brake light TOYOTA AVENSIS 2014 (in English) Owner's Guide

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (red indicator)
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, immedi-
ately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic Multidrive or automatic transmission control
system. (if equipped)
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronically controlled brake system; or
• The electric parking brake

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When trouble arises
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Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Low fuel level warning
light
Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 9.0 L (2.8
gal., 2.0 Imp.gal.) or lessRefuel the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Warns the driver and/or
front passenger to fasten
their seat belts.Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s
seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also
needs to be fastened to
make the warning light
(warning buzzer) off.
Parking brake indicator
light (warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to release
parking brake.Release the parking brake.

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*1:Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminders:
The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts reminder sounds to alert the
driver and front passenger that his/her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer
sounds for 30 seconds after the vehicle has reached a speed of at least 20
km/h (12 mph). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound
in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
*2:Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 5 km/
h (3 mph) or more.Master warning light
The warning light comes
on or flashes (Sometimes
a buzzer may sound.) to
indicate that the master
warning system has
detected a malfunction.Take appropriate action in
accordance with the mes-
sage displayed on the multi-
information display.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warn-
ings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly
cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional immediately.
Warning messageDetails
(If equipped)Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift
lever to P and wait until the light goes off. If the
light goes off, you may start the vehicle again.
(If equipped)Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock
system
Indicates a malfunction in the emergency brake
signal

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(Flashes)
(If equipped)Indicates that there is
a possibility of a fron-
tal collisionSlow the vehicle by
applying the brakes.
(Flashes)
(If equipped)Indicates that there is
a high possibility of a
frontal collision, or
that the pre-crash
braking function is
operatingSlow the vehicle by
applying the brakes.
(Flashes)Indicates that the
headlight have been
left onTurn off the headlights.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
AFS Adaptive Front-lighting System
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display
ECU Electronic Control Unit
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPB Electric Parking Brake
EPS Electric Power Steering
GVM Gross Vehicle Mass
LED Light Emitting Diode
LKA Lane Keeping Assist
MPAC Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity
PCS Pre-Crash Safety
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TRC Traction Control
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C
Air conditioning filter.............. 553
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 352
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 362
ABS ........................................... 319
Active head restraint ................. 91
Air conditioning filter .............. 553
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter.............. 553
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 352
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 362
Airbags
Airbag manual on-off
system ................................ 180
Airbag operating
conditions ........................... 150
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 155
Airbag warning light .............. 610
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ........... 151
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 155
General airbag precautions... 155
Locations of airbags .............. 148
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 159
Proper driving posture... 146, 155
Side airbag operating
conditions ........................... 151
Side airbag precautions ........ 155
SRS airbags .......................... 148Alarm ........................................ 138
Antenna ............................ 389, 511
Anti-lock brake system .......... 319
Armrest ..................................... 488
Ashtrays ................................... 483
Assist grips .............................. 495
Audio system
*
Antenna ................................ 389
Audio input ............ 408, 418, 430
AUX port ............................... 430
CD player .............................. 390
iPod....................................... 408
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 398
Optimal use........................... 428
Radio .................................... 383
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 431
Type ...................................... 375
USB memory ........................ 418
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 352
Automatic light control
system .................................... 252
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission......... 215
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 696
“M” mode .............................. 218
AUX port ................................... 430
Auxiliary box ............................ 501
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 576
Wattage ................................ 748
Back door
Back door................................ 84
Back door handle .................... 85
Wireless remote control key ... 62
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*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to
““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.

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Battery
Checking ............................... 538
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 709
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 336
Bluetooth
® audio*................... 434
Bluetooth® phone*.................. 434
Bottle holder............................. 478
Brake
Parking brake ........................ 227
Brake assist.............................. 319
Break-in tips ............................. 188
Brightness control
Instrument light control.......... 234
Care
Exterior.................................. 508
Interior ................................... 513
Seat belts .............................. 514
Cargo capacity ......................... 334
Cargo hooks ..................... 498, 500
CD player
*................................ 390
Chains ....................................... 336
Child restraint system
Baby seats, definition ............ 160
Baby seats, installation ......... 169
Child seats, definition ............ 160
Child seats, installation ......... 169
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchor ......................... 174
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 171
Installing CRS with top
straps .................................. 175
Junior seats, definition .......... 160
Junior seats, installation........ 169Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 155
Battery precautions ....... 540, 713
Child-protectors ...................... 75
Child restraint system ........... 160
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 103
Installing child restraints ....... 169
Panoramic roof shade
precautions ......................... 491
Power window lock switch .... 117
Power window precautions ... 120
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 559
Seat belt precautions ............ 104
Seat heater
precautions ......................... 487
Child-protectors......................... 75
Cigarette lighter ....................... 484
Cleaning
Exterior ................................. 508
Interior................................... 513
Seat belts .............................. 514
Clock ................................. 232, 246
Coin box ................................... 480
Condenser ................................ 538
Console box ............................. 475
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 714
Cruise control .......................... 267
Cup holder................................ 477
Curtain shield airbags ............. 148
Customizable features ............ 753
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Daytime running light
system .................................... 256
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 373
Dimension ................................ 724
Display
Trip information ..................... 241
Warning message ................. 616
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 519
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 470
Wattage................................. 748
Door lock
Back door ................................ 84
Side door................................. 72
Wireless remote control key.... 62
Doors
Back door ................................ 84
Door glasses ......................... 117
Door lock ..................... 39, 62, 72
Double locking system .......... 136
Side doors ............................... 72
Side mirrors........................... 114
Double locking system............ 136
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 188
Correct posture ..................... 146
Procedures............................ 184
Winter driving tips ................. 336
Driving position memory .......... 95
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 273
Electric power steering ........... 319
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery
is discharged ...................... 706Emergency brake signal ......... 319
Emergency flasher .................. 596
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 668
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 706
If the engine will not start ...... 693
If the parking brake cannot
be released......................... 697
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 696
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 709
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 609
If the warning light turns on... 609
If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 616
If you cannot operate back
door opener ........................ 705
If you cannot operate trunk
opener ................................ 704
If you have a flat
tire ..................... 640, 654, 668
If you lose your keys ............. 703
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 607
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 718
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 719
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ................. 721
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 597
If your vehicle overheats ....... 714D
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*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to
““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.