Ignition switch, transmission and parking brake for Your Toyota Avensis 4 Door Second Generation (2004-2009)

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS  
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Ignition switch  
(petrol engine)  
If the hands of all instruments and pointers move slightly  
when you turn the key to the "ACC", "ON" or "START"  
position, this is not a fault.  
WARNING  
For manual transmission:  
Never remove the key while driving, as this will  
lock the steering wheel and prevent the vehicle  
from being driven.  
NOTICE  
"START" ÿ Starting the engine. The key will return  
to the "ON" position when released.  
Do not leave the key in the "ON" position if the  
engine is not running. It will drain the battery and  
could damage the ignition.  
Engine starting instructions - see page 303 in Chapter 3.  
"ON" ÿ Engine is on and all accessories are on.  
This is the normal driving position.  
"ACC" ÿ Accessories such as the radio are working  
but the engine is off.  
If you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and  
open the driver's door, a buzzer will alert you to remove  
the key.  
"LOCK" ÿ The engine is switched off and the steering  
wheel is locked. The key can only be removed in this  
position.  
For vehicles with automatic transmission, the selector  
lever must be moved to the "P" position before turning  
the key from the "ACC" position to the "LOCK" position.  
Vehicles with an engine immobilizer system ÿ The engine  
immobilizer system is automatically set when the key is  
removed. (See "Engine Immobilizer System" on page 18  
in Chapter 1ÿ2.)  
When starting the engine, it may seem that the key is  
stuck in the "LOCK" position. To release it, first make  
sure it is fully engaged, then turn the steering wheel  
slightly alternately while gently turning the key.  
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Ignition switch  
(diesel engine)  
WARNING  
Never remove the key while driving, as this will  
lock the steering wheel and prevent the vehicle  
from being driven.  
NOTICE  
Do not leave the key in the "ON" position when the  
engine is not running. The battery will be  
discharged.  
"START" ÿ Starting the engine. The key will return  
to the "ON" position when released.  
Engine starting instructions - see page 303 in Chapter 3.  
"ON" ÿ Engine is on and all accessories are on.  
Before starting, the engine is preheated by turning  
on the glow plugs.  
This is the normal driving position.  
"ACC" ÿ Accessories such as the radio are working  
but the engine is off.  
If you leave the key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position and  
open the driver's door, a buzzer will alert you to remove  
the key.  
"LOCK" ÿ The engine is switched off and the steering  
wheel is locked. The key can only be removed in this  
position.  
When the key is removed, the engine immobilizer system  
is automatically set. (See "Engine Immobilizer System"  
on page 18 in Chapter 1ÿ2.)  
When starting the engine, it may seem that the key is  
stuck in the "LOCK" position. To release it, first make  
sure it is fully engaged, then turn the steering wheel  
slightly alternately while gently turning the key.  
If the hands of all instruments and pointers move slightly  
when you turn the key to the "ACC", "ON" or "START"  
position, this is not a fault.  
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Multi-mode automatic transmission  
Snow mode button  
Selector lever  
Shifting with the brake pedal  
depressed. (The ignition switch must  
be in the "ON" position).  
Shift normally.  
Tilt the selector left or right to select "S"  
or "D".  
The automatic transmission has a shift lock system to  
minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This  
means that you can shift out of position "P" only if the  
brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in the  
"ON" position).  
(a) Selector lever  
The engaged position is also displayed on the dashboard.  
P: Parking, starting the engine and removing  
keys  
R: Reverse  
N: Neutral  
D: Normal driving (overdrive shifting)  
S: Driving in "S" mode  
+ : Range shift up  
ÿ : Range downshift  
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When you move the selector lever to the "S"  
(b) Normal driving  
position, the initial shift range is set as follows.  
1. Start the engine according to the instructions given in  
"How to start the engine" on page 304 in chapter 3.  
range  
The transmission must be in the "P" or "N" position.  
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4-speed models 5-speed  
4
models The "S" mode  
2. With the brake pedal depressed, move the selector  
lever to position "D".  
indicator and the selected gear range will be displayed  
on the instrument panel.  
When the lever is in the "D" position, the automatic  
transmission system will select the most suitable gear  
for the given driving conditions, such as normal driving,  
climbing, towing a heavy trailer, etc.  
