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Toyota Solara (2008 year). Instruction - part 11

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SECTION 1− 7

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND

CONTROLS

Engine (ignition) switch, Transmission and Parking

brake

Engine (ignition) switch

144

Automatic transmission

146

Manual transmission

150

Traction control system

151

Vehicle stability control system

154

Tire pressure warning system

155

Parking brake

162

Cruise control

163

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Engine (ignition) switch

“START”—Starter motor on. The engine

When starting the engine, the engine

switch will return to the

“ON” position

switch may seem stuck at the “LOCK”

when released.

position. To free it, first be sure the

key is pushed all the way in, and then

For starting tips, see page 289 in Section

rock the steering wheel slightly while

turning the key gently.

“ON”—Engine on and all accessories

Approximately five hours after the engine

on.

is turned off, you may hear sound coming

This is the normal driving position.

from under the floor around the driver’s

“ACC”—Accessories such as the radio

seat for several minutes. This is normal

operate, but the engine is off.

operation and does not indicate a malfunc-

tion.

(See “Leak detection pump” on page

If you leave the engine switch in the

viii.)

“ACC” or

“LOCK” position and open the

With manual transmission

driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to

It is not a malfunction if the needles on

remove the key.

all meters and gauges move slightly when

the engine switch is turned to the “ACC”,

“LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering

“ON” or “START” position.

wheel is locked. The engine switch can

be removed only at this position.

CAUTION

With manual transmission—You must push

in the key to turn the engine switch from

For manual transmission:

“ACC” to the “LOCK” position.

Never remove the key when the ve-

With automatic transmission—The selector

hicle is moving, as this will lock the

lever must be put in the

“P” position be-

steering wheel and result in loss of

fore turning the engine switch from “ACC”

steering control.

to the

“LOCK” position.

Once you remove the key, the engine im-

mobilizer system is automatically set. (See

“Engine immobilizer system” on page

With automatic transmission

in Section

1−2.)

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NOTICE

Do not leave the engine switch in the

“ON” position if the engine is not

running. The battery will discharge

and the ignition could be damaged.

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Automatic transmission

Your automatic transmission has a shift

lock system to minimize the possibility of

incorrect operation. This means you can

only shift out of

“P” position when the

Selector lever

brake pedal is depressed (with the engine

switch in the

“ON” position).

(a) Selector lever

The shift position is also displayed on the

instrument cluster.

P: Parking, engine starting and key

removal

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

D: Normal driving (shifting into overdrive)

Shift with the brake pedal

S: “S” mode driving

depressed.

(The engine switch must

+: Upshift range

be in the “ON” position.)

−: Downshift range

Shift normally.

To select “S” or “D”, lean

the selector lever leftward

or rightward.

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(b) Normal driving

“S” mode

1. Start the engine as instructed in

“How

You can change the shift range position

to start the engine” on page

290 in

in the

“S” mode. The shift range posi-

Section 3. The transmission must be in

tion can be switched between

(fifth

“P” or

“N”.

range) and

(first range) by moving

the selector lever up to the “+” side or

2. With your foot holding down the brake

down to the

“−” side. The first shift

pedal, shift the selector lever to

“D”.

range position is 4 (fourth range) when

When the lever is in the “D” position, the

the selector lever is shifted to the

“S”

automatic transmission system will select

position.

the most suitable gear for running condi-

The “S” mode indicator and the shift range

tions such as normal cruising, hill climb-

position being used are shown on the in-

ing, etc.

strument cluster.

Always use the “D” position for better fuel

economy and quieter driving. In this posi-

tion, shifting into the overdrive gear is

possible. If the engine coolant temperature

is low, the transmission will not shift into

the overdrive gear even in the

“D” posi-

tion.

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera-

tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake

pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal

slowly for smooth starting.

1: Upshift range

2: Downshift range

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Shift range positions

D “1” (First range):

Maximum allowable speeds

The gear is fixed in first regardless of

D “5” (Fifth range):

To get on a highway or to pass slower

vehicle speed or driving conditions.

