2022 Toyota Corolla Cross Owners Manual - Driving procedures

Driving procedures

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart key system)

Starting the engine

1. Check that the parking brake is set.

2. Check that the shift lever is in P.

Do not press the shift lever button after shifting the shit position to P.

3. Firmly depress the brake pedal.

4. Turn the engine switch to START to start the engine.

■If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated.

Contact your Toyota dealer.

■When the steering lock cannot be released

When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in OFF. To free it, turn the key while turning the steering wheel slightly left and right.

WARNING

■When starting the engine

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

NOTICE

■When starting the engine

• Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time.

  This may overheat the starter and wiring system.

• Do not race a cold engine.
• If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Changing the engine switch positions

1. OFF ("LOCK" position)

The key can be removed. (The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in P.)

2. ACC ("ACC" position)

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

3. ON ( "ON" position)

All electrical components can be used.

4. START ( "START" position)

For starting the engine.

■Turning the key from ACC to OFF

1. Shift the shift lever to P.

2. Push in the key and turn it to OFF.

■Key reminder function

A buzzer sounds if the driver's door is opened while the engine switch is in OFF or ACC to remind you to remove the key.

WARNING

■Caution when driving

Do not turn the engine switch to OFF while driving. If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the engine switch only to ACC to stop the engine. An accident may result if the engine is stopped while driving.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time without the engine running.

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key system)

Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine switch modes.

Starting the engine

1. Check that the parking brake is set.

2. Check that the shift lever is in P.

3. Firmly depress the brake pedal.

 and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.

If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be started.

4. Press the engine switch shortly and firmly.

When operating the engine switch, one short, firm press is enough. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.

The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30 seconds, whichever is less.

Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is completely started.

The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.

■Engine switch illumination

According to the situation, the engine switch illumination operates as follows.

• When a door is opened, or the engine switch mode is changed from ACC or ON to off, the engine switch illumination comes on.
• When depressing the brake pedal with carrying the electronic key on your person, the engine switch illumination blinks.
• When the engine switch mode is in ACC or ON, the engine switch illumination is constantly illuminated.

■If the engine does not start

• The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated.

  Contact your Toyota dealer.

• If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

■If the battery is discharged

The engine cannot be started using the smart key system.

■Operation of the engine switch

• If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the engine switch mode may not change or the engine may not start.
• If attempting to restart the engine immediately after turning the engine switch off, the engine may not start in some cases. After turning the engine switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the engine.

■Customization

If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting.

WARNING

■When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■When starting the engine

• Do not race a cold engine.
• If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately.

Stopping the engine

1. Stop the vehicle completely.

2. Set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P.

Check the parking brake indicator is illuminated.

Do not press the shift lever button after shifting the shit position to P.

3. Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished.

4. Release the brake pedal and check that "ACCESSORY" or "IGNITION ON" is not shown on the multi-information display.

■Automatic engine shut off feature

• The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the engine when the shift lever is in P with the engine running for an extended period.
• The engine will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it has been left running while the shift lever is in P.
• The timer for the automatic engine shut off feature will reset if the brake pedal is depressed or if the shift lever is in a position other than P.
• After the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock switch from the inside or the mechanical key from the outside, the automatic engine shut off feature will be disabled.

  The timer for the automatic engine shut off feature will be re-enabled if the driver's door is opened.

WARNING

■Stopping the engine in an emergency

• If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession.

  However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emergency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

• If the engine switch is operated while the vehicle is running, a warning message will be shown on the multi-information display and a buzzer sounds.
• To restart the engine after performing an emergency shutdown, shift the shift lever to N and then press the engine switch.

■When parking

Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases to enter the vehicle and may lead to an accident caused by light-headedness, or may lead to death or a serious health hazard.

• If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area or a closed area, such as a garage, stop the engine.
• Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and ensure that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.

Changing engine switch modes

Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

1. OFF*1

The emergency flashers can be used.

2. ACC*2

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

"ACCESSORY" will be displayed on the multi-information display.