Always use position "D" for lower fuel consumption and  
quieter driving. Overdrive is possible in this position. If  
the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmission  
will not engage overdrive even if it is in the "D" position.  
WARNING  
Never put your foot on the gas pedal when shifting.  
3. Release the parking brake and brake pedal.  
Step on the gas pedal slowly for a smooth start.  
(c) Driving in "S" mode  
When the selector lever is moved to the "S" position,  
the shift range can be switched by moving the  
selector lever up to the "+" side or down to the "ÿ"  
side as follows.  
from to  
1 4  
4-speed models 5-speed  
1 5  
models  
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Shift ranges 4-speed  
models ÿ • "4" (Fourth range):  
The most suitable gear between first gear and overdrive  
(fourth gear) is automatically selected according to  
vehicle speed or driving conditions.  
• "3" (Third range):  
The most suitable gear between the first and third gears  
is automatically selected according to the vehicle speed  
or driving conditions. When driving downhill, slight engine  
braking will be achieved.  
When driving uphill, a smoother ride will be achieved  
with fewer gear changes.  
• "2" (Second range):  
First or second gear is automatically selected according  
to vehicle speed or driving conditions. This range is used  
when stronger engine braking is required.  
• "1" (First Range)  
First gear is engaged, not dependent on vehicle speed  
or driving conditions. This range is used when maximum  
engine braking is required.  
1. Shifting the range up  
2. Shifting the range down  
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5-speed models ÿ • "5"  
(Fifth range):  
Maximum permitted speed  
Maximum acceleration may be required when entering  
a freeway or when overtaking.  
The most suitable gear between first gear and  
overdrive (fifth gear) is automatically selected  
according to the vehicle speed and driving  
conditions. Always use this range for reduced  
consumption and quieter driving.  
Be sure to observe the following maximum permitted  
speeds for each range:  
4-speed models ÿ  
Motor 1ZZ–FE  
• "4" (Fourth Range):  
range 1  
km/h  
59  
The most suitable gear between first and fourth gear  
is automatically selected according to the vehicle  
speed and driving conditions. Within this range, the  
automatic transmission system selects the most  
suitable gear for certain driving conditions, such as  
steep climbs, towing a trailer, etc.  
109  
169  
2 3  
Motory 1AZ–FE to 1AZ–FSE  
range 1  
km/h  
62  
111  
174  
• "3" (Third range):  
2 3  
The most suitable gear between first and third gear  
is automatically selected according to the vehicle  
speed and driving conditions. This range is used  
when stronger engine braking is required.  
5-speed models ÿ  
range 1  
km/h  
49  
89  
139  
201  
2 3 4  
• "2" (Second range):  
First or second gear is automatically selected  
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.  
This range is used when stronger engine braking is  
required than in position "3" (third range).  
NOTICE  
Do not drop down if you are driving faster than  
the maximum speed limit for the next lower range.  
• "1" (First Range)  
If the "S" mode indicator does not come on even when  
the selector lever is moved to the "S" position, there may  
be a problem somewhere in the system.  
First gear is engaged, not dependent on vehicle speed  
or driving conditions. This range is used when maximum  
engine braking is required.  
Have the vehicle checked/repaired as soon as possible  
by any authorized Toyota dealer or workshop, or another  
properly qualified and equipped professional. In that  
case, you can drive under the same conditions as in  
position "D".  
If you try to downshift when it is not possible due to the  
high speed of the vehicle, the warning tone will sound  
twice.  
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(d) Use of engine braking  
Move the selector lever down to the "ÿ" side to select the "1"  
range. When the vehicle speed drops to or below the  
speed below, the transmission downshifts to first range  
and maximum engine braking is enabled.  
To use engine braking, you can downshift as follows:  
4-speed models ÿ  
If you are driving in position "D"  
ÿ Move the selector lever to position "S".  
Motor 1ZZ–FE  
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If you drive in range "4" position "S"ÿ  
Move the selector lever down to the "ÿ" side to  
select range "3".  
Motory 1AZ–FE to 1AZ–FSE  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 km/h  
When the vehicle speed drops to or below the speed  
below, the transmission will downshift to third range  
and engine braking is enabled.  
5-speed models ÿ  
If you are driving in position "D"  
ÿ Move the selector lever to position "S".  
