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Toyota ProAce (2017 year). Instruction - part 12

Safety

ISOFIX child seats recommended by Toyota

Toyota offers a range of ISOFIX child seats listed and type approved for your vehicle.

Refer also to the child seat manufacturer's fitting instructions for information on installing and removing the seat.

"TOYOTA GO + BABYSAFE PLUS" and its ISOFIX base

"TOYOTA DUO PLUS"

(size category: E)

(size category: B1)

Group 0+: from birth to 13 kg

Group 1: from 9 to 18 kg

Installed rearward facing using an ISOFIX

Is installed only in the forward facing

base which is attached to the rings A.

position.

The base has a support leg, adjustable for

Is attached to the rings A and the upper

height, which sits on the vehicle's floor.

ring B, referred to as the TOP TETHER,

This child seat can also be secured with a

using an upper strap.

seat belt. In this case, only the shell is used

Three seat body angles: sitting, reclining,

and attached to the vehicle's seat by the

lying down.

three-point seat belt.

This child seat can also be used on seats

not equipped with ISOFIX mountings. In

this case, it must be secured to the vehicle's

seat by the three-point seat belt. Adjust the

position of the vehicle's front seat so that the

child's feet are not touching the backrest.

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Locations for ISOFIX child seats

In line with European legislation, this table indicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on seats in the vehicle fitted with ISOFIX

mountings.

In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFIX child seats, the ISOFIX size category, determined by a letter from A to G, is indicated

on the child seat next to the ISOFIX logo.

Weight of the child / indicative age

Less than 10 kg

(group 0)

From 9 to 18 kg (group 1)

Less than 13 kg

Up to approx.

From approx. 1 to 3 years

(group 0+)

6 months

Up to approx. 1 year

Type of ISOFIX child seat

Cot

rearward facing

forward facing

ISOFIX size category

2-seat bench seat

Not ISOFIX

Row 1

Individual seat

Not ISOFIX

Left-hand

outer seat

Row 2

with 2-seat

Centre seat

Not ISOFIX

bench seat in

row 1

Right-hand outer

seat

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Weight of the child / indicative age

Less than 10 kg

(group 0)

From 9 to 18 kg (group 1)

Less than 13 kg

Up to approx.

From 1 to 3 years approx.

(group 0+)

6 months

Up to approx. 1 year

Type of ISOFIX child seat

Cot

rearward facing

forward facing

ISOFIX size category

Left-hand

outer seat

Row 2

with individual

Centre seat

Not ISOFIX

seats

in row 1

Right-hand outer seat

IUF Seat suitable for the installation of an Isofix

X Seat not suitable for the installation of

For more information on the ISOFIX

Universal seat, Forward facing secured

an ISOFIX child seat or cot of the weight

mountings and the upper strap, refer to

using the upper strap.

group indicated.

the corresponding section.

IL Seat suitable for the installation of an Isofix

semi-universaL seat either:

- rearward facing fitted with an upper

strap or a support leg,

Refit the head restraint when the child

- forward facing fitted with a support leg,

seat is removed.

- a cot fitted with an upper strap or a

support leg.

* Submitted for type approval.

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In line with European legislation, this table indicates the options for installing ISOFIX child seats on seats in the vehicle fitted with ISOFIX

mountings.

In the case of universal and semi-universal ISOFIX child seats, the ISOFIX size category, determined by a letter from A to G, is indicated on

the child seat next to the ISOFIX logo.

Weight of the child / indicative age

Less than 10 kg

Under 10 kg

(group 0)

From 9 to 18 kg (group 1)

Less than 13 kg

Up to approx.

From approx. 1 to 3 years

(group 0+)

6 months

Up to approx. 1 year

rearward

Type of ISOFIX child seat

Cot (1)

rearward facing

forward facing

facing

ISOFIX size category

with passenger airbag

Individual

Not ISOFIX

deactivated "OFF"

seat or

Row 1 (a)

2-seat

bench

with passenger airbag

seat

Not ISOFIX

activated "ON"

Left-hand outer seat

IL (3)

IL (2)

IUF, IL

Row 2

Centre seat (b)

IL (3)

IL (2)

IUF, IL

Right-hand outer seat

IL (3)

IL (2)

IUF, IL

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Weight of the child / indicative age

Less than 10 kg

(group 0)

From 9 to 18 kg (group 1)

Less than 13 kg

Up to approx.

