cruise control TOYOTA VERSO 2011 User Guide

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When driving
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CAUTION
To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
In heavy traffic
On roads with sharp bends
On winding roads
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
When your vehicle is towing a trailer

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Speed limiter
: If equipped
A desired maximum speed can be set using the cruise control
switch.
The speed limiter prevents vehicle speed from exceeding the set
speed.
Setting the vehicle speed
Press the switch to activate
the speed limiter.
Press the switch once more to
deactivate the speed limiter.
Accelerate or decelerate to
the desired speed and push
the lever down to set the
desired maximum speed.

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Exceeding the set speed
In the following situations, the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed:
Automatic speed limiter cancellation
The set speed is automatically canceled when the cruise control is activated.
CAUTION
To avoid operating the speed limiter by mistake
Keep the speed limiter switch off when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for speed limiter
Do not use the speed limiter in either of the following situations.
Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause a
serious or fatal accident.
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
On steep hills
When towing a trailer
When fully depressing the accelerator
pedal
When driving down a hill

290 2-5. Driving information
VERSO_WE_OM64524EWhen parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under the wheels of both the vehicle
and trailer. Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to
“P” for Multidrive or automatic transmission, and “1” or “R” for man-
ual transmission.
CAUTION
Follow all the instructions described in this section.
Failure to do so could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Trailer towing precautions
When towing, make sure that none of the weight limits are exceeded.
(P. 283)
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long downhill grades.
Operation of the brake
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
To avoid accident or injury
Do not exceed 100 km/h (62 mph) or the posted towing speed limit, which-
ever is lower.
Do not use cruise control when you are towing.
Vehicles with a compact spare tire: Do not tow if your vehicle has a com-
pact spare tire installed.

476 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, immedi-
ately.
*: Except South Africa, Morocco
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system
*;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic Multidrive or automatic transmission control
system. (if equipped)
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system (vehicles with VSC+)
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.
(Flashing)Cruise control warning light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light
(if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system.

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505 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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CAUTION
When the spare tire is installed
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems
may not operate correctly:
ABS & brake assist
VSC+ (if equipped)
TRC (if equipped)
Cruise control (if equipped)
Navigation system (if equipped)
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire com-
pared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over
uneven road surfaces.
Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving per-
formance.

577 Alphabetical index
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Clock ................................. 217, 233
Condenser ................................ 415
Console box ............................. 354
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 532
Cruise control .......................... 252
Cup holder ................................ 356
Curtain shield airbags ............. 133
Customizable features ............ 569
Daytime running light
system .................................... 242
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 306
Side mirrors........................... 306
Dimension ................................ 542
Display
Multi-information display ....... 226
Trip information ..................... 227
Warning message ................. 479
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 398
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 349
Wattage................................. 563
Doors
Back door ................................ 73
Door glasses ......................... 102
Door lock ..................... 41, 58, 67
Double locking system .......... 120
Rear door child protector ........ 69
Side doors ............................... 67
Side mirrors........................... 100
Double locking system............ 120
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 477
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 175
Correct posture ..................... 131
Procedures............................ 172
Winter driving tips ................. 278Electronic power steering....... 267
Electronic key
If your electronic does not
operate properly ................. 525
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 464
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 506
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 525
If the engine will not start ...... 519
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 522
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 528
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 475
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 475
If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 479
If you cannot operate back
door opener ........................ 524
If you have a flat
tire ............................. 490, 506
If you lose your keys ............. 523
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 473
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 535
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 536
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 538
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 465
If your vehicle overheats ....... 532
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587 What to do if...
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Warning lights
P. 4 7 5P. 476
(Flashing)
P. 4 7 5P. 476
P. 4 7 5P. 477
(Red)
P. 4 7 6P. 478
P. 4 7 6
P. 478
P. 4 7 6
P. 4 7 6P. 478
Brake system warning
lightCruise control warning
light
Automatic headlight
leveling system warning
lightCharging system warn-
ing light
High engine coolant
temperature warning
lightLow fuel level warning
light
Malfunction indicator
lampDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
(On the
instrument
cluster)
SRS warning light
Front passenger’s
seat belt reminder
light
ABS warning light
(On the
center
panel)
Electric power steering
warning lightMaster warning light
The warning message is
displayedP. 479If a warning message is displayed