tow TOYOTA AYGO 2012 (in English) User Guide

2When driving
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 118
Engine (ignition) switch ..... 130
Multi-mode manual
transmission ................... 133
Manual transmission ......... 138
Turn signal lever ............... 140
Parking brake.................... 141
Horn .................................. 142
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 143
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 145
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch................ 148
Fog light switch ................. 152
Windshield wiper and
washer ............................ 154
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 156
2-4. Using other driving systems
Driving assist systems ...... 158
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 161
Winter driving tips ............. 163
Trailer towing .................... 167

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch
Turning on the high beam headlights
With the headlights on, push
the lever away from you to
turn on the high beams.
Pull the lever toward you to the
center position to turn the high
beams off.
Pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the high
beams once.
You can flash the high beams
with the headlights on or off.
The headlights can be operated manually.
Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
The front position,
tail, license plate and
instrument panel
lights turn on.
The headlights and
all the lights listed
above turn on.

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2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage
CAUTION
Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:
Receptacles containing gasoline
Aerosol cans
Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.
Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than
the seatbacks.
Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle
in the event of sudden braking or in an accident.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item
may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the ped-
als from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the
driver or passengers, causing an accident:
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:
Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever
possible.
Be sure all items are secured in place.
To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage
evenly within the luggage compartment.
For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.

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Trailer towing
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or
the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc.
Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow
hitch mounted carriers.

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Maintenance and care
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition (P. 266)•Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Engine coolant level (P. 264)• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology. “Toyota
Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-
mixed with 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool-
ant)
Engine oil levelP. 261)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding
engine oil)
Fuses (P. 282)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 292)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser
(P. 266)

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Removing the support rod
Hold the support protector
area, and remove the support
rod from the clip as shown in
the illustration.
Move the support rod as
shown in the illustration.
Hold the hood open by insert-
ing the supporting rod into the
slot.
To insert the support rod into
the slot, move it as shown in
the illustration. If it is moved to
the side or toward the outside
of the vehicle, it may become
detached.
Protector

5When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 304
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ......................... 305
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 310
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................ 311
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 312
If you have a flat tire ......... 318
If the engine will not
start................................. 329
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted (vehicles with a
multi-mode manual
transmission) .................. 330
If you lose your keys ......... 331
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 332
If your vehicle overheats ... 336
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 339
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in
an emergency ................. 341

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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional before towing.
The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in
an emergency, your vehicle may
be temporarily towed using a
cable or chain secured to the
emergency towing eyelet. This
should only be attempted on
hard surfaced roads for short
distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to
steer and operate the brakes.
The vehicle’s wheels, drive train,
axles, steering and brakes must
be in good condition.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, such as a commercial towing service,
using a lift-type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.

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Installing towing eyelet
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel bolt
wrench.

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Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the front
Release the parking brake.
From the rear
We recommend using a towing
dolly under the front wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to the “ON”
position (vehicles with a multi-
mode manual transmission) or
the “ACC” position (vehicles with
a manual transmission) and shift
the shift lever to N.