Shift Position Indication; Transaxle Ranges - Toyota YARIS iA 2017 Manual

Shift Position Indication

The selector position is indicated
when the ignition is switched ON.
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Gear position indication
In manual shift mode, the "M" of the shift position indication illumi-
nates and the numeral for the selected gear is displayed.
Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on P. 157.

Transaxle Ranges

• The shift position indicator light in the combination meter illumi-
nates. Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on P. 156.
• The selector lever must be in P or N to operate the starter.
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P (Park)
P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating.
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R (Reverse)
In position R, the vehicle moves only backward. You must be at a
complete stop before shifting to or from R, except under rare cir-
cumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle (→P. 130).
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N (Neutral)
In N, the wheels and transaxle are not locked. The vehicle will roll
freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or
brakes are on.
Apply the parking brake or depress the brake pedal before moving the
selector lever from N to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position. From a stop, the transaxle will
automatically shift through a 6-gearsequence.
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