From 1 to 3 years approx.

(group 0+)

6 months

Up to approx. 1 year

Type of ISOFIX child seat

Cot (1)

rearward facing

forward facing

ISOFIX size category

Left-hand

IUF, IL

outer seat

Row 3

Centre seat (b)

IUF, IL

Right-hand outer seat

IUF, IL

(a) Consult the legislation in force in your

(1) The installation of a cot on this seat may

country before installing a child seat on this

prevent the use of one or both of the other

seat.

seats in this row.

(b) The seat can be installed centrally in the

(2) Installation possible only behind the

vehicle; it then prevents the use of the

driver's seat.

outer seats.

(3) Installation possible only behind the

driver's seat with individual passenger

seat.

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IUF Seat suitable for the installation of an Isofix

For more information on the ISOFIX

Universal seat, Forward facing secured

mountings and in particular the

using the upper strap.

upper strap, refer to the corresponding

IL Seat suitable for the installation of an Isofix

section.

semi-universaL seat either:

- rearward facing fitted with an upper

strap or a support leg,

- forward facing fitted with a support leg,

Refit the head restraint when the child

- a cot fitted with an upper strap or a

seat is removed.

support leg.

X Seat not suitable for the installation of

an ISOFIX child seat or cot of the weight

group indicated.

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Recommendations

Child seats

Installing a booster

cushion

The incorrect installation of a child seat in a

For optimum installation of the forward facing

vehicle compromises the child's protection in

child seat, ensure that the back of the child

The chest part of the seat belt must be

the event of an accident.

seat is as close as possible to the backrest

positioned on the child's shoulder without

Check that there is no seat belt or seat belt

of the vehicle's seat, or in contact if possible.

touching the neck.

buckle under the child seat as this could

The head restraint must be removed before

Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt

destabilise it.

installing a child seat with a backrest on the

passes correctly over the child's thighs.

Remember to fasten the seat belts or the

passenger seat.

Toyota recommends the use of a booster

child seat harnesses keeping the slack in

Ensure that the head restraint is stowed or

seat which has a back, fitted with a seat belt

relation to the child's body to a minimum,

attached securely so that it is not thrown

guide at shoulder level.

even for short journeys.

around the vehicle in the event of sharp

For the installation of a child seat using a

braking.

seat belt, ensure that this is well tensioned

Refit the head restraint as soon as the child

As a safety precaution, do not leave:

on the child seat and that it is holding the

seat is removed.

one or more children alone and

child seat firmly against the seat of your

unsupervised in a vehicle,

vehicle. If your front passenger seat is

a child or an animal in a vehicle which

Children at the front

adjustable, move it forward if necessary.

is exposed to the sun, with the windows

At the rear seats, always leave sufficient

The legislation on carrying a child on the

closed,

space between the front seat and:

front passenger seat is specific to each

the keys within reach of children inside

a rearward facing child seat,

country. Refer to the legislation in force in

the vehicle.

the feet of a child seated in a forward

the country in which you are driving.

To prevent accidental opening of the doors,

facing child seat.

Deactivate the passenger front airbag when

use the child lock.

For this, move the front seat forward and if

a rearward facing child seat is installed on

Take care not to open the rear windows by

necessary straighten its backrest.

the front passenger seat. Otherwise, the

more than one third.

child would risk being seriously injured or

To protect young children from the rays of

killed if the airbag were deployed.

the sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.

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Manual child

Electric child lock

Remote control system to prevent opening of the rear doors (sliding side door(s), rear

lock

wing doors with glass or rear tailgate) using their interior controls.

Mechanical system to prevent opening of the

sliding side door using its interior lever.

Remote control system to prevent opening of the electric sliding side door(s) by their

interior controls.

