2023 TOYOTA RAIZE Owners Manual

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NOTICE
⬛Driving (continuously variable transmission vehicles)
⚫Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving.
Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time may restrain
the engine output.
⚫Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake ped-
als at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
⬛Driving (Manual transmission vehicles)
⚫Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving. Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time may
restrain the engine output.
⚫Do not move the shift lever without st epping on the clutch pedal all the way.
Doing so could damage the clutch or transmission.
⚫To prevent the clutch from being da maged, observe the following precau-
tions.
⦁ Do not drive with your foot placed on the clutch pedal
⦁ Avoid starting to move the vehicle when the shift lever is set to other than
the gear 1
⦁ Do not ride the clutch more than ne cessary especially when starting to
move the vehicle on a hill
⚫Do not set the shift lever to R while the vehicle is still moving. Doing so could
damage the clutch, transmission, or the gear.
⬛Parking (continuously variable transmission vehicles)
Always apply the parking brake, and set th e shift lever to P. If the parking brake
is not applied and the shift lever is no t set to P, it may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate sudd enly if the accelerator pedal is acci-
dentally depressed.
⬛Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
⚫Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of ti me. Doing so may damage the electric power steer-
ing motor.
⚫When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the disc wheels, etc.
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NOTICE
⬛If you feel the clutch is slipping (Manual transmission vehicles)
Have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. If your
vehicle does not accelerate by stepping on the accelerator pedal even when
the clutch is engaged, the clutch ma y be slipping and the vehicle may no
longer be able to run.
⬛To prevent damage to the tu rbo system (Turbo vehicles)
⚫Immediately after driving at high speed or climbing on a hill, do not stop the
engine. Make sure to idle the engine for approx. 1 minute to cool down the
turbo system, and then stop the engine.
⚫Do not use any parts other than those specified for the exhaust pipes.
⚫Never alter the exhaust pipes.
⚫Never race or accelerate suddenly when the engine is cold.
⚫Make sure to change the oil periodically. ( ➞P. 418)
⬛When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
⚫Engine stalling
⚫Short in electrical components
⚫Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
⚫Brake function
⚫Changes in quantity and quality of oi ls and fluids such as engine oil,
transaxle oil, and differential oil
⚫Poor lubrication of the bearings and joints, etc.
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Precautions when loading luggage
For safe and comfortable driving, observe the following when load-
ing luggage.
WARNING
⬛Things that must not be carr ied in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:
⚫Receptacles containing gasoline
⚫Aerosol cans
⬛When loading luggage
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so is dangerous. It may prevent the clutch pedal (manual trans-
mission vehicles) and the brake pedal and accelerator pedal from being oper-
ated properly, and the load could block the driver’s vision, hit the driver or
passengers, possibly leading to an unforeseen accident.
⚫Try storing cargo or luggage in the luggage compartment as much as possi-
ble.
⚫Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations:
⦁ In the legroom of the driver’s seat
⦁ On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
⦁ On the instrument panel
⦁ On the dashboard
⦁ Small containers/trays without lids
⚫Secure all items in the compartment.
⚫Do not stack anything in the luggage compartment higher than the seat-
backs.
In the event of a sudden braking or an accident, the luggage may be thrown
out and cause injury to the driver or passengers.
⚫When loading long-size lugga ge by folding the rear seatbacks, avoid placing
the luggage directly behind the seatback s of the front seats as much as pos-
sible.
⚫Do not let anyone sit in the luggage compartment. It is not designed for
occupants. They should ride in their se ats with their seat belts properly fas-
tened.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury in the event of sudden
braking or a collision.
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WARNING
⬛Load and distribution
⚫Do not overload your vehicle.
⚫Do not apply loads unevenly.
Improper loading not only puts a strain on the tires, but may cause deteriora-
tion of steering or braking control leading to an unforeseen accident, which
may cause death or serious injury.
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1794-1. Driving the vehicle
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Trailer towing
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, bicycle, 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
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without key-free system)
Procedure to start the engine
▶Continuously variable transmission vehicles
a Adjust the position of the seat to give the correct driving posture
(➞ P. 30), and check the position of each pedal
b Check that the parking brake is applied
c Check that the shift lever is set in P
d Firmly depress the brake pedal
e Turn the engine switch to “START”
The starter rotates for up to 30 seconds until the engine starts.
▶Manual transmission vehicles
a Adjust the position of the seat to give the correct driving posture
(➞ P. 30), and check the position of each pedal
b Check that the parking brake is applied
c Check that the shift lever is set in N
d Firmly depress the clutch pedal and the brake pedal
e Turn the engine switch to “START”
The starter rotates for up to 30 seconds until the engine starts.
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Changing the engine switch position
a“OFF” (“LOCK” position)
The key can be removed and inserted.
(For continuously variable transmission
vehicles, the key can be inserted and
removed when the shift lever is set in
P)
The steering wheel will be locked.
The emergency flashers can be used.
b“ACC” (“ACC” position)
You can use electrical components,
such as a power outlet.
c“ON” (“ON” position)
All electrical components can be used.
d“START” (“START” position)
The engine can be started.
⬛Turning the key from “ACC” to “OFF” (“LOCK”)
a Verify that the shift lever is set to P (continuously variable transmission
vehicles) or N (manual transmission vehicles)
b Push in the key and turn it to “OFF”
(“LOCK”)
⬛When the engine will not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( ➞P. 7 2 )
Contact your Toyota dealer.
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⬛Steering wheel lock
⚫If you remove the key from the engine switch and move the steering wheel
to the left or right, the steering wheel lock function will lock the steering
wheel.
⚫To unlock the steering wheel, turn
the engine switch while moving the
steering wheel left and right.
⬛Clutch start system (Manual transmission vehicles)
For your safety, the engine will not start unless you step on the clutch pedal all
the way even when the engine switch is turned to “START”.
⬛Key removal reminder warning buzzer
When the key is inserted and the engine switch is turned to “ACC” or “OFF”,
opening the driver’s door will cause the warning buzzer to sound.
WARNING
⬛When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting th e engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an unforeseen accident resulting in death or serious
injury.
⬛Caution while driving
⚫Do not turn the engine swit ch to “OFF” while driving.
Turning off the engine while driving ma y lead to an unforeseen accident,
resulting in serious injury or death in the worst case.
⚫For manual transmission vehicles, the key may fall out if the key is turned to
“OFF”. If the key is removed, the steering wheel will be locked and cannot be
operated, which may lead to an unforeseen accident.
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