warning TOYOTA VERSO 2017 Workshop Manual

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■ Auto power off function
Vehicles with a Multidrive
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes with
the shift lever in “P”, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically
turn off.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes, the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically turn off.
■ “ENGINE START STOP” switch operation
When operating the “ENGINE START STOP” switch, push it quickly and
firmly. If the switch is not pushed firmly, the mode may not change or the
engine may not start. Furthermore, if the switch is pushed quickly and firmly,
there is no need to hold it down.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 4 7
■ When the electronic key battery is discharged
 P. 606
■ Conditions affecting operation
 P. 6 3
■ Note for the smart entry & start system
 P. 4 7
WARNING
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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WARNING
■ Caution while driving
If the vehicle is coasting without engine power, for example if the engine
stalls, do not open a door or operate the locks until the vehicle is completely
stopped in a safe condition. Driving with the steering locked may cause an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Stopping the engine in an emergency
If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle,
press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for more than 2 seconds,
or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. ( P. 619)
However, do not touch the “ENGINE START STOP” switch while driving
except in an emergency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause
loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will
be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull
over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode for long periods without the engine running.
■ When starting the engine
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately.
■ “ENGINE START STOP” switch operation
If you feel something catching or sense irregular resistance when operating
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch, then there may be a malfunction. Imme-
diately contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.

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■ Paddle shift switch
● When the paddle shift switch is operated in the “D” position, a gear step
will be automatically selected according to the vehicle speed and driving
conditions.
● Automatic deactivation of gear step selection in the “D” position.
Gear step selection in the “D” position will be deactivated in the following
situations:
• The “+” paddle shift switch is held down for a period of time
• When the vehicle comes to a stop
• If the accelerator pedal is depressed for longer than a certain period of
time in one gear step
■ Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving per formance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated.
(The warning buzzer will sound twice.)
■ When driving with cruise control activated (if equipped)
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling
engine braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control will
not be canceled.
• While driving in “D” or 7-speed s port sequential shiftmatic mode, down-
shifting to “6”, “5” or “4”. ( P. 210, 211)
• When switching the driving mode to “SPORT” mode while driving in “D”
position. ( P. 209)

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■ Maximum allowable speeds
Observe the following maximum allowable speeds in each gear when maxi-
mum acceleration is necessary.
Gasoline engine
km/h (mph)
Diesel engine
km/h (mph)
WARNING
■ Gear Shift Indicator display
For safety, the driver should not look only at the display. Refer to the display
when it is safe to do so while considering actual traffic and road conditions.
Failure to do so may lead to an accident.
Shift positionMaximum speed
148 (30)
289 (55)
3122 (76)
4165 (103)
Shift positionMaximum speed
140 (25)
281 (50)
3127 (79)
4180 (112)

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Instrument cluster light control
The brightness of the instrument cluster lights, for when the head-
light switch is on, can be adjusted 5 brightness levels.
Press the display change button.
The button is pressed several times and the brightness control
screen appears.
When the button is pushed for more than 1 second, each second
the screen brightness changes. When the button is released, the
suitable brightness is selected.
The illumination level will be set automatically 10 seconds after the
switch was last pressed.
Pressing the display change button before the 10 seconds have
passed will also set the illumination level.
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components
● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the high engine coolant temperature
warning light (Red) flashes or comes on. In this case, immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled com-
pletely. ( P. 613)

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Indicators and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen-
ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all
indicators and warning lights illuminated.
Instrument cluster (left-hand drive vehicles)*
Instrument cluster (right-hand drive vehicles)*
*: The units used on the speedometer, tachometer and some indicators
may differ depending on the engine, transmission, etc.

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■ Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
( P. 2 1 8 )(diesel engine)
Engine preheating
indicator ( P. 198, 202)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 249)(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
( P. 294)
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( P. 288)(if equipped)
“SET” indicator
( P. 294)
Tail light indicator
( P. 2 4 8 ) (if equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator
( P. 283)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 2 5 4 )(if equipped)
Speed limiter indicator
( P. 298)
Rear fog light indicator
( P. 2 5 4 )
(if equipped)
Eco Driving Indicator
Light ( P. 188, 242)
Slip indicator (P. 317)
(if equipped)
Stop & Start indicator
( P. 309)
VSC off indicator
( P. 3 1 7 )
(if equipped)
Stop & Start cancel indi-
cator ( P. 310)
(if equipped)
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) warning light
( P. 2 7 2 )(Blue)
Engine coolant tem-
perature indicator
*1, 3
*1, 2*1
*1*1
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WARNING
■ If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as ABS and the SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems
are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in
death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional imme-
diately if this occurs.
■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 542)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with
smart entry & start system) to indicate that a system check is being
performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few
seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not
come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota dealer or r epairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for details.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*3: The light comes on to indicate a malfunction.
(Red)(if equipped)
(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)
(5-passenger models)(7-passenger models)
*1*1*1*1*1*1*1*1, 2
*2*1, 2*1, 3*1*1*1

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Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of
driving-related data.
● Trip information (P. 233)
Displays driving range, fuel
consumption and other cruis-
ing-related information.
● Date (P. 233)
Indicates the date and sets it.
●Outside temperature display
( P. 233)
Indicates the outside tempera-
ture.
● Warning messages
( P. 551)
Automatically displayed when
a malfunction occurs in one of
the vehicle’s systems.

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● Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
If the wiper switch is turned to the position while the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wiper will operate
once to show that AUTO mode is activated.
If the wiper sensitivity is adjusted to higher, the wiper may operate once to
indicate the change of sensitivity.
● If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 85°C (185°F) or higher, or
-40°C (-40°F) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case,
operate the wipers in any mode other than AUTO.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fin-
gers or anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not use the washer when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause
the washer fluid pump to overheat.
■ When there is no windshield washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.