirming activation/
central locking control.
deactivation of the child lock.
Check the status of the child lock each time
When the indicator lamp is on, the child lock is
you switch on the ignition.
activated.
Always keep the electronic key with you when
leaving the vehicle, even for a short time.
In the event of a serious impact, the electric
child lock is switched off automatically to
permit the exit of the rear passengers.
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Child lock on rear
windows
This mechanical system
prevents opening of the left-
hand and/or right-hand rear side
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windows.
► The system is locked/unlocked using the
remote control key or the back-up key for the
Smart Entry & Start system.
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Be aware of the effect of side winds on the
Driving recommendations
WARNING
vehicle.
► Observe the driving regulations and remain
Maintenance
Do not park the vehicle or leave the engine
vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.
Inflate to the minimum pressure indicated on the
running on a flammable surface (e.g. dry
► Monitor your environment and keep your
label, or even over-inflate by 0.2 to 0.3 bar for
grass, dead leaves).The vehicle exhaust
hands on the wheel to be able to react to
long journeys.
system is very hot, even several minutes after
anything that may happen any time.
the engine stops. Risk of fire!
► Drive smoothly, anticipate the need for
Important!
braking and maintain a longer safety distance,
especially in bad weather.
WARNING
► Stop the vehicle to carry out operations that
WARNING
require close attention (such as adjustments).
Never drive on surfaces covered with
Never leave the engine running in a closed
► During long trips, take a break every two
vegetation (tall grass, accumulation of
space without sufficient ventilation.
hours.
dead leaves, crops, debris) such as a field,
Internal combustion engines emit toxic
To ensure the durability of the vehicle and
a country lane overgrown with bushes or a
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
for safety reasons, remember that certain
grassy verge.
Danger of poisoning and death!
precautionary measures must be taken when
This vegetation could come into contact with
driving the vehicle:
the vehicle's exhaust system or other systems
Manoeuvre cautiously, at low speed
WARNING
which are very hot. Risk of fire!
Manoeuvre slowly.
In very severe wintry conditions (temperature
Before turning, check that there are no obstacles
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below -23°C), let the engine run for 4 minutes
at mid-height along the sides.
before moving off, to ensure the correct
Before reversing, check that there are no
Make sure you do not leave any item in the
operation and durability of the mechanical
obstacles, particularly at high level behind the
passenger compartment which could act like
components of your vehicle (engine and
vehicle.
a magnifying glass under the effect of the
gearbox).
Be aware of the external dimensions, if ladders
sun's rays and cause a fire - risk of fire or
are fitted.
damage to interior surface!
Drive the vehicle carefully
WARNING
Take corners gently.
Never drive with the parking brake applied.
Anticipate the need to brake as the stopping
Risk of overheating and damaging the braking
distance is increased, particularly on wet or icy
system!
roads.
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► Deactivate the Stop & Start function.
- Vehicle tyres or aerodynamics when driving.
WARNING
► Drive as slowly as possible without stalling. In
- Jolting and knocking noise during hill starts.
all cases, do not exceed 6 mph (10 km/h).
Never leave a vehicle unattended with the
► Do not stop and do not switch off the motor.
In case of towing
engine running. If you have to leave your
On leaving the flooded road, as soon as safety
vehicle with the engine running, apply the
conditions allow, make several light brake
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parking brake and put the gearbox into
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applications to dry the brake discs and pads.
neutral or position N or P (depending on the
If in doubt about the state of your vehicle,
Driving with a trailer places greater demands
type of gearbox).
contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
on the towing vehicle and requires extra care
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
from the driver.
WARNING
Noise (Electric)
NOTICE
Never leave children inside the vehicle
On the outside
unsupervised.
Respect the maximum towable weights.
Due to the vehicle’s quiet operation when
At altitude: reduce the maximum load by
driving, the driver must pay particular attention.
On flooded roads
10% per 1,000 metres (3,280 ft) of altitude;
At speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h), the
We strongly advise against driving on flooded
pedestrian horn warns other road users of the
the density of the air decreases with altitude
roads, as this could cause serious damage to the
vehicle’s presence.
and the performance of the engine reduces.
engine or gearbox, as well as to your vehicle's
electrical systems.
