trailer TOYOTA VERSO 2013 User Guide

298 2-5. Driving information
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Guidance
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
Checking connections between trailer and lights
Stop the vehicle and check the operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after driving for a brief period as well
as before setting off.
Practicing driving with a coupled trailer
Get the feel for turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area with no or light traffic.
When reversing with a coupled trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to turn right. Always rotate gradu-
ally to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you when
reversing to lessen the risk of accident.
Increasing vehicle-to-vehicle distance
At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the vehicle may spin out of control.
This is especially true when driving on wet or slippery road sur-
faces.
Sudden acceleration/steering input/cornering
Executing sharp turns when towing may result in the trailer collid-
ing with your vehicle. Decelerate well in advance when approach-
ing turns and take them slowly and carefully to avoid sudden
braking.

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When driving
VERSO_WE_OM64550E_EURO5Important points regarding turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would normally.
Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while brak-
ing.
Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer, and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.
Transmission information
Multidrive or automatic transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “D”. Transmission shift gear
position must be in “4” in the 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic
mode (Multidrive) (P. 206) or the “M” mode (automatic trans-
mission) (P. 212).
Manual transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “5” and “6” gear. (P. 219)
When towing a trailer, check the engine coolant temperature
warning light (Red)
Towing a loaded trailer up a long steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating.
If the engine coolant temperature warning light (Red) flashes or
comes on, turn the air conditioning off immediately and stop the
vehicle in a safe place. (P. 557)

300 2-5. Driving information
VERSO_WE_OM64550E_EURO5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. 293)
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 a trailer when the compact
spare tire is installed on your vehicle.
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit: Do not tow a trailer
when the tire installed is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair
kit.

588 6-1. Specifications
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When towing a trailer
Add 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 3 psi) to the recommended tire inflation
pressure, and drive at speeds below 100 km/h (62 mph).
When installing a compact spare tire (vehicles with compact spare tire)
Do not tow if your vehicle has a compact spare tire installed.

609 Alphabetical index
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Size ....................................... 586
Snow tires ............................. 289
Spare tire .............................. 504
Tools................................. 504, 520
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ......................... 270
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 478
Trailer towing ........................ 292
Traction control ....................... 278
Transmission shift
switches ......................... 206, 212
Trailer towing ........................... 292
TRC ........................................... 278
Trip information display .......... 237
Trip meter ................................. 227
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 459
Switch ................................... 223
Wattage................................. 589
Vanity lights
Vanity lights........................... 373
Wattage................................. 589
Vanity mirrors .......................... 373
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 568
Vehicle stability control + ....... 278
VSC+ ......................................... 278
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 488
Electric power steering
system buzzer .................... 489
Open door ............................. 495
Seat belt reminder................. 490Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 489
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................ 489
Brake assist system .............. 489
Brake system ........................ 488
Charging system ................... 488
Cruise control........................ 489
Electric power steering
system warning light ........... 489
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 488
Low fuel level ........................ 490
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 489
Master warning light.............. 490
Pretensioner ......................... 489
Seat belt reminder light ......... 490
SRS airbags.......................... 489
Warning messages
Back door.............................. 495
Clutch start system............... 493
Engine oil level...................... 495
Engine oil maintenance ........ 495
Engine oil pressure ............... 492
Fuel filter ............................... 493
Light reminder ....................... 495
Open door ............................. 495
Parking brake........................ 495
Rear passenger’s seat belt
reminder ............................. 495
Smart entry & start system ... 498
Speed limiter system ............ 493
Steering lock system............. 493
Traction control ..................... 493
Transmission fluid
temperature ........................ 495
Vehicle stability control ......... 493
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