tow TOYOTA PROACE 2023 User Guide

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Manual folding
The mirrors can be folded manually (parking obstruction, narrow garage, etc.).► Turn the mirror towards the vehicle.
Electric folding
Depending on equipment, the mirrors can be folded electrically, when the vehicle is parked.
► From the inside, with the ignition on, place control A in the central position.► Pull control A backwards.
► Lock the vehicle from the outside.
Electric unfolding
The door mirrors are unfolded electrically when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote control or key. Unless folding was selected with control A, pull the control in the central position towards the rear again.
NOTIC E
Folding/unfolding when locking/unlocking the vehicle can be deactivated. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.If necessary, the mirrors can be folded manually.
Heated mirrors


► Press this button.
NOTIC E
For more information on Rear screen demisting/defrosting, refer to the corresponding section.
Interior rear view mirror
Equipped with an anti-dazzle system, which darkens the mirror glass and reduces the nuisance to the driver caused by the sun, headlamps of other vehicles, etc.
Manual model
Day/night position

► Pull the lever to change to the anti-dazzle "night” position.► Push the lever to change to the normal "day" position.Adjustment► Set the mirror to the normal “day” position.
Automatic "electrochrome" model
This system automatically and gradually transitions between day and night use, with the aid of a sensor that measures the light arriving from the rear of the vehicle.
NOTIC E
To ensure optimum visibility while manoeuvring, the mirror lightens automatically when reverse gear is engaged.

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Windscreen zone for toll
badge
Depending on the version, the vehicle can be equiped with a athermic windscreen type.For a best functionnement of the toll badge system, it is necessary to place the toll badge on the windscreen zone provided for the purpose symbolised with of black dotteds around of the
interior rear view mirror base.

NOTIC E
For the version without athermic windscreen, to limit the obstruction of you field of vision through the windscreen, we recommend you to place the toll badge in the upper part of the windscreen.
Smart Cargo

The cushion of the bench seat's outer seat can be folded up against the backrest to create a loading area inside the cab. A removable flap on the partition can be
removed to allow long objects to be loaded.

NOTIC E
Once the removable flap has been removed, you can load long objects under the outer seat.
Removable flap (type 1)
Removing the flap

► While holding the flap with one hand, turn the control at the top of the flap with the other hand to release it.► Lower the flap to remove it from its housing.► Stow it behind the driver’s seat, clipping it into
the attachment lugs.► Turn the control at the top of the flap to secure it.

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When driving, it is prohibited to have a passenger:– in rows 2 and 3, in the outer right-hand seat, if the bench seat is in the fully folded position,– in the centre seat if the outer right-hand seat is in the fully folded position,– in row 3 if the backrest in front (row 2) is in the table position,– in row 3 if the seat/bench seat in front (row 2) is in the fully folded position.
Fixed one-piece bench
seat

The different equipment and settings described hereafter vary according to the version and the configuration of your vehicle.

The bench seat has a one-piece backrest that may be fixed or foldable (table position).
NOTIC E
For more information on the Seat belts, refer to the corresponding section.
Access to row 3

► Using the handle, release the rear feet then tip the seat forward.► To return the seat, tip the bench towards the rear until the feet lock into place.
NOTIC E
It is not necessary to fold the backrest (table position) to tip the bench seat for access to row 3.

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Folding the backrest to the
table position
► Put the head restraints in the low position.

► From the rear, lower the handle to release the backrest.► From the front, raise the handle to release the backrest.► Fold the backrest onto the cushion.► To return the backrest to its normal position, raise the handle and pull the backrest up.
WARNI NG
Do not leave objects (such as a bag or toys)
on the cushion when folding the backrest.
Tilting
► If your vehicle has the facility, place the backrest in the table position.

► Using the handle, release the rear feet then tip the seat forward.► To return the seat, tip the bench towards the rear until the feet lock into place..
Removing
► If the vehicle is so equipped, place the backrest in the table position.► Tip the bench seat.

► Release the front feet using the handles.
► Disengage the bench seat from its anchorages.► Remove the bench seat.
Refitting
► Check that there is no object obstructing the anchorages and preventing the feet locking into place.

► Engage the front feet in the anchorages on the floor (as shown above).

► Lock the front feet using the handles.► Tip the bench seat backwards until the rear feet lock into place.

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Folding the backrest into
the table position
► Place the head restraints in the low position.

► From the rear, lower the lever to release the backrest.► From the front, raise the lever to release the backrest.► Fold the backrest onto the seat cushion.► To return the backrest to the normal position, raise the lever and pull the backrest up (from the rear, lower the lever).
WARNI NG
Do not leave objects (such as a bag or toys) on the seat cushion when folding the backrest.
Tilting
(example of an individual seat)► If your vehicle has the facility, place the backrest in the table position.

► Using the handle, release the rear feet then tip the seat forward.► To return the seat to the normal position, unfold the seat backwards until the rear feet engage in their anchorages.
Removing
(example of an individual seat)► Tip the seat.

► Release the front feet using the handles.
► Disengage the seat from its anchorages.
► Remove the seat through the side door for row 2 or from the rear for row 3.
Refitting
(example of an individual seat)► Check that there is no object obstructing the anchorage points and preventing the feet locking correctly into place.

► Engage the front feet in the anchorage points on the floor (as shown above).

