tow TOYOTA VERSO S 2013 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance and
careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle specifi-
cationsDetailed vehicle information.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this man-
ual.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 148
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with a smart
entry & start system)......... 164
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without a smart
entry & start system)......... 174
Multidrive ............................ 178
Multi-mode Manual
Transmission .................... 184
Manual Transmission.......... 189
Turn signal lever ................. 192
Parking brake...................... 193
Horn .................................... 194
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 195
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 201
Multi-information display ..... 2072-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ................. 210
Fog light switch .................. 216
Windshield wiper and
washer ............................. 218
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................. 224
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Stop & Start system ........... 226
Cruise control ..................... 233
Driving assist systems........ 237
Diesel particulate filter
system.............................. 243
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 245
Winter driving tips............... 247
Trailer towing...................... 251
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 352
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 356
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 359
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 362
Hood ................................... 365
Positioning a floor jack ........ 366
Engine compartment........... 368
Tires .................................... 383
Tire inflation pressure ......... 386
Wheels ................................ 388
Air conditioning filter ........... 390
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery........ 393
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 397
Light bulbs .......................... 4135-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 424
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 425
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 433
Fuel pump shut off
system.............................. 434
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 435
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a
spare tire) ......................... 448
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ........... 461
If the engine will not start ... 478
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 481
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

41 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situ-
ations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may
be affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote con-
trol and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Way of coping P. 484)
When the electronic key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby
When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• A portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless com-
munication device
• Another vehicle's electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio
waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
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Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Alarm (vehicles with an alarm)
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
(P. 107)
Conditions affecting operation
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
When the wireless key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
P. 4 1
If the wireless remote control does not operate properly (vehicles with
a smart entry & start system)
Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (P. 484)
Key battery depletion
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 393)
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
P. 4 4

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Folding down the rear seatbacks
Before folding down the rear seatbacks
Stow the seat belts.
Center
P. 7 8
Outside
Use the seat belt hangers to pre-
vent the belts from being tan-
gled.
Adjust the head restraints to the
downmost position.
Vehicles with a rear armrest:
Raise the armrest.
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CAUTION
After returning the rear seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing it forward and rear-
ward on the top.
Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
NOTICE
Stowing the seat belts
The seat belts must be stowed before you fold down the rear seatbacks.

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Head restraints
Removing the head restraints
Adjusting the height of the head restraints
Adjusting the rear seat head restraints
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using.
Up
Pull the head restraints up.
Down
Push the head restraint down
while pushing the lock release
button.
Lock release button
Pull the head restraint up while pressing
the lock release button.Lock release
button
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

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Rear center seat belt
The rear center seat belt is a 3-point type restraint with 2 buckles.
Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched
for proper operation.
Push the tab into the buckle.
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ab “A”
Ta b “ B ”
Push the tab into the buckle until
a clicking sound is heard.
Release method
The rear center seat belt can be completely released only when nec-
essary such as when folding down the rear seat.
To release the hooked tab “B”,
push the buckle release but-
ton.
To release the hooked tab “A”,
insert the key (vehicles with-
out a smart entry & start sys-
tem) or mechanical key
(vehicles with a smart entry &
start system) (P. 3 0 ) o r t a b
“B” into the hole on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.
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Before driving
VERSO-S_EEStow the seat belt tabs using the
clip located on the roof as
shown.
Seat belt pretensioners (front seats)
The pretensioner helps the seat
belt to quickly restrain the occu-
pant by retracting the seat belt
when the vehicle is subjected to
certain types of severe frontal or
side collision.
The pretensioner does not acti-
vate in the event of a minor frontal
impact, a minor side impact, a
rear impact or a vehicle rollover.
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