TOYOTA VERSO S 2012 Owners Manual

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Installation positions for the towing hitch/bracket and hitch ball
434 mm (17.1 in.)
434 mm (17.1 in.)
768 mm (30.2 in.)
715 mm (28.1 in.)
581 mm (22.9 in.)
426 mm (16.8 in.)
377 mm (14.8 in.)
4 mm (0.2 in.)

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Tire information
Ensure that your vehicle's tires are properly inflated. Adjust the tire pres-
sure to the recommended pressure. (P. 513)
Increase the air pressure of the trailer tires in accordance with the total
trailer weight and according to the values recommended by the manufac-
turer of your trailer.
Trailer lights
Check that the turn signal lights and stoplights are operating correctly every
time you hitch up the trailer. Directly wiring up to your vehicle may damage
the electrical system and stop the lights from functioning correctly.
Break-in schedule
Toyota recommends that vehicles fitted with new power train components
should not be used for towing trailers for the first 800 km (500 miles).
Safety checks before towing
Check that the maximum load limit for the towing hitch/bracket and hitch
ball is not exceeded. Bear in mind that the coupling weight of the trailer
will add to the load exerted on the vehicle. Also make sure that the total
load exerted on the vehicle is within the range of the weight limits.
(P. 248)
Ensure that the trailer load is secure.
Supplementary outside rear view mirrors should be added to the vehicle
if the traffic behind cannot be clearly seen with standard mirrors. Adjust
the extending arms of these mirrors on both sides of the vehicle so that
they always provide maximum visibility of the road behind.
Maintenance
Maintenance must be performed more frequently when using the vehicle
for towing due to the greater weight burden placed on the vehicle com-
pared to normal driving.
Retighten all bolts securing the hitching ball and bracket after towing for
approximately 1000 km (600 miles).

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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 starting 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 it right. Always rotate a lit-
tle at a time to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you
when reversing to lessen the risk of an accident.
NOTICE
When the rear bumper strengthening material is aluminum
Ensure the steel bracket part does not come directly in contact with that
area.
When steel and aluminum come into contact, there is a reaction similar to
corrosion, which will weaken the section concerned and may result in dam-
age. Apply a rust inhibitor to parts that will come in contact when attaching a
steel bracket.

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VERSO-S_EE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.
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 do.
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.

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VERSO-S_EETransmission information
Vehicles with a Multidrive and multi-mode manual transmis-
sion
Select an appropriate gear in M mode to maintain the effectiveness
of engine braking and to maintain charging system performance.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Refrain from driving in 6th gear to maintain the effectiveness of
engine braking and to maintain charging system performance.
If the engine overheats
Towing a loaded trailer up a long, steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating. If the
high engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes
on, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the road and
stop the vehicle in a safe place. (P. 489)
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 Multidrives, E, M or R for multi-mode manual transmissions,
and 1 or R for manual transmissions.

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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. 248)
Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. Never downshift abruptly while descending
steep or long downhill grades.
Operation of the brake pedal
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods of time.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
To avoid accident or injury (vehicles with the compact spare tire)
Do not tow the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed.

3Interior features
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system ............................ 258
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................ 264
Power heater .................... 270
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............. 272
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types .......... 274
Using the radio ................. 278
Using the CD player ......... 282
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs...................... 287
Operating an iPod............. 294
Operating a USB
memory........................... 302
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................ 310
Using the AUX port ........... 312
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................ 3133-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................ 316
• Personal lights ................ 317
• Personal/interior lights .... 317
• Interior light ..................... 318
3-4. Using the storage
features
List of storage features ..... 319
• Auxiliary box ................... 320
• Glove box ....................... 320
• Bottle holders.................. 322
• Tray ................................ 323
• Cup holders .................... 324
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors ......................... 325
Vanity mirrors.................... 326
Clock ................................. 327
Outside temperature
display ............................ 328
Power outlets .................... 329
Seat heaters ..................... 331
Armrests ........................... 333
Panoramic roof shade....... 334
Floor mat........................... 337
Luggage compartment
features........................... 339

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings
Adjusting the temperature setting (vehicles without the
button)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the tem-
perature.
Adjusting the temperature setting (vehicles with the
button)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
: If equipped
Fan speed control dial Air outlet selection dial
Air conditioning ON/OFF button
(if equipped)Temperature control dial
Outside air or recirculated air mode dial

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Interior features
VERSO-S_EEAdjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to “0” to turn the fan off.
Selecting the air outlets
Set the air outlet selection dial to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be
selected for more detailed adjustment.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
: Some models

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VERSO-S_EEMainly air flows to the feet.
: Some models
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
Use the air mode dial at
(outside air mode) (P. 262)
: Some models
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
Use the air mode dial at
(outside air mode) (P. 262)
Vehicles with the button:
Pressing
to turn the air
conditioning on clears the wind-
shield and side windows faster.