2023 TOYOTA PROACE VERSO Owners Manual

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In the event of a breakdown
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If this label is present, use only a 12 V charger to avoid causing irreversible damage to the electrical components.
24V
12V
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Never try to charge a frozen battery - risk of explosion!If the battery has frozen, have it checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer who will verify that the internal components have not been damaged and that the case
has not cracked, which would mean a risk of toxic and corrosive acid leaking.
Disconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state of charge for starting the engine, we recommend disconnecting the battery if the vehicle is to be unused for an extended period.Before disconnecting the battery:► Close all openings (doors, tailgate, windows).► Switch off all electricity-consuming devices (audio system, wipers, lamps, etc.).
► Switch off the ignition and wait for 4 minutes.After accessing the battery, it is only necessary to disconnect the (+) terminal.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal

► Depending on equipment, lift the plastic cover
on the (+) terminal.► Raise lever A fully to release clamp B.► Remove clamp B by lifting it off.
Reconnecting the (+) terminal

► Raise lever A fully.► Refit open clamp B on the (+) terminal.► Push clamp B fully down.► Lower lever A to lock clamp B.► Depending on equipment, lower the plastic cover on the (+) terminal.
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Do not force the lever, as it will not lock in place if the clamp is not positioned correctly; start the procedure again.

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Following reconnection
After reconnecting the battery, turn on the ignition and wait 1 minute before starting the engine, to enable the electronic systems to initialise.If minor problems nevertheless persist following this operation, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise certain equipment:– Remote control key or electronic key (depending on version).– Electric windows.– Electric doors,– Date and time.– Preset radio stations.
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The Stop & Start system may not be operational during the trip following the first engine start.In this case, the system will only be available again after a continuous period of immobilisation of the vehicle, a period which depends on the exterior temperature and the state of charge of the battery (up to about 8 hours).
Towing
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for towing another vehicle using a removable mechanical device.
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General recommendationsObserve the legislation in force in the country
where you are driving.Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is higher than that of the towed vehicle.The driver must remain at the wheel of the towed vehicle and must have a valid driving licence.When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, always use an approved towbar; ropes and straps are prohibited.The towing vehicle must move off gently.When the vehicle is towed with its engine off, there is no longer braking and steering assistance.
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A professional recovery service must be called if:– broken down on a motorway or main road;– not possible to put the gearbox into neutral, unlock the steering, or release the parking brake;– not possible to tow a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox, with the engine running;– towing with only two wheels on the ground;– four-wheel drive vehicle;– no approved towbar available.
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Before towing the vehicle, it is essential to put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode.For more information on Free-wheeling, refer to the corresponding section.
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Electric motorAn electric vehicle cannot under any circumstances be used to tow another vehicle.
However, it may be used, for example, to exit a rut.

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In the event of a breakdown
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With a manual gearbox, place the gear lever in neutral.With an automatic gearbox, place the gear selector in position N.Failure to adhere to this instruction may lead to damage to some braking components and the lack of braking assistance on restarting
the engine.
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle(engine/gearbox)Front wheels on the groundRear wheels on the groundFlatbed4 wheels on the ground with towbar
Internal combustion/Manual







Internal combustion/Automatic







Electric







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In case of battery or electric parking brake failure, it is essential to call a professional using flatbed recovery vehicles (excluding manual gearbox).
Accessing the eye
The towing eye is stowed in the tool box.
NOTIC E
For more information on the Tool box, refer to the corresponding section.

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Towing your vehicle

► In the front bumper, slide a finger from the centre of the cover plate to the upper corner (as shown above) to unclip it.► Screw the towing eye in fully.► Install the towbar.► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the towed vehicle.► Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short distance.
Towing another vehicle

► On the rear bumper, press the cover (as shown above) to unclip it.► Screw the towing eye in fully.► Install the towbar.► Switch on the hazard warning lamps on the towed vehicle.► Move off gently, drive slowly and for a short distance.

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Technical data
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Engine technical data and
towed loads
Engines
The engine characteristics are given in the vehicle's registration document, as well as in sales brochures.Only the values available at the time of
publication are presented in the tables.Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer to obtain missing values.
NOTIC E
The maximum power corresponds to the value type-approved on a test bed, under conditions defined by European legislation (Directive 1999/99/EC).
For more information, contact a any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Weights and towed loads
The weights and towed loads relating to the vehicle are indicated on the registration document, as well as in sales brochures.These values are also indicated on the manufacturer's plate or label.For more information, contact a any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
The GTW (Gross Train Weight) and towed load values indicated are valid up to a maximum altitude of 1,000 metres. The towed load value must be reduced by 10% for each additional 1,000 metres of altitude.The maximum authorised nose weight corresponds to the weight permitted on the towball.
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When exterior temperatures are high, the vehicle performance may be limited in order to protect the engine. When the exterior temperature is higher than 37°C, reduce the towed weight.
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Towing even with a lightly loaded vehicle can adversely affect its road holding.Braking distances are increased when towing a trailer.When using a vehicle to tow, never exceed a speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) (observe the local legislation in force).

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Engines and towed loads - Diesel EURO 5 (only Ukraine)

PROACE VAN
Engines2.0D-4D 150HP
GearboxesManual 6-speedAutomatic 8-speed
Code4WZ-FTV (DW10FD)
Cubic capacity (cc)1,997
Max. power: EC standard (kW)11 0
FuelDiesel
LengthMedium/Long(L1/L2)Medium*/Long*(L1/L2)*Medium/Long(L1/L2)Medium*/Long*(L1/L2)*
Braked trailer (within the GTW limit) (kg)on a 10% or 12% gradient
1,000800
Unbraked trailer (kg)750750
Maximum authorised nose weight (kg)921008088
* Increased payload.

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Technical data
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Engines and towed loads - Diesel EURO 6.3

PROACE VAN
Engines1.5D-4D 100HP1.5D-4D 120HP
GearboxesManual 6-speedManual 6-speed
Code5WZ-TV (DV5RUCd)5WZ-HV (DV5RUC)
Cubic capacity (cc)1,4991,499
Max. power: EC standard (kW)7588
FuelDieselDiesel
LengthMedium/Long(L1/L2)Medium*/Long*(L1/L2)* Medium/Long(L1/L2)Medium*/Long*(L1/L2)*
Braked trailer (within the GTW limit) (kg)on a 10% or 12% gradient
1,0001,000
Unbraked trailer (kg)750750
Maximum authorised nose weight (kg)72807280

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Engines2.0D-4D 144HP2.0D-4D 180HP
GearboxesManual 6-speedAutomatic 8-speedAutomatic 8-speed
Code4WZ-FTV (DW10FDDU)4WZ-FHV (DW10FDCU)
Cubic capacity (cc)1,9971,997
Max. power: EC standard (kW)106130
FuelDieselDiesel
LengthMedium/Long(L1/L2)Medium*/Long*(L1/L2)*Medium/Long(L1/L2)Medium*/Long*(L1/L2)*Medium/Long(L1/L2)Medium*/Long*(L1/L2)*
Braked trailer (within the GTW limit) (kg)on a 10% or 12% gradient
1,100800800
Unbraked trailer (kg)750750
Maximum authorised nose weight (kg)728072808088
* Increased payload.