Normal driving mode (a)
Attention! When moving the selector lever to the position «D» do not press the accelerator pedal.
1. Set the selector lever to position «P» or «N» and start the engine. In selector positions «R», «2», «L» or «D» the engine does not start.
2. Set the operation mode switch to position «NORM».
Recommended operating mode for normal driving «NORM», which saves fuel. Mode «PWR» it is recommended to turn on during dynamic driving, while gear shifting occurs at higher engine speeds.
3. To turn off the multiplier (overdrive) click on the multiplier switch.
4. Depress the brake pedal and move the selector lever to the position «D».
5. Release the brake pedal and slowly depress the accelerator pedal.
When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed and held in this position, a forced downshift occurs.
Engine braking (b)
1. Turn off the multiplier switch (this is only possible in the selector lever position «D»). At the same time, the indicator light flashes «O/D OFF» and third gear will be engaged.
2. Set the selector lever to position «2», at the same time the second gear will be engaged and when the engine speed decreases, engine braking is performed.
3. Set the selector lever to position «L», at the same time the first gear will be engaged and when the engine speed decreases, maximum engine braking is performed.
Vehicle speed at which it is necessary to switch the selector during engine braking
5S-FE engine | |
«2» | 105 km/h |
«L» | 50 km/h |
Engine 3VZ-FE | |
«2» | 115 km/h |
«L» | 52 km/h |
Regulations «2» and «L» selector lever (With).
This position is recommended for long climbs and descents.
Automatically shifts up and down 1st and 2nd gear depending on engine load and road speed, 3rd gear remains locked to avoid unnecessary upshifts. This also increases the efficiency of engine braking.
Maximum speeds for driving in the respective gears
5S-FE engine | |
«2» | 115 km/h |
«L» | 65 km/h |
Engine 3VZ-FE | |
«2» | 115 km/h |
«L» | 52 km/h |
Reversing "R" (d)
Attention! Do not move the selector lever to the position «R» until the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
1. The reverse position should only be engaged when the vehicle is completely stopped and the engine is idling.
2. Before moving to a position «R» from positions «P» or «N» you need to press the brake pedal. In position «R» when the ignition is on, the reversing lights are on.
Parking lock "P" (e)
Drive wheels are mechanically blocked.
The selector should be moved to this position only when the car is completely stopped.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Press the brake pedal and in this position move the selector lever to position «P», then release the brake.
Constant burning of a light signaling device "O/D OFF" (f)
If the indicator light «O/D OFF» lights up, contact a TOYOTA dealer as soon as possible.