3. ON

All electrical components can be used.

"IGNITION ON" will be displayed on the multi-information display.

*1: If the shift lever is in a position other than P or the shift lever button is pressed when turning off the engine, the engine switch will be turned to ACC, not to off.
*2: ACC mode can be enabled/disabled on the customize menu.

■Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACC for more than 20 minutes or ON (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the shift lever is in P or the shift lever button is not pressed, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge.

Do not leave the vehicle with the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time when the engine is not running.

■When ACC customization is in off

• With the engine switch is turned off, the multimedia system can still be used for a certain time until the battery saving function starts operating.
• When the safe exit assist is operating, a buzzer will sound and a voice guidance will be given.

  (vehicles with safe exit assist)

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

• Do not leave the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time without the engine running.
• If "ACCESSORY" or "IGNITION ON" is displayed on the multi-information display, the engine switch is not off. Exit the vehicle after turning the engine switch off.

When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other than P

If the engine is stopped when the shift lever is in a position other than P or the shift lever button is pressed, the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACC. Perform the following procedure to turn the switch off:

1. Check that the parking brake is set.

2. Shift the shift lever to P.

Do not press the shift lever button after shifting the shit position to P.

3. Check that "ACCESSORY" is displayed on the multi-information display and press the engine switch shortly and firmly.

4. Check that "ACCESSORY" or "IGNITION ON" on the multi-information display are off.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not stop the engine with the shift lever in a position other P or the shift lever button pressed. If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P or the shift lever button pressed, the engine switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACC mode. If the vehicle is left in ACC, battery discharge may occur.

Continuously variable transmission

Select the shift position depending on your purpose and situation.

Shift position purpose and functions

P - Parking the vehicle/ starting the engine
R - Reversing
N - Neutral
(Condition in which the power is not transmitted)
D - Normal driving*
M - 10-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode driving

*: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, shift the shift lever to D for normal driving.

■To protect the continuously variable transmission

If the transmission fluid temperature is high, "Transmission Oil Temp High Stop in a Safe Place and See Owner's Manual" will be displayed 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 message goes out.

When the warning message goes out, the vehicle can be driven again.

If the warning message does not go out after waiting a while, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

WARNING

■When driving on slippery road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift the shift gears suddenly.

Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting in an accident.

Shifting the shift lever

 : While the engine switch is in ON and the brake pedal depressed*, shift the shift lever while pushing the shift release button on the shift knob.

 : Shift the shift lever while pushing the shift release button on the shift knob.

 : Shift the shift lever normally.

When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped and the brake pedal is depressed.

*: For the vehicle be able to be shifted from P, the brake pedal must be depressed before the shift release button is pushed. If the shift release button is pushed first, the shift lock will not be released.

■Continuously variable transmission fail-safe control

The system detects malfunctioning parts targeted (all of the solenoids that perform the shifting function) by the On-Board Diagnostics, and performs fail-safe mechanisms, such as restricting the shifting function or transmission ratio control.

In this event, the malfunction indicator lamp turns on.

■Shift lock system

The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever in starting.

The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the engine switch is in ON and the brake pedal is being depressed.

■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.

If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.

Releasing the shift lock:

1. Set the parking brake.

2. Turn the engine switch off.

3. Depress the brake pedal.

4. Ply the cover up with a flathead screwdriver or equivalent tool.

To prevent damaging the cover, wrap the tip of the flathead screwdriver with a tape.

5. Press and hold the shift lock override button and then push the shift release button on the shift knob.

The shift lever can be shifted while the button is pressed.

WARNING

■To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock

Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking brake and depress the brake pedal.

If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal when the shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted out of P, the vehicle may suddenly start, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

Changing gears in the M position

To enter 10-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode, shift the shift lever to M position.

Gear steps can then be selected by operating the shift lever, allowing you to drive in the gear step of your choosing.

1. Upshifting
2. Downshifting

The gear changes once every time the shift lever is operated.

