air filter TOYOTA AURIS TOURING SPORTS 2016 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS6
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ..........448
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ...........452
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements....................455
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ......................458
Hood ..................................461
Positioning a floor jack .......463
Engine compartment..........464
Tires ...................................486
Tire inflation pressure ........500
Wheels ...............................502
Air conditioning filter ..........505
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery.......507
Checking and replacing fuses ................510
Light bulbs .........................515 8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 530
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ............. 531
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................... 533
If you think something is wrong........................... 539
Fuel pump shut off system............................. 540
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 541
If a warning message is displayed ..................... 553
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
a spare tire) ..................... 559
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
an emergency tire
puncture repair kit) .......... 572
7Maintenance and care8When trouble arises

4046-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
Open the vent
Close the vent
■Fogging up of the windows
The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effective
in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior.
■ Air conditioning filter
→ P. 505
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WARNING
■ To prevent the windshield from fogging up
■ To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the heater system on longer than necessary when the engine
is stopped.
Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers from
defogging.

4126-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)■
Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air condi tioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
■ Air conditioning filter
→ P. 505
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. air conditioni ng setting) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 631)
WARNING
■ To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning syst em on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

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7Maintenance and care
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 448
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 452
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements.................... 455
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 458
Hood .................................. 461
Positioning a floor jack .......463
Engine compartment..........464
Tires ................................... 486
Tire inflation pressure ........ 500
Wheels ............................... 502
Air conditioning filter ..........505
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery....... 507
Checking and replacing fuses ................ 510
Light bulbs ......................... 515

4607-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)NOTICE
■
If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
■ If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

4757-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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Maintenance and care
XVehicles with a 2-ring meter
Switch the display to the trip meter “A” when the engine is running.
(→ P. 109)
Turn the engine switch off.
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system:
While pressing the “TRIP” switch ( →P. 109), turn the engine switch to the
“ON” position (do not start the engine because reset mode will be can-
celed). Continue to press and hold the switch until the trip meter displays
“00000”.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system:
While pressing the “TRIP” switch ( →P. 109), turn the engine switch to the
IGNITION ON mode (do not start the engine because otherwise the reset
mode will be canceled). Continue to press and hold the switch until the trip
meter displays “00000”.
WARNING
■ Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
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4847-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
You may drain the fuel filter yourself. However, as the operation is dif-
ficult, we recommend having it drained by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. Even if you decide to drain it yourself, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
XVehicles with a 3-ring meter
Water in the fuel filter needs to be drained if the fuel filter warning light
comes on and a buzzer sounds.
XVehicles with a 2-ring meter
Water in the fuel filter needs to be drained if the “Drain water from fuel
filter.” warning message is shown on the multi-information display and
a buzzer sounds. Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine
switch to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine switch
off.
Place a small tray under the drain plug to catch the water and any
fuel that comes out.
Fuel filter (1ND-TV engine only)
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4857-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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Maintenance and care
Turn the drain plug counter-
clockwise about 2 to 2 1/2
turns.
Operate the priming pump until
fuel begins to run out.
After draining, tighten the drain plug by hand.
Water in the fuel filter needs to be drained every 20000 km (12000
miles).
Have the fuel filter drained by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.3
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Fuel filter (1WW engine only)
NOTICE
■ When there is water in the fuel filter
Do not drive continuously with water accumulated in the fuel filter. This will
cause damage to the fuel injection pump.
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5057-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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Maintenance and care
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the upper
claws. Then pull out the glove
box and disconnect the lower
claws.
Remove the filter cover.
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
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5067-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)■
Replacement method
Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter and replace it with a new
one.
The “
↑UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.
■ Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditi oning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.