2009 TOYOTA COROLLA cruise control

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers .............................. 150
Headlight switch .................. 150
Fog light switch ................... 152
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 153
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................... 155
Cruise control ...................... 155
Driving assist systems ........ 158
2-5. Driving information ........... 162 Cargo and luggage ............. 162
Vehicle load limits ............... 165
Winter driving tips ............... 166
Trailer towing ...................... 170
Dinghy towing (automatic
transmission) .................... 178
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) ...... 179
3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger ................... 184
Automatic air conditioning system .......... 184
Manual air conditioning system .......... 190
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 197 3-2. Using the audio system ... 198
Audio system types ............ 198
Using the radio ................... 201
Using the CD player ........... 207
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 214
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 222
Using the AUX adapter....... 224
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 225
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)......... 228
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features ............................ 228
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 231
Making a phone call ........... 240
Setting a cellular phone ...... 244
Security and system setup ................................ 249
Using the phone book ........ 253
3-4. Using the interior lights ... 260 Interior lights list ................. 260
• Interior light ...................... 262
• Personal lights.................. 262
• Personal/interior lights...... 263
3Interior features

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Cruise control switch  P. 155
Talk switch  P. 232
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system)
 P. 126
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
key system)
 P. 122
Audio remote control
switches*2  P. 225
Telephone switches 
P. 232
: If equipped
*2: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may
affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake
system, SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-
tions regarding installation.

When driving2
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2-1. Driving procedures ........ 112Driving the vehicle............ 112
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart
key system).................... 122
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart
key system).................... 126
Automatic transmission .... 130
Manual transmission ........ 135
Turn signal lever .............. 136
Parking brake ................... 137
2-2. Instrument cluster.......... 138 Gauges and meters ......... 138
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 142
Multi-information display............................ 146 2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers ........................... 150
Headlight switch ............... 150
Fog light switch ................ 152
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 153
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................ 155
Cruise control ................... 155
Driving assist systems ..... 158
2-5. Driving information ........ 162 Cargo and luggage .......... 162
Vehicle load limits ............ 165
Winter driving tips ............ 166
Trailer towing ................... 170
Dinghy towing (automatic
transmission) ................. 178
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) ... 179

134 2-1. Driving procedures
■Downshifting restrictions
Standard type
The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded.
mph (km/h)
Multi-mode type
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)
■ When driving with the cruise control system
Standard type
Engine braking will not occur when downshifting from D to 3. (P. 155)
Multi-mode type
Engine braking will not occur when downshifting from D to 4 range of S, or
from 5 to 4 range of S. ( P. 155)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 401
■ If the “S” indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever
to S (multi-mode type)
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)
DownshiftingMaximum speed
3  2 59 (95)
2  L 28 (46)

144 2-2. Instrument cluster
■Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 136)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 150)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 150)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 150)
(if equipped)
Slip indicator
(P. 158)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 152)
Engine immobilizer sys-
tem indicator ( P. 75)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 155)
(if equipped)
“VSC OFF” indicator
(P. 158)
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
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*1“AIR BAG ON”
and “AIR BAG
OFF” indica-
tor ( P. 9 2 )*1
Shift position
indicators
(P. 130)

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When driving
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control (if equipped)
Use cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the acceler-
ator.
■ Setting the vehicle speed
Press the “ON-OFF” button to
activate the cruise control.
Press the button once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to
the desired speed and push
the lever down to set the
cruise control speed.
■ Adjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set
speed (approximately 1.0 mph
[1.6 km/h]) can be made by
lightly pushing the lever up or
down and releasing it.
STEP1
STEP2

156 2-4. Using other driving systems
■Cruise control can be set when
●Automatic transmission:
The shift lever is in D or 3 (standard type), or in D, 4 or 5 range of S
(multi-mode type).
● Vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).
■ Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally.
■ Canceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Pull the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The speed setting is also can-
celed when the brakes are
applied or the clutch pedal
(manual transmission) is
depressed.
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push
the lever up.