Gear indicator TOYOTA PROACE VERSO 2022 User Guide

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Special case with Smart
Entry & Start
Switching on the ignition without
starting the engine
With the Smart Entry & Start system’s electronic key inside the vehicle, pressing the "START/STOP" button, with no action on
the pedals, allows the ignition to be switched on.► Pressing this button again switches off the ignition and allows the vehicle to be locked.
Back-up starting
A back-up reader is fitted to the steering column, to enable the engine to be started if the system fails to detect the key in the recognition zone, or if the battery in the electronic key is flat.

► Place and hold the remote control against the reader.► With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever in neutral, then fully depress the clutch pedal.► With an automatic gearbox or a drive selector, select mode P, then depress the brake pedal.► Press the "START/STOP" button.The engine starts.
Remote control not recognised
If the remote control is no longer in the recognition zone, a message appears in the instrument panel when closing a door or trying to switch off the engine.► To confirm switching off the engine, press and hold the "START/STOP" button for about 3 seconds, then contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Forced switch-off (also called
Back-up switch-off)
In case of emergency only, the engine can be switched off without conditions (even when driving).► To do this, press and hold the "START/STOP" button for about 5 seconds.In this case, the steering column locks as soon as the vehicle stops.
"Key off" mode
"Key off" mode allows you to lock the vehicle while leaving the engine running without the key or Smart Entry & Start being inside the vehicle.This mode allows electrical devices to continue operating to ensure thermal comfort, vehicle security and operation of the vehicle systems needed for the task.

KEY
OFF

► To activate or deactivate this mode, press this button (the button's indicator lamp is on when the mode is activated).
NOTIC E
With an electric motor, this mode remains active for about 10 minutes after the vehicle is locked.

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Manual parking brake
Application
► With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the parking brake lever up to immobilise your vehicle.
Release on level ground
► With your foot on the brake pedal, pull the parking brake lever up gently, press the release button, then lower the lever fully.When the vehicle is being driven, this warning lamp coming on, accompanied by an audible signal and a message, indicates that the parking brake is still applied or has not been fully released.
WARNI NG
When parking on a slope or on a steep slope with a loaded vehicle, turn the wheels against the kerb then apply the parking brake.
NOTIC E
Pressing the brake pedal facilitates the application and release of the manual parking brake.
WARNI NG
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.► To release it, briefly push the control while pressing the brake pedal.Automatic mode is activated by default.This automatic operation can be temporarily deactivated.
Indicator lamp
This indicator lamp comes on both on the instrument panel and on the control to confirm that the parking brake has been applied, accompanied by display of the message "Parking brake applied".
The indicator lamp goes out to confirm the release of the parking brake, accompanied by the display of the message "Parking brake released".

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The indicator lamp flashes in response to a manual request to apply or release the brake.
WARNI NG
In the event of a battery failure, the electric parking brake will not operate. 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 or drive selector, if the parking brake is not applied, immobilise the vehicle by placing the supplied chock against one of the wheels.Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.


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Before leaving the vehicle, check that the parking brake is applied: the parking brake
indicator lamps on the instrument panel and the control 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.
WARNI NG
Never leave a child alone inside the vehicle, as they could release the parking brake.
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When the vehicle is parked: on a steep slope, heavily loaded or during towingWith a manual gearbox, turn the wheels toward the pavement and engage a gear.With an automatic gearbox or a drive selector, turn the wheels toward the pavement and select mode P.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:► Depress the brake pedal.► While maintaining pressure on the brake pedal, briefly push the control lever.
NOTIC E
If you push the control lever without pressing the brake pedal, the parking brake is not released and a message is displayed.
Manual application
With the vehicle stationary:
► Pull briefly on the control lever.The control lever indicator lamp flashes to confirm the application request.
Automatic operation
Automatic release
First ensure that the engine is running and that the driver's door is closed.The electric parking brake gradually releases automatically as the vehicle moves off.With a manual gearbox► Fully depress the clutch pedal and engage first gear or reverse.► Depress the accelerator pedal and release the clutch pedal.With an automatic gearbox► Depress the brake pedal.► Select mode D, M or R.► Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator pedal.With a drive selector► Depress the brake pedal.► Select mode D, B or R.

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► Release the brake pedal and depress the accelerator pedal.
NOTIC E
With an automatic gearbox or drive selector, if the brake does not release automatically, check that the front doors are properly closed.
WARNI NG
When stationary with the engine running, do not depress 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.
WARNI NG
It is not applied automatically if the engine stalls or enters STOP mode with Stop & Start.
NOTIC E
In automatic mode, the parking brake can be manually applied or released at any time using the control.
Special cases
Immobilising the vehicle with the
engine running
To immobilise the vehicle with the engine running, briefly pull the control lever.
Parking the vehicle with the brake
released
WARNI NG
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 or drive selector, 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 or drive selector, 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.► Use the control lever to apply the parking brake, if it is released.► Take your foot fully off the brake pedal.► Hold the control lever pressed in the release direction for between 10 and a maximum of 15 seconds.► Release the control lever.► Depress and hold the brake pedal.► Pull the control lever in the application direction for 2 seconds.This indicator lamp on the instrument panel comes on to confirm deactivation of
the automatic functions.► Release the control lever and the brake pedal.

