Toyota 2015 Corolla Owner's Manual page 151

Shift position uses
Shift position
P
R
N
D
3
2
L
*
: 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 recommended
for normal driving.
Downshifting restrictions
■
The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded.
When driving with cruise control activated (if equipped)
■
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate while downshifting to 3 because
cruise control will not be canceled. ( P. 197)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
■
P. 527
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.
CAUTION
When driving on slippery road surfaces
■
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in
the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Parking the vehicle or starting the engine
Position for more powerful engine braking
Position for maximum engine braking
Downshifting
3 2
2 L
4-2. Driving procedures
Function
Reversing
Neutral
*
Normal driving
Position for engine braking
Maximum speed
59 (94)
27 (43)
173
4
mph (km/h)