NOTICE
WARNING
Cooling the traction battery
New vehicle: do not pull a trailer before
The cooling fan comes on during charging to
having driven at least 1,000 kilometres (620
cool the on-board charger and the traction
miles).
battery.
On the inside
NOTICE
During use, you may hear certain perfectly
If the vehicle absolutely must drive through a
If the outside temperature is high, let the
normal noises specific to electric vehicles, such
flooded section of road:
engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the vehicle
as:
► Check that the depth of the water does not
comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
- Traction battery relay when starting.
exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves that
- Vacuum pump when braking.
might be generated by other users.
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Before setting off
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant
Starting/switching off the
temperature.
Nose weight
If this warning lamp and the
engine
► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the
STOP warning lamp come
heaviest items are as close as possible to the
on, stop the vehicle and switch off the engine as
Starting
axle and the nose weight (at the point where it
soon as possible.
The parking brake must be applied.
joins your vehicle) approaches the maximum
Brakes
permitted without exceeding it.
Braking distances are increased when towing a
► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
Tyres
trailer. To avoid overheating the brakes, the use
in neutral, fully depress the clutch pedal and
► Check the tyre pressures of the towing
of engine braking is recommended.
keep the pedal down until the engine starts.
vehicle and of the trailer, observing the
► With an automatic gearbox, place the
Side wind
recommended pressures.
selector in position P then depress the brake
Bear in mind that the vehicle will be more
pedal.
Lighting
susceptible to wind when towing.
► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer
With the conventional key / With the
and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
remote control key
Anti-theft protection
NOTICE
Electronic immobiliser
If a genuine TOYOTA towing device is used,
The remote control contains an electronic chip
the rear parking sensors will be deactivated
which has a special code. When the ignition is
automatically to avoid the audible signal.
switched on, this code must be recognised in
order for starting to be possible.
When driving
A few seconds after switching off the ignition,
this system locks the engine control system,
Cooling
therefore preventing the engine from being
Towing a trailer uphill causes the coolant
started in the event of a break-in.
temperature to increase. The maximum towable
In the event of a fault, you are informed
1. Stop position.
load depends on the gradient and the exterior
by illumination of this warning lamp, an
2. Ignition on position.
temperature. The fan’s cooling capacity does not
audible signal and a message on the screen.
3. Starting position.
increase with engine speed.
The vehicle will not start; contact any authorized
► Reduce speed and lower the engine speed to
► Insert the key into the ignition switch. The
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
limit the amount of heating produced.
system recognises the starting code.
any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
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► Unlock the steering column by simultaneously
- In wintry conditions, the preheater warning
trying: risk of damaging the starter motor and
turning the steering wheel and the key.
lamp will stay on for a longer period after
the engine.
switching on the ignition; wait until it goes off
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
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before starting.
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
- In very severe wintry conditions
repairer.
In certain circumstances, a significant effort
(temperature below -23°C), to ensure correct
may be required to turn the steering wheel to
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operation and durability of the mechanical
move the wheels (if the wheels are against a
With the Smart Entry & Start
components of the vehicle (engine and
kerb, for example).
gearbox), leave the engine running for
4 minutes before starting the vehicle.
► Turn the key to position 2, ignition on, to
Never leave the engine running in an
operate the engine preheating system.
enclosed area without adequate ventilation:
► Wait until this warning lamp goes off in
internal combustion engines emit toxic
the instrument panel, then operate the
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide.
starter motor by turning the key to position 3
► Place the remote control inside the vehicle, in
Danger of poisoning and death!
without pressing the accelerator pedal, until the
the recognition zone.
engine starts. Once the engine starts, release
► Press the "START/STOP" button.
the key so it returns to position 2.
NOTICE
The steering column unlocks and the engine
NOTICE
With Petrol engine, after a cold start,
starts more or less instantly.
preheating the catalytic converter can cause
The warning lamp does not come on if the
noticeable engine vibrations when stationary,
NOTICE
engine is already hot.In certain climatic
with the engine running, for anything up to 2
conditions, it is advised to follow the
minutes (accelerated idle speed).
The warning lamp does not come on if the
recommendations below:
engine is already warm. In some climatic
- In mild conditions, do not leave the engine
conditions, it is advised to follow the
at idle to warm up but move off straight away
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recommendations below:
and drive at moderate speed.
