2013 TOYOTA AURIS Es mode

2444-1. Before driving
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Information tag (manufacturer’s label)
Gross vehicle mass
Maximum permissible rear
axle capacity
Gross vehicle mass
Vehicle category M1 models*
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, luggage, towing
hitch, total curb mass and drawbar load should not exceed the
gross vehicle mass by more than 100 kg (220.5 lb.). Exceeding this
weight is dangerous.
Vehicle category N1 models*
The combined weight of the driver, passengers, cargo, towing hitch,
total curb mass and drawbar load must not exceed the gross vehi-
cle mass. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
Maximum permissible rear axle capacity
Vehicle category M1 models*
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum
permissible rear axle capacity by 15% or more. Exceeding this
weight is dangerous.
Vehicle category N1 models*
The weight borne by the rear axle should not exceed the maximum
permissible rear axle capacity. Exceeding this weight is dangerous.
The values for towing capacity were derived from testing conducted at
sea level. Take note that engine output and towing capacity will be
reduced at high altitudes.
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*: To distinguish the vehicle category, ask any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
Vehicle category M1 models*: When the gross vehicle mass limit or
maximum permissible axle capacity is exceeded
Do not exceed the established speed limit for towing a trailer in built-up
areas or 100 km/h (62 mph), whichever is the lower.
Failing to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.

2504-1. Before driving
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Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly applying
the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while braking.
Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.
Transmission information
Multidrive:
To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system perfor-
mance when using engine braking, do not use the transmission in
D, must be in M and select gear step 4 or lower. (P. 287)
Multi-mode manual transmission:
Select an appropriate gear in M position to maintain the effective-
ness of engine braking and to maintain charging system perfor-
mance.
Manual transmission:
Refrain from driving in 6th gear to maintain the effectiveness of
engine braking and to maintain charging system performance.
If the engine overheats
Towing a loaded trailer up a long, steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating. If the
engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the engine is over-
heating, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the road and
stop the vehicle in a safe place. (P. 700)

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When parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under the wheels of both the vehicle
and trailer. Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
(Multidrive), E, M or R (multi-mode manual transmission) and 1 or R
(manual transmission).
CAUTION
Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Trailer towing precautions
When towing, make sure that none of the weight limits are exceeded.
(P. 243)
Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long downhill grades.
Operation of the brake pedal
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods of time.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
To avoid accident or injury
Vehicles with a cruise control: Do not use cruise control when you are tow-
ing.
Vehicles with a compact spare tire: Do not tow a trailer when the compact
spare tire is installed on your vehicle.
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit: Do not tow the vehicle
when the tire installed is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair
kit.
NOTICE
Do not directly splice trailer lights
Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle's electrical system
and cause a malfunction.

2524-1. Before driving
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Trailer towing (hybrid model)
For this model, only vehicles with a towing package can tow
another vehicle. Before towing, check the gross combination
vehicle mass and gross vehicle mass described on the informa-
tion tag (manufacturer's label) to see whether or not your vehicle
can tow another vehicle. (P. 255)
If the gross combination vehicle mass is greater than the gross
vehicle mass, your vehicle is equipped with a towing package
and can tow another vehicle. On the other hand, if the gross
combination vehicle mass is the same as the gross vehicle
mass, your vehicle is not equipped with a towing package and
cannot tow another vehicle.
Vehicles without a towing package
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch
or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicy-
cle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the
use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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4-2. Driving procedures
Multidrive
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.
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.
After 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.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start the
engine.
Manual transmission (diesel engine)
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 “ON” position.
turns on.
After goes out, turn the engine switch to the “START” position
and start the engine.
Engine (ignition) switch (except hybrid
model [vehicles without a smar t entr y &
start system])
Starting the engine
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2664-2. Driving procedures
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Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P (Multidrive) or N (manual trans-
mission).
Vehicles without a multi-information display
Multidrive: Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Multi-mode manual transmission: Firmly depress the brake pedal,
press the engine switch at once and shift the shift lever to N.
Manual transmission: Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
The smart entry & start system indicator light (green) will turn on. If the
indicator light does not turn on, the engine cannot be started.
Press the engine switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seconds, whichever
is less.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal (Multidrive or multi-mode
manual transmission) or clutch
pedal (manual transmission) until
the engine is completely started.
Diesel model: turns on. The
engine begins starting after
goes out.
Vehicles without a multi-mode
manual transmission: The engine
can be started from any engine
switch mode.
Engine (ignition) switch (except hybrid model
[vehicles with a smar t entr y & start system])
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch modes.
Starting the engine
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Vehicles with a multi-information display
Multidrive: Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Multi-mode manual transmission: Firmly depress the brake pedal,
press the engine switch at once and shift the shift lever to N.
Manual transmission: Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be started.
Press the engine switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seconds, whichever
is less.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal (Multidrive or multi-mode
manual transmission) or clutch
pedal (manual transmission) until
the engine is completely started.
Diesel model: turns on. The
engine begins starting after
goes out.
Vehicles without a multi-mode
manual transmission: The engine
can be started from any engine
switch mode.
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