2015 TOYOTA VERSO S trailer

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Guidance
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
Checking connections between trailer and lights
Stop the vehicle and check the operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after driving for a brief period as well
as before starting off.
Practicing driving with a coupled trailer
Get the feel for turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area with no or light traffic.
When reversing with a coupled trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to turn it right. Always rotate a lit-
tle at a time to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you
when reversing to lessen the risk of an accident.
NOTICE
When the rear bumper strengthening material is aluminum
Ensure the steel bracket part does not come directly in contact with that
area.
When steel and aluminum come into contact, there is a reaction similar to
corrosion, which will weaken the section concerned and may result in dam-
age. Apply a rust inhibitor to parts that will come in contact when attaching a
steel bracket.

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When driving
Increasing vehicle-to-vehicle distance
At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the vehicle may spin out of control.
This is especially true when driving on wet or slippery road sur-
faces.
Sudden acceleration/steering input/cornering
Executing sharp turns when towing may result in the trailer collid-
ing with your vehicle. Decelerate well in advance when approach-
ing turns and take them slowly and carefully to avoid sudden
braking.
Important points regarding turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would normally do.
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 apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while brak-
ing.
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.

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Transmission information
Vehicles with a Multidrive
Select an appropriate gear in M mode to maintain the effectiveness
of engine braking and to maintain charging system performance.
Vehicles with a 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
high engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes
on, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the road and
stop the vehicle in a safe place. (P. 509)
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
for Multidrives and 1 or R for manual transmissions.

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When driving
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. 255)
Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. Never downshift abruptly 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 the compact spare tire)
Do not tow the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed.

559 Alphabetical index
Tools ................................. 462, 475
Total load capacity .................. 522
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 440
Trailer towing ........................ 254
Traction control ....................... 240
Tray ........................................... 330
TRC ........................................... 240
Trip information ....................... 210
Trip meter ................................. 198
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 423
Switch ................................... 195
Wattage................................. 536
Vanity mirrors .......................... 333
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 523
Vehicle stability control .......... 240
VSC ........................................... 240Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 447
Electric power steering
system ................................ 449
Seat belt reminder ................ 451
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 449
Brake assist system .............. 449
Brake system ........................ 447
Charging system ................... 448
Cruise control indicator
light ..................................... 449
Diesel Particulate Filter
system ................................ 452
Electric power steering
system ................................ 449
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 449
Engine oil level...................... 451
Engine oil
maintenance ............... 452, 453
Engine oil pressure ............... 448
Fuel filter ............................... 450
High engine coolant
temperature warning light ... 448
Low fuel level ........................ 451
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 449
Open door ............................. 450
Parking brake indicator
light ..................................... 450
Pretensioners........................ 449
Seat belt reminder light ......... 451
Slip indicator light.................. 449
Smart entry & start
system ........................ 450, 455
SRS airbags.......................... 449
Stop & Start indicator light .... 449
Tire pressure......................... 453
VSC OFF indicator light ........ 449
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