2023 TOYOTA RAIZE brakes

2394-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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When driving the vehicle
⚫Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road conditions.
⚫During snowfall or cold weather, water adhering to the brake system
may freeze, and the brakes may become less effective. If brake perfor-
mance is poor, paying close attention to the surrounding safety, lightly
depress the brake pedal several times to confirm that the brakes work
properly until their effectiveness is restored.
⚫When driving on snowy roads, snow attached to the back of the wheel
wells freezes and may grad ually accumulate, making it difficult to steer.
Check that there is no abnormal build-up of snow from time to time. The
lights may become dark due to snow during driving, so make sure that
there is no abnormal build-up of snow from time to time.
When parking the vehicle
⚫The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released. For
continuously variable transmission vehicles, set the shift lever to P. For
the manual transmission vehicles, set the shift lever to R on a downhill,
and set it to the gear 1 on an uphill to park. Do not apply the parking
brake at this time, and make sure to use wheel chocks.
Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehicle to
move unexpectedly, possibly leading to an unforeseen accident.
⚫When you park the continuously variable transmission vehicle without
applying the parking brake, confirm that the shift lever will not move*
with the shift lever being placed in P.
*The shift lever will be locked if it is attempted to be shifted from P to any other
position without depressing the brake pe dal. If the shift lever can be shifted,
there may be a problem with the shift lo ck system. Have the vehicle inspected at
your Toyota dealer immediately.
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2404-6. Driving tips
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WARNING
⬛When the brakes freeze
If normal braking is not restored, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota
dealer immediately.
⬛Caution when parking
When parking without applying the parking brake, be sure to use wheel
chocks. Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehicle to
move unexpectedly, possibly leading to an unforeseen accident.
NOTICE
⬛When removing ice from the windshield and windows
Do not hit and break the ice.
The glass may crack.
⬛When the doors, windshield wipers, windshield, or windows freeze
⚫Thaw the ice by applying lukewarm water.
Hot water may damage or deform components.
⚫If the windshield wipers, outside rear view mirrors, or windows are forcibly
activated while frozen or when snow is strongly attached, the wiper rubber
may be damaged or the motor may break.
⬛Repairing or replacing snow tires (veh icles with the tire pressure warning
system)
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Toyota dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation
of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
⬛Fitting tire chains (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.
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2414-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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Eco-friendly driving tips
For improved fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions, pay atten-
tion to the following points:
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration.
Gradual acceleration and deceleration will help reduce excessive fuel con-
sumption.
◆When braking
Observe conditions in front of and around the vehicle, and estimate your
stopping position. Release the accele rator pedal early and continue coast-
ing. Use the brake pedal to adjust your stopping position.
Make sure to operate the brake pedal gently.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at traffic
lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports before leaving
and avoid delays as much as possible.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stopping at a
toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the accelerator pedal
and gently apply the brakes.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive fuel consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temper ature is high, use the recirculated
air mode. Doing so will help to redu ce the burden on the air conditioning
system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Turn the A/C switch on on ly when both heating and dehumidify-
ing are needed, and if only heating is needed, turn the A/C switch off.
Turning the A/C switch on when unnece ssary leads to excessive fuel con-
sumption.
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3066-2. Maintenance
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General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified. It is recommended that any prob-
lem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the battery fluid level and connections. ( ➞P. 321)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( ➞P. 320)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (➞ P. 319)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (➞P. 316)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from foreign
objects. ( ➞P. 320)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? ( ➞P. 324)
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal⚫The accelerator pedal should move smoothly (without
uneven pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmis-
sion “Park” mechanism⚫When parked on a slope and th e shift lever is in P, is
the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
⚫Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
⚫Does the brake pedal have appropriate clearance from
the floor? (➞ P. 427)
⚫Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free
play? (➞P. 427)
Brakes
⚫The vehicle should not pull to one side when the
brakes are applied.
⚫The brakes should work effectively.
⚫The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
⚫The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor
when the brakes are applied.
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3687-1. Essential information
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WARNING
⬛If the engine has to be turned off while driving
⚫Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake
pedal harder to depress and the steeri ng wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate
as much as possible before turning off the engine.
⚫Vehicles without key-free system: Never remove the key, since removing the
key will lock the steering wheel.
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3747-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Using a flatbed truck
If your vehicle is transported by a
flatbed truck, it should be tied down
at the locations shown in the illustra-
tion.
After transportation, restore the lid
attached to the rear side.
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45°.
NOTICE
⬛Using a flatbed truck
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tempo-
rarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing eye-
lets. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for at most 80
km (50 miles) at under 30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes.
The vehicle’s wheels, drive train, ax les, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
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3767-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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⬛While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
⬛Wheel nut wrench
The wheel nut wrench is stored at the bottom of the front left seat. ( ➞P. 397)
⬛After towing
Remove the towing eyelet and secu rely attach the cover in place.
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or seri-
ous injury.
⬛While towing
⚫When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets,
cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people, and
cause serious damage.
⚫Do not turn the engine switch “OFF”.
There is a possibility that the steerin g wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
⬛Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are instal led securely. If not securely installed,
towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
⬛To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
⬛When the engine switch malfunctions (vehicles with key-free system)
Since the steering wheel cannot be unloc ked, towing by rope is not possible.
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3867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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: If equipped
WARNING
⬛When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is restricted.
When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is lost and han-
dling operations of the steering wheel become extremely heavy. When steer-
ing wheel operations are heavier than us ual, grip the steering wheel firmly and
operate it using more force than usual.
⬛If the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with a tire pressure
warning system)
Be sure to observe the following precaut ions. Failure to do so could cause a
loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
⚫Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation
pressure immediately.
⚫If the tire pressure warning light come s on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is
flat, change it with the spare tire and ha ve the flat tire repaired by the near-
est Toyota dealer.
⚫Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
⬛If a blowout or sudden air leakage sh ould occur (vehicles with a tire
pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
NOTICE
⬛To ensure the tire pressure warning system✽ operates properly
Do not install tires with different specif ications or makers, as the tire pressure
warning system may not operate properly.
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