- In mild conditions, do not leave the engine
If the engine does not start immediately,
Depending on version, if the air conditioning
at idle to warm up but move off straight away
switch off the ignition.
is activated and the exterior temperature
and drive at moderate speed.
Wait a few seconds before operating the
exceeds 35°C, the engine's idle speed may
- In wintry conditions, when the ignition is
starter motor again. If the engine does not
increase, up to 1,300 rpm, depending on the
switched on, the duration of lighting of the
start after several attempts, do not keep
cooling requirements.
preheating indicator lamp is extended. Wait
until it goes off before starting the engine.
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- In very severe wintry
If the remote control leaves the recognition
► Check that the parking brake is correctly
conditions (temperature below -23°C), to
zone, a message is displayed.
applied, particularly on sloping ground.
ensure correct operation and durability of
Move the remote control into the zone in
the mechanical components of the vehicle,
order to be able to start the engine.
WARNING
engine and gearbox, leave the engine
Never switch off the ignition before the
running for 4 minutes before moving off.
NOTICE
complete immobilisation of the vehicle. With
Never leave the engine running in an
the engine off, the braking and steering
enclosed area without adequate ventilation:
If one of the starting conditions is not met, a
assistance systems are also turned off: risk of
internal combustion engines emit toxic
message is displayed in the instrument panel.
loss of control of the vehicle.
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide.
In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn
Danger of poisoning and death!
the steering wheel while pressing the
"START/STOP" button to assist unlocking of
NOTICE
WARNING
the steering column. A message is displayed.
As a safety measure, never leave the vehicle
For Diesel vehicles, when the
without taking the remote control with you,
Switching off
even for a short time.
temperature is below zero, starting will
only occur once the preheating warning lamp
With the conventional key/With the
is off.
NOTICE
remote control key
If this warning lamp comes on after pressing
the "START/STOP" button, press down on the
► Immobilise the vehicle.
Avoid attaching heavy objects to the key or
brake or clutch pedal until the warning lamp
► Turn the key all the way to position 1 (Stop)
the remote control, which would weigh down
goes off, without pressing the "START/STOP"
and remove it from the ignition.
on its blade in the ignition switch and could
button again, until the engine starts and runs.
► To lock the steering column, turn the steering
cause a malfunction.
wheel until it locks.
NOTICE
NOTICE
The presence of the “Smart Entry & Start”
To facilitate unlocking of the steering column,
system remote control is imperative in the
it is recommended that the wheels be
recognition zone.
returned to the straight ahead position before
Never leave the vehicle with the engine
switching off the engine.
running and with the remote control on your
person.
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Key left in the ignition
► With your foot on the brake, select mode D
WARNING
or R.
► Release the brake pedal, then accelerate.
NOTICE
To avoid any risk of jamming the pedals:
On starting, the instrument panel lights up
- only use mats which are suited to the
When opening the driver's door, an alert
fixings already present in the vehicle; these
and the power indicator needle performs one
message is displayed, accompanied by an
fixings must be used,
sweep then moves to the "neutral" position. The
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audible signal, to remind you that the key is
- never place one mat on top of another.
steering column automatically unlocks (you may
still in the ignition switch at position 1 (Stop).
The use of mats not approved by TOYOTA
hear a sound and feel the steering wheel move).
If the key has been left in the ignition switch
may interfere with access to the pedals and
Switching off
at position 2 (Ignition on), the ignition will be
hinder the operation of the cruise control /
► If using a conventional or remote control
switched off automatically after one hour.
speed limiter.
key, turn the key fully to position 1 (Stop).
To switch the ignition back on, turn the key
The mats approved by TOYOTA have two
► If using Smart Entry & Start, press the
to position 1 (Stop), then back to position 2
fixings located below the seat.
"START/STOP" button.
(Ignition on).
Before exiting the vehicle, check that:
- The drive selector is in mode P.
Starting/Switching off the
With Smart Entry & Start
- The READY indicator lamp is off.
electric motor
► Immobilise the vehicle.
NOTICE
► With the remote control in the recognition
Starting
zone, press the "START/STOP" button.
The drive selector must be in mode P.
The drive selector moves automatically to
The engine stops and the steering column locks.
► If using a conventional or remote control key,
mode P when the motor is switched off or
depress the brake pedal and turn the key until it
when the driver's door is opened.
