TOYOTA VERSO 2011 Owners Manual

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Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in “N”.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal
firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duty qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with a Multidrive or an automatic transmission)
For vehicles with a Multidrive or an automatic transmission: If the
shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may
be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent acci-
dental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the
engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Press the “SHIFT LOCK” but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.

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If you lose your keys
New genuine Toyota keys can be made by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. For vehicles without smart entry & start system, bring a mas-
ter key and the key number stamped on the key number plate. For
vehicles with smart entry & start system, bring the other keys and
the key number stamped on your key number plate.

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If you cannot operate the back door opener
Remove the cover on the back
door trim.
Push the lever with the back
door motor, and open the back
door.
If the back door opener does not operate, there may be a problem
with the back door opener system. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the back door can be opened from the inside.

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If the electronic key does not operate properly (vehicles with smart entr y & start system)
Locking and unlocking the doors and key linked functions
Using the mechanical key
(P. 38) in order to perform the
following operations:
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
An alarm will sound if the alarm is
set. (P. 122)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (P. 57) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart entry & start system and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be
opened or the engine can be started by following the procedure
below.

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Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes and starting the
engine
Vehicles with a Multidrive or an automatic transmission: Shift
the shift lever to “P” and apply the brakes.
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to
“N” and depress the clutch pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate
that the start function cannot
detect the electronic key that is
touched to the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch if any of the doors
is opened and closed while the
key is touched to the switch.
To change “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes: Within 10
seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal
(Multidrive or automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual
transmission) and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
Modes can be changed each time the switch is pressed.
(P. 192)
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake
pedal (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission) depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be
operated, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.

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Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or “N” (man-
ual transmission) and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is the temporary measure, it is recommended that
the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery
depletes. (P. 432)
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. (P. 122)

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If the vehicle batter y is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged.
You can call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota following
the steps below.
Connecting the jumper cables.
Remove the battery cover.
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Open and close
any of the doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
OFF.

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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with a
Multidrive or an automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
Avoiding a discharged battery
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Maintain the
engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the engine
switch to the “ON” position, then start the vehicle’s engine.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Maintain the
engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the
vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, as soon as possible.

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CAUTION
Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
Do not allow open flame or use matches, cigarette lighters or smoke near
the battery.
Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
Do not lean over the battery.
In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
Do not allow children near the battery.