2013 TOYOTA AURIS HYBRID sport mode

2884-2. Driving procedures
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12F76E)Automatic deactivation of gear step selection in the D position (vehicles
with a paddle shift switch)
Temporary gear steps selection mode in the D position will be deactivated in
the following situations:
When the vehicle comes to a stop
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time in
one gear step
When the shift lever is shifted to other than D
When the “+” paddle shift switch is held down for a period of time
When driving with cruise control activated (if equipped)
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control will not be
canceled.
While driving in D or 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode, downshifting
to 6, 5 or 4. (P. 286, 287)
When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
(P. 285)
Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
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 or paddle shift switch (if equipped) is oper-
ated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after
driving in sport mode.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 682
CAUTION
When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in
the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.

2904-2. Driving procedures
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12F76E)
Selecting the Easy sports (Es) mode (when the shift lever in E
only)
The Es mode can be selected for superior driving performance and
to achieve a feeling of faster acceleration than in E mode.
Press the “Es” switch.
Press the switch once more to
cancel the Es mode.
To improve fuel economy, can-
cel the Es mode for ordinary
driving.
Shift the shift lever to M and operate the shift lever or paddle shift
switch.
Upshifting
Downshifting
Shifting operation may be
restricted depending on the vehicle
speed.
*1: Vehicles without a multi-informa-
tion display
*2: Vehicles with a multi-information
display
Changing gear positions in M mode
*1*2
1
2

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When trouble arises
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional before towing.
Except hybrid model
The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Hybrid model
The hybrid system is operating, but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Hybrid model: If there is a malfunction in the P position control sys-
tem, the smart entry & start system or the immobilizer system, or if the
12-volt battery is discharged, the vehicle cannot be towed with the
front wheels on the ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this
case, transport the vehicle with both front wheels or all four wheels
lifted.
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional or a commercial tow-
ing service, using a lift-type truck or flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Before towing

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Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 496
Maintenance data ................. 712
Maintenance requirements ... 493
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 600
Manual headlight leveling
dial .......................................... 311
Manual transmission
Gear Shift Indicator ............... 295
Manual transmission ............. 294
Master warning light ................ 606
Meter ................................. 121, 125
Indicators .............................. 118
Meter light control ......... 124, 130
Meters ........................... 121, 125
Multi-information display ....... 125
Warning lights ....................... 116
Meter light control ........... 124, 130
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .......... 214
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers............................ 410
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 216
Vanity mirrors ........................ 470MP3 disc ................................... 425
Multidrive.................................. 284
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 682
M mode ................................. 287
Paddle shift switches ............ 286
Multi-information display ........ 125
Driving monitor...................... 130
Language .............................. 133
Switching the display ............ 125
Trip information ..................... 129
Warning message ................. 612
Multi-mode manual
transmission
Easy (E) mode ...................... 291
Easy sports (Es) mode ......... 290
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted ................................. 683
Manual (M) mode.................. 290
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 289
M

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Sensor
Automatic headlight
system ................................ 313
Automatic High Beam
system ................................ 319
Inside rear view mirror .......... 215
Intrusion sensor .................... 107
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 323
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 340
Service plug ............................... 84
Shift lever ......... 284, 289, 294, 297
Hybrid transmission .............. 297
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted ............................ 683
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 682
Manual transmission ............. 294
Multidrive............................... 284
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 289
Shift lock system ............. 682, 683
Side airbags ............................... 46
Side mirrors.............................. 216
Adjusting and folding............. 216
Side turn signal lights ............. 305
Replacing light bulbs ............. 567
Turn signal lever ................... 305
Wattage................................. 734Simple-IPA................................ 346
Smart entry & start system ..... 149
Antenna location ................... 151
Entry functions ...................... 149
Starting the engine................ 266
Starting the hybrid system .... 276
Warning message ................. 614
Snow tires ................................ 383
Spare tire .................................. 640
Inflation pressure .................. 733
Storage location .................... 641
Spark plug ................................ 726
Specifications .......................... 712
Speech command system*
Speed limiter ............................ 337
Speedometer .................... 121, 125
Sport mode............................... 285
Steering lock
Column lock release ..... 264, 273
Steering lock system
warning message ............... 625
Steering wheel ......................... 213
Adjustment ............................ 213
Audio switches ...................... 450
Stop & Start cancel switch ..... 363
Stop & Start system ................ 362
Stop & Start system
operation time ............... 123, 129
Stop & Start system total
operation time ............... 123, 129

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Stop lights
Emergency brake signal ....... 369
Replacing light bulbs ............. 567
Storage feature ........................ 457
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 709
Sun visors ................................ 470
Sunshade
Panoramic roof...................... 483
Switches
AFS OFF switch .................... 312
Airbag manual on-off
switch.................................... 56
Audio remote control
switches .............................. 450
Cruise control switch ............. 332
“DISP” button ........ 122, 126, 128
Door lock switches ................ 198
“ECO MODE” switch ............. 300
Emergency flashers switch ... 584
Engine switch ................ 262, 266
“ES” switch ............................ 290
EV drive mode switch ........... 282
Fog light switch ..................... 320
Ignition switch ............... 262, 266
Light switches ....................... 308Outside rear view mirror
switches.............................. 216
P position switch ................... 299
Paddle shift switches .... 286, 290
Panoramic roof shade
switch ................................. 483
Power door lock switch ......... 198
Power switch......................... 276
Power window switches ........ 219
“PWR MODE” switch ............ 300
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................. 410
Seat heater switches ............ 477
Simple-IPA switch ................. 347
Speed limiter switch .............. 337
Sport mode switch ................ 285
Stop & Start cancel switch .... 362
Talk switch*
Telephone switches*
Toyota parking assist-sensor
switch ................................. 340
VSC OFF switch ................... 370
Window lock switch............... 219
Windshield wiper and
washer switch ............. 322, 326
*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s manual”