coolant temperature TOYOTA AVENSIS 2015 Owners Manual

1062. Instrument cluster
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Odometer and trip meter display
Displays the following items.
●Odometer
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
●Trip meter
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was
last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display differ-
ent distances independently.
●Maintenance required information (1WW and 2WW engines)
Displays the remaining distance until the engine oil should be changed.
If “-” is displayed before distance, it means oil maintenance is overdue.
Have the engine oil changed by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
• Displays the maintenance required information when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry &
start system) or in IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry &
start system).
• Maintenance required information reset method ( →P. 449)
● Stop & Start system operation time (1WW and 2WW engines
with monochrome display)
Displays the amount of time the engine was stopped due to operation of
the Stop & Start system during the current trip.
●Stop & Start system total operation time (1WW and 2WW
engines with monochrome display)
Displays the total amount of time that the engine has been stopped due
to operation of the Stop & Start system since the system was last reset.
●Stop & Start system operation time (1WW and 2WW engines
with color display)
Displays the elapsed time after the engine is stopped until it is re-started
by the Stop & Start system.
●Instrument panel light control display (vehicles with monochrome
display)
Displays the meter light control display.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
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1072. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Switches the items of the odome-
ter and trip meter display by
pressing the “TRIP” switch.
• When the trip meter is displayed,pressing and holding the “TRIP”
switch will reset the trip meter.
• When the instrument panel light control display is displayed,
pressing and holding the “TRIP”
switch will adjust the brightness of
the meter light with the tail lights
on.
■The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start
system) or in IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).
■ Outside temperature display
●In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/
exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
● When “--” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
● The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40 °C (-40 °F) to 50 °C
(122 °F).
When the outside temperature drops below 3 °C (37 °F), the temperature dis-
play flashes.
Changing the display
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (“H”). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( →P. 590)
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2074-1. Before driving
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Driving
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Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly applying
the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while braking.
■Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer, and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.
■Transmission information
XMultidrive
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine braking,
do not use the transmission in D. Select an appropriate gear in M
mode.
XManual transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine braking,
do not use the transmission in 6.
■If the engine overheats
Towing a loaded trailer up a long steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30 °C (85 °F) may result in the engine overheating. If the
engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the engine is over-
heating, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the road and
stop the vehicle in a safe place. ( →P. 590)
■When parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under the wheels of both the vehicle
and trailer. Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
for Multidrive, and 1 or R for manual transmission.
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2884-6. Using the driving support systems
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■Operating conditions
●The Stop & Start system is operational when all of the following conditions
are met:
• The clutch pedal is not being depressed.
• The shift lever is in N.
• The engine is adequately warmed up.
• The outside temperature is -5 °C (23 °F) or higher.
• The windshield defogger is off.
• The power heater is turned off.
• The parking brake is not in operation. ( →P. 229)
• The hood is closed. ( →P. 289)
• The driver’s seat belt is fastened.
• The driver’s door is closed.
● In the following circumstances the engine may not be stopped by the Stop &
Start system. This is not a malfunction of the Stop & Start system.
• The air conditioning system is being used when the ambient temperature
is high or low.
• The battery is not sufficiently charged, or is undergoing a periodic recharge.
• The brake booster vacuum is low.
• The vehicle is stopped on an incline.
• The steering wheel is being operated
• Due to traffic or other circumstances the vehicle is stopped repeatedly, resulting in the amount of time the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start
system to become excessively high.
• At high altitude.
• The engine coolant temperature is extremely high or low.
• The battery fluid temperature is excessively high or low.
• The battery was recently replaced or the battery terminals were recently
disconnected.
When the above conditions improve, the Stop & Start system will stop and
restart the engine from the next time the vehicle is stopped.
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3956-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Power heater∗
On/off
The power heater turns on about
30 seconds after you press the
switch and it takes about another
55 seconds to warm up.
■Power heater can be operated when
●The engine is running.
● The outside temperature is low.
● The engine coolant temperature is low.
■ Normal characteristics of power heater operation
The following cases do not indicate a malfunction.
●When the power heater is turned on or off, some white smoke and a slight
odor may be emitted from the power heater exhaust that is located under
the floor.
● When the power heater is being used under extremely cold conditions,
vapor may be visible from its exhaust.
● When the power heater is turned off, you may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for about 2 minutes until the power heater turns off completely.
■ After the heater is off
We recommend not restarting the heater for 10 minutes after you turn it off.
Otherwise, a noise may be heard as the heater ignites.
■ When refueling your vehicle
The engine must be turned off. Turning the engine off turns the power heater
off.
∗: If equipped
This feature is used to keep the cab warm in cold conditions.
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4347-2. Maintenance
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■Where to go for maintenance service?
In order to maintain your vehicle in the highest possible condition, Toyota rec-
ommends that maintenance service operations as well as other inspections
and repairs be carried out by authorized Toyota dealers or repairers or other
duly qualified and equipped professionals. For repairs and services covered
by your warranty, please visit an authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, who will
use genuine Toyota parts in repairing any difficulties you may encounter.
There can also be advantages in utilizing authorized Toyota dealers or repair-
ers for non-warranty repairs and services, as members of the Toyota network
will be able to expertly assist you with any difficulties you may encounter.
Your Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional service department will perform all of the scheduled maintenance on
your vehicle-reliably and economically due to their experience with Toyota
vehicles.
■ Does your vehicle need repair?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs
that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are:
●Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
● Appreciable loss of power
● Strange engine noises
● A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air condi-
tioning after use is normal.)
● Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide
leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked
immediately.)
● Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear
● Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on a level road
● Strange noises related to suspension movement
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal, pedal almost
touches the floor, vehicle pulls to one side when braking
● Engine coolant temperature c ontinually higher than normal
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as
soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.
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5188-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the temperature is
higher than normal
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
● Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional, as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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5908-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW ” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW ” line
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.● The engine coolant temperature gauge ( →P. 104) enters the red
zone or a loss of power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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5918-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by checking the fan
sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning
system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
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.
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WARNING
■ To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
●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, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
● 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.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
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638Alphabetical index
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Emergency tire puncture repair kit ................................. 560
Engine “ACC” position....................... 210
Accessory mode ................... 215
Before stopping the engine (diesel engine) .................... 189
Compartment ........................ 443
Engine switch ................ 209, 212
Hood ..................................... 440
How to start the engine......................... 209, 212
Identification number............. 598
Idling time.............................. 189
If the engine will not start ...... 575
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 509
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 209, 212
Overheating .......................... 590
Engine compartment cover ....................................... 445
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 608
Checking ............................... 451
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 303
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................... 106
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 602
Checking ............................... 446
Oil pressure warning message ............................. 527
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 303 Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 449
Engine switch .................. 209, 212 Auto power off function ......... 216
Changing the engine switch mode .................................. 215
Changing the engine switch position .................... 210
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 509
Starting the engine........ 209, 212
Engine switch light
(ignition switch)..................... 399
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) Function ................................ 297
Warning light ......................... 521
Warning message ................. 531
First-aid kit storage belt .......... 408
Flat tire.............................. 544, 560
Floor mat .................................... 30
Fluid Brake .................................... 612
Clutch.................................... 612
Multidrive .............................. 610
Steering ................................ 612
Transmission ........................ 610
Washer ................................. 456
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs..... 494, 504
Switch ................................... 240
Wattage ................................ 615
Follow me home system ......... 236
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 494
Switch ................................... 240
Wattage ................................ 615
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