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reaches position 3.
► If using Smart Entry & Start, depress the
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the engine
brake pedal and briefly press the "START/STOP"
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will not stop.
button.
If the driver's door is opened while the
► Keep your foot on the brake pedal until the
required conditions for stopping are not
READY indicator lamp comes on and an audible
satisfied, an audible signal is emitted,
signal is emitted, indicating that the vehicle is
accompanied by the display of a warning
ready to drive.
message.
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Special case with Smart
Remote control not recognised
"Key off" mode
If the remote control is no longer in the
"Key off" mode allows you to lock the vehicle
Entry & Start
recognition zone, a message appears in the
while leaving the engine running without the key
instrument panel when closing a door or trying to
or Smart Entry & Start being inside the vehicle.
Switching on the ignition without
switch off the engine.
This mode allows electrical devices to continue
starting the engine
► To confirm switching off the engine, press
operating to ensure thermal comfort, vehicle
With the Smart Entry & Start system’s
and hold the "START/STOP" button for about
security and operation of the vehicle systems
electronic key inside the vehicle, pressing
3 seconds, then contact any authorized Toyota
needed for the task.
the "START/STOP" button, with no action on
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
the pedals, allows the ignition to be switched on.
reliable repairer.
► Pressing this button again switches off the
ignition and allows the vehicle to be locked.
Forced switch-off (also called
Back-up switch-off)
Back-up starting
In case of emergency only, the engine can be
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering column,
KEY
switched off without conditions (even when
to enable the engine to be started if the system
OFF
driving).
fails to detect the key in the recognition zone, or
► To do this, press and hold the "START/
if the battery in the electronic key is flat.
► To activate or deactivate this mode, press this
STOP" button for about 5 seconds.
In this case, the steering column locks as soon
button (the button's indicator lamp is on when
as the vehicle stops.
the mode is activated).
NOTICE
With an electric motor, this mode remains
active for about 10 minutes after the vehicle is
► Place and hold the remote control against the
locked.
reader.
► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever
in neutral, then fully depress the clutch pedal.
► With an automatic gearbox or a drive
selector, select mode P, then depress the brake
pedal.
► Press the "START/STOP" button.
The engine starts.
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Manual parking brake
WARNING
Electric parking brake
In automatic mode, this system applies the
When parking on a slope or on a steep slope
Application
parking brake when the engine is switched off
with a loaded vehicle, turn the wheels against
► With your foot on the brake pedal, pull
and releases it when the vehicle moves off.
the kerb then apply the parking brake.
the parking brake lever up to immobilise your
vehicle.
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NOTICE
Release on level ground
► With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the
Pressing the brake pedal facilitates the
parking brake lever up gently, press the release
application and release of the manual parking
button, then lower the lever fully.
brake.
When the vehicle is being driven, this
warning lamp coming on, accompanied by
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At any time, with the engine running:
an audible signal and a message, indicates that
► To apply the parking brake, briefly pull the
the parking brake is still applied or has not been
With a manual gearbox, engage a gear and
control.
fully released.
then switch off the ignition.
► To release it, briefly push the control while
pressing the brake pedal.
Automatic mode is activated by default.
WARNING
This automatic operation can be temporarily
deactivated.
With an automatic gearbox, place the gear
selector in position P, then switch off the
Indicator lamp
ignition.
This indicator lamp comes on both on the
instrument panel and on the control to
confirm that the parking brake has been applied,
accompanied by display of the message
"Parking brake applied".
The indicator lamp goes out to confirm the
release of the parking brake, accompanied by
the display of the message "Parking brake
released".
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The indicator lamp flashes in response to a
indicator lamps on the instrument panel and
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manual request to apply or release the brake.
the control must be on fixed.
If the parking brake is not applied, there is an
If you push the control lever without pressing
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audible signal and a message is displayed on
the brake pedal, the parking brake is not
opening the driver's door.
released and a message is displayed.
In the event of a battery failure, the electric
parking brake will not operate.
As a safety measure, with a manual gearbox,
WARNING
Manual application
if the parking brake is not applied, immobilise
With the vehicle stationary:
Never leave a child alone inside the vehicle,
the vehicle by engaging a gear.
► Pull briefly on the control lever.
as they could release the parking brake.