Switching off

F With the ignition on, press this

button again.

The indicator lamp in the button goes off,

accompanied by a message to confirm that the

child lock is off.

This indicator lamp remains off while the child

lock is switched off.

Locking

F Turn the control on the edge of

Switching on

the side door upwards.

F With the ignition on, press this

button.

Unlocking

The indicator lamp in the button comes on,

accompanied by a message to confirm that the

F Turn the control on the edge of

child lock is on.

the side door downwards.

This indicator lamp remains on until the child

lock is switched off.

It is still possible to open the doors from the

outside.

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In the event of a serious impact, the

Child lock

electric child lock is deactivated (child

lock off) automatically.

on rear

windows

Any other status of the indicator lamp

This mechanical system prevents opening of

indicates a fault with the electric child lock.

the left and/or right rear side windows.

Have it checked by an authorized

Toyota dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified and equipped

professional.

This system is independent and in no

circumstances does it take the place of

the central locking control.

Do not drive with the sliding side door

open.

Check the status of the child lock each

time you switch on the ignition.

Always remove the key from the ignition

F Lock/unlock the system using the remote

when leaving the vehicle, even for a

control or the back-up key of the Smart

short time.

Entry & Start System.

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Driving recommendations

Observe the driving regulations and remain

If you are obliged to drive through water:

Important!

vigilant whatever the traffic conditions.

Pay close attention to the traffic and keep your

Never drive with the parking brake

hands on the wheel so that you are ready to

applied - Risk of overheating and

react at any time to any eventuality.

damage to the braking system!

On a long journey, a break every two hours is

Risk of fire!

strongly recommended.

As the exhaust system of your vehicle

In difficult weather, drive smoothly, anticipate

is very hot, even several minutes after

the need to brake and increase the distance

switching off the engine, do not park

from other vehicles.

or run the engine over areas where

inflammable substances and materials

check that the depth of water does not

are present: grass, leaves, etc.

exceed 15 cm, taking account of waves

that might be generated by other users,

deactivate the Stop & Start system,

drive as slowly as possible without

Driving on flooded roads

stalling. In all cases, do not exceed 6 mph

(10 km/h),

Never leave a vehicle unsupervised

do not stop and do not switch off the

We strongly advise against driving on flooded

with the engine running. If you have

engine.

roads, as this could cause serious damage

to leave your vehicle with the engine

On leaving the flooded road, as soon as

to the engine or gearbox, as well as to the

running, apply the parking brake

circumstances allow, make several light brake

electrical systems of your vehicle.

and put the gearbox into neutral or

applications to dry the brake discs and pads.

position N or P, depending on the type

If in doubt on the state of your vehicle, contact

of gearbox.

an authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,

or another duly qualified and equipped

professional.

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To assure the durability of your vehicle and

It is inadvisable to place heavy loads on a roof

Take care

your safety, remember that certain precautions,

rack.

The tyres must be inflated to at least the

described hereafter, should be taken when

Loading the roof rack also requires you not

pressures indicated on the label, even over-

driving your vehicle:

to exceed the maximum load on the roof rack

inflated by 0.2 to 0.3 bar for long journeys.

anchorages. Observe the maximum authorised

After ensuring that no obstacle might prevent

weight, available from Toyota dealers.

Manoeuve cautiously, at

closing, guide the movement of the door at the

Loads must be securely lashed down.

low speed

right speed until it closes.

Cargo that is not properly secured inside the

The dimensions of your vehicle differ from

vehicle can adversely affect the handling of the

those of a light vehicle, in width, in height, as

vehicle and create the risk of accident.

well as in length, and some obstacles will be

If your vehicle is fitted with a drop-side back,

more difficult to notice.

the height and width of the load must remain

Manoeuvre slowly.

within the overall dimensions of the vehicle.

Before turning, check that there are no

obstacles at mid-height along the sides.

Before reversing, check that there are no

obstacles, particularly at high level behind the

Drive the vehicle in a

vehicle.

