ECO mode TOYOTA VENZA 2011 (in English) Owner's Guide

360 3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system
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■The rear seat entertainmen t system can be used when
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
■ Discs that can be used
Discs with the marks shown below can be used.
Playback may not be possible depending on recording format or disc fea-
tures, or due to scratches, dirt or deterioration.
■ When
appears on the screen
It indicates that the selected icon cannot be used at this time.
■ If a disc is removed from the fr ont audio system while the rear seat
entertainment system is in use
The rear seat entertainment system will be turned off.
■ Error messages
DISC CHECK: Indicates that the disc is dirty, damaged or was inserted
upside down. Clean the disc or insert it correctly.
REGION CODE ERROR: Indicates that the DVD region code is not set
properly.
DVD ERROR: Indicates that there is a problem inside the player. Eject the
disc. Set the disc again.
If the malfunction still exists, take the vehicle to your Toyota
dealer.

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3-5. Using the hands-free
system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
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Using the hands-free system for the first time
Before using the hands-free system, it is necessary to register a cel-
lular phone in the system. The phone registration mode will be
entered automatically when starting the system with no cellular
phone registered. Follow the procedure below to register a cellular
phone:
Press the off-hook switch or the talk switch.
The introductory guidance and phone name registration instructions
are heard.
Select “Pair Phone” using a voice command or .
Register a phone name by either of the following methods.
a. Select “Record Name” by using , and say aname to be registered.
b. Press the talk switch and say a name to be registered.
A voice guidance instruction to confirm the input is heard.
Select “Confirm” by using a voice command or .
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3-8. Other interior features
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Seat heaters
: If equipped
■The seat heaters can be used when
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
For driver’s seat
For front passenger’s seat
On
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat tempera-
ture
The further you turn the dial
upward, the warmer the seat
becomes.

454 3-8. Other interior features
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering
with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may
become difficult to stop the vehicle, leading to a serious accident.
■When installing the driver’s floor mat
● Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year
vehicles, even if they are Toyota Genuine floor mats.
● Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.
● Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) pro-
vided.
● Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.
● Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.
■ Before driving
● Check that the floor mat is securely
fixed in the right place with all the pro-
vided retaining hooks (clips). Be espe-
cially careful to perform this check after
cleaning the floor.
● With the engine stopped and the shift
lever in P, fully depress each pedal to
the floor to make sure it does not inter-
fere with the floor mat.

462 3-8. Other interior features
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Operating HomeLink
Press the appropriate HomeLink button. The HomeLink indicator
light should come on.
The HomeLink compatible transceiver in your vehicle continues to send
a signal for up to 20 seconds as long as the button is pressed.
Erasing the entire HomeLink memory (all three programs)
Press and hold the 2 outside but-
tons for 10 seconds (or 20 sec-
onds depending on the model)
until the indicator light flashes.
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to
erase the programs stored in the
HomeLink
 memory.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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For vehicles sold in Canada
IC ID: 3729A-PMV107J
IC ID: 1551A-13BCX
Operation is subject to the followin g two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter-
ference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
CAUTION
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so
may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous han-
dling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
●Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns. Also, do
not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
●Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
●Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted, or bias-ply
tires).
●Do not mix summer, all season and winter tires.
●Do not use tire that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know they were used previously.
●Do not tow the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed.

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5-1. Essential information
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
2WD models
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front,
the vehicle’s rear wheels and ax les must be in good conditions.
(  P. 550, 552)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.
AWD models
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a towing
dolly. ( P. 550, 552)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to “P”.
Set the “ENGINE START ST OP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about
15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Changing “ENGINE START STOP”
switch modes and starting the
engine
Shift the shift lever to “P” and apply the brakes. Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate
that the start function cannot
detect the electronic key that is
touched to the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch if any of the doors
is opened and closed while the
key is touched to the switch.
To change “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes: Within 10
seconds of the buzzer soundin g, release the brake pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can be
changed each time the sw itch is pressed. (P. 160)
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds after the buz zer sounds, keeping the brake
pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE ST ART STOP” switch cannot be oper-
ated, contact your Toyota dealer.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at
that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system: Open and close any of the
doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with smart key system) or turn the engine switch
to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system),
then start your vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
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