As a safety measure, with an automatic
The control lever indicator lamp flashes to
gearbox or drive selector, if the parking brake
confirm the application request.
is not applied, immobilise the vehicle by
WARNING
placing the supplied chock against one of the
Automatic operation
wheels.
When the vehicle is parked: on a steep
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
slope, heavily loaded or during towing
Automatic release
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
With a manual gearbox, turn the wheels
First ensure that the engine is running and that
repairer.
toward the pavement and engage a gear.
the driver's door is closed.
With an automatic gearbox or a drive selector,
The electric parking brake gradually releases
turn the wheels toward the pavement and
automatically as the vehicle moves off.
select mode P.
With a manual gearbox
When towing, the vehicle is approved for
► Fully depress the clutch pedal and engage
parking on slopes of up to 12%.
first gear or reverse.
► Depress the accelerator pedal and release
the clutch pedal.
Manual operation
With an automatic gearbox
► Depress the brake pedal.
Manual release
WARNING
► Select mode D, M or R.
With the ignition on or engine running:
► Release the brake pedal and depress the
Before leaving the vehicle, check that the
► Depress the brake pedal.
accelerator pedal.
parking brake is applied: the parking brake
► While maintaining pressure on the brake
With a drive selector
pedal, briefly push the control lever.
► Depress the brake pedal.
► Select mode D, B or R.
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► Release the brake pedal and depress the
Special cases
Deactivating automatic
accelerator pedal.
operation
Immobilising the vehicle with the
NOTICE
In some situations, for example when it is
engine running
extremely cold or when towing (e.g. caravan,
With an automatic gearbox or drive selector, if
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine
breakdown), it may be necessary to deactivate
the brake does not release automatically,
running, briefly pull the control lever.
automatic operation of the system.
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check that the front doors are properly closed.
Parking the vehicle with the brake
released
WARNING
WARNING
When stationary with the engine running, do
not depress the accelerator pedal
In very cold conditions (ice), applying the
unnecessarily. Risk of parking brake release.
parking brake is not recommended.
To immobilise the vehicle, engage a gear or
place the chocks against one of the wheels.
► Start the engine.
Automatic application
► Use the control lever to apply the parking
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake
brake, if it is released.
is applied automatically when the engine is
NOTICE
► Take your foot fully off the brake pedal.
switched off.
► Hold the control lever pressed in the release
With an automatic gearbox or drive selector,
direction for between 10 and a maximum of 15
WARNING
mode P is automatically selected when the
seconds.
ignition is switched off. The wheels are
It is not applied automatically if the engine
► Release the control lever.
blocked.
stalls or enters STOP mode with Stop & Start.
► Depress and hold the brake pedal.
For more information on Free-wheeling, refer
► Pull the control lever in the application
to the corresponding section.
direction for 2 seconds.
NOTICE
This indicator lamp on the instrument
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panel comes on to confirm deactivation of
In automatic mode, the parking brake can be
the automatic functions.
manually applied or released at any time
With an automatic gearbox or drive selector,
► Release the control lever and the brake
using the control.
while mode N is selected, opening the driver’s
pedal.
door triggers an audible signal. It stops when
the driver's door closes again.
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From now on, the parking brake can only be
Hill start assist
WARNING
applied and released manually using the control
System which briefly keeps the vehicle stationary
lever.
If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox and
(for approximately 2 seconds) when making a hill
Repeat this procedure to reactivate automatic
you have to move off on a steep slope (uphill
start, while you transfer your foot from the brake
operation (confirmed by the indicator lamp on the
or downhill) with a loaded vehicle, press the
pedal to the accelerator pedal.
instrument panel going off).
brake pedal, select position D, release the
It is only active when:
parking brake then release the brake pedal.
Emergency braking
- The vehicle is completely stationary, with your
foot on the brake pedal,
If depressing the brake pedal fails to provide
- Certain slope conditions are met,
Operation
effective braking or in exceptional circumstances
- The driver’s door is closed.
(e.g. driver unwell, assisted driving), the vehicle
can be braked by sustained pulling on the
WARNING
electric parking brake control. Braking continues
for as long as the control is kept pulled, and
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being held
ceases when the control is released.
temporarily by hill start assist.
The ABS and DSC systems stabilise the vehicle
If someone needs to get out of the vehicle
during emergency braking.
with the engine running, apply the parking
If emergency braking malfunctions, the message
brake manually. After that, ensure that the
"Parking brake fault" will be displayed on the
parking brake indicator lamp and the indicator
instrument panel.
lamp P in the electric parking brake control
Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary,
If the ABS and DSC systems
lever are on fixed.
the vehicle is held for a short time when the
malfunction, indicated by lighting
driver releases the brake pedal:
one or both warning lamps on the instrument
- If first gear or neutral is engaged on a manual
panel, the vehicle’s stability is no longer ensured.
WARNING
gearbox.
► In this case, ensure the vehicle's stability by
- If mode D or M is selected on an automatic
successive and repeated "pull-release" actions
The hill start assist function cannot be
gearbox.
on the electric parking brake control until the
deactivated. However, use of the parking
- If mode D or B is selected on the drive
vehicle comes to a complete stop.
brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts its
selector.
operation.
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6-speed manual gearbox
NOTICE
As a safety precaution and to facilitate engine
Engaging 5th or 6th gear
starting:
► Move the gear selector fully to the right to
- always select neutral,
engage 5th or 6th gear.
- depress the clutch pedal.
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WARNING
Failure to follow this instruction could cause
Gear efficiency indicator
Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary
permanent damage to the gearbox
and reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held
(Depending on engine.)
(inadvertent engagement of 3rd or 4th gear).
for a short time when the driver releases the
This system helps reduce fuel consumption by
brake pedal.
recommending the most appropriate gear.
Engaging reverse gear
Malfunction
Operation
If the event of a malfunction, these
Depending on the driving situation and the
warning lamps light up on the
vehicle's equipment, the system may advise to
instrument panel, accompanied by the display of
skip one or more gears.
a message.
Gear shift recommendations should not be
Have it checked by any authorized Toyota
considered compulsory. In fact, the road layout,
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
the traffic density and safety remain the deciding
reliable repairer.
factors when choosing the best gear. The driver
therefore remains responsible for deciding
whether or not to follow the indications issued by
the system.
This function cannot be deactivated.
► Raise the ring under the knob and move the
On certain Diesel versions with manual
gear lever to the left, then forwards.
gearbox, the system may suggest
changing into neutral (N is displayed in the
WARNING
instrument panel) so that the engine can go into
standby (STOP mode with Stop & Start), in
Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is
certain driving conditions.
stationary with the engine at idle.
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NOTICE
Automatic gearbox
NOTICE
Automatic 6 or 8-speed gearbox, with electronic
With an automatic gearbox, the system is only
Position N can be used in traffic jams or in a
management of gear changes. It also offers a
active in manual operation.
car wash tunnel.
manual mode with sequential gear changes
via control paddles located behind the steering
The information appears in the instrument
panel, in the form of an ascending or
wheel.
Steering mounted controls
descending arrow and the recommended gear.
Gear selector
NOTICE
WARNING
The system adapts its gear shift
recommendation according to the driving
To turn the gear selector in complete safety, it
conditions (slope, load, etc.) and the driver’s
is recommended that you keep your foot on
requirements (request for power, acceleration,
the brake pedal.
braking, etc.).
The system never suggests:
- engaging first gear.
– engaging reverse.
► Pull the right-hand "+" or left-hand "-" control
paddle towards you to change up or down.
NOTICE
The steering mounted controls do not allow
neutral to be selected and reverse gear to be
engaged or disengaged.
P.
Park.
R. Reverse.
N. Neutral.
D. Drive (automatic operation).
M. Manual (manual operation with sequential
changing of the gears).
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Information displayed on
WARNING
WARNING
the instrument panel
If you are setting off from a steep slope with a
When the engine is running at idle with the
loaded vehicle, depress the brake pedal,
brakes released, if position R, D or M is
select position D, release the parking brake,
selected, the vehicle moves even without the
unless it is set to automatic mode (with
accelerator being pressed.
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electric parking brake), then release the brake
Never leave children inside the vehicle
pedal.
unsupervised.
As a safety measure, never leave the vehicle
► Gradually release the brake pedal.
without taking your key or remote control with
Or
you, even for a short time.
► Accelerate gradually in order to release the
When you move the selector or press button M,
When carrying out maintenance with the
electric parking brake (if it is set to automatic
the corresponding gear and indicator lamp are
engine running, apply the parking brake and
mode).
shown on the instrument panel.
select position P.