Be aware of the external dimensions, if ladders

prudent and efficient way

are fitted.

Take corners gently.

Anticipate the need to brake as the stopping

Load the vehicle correctly

distance is increased, particularly on wet or icy

With a load carried, the vehicle must remain

roads.

within the maximum authorised weight, the

Be aware of the effect of side winds on the

Gross Vehicle Weight.

vehicle.

To avoid upsetting the balance of the vehicle,

Effective eco-driving saves fuel; accelerate

the load should be centred and the heaviest

progressively, anticipate the need to slow down

part placed on the floor in front of the rear

and adapt your speed to suit the situation.

wheels.

Indicate changes of direction well in advance

so that you are seen by other road users.

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When towing

Distribution of loads

Cooling

Braking

F Distribute the load in the trailer so that the

Towing a trailer on a slope increases the

Towing a trailer increases the braking distance.

heaviest items are as close as possible to

temperature of the coolant.

To avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of

the axle and the nose weight approaches the

As the fan is electrically controlled, its cooling

engine braking is recommended.

maximum permitted without exceeding it.

capacity is not dependent on the engine speed.

Air density decreases with altitude, thus

F To lower the engine speed, reduce your

reducing engine performance. Above

speed.

1 000 metres, the maximum towed load must

The maximum towed load on a long incline

Tyres

be reduced by 10 % for every 1 000 metres of

depends on the gradient and the ambient

F Check the tyre pressures of the towing

altitude.

temperature.

vehicle and of the trailer, observing the

In all cases, keep a check on the coolant

recommended pressures.

temperature.

For more information on Weights, refer

Lighting

to the corresponding section.

F If the warning lamp and the

F Check the electrical lighting and signalling

STOP warning lamp come on,

on the trailer and the headlamp beam

stop the vehicle and switch off

height of your vehicle.

the engine as soon as possible.

For more information on Adjusting the

Side wind

headlamp beam height, refer to the

F Take into account the increased sensitivity

corresponding section.

to side wind.

If the ambient temperature is high, it

The rear parking sensors will be

is recommended that the engine be

deactivated automatically to avoid

allowed to idle for 1 to 2 minutes after

the audible signal if a genuine Toyota

the vehicle comes to a stop, to facilitate

towbar is used.

its cooling.

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Starting-switching off the engine, manual key, remote control

Ignition switch

Starting using the key

The parking brake must be applied.

F If your vehicle has an electronic gearbox,

place the selector at position N then press

the brake pedal firmly.

1. Stop position.

F If your vehicle has a manual gearbox, place

2. Ignition on position.

the gear lever in neutral then fully depress

3. Starting position.

the clutch pedal.

F Insert the key in the ignition switch.

The system recognises the starting code.

F Unlock the steering column by

simultaneously turning the steering wheel

and the key.

F If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox,

In certain circumstances, you may

place the selector at position P then press

have to turn the steering wheel firmly to

the brake pedal firmly.

move the road wheels (if the wheels are

against a kerb, for example).

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The warning lamp does not come

If the engine does not start straight

on if the engine is already warm.

away, switch off the ignition.

Depending on the climatic conditions,

Wait a few moments before trying

it is recommended that you proceed as

again. If the engine does not start after

follows:

a few attempts, do not keep trying: you

In temperate conditions, do not

risk damaging the starter motor and the

run the engine with the vehicle

engine.

stationary to warm it up, but rather

Call on an authorized Toyota dealer or

move off straight away and drive at

repairer, or another duly qualified and

moderate engine speeds.

equipped professional.

In wintry conditions, the pre-heater

Turn the key to position 2, ignition on, to

warning lamp will stay on for a

operate the engine pre-heating.

longer period after switching on the

ignition; wait until it goes off before

starting.

Wait until this warning lamp

- In

very severe wintry

goes off in the instrument panel

conditions (temperature

then operate the starter motor

below -23°C), to ensure the correct

by turning the key to position 3

operation and durability of the

until the engine starts, without

mechanical components of your

pressing the accelerator. Once

vehicle (engine and gearbox), leave

the engine starts, release the key.

the engine running for 4 minutes

before moving off.

