To enter s mode, shift the shift lever to s. Shift ranges can be selected by operating the shift lever, allowing you to drive in the shift range of your choosing. The shift range can be selected by the shift lever.
The selected shift range, from 1 to 6, will be displayed in the meter.
The initial shift range in s mode is set automatically to 5 or 4 according to vehicle speed. However, the initial shift range may be set to 3 if ai-shift has operated while the shift lever was in d.
Shift ranges and their functions
S mode
Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)
Operation of the air conditioning system in eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed* of the air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency („_p. 304, 313). To improve air conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed* or turn off eco drive mode.
*: Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system only
Deactivation of the driving mode
When driving with cruise control activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control will not be canceled.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from p
If the “s” indicator does not come on or the “d” indicator is displayed even after shifting the shift lever to s
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle inspected by your toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in d.)
If the automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light comes on (awd models only)
If the automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light comes on while driving, make sure to return to d position driving and reduce speed by easing off the accelerator pedal. Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift lever to p and let the engine idle until the warning light goes out.
When the warning light goes out, the vehicle can be driven again.
If the warning light does not go out after waiting a while, have your vehicle inspected by your toyota dealer.
Ai-shift
The ai-shift automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver performance and driving conditions.
The ai-shift automatically operates when the shift lever is in d. (Shifting the shift lever to s cancels the function.)
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.
Center airbag sensor assembly malfunction
Description
The center airbag sensor consists of the airbag sensor, the safing sensor,
the drive circuit, the diagnosis
circuit and the ignition control.
If the center airbag sensor receives signals from the airbag sensor, it
determines whether or not the srs
should be activated.
Dt ...
Inspection
Inspect automatic transaxle oil panel
sub-assembly
Remove the magnets and use them to collect any
steel chips. Examine the chips and particles in the
pan and on the magnet to determine what type of
wear has occurred in the transaxle.
Steel (magnetic): bearing gear and plate ...
Windshield wipers
and washer
Operating the wiper lever
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.
For the u.S.A.
Intermittent operation
Low speed operation
High speed operation
Temporary operation
If equipped, wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation
is select ...