► Lock the front feet using the levers.► Tilt the seat towards the rear until the rear feet lock into place.Be careful of passengers' feet during the manoeuvre.

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Under seat cushion storage
wells

If the vehicle is so equipped, they are located underneath the centre and outer left-hand seats.To gain access to it from the cab, tip the required seat forwards.

Depending on the country of sale, the wells can be dismantled and removed through the rear so that bulky objects can be stowed underneath the bench seat.
NOTIC E
Do not attach anything to the cab fixing structure.Do not exceed the number of passengers indicated on the registration certificate.In the rear, the loading area is intended for carrying goods only.You are advised to place the goods or heavy objects as far forwards as possible in the loading area (towards the cab) and secure them by means of straps using the stowing rings on the floor.The rear seat belt frames are not designed to secure the load being carried.
Folding Crew Cab

The Crew Cab has a folding bench seat, seat belts and side windows. It is separated from the loading area by the bench seat by a high-strength grille.
Folded position

► With just one hand, pull one of the straps A
upwards to fold the bench seat.

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► Using handle B, guide the movement of the bench seat until it locks in the folded position.
Bench seat position

► To put the bench seat back in place, pull the strap C to unlock the bench seat, then release the strap.► Then, using only the handle B, guide the descent of the backrest to tip the assembly until
it locks in the bench seat position.
WARNI NG
Never put your hand underneath the bench seat to guide it downwards, as you could get your fingers trapped.Ensure there are no objects or feet beneath the bench seat or obstructing the anchorage system, preventing the assembly from being correctly locked.
WARNI NG
Do not attach anything to the cab fixing structure.Do not exceed the number of passengers indicated on the registration certificate.In the rear, the load space is intended for carrying goods only.It is recommended to place goods or heavy objects as far forwards as possible in the load space (towards the cab) and secure them by means of straps using the stowing rings on the floor.The rear seat belt frames are not designed to secure the load being carried.
Interior fittings
Mats
Fitting

When fitting it on the driver's side, only use the mountings present on the carpet.The other mats are simply laid over the carpet.
Removing/refitting
► To remove it on the driver's side, move the seat as far back as possible and give the fasteners a quarter turn.

► To refit it, position the mat and replace the
fasteners, giving them a quarter turn.► Check that the mat is secured correctly.

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Upper glove box
This is located in the dashboard, behind the steering wheel.

Press the control to open the lid (depending on version) then guide it to its fully open position.To close it, guide the lid then press the centre gently.
WARNI NG
Any liquid which could spill risks causing an electrical short circuit and therefore a potential fire.
"Aircraft" type tables

Fitted to the back of each front seat.

► To use the table, lower it fully until it locks in the low position.► To stow it, raise the table to the high position, passing the point of resistance.
WARNI NG
On the passenger side, do not forget to fold the table up before placing the seat in the "table" position.Do not place hard or heavy objects on the table. They could become dangerous projectiles in the event of emergency braking or impact.
NOTIC E
For more information on the Front seats, and in particular placing the backrest in the "table" position, refer to the corresponding section.
12 V socket(s)
Depending on version.

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► Lift the cover.► Check that the indicator lamp is on green.► Connect your multimedia or other electrical device (telephone charger, laptop computer, CD-DVD player, bottle warmer, etc.).In the event of a malfunction, the green indicator lamp flashes.Have it checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
WARNI NG
Connect only one device to the socket at a time (do not use an extension lead or multi-socket) and only connect devices with Class II insulation (indicated on the device).Do not use devices with metallic cases.
NOTIC E
If the power consumption becomes too high and when required by the vehicle's electrical system (particular weather conditions, electrical overload, etc.), the power supply to the socket will be cut off; the green indicator lamp goes off
Load space cover


► To remove it, lift it up.► To install it, insert the guides into their housings.
WARNI NG
In the event of sudden deceleration, objects placed on the load space cover can turn into projectiles.
Loading area fittings
Stowing rings

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Use the stowing rings on the rear floor to secure loads.As a safety precaution in case of sharp braking, we recommend placing heavy objects as far forwards as possible (i.e. near the cab).We recommend using the stowing rings on the floor to firmly secure the load.
Load retaining partition


On the floor, behind the front seats, a vertical partition protects the driver and front passengers against the risk of load movement.
Steel or glazed partitions separate the loading area from the cab.
Recommendations on
loading
WARNI NG
The weight of the load must comply with the
Gross Train Weight (GTW).For more information on Engine technical data and towed loads, refer to the corresponding section.
WARNI NG
If you are using a carrying system (roof bars/roof rack), comply with the maximum loads associated with this system.For more information on Roof bars/Roof rack, refer to the corresponding section.
WARNI NG
Make sure that the size, shape and volume of the loads carried are compatible with the highway code and safety regulations and do not impair the driver’s field of vision.
WARNI NG
The load must be evenly distributed in the loading area so as not to interfere with driving the vehicle.Place the load close to the side panels, or even push it against the side panels between the wheel arches.However, it is recommended that heavy
objects are placed as close to the cab as possible as a precaution in case of sharp braking.
WARNI NG
Firmly secure all parts of the load using the stowing rings on the floor of the loading area.For more information on the Interior fittings and in particular on the stowing rings, refer to the corresponding section.