The most suitable gear is selected au-

traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec-

This range is to be used when maxi-

tomatically between first and overdrive

essary. Make sure you observe the follow-

mum engine braking is necessary.

(fifth) gears according to the vehicle

ing maximum allowable speed in each

speed or driving conditions.

If you attempt to downshift the transmis-

range:

sion when it is not possible to downshift

D “4” (Fourth range):

2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine

due to high vehicle speed, a warning tone

The most suitable gear is selected au-

range

km/h (mph)

sounds twice.

tomatically between first and fourth

(32)

gears according to the vehicle speed

(58)

NOTICE

or driving conditions. Slight engine

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braking will be obtained on a downhill

Do not drive in the

“3”,

“2” or

“1”

3.3 L V6 (3MZ−FE) engine

road. Smooth running with less shifting

range when driving at high speed or

range

km/h (mph)

will be obtained on an uphill road.

climbing a gentle slope for a long

(29)

D “3” (Third range):

time. Otherwise the transmission or

(53)

The most suitable gear is selected au-

engine may overheat causing damage.

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tomatically between first and third

gears according to the vehicle speed

NOTICE

or driving conditions. This range is to

Do not downshift if you are going

be used when stronger engine braking

faster than the maximum allowable

is necessary.

speed for the next lower range.

D “2” (Second range):

First or second gear will be selected

When the

“S” mode indicator light does

automatically according to the vehicle

not come on even with the selector lever

speed or driving conditions. This range

moved to the “S” position, there may be a

is to be used when engine braking

problem somewhere in the system. Have

stronger than that of the

“3” range

your vehicle checked/repaired by your

position is necessary.

Toyota dealer as soon as possible. In this

case, you can drive in the same condition

as in the “D” position.

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(d) Using engine braking

To use engine braking, you can downshift

D Move the selector lever down to the

the transmission as follows:

“−” side to select the

“3” range. The

“−” side to select the

“1” range. The

D When driving in the “D” position—

transmission will downshift to third

transmission will downshift to first

Shift the selector lever to

“S” posi-

range when the vehicle speed drops

tion.

down to or lower than the following

speed, and stronger engine braking will

speed, and maximum engine braking

When driving in the

“5” range within

be enabled.

will be enabled.

the

“S” position—

Move the selector lever down to the

2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine

“−” side to select the

“4” range.

141 km/h (88 mph)

40 km/h (24 mph)

3.3 L V6 (3MZ−FE) engine

The transmission will downshift to

129 km/h (80 mph)

39 km/h (24 mph)

fourth range and engine braking will be

enabled.

D Move the selector lever down to the

“−” side to select the

“2” range. The

CAUTION

When the cruise control is being used,

transmission will downshift to second

engine braking can not be enabled be-

range when the vehicle speed drops

Be careful when downshifting on a

cause the cruise control is not can-

down to or lower than the following

slippery surface. Abrupt shifting

celled.

could cause the vehicle to skid or

speed, and more powerful engine brak-

For decreasing the vehicle speed, see

spin.

ing than that of the

“3” range position

“Cruise control” on page

163 in this

will be enabled.

Section.

2.4 L 4−cylinder (2AZ−FE) engine

(e) Backing up

89 km/h (55 mph)

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

3.3 L V6 (3MZ−FE) engine

2. With the brake pedal held down with

83 km/h (51 mph)

your foot, shift the selector lever to the

“R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve-

hicle is moving.

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Manual transmission

(f) Parking

NOTICE

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

Always use the brake pedal or the

2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to

parking brake to hold the vehicle on

securely apply the parking brake.

an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold

3. With the brake pedal pressed down,

the vehicle using the accelerator ped-

shift the selector lever to the

“P” posi-

al, as this can cause the transmission

tion.

to overheat.

CAUTION

(h) If you cannot shift the lever out of

“P” position

Never attempt to move the selector

lever into “P” position under any cir-

If you cannot shift the selector lever from

cumstances while the vehicle is mov-

the

“P” position even though the brake

ing. Serious mechanical damage and

pedal is depressed, use the shift lock

The shift pattern is conventional as

override button. For instructions, see

“If

loss of vehicle control may result.

shown above.

you cannot shift automatic transmission

Press the clutch pedal down fully while

selector lever” on page

318 in Section 4.