Never leave the engine running in

an enclosed area without adequate

ventilation: internal combustion

engines emit toxic exhaust gases,

such as carbon monoxide. Danger of

intoxication and death.

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To avoid any risk of jamming of the

Switching off using the key

When leaving the vehicle, remove the

pedals:

Immobilise the vehicle.

key and lock the doors.

only use mats which are suited to

As a safety measure (children on

the fixings already present in the

board), never leave the vehicle without

vehicle; these fixings must be used,

your remote control with you, even for a

never fit one mat on top of another.

short period.

The use of mats not approved by Toyota

may interfere with access to the pedals

and hinder the operation of the cruise

control / speed limiter.

The mats approved by Toyota have two

Switching off the engine leads to a loss

fixings located below the seat.

of braking assistance.

Turn the key fully towards you to position 1

(Stop).

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Avoid attaching heavy objects to the

To lock the steering column, turn the

key, which would weigh down on its

steering wheel until it locks.

blade in the ignition switch and could

cause a malfunction.

To facilitate unlocking of the steering

wheel, it is recommended that you

place the wheels in the straight ahead

Key left in the "Ignition on"

position before switching off the engine.

position

If the key has been left in the ignition switch

F Check that the parking brake is

at position 2 (Ignition on), the ignition will

correctly applied, particularly

be switched off automatically after one hour.

when parking on a slope.

To switch the ignition back on, turn the key

to position 1 (Stop), then back to position 2

Never switch off the ignition until the vehicle

(Ignition on).

has been brought to a complete stop.

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Starting-switching off the engine,

"Smart Entry & Start System"

Starting

F Then, press the "START/

STOP" button.

If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox,

The steering column unlocks and the engine

place the selector at position P then press

starts more or less immediately.

the brake pedal firmly.

Place the remote control inside the vehicle,

in the recognition zone.

For Diesel vehicles, in sub-

zero temperatures the engine

will not start until the pre-heater

warning lamp has gone off.

If this warning lamp comes on

after pressing the "START/

STOP" button, press down on

the brake or clutch pedal until

the warning lamp goes off,

If your vehicle has a manual gearbox, fully

If your vehicle has an electronic gearbox,

without pressing the "START/

depress and hold down the clutch pedal

place the selector at position N then press

STOP" button again, until the

until the engine starts.

the brake pedal firmly.

engine starts and runs.

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The presence in the recognition zone of

Switching off

Ignition on

the remote control of the "Smart Entry &

(without starting)

Start System" system is essential.

F Immobilise the vehicle.

Never leave the vehicle with the engine

running and with the remote control on

F With the remote control in

your person.

the recognition zone, press

If the remote control leaves the

the "START/STOP" button.

recognition zone, a message is

displayed.

The engine stops and the steering column is

Move the remote control into the zone

locked.

to be able to start the engine.

If the vehicle is not immobilised, the

With the Smart Entry & Start System

engine will not stop.

remote control inside the vehicle,

pressing the "START/STOP" button,

with no action on the pedals, allows the

If one of the starting conditions is

To avoid any risk of jamming of the

ignition to be switched on.

not met, a message appears in the

pedals:

This also allows the accessories to be used

instrument panel screen. In some

only use mats which are suited to

(for example: audio system, lighting...).

circumstances, it is necessary to

the fixings already present in the

turn the steering wheel slightly while

F Press the "START/STOP" button,

vehicle; these fixings must be used,

pressing the "START/STOP" button

the instrument panel comes on

never fit one mat on top of another.

to assist unlocking of the steering;

but the engine does not start.

The use of mats not approved by Toyota

a message warns you when this is

may interfere with access to the pedals

F Press the button again to switch

needed.

and hinder the operation of the cruise

off the ignition and allow the

control / speed limiter.

vehicle to be locked.

The mats approved by Toyota have two

fixings located below the seat.

With the ignition on, the system

automatically goes into energy

economy mode to maintain an adequate

state of charge in the battery.

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