If you drive in range "5" position "S"ÿ  
Move the selector lever down to the "ÿ" side to  
select range "4".  
Motor 1ZZ–FE  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 km/h  
Motory 1AZ–FE to 1AZ–FSE  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 km/h  
When the vehicle speed drops to or below 174 km/h, the  
transmission downshifts to fourth range and engine  
braking is enabled.  
Vehicles with cruise control - When using cruise  
control, engine braking will not be possible as the  
cruise control is not cancelled.  
Vehicles with cruise control - When using cruise  
control, engine braking will not be possible as the  
cruise control is not cancelled.  
Reducing vehicle speed - see "Cruise control" on  
page 193 in this chapter.  
Move the selector lever down to the "ÿ" side to select  
range "2". When the vehicle speed drops to or below  
the speed shown below, the transmission downshifts  
to second range and stronger engine braking is  
enabled.  
Reducing vehicle speed - see "Cruise control" on  
page 193 in this chapter.  
Move the selector lever down to the "ÿ" side to select  
range "3". When the vehicle speed drops to or below  
119 km/h, the transmission downshifts to third range  
and stronger engine braking is enabled.  
Motor 1ZZ–FE  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 km/h  
Motory 1AZ–FE to 1AZ–FSE  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 km/h  
Move the selector lever down to the "ÿ" side to select  
range "2". When the vehicle speed drops to or below  
73 km/h, the transmission downshifts to second range  
and stronger engine braking is enabled.  
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(f) Principles of proper driving  
Move the selector lever down to the "ÿ" side to select  
the "1" range. When the vehicle speed drops to or  
below 36 km/h, the transmission downshifts to first  
range and maximum engine braking is enabled.  
If the transmission often shifts between third gear and  
overdrive when driving on a slight incline, move the  
selector lever to the "S" position.  
In order to maintain the effectiveness of engine  
WARNING  
braking, do not use overdrive when towing a trailer.  
Be careful when shifting on slippery surfaces.  
Sharp shifting can cause the vehicle's wheels to  
skid or slip.  
WARNING  
If you are standing with the engine running, always  
keep the brake pedal depressed. This will prevent  
the vehicle from rolling.  
(e) Reversing  
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.  
2. With the brake pedal depressed, move the selector  
lever to the "R" position.  
NOTICE  
Always use the brake pedal or parking brake to  
keep the vehicle on a grade. Do not attempt to hold  
the vehicle with the accelerator pedal as this may  
cause the transmission to overheat.  
NOTICE  
Never shift into reverse when the vehicle is moving.  
(f) Parking  
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.  
2. Pull the parking brake lever all the way up to safely  
engage the parking brake.  
3. With the brake pedal depressed, move the selector  
lever to the "P" position.  
WARNING  
If the vehicle is in motion, do not under any  
circumstances attempt to move the selector lever  
to the "P" position. Serious mechanical damage  
and loss of vehicle control could occur.  
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Manual gearbox  
5-speed manual transmission  
(h) Driving in "Snow" mode  
Use this mode when starting your vehicle on ice or  
snow.  
Press the button to set the Snow mode. The "ECT  
SNOW" warning light on the instrument panel lights  
up. To cancel Snow mode, press the button again.  
(i) If the selector lever cannot be moved from the  
"P" position  
If the selector lever cannot be moved from the "P"  
position even when the brake pedal is depressed, use  
the shift lock release button.  
Instructions - see "If the automatic transmission selector  
lever cannot be moved" on page 343 in Chapter 4.  
6-speed manual transmission  
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Motor 1AZ–FE  
The sequence diagram is shown above.  
In the case of driving a vehicle with a 6-speed manual  
transmission, you must lift the ring on the gear lever  
when shifting to "R" (reverse gear).  
km/h  
51  
gear 1 2 3 4  
88  
136  
177  
WARNING  
Engine 1AZ–FSE  
6 Speed Manual Transmission – When parked in  
the sun, the shift knob can get extremely hot.  
km/h  
56  
gear 1 2 3 4  
96  
149  
193  
When shifting, depress the clutch pedal all the way  
down and release it slowly. Do not keep your foot on  
the pedal while driving, as this will damage the clutch.  
Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle while standing  
on a hill - use the parking brake.  
