Mystery socket on A/T console - Toyota Yaris Forums

rockchops · 03-25-2007, 10:49 PM

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 · 03-25-2007, 10:54 PM

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

Black Yaris · 03-25-2007, 10:57 PM

That it is

rockchops · 03-25-2007, 11:09 PM

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

ToyotaTEch21 · 04-05-2007, 10:08 PM

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 · 04-05-2007, 10:10 PM

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 · 04-05-2007, 10:23 PM

Taco bell is gone

Now we have Taco Xtra

Yaris Revenge · 04-06-2007, 11:30 AM

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 · 04-06-2007, 11:29 PM

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 · 04-07-2007, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ToyotaTEch21

Taco bell is gone

Now we have Taco Xtra

What in the f#&^ is Taco Xtra?

ToyotaTEch21 · 04-07-2007, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChinoCharles

What in the f#&^ is Taco Xtra?

Exactly

AustinYaris · 04-07-2007, 06:46 PM

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

*Chris07LB* · 04-07-2007, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by AustinYaris

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

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

brickhardmeat · 04-07-2007, 08:56 PM

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

vodkalush · 04-08-2007, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ToyotaTEch21

Taco bell is gone

Now we have Taco Xtra

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* · 04-08-2007, 08:37 AM

Surf Taco?

sambo42xa · 04-09-2007, 09:13 AM

GREAT answer Chris07LB

! Funny, when I give an answer like that or mention the "search", I'm called rude

?
Oh, by the way....."what kind of oil should I put in my YARIS"?

sambo42xa
Southern, NH

*Chris07LB* · 04-09-2007, 10:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sambo42xa

GREAT answer Chris07LB

! Funny, when I give an answer like that or mention the "search", I'm called rude

?
Oh, by the way....."what kind of oil should I put in my YARIS"?

sambo42xa
Southern, NH

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

I on the other hand....

03-25-2007, 10:49 PM	#1
rockchops View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Troy, NY Posts: 6	Mystery socket on A/T console 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? Attached Images

04-05-2007, 10:10 PM	#6
vodkalush I drive a yarrrris View User's Garage Drives: 07 Sedan Polar White Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 1,009	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!!" __________________ Docotrs say all the drikning has mesesd up my seplilng and radieng Get your YarisWorld.com stickers here!!! The Official Toyota Thailand Accessories Order Thread will work for parts

04-06-2007, 11:30 AM	#8
Yaris Revenge GIGA...DRILL...BREAKER!!! Drives: Lagann. ;P Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: My own little world. Posts: 717	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 __________________ Be polite. Be professional. But have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

04-06-2007, 11:29 PM	#9
gonzo452001 Drives: 3-door liftback blazing blue Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: French Lick,IN Posts: 185	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 __________________ 07 yaris LB 5-speed blazing Blue 07 yaris LB Auto Bayou Blue rostra cruise control oem style foglights 96tacoma 4x4 xcab I4auto Weathertech vent visors Scan GaugeII

04-07-2007, 06:46 PM	#12
AustinYaris View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris LB Manual Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 39	Actually, I think all cars that have an Auto/Trans have those. __________________

03-25-2007, 10:54 PM	#2
TrancosRt View User's Garage Drives: 07 Silver HB Yaris Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 289	As far as I recall, that socket is to insert the car keys and change gears when the car wont start.

03-25-2007, 10:57 PM	#3
Black Yaris der Zeck View User's Garage Drives: '05 Audi A4 1.8t quattro Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Toledo, OH Posts: 5,231	That it is

03-25-2007, 11:09 PM	#4
rockchops View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Troy, NY Posts: 6	Very interesting! I've never heard of such a feature. Neat! Thanks for answering!

04-05-2007, 10:08 PM	#5
ToyotaTEch21 Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bainbridge,NY Posts: 39	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.

04-05-2007, 10:23 PM	#7
ToyotaTEch21 Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bainbridge,NY Posts: 39	Taco bell is gone Now we have Taco Xtra

04-07-2007, 08:56 PM	#14
brickhardmeat Lonesome Cowboy View User's Garage Drives: 2007 WHITE HATCHBACK Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Inner City, Dallas Posts: 2,995	We have Taco Cabana, kicks Taco Bell's ass. Taco Bueno is alright for an occasional fix. __________________ SPONSORED BY

04-08-2007, 08:37 AM	#16
Chris07LB Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Liftback Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,174	Surf Taco?

04-09-2007, 09:13 AM	#17
sambo42xa Drives: 07 YARIS Automatic/LiftBac/Red Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Southern NH- USA Posts: 144	GREAT answer Chris07LB ! Funny, when I give an answer like that or mention the "search", I'm called rude ? Oh, by the way....."what kind of oil should I put in my YARIS"? sambo42xa Southern, NH __________________

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