(g) Good driving practice

shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not

rest your foot on the pedal while driving,

If the transmission repeatedly shifts up

because it will cause clutch trouble. Do

and down between third gear and over-

not use the clutch to hold the vehicle

drive when climbing a gentle slope, shift

when stopped on an uphill grade—use the

the selector lever into

“S” position.

parking brake.

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake

pedal while stopped with the engine

running. This prevents the vehicle

from creeping.

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Traction control system

Maximum allowable speeds

Good driving practice

The traction control system automatical-

ly helps prevent the spinning of front

To get on a highway or to pass slower

If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put

wheels when the vehicle is started or

traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec-

the transmission in neutral, release the

accelerated on slippery road surfaces.

essary. Make sure you observe the follow-

clutch pedal momentarily, and then try

ing maximum allowable speeds in each

again.

When the engine switch is turned to “ON”,

gear:

the system automatically turns on.

gear

km/h (mph)

CAUTION

(33)

CAUTION

(57)

Be careful when downshifting on a

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slippery surface. Abrupt shifting

Under certain slippery road condi-

could cause the vehicle to skid or

tions, full traction of the vehicle and

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spin.

power against front wheels cannot be

NOTICE

maintained, even though the traction

control system is in operation. Do not

Do not downshift if you are going

NOTICE

drive the vehicle under any speed or

faster than the maximum allowable

maneuvering conditions which may

speed for the next lower gear.

z Do not use any gears other than

cause the vehicle to lose traction

first gear when starting off and

control. In situations where the road

moving forward. Doing so may dam-

surface is covered with ice or snow,

age the clutch.

your vehicle should be fitted with

z Make sure the vehicle is completely

snow tires or tire chains. Always

stopped before shifting into reverse.

drive at an appropriate and cautious

speed for the present road condi-

tions.

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When the traction control system is oper-

ating, the following conditions occur:

D The system controls the spinning of the

front wheels. At this time, the slip indi-

cator light blinks.

D You may feel vibration or noise in your

vehicle, caused by operation of the

brakes. This indicates the system is

functioning properly.

The slip indicator light comes on for a few

seconds when the engine switch is turned

“ON”. If the indicator light does not

come on when the ignition is turned on,

NORMAL DRIVING MODE

contact your Toyota dealer.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE

Leave the system on during the ordi-

When getting the vehicle out of mud or

nary driving so that it can operate

newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the

when needed.

traction control system. This system

that controls engine performance inter-

You may hear a sound in the engine

feres with the process of freeing front

compartment for a few seconds when the

wheels.

engine is started or just after the vehicle

begins to move. This means that the trac-

To turn off: Push “TRAC OFF” switch.

tion control system is in the self−check

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come

mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

on.

The vehicle stability control system is al-

ways activated, even if the traction control

system is turned off.

To turn on: Push

“TRAC OFF” switch

once again.

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will go off.

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“TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on for

In the following cases, contact your Toyota

a few seconds when the engine switch is

dealer:

turned to

“ON”. It will come on again

D The warning light does not come on

when you push the “TRAC OFF” switch to

after the engine switch is turned to

turn off the system.

“ON”.

In the following cases, contact your Toyota

D The warning light remains on after the

dealer:

engine switch is turned to

“ON”.

D The indicator light does not come on

D The warning light comes on while driv-

when the engine switch is turned “ON”.

ing.

D The indicator light remains on after the

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come

ignition is turned on.

on when the

“VSC” warning light comes

D The indicator light comes on with the

on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not

normal driving mode while driving.

pushed.

“VSC” warning light

This light warns that there is a problem

somewhere in the traction control system

or the vehicle stability control system.

The light will come on when the engine

switch is turned to

“ON” and will go off

after a few seconds.

If the light comes on while driving, the

system does not work. However, as con-

ventional braking operates when applied,

there is no problem to continue your driv-

ing.

