2011 TOYOTA VERSO light switch

169 1-7. Safety information
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Deactivating the front passenger airbag
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: Insert the key into
the cylinder and turn to the
“OFF” position.
The “OFF” indicator light turns on
(Only when the engine switch is
in the “ON” position.)
Vehicles with smart entry & start
system: Insert the mechanical
key into the cylinder and rotate to
the “OFF” position.
The “OFF” indicator light turns on
(Only when the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.)
“PASSENGER AIRBAG” indicator information
If any of the following problems occurs, it is possible that there is a malfunc-
tion in the system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Neither “ON” nor “OFF” comes on.
The indicator does not change when the airbag manual on-off switch is
switched to the “ON” or “OFF” position.

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Driving the vehicle ............ 172
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
entry & start system)....... 186
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)....... 190
Multidrive .......................... 196
Automatic transmission .... 202
Manual transmission......... 209
Turn signal lever ............... 213
Parking brake ................... 214
Horn .................................. 216
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 217
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 222
Multi-information display ... 226
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 239
Fog light switch ................. 244
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 246
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 2512-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.................... 252
Speed limiter ..................... 256
Toyota parking
assist-sensor .................. 259
Driving assist systems ...... 267
Hill-start assist control....... 273
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 275
Winter driving tips ............. 278
Trailer towing .................... 282

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Eco-friendly driving (vehicles with Eco Driving Indicator Light)
Idling time before engine stop (diesel engine)
To prevent damage to the turbocharger, allow the engine to idle immediately
after high-speed driving or hill climbing.
Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (P. 547)
During Eco-friendly acceleration (Eco
driving), Eco Driving Indicator Light will
turn on. When the acceleration exceeds
Zone of Eco driving, and when the vehicle
is stopped, the light turns off.
Eco Driving Indicator Light will not oper-
ate in any of the following conditions:
The shift position is anything other than
“D”.
The driving mode is set to “SPORT”
mode. (P. 197, 203)
The paddle shift switch is operated
while the shift position is “D”.
The vehicle speed is approximately 130
km/h (80 mph) or higher.
Eco Driving Indicator Light can be acti-
vated or deactivated. (P. 235)
Driving conditionIdling time
Normal city driving Not necessary
High-speed driv-
ingConstant speed of approx.
80 km/h (50 mph)Approximately 20
seconds
Constant speed of approx.
100 km/h (62 mph)Approximately 1 minute
Steep hill driving or continuous driving at 100
km/h (62 mph) or more (race track driving etc.)Approximately 2
minutes

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart entr y & start system)
Starting the engine
Multidrive (gasoline engine)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start
the engine.
Automatic transmission (diesel engine)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
indicator light turns on.
After indicator light goes out, turn the engine switch
to the “START” position and start the engine.
Manual transmission (gasoline engine)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “N”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start
the engine.

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Manual transmission (diesel engine)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “N”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
indicator light turns on.
After indicator light goes out, turn the engine switch
to the “START” position and start the engine.
Engine (ignition) switch
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with a Multidrive or
an automatic transmission:
The key can be removed only
when the shift lever is in “P”.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can
be used.
“START”
For starting the engine.

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When the steering lock cannot be released
If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 112)
Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the key is in the “LOCK”
or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not press the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Caution while driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the “ACC” position.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly in either
direction.

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smar t entr y & star t system)
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the engine or changes “ENGINE START
STOP” modes.
Starting the engine
Multidrive or automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “P”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
The engine can be started
from any “ENGINE START
STOP” switch mode.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started. The engine will
crank until it starts or for up to
30 seconds, whichever is less.
Diesel engine only: indi-
cator turns on. The engine
begins starting after the indica-
tor light goes out.

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Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in “N”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the clutch pedal.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
The engine can be started
from any “ENGINE START
STOP” switch mode.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started. The engine will
crank until it starts or for up to
30 seconds, whichever is less.
Diesel engine only: indi-
cator turns on. The engine
begins starting after the indica-
tor light goes out.