open hood TOYOTA AURIS 2015 Owners Manual (in English)

15Pictorial index
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 238
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 238
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 590
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 426
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 599
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 285
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system
*1 . . . . . . . . . P. 426
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 527
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 405
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 405
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 591
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 577
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Front position lights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Front fog lights
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 217
Stop/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Hill-start assist control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 281
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Rear fog light
*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Back-up light
*3
Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 209, 214
Rear fog light
*3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Back-up light
*4
Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 209, 214
Roof rails
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 184
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 463, Watts: P. 601)
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with a multi-information display
*3: Left-hand drive vehicles
*4: Right-hand drive vehicles
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501-1. For safe use
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
It is recommended that children sit in the rear seats to avoid acci-
dental contact with the shift lever, wiper switch etc.
Use the rear door child-protector lock or the window lock switch to
avoid children opening the door while driving or operating the
power window accidentally.
Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or
pinch body parts, such as the power window, hood, back door,
seats etc.
Safety infor mation for children
Observe the following precautions when children are in the vehi-
cle.
Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the
child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat
belt.
CAUTION
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

791-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set:
A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using
the entry function (if equipped) or wireless remote control. (The
doors will lock again automatically.)
The hood is opened.
Close the doors and hood, and
lock all the doors using the entry
function (if equipped) or wireless
remote control. The system will be
set automatically after 30 sec-
onds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the sys-
tem is set.
Alarm
: If equipped
The alarm
Setting the alarm system

811-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
Alarm-operated door lock
When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and
make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the
battery. The doors are unlocked using the key.
A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or the hood.
The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked. (P. 575)
NOTICE
To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

2744-5. Using the driving support systems
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)Hood
If the hood is opened while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system,
the engine cannot be restarted by the Stop & Start system or by the automatic
engine start function. Restart the engine with the engine switch operation.
(P. 195, 199)
When to use the Stop & Start system
Use the Stop & Start system when stopping the vehicle temporarily at red
lights, intersections, etc. When stopping the vehicle for a longer period of
time, turn off the engine completely.
Stop & Start system warning buzzer
If the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system and the following action is
performed, a buzzer will sound and the Stop & Start indicator will flash. This
indicates that the engine is only stopped by the Stop & Start system, not that
the engine has been turned off completely.
The shift lever is shifted to a position other than N with the clutch pedal
released.
If the Stop & Start cancel indicator continues to flash
The Stop & Start system may be malfunctioning. Contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the windshield is fogged up while the engine is stopped by the Stop &
Start system
Turn the windshield defogger on. (The engine will start due to the automatic
engine start function.) (P. 295, 304)
If the windshield fogs up frequently, press the Stop & Start cancel switch to
deactivate the system.
The Stop & Start system operation time and Stop & Start system total
operation time display
P. 92, 97
Replacing battery
The installed battery is specific to the Stop & Start system. It should only be
replaced with a battery of identical type and rating.
Ask any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for further details.

4056-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
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Maintenance and care
Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the auxiliary catch lever
and lift the hood.
Hold the hood open by inserting
the support rod into the slot.
Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
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4066-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
CAUTION
Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely preventing it from falling
down onto your head or body.
NOTICE
When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing
the hood with the support rod not clipped could cause the hood to bend.

5707-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the steps
below.
Open the hood. (P. 405)
Vehicles with 1ZR-FAE, 1ND-TV or 1AD-FTV engine, remove the
engine cover.
1ZR-FAE engine
Raise the rear of the engine cover
to remove the two rear clips, and
then raise the front of the engine
cover to remove the two front
clips.
1ND-TV engine
Raise the front of the engine cover
to detach it from the clips and then
pull the cover to detach it from the
brackets on the rear bar as shown
in the illustration.
If the vehicle batter y is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the
vehicle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional or a qualified
repair shop.
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5797-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fan and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be
caught, resulting in serious injury.
Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cooled down sufficiently. Adding
cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.
To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
Do not use any coolant additive.
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624Alphabetical index
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
Heater system .......................... 290
Heaters
Heater system ....................... 290
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 314
Seat heaters.......................... 384
Hill-start assist control ............ 281
Hood.......................................... 405
Open ..................................... 405
Hooks
Cargo hooks.......................... 365
Coat hooks ............................ 387
Grocery bag hooks................ 365
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..... 30
Horn .......................................... 219
Identification ............................ 586
Engine ................................... 587
Vehicle .................................. 586
Ignition switch
(engine switch) .............. 195, 199
Illuminated entry system......... 358
Immobilizer system ................... 71
Indicators.................................... 88
Initialization
Engine oil maintenance
data..................................... 416
Power windows ..................... 168
Tire pressure
warning system................... 427
Inside rear view mirror ............ 161
Intercooler ................................ 419
Interior lights ............................ 355
ISOFIX rigid anchors ................. 60Jack
Positioning the jack ............... 407
Vehicle-equipped jack........... 528
Jack handle .............................. 528
Jam protection function
Panoramic roof shade........... 390
Power window....................... 167
Keyless entry ........................... 117
Smart entry & start system ... 117
Wireless remote control ........ 137
Keys .......................................... 114
Battery-saving function ......... 122
Electronic key ....................... 114
Engine switch................ 195, 199
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 567
If you lose your keys ............. 115
Key number plate.................. 114
Keyless entry ................ 117, 137
Mechanical key ..................... 115
Replacing the battery ............ 443
Warning buzzer..................... 120
Wireless remote control
key ...................................... 137
Knee airbags .............................. 38
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