windshield wipers TOYOTA AVENSIS 2012 User Guide

272 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Rain drop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wiper will operate
once to show that “AUTO” mode is activated.
If the wiper sensitivity is adjusted to higher, the wiper may operate once to
indicate the change of sensitivity.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the engine
switch is in the “ON” position, the wiper will operate once to show that
“AUTO” mode is activated.
If the wiper sensitivity is adjusted to higher, the wiper may operate once to
indicate the change of sensitivity.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Windshield wiper features
The rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn
on when you operate the wipers.
The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.

273 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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When driving
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
CAUTION
Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your
fingers or anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
NOTICE
When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clean it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

292 2-4. Using other driving systems
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Dynamic radar cruise control can be set when
The shift lever is in “D”.
Range “4” or higher of “D” has been selected by using the paddle shift.
(vehicles with paddle shift switch)
Vehicle speed is above approximately 50 km/h (30 mph).
Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
The vehicle can accelerate normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the
vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order to maintain the
distance to the vehicle ahead.
Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in the
following situations:
Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
VSC is activated.
The sensor cannot operate correctly because it is covered in some way.
The windshield wipers are operating at high speed (when the wiper
switch is set to the “AUTO” mode or the high speed wiper operation posi-
tion).
If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled for any
other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.

517 4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Automatic car washes
Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna (wagon) before washing the
vehicle. Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install
the antenna (wagon) and extend the mirrors before driving.
Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
Vehicles with the rain-sensing windshield wipers: Turn the wipers off
before washing the vehicle.
High pressure car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
Aluminum wheels (if equipped)
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

518 4-1. Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
CAUTION
Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is
located is touched by hand
When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
If something bumps against the windshield
If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in hands
being caught or other serious injuries and
cause damage to the wiper blades.
Off

520 4-1. Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.
When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing wind-
shield wipers)
Turn off the wiper switch. If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may
operate and the wiper blades may be damaged.

581 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
13 METER 7.5 A Gauges and meters
14 SEAT HTR 15 A Seat heaters
15 HTR-IG 10 A Air conditioning system
16 WIPER 30 AWindshield wipers, rain sensing
windshield wipers
17 RR WIPER 15 A Rear window wiper
*1
18 WASHER 15 AWindshield washers, rear window
washer*1
19 ECU-IG NO.1 10 AMain body ECU, smart entry & start
system, electric cooling fan(s), shift
lock system, panoramic roof
shade
*1, auto anti-glare inside rear
view mirror, anti-lock brake system,
steering sensor, yaw rate & G sen-
sor, VSC, headlight cleaner, pre-
crash safety system, LKA, driver
support system
20 ECU-IG NO.2 10 ABack-up lights, charging system,
emergency flashers, rear window
defogger, “PASSENGER AIRBAG”
indicator, air conditioning system,
AFS, rear view monitor, Toyota
parking assist-sensor
21 OBD 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
FuseAmpereCircuit

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635 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
(If equipped)Indicates that the
radar cruise control
system is unable to
judge vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distanceIf the windshield wipers
are on, turn them off or
set them to a mode
other than “AUTO” or
high speed wiper oper-
ation.
(If equipped)Indicates that the lane
keeping assist sys-
tem is not availableLKA is not available
when the following
condition is detected.
The function can be
resumed when the fol-
lowing condition dis-
appears and the LKA
switch is turned off
and then on.
• The temperature of
the camera is too high
or too low.
• The decline of EPS
performance.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

765 Alphabetical index
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
USB memory ............................ 426
Vanity lights
Vanity lights........................... 490
Wattage................................. 744
Vanity mirrors .......................... 490
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 722
Vehicle stability control+ ........ 327
VSC+ ......................................... 327
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 621
Seat belt reminder................. 621
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .......... 618
Brake system ........................ 617
Charging system ................... 617
Electric power steering
warning light ....................... 619
Fuel level............................... 621
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 618
Master warning light .............. 622
Pre-crash safety system
warning light ....................... 619
Seat belt reminder light ......... 621
SRS airbags .......................... 618
Warning messages
Back door .............................. 631
Brake light ............................. 626
Cruise control ........................ 627
Clutch switch ......................... 629
Engine oil ...................... 625, 632
Fuel filter ............................... 629
Headlight ............................... 636
LKA ............................... 628, 635Oil maintenance ............ 633, 634
Open door ............................. 630
Parking brake................ 629, 632
PCS .............................. 627, 634
Radar cruise
control................. 627, 634, 635
Smart entry & start
system ................................ 637
Speed limiter ......................... 628
Steering lock ......................... 626
Transmission fluid
temperature ........................ 626
Trunk..................................... 631
VSC ...................................... 628
Washer
Checking ............................... 549
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 344
Switch ........................... 269, 274
Washing and waxing ............... 516
Weight....................................... 720
Wheels ...................................... 558
Window glasses ...................... 125
Window lock switch ................ 125
Windows
Power windows ..................... 125
Rear window defogger .......... 381
Washer ......................... 269, 274
Windshield wipers ................... 269
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 382
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery .... 564, 565
Wireless remote control key ... 62
WMA disc
*............................... 406
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*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to
““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.