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STARTING AND DRIVING
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Instructions for driving in
different conditions
• Always slow down in strong crosswinds.
• Do not leave your foot on the brake pedal
while driving. This can cause dangerous
overheating of the brakes, excessive brake
wear and higher fuel consumption.
It will give you better control of the vehicle.
• Approach curbs slowly and if possible at a right
angle. Avoid driving over tall, sharp objects and
other irregularities on the road. This could lead to
serious tire damage such as a flat tire.
• When driving down a long or steep hill, reduce
speed and shift to a lower gear. Remember
that excessive use of the brakes can cause
them to overheat and malfunction.
Drive slowly when driving over bumps or rough
roads. Otherwise, the impact could seriously damage
the tires and/or wheels.
• Be careful when accelerating, changing gears
and braking on slippery road surfaces. Sudden
• If you park on a slope, turn the front wheels so that
they rest on the curb to prevent the vehicle from
rolling away. Apply the parking brake and engage
"P" (automatic transmission) or first gear or
reverse (manual transmission). If necessary,
support the wheels.
acceleration or engine braking can cause the
car to skid or the wheels to slip.
• Do not continue driving when the brakes are
wet. If they are wet, the vehicle will require a
longer stopping distance and may pull to the
side when braking. Also, the parking brake
will not hold the vehicle securely.
• When washing the vehicle or driving through deep
water, water can get into the brakes.
To find out if there is water in them, check the traffic
situation in your area and lightly depress the brake
pedal. If the braking effect is different than usual,
there is probably water in the brakes. To dry it, drive
carefully with the brake pedal slightly depressed and
the parking brake engaged.
NOTICE
When driving on a wet road, avoid entering large
puddles or places with standing water. Large
amounts of water entering the engine compartment
may cause damage to the engine and/or electrical
components.
If the brakes still do not function safely, the vehicle
must be pulled off the road and any authorized
Toyota dealer or service center, or another properly
qualified and equipped professional, must be
contacted for assistance.
WARNING
• Before driving, make sure the parking brake
is fully released and the parking brake light is
off.
• Do not leave the vehicle unattended,
when the engine is running.
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