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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 on the instrument panel going off).
Emergency braking
If depressing the brake pedal fails to provide
effective braking or in exceptional circumstances (e.g. driver unwell, assisted driving), the vehicle can be braked by sustained pulling on the electric parking brake control. Braking continues for as long as the control is kept pulled, and ceases when the control is released.The ABS and DSC systems stabilise the vehicle during emergency braking.If emergency braking malfunctions, the message "Parking brake fault" will be displayed on the instrument panel.If the ABS and DSC systems malfunction, indicated by lighting one or both warning lamps on the instrument panel, the vehicle’s stability is no longer ensured.► In this case, ensure the vehicle's stability by successive and repeated "pull-release" actions on the electric parking brake control until the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Hill start assist
System which briefly keeps the vehicle stationary (for approximately 2 seconds) when making a hill start, while you transfer your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.It is only active when:– The vehicle is completely stationary, with your foot on the brake pedal,
– Certain slope conditions are met,– The driver’s door is closed.
WARNI NG
Do not leave the vehicle while it is being held temporarily by hill start assist.If someone needs to get out of the vehicle with the engine running, apply the parking brake manually. After that, ensure that the parking brake indicator lamp and the indicator lamp P in the electric parking brake control lever are on fixed.
WARNI NG
The hill start assist function cannot be deactivated. However, use of the parking brake to immobilise the vehicle interrupts its
operation.
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If your vehicle has an automatic gearbox and you have to move off on a steep slope (uphill or downhill) with a loaded vehicle, press the brake pedal, select position D, release the parking brake then release the brake pedal.
Operation

Facing uphill, with the vehicle stationary, the vehicle is held for a short time when the
driver releases the brake pedal:– If first gear or neutral is engaged on a manual gearbox.– If mode D or M is selected on an automatic gearbox.– If mode D or B is selected on the drive selector.

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Facing downhill, with the vehicle stationary and reverse gear engaged, the vehicle is held for a short time when the driver releases the brake pedal.
Malfunction
If the event of a malfunction, these warning lamps light up on the instrument panel, accompanied by the display of a message.Have it checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
6-speed manual gearbox
Engaging 5th or 6th gear
► Move the gear selector fully to the right to engage 5th or 6th gear.
WARNI NG
Failure to follow this instruction could cause permanent damage to the gearbox (inadvertent engagement of 3rd or 4th gear).
Engaging reverse gear

► Raise the ring under the knob and move the gear lever to the left, then forwards.
WARNI NG
Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary with the engine at idle.
NOTIC E
As a safety precaution and to facilitate engine starting:– always select neutral,– depress the clutch pedal.
Gear efficiency indicator
(Depending on engine.)This system helps reduce fuel consumption by recommending the most appropriate gear.
Operation
Depending on the driving situation and the vehicle's equipment, the system may advise to skip one or more gears.Gear shift recommendations should not be considered compulsory. In fact, the road layout, the traffic density and safety remain the deciding factors when choosing the best gear. The driver therefore remains responsible for deciding whether or not to follow the indications issued by the system.This function cannot be deactivated.On certain Diesel versions with manual gearbox, the system may suggest changing into neutral (N is displayed in the instrument panel) so that the engine can go into standby (STOP mode with Stop & Start), in certain driving conditions.

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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, unless it is set to automatic mode (with electric parking brake).► Select position R, N or D.
WARNI NG
If you are setting off from a steep slope with a loaded vehicle, depress the brake pedal, select position D, release the parking brake, unless it is set to automatic mode (with electric parking brake), then release the brake pedal.
► Gradually release the brake pedal.Or► Accelerate gradually in order to release the electric parking brake (if it is set to automatic mode).The vehicle moves off immediately.
NOTIC E
If P is displayed on the instrument panel but the selector is in another position, place the selector in position P to allow the engine to be started.If position N is selected inadvertently while driving, allow the engine to return to idle, then select position D to accelerate.
WARNI NG
When the engine is running at idle with the brakes released, if position R, D or M is selected, the vehicle moves even without the accelerator being pressed.Never leave children inside the vehicle unsupervised.As a safety measure, never leave the vehicle
without taking your key or remote control with you, even for a short time.When carrying out maintenance with the engine running, apply the parking brake and select position P.
WARNI NG
With an automatic gearbox, never try to start the engine by pushing the vehicle.
Automatic operation
► Select position D for automatic changing of the gears.The gearbox then operates in auto-adaptive mode, without any intervention on the part of the driver. It continuously selects the most suitable gear according to the driving style, the road
profile and the load in the vehicle.For maximum acceleration without touching the selector, press the accelerator fully down (kick-down).

