tow TOYOTA PROACE CITY VERSO 2020 Owner's Manual

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immediately after the impact, the airbags deflate rapidly so that they do not hinder visibility or the exit of the occupants,– in the case of a minor or rear impact or in certain rollover conditions, the airbags may not be deployed; the seat belt alone contributes towards ensuring your protection in these situations.
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The airbags do not operate when the ignition is switched off.This equipment will only deploy once. If a second impact occurs (during the same or a subsequent accident), the airbag will not be deployed again.
Impact detection zones
A.Front impact zone
B.Side impact zone
NOTIC E
When one or more airbags are deployed, the detonation of the pyrotechnic charge incorporated in the system makes a noise and releases a small quantity of smoke.This smoke is not harmful, but sensitive individuals may experience slight irritation.The detonation noise associated with the deployment of one or more airbags may result in a slight loss of hearing for a short time.
Front airbags

System that protects the driver and front passenger(s) in the event of a serious front impact, limiting the risk of head and chest injury.The driver's airbag is fitted in the centre of the steering wheel; the front passenger airbag is fitted in the roof.
Deployment
The airbags are deployed (except the front passenger airbag if it has been deactivated) in
the event of a serious front impact to all or part of the frontal impact zone A, in the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from the front towards the rear of the vehicle.The front airbag inflates between the chest and head of the front occupant of the vehicle and the steering wheel, on the driver's side, and the dashboard, on the passenger side, to cushion their forward movement.

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When driving, keep the glove box closed. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

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Lateral airbags

If fitted to the vehicle, this system protects the driver and front passenger in the event of a serious side impact, limiting the risk of injury to the chest, between the abdomen and head.Each lateral airbag is mounted in the seat backrest frame, on the door side.
Deployment
They are deployed on one side in the event of a serious side impact applied to all or part
of the side impact zone, perpendicular to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from the outside towards the inside of the vehicle.The lateral airbag inflates between the front occupant's abdomen and head and the associated door trim panel.
Curtain airbags
If fitted to the vehicle, this system offers enhanced protection for the driver and passengers (except in the central seats) in the event of a serious side impact, limiting the risk of injury to the side of the head.Each curtain airbag is built into the pillars and the upper passenger compartment area.
Deployment
They are deployed on one side in the event of a serious side impact applied to all or part of the side impact zone, perpendicular to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle on a horizontal plane and directed from the outside towards the inside of the vehicle.The curtain airbag inflates between the outer rear passenger and the windows.
Malfunction
If this warning lamp comes on in the instrument panel, you must contact a
TOYOTA dealer or a qualified workshop to have the system checked.The airbags may not be deployed in the event of a serious impact.
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In the event of a minor impact or bump at the side of the vehicle or if the vehicle rolls over, the airbags may not be deployed.In the event of a rear or front collision, none of the lateral airbags are deployed.
Advice
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For the airbags to be fully effective, observe the safety recommendations below.Adopt a normal upright sitting position.Fasten the seat belt ensuring it is correctly positioned and adjusted.Do not leave anything between the occupants and the airbags (a child, pet, object, etc.), nor fix or attach anything close to or in the way of the airbag release trajectory; this could cause injuries during their deployment.Never modify the original definition of your vehicle, particularly in the area directly around the airbags.After an accident or if the vehicle has been stolen, have the airbag systems checked.

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NOTIC E
It is recommended that children travel on the rear seats of the vehicle:– ‘rear facing’ up to the age of 3,– ‘forward facing’ over the age of 3.
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Make sure that the seat belt is correctly positioned and tightened.For child seats with a support leg, ensure that the support leg is in firm and steady contact with the floor.
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Remove and stow the head restraint before installing a child seat with backrest on a passenger seat. Refit the head restraint once the child seat has been removed.
Advice
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An incorrectly installed child seat compromises the child's safety in the event of an accident.Ensure that there is no seat belt or seat belt buckle under the child seat, as this could destabilise it.
Remember to fasten the seat belts or the harness of child seats, keeping the slack relative to the child's body to a minimum, even for short journeys.When installing a child seat using the seat belt, ensure that the seat belt is tightened correctly on the child seat and that it secures the child seat firmly on the seat of the vehicle. If the passenger seat is adjustable, move it forwards if necessary.Remove the head restraint before installing a child seat with a backrest on a passenger seat.Ensure that the head restraint is stored or attached securely to prevent it from being thrown around the vehicle in the event of sharp braking. Refit the head restraint once the child seat has been removed.
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Installing a booster seatThe chest part of the seat belt must be positioned on the child's shoulder without touching the neck.Ensure that the lap part of the seat belt passes correctly over the child's thighs.Use a booster seat with backrest, equipped with a belt guide at shoulder level.
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Additional protectionsTo prevent accidental opening of the doors and rear windows, use the "Child lock".Take care not to open the rear windows by more than one third.To protect young children from the rays of the sun, fit side blinds on the rear windows.As a safety precaution, do not leave:– a child alone and unattended in a vehicle,– a child or an animal in a vehicle which is exposed to the sun, with the windows closed,– the keys within reach of children inside the vehicle.