Motor 1AD–FTV  
km/h  
44  
gear 1  
2
3
4
5
80  
129  
183  
200  
Upshifting too soon and downshifting too late can cause  
the engine to jerk or rattle. Regularly revving the engine  
at high speeds in every gear will cause excessive engine  
wear and increase fuel consumption.  
Motor 2AD–FTV  
km/h  
44  
gear 1 2  
80  
Maximum permitted speed  
3
4
5
129  
183  
210  
Maximum acceleration may be required when entering  
a freeway or when overtaking.  
Be sure to observe the following maximum permitted  
speeds for each gear:  
Motor 2AD–FHV  
km/h  
44  
gear 1 2  
Motor 3ZZ–FE  
80  
km/h  
gear 1 2 3 4  
3
4
5
129  
183  
220  
47  
87  
127  
172  
Motor 1ZZ–FE  
km/h  
gear 1  
51  
2
3
4
95  
139  
176  
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Anti-slip system  
The anti-skid system automatically helps prevent  
the front wheels from spinning when the vehicle  
starts off or accelerates on slippery surfaces.  
NOTICE  
Do not downshift if you are driving faster than  
the maximum permitted speed for the next lower  
gear.  
When the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position,  
the system will automatically turn on.  
Principles of proper driving  
WARNING  
If it is difficult to shift into reverse, shift into  
neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily,  
then try again.  
Under certain conditions, the road surface can  
be so slippery that even with the help of an anti-  
skid system, it is not possible to ensure full  
traction of the vehicle and transmission of  
driving force to the front wheels. Do not subject  
the vehicle to driving speeds and maneuvers  
that could lead to wheel slippage. In situations  
where the road surface is covered with ice or  
snow, the vehicle should be equipped with  
winter tires or snow chains. Always drive at a  
reasonable and safe speed, adapted to the  
road conditions.  
When towing a trailer, do not use fifth gear (5-speed manual  
transmission) or sixth gear (6-speed manual transmission)  
to maintain engine braking efficiency.  
WARNING  
Be careful when shifting on slippery surfaces.  
Sharp shifting can cause the vehicle's wheels  
to skid or slip.  
NOTICE  
u Do not use a gear other than first when  
moving forward. Doing so may damage the  
clutch.  
u Before shifting into reverse, make sure that  
the vehicle has come to a complete stop.  
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Left-hand drive vehicles  
NORMAL DRIVING MODE  
Leave the system on during normal driving so that  
it can be activated if necessary.  
When starting the engine, or just after starting  
the vehicle, you may hear a sound coming  
from the engine pro-stor for a few seconds.  
This means that the anti-skid system is in self-  
diagnostic mode, but it does not signal a fault.  
When the anti-skid system is active, the  
following situations may occur.  
The system controls the slippage of the front wheels.  
At that moment, the slip light flashes.  
Right-hand drive vehicles  
You may experience vehicle vibration or noise  
caused by brake operation. This indicates that the  
system is working properly.  
ANTI-CLOSING OFF MODE  
YOUR SYSTEM  
When the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, the  
slip warning light will illuminate for a few seconds. If the  
When extricating your vehicle from mud  
or fresh snow, etc., turn off the traction  
control system. This system, which  
warning light does not come on when the ignition is  
turned on, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or  
service center, or another properly qualified and equipped  
professional.  
controls the power of the engine, prevents  
the process of releasing the front wheels.  
To turn off: Press the "TRC OFF" switch.  
The "TRC OFF" indicator light comes on.  
The vehicle stability control system is always  
activated, even if the anti-skid system is  
switched off.  
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Turn on: Press the "TRC OFF" switch once more.  
The "TRC OFF" light goes out.  
The "TRC OFF" light will illuminate for a few seconds  
when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position.  
When you press the "TRC OFF" switch to turn off the  
system, the indicator light will turn on again.  
In the following cases, contact any authorized Toyota  
dealer or service center, or another properly qualified  
and equipped professional: The warning light does not  
illuminate when the ignition key is  
"VSC" warning light  
turned to the "ON" position.  
The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in  
the anti-skid system or in the vehicle's stability control  
system.  
The warning light will stay on after turning the  
ignition key to the "ON" position.  
The warning light comes on while driving in normal  
The warning light comes on when the ignition key is  
driving mode.  
turned to the "ON" position and goes out after a few  
seconds.  
