2012 TOYOTA AYGO clutch

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 251
Hood ................................... 254
Positioning a floor jack ........ 257
Engine compartment........... 260
Clutch pedal (vehicles with
a manual transmission) .... 271
Tires .................................... 272
Tire inflation pressure ......... 275
Wheels ................................ 277
Air conditioning filter ........... 279
Wireless remote control
battery............................... 280
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 282
Light bulbs .......................... 292
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 304
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 305
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 310
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 3115-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or
a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 312
If you have a flat tire ........... 318
If the engine will not start ... 329
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted (vehicles with
a multi-mode manual
transmission).................... 330
If you lose your keys .......... 331
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ....................... 332
If your vehicle overheats .... 336
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 339
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in
an emergency .................. 341
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 344
Fuel information ................. 355
Abbreviation list........................ 358
Alphabetical index .................... 359
What to do if... ........................... 366
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing:
Starting the engine
P. 130
Driving
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to E or
M. (P. 133)
When shifting the shift lever to E: Make sure that the display of the
gear position indicator shows E.
When shifting the shift lever to M: Make sure that the display of
the gear position indicator shows 1.
Release the parking brake. (P. 141)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, shift the shift lever to 1.
(P. 138)
Release the parking brake. (P. 141)
Gradually release the clutch pedal. At the same time, gently
depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

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Stopping
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission
With the shift lever in E or M, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to N. (
P. 133)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake
pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to N. (
P. 138)
Parking the vehicle
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission
With the shift lever in E or M, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 141)
Shift the shift lever to E, M or R. (P. 133)
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the
engine.
Make sure that the display of the gear position indicator shows 1
or R.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.

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Starting off on a steep uphill
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission
With the brake pedal depressed, firmly set the parking brake
and shift the shift lever to E or M.
When shifting the shift lever to E: Make sure that the display of the
gear position indicator shows E.
When shifting the shift lever to M: Make sure that the display of the
gear position indicator shows 1.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
With the parking brake firmly set and the clutch pedal fully
depressed, shift the shift lever to 1.
Lightly depress the accelerator pedal at the same time as
gradually releasing the clutch pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake
pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 141)
Shift the shift lever to N. (P. 138)
If parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R and block the
wheels as needed.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.

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NOTICE
When driving the vehicle
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission
Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving. If the brake pedal is depressed while driving with the accelerator
pedal depressed, driving torque may be restrained.
Do not use the accelerator pedal or starting assist system to hold the vehi-
cle on a hill.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving. If the brake pedal is depressed while driving with the accelerator
pedal depressed, driving torque may be restrained.
Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting,
do not release the clutch pedal abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch,
transmission and gears.
Observe the following to prevent the clutch from being damaged.
• Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
• Do not use any gears other than the 1st gear when starting off and
moving forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
• Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill
grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
Do not shift the shift lever to R when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so
may damage the clutch, transmission and gears.
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

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Engine (ignition) switch
Starting the engine
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Firmly depress the brake pedal, turn the engine switch to
the “ON” position and shift the shift lever to N. (P. 133)
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the
engine.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the
engine.
Changing the engine switch positions
“LOCK” position
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
“ACC” position
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
“ON” position
All electrical components can
be used.
“START” position
For starting the engine.

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Manual transmission
: If equipped
Shifting the shift lever
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and
then release it slowly.
If it is difficult to shift in reverse, shift the shift lever to N, release the clutch
pedal momentarily, and then try again.

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2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage
CAUTION
Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:
Receptacles containing gasoline
Aerosol cans
Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.
Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than
the seatbacks.
Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle
in the event of sudden braking or in an accident.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item
may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the ped-
als from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the
driver or passengers, causing an accident:
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions,
cargo capacity and load:
Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever
possible.
Be sure all items are secured in place.
To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage
evenly within the luggage compartment.
For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.