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For more information on the Front seats and, in particular, the folded position for the backrest, refer to the corresponding secti\
on.(g) On the L1 version, fold down the backrests in row 2.(h) Installing child seats with a support leg is prohibited in the third ro\
w.U Seat position suitable for installing a child seat secured using the se\
at belt and universally approved for rearward-facing and/or forward-faci\
ng use.UF Seat position suitable for installing a child seat secured using a seat\
belt and universally approved for forward-facing use.X Seat position not suitable for installing a child seat for the stated w\
eight class.
"ISOFIX" mountings
Row 2

* On some versions, the central seat is not equipped with ISOFIX mountings.

The vehicle has been approved in accordance with the latest ISOFIX regulation.If fitted on the vehicle, the regulation ISOFIX mountings are identified by labels.The mountings comprise three rings for each seat:– Two front rings A, located between the vehicle seat backrest and cushion, indicated by an "ISOFIX" marking,– If fitted to your vehicle, a rear ring B, located behind the vehicle's seat, called Top Tether, for securing the upper strap, indicated by a "Top Tether" marking.The Top Tether secures the upper strap of child seats that have them. In case of frontal impact,
this device limits the tilting of the child seat forward.This ISOFIX mounting system provides fast, reliable and safe fitting of the child seat in the vehicle.The ISOFIX child seats are fitted with two latches which are secured on the two front rings A.Some child seats also have an upper strap which is attached to rear ring B.To secure the child seat to the Top Tether:– remove and stow the head restraint before installing a child seat on this seat (refit it once the child seat has been removed),– pass the strap of the child seat over the top of the seat backrest, centring it between the
openings for the head restraint rods,– attach the hook of the upper strap to rear ring B,– tighten the upper strap.

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In case of towing
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Driving with a trailer places greater demands on the towing vehicle and requires extra care from the driver.
NOTIC E
Respect the maximum towable weights.At altitude: reduce the maximum load by 10% per 1,000 metres (3,280 ft) of altitude; the density of the air decreases with altitude and the performance of the engine reduces.
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New vehicle: do not pull a trailer before having driven at least 1,000 kilometres (620 miles).
NOTIC E
If the outside temperature is high, let the engine idle for 1 to 2 minutes after the vehicle comes to a stop, to help it to cool.
Before setting off
Nose weight
► Distribute the load in the trailer so that the heaviest items are as close as possible to the axle and the nose weight (at the point where it joins your vehicle) approaches the maximum permitted without exceeding it.
Tyres
► Check the tyre pressures of the towing vehicle and of the trailer, observing the recommended pressures.
Lighting
► Check the electrical signalling on the trailer and the headlamp beam height of your vehicle.
NOTIC E
If a genuine TOYOTA towing device is used, the rear parking sensors will be deactivated automatically to avoid the audible signal.
When driving
Cooling
Towing a trailer uphill increases the temperature of the coolant. The maximum towable load depends on the gradient and the exterior temperature. The cooling capacity of the fan does not increase with engine speed.► Reduce speed and lower the engine speed, so as to limit the heating-up.
In all cases, pay attention to the coolant temperature.If this warning lamp and the STOP warning lamp come on, stop the vehicle and switch off the engine as soon as possible.
Brakes
Braking distances are increased when towing a trailer. To avoid overheating of the brakes, the use of engine braking is recommended.
Side wind
Bear in mind the increased susceptibility to the wind that the vehicle will have.
Anti-theft protection
Electronic immobiliser
The remote control contains an electronic chip which has a special code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised in order for starting to be possible.A few seconds after switching off the ignition,
this system locks the engine control system, therefore preventing the engine from being started in the event of a break-in.In the event of a fault, you are informed by illumination of this warning lamp, an audible signal and a message on the screen.The vehicle will not start; contact a TOYOTA dealer as soon as possible.

