Toyota Verso S (2014 year). Instruction - part 13
2-1. Driving procedures
CAUTION
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the
doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the
steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death
or serious injury.
Stopping the engine in an emergency
If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle,
press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for more than 2 seconds,
or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession.
However, do not touch the “ENGINE START STOP” switch while driving
except in an emergency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause
loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will
be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull
over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
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NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode for long periods of time without the engine running.
If the smart entry & start system indicator light (green) is illuminated, the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle,
always check that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off.
Vehicles with a Multidrive: Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in
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a position other than P. If the engine is stopped in another shift lever posi-
tion, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will not be turned off but instead
be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY
mode, battery discharge may occur.
When starting the engine
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately.
Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch
If the “ENGINE START STOP” seems to be operating somewhat differently
than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately.
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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart entry & start system)
Starting the engine
Vehicles with a Multidrive
STEP
1
Check that the parking brake is set.
STEP
2
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
STEP
3
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
STEP
4
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the
engine.
Vehicles with a manual transmission (gasoline engine)
STEP
1
Check that the parking brake is set.
STEP
2
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
STEP
3
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
STEP
4
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the
engine.
Vehicles with a manual transmission (diesel engine)
STEP
1
Check that the parking brake is set.
STEP
2
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
STEP
3
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
STEP
4
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
The
indicator turns on.
STEP
5
After the
indicator light goes out, turn the engine
switch to the “START” position to start the engine.
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Changing the engine switch positions
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with a Multidrive: The
key can be removed only when
the shift lever is in P.)
“ACC”
2
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can
be used.
“START”
For starting the engine.
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Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
STEP
1
Vehicles with a Multidrive: Shift the shift lever to P. (P. 186)
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to N.
(P. 192)
STEP
2
Push in the key and turn it to the “LOCK”
position.
If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 105)
When the steering lock cannot be released
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly left and
right.
Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.
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CAUTION
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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
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engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident may
result if the engine is stopped while driving.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long periods
of time without the engine running.
When starting the engine
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may
overheat the starter and wiring system.
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately.
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Multidrive
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
Shifting the shift lever
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, move the
shift lever with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
While the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION
ON mode, move the shift lever with the brake pedal
depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped.
: If equipped
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Shift position purpose
Shift position
Function
P
Parking the vehicle/starting the engine
R
Reversing
N
Neutral
D
Normal driving*1
7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode driving*2
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M
(P. 188)
*1: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in
the D position for normal driving.
*2: Selecting gear step using the M position achieves suitable engine
braking forces by operating shift lever.
Selecting a driving mode
Press the switch.
For powerful acceleration and
driving
in
mountainous
regions.
Press the switch once more to
return the normal mode.
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Changing gear steps in 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode
Shift the shift lever to the M position and operate the shift lever or
paddle shift switch.
Upshifting
Downshifting
The gear step changes once
every time the shift lever or pad-
dle shift switch is operated.
The selected gear step, from 1 to
7, will be displayed in the instru-
ment cluster.
However, even when in the M position, the gear steps will be auto-
matically changed if the engine speed is too high, or too low.
Gear step functions
You can choose from 7 levels of engine braking force.
A lower gear step will provide greater engine braking force than
a higher gear step, and the engine speed will also increase.
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Temporary gear steps selection mode in the D position
To drive in temporary gear steps selection mode, operate the “-” and
“+” paddle shift switch. The gear steps can then be selected by oper-
ating the “-” and “+” paddle shift switches. By selecting gear step
using paddle shift switches, you can control engine braking forces.
Upshifting
Downshifting
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The gear step changes once
every time the paddle shift switch
is operated.
The selected gear step, from 1 to
7, will be displayed in the instru-
ment cluster.
Gear step functions
P. 188
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 495
When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)
Engine braking will not occur in M position even when downshifting to
M6, 5 or 4.
Engine braking will not occur in D position even when the paddle shift
switch is used for downshifting to D6, 5 or 4.
If the “M” indicator flashes or a buzzer beeps after shifting the shift
lever to M
This may indicate a malfunction in the Multidrive system. Have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional immediately.
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when
the shift lever is in D.)
When the vehicle comes to a stop with the shift lever in the M position
The transmission will automatically downshift to M1 once the vehicle is
stopped.
After a stop, the vehicle will start off in M1.
When the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is set at M1.
Deactivation of the temporary gear steps selection mode in the D posi-
tion
In the following situations, temporary gear steps selection mode in the D
position will be deactivated:
When the vehicle comes to a stop
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of
time in one gear step
When the “+” paddle shift switch is held down for a period of time
Downshift restriction warning buzzer (7-speed sport sequential shift-
matic mode)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.)
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CAUTION
When driving on slippery road surfaces
Do not accelerate or shift gear steps suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.
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Manual Transmission
Shifting the shift lever
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and
then release it slowly.
Shifting the shift lever to R
Shift the shift lever to R while
lifting up the ring section.
: If equipped
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Gear Shift Indicator
The Gear Shift Indicator is a guide to help the driver achieve
improved fuel economy and reduced exhaust emissions within limits
of engine performance.
Upshifting
Downshifting
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Gear Shift Indicator display
The Gear Shift Indicator may not be displayed when your foot is placed on
the clutch pedal.
Maximum downshifting speed
Observe the downshifting speeds in the following table to prevent over-rev-
ving the engine.
km/h (mph)
Shift
Maximum speed
position
1NR-FE engine
1ND-TV engine
1
42 (26)
44 (27)
2
78 (48)
83 (51)
3
114 (70)
122 (75)
4
145 (90)
164 (101)
5
170 (105)
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CAUTION
Gear Shift Indicator display
Refer to the display while considering actual traffic and road conditions. Fail-
ure to exercise judgment may lead to an accident.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the transmission
Do not shift the shift lever to R without
depressing the clutch pedal.
Do not lift up the ring section except when shifting the lever to R.
Shift the shift lever to R only when the vehicle is stationary with the clutch
pedal fully depressed.
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