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Vehicle stability control

system

The vehicle stability control system

helps provide integrated control of the

CAUTION

systems such as anti−lock brake sys-

D Do not rely excessively on the ve-

tem, traction control, engine control,

hicle stability control system. Even

etc. This system automatically controls

the brakes and engine to help prevent

if the vehicle stability control sys-

the vehicle from skidding when corner-

tem is operating, you must always

ing on a slippery road surface or oper-

drive carefully and attentively to

ating steering wheel abruptly.

avoid serious injury. Reckless driv-

ing will result in an unexpected ac-

The vehicle stability control system is acti-

cident. If the slip indicator light

vated when your vehicle speed reaches or

flashes, an alarm sounds, and spe-

exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph), and will deacti-

cial care should be taken while

vate when the vehicle speed reduces to

driving.

below 15 km/h (9 mph).

D Only use tires of specified size. The

If the vehicle is going to skid during driv-

You may hear a sound in the engine

size, manufacture, brand and tread

ing, the slip indicator light blinks and an

compartment for a few seconds when the

pattern for all 4 tires should be the

alarm sounds intermittently. Special care

engine is started or just after the vehicle

same. If you use the tires other

should be taken while driving.

begins to move. This means that the sys-

than specified, or different type or

tem is in the self−check mode, but does

The slip indicator light comes on for a few

size, the vehicle stability control

not indicate a malfunction.

seconds when the engine switch is turned

system may not function correctly.

“ON”. If the indicator light does not

When replacing the tires or wheels,

come on when the ignition is turned on,

contact your Toyota dealer.

(See

contact your Toyota dealer.

“Checking and replacing tires” on

page 352 in Section 7−2.)

D In situations where the road surface

is covered with ice or snow, your

vehicle should be fitted with snow

tires or tire chains.

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Tire pressure warning system

In the following cases, contact your Toyota

The tire pressure warning system warns

dealer:

you that the tire inflation pressure is

low.

D The warning light does not come on

after the engine switch is turned to

The tire pressure warning system is not

“ON”.

a substitute for checking normal tire infla-

tion pressure. Check the tire inflation

D The warning light remains on after the

pressure with a tire pressure gauge regu-

engine switch is turned to

“ON”.

larly.

D The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

CAUTION

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come

on when the

“VSC” warning light comes

The warning system may not activate

on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not

immediately if blowout or sudden air

pushed.

loss should occur.

“VSC” warning light

This light warns that there is a problem

somewhere in the vehicle stability control

system or the traction control system.

The light will come on when the engine

switch is turned to

“ON” and will go off

after a few seconds.

If the light comes on while driving, the

system does not work. However, as con-

ventional braking operates when applied,

there is no problem to continue your driv-

ing.

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Indicator

Meanings

Do this

CAUTION

status

Tire inflation

Adjust the

the tire pressure warning light

pressure is

tire inflation

comes on, be sure to observe the

low

pressure

following precautions. Failure to do

so could cause loss of vehicle control

Have the

Tire pressure

and result in death or serious injury.

ON after

system

warning

blinking for

checked at

D Stop your vehicle in a safe place as

system

1 minute

your Toyota

soon as possible. Adjust the tire

malfunction

dealer

inflation pressure immediately.

D If the tire pressure warning light

comes on even after tire inflation

pressure adjustment, it is probable

The tire pressure warning light comes on

that you have a flat tire. Check the

when the engine switch is turned to the

tires. If the tire is flat, change to

“ON” position and goes off after a few

the spare tire and have the flat tire

seconds. This means the tire pressure

repaired by the nearest Toyota deal-

warning system is operating properly. If

er.

the tire inflation pressure becomes low,

D Avoid abrupt maneuvering and bra-

the light comes on again. In this case,

king. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,

adjusting the tire inflation pressure will

you could lose control of the steer-

turn off the light after a few minutes. If

ing wheel or the brakes.

the light comes on after blinking for

minute, the tire pressure warning system

is not working properly.

The tire pressure warning light may turn

on due to natural causes such as natural

air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes

caused by temperature. In this case, ad-

justing the tire inflation pressure will turn

off the light after a few minutes.

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