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With a manual gearbox, engage a gear and then switch off the ignition.
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With an automatic gearbox, place the gear selector in position P, then switch off the ignition.
Electric parking brake
In automatic mode, this system applies the parking brake when the engine is switched off and releases it when the vehicle moves off.


At any time, with the engine running:► to apply the parking brake, briefly pull the control lever;► to release it, briefly push the control lever while pressing the brake pedal.Automatic mode is activated by default.
Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on in the instrument panel and on the control lever to confirm the application of the parking brake, accompanied by display of the message "Parking brake applied".It goes off to confirm the release of the parking brake.This indicator lamp flashes on the control lever when manual parking brake application or release is performed.
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In the event of a battery failure, the electric parking brake does not work.As a safety measure with a manual gearbox, if the parking brake is not applied, immobilise the vehicle by engaging a gear.As a safety measure with an automatic gearbox, if the parking brake is not applied, immobilise the vehicle by placing the chocks supplied against one of the wheels.Contact a TOYOTA dealer or a qualified workshop.


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Before leaving the vehicle, check that the parking brake is applied: the indicator lamps in the instrument panel and the control lever must be on fixed.If the parking brake is not applied, there is an audible signal and a message is displayed on opening the driver's door.
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Never leave a child alone inside the vehicle as they could release the parking brake.
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When towing, parking on a steep slope or if the vehicle is heavily laden, turn the wheels

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towards the kerb and with a manual gearbox, engage a gear.When towing, parking on a steep slope, or if the vehicle is heavily laden, turn the wheels towards the kerb and select mode P with an automatic gearbox.When towing, the vehicle is approved for parking on slopes of up to 12%.
Manual operation
Manual release
With the ignition on or engine running:► Press the brake pedal.► While maintaining pressure on the brake pedal, briefly push the control lever.The complete release of the parking brake is confirmed by the braking indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever going off, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake released".
NOTIC E
If you push the control lever without pressing the brake pedal, the parking brake will not be released and a message is displayed.
Manual application
With the vehicle stationary:► Pull briefly on the control lever.
Confirmation of the application instruction is signalled by flashing of the indicator lamp in the control lever.The application of the parking brake is confirmed by illumination of the braking indicator lamp and of the P indicator lamp in the control lever, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake applied".
Automatic operation
Automatic release
Ensure first that the engine is running and the driver's door is properly closed.The electric parking brake releases automatically and progressively when the vehicle moves off.With a manual gearbox► Fully depress the clutch pedal, engage first gear or reverse.► Press the accelerator pedal and release the clutch pedal.With an automatic gearbox
► Press the brake pedal.► Select position D, M or R.► Release the brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal.
NOTIC E
With an automatic gearbox, if the brake does not release automatically, check that the front doors are correctly closed.
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When stationary with the engine running, do not press the accelerator pedal unnecessarily - risk of parking brake release.
Automatic application
With the vehicle stationary, the parking brake is applied automatically when the engine is switched off.When the parking brake is applied, the brake indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever come on, accompanied by the onscreen message "Parking brake applied".
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It is not applied automatically if the engine stalls or enters STOP mode with Stop & Start.
NOTIC E
With automatic operation, it is also possible to manually apply or release the parking brake using the control lever.