The vehicle moves off immediately.
The "-" symbol is displayed if a value is invalid.
► If the message "Foot on the brake" is
NOTICE
WARNING
displayed on the instrument panel, press
the brake pedal firmly.
If P is displayed on the instrument panel but
With an automatic gearbox, never try to start
the selector is in another position, place the
the engine by pushing the vehicle.
Moving off
selector in position P to allow the engine to be
► With your foot on the brake, select
started.
position P.
Automatic operation
If position N is selected inadvertently while
► Start the engine.
► Select position D for automatic
driving, allow the engine to return to idle, then
If the conditions are not met, there is an audible
changing of the gears.
select position D to accelerate.
signal, accompanied by a message on the
The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive
instrument panel screen.
mode, without any intervention on the part of the
► Release the parking brake, unless it is set to
driver. It continuously selects the most suitable
automatic mode (with electric parking brake).
gear according to the driving style, the road
► Select position R, N or D.
profile and the load in the vehicle.
For maximum acceleration without
touching the selector, press the
accelerator fully down (kick-down).
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The gearbox changes down automatically or
Creeping (moving without
NOTICE
holds the gear selected until the maximum
using the accelerator)
engine speed is reached.
In manual mode, there is no need to release
When braking, the gearbox changes down
This function facilitates manoeuvring of the
the accelerator pedal while changing gear.
automatically to provide effective engine braking.
vehicle at low speed (when parking, in traffic
If the accelerator pedal is sharply released, the
jams, etc.).
gearbox will not shift to a higher gear for safety
When the engine is at idle, with the parking
NOTICE
reasons.
brake released and gear position D, M or R
selected, the vehicle begins to creep forward
It is only possible to change from one gear to
WARNING
as soon as you take your foot off the brake pedal
another if the vehicle speed and engine
(even without pressing the accelerator).
speed permit.
Never select position N while the vehicle is
moving.
WARNING
NOTICE
Never select positions P or R unless the
vehicle is completely stationary.
As a safety precaution, never leave the
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the
vehicle with the engine running and the doors
selected gear flashes for a few seconds, then
closed.
Temporary manual control
the gear actually engaged is shown.
When the vehicle is stationary or moving very
of gear changes
Manual operation
slowly, the gearbox automatically selects gear
You can temporarily assume control of gear
► With the selector in position D, press
M1.
changing using the "+" et "-” steering-mounted
button M to enable 6- or 8-speed
controls. The gear change request will be
sequential gear changing.
executed if the engine speed permits.
The indicator lamp for the button comes on.
This function allows you to anticipate certain
► Operate the "+" or "-" steering mounted
situations, such as overtaking another vehicle or
controls.
approaching a bend in the road.
M appears and the engaged gears are
After a few seconds with no inputs via the control
shown in succession on the instrument
paddles, the gearbox reverts to automatic
panel.
operation.
► You can revert to automatic operation at any
time by pressing button M again.
The indicator lamp for the button goes off.
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the vehicle, unless this is set to automatic mode
NOTICE
WARNING
(with electric parking brake).
Check that mode P has been engaged and that
To preserve the brakes while descending a
In all circumstances, ensure that the selector
the electric parking brake has been applied
steep incline, use engine braking to reduce
is in position P before leaving your vehicle.
automatically; if not, apply it manually.
your speed (change down or select a lower
The corresponding indicator lamps in the
gear).
selector and the electric parking brake control
Malfunction
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Keeping the brake pedal pressed
lever must be on, as well as those on the
When the ignition is on, a message appears on
continuously for long periods can overheat
instrument panel.
the instrument panel to indicate a fault with the
the brakes, with the risk of damaging the
braking system or making it inoperative.
gearbox.
NOTICE
In this case, the gearbox goes into back-up
Only use the brakes when necessary, to slow
or stop the vehicle.
mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel a
A point of resistance may be noticed when
significant jolt (without risk to the gearbox) when
moving to position P.
changing from P to R and from N to R.
NOTICE
If the selector is not in position P, when the
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h), local speed
driver's door is opened or approximately 45
restrictions permitting.