The selected gear step, from M1 to M10, will be displayed on the multi-information display.

However, even when in the M position, the gear steps will be automatically changed if the engine speed is too high, or too low.

■Gear step functions

• You can choose from 10 levels of engine braking force.
• A lower gear step will provide greater engine braking force than a higher gear step, and the engine speed will also increase.

■When the vehicle comes to a stop with the shift lever in the M position

• The transmission will automatically downshift to M1 once the vehicle is stopped.
• After a stop, the vehicle will start off in M1.
• When the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is set at M1.

■Downshifting restriction 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.)

■If the 10-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to M

This may indicate a malfunction in the continuously variable 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).

Turn signal lever

Operating instructions

1. Right turn
2. Lane change to the right (move the lever partway and release it)

The right hand signals will flash 3 times.

3. Lane change to the left (move the lever partway and release it)

The left hand signals will flash 3 times.

4. Left turn

■Turn signals can be operated when

The engine switch is in ON.

■If the indicator flashes faster than usual

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

Parking brake

The parking brake can be set or released automatically or manually.

In automatic mode, the parking brake can be set or released automatically according to shift lever operation. Also, even in automatic mode, the parking brake can be set or released manually.

Operating instructions

■ Using the manual mode

The parking brake can be set and released manually.

1. Parking brake switch indicator
2. Parking brake indicator light (U.S.A.)
3. Parking brake indicator light (Canada)

1. Pull the switch to set the parking brake.

The parking brake indicator light and the parking brake switch indicator will turn on.

Pull and hold the parking brake switch if an emergency occurs and it is necessary to operate the parking brake while driving.

2. Press the switch to release the parking brake.

• Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.
• Using the parking brake automatic release function, the parking brake can be released by depressing the accelerator pedal.

  When using this function, slowly depress the accelerator pedal.

Make sure that the parking brake indicator light and the parking brake switch indicator turn off.

3. If the parking brake indicator light and the parking brake switch indicator flash, operate the switch again.

■ Turning the automatic mode on

While the vehicle is stopped, pull and hold the parking brake switch until a buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display.

When the automatic mode is turned on, the parking brake operates as follows.

• When the shift lever is shifted from P, the parking brake will be released, and the parking brake indicator light and the parking brake switch indicator will turn off.
• When the shift lever is shifted to P, the parking brake will be set, and the parking brake indicator light and the parking brake switch indicator will turn on.

Operate the shift lever with the vehicle stopped and the brake pedal depressed.

The auto function may not operate if the shift lever is moved extremely quickly or the brake pedal is not firmly depressed. In this situation, apply the parking brake manually.

■ Turning the automatic mode off

While the vehicle is stopped and depressing the brake pedal, press and hold the parking brake switch until a buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display.

■Parking brake operation

• When the engine switch is not in ON, the parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake switch.
• When the engine switch is not in ON, automatic mode (automatic brake setting and releasing) is not available.

■Parking brake automatic release function

When all of the following conditions are met, the parking brake can be released by depressing the accelerator pedal.

• The driver's door is closed
• The driver is wearing the seat belt
• The shift lever is in a forward driving position or reverse driving position
• The malfunction indicator lamp or brake system warning light is not illuminated.

When depressing the accelerator pedal, depress it slowly.

If the parking brake is not released when the accelerator pedal is depressed, release the parking brake manually.

When the shift lever is shifted from P, the parking brake will be released automatically.

■Parking brake automatic lock function

The parking brake will be set automatically under the following conditions:

• The brake pedal is not depressed
• The driver's door is open
• The driver's seat belt is not fastened
• The shift lever is in a position other than P or N
• The malfunction indicator lamp and brake system warning light are not illuminated

■If "Parking Brake Temporarily Unavailable" is displayed on the multi-information display

If the parking brake is operated repeatedly over a short period of time, the system may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain from operating the parking brake. Normal operation will return after about 1 minute.

■If "Parking Brake Unavailable" is displayed on the multi-information display

Operate the parking brake switch. If the message does not disappear after operating the switch several times, the system may be malfunctioning.

