4WD TOYOTA VENZA 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

228
2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
VENZA_U (OM73005U)
When the VSC/TRAC are operating
If the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping or if the front wheels (2WD
models) or four wheels (AWD
models) spin, the slip indicator
light flashes to indicate that the
VSC/TRAC have been engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
■Active Torque Control 4WD (if equipped)
Automatically switches from front-wheel drive to AWD (All-Wheel Drive)
according to driving conditions, helping to ensure reliable handling and
stability. Examples of conditions where the system will switch to AWD
are when cornering, going uphill, star ting off or accelerating, and when
the road surface is slippery due to snow or rain etc.

232
2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
VENZA_U (OM73005U)
CAUTION
■When TRAC and VSC are off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As there are systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do
not turn off TRAC and VSC unless necessary.
■ When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive
carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the
indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the speci-
fied tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on the
vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.
■ Active Torque Control 4WD system
● The AWD system of this vehicle is intended to ensure driving stability on
normal roads. It is not designed for use in demanding situations such as
rally driving.
● Take care when driving on slippery road surfaces.

487
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
VENZA_U (OM73004U)
■
Driver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1RR DOOR25 APower windows
2RL DOOR25 APower windows
3FR DOOR25 APower windows
4FR FOG15 AFog lights
5OBD7.5 AOn-board diagnosis system
6FL DOOR25 APower windows
7STOP10 AStop lights, vehicle stability con-
trol system
8AM17.5 AStarting system
9ECU-B NO.27.5 ASteering sensor, air conditioning
system, power windows
104WD7.5 AActive Torque Control 4WD

488 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
VENZA_U (OM73004U)
11SEAT HTR20 ASeat heaters
12S/ROOF25 AElectric moon roof
13TA I L10 ASide marker lights, tail lights,
license plate light
14PA N E L5 A
Emergency flashers, audio sys-
tem, clock, instrument panel light
control, glove box light, console
box light, steering switches, out-
side rear view mirror defoggers,
seat heaters, vehicle stability
control system, shift lever light
15ECU-IG NO.110 A
Multiplex communication sys-
tem, electric moon roof, power
back door, seat heaters, Active
Torque Control 4WD, audio sys-
tem, Automatic High Beam
16RR WASHER15 ARear window washer
17A/C NO.210 AAir conditioning system
18FR WASHER20 AWindshield washer
19ECU-IG NO.27.5 A
Vehicle stability control sys-
tem, automatic headlight level-
ing system, yaw rate & G
sensor, steering sensor, shift
lock system, tire pressure
warning system, automatic
transmission, electric power
steering
FuseAmpereCircuit

5
When trouble arises
517
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_U (OM73004U)
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Low fuel level warning
light Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 4.0 gal. (15.0
L, 3.3 Imp. gal.) or less Refuel the vehicle.

(if equipped) Master warning light
A buzzer sounds and the
warning light comes on
and flashes to indicate that
the master warning system
has detected a malfunc-
tion. Take appropriate action in
accordance with the mes-
sage displayed on the multi-
information display.
Low windshield washer
fluid level warning light Indicates that the wind-
shield washer fluid level is
too low. Add washer fluid.

(AWD models) Active Torque Control
4WD system warning light
When the light blinks:
The system has been over-
loaded and front-wheel
drive has been automati-
cally engaged.
Drop your speed or stop the
vehicle until the light stops
blinking. (Do not stop the
engine.)
When the light comes on:
Malfunction in the Active
Torque Control 4WD sys-
tem. Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.

604
VENZA_U (OM73004U)
Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WD 2-Wheel Drive
4WD 4-Wheel Drive
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
AUX Auxiliary
AWD All-Wheel Drive
A/C Air Conditioning
CRS Child Restraint System
ECON Economy
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
INFO Information
I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for Children
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M+S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether

606
VENZA_U (OM73004U)
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter ..............474
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................266
Manual air conditioning
system ................................275
ABS ...........................................226
Active head restraint ................. 70
Active Torque Control 4WD system .................................... 226
Air conditioning filter............... 474
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ..............474
Automatic air conditioning system ................................266
Airbags Airbag operating conditions...114
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 118
Airbag warning light............... 515
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............114
Curtain shield airbag precautions .........................118
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........125
General airbag precautions ...118
Locations of airbags ..............110
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................121
Proper driving posture ...108, 118
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 114
Side airbag precautions ........ 118
SRS airbags .......................... 110
Alarm ......................................... 104
Antenna.....................................291
Anti-lock brake system............226
Armrest .....................................407
Audio input ............................... 312 Audio system
A/V input adapter .................. 337
Antenna................................. 291
Audio input ............................ 312
AUX adapter ......................... 312
CD player/changer ................ 294
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 302
Optimal use ........................... 310
Portable music player ........... 312
Radio..................................... 287
Rear seat entertainment system ................................ 316
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 313
Video CD............................... 332
Automatic air conditioning system .................................... 266
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 202
Automatic High Beam ............. 207
Automatic light control system .................................... 202
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 170
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 543
S mode.................................. 172
AUX adapter ............................. 312
Auxiliary box ............................ 396
A/V input adapter ..................... 337
Back door Back door ................................ 59
Wireless remote control key.... 43
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 491
Wattage................................. 571
Battery
Checking ............................... 457
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 548A
B

613
Alphabetical index
VENZA_U (OM73004U)
Trip information
display ........................... 184, 198
Trip meter................................. 178
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 491
Switch ................................... 175
Wattage ................................ 571
Utility vehicle precautions...... 233
Valet key..................................... 26
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 401
Wattage ................................ 571
Vanity mirrors .......................... 401
Vehicle identification number................................... 561
Vehicle stability control .......... 226
VSC ........................................... 226
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 513
Open door ........................... 516
Seat belt reminder ................ 516
Warning lights
Active Torque Control 4WD system................................ 516
Automatic headlight leveling
system................................ 514
Anti-lock brake system ......... 515
Brake system........................ 513
Charging system .... .............. 514
Electric power steering ......... 514
Engine oil maintenance ........ 516
Engine oil pressure............... 514
Low fuel level........................ 516
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 514
Master warning ..................... 516
Open door ............................ 516
Seat belt reminder ................ 516 SRS airbags ..........................515
Tire pressure .........................516
Washer fluid ..........................516
Warning messages ..................528
Washer Checking ...............................460
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................245
Switch....................................215
Washing and waxing ...............424
Weight Cargo capacity ......................238
Load limits .............................243
Weight ...................................560
Wheels ......................................472
Window glasses ........................90
Window lock switch ...................90
Windows
Power windows .......................90
Rear window defogger ..........281
Washer ..................................215
Windshield wiper de-icer.........281
Windshield wipers ...........215, 426
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............477
Wireless remote control key ....43
WMA disc ..................................302
U
V
W
*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

616 What to do if...
VENZA_U (OM73004U)
■Warning lights
P. 5 1 6P. 516
P. 5 1 4P. 516
P. 5 1 4P. 516
P. 5 1 4P. 516
P. 516
or
P. 5 1 3P. 516
P. 5 1 4P. 514
P. 5 1 5P. 516
P. 519
or
P. 5 1 5P. 516
Master warning lightOpen door warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightTire pressure warning
light
Charging system
warning lightEngine oil replacement
reminder light
Malfunction indicator
lampDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Brake system warning
lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low fuel level warning
light
Automatic headlight
leveling system
warning lightElectric power
steering system
warning light
Low windshield
washer fluid level
warning lightSRS warning light
ABS warning lightSmart key system
warning light
Active torque control
4WD system warning
light
The warning message is
displayedP. 528If a warning message is displayed