Toyota Yaris: Automatic transmission

Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.

■ Shifting the shift lever

While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, move the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed. When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped.

■ Shift position purpose

Shifting to the D position selects the most suitable gear for the particular driving condition. Setting the shift lever in the D position is recommended for normal driving.

■Downshift restriction

The maximum allowable speeds are as follows.

■AI-SHIFT

AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver performance 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.