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The gearbox changes down automatically or holds the gear selected until the maximum engine speed is reached.When braking, the gearbox changes down automatically to provide effective engine braking.If the accelerator pedal is sharply released, the gearbox will not shift to a higher gear for safety reasons.
WARNI NG
Never select position N while the vehicle is moving.Never select positions P or R unless the vehicle is completely stationary.
Temporary manual control
of gear changes
You can temporarily assume control of gear changing using the "+" et "-” steering-mounted controls. The gear change request will be executed if the engine speed permits. This function allows you to anticipate certain situations, such as overtaking another vehicle or approaching a bend in the road. After a few seconds with no inputs via the control paddles, the gearbox reverts to automatic
operation.
Creeping (moving without
using the accelerator)
This function facilitates manoeuvring of the vehicle at low speed (when parking, in traffic jams, etc.).When the engine is at idle, with the parking brake released and gear position D, M or R selected, the vehicle begins to creep forward
as soon as you take your foot off the brake pedal (even without pressing the accelerator).
WARNI NG
As a safety precaution, never leave the vehicle with the engine running and the doors closed.
Manual operation
► With the selector in position D, press button M to enable 6- or 8-speed sequential gear changing.The indicator lamp for the button comes on.► Operate the "+" or "-" steering mounted controls. M appears and the engaged gears are shown in succession on the instrument panel.
► You can revert to automatic operation at any time by pressing button M again.The indicator lamp for the button goes off.
NOTIC E
In manual mode, there is no need to release the accelerator pedal while changing gear.
NOTIC E
It is only possible to change from one gear to another if the vehicle speed and engine speed permit.
NOTIC E
If the engine speed is too low or too high, the selected gear flashes for a few seconds, then the gear actually engaged is shown.When the vehicle is stationary or moving very slowly, the gearbox automatically selects gear M1.

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NOTIC E
To preserve the brakes while descending a steep incline, use engine braking to reduce your speed (change down or select a lower gear).Keeping the brake pedal pressed continuously for long periods can overheat the brakes, with the risk of damaging the
braking system or making it inoperative.Only use the brakes when necessary, to slow or stop the vehicle.
NOTIC E
Depending on the road configuration (e.g. mountainous road), manual operation may be preferable.Automatic operation may not always be suitable, and does not enable engine braking.
Invalid value during manual
operation
This symbol is displayed if a gear is not engaged correctly (gear selector between two positions).
► Place the selector "correctly" at a position.
Switching off the vehicle
Before switching off the engine, select position P then apply the parking brake to immobilise
the vehicle, unless this is set to automatic mode (with electric parking brake).Check that mode P has been engaged and that the electric parking brake has been applied automatically; if not, apply it manually.The corresponding indicator lamps in the selector and the electric parking brake control lever must be on, as well as those on the instrument panel.
NOTIC E
A point of resistance may be noticed when moving to position P.If the selector is not in position P, when the driver's door is opened or approximately 45 seconds after the ignition is switched off, an audible signal sounds and a message appears.► Return the drive selector to position P; the audible signal stops and the message disappears.
WARNI NG
When positioned on a steep slope with a loaded vehicle, depress the brake pedal, select position P, apply the parking brake, unless it is set to automatic mode (with electric parking brake), then release the brake pedal.
WARNI NG
In all circumstances, ensure that the selector is in position P before leaving your vehicle.
Malfunction
When the ignition is on, a message appears on the instrument panel to indicate a fault with the
gearbox.In this case, the gearbox goes into back-up mode and is locked in 3rd gear. You may feel a significant jolt (without risk to the gearbox) when changing from P to R and from N to R.Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h), local speed restrictions permitting.Have it checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
WARNI NG
There is a risk of damaging the gearbox:– If the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed simultaneously.– In the event of a battery failure, forcing the selector from position P to another position.

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Stop & Start
The Stop & Start function puts the engine temporarily into standby - STOP mode - during phases when the vehicle is stopped (red lights, queues, etc.). The engine restarts automatically - START mode - as soon as the driver wishes to move off again.Primarily designed for urban use, the function
is intended to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions as well as the noise level when stationary.The function does not affect the functionalities of the vehicle, in particular the braking.
WARNI NG
Driving on flooded roadsBefore entering into a flooded area, it is strongly recommended that you deactivate the Stop & Start system.For more information on Driving recommendations, particularly on flooded roads, refer to the corresponding section.
Deactivation/Reactivation
With audio system



► To deactivate or reactivate the system, press this button.The indicator lamp is lit when the system is deactivated.
With touch screen
The settings are changed via the vehicle configuration menu.
WARNI NG
If the system has been deactivated in STOP mode, the engine restarts immediately.
NOTIC E
The system is reactivated automatically
whenever the engine is started by the driver.
Operation
Main conditions for operation
– The driver’s door must be closed.– The sliding side door must be closed.– The driver's seat belt must be fastened.– The state of charge of the battery must be sufficient.– The temperature of the engine must be within
its nominal operating range.– The outside temperature must be between 0°C and 35°C.
Putting the engine into standby
(STOP mode)
The engine automatically enters standby mode as soon as the driver indicates their intention to stop.With a manual gearbox: at speeds below 12 mph (20 km/h) or with the vehicle stationary (depending on engine), with the gear lever in neutral and the clutch pedal released.With an automatic gearbox: with the brake pedal depressed or the gear selector in position N, with the vehicle stationary.
Time counter
A time counter adds up the time spent in standby during the journey. It is reset to zero every time the ignition is switched on.