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Driving Information
WHEN DRIVING
NOTICE
Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving. This is
due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to meet driving
conditions. It dose not indicate sudden acceleration.
• The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill.
• When the accelerator pedal is released.
When parking the vehicle
• Always move the shift lever to P position. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally
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 time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
• When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels or underside of the vehicle, etc.
If you get a flat tyre while driving
• A flat or damaged tyre may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
– It may be difficult to control your vehicle
– The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations
– The vehicle will lean abnormally
• For information on how to change a flat tyre refer to page 306.
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
– A short circuit in electrical components
– Engine damage caused by water immersion
• In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, have your
Toyota dealer check the following:
– Brake function
– Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, and transaxle fluid, etc.
– Lubricant condition of the bearings and suspension joints (where possible) and
the function of all joints and bearings, etc.
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