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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.

3

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.

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169

2 3

Motory 1AZ–FE to 1AZ–FSE

range 1

km/h

62

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• "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

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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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 km/h

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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