2015 TOYOTA HILUX Owners Manual (in English)

1854-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmis-
sion). ( →P. 187, 191)
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( →P. 85)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.Push in the key and turn it to the
“LOCK” 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 left and
right.
1
2
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 185 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM

1864-2. Driving procedures
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■
Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An
accident may result if the engine is stopped while driving.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri-
ods of time without the engine running.
■
When starting the engine
● Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may
overheat the starter and wiring system.
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately.
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 186 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM

187
4
4-2. Driving procedures
Driving
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
Automatic transmission∗
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, move the shift
lever with the brake pedal depressed.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped.
∗: If equipped
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
Shifting the shift lever
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 187 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM

1884-2. Driving procedures
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
*: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the Dposition for normal driving.
Shift position purpose
Shift positionFunction
PParking the vehicle/starting the engine
RReversing
NNeutral
(Condition in which the power is not transmitted)
DNormal driving*
4Position for engine braking
3Position for more powerful engine braking2
LPosition for maximum engine braking
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 188 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM

1894-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
■Downshift restriction
The maximum allowable speeds are as follows.
■ AI-SHIFT
AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor-
mance and driving conditions.
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.
■ When driving with cruise cont rol activated (if equipped)
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate while downshifting to 4 because
cruise control will not be canceled. ( →P. 214)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
→ P. 477
Downshifting
Maximum speed
km/h (mph)
Front drive control lever in H2 or H4Front drive control lever in L4
D → 4140 (86)-
4 → 3100 (62)35 (21)
3 → 265 (40)25 (15)
2 → L20 (12)5 (3)
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 189 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM

1904-2. Driving procedures
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
CAUTION
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 190 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM

191
4
4-2. Driving procedures
Driving
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
Manual transmission∗
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.
∗: If equipped
Shifting the shift lever
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 191 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM

1924-2. Driving procedures
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE)
■Maximum downshifting speeds
Observe the downshifting speeds in the following table to prevent over-rev-
ving the engine.
X4WD models (front drive control lever in H2 or H4)
*1: The model code is indicated on the manufacturer’s label or plate.
(→ P. 494)
*2: With 265/65R17 tires
*3: With 225/70R17C tires
*4: With 255/70R15C tires
*5: Except for Kazakhstan
*6: For Kazakhstan
*7: With 205R16C tires
Maximum speed
km/h (mph)
Shift position1234
1KD-FTV engine39 (24)73 (45)*2
72 (45)*3119 (74)*2
116 (72)*3170 (106)*2
167 (104)*3
2KD-FTV
engine
For
KUN25L-
PRMDH
model
*1
35 (22)65 (40)105 (65)150 (93)*5
151 (94)*6
For Russia
and Ukraine36 (22)*2, 3
35 (22)*4, 7
67 (42)*2
66 (41)*3
65 (40)*4, 7
109 (68)*2
107 (66)*3
105 (65)*4, 7
156 (97)*2
153 (95)*3
151 (94)*4, 7
Except for
Russia,
Ukraine and
KUN25L-
PRMDH
models
*1
38 (24)*2
37 (23)*3, 4, 7
70 (43)*2
69 (43)*3
68 (42)*4, 7
114 (71)*2
112 (70)*3
110 (68)*4, 7
164 (102)*2
161 (100)*3
158 (98)*4, 7
2TR-FE engine 43 (27)80 (50)115 (71)165 (103)
HILUX_OM_OM0K219E_(EE).book Page 192 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:06 PM