If the light comes on while driving, the system is not  
working. However, the conventional brake system is  
functional if it is used, so you can continue driving without  
any problem.  
In the following cases, contact any authorized Toyota  
dealer or service center, or another properly qualified  
and equipped professional: The warning light does not  
illuminate when the ignition key is  
turned to the "ON" position.  
The warning light will stay on after turning the  
ignition key to the "ON" position.  
The indicator light comes on while driving.  
When the "VSC" warning light comes on, the "TRC OFF"  
light comes on even if the "TRC OFF" switch is not  
pressed.  
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Vehicle stability control system  
The vehicle stability control system helps provide  
comprehensive control of systems such as anti-lock  
braking system, anti-skid system, engine management,  
etc.  
This system automatically controls the brakes and  
engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when  
cornering on slippery roads or during sharp steering  
maneuvers.  
The system is activated when the vehicle speed exceeds a  
value of approximately 15 km/h.  
Within a few seconds after starting the engine or just after  
starting the vehicle, you may hear a sound coming from the  
engine compartment. This means that the system is in self-  
diagnostic mode, but it does not signal a fault.  
If the vehicle skids while driving, the slip warning light flashes  
and the alarm sounds intermittently. Special attention should  
be paid to the steering.  
When you turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, the slip  
warning light will come on for a few seconds. If the warning  
WARNING  
light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact  
any authorized Toyota dealer or service center, or another  
properly qualified and equipped professional.  
• Do not over-rely on the vehicle's stability control  
system. Even when the vehicle's stability  
control system is active, you must always drive  
carefully and carefully to avoid serious injury.  
Reckless driving can result in an unexpected  
accident.  
If the slip warning light is flashing, you should pay  
special attention to driving.  
• Use only tires of the specified  
dimensions. The tire size, manufacturer,  
brand and tread pattern should be the  
same for all 4 tires. If you use tires  
other than those specified or tires of  
a different type or size, the vehicle's  
stability control system may not  
function properly. When changing  
tires or wheels, contact any authorized  
Toyota dealer or service center, or  
another properly qualified and  
equipped professional. (See  
"Inspecting and changing tires" on  
page 378 in Chapter 7ÿ2.)  
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Parking brake  
"VSC" warning light  
When parking, apply the parking brake firmly to  
prevent the vehicle from moving unintentionally.  
The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in  
the vehicle's stability control system or in the anti-skid  
system.  
Brake: Pull the lever upwards.  
To increase the effect of the parking brake, first depress  
the brake pedal and keep it depressed while applying  
the parking brake.  
The warning light comes on when the ignition key is  
turned to the "ON" position and goes out after a few  
seconds.  
Release the brake: Lift the lever slightly (1), press the  
lock release button (2) and lower the lever down (3).  
If the light comes on while driving, the system is not  
working. However, the conventional brake system is  
functional if it is used, so you can continue driving without  
any problem.  
An illuminated parking brake light on the instrument panel  
warns you that the parking brake is engaged. After the  
brake is released, the warning light goes out.  
In the following cases, contact any authorized Toyota  
dealer or service center, or another properly qualified and  
equipped professional: The warning light does not  
illuminate when the ignition key is  
WARNING  
turned to the "ON" position.  
Before driving, make sure that the parking brake is  
fully released and that the parking brake light is off.  
The warning light will stay on after turning the  
ignition key to the "ON" position.  
The indicator light comes on while driving.  
When the "VSC" warning light comes on, the "TRC OFF"  
light comes on even if the "TRC OFF" switch is not  
pressed.  
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Cruise control  
The cruise control is designed to maintain the set  
cruising speed without the need for the driver to  
operate the gas pedal. Cruise speed can be set to  
any speed higher than 40 km/h.  
Your cruise speed can be maintained on uphill or  
downhill inclines within the limits of the engine's  
performance. However, on steeper slopes, speed  
changes may occur.  
WARNING  
• To maintain maximum control over the vehicle,  
do not use the cruise control when driving in  
heavy or variable traffic, on slippery (wet, icy  
or snowy) roads or on roads with many turns.  
TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF  
To turn on the cruise control, press the "CRUISE  
ONÿOFF" button. The "CRUISE" light on the instrument  
panel will illuminate to indicate that the cruise control is  
active. Press the "CRUISE ON–OFF" button again to  
turn off the system.  