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Special cases
Immobilisation of the vehicle with the
engine running
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine running, briefly pull the control lever.Application of the parking brake is confirmed by illumination of the braking indicator lamp and the P indicator lamp in the control lever, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake applied".
Parking the vehicle with the brake
released
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In very cold conditions (ice), applying the parking brake is not recommended.To immobilise the vehicle, engage a gear or place the chocks against one of the wheels.
NOTIC E
With an automatic gearbox, mode P is automatically selected when the ignition is switched off. The wheels are blocked.For more information on Free-wheeling, refer
to the corresponding section.
NOTIC E
With an automatic gearbox, while mode N is selected, opening the driver’s door triggers an audible signal. It stops when the driver's door closes again.
Deactivating automatic
operation
In some situations, for example when it is extremely cold or when towing (e.g. caravan, breakdown), it may be necessary to deactivate automatic operation of the system.► Start the engine.► Apply the parking brake with the control lever, if it is released.► Take your foot fully off the brake pedal.► Push and hold the control lever in the release direction for at least 10 seconds and no more than 15 seconds.► Release the control lever.
► Press and hold the brake pedal.► Pull the control lever in the application direction for 2 seconds.Deactivation of the automatic functions is confirmed by illumination of this indicator lamp in the instrument panel.► Release the control lever and the brake pedal.
From now on, the parking brake can only be applied and released manually using the control lever.Repeat this procedure to reactivate automatic operation (confirmed by the indicator lamp in the instrument panel going off).
Emergency braking
In the event of a fault with the brake pedal or in an exceptional situation (e.g. driver taken ill, driver under instruction), a continuous pull on the electric parking brake control lever will brake the vehicle. Braking takes place while the control lever is being pulled; it is interrupted when the control lever is released.The ABS and DSC systems ensure stability of the vehicle during emergency braking.If the emergency braking malfunctions, the message "Parking brake control faulty" will be displayed in the instrument panel.
If the ABS and DSC systems malfunction,
signalled by the illumination of one or both warning lamps in the instrument panel, then stability of the vehicle is no longer guaranteed.In this event, stability must be assured by the driver by repeating alternate "pull-release" actions on the control lever until the vehicle is immobilised.

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P.Park.
R.Reverse.
N.Neutral.
D.Drive (automatic operation).
M.Manual (manual operation with sequential changing of the gears).
NOTIC E
Position N can be used in traffic jams or in a car wash tunnel.
Steering mounted controls

► Pull the right-hand "+" or left-hand "-" control paddle towards you to change up or down.
NOTIC E
The steering mounted controls do not allow neutral to be selected and reverse gear to be engaged or disengaged.
Information displayed on
the instrument panel


When you move the selector or press button M, the corresponding gear and indicator lamp are shown on the instrument panel.The "-" symbol is displayed if a value is invalid.► If the message "Foot on the brake" is displayed on the instrument panel, press the brake pedal firmly.
Moving off
► With your foot on the brake, select position P.► Start the engine.If the conditions are not met, there is an audible signal, accompanied by a message on the instrument panel screen.► Release the parking brake.► Select position R, N or D.
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When moving off on a steep slope with a loaded vehicle, press the brake pedal, select position D, release the parking brake, then release the brake pedal.
► Gradually release the brake pedal.The vehicle moves off immediately.
NOTIC E
If P is displayed on the instrument panel but the selector is in another position, place the

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Qualifier plate detectedDisplay of the speed associated with the qualifier plate
Speed limit if towing

If an approved towing device is fixed to the vehicle:90 km/h (56 mph) (for example)
Speed limit applicable over a certain distanceExample:

70 km/h (43 mph) (for example)
Speed limit for vehicles whose gross vehicle weight or gross train weight is less than 3.5 tonnes

90 km/h (56 mph) (for example)
Speed limit in snowExample:

If the exterior temperature is below 3°C:
30 km/h (19 mph) (for example)with a "snowflake" symbol
Qualifier plate detectedDisplay of the speed associated with the qualifier plate
Speed limit at certain timesExample:

30 km/h (19 mph) (for example)with a "clock" symbol
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The units for the speed limit (km/h or mph) depend on the country you are driving in.This should be taken into account so that you observe the speed limit.For the system to work correctly when changing country, the speed unit in the instrument panel must correspond to that of the country you are driving in.
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The automatic reading of road signs is a driving aid system and does not always display speed limits correctly.The speed limit signs present on the road always take priority over the display by the system. The system is designed to detect signs that conform to the Vienna Convention on road signs.
NOTIC E
Specific speed limits, such as those for heavy goods vehicles, are not displayed.The display of the speed limit in the instrument panel is updated when passing a speed limit sign intended for cars (light vehicles).
Activation / Deactivation
By default, the system is automatically activated at every engine start.It is set via the vehicle configuration menu.