TOYOTA iA 2016 Owners Manual (in English)

iA_OM_OM99M17z_(U)
1613-3. Transaxle
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When Driving
The gear shift indicator supports you to obtain optimum fuel economy
and smooth driving. It displays the selected gear position in the com-
bination meter as well as notifies the driver to change to the most suit-
able gear position corresponding to the actual driving condition.
Selected gear position
Suitable gear position
The gear shift indicator turns off when the following operations are performed.
●The vehicle is stopped.
● The vehicle is put in neutral.
● The vehicle is driven in reverse.
● The clutch is not fully engaged when accelerating from a stop.
● The clutch pedal remains depressed for 2 seconds or longer while driving.
NOTICE
●Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Also, do
not use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will
cause needless clutch wear and damage.
● Do not apply any excessive lateral force to the shift lever when changing
from 5th to 4th gear. This could lead to the accidental selection of 2nd
gear, which could result in damage to the transaxle.
● Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting to R. Shift-
ing to R while the vehicle is still moving may damage the transaxle.
Gear Shift Indicator
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IndicationCondition
NumeralThe selected gear position is displayed.
and numeralShift up or down to the indicated gear position is rec-
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■Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Scion recommends these shift points:
For cruising, Scion recommends these shift points:
WARNING
Do not rely solely on the shift-up/shift-down recommendations by indica-
tions. The actual driving situation might require shift operations different
from indication. To avoid the risk of accidents, the road and traffic conditions
have to be judged correctly by the driver before shifting.
Recommendations for Shifting
GearVehicle speed
1 to 217 mph (27 km/h)
2 to 327 mph (43 km/h)
3 to 437 mph (60 km/h)
4 to 547 mph (76 km/h)
5 to 655 mph (89 km/h)
GearVehicle speed
1 to 211 mph (18 km/h)
2 to 319 mph (30 km/h)
3 to 430 mph (48 km/h)
4 to 539 mph (63 km/h)
5 to 651 mph (82 km/h)

iA_OM_OM99M17z_(U)
1633-3. Transaxle
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When Driving
■Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade,
downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the
chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need
more speed.
On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed
and prolongs brake life.

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Automatic Transaxle Controls
Various Lockouts:
The Sport AT has an option that is not included in the traditional automatic
transaxle that gives the driver the option of selecting each gear instead of
leaving it to the transaxle to shift gears. Even if you intend to use the auto-
matic transaxle functions as a traditional automatic, you should also be aware
that you can inadvertently shift into manual shift mode and an inappropriate
gear may be retained as the vehicle speed increases. If you notice the engine
speed going higher or hear the engine racing, confirm you have not acciden-
tally slipped into manual shift mode (P. 168).
Lock-release button
Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal and hold in
the lock-release button to shift (The ignition must be
switched ON).
Indicates the selector lever can be shifted freely into any
position.
Indicates that you must hold in the lock-release button to
shift.

iA_OM_OM99M17z_(U)
1653-3. Transaxle
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When Driving
The selector position is indicated
when the ignition is switched ON.
■Gear position indication
In manual shift mode, the “M” of the shift position indication illumi-
nates and the numeral for the selected gear is displayed.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on P. 157.
● The shift position indicator light in the combination meter illumi-
nates. Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on P. 156.
● The selector lever must be in P or N to operate the starter.
■P (Park)
P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating.
■R (Reverse)
In position R, the vehicle moves only backward. You must be at a
complete stop before shifting to or from R, except under rare cir-
cumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle ( P. 130).
■N (Neutral)
In N, the wheels and transaxle are not locked. The vehicle will roll
freely even on the slightest inc line unless the parking brake or
brakes are on.
Apply the parking brake or depress the brake pedal before moving the
selector lever from N to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position. From a stop, the transaxle will
automatically shift through a 6-gearsequence.
Shift Position Indication
Warning Light
Transaxle Ranges

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■M (Manual)
M is the manual shift mode position. Gears can be shifted up or
down by operating the selector lever. Refer to Manual Shift Mode
on P. 168.
WARNING
■Always set the selector lever to P and set the parking brake when park-
ing
Only setting the selector lever to the P position without using the parking
brake to hold the vehicle is dangerous. If P fails to hold, the vehicle could
move and cause an accident.
■ If the engine is running faster than idle, do not shift from N or P into a
driving gear
It’s dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the engine is run-
ning faster than idle. If this is done, the vehicle could move suddenly, caus-
ing an accident or serious injury.
■ Do not shift into N wh en driving the vehicle
Shifting into N while driving is dangerous. Engine braking cannot be applied
when decelerating which could lead to an accident or serious injury.
NOTICE
●Shifting into P, N or R while the vehicle is moving can damage your tran-
saxle.
● Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is running faster
than idle can damage the transaxle.
● Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle. Doing so can cause transaxle
damage.

iA_OM_OM99M17z_(U)
1673-3. Transaxle
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When Driving
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) automatically contro ls the transaxle shift
points to best suit the road conditions and driver input. This improves
driving feel. The transaxle may switch to AAS mode when driving up
and down slopes, cornering, driving at high elevations, or depressing
the accelerator pedal quickly while t he selector lever is in the D posi-
tion. Depending on the road and dr iving conditions/vehicle operations,
gear shifting could be delayed or not occur, however, this does not
indicate a problem because the AA S mode will maintain the optimum
gear position.
The shift-lock system prevents shif ting out of P unless the brake pedal
is depressed.
To shift from P:
Depress and hold the brake pedal.
Start the engine.
Press and hold the lock-release button.
Move the selector lever.
● When the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched off, the
selector lever cannot be shifted from P.
● The ignition cannot be switched to OFF if the selector lever is not in P.
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
Shift-Lock System
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If the selector lever will not move from P using the proper shift proce-
dure, continue to hold down the brake pedal.Remove the shif t-lock override
cover using a cloth-wrapped flat
head screwdriver.
Insert a screwdriver and push it
down.
Press and hold the lock-release
button.
Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to your Scion de aler to have the system checked.
The manual shift mode gives you the feel of driving a manual tran-
saxle vehicle by allowing you to operate the selector lever manually.
This allows you to control engine rpm and torque to the drive wheels
much like a manual transaxle when more control is desired.
To change to manual shift mode,
shift the lever from D to M.
To return to automatic shift mode, shift the lever from M to D.
Shift-Lock Override
Cover
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Manual Shift Mode
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1693-3. Transaxle
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When Driving
■IndicatorsManual shift mode indication
In manual shift mode, the “M” of
the shift position indication in the
instrument panel illuminates.
Gear position indication
The numeral for the selected
gear illuminates.
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Manually shifting up
You can shift gears up by operating the shift lever.
M1  M2  M3  M4  M5  M6
To shift up to a higher gear, tap
the shift lever back once.
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■Manually shifting down
You can shift gears down by operating the shift lever.
M6  M5  M4  M3  M2  M1
To shift down to a lower gear,
tap the selector lever forward
once.
■Second gear fixed mode
When the selector lever is moved back while the vehicle speed is
about 6.2 mph (10 km/h) or less, the transaxle is set in the second
gear fixed mode. The gear is fixed in second while in this mode for
easier acceleration from a stop and driving on slippery roads such
as snow-covered roads.
If the selector lever is moved back or forward while in the sec-
ond gear fixed mode, the mode will be canceled.