• Avoid increasing vehicle speed when  
driving downhill. If the driving speed  
is too fast compared to the speed set  
on the cruise control, turn off the  
cruise control and then downshift to  
use engine braking to slow down.  
When the system is turned off, the cruising speed must  
be reset when the cruise control is turned back on.  
WARNING  
When you are not using the cruise control, turn  
the system off to prevent the cruise control from  
being activated unintentionally. Make sure the  
"CRUISE" indicator light is off.  
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CANCEL CRUISE CONTROL  
Cruise control can be temporarily canceled by the driver  
or the system itself under certain circumstances.  
Temporarily canceling will allow the set cruising speed  
to remain in memory.  
Cruise control can be temporarily canceled by doing  
the following:  
By pulling the lever in the "CANCEL" direction  
and releasing it  
By depressing the brake pedal  
By depressing the clutch pedal  
CRUISE SPEED SETTING  
Cruise control is temporarily canceled under certain  
circumstances:  
Before you set the cruise control speed, the transmission  
must be in the "D" position for vehicles with an  
automatic transmission  
When the vehicle speed drops below approximately  
40 km/h  
Drive the vehicle to the desired speed, push the control  
lever down in the direction of "SET/  
When the stability control system is activated  
vehicles  
COAST" and release it. This will set the current speed  
of the vehicle. If this speed is not satisfactory, move  
the lever briefly up for a higher speed or down for a lower  
speed. Each movement of the lever will change the  
speed by 1.6 km/h.  
When the vehicle speed drops by 16 km/h below the set  
speed, the cruise control is canceled and the set speed  
is deleted from the memory.  
Now you can take your foot off the gas pedal.  
The "CRUISE" light remains on to indicate that the  
system is still in operation.  
If you need to accelerate, for example when overtaking,  
depress the gas pedal until the vehicle exceeds the set  
speed. When you release the pedal, the vehicle will  
return to the speed set before the acceleration.  
To turn off the cruise control, press the "  
CRUISE ON–OFF". Make sure the "CRUISE" light goes  
out.  
When the cruise control is canceled automatically under  
circumstances other than those mentioned above, have  
the vehicle checked at the earliest opportunity by any  
authorized Toyota dealer or workshop, or another  
properly qualified and equipped professional.  
WARNING  
For manual transmission: When  
driving with the cruise control on, do not shift into  
neutral without depressing the clutch pedal, as  
this could result in a significant increase in revs  
or engine over-revving.  
CRUISE CONTROL RECOVERY  
If the cruise control is temporarily cancelled, pulling the  
lever up in the "RES/ACC" direction will restore cruising  
speed.  
The vehicle speed must be higher than 40 km/h.  
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HIGHER SPEED SETTING  
CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING  
Push the lever up in the direction of "RES/ACC" and hold  
it. After reaching the desired speed, release the lever. As  
long as you keep the lever in the up position, the vehicle  
gradually increases speed.  
If the "CRUISE" light flashes on the instrument panel  
while using the cruise control, press the "CRUISE  
ONÿOFF" button to turn the system off and then turn it  
on again by pressing the button again.  
However, a faster way is to accelerate the vehicle and  
then push the lever down in the direction of "SET/  
COAST".  
If the situation described in any of the following cases  
then occurs, there is a problem with the cruise control  
system.  
The indicator light does not light up.  
LOWER SPEED SETTING  
The indicator light starts flashing again.  
Push the lever down in the "SET/COAST" direction and  
hold it. After reaching the desired speed, release the  
lever. As long as you keep the lever in the down position,  
the vehicle gradually reduces speed.  
The indicator light goes out after lighting up.  
In these cases, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or  
service center, or another properly qualified and equipped  
professional, and have the vehicle checked.  
However, a faster way is to depress the brake pedal  
and then push the lever down in the "SET/COAST"  
direction.  
Even if you downshift as follows with the cruise control  
on for vehicles with a multi-mode automatic transmission,  
engine braking will not be possible because the cruise  
control function is not canceled.  
With  
D or 4  
D or 5  
already  
3
4-speed models 5-speed  
models  
4
To reduce the speed of the vehicle, use the cruise control  
lever to set a lower speed or depress the brake pedal. If  
you use the brake pedal, cruise control is canceled.  
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