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TOYOTA 2012 Yaris Hatchback User Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures

Downshift restriction

The maximum allowable speeds are as follows.

AI-SHIFT

AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor-
mance and driving conditions.
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.

When driving downhill, there may be cases where the vehicle shifts down
automatically to obtain engine braking. As a result of the downshifting, the
engine speed may increase.

When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)

Engine braking will not occur when downshifting from D. (

→P. 158)

If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

→P. 328

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.

Downshifting

Maximum speed mph (km/h)

3

→2

53 (85)

2

→L

25 (40)