Depending on the road configuration (e.g.
seconds after the ignition is switched off,
Have it checked by any authorized Toyota
mountainous road), manual operation may be
an audible signal sounds and a message
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
preferable.
appears.
reliable repairer.
Automatic operation may not always be
► Return the drive selector to position P;
suitable, and does not enable engine braking.
the audible signal stops and the message
WARNING
disappears.
There is a risk of damaging the gearbox:
Invalid value during manual
- If the accelerator and brake pedals are
WARNING
operation
depressed simultaneously.
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not
- In the event of a battery failure, forcing the
When positioned on a steep slope with a
engaged correctly (gear selector between
selector from position P to another position.
loaded vehicle, depress the brake pedal,
two positions).
select position P, apply the parking brake,
► Place the selector "correctly" at a position.
unless it is set to automatic mode (with
electric parking brake), then release the brake
Switching off the vehicle
pedal.
Before switching off the engine, select position
P then apply the parking brake to immobilise
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R. Reverse
Operation
WARNING
To engage reverse gear, with your foot on the
► Move the selector by pressing it forwards
If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox, do
brake pedal.
(N or R) or rearwards (N or D) once or twice,
not try to start the engine by pushing the
N. Neutral
passing the point of resistance if necessary.
vehicle.
To move the vehicle with the ignition off and
For example, to change from P to R (with your
so allow it to free-wheel.
foot on the brake pedal), either push forwards
For more information on Free-wheeling, refer
twice without passing the point of resistance or
Drive selector (Electric)
to the corresponding section.
push just once, passing the point of resistance.
D. Drive (automatic forward gear)
B. Brake (regenerative braking)
Regenerative braking
Button for changing to Drive/automatic
With the Brake function and when
forward gear mode with regenerative braking
decelerating
function (the button lights up to indicate that it
is activated).
The Brake function emulates engine braking,
slowing the vehicle with no need to depress the
brake pedal. The vehicle slows more quickly
Information displayed on
when the driver releases the accelerator pedal.
the instrument panel
The energy recovered when the accelerator
When the ignition is switched on, the drive
pedal is released is then used to partially
selector status is displayed on the instrument
recharge the traction battery, thereby increasing
The drive selector is a pulse selector with a
panel:
the vehicle's driving range.
regenerative braking function.
P: Park.
The drive selector provides traction control
WARNING
R: Reverse.
based on the driving style, the road profile and
N: Neutral.
the vehicle load.
The resulting deceleration of the vehicle does
D: Drive (automatic forward gear).
With regenerative braking activated, it also
not cause the brake lamps to come on.
B: Brake (automatic forward gear with
manages engine braking when the accelerator
regenerative braking function activated).
► From mode D, press button B to activate/
pedal is released.
deactivate the function (the button lights up when
P. Park
the function is activated).
Button for parking the vehicle: the front
D on the instrument panel is replaced with B.
wheels are locked (the button lights up to
The system status is saved when the ignition is
indicate that it is activated).
switched off.
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Normal
WARNING
Driving modes (Electric)
This optimises the driving range and dynamic
Driving modes are selected using the following
In some situations (e.g. battery full, extreme
performance.
control:
temperatures), the amount of regenerative
To obtain maximum torque and power, depress
braking may be temporarily limited, resulting
the accelerator pedal fully.
in less deceleration.
Eco
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The driver must remain alert to traffic
Optimises energy consumption, by reducing
conditions and must always be ready to use
the output of the heating and air conditioning
the brake pedal.
(without actually deactivating them) and limiting
both motor torque and power.
With the brake pedal
Power
When the brake pedal is depressed, the
intelligent braking system automatically recovers
Provides equivalent vehicle performance when
some of the energy and uses it to recharge the
fully laden (GVW) to when the vehicle is in
traction battery.
Pressing the control displays the modes on the
Normal mode and when unladen.
This energy recovery also reduces use of the
instrument panel and, depending on version,
brake pads, thereby limiting their wear.
on the screen with TOYOTA Pro Touch with
navigation system.
NOTICE
You cannot select a mode if the READY lamp
is off.
The driver may experience a different
When the message disappears, the selected
sensation when depressing the brake pedal
mode is activated and remains indicated on the
compared to a vehicle without regenerative
instrument panel (except Normal mode).
braking.
Each time the ignition is switched on, Normal
mode is selected by default.
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