TOYOTA AURIS 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

2894-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
Shifting the shift lever
Operate the shift lever gently and ensure correct shifting operation.
When shifting to the D or R positions, move the shift lever
along the shift gate.
To shift to the N position, slide the shift lever to the left and
hold it. The shift position will change to N.
Shifting to B is only possible when shift position D is selected.
The shift lever will always return to this position after a shifting
operation.
When shifting from P to N, D or R, from D to R, or from R to D, ensure
that the brake pedal is being depressed and that the vehicle is station-
ary.
Hybrid transmission (hybrid model)
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.

2904-2. Driving procedures
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The position of the frame on the shift position indicator changes in
accordance with the current shift position.
When selecting a shift position, make sure that the shift position has
been changed to the desired position by checking the shift position
indicator provided on the instrument panel.
When a shift position other than D or B is selected, the arrow toward B
disappears from the shift position indicator.
Shift position purpose
*: For good fuel economy and noise reduction, the D position should usually
be used.
Shift positionFunction
PParking the vehicle or starting the hybrid system
RReversing
NNeutral
DNormal driving*
BApplying moderate engine braking when driving
down hills or on steep slopes

2914-2. Driving procedures
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P position switch
The shift position can be changed to P through the use of the P
position switch.
Fully stop the vehicle and keep
depressing the brake pedal,
and then press the P position
switch.
When the shift position is
changed to P, the switch indica-
tor comes on.
Check that the P position indica-
tor is illuminated on the shift
position indicator.
Shifting the shift position from P to other positions:
• While depressing the brake pedal firmly, operate the shift lever. If
the shift lever is operated without depressing the brake pedal, a
buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled.
• After the shift lever is operated, make sure to use the shift posi-
tion indicator for checking that the desired shift position has been
attained. (P. 1 1 4 )
• The shift position cannot be changed from P to B directly.

2924-2. Driving procedures
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Selecting a driving mode
The following modes can be selected to suit driving conditions.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating and braking. The operation of the air condi-
tioning system will be minimized.
Press the “ECO MODE” switch once more to cancel the Eco drive mode.
Eco drive mode will not be canceled until the “ECO MODE” switch is
pressed, even if the power switch is turned off.
Press the “PWR MODE” switch to change the driving mode to power
mode.
Power mode
Use when high levels of response and feeling are desirable, such as when
driving in mountainous regions or when overtaking.
Press the “PWR MODE” switch once more to cancel the power mode.
Turning the power switch off will cancel power mode.
Press the “ECO MODE” switch to change the driving mode to Eco drive
mode.
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2934-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
Using engine braking
To use engine braking, select the B position.
During high speed driving, you may feel that deceleration by engine braking
is less than that of a conventional vehicle.
Do not continue normal driving with the transmission in B for a long time.
This may cause decreased fuel economy. To prevent this, use D for normal
driving.
Reverse warning buzzer
When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift
lever is in R.
When the accelerator pedal is depressed while the shift position is in N
A buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift position is in N.
Eco drive mode
When the accelerator pedal is depressed in Eco drive mode, it may take more
time to accelerate than usual. This is normal operation.
For the shift positions
When the power switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed.
When the power switch is in ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating),
the shift position can only be changed to N. The shift position will be
changed to N even if the shift lever is shifted to D or R and held in that posi-
tion.
When the “READY” indicator is on, the shift position can be changed from P
to D, N or R.
When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be
changed from P to another position even if the shift lever is operated.
Wait until the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing to a solid light, and
then operate the shift lever again.
The shift position can only be changed to B directly from D.

2944-2. Driving procedures
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If an attempt is made to change the shift position by moving the shift lever in
any of the following situations, a buzzer will sound and the shifting operation
will be disabled or the shift position will automatically change to N. When this
happens, select an appropriate shift position.
Situations where the shifting operation will be disabled:
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P to another
position by moving the shift lever without depressing the brake pedal.
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P or N to B
by moving the shift lever.
Situations where the shift position will automatically change to N:
• When the P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is running.
*1
• When an attempt is made to select the R position by moving the shift
lever when the vehicle is moving forward.
*2
• When an attempt is made to select the D position by moving the shift
lever when the vehicle is moving in reverse.
*3
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from R to B by
moving the shift lever.
*1: Shift position may be changed to P when driving at extremely low speeds.
*2: Shift position may be changed to R when driving at low speeds.
*3: Shift position may be changed to D when driving at low speeds.
When driving with cruise control activated (if equipped)
Even if switching the driving mode to power mode with the intent of enabling
engine braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control will not
be canceled. (P. 322)
Customization
Settings (e. g. Reverse warning buzzer) can be changed. (Customizable fea-
ture P. 719)

2954-2. Driving procedures
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CAUTION
When driving on slippery road surfaces
Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.
For the shift lever
Do not remove the shift lever knob or use anything but a genuine Toyota
shift lever knob. Also, do not hang anything on the shift lever.
Doing so could prevent the shift lever from returning to position, causing
unexpected accidents to occur when the vehicle is in motion.
P position switch
Do not press the P position switch while the vehicle is moving.
If the P position switch is pressed when driving at very low speeds (for
example, directly before stopping the vehicle), the vehicle may stop sud-
denly when the shift position switches to P, which could lead to an accident.

2964-2. Driving procedures
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NOTICE
Situations where P position control system malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs, P position control system malfunc-
tions are possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the park-
ing brake, and then contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
When a warning message indicating malfunction appears on the multi-
information display. (P. 599)
When the shift position indicator remains off.
Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
If shift position N is selected, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid leaving the N
position selected for an extended period of time.
If the vehicle cannot be shifted out of P
There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery is discharged. Check the 12-
volt battery in this situation.
Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operation
Avoid repeatedly operating the shift lever and P position switch in quick suc-
cession.
The system protection function may activate and it will not be temporarily
possible to shift the shift position other than P. If this happens, please wait
for a while before attempting to change the shift position again.

2974-2. Driving procedures
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Right turn
Lane change to the right (move
the lever partway and release
it)
The right hand signals will flash 3
times.
Lane change to the left (move
the lever partway and release
it)
The left hand signals will flash 3
times.
Left turn
Turn signals can be operated when
Except hybrid model (vehicles without a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Except hybrid model (vehicles with a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Hybrid model:
The power switch is in ON mode.
If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
Customization
The number of times the turn signals flash during a lane change can be
changed. (Customizable feature P. 721)
Tur n signal lever
Operating instructions
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2984-2. Driving procedures
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To set the parking brake, fully
pull the parking brake lever
while depressing the brake
pedal.
To release the parking brake,
slightly raise the lever and
lower it completely while press-
ing the button.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 5 km/h
(3 mph) or more with the parking brake engaged. (P. 585)
Usage in winter time
P. 368
Parking brake
Operating instructions
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NOTICE
When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P
(Multidrive) and make sure that the vehicle does not move.
Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.