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Engine (ignition) switch

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Starting the engine
Automatic transmission

Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start
the engine.

1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine: The engine will crank until it
starts or for up to 25 seconds, whichever is less. If you turn the
engine switch, the engine will keep cranking for about 30 seconds
maximum.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started.

Manual transmission

Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start
the engine.

STEP

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Changing engine switch position

“LOCK”

The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: The key can be
removed only when the shift
lever is in P.)

“ACC”

Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.

“ON”

All electrical components can
be used.

“START”

For starting the engine.

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Turning the engine switch from “ACC” to “LOCK”

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Steering lock release

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If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (

→P. 68)

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Key reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “ACC” or “LOCK” position to remind you to remove the key.

CAUTION

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When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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Caution when driving

Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the
engine switch only to the “ACC” position.

Shift the shift lever to P (auto-
matic transmission) or N (man-
ual transmission).
(

→P. 122, 127)

Push in the key and turn to the
“LOCK” position.

STEP

When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly in either
direction.

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NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the key in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long periods if the
engine is not running.

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When starting the engine

●

2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine

 Do not crank for more than 30 sec-

onds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.

●

Do not race a cold engine.

●

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately.

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Automatic transmission

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Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.

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Shifting the shift lever
Standard type

Multi-mode type

While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, depress the
brake pedal and move the shift lever.

∗

: If equipped

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Shift position uses

: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable

for driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to the D position is recom-
mended for normal driving.

: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the

possible gear ranges, controls engine braking forces, and prevents
unnecessary upshifting.

Shift position

Function

Standard type

Multi-mode type

Parking the vehicle or starting the engine

Reversing

Neutral

Normal driving

S mode driving

(

→P. 124)

Position for engine

braking

Position for more

powerful engine braking

Position for maximum

engine braking

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Changing shift ranges in S mode (multi-mode type)

Shift the shift lever to the S position and operate the shift lever.

Upshifting
Downshifting

The initial shift range in S mode is automatically set to 4 or 5. How-
ever, the initial shift range may be set to 3 if AI-SHIFT has operated
while the shift lever was in the D position. (

→P. 126)

When the shift range is 4 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+”
sets the shift range to 5.

To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that
automatically selects a higher shift range when the fluid temperature
is high.

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Shift ranges and their functions

A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a
higher shift range.

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Downshifting restrictions (standard type)

The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded.

2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine

mph (km/h)

1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine

mph (km/h)

Shift range

Function

A gear between 1 and 5 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

A gear between 1 and 4 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

A gear between 1 and 3 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

A gear between 1 and 2 is automatically selected
according to vehicle speed and driving conditions.

Setting the gear at 1.

Downshifting

Maximum speed

→2

64 (104)

→L

32 (52)

Downshifting

Maximum speed

→2

57 (92)

→L

27 (44)

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Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer (multi-mode type

 S mode)

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. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)

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When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)

Standard type

Engine braking will not operate, even when downshifting to 3. (

→P. 148)

Multi-mode type

Engine braking will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to 4.
(

→P. 148)

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
→P. 423

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If the “S” indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever
to S (multi-mode type)

This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)

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AI-SHIFT

AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor-
mance and driving conditions.

Standard type

AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.

Multi-mode type

AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.
(Shifting the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)

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Manual transmission

∗

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Maximum allowable speeds

Observe the following maximum allowable speeds in each gear when maxi-
mum acceleration is necessary.

2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine (without double wishbone rear suspen-
sion)

mph (km/h)

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Shifting the shift lever

Fully depress the clutch pedal
before operating the shift
lever, and then release the
clutch pedal slowly.

∗

: If equipped

Shift position

Maximum speed

31 (50)

53 (86)

82 (132)

112 (181)

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2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine (with double wishbone rear suspension)

mph (km/h)

1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine

mph (km/h)

Shift position

Maximum speed

31 (50)

54 (87)

83 (134)

113 (183)

Shift position

Maximum speed

34 (55)

56 (91)

82 (132)

121 (195)

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Turn signal lever

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Turn signals can be operated when

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

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If the indicators flash faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.

Right turn
Left turn
Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.

The right hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.

Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.

The left hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.

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Parking brake

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Usage in winter time

See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (

→P. 162)

NOTICE

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Before driving

Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.

Sets the parking brake

Fully set the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal.

Releases the parking brake

Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the but-
ton.

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Horn

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After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.
(

→P. 54)

To sound the horn, press on or
close to the

mark.

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2-2. Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters

The following gauges, meters and displays illuminate when the
engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

Speedometer

Displays the vehicle speed.

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.

Outside temperature display

Displays the outside air temperature.

The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40

°F (-40°C) to

122

°F (50°C).

Odometer/trip meter/instrument panel light control and trip meter
reset button

Switches between odometer and trip meter displays. Pressing and
holding the button will reset the trip meter when the trip meter is being
displayed.

To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel light, turn the button.
(

→P. 134)

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Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature.

Automatic transmission shift position indicator lights (if
equipped)

→P. 122

Odometer and trip meter

Odometer: Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

Trip meter: Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the
meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and
display different distances independently.

Low fuel level warning light

→P. 400

Toyota Matrix (2014 year). Manual - part 8