2012 TOYOTA AURIS HYBRID parking brake

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system ....................... 30
1-2. Key information
Keys ...................................... 42
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart entry & start system ... 44
Push button start................... 59
Wireless remote control ........ 70
Side doors............................. 72
Back door.............................. 75
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ............................ 80
Rear seats ............................ 81
Head restraints ..................... 84
Seat belts .............................. 86
Steering wheel ...................... 91
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror .................................. 92
Outside rear view mirrors...... 94
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows ..................... 97
Moon roof............................ 1001-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 104
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ............ 107
Double locking system ....... 113
Alarm .................................. 115
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 127
SRS airbags ....................... 129
Child restraint systems ....... 140
Installing child restraints ..... 149
Airbag manual on-off
system.............................. 160
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 164
Power (ignition) switch ....... 175
EV-Drive Mode ................... 180
Transmission ...................... 183
Turn signal lever................. 190
Parking brake ..................... 191
Horn ................................... 192
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters............ 193
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 197
Multi-information display .... 200
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Power window
switches
P. 97
Pictorial indexInterior
(Left-hand drive vehicles)
Seat belts P. 86
SRS front
passenger airbag
P. 129
SRS driver airbag
Horn P. 129
P. 192Head restraints P. 84
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Floor mat P. 352
Front seats P. 80
SRS side airbags P. 129
Glove box P. 340
Auxiliary box P. 342
Parking brake lever P. 191AUX port/USB port ,*
P. 273, 280, 291

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Power window
switches
P. 97
Seat belts P. 86
SRS front
passenger airbag
P. 129
SRS driver airbag
Horn P. 129
P. 192Head restraints P. 84
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Floor mat P. 352
Front seats P. 80
SRS side airbagsP. 129
Glove box P. 340
Pictorial indexInterior
(Right-hand drive vehicles)
Parking brake lever P. 191AUX port/USB port ,*
P. 273, 280, 291
Auxiliary box P. 342

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Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able
to move. Always push the P position switch and set the parking brake when
parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is
operating, and are not a malfunction.
Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind
the rear seat when the hybrid system starts or stops.
Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the back door is
open.
Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
Sounds may be heard due to regenerative brake when you press the
brake pedal or release the accelerator pedal.
Other sounds, such as motors and mechanical noises, may be heard
from the brake system when the brake pedal is depressed.
Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
You may hear cooling fan sounds coming from the air intake vents behind
the rear seat.
Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis-
posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

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CAUTION
Emergency shut off system
Carefully check to see if there are exposed high voltage parts or cables.
Never touch the parts or cables. (P. 34)
Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible.
Road accident cautions
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of injury.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents. While
depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking brake and push the P posi-
tion switch to stop the hybrid system. Then, slowly release the brake
pedal.
Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.
If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch it as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte
from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your
skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or if pos-
sible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even
a small amount of water may be dangerous.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with the front wheels raised. If the
wheels with the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when
towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause an
electricity leakage leading to a fire. (P. 423)
Nickel-metal hydride battery
Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of
improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe
burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 164
Power (ignition) switch...... 175
EV-Drive Mode ................. 180
Transmission .................... 183
Turn signal lever ............... 190
Parking brake ................... 191
Horn .................................. 192
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 193
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 197
Multi-information
display ............................ 200
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 206
Fog light switch ................. 211
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 212
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 217
Headlight cleaner
switch ............................. 2182-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control.................... 219
Toyota parking
assist-sensor .................. 223
Driving assist systems ...... 228
Hill-start assist control....... 232
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 234
Winter driving tips ............. 236
Trailer towing .................... 240

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
Starting the hybrid system
P. 175
Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, select the D position.
(P. 183)
Release the parking brake. (P. 191)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Stopping
With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, push
the P position switch. (P. 185)
Parking the vehicle
With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 191)
Push the P position switch. (P. 185)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P.
Turn the “POWER” switch off to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release the brake pedal and check that the indicator
on the “POWER” switch is off.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.
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Starting on a steep uphill
Firmly set the parking brake and then select the D position.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Driving in the rain
Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road
surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended
to observe:
For the first 300 km (200 miles):
Avoid sudden stops.
For the first 2000 km (1200 miles):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
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