cruise control TOYOTA AVENSIS 2015 User Guide

2824-6. Using the driving support systems
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Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
●The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes.
● Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased
by first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the
lever down to set the new speed.
■ Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following
situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 16 km/h (10 mph) below
the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
● VSC+ is activated.
● Speed limiter is activated (if equipped).
■ If the warning message for the crui se control is shown on the multi-
information display
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press
the button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels imme-
diately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control
system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
WARNING
■ To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing
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Driving
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Speed limiter∗
Press the switch to activate the
speed limiter.
Press the switch once more to
deactivate the speed limiter.
Accelerate or decelerate to the
desired speed and push the lever
down to set the desired maximum
speed.
∗: If equipped
A desired maximum speed can be set using the cruise control
switch.
The speed limiter prevents vehicle speed from exceeding the set
speed.
Setting the vehicle speed
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Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set speed
can be made by lightly pushing the
lever up or down and releasing it.
Cancel
Pull the lever towards you to can-
cel the speed limiter.
Resume
To resume use of the speed limiter,
push the lever up.
■Speed limiter can be set when
The vehicle speed is more than approximately 30 km/h (18 mph).
■ Exceeding the set speed
In the following situations, the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed, and
Multi-information display will be highlighted:
■ Automatic speed limiter cancellation
The set speed is automatically canceled when the cruise control is activated.
■ If the speed limiter indicator turns off
It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Adjusting the speed setting
1
2
Canceling and resuming the speed limiter
1
2
●When fully depressing the accelerator
pedal
● When driving down a hill (a buzzer also
sounds)
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5298-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash
Safety system)A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dan-
gerous.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control sys-
tem
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the speed limiter sys-
tem
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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WARNING
■ When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for use
with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
● Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
● Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■ Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing to
observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious
injury.
■ When the compact spare tire is installed
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems
may not operate correctly:
●ABS & brake assist
● VSC
● TRC
● Navigation system (if equipped)
● Cruise control (if equipped)
● PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped)
● LDA (Lane Departure Alert) (if equipped)
● AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
● EPS (Electric Power Steering)
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636Alphabetical index
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CareAluminum wheels .................. 427
Exterior.................................. 426
Interior ................................... 430
Seat belts .............................. 431
Cargo capacity ......................... 198
Cargo hooks ..................... 408, 410
CD player
*................................ 321
Chains ....................................... 304
Child restraint system ............... 55 Fixed with a seat belt .............. 64
Fixed with an ISOFIX rigid anchor................................... 69
Fixing the top strap ................. 76
Types of child restraint system installation method................ 59
Using an anchor bracket ......... 76
Child safety ................................ 54 Airbag precautions .................. 41
Back door precautions .......... 145
Battery precautions ....... 455, 588
Child-protectors..................... 136
Child restraint system ............. 55
Child restraint system precautions ........................... 62
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 36
Panoramic roof shade precautions ......................... 422
Power window lock switch .... 182
Power window precautions ... 184
Rear door child-protectors .... 136
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 484
Seat belt precautions .............. 68
Seat heater precautions ......................... 397 Child-protectors....................... 136
Cleaning ........................... 426, 430
Aluminum wheels.................. 427
Exterior ................................. 426
Interior................................... 430
Seat belts .............................. 431
Clock ......................................... 105
Clutch ....................................... 612 Warning message ................. 530
Coat hooks ............................... 423
Coin box ................................... 407
Condenser ................................ 453
Console box ............................. 404
Coolant Capacity ................................ 608
Checking ............................... 451
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 303
Cooling system ........................ 451 Engine overheating ............... 590
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 280
Warning message ................. 529
Cup holders.............................. 405
Curtain shield airbags ............... 39
Customizable features ............ 619
Daytime running light
system .................................... 237
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ........................ 384, 391
Rear window ................. 384, 391
Windshield .................... 384, 391
Dimension ................................ 596
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644Alphabetical index
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SensorAutomatic headlight system ................................ 237
Automatic High Beam system ................................ 269
Inside rear view mirror .......... 178
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 263
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 244
Service reminder indicators ................................ 98
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P” .............. 577
Manual transmission ............. 225
Multidrive............................... 219
Shift lock system ..................... 577
Side airbags ............................... 39
Side doors ................................ 132
Side mirrors.............................. 179
Adjusting and folding............. 179
Heaters ......................... 384, 391
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 502
Turn signal lever ................... 228
Wattage................................. 615
Smart entry & start system ..... 148 Antenna location ................... 148
Entry function ........ 132, 139, 143
Starting the engine ................ 212
Snow tires................................. 303
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 613
Storage location ............ 545, 546
Spark plug ................................ 609
Specifications .......................... 596
Speed limiter ............................ 283
Speedometer ............................ 105 Sport mode............................... 220
SRS airbags ............................... 39
Steering lock .................... 210, 216
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................ 174
Audio switches ...................... 311
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Meter control switches .......... 112
Telephone switches .............. 356
Stop/tail lights .......................... 504
Stop lights Emergency brake signal ....... 298
Replacing light bulbs............. 504
Wattage ................................ 615
Storage feature ........................ 402
Storage precautions ................ 402
Stuck If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 593
Sun visors ................................ 417
Switch Audio remote control switches.............................. 311
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 269
Cruise control switch............. 280
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Door lock switch.................... 135
Driving mode select switch ... 220
Driving position memory switches.............................. 170
Emergency flasher switch ..... 508
Engine switch................ 209, 212
Fog light switch ..................... 240
Intrusion sensor cancel switch ................................... 92
Ignition switch ............... 209, 212
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Warning lightsABS ....................................... 521
AFS ....................................... 522
Brake system ................ 520, 521
Electronic engine control system ................................ 520
Electric power steering.......... 521
Low fuel level ........................ 522
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 520
Master warning light .............. 523
Parking brake ........................ 522
PCS....................................... 521
Power steering system.......... 521
Seat belt reminder light ......... 522
Slip indicator ......................... 522
SRS....................................... 520
Stop & Start system .............. 522
Tire pressure ......................... 523
Warning messages .................. 527 Back door .............................. 531
Charging system ................... 528
Clutch switch ......................... 530
Cruise control system ........... 529
Engine oil maintenance......... 533
Engine oil pressure ............... 527
Headlight ............................... 535
Open door ............................. 531
Parking brake ................ 530, 532
Power steering system.......... 531
Pre-crash brake .................... 535
Pre-Crash Safety system ........................ 529, 534
Smart entry & start system.... 538
Speed limiter system............. 529
Steering lock system ............. 528
Trunk ..................................... 531 Washer
Checking ............................... 456
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 303
Switch ........................... 242, 246
Washing and waxing ............... 426
Weight....................................... 596
Wheels ...................................... 477 Replacing wheels.................. 544
Size ....................................... 613
Window glasses ...................... 182
Window lock switch ................ 182
Windows Power windows ..................... 182
Rear window defogger ..................... 384, 391
Washer ......................... 242, 246
Windshield wiper
de-icer ............................ 384, 391
Windshield wipers Intermittent windshield wipers ................................. 242
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 243
Winter driving tips ................... 303
Wireless communication
*...... 373
Wireless remote control key .......................................... 121Battery-saving function ......... 152
Locking/Unlocking................. 121
Replacing the battery ............ 482
WMA disc
*............................... 321
*: For vehicles with navigation system or multimedia system, refer to
“Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.
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