2009 Toyota Corolla Owners Manual - Page 373

2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE n When driving the vehicle Manual transmission l Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting, do not release the clutch abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch, transaxle and gears. l Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. Doing so may cause clutch trouble. l Do not use any gears other than the first gear when starting off and moving forward. Doing so may damage the clutch. l Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill grade. Doing so may damage the clutch. l Do not shift into reverse when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so may damage the clutch, transaxle and gears. Automatic transmission Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals together to hold the vehicle on a hill. n When parking the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission) Always put the shift lever in P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed. n Avoiding damage to vehicle parts l Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a long time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor. l When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. 120