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

■Parking brake operation sound

When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

■Parking brake indicator light and Parking brake switch indicator

• Depending on the engine switch position/mode, the parking brake indicator light and the parking brake switch indicator will turn on and stay on as described below: ON: Comes on until the parking brake is released.

  Not in ON: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.

• When the engine switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking brake indicator light and the parking brake switch indicator will stay on for about 15 seconds.

  This does not indicate a malfunction.

■When the parking brake switch malfunctions

Automatic mode (automatic brake setting and releasing) will be turned on automatically.

■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged. "Parking Brake ON" is displayed on the multi-information display (with the vehicle reaching a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h] ).

WARNING

■When parking the vehicle

Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone. The parking brake may be released unintentionally by a child and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■Parking brake switch

Do not set any objects near the parking brake switch. Objects may interfere with the switch and may lead the parking brake to unexpectedly operate.

■Parking brake automatic lock function

Never use the automatic parking brake engagement function in place of normal parking brake operation. This function is designed to reduce the risk of a collision due to the driver forgetting to engage the parking brake.

Over-reliance on this function to park the vehicle safely may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■When parking the vehicle

Before you leave the vehicle, shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake and make sure that the vehicle does not move.

■When the system malfunctions

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.

■When the vehicle battery is discharged

The parking brake system cannot be activated.

■When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately if this occurs.

Brake Hold

The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in D, M or N with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the vehicle. The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or M to allow smooth start off.

Enabling the system

Turns the brake hold system on The brake hold standby indicator (green) A comes on. While the system is holding the brake, the brake hold operated indicator (yellow) B comes on.

■Brake hold system operating conditions

The brake hold system cannot be turned on in the following conditions:

• The driver's door is not closed.
• The driver is not wearing the seat belt.
• The parking brake is engaged.

If any of the conditions above are detected when the brake hold system is enabled, the system will turn off and the brake hold standby indicator light will go off. In addition, if any of the conditions are detected while the system is holding the brake, a warning buzzer will sound and a message will be shown on the multi-information display. The parking brake will then be set automatically.

■Brake hold function

• If the brake pedal is left released for a period of about 3 minutes after the system has started holding the brake, the parking brake will be set automatically. In this case, a warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display.
• To turn the system off while the system is holding the brake, firmly depress the brake pedal and press the button again.
• The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a steep incline. In this situation, it may be necessary for the driver to apply the brakes. A warning buzzer will sound and the multi-information display will inform the driver of this situation. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.
• When do not wish for the parking brake to operate automatically, press and hold the brake hold switch until the standby indicator (green) turns off, and then turn the engine switch off.

■When the parking brake is set automatically while the system is holding the brakes

Perform any of the following operations to release the parking brake.

• Depress the accelerator pedal.

  (The parking brake will not be released automatically if the seat belt is not fastened.)

• Operate the parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

Make sure that the parking brake indicator light goes off.

■When an inspection at your Toyota dealer is necessary

When the brake hold standby indicator (green) does not illuminate even when the brake hold switch is pressed with the brake hold system operating conditions met, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.

■If "Brake Hold Malfunction Press Brake to Deactivate Visit Your Dealer" or "Brake Hold Malfunction Visit Your Dealer" is displayed on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning.

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

■Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform the driver of the need for caution. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

WARNING

■When the vehicle is on a steep incline

Take care when using the brake hold system on a steep incline, exercise caution. The brake hold function may not hold brakes in such situations. Also, the system may not activate depending on the angle of the slope.

■When stopped on a slippery road

The system cannot stop the vehicle when the gripping ability of the tires has been exceeded. Do not use the system when stopped on a slippery road.

NOTICE

■When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system is not designed for use when parking the vehicle for a long period of time. Turning the engine switch off while the system is holding the brake may release the brake, which would cause the vehicle to move. When operating the engine switch, depress the brake pedal, shift the shift lever to P and set the parking brake.