Mystery socket on A/T console

[rockchops]

I was wondering if anybody knew what purpose the socket-like thing on the center console next to the shifter on the Automatic 4-spd Yaris. I circled it in the attached picture. My attention was brought to it in a test drive that I took in a Yaris that was fresh off of the truck. It was missing the filler piece for that socket-thing and there was a piece of white plastic inside, which kind of looked like a button. Is there an option or package that makes use of that thing?

[TrancosRt]

As far as I recall, that socket is to insert the car keys and change gears when the car wont start.

[Black Yaris]

That it is

[rockchops]

Very interesting! I've never heard of such a feature. Neat! Thanks for answering!

[ToyotaTEch21]

This looked like a good spot for my first post reply.

To be exact its called the shift lock, and you dont actually need your keys to use it. its there so you can take the car out of park without the keys.

[vodkalush]

bainbridge!!!!


i love that place, I used to stop at the taco-bell off the expressway on my way too and fro school....... remember Afton spelled backwards is "Not Fa!!"

[ToyotaTEch21]

Taco bell is gone :cry: Now we have Taco Xtra :mad:

[Yaris Revenge]

My Pontiac Vibe has one of these, but the manual states that it's only supposed to be used if you CAN'T get the auto tranny to shift out of its current lever position. It recommends taking it to the dealer immediately if you have to use the button. Just FYI. I'm assuming the Yaris would have a similar setup, since a Vibe is only a re-skinned Matrix... all the same company.

~YR

[gonzo452001]

tacoma's are like that also you have to put your foot on the brake to be able to get out of park that thing on the shifter is a over ride switch in case something goes wrong

[ChinoCharles]

Taco bell is gone :cry: Now we have Taco Xtra :mad:

What in the f#&^ is Taco Xtra?

[ToyotaTEch21]

What in the f#&^ is Taco Xtra?

Exactly

[AustinYaris]

Actually, I think all cars that have an Auto/Trans have those.

[Chris07LB]

Actually, I think all cars that have an Auto/Trans have those.

True. The owners manual is a wonderful little book as well. :smile:

[brickhardmeat]

We have Taco Cabana, kicks Taco Bell's ass. Taco Bueno is alright for an occasional fix.

[vodkalush]

Taco bell is gone :cry: Now we have Taco Xtra :mad:

damn, boy and I'm glad i dont have to drive through there anymore... and when if do, i'll just go the long way and stop by o-town for some taco's

[Chris07LB]

Surf Taco?

[sambo42xa]

GREAT answer Chris07LB :thumbsup: ! Funny, when I give an answer like that or mention the "search", I'm called rude :iono: ?
Oh, by the way....."what kind of oil should I put in my YARIS"? :rolleyes: :bellyroll:

sambo42xa
Southern, NH

[Chris07LB]

GREAT answer Chris07LB :thumbsup: ! Funny, when I give an answer like that or mention the "search", I'm called rude :iono: ?
Oh, by the way....."what kind of oil should I put in my YARIS"? :rolleyes: :bellyroll:

sambo42xa
Southern, NH

Your problem is you give a shit about what people on an internet message board will think. :rolleyes:

I on the other hand....

[sambo42xa]

Your right!
Now I need a drink :drinking:

sambo42xa
Southern, NH

[ChinoCharles]

How did this turn into the taco restaurant thread?

[the_boss]

I want tacos but there's no taco bell or taco shack or whatever around here:brokenheart: and I luv tacos:bonk: