heating TOYOTA VENZA 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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CAUTION
■
Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz-
ard.
● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
● The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be
sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer.
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift
lever or depress the accelerator pedal, which could cause an accident or fire
due to engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly
ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leadin\
g to
death or a serious health hazard.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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Parking brake
■Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. ( P. 248)
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
Sets the parking brake*
(Depressing the pedal again
releases the parking brake.)
*: Fully depress the parking
brake pedal with your left
foot while depressing the
brake pedal with your right
foot.
U.S.A. Canada

178 2-2. Instrument cluster
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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. 615)

234 2-4. Using other driving systems
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■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Reduced effectiveness of EPS system
The effectiveness of EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur,
refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine
off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.
CAUTION
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded.
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
■ Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-
ations.
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with pothol es or roads with uneven roads
■ TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.

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Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.
● Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns, and slow down before mak-
ing a turn.
● Note that when making a turn, th e trailer wheels will be closer than
the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making
a wider than normal turning radius.
● Slow down before making a turn, in crosswinds, on wet or slippery
surfaces, etc.
Increasing vehicle speed c an destabilize the trailer.
● Take care when passing other v ehicles. Passing requires consider-
able distance. After passing a vehi cle, do not forget the length of
your trailer, and be sure you hav e plenty of room before changing
lanes.
● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system perfor-
mance when using engine braking, do not put the transmission in
D.
Transmission shift range position must be in 4 in the S mode.
● Instability happens more frequently when descending steep or long
downhill grades. Before descending, slow down and downshift. Do
not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long down-
hill grades.
● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the
brakes too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and
result in reduced braking efficiency.
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may
overheat on hot days (at temper atures over 85°F [30°C]) when
driving up a long or steep grade. If the Engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
(  P. 615)

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3-8. Other interior features
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Interior features
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CAUTION
■
Burns
● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

616 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
● The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
● Steam is coming from under the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
Engine coolant reservoir
Radiator
Add engine coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if engine cool-
ant is unavailable. ( P. 631)
Have the vehicle chec ked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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686 Alphabetical index
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CleaningExterior .................................. 486
Interior ...................................489
Seat belts ..............................490
Clock ................................. 182, 196
Compass ...................................480
Condenser ................................515
Console box ............................. 452
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 615
Cruise control...........................219
Cup holder ................................455
Curtain shield airbags ............. 109
Customizable features............. 657
Daytime running light system .................................... 201
Defogger Rear window .........................294
Dimension.................................624
Dinghy towing .......................... 274
Display Shift position and shift range...................................170
Trip information ............. 182, 196
Warning messages ............... 590
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 499
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ..............446
Wattage .................................637
Door lock Back door ................................56
Side door ................................. 50
Wireless remote control key .... 45
Doors Back door ................................56
Side door ................................. 50
Side mirrors .............................84 Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 579
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 152
Correct posture ..................... 107
Procedures............................ 150
Utility vehicle precautions ..... 236
Winter driving tips ................. 248
Electric power steering ........... 230
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged .. 539, 607
Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 590
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 607
If the engine will not start ...... 602
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P” ................... 605
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 610
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 576
If the warning light turns on ... 576
If you have a flat tire ............. 591
If you lose your keys ............. 606
If you think something is wrong .................................. 573
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 618
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 620
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 569
If your vehicle overheats ....... 615
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Emergency flashers ................ 568
Engine
Compartment........................ 507
Engine switch ............... 161, 165
Hood ..................................... 503
How to start the
engine ........................ 161, 165
Identification number ............ 625
If the engine will not start...... 602
Ignition switch ............... 161, 165
Overheating .......................... 615
Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 631
Checking .............................. 513
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 248
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 176
Engine immobilizer system ...... 99
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 628
Checking .............................. 509
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 248
Engine switch .................. 161, 165
EPS ........................................... 230
Event data recorder .................. 23 Floor mat...................................469
Fluid
Brake .....................................516
Washer ..................................521
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs .............558
Switch....................................211
Wattage .................................637
Four-wheel drive system .........231
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .............558
Switch....................................211
Wattage .................................637
Front passenger occupant classification system ............123
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................579
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................66
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs .............560
Wattage .................................637
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............559
Wattage .................................637
Fuel Capacity ................................627
Fuel gauge ............................176
Fuel pump shut off system ....575
Information ............................638
Refueling .................................95
Type ......................................638
Fuel door.....................................95
Fuel filler door ............................95
Fuel pump shut off system ....................................575
Fuses.........................................543F
*: For vehicles with a navigation system,
refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 446
Fog light switch..................... 211
Headlights switch ................. 200
Interior light switch................ 447
Personal light switch............. 448
Replacing light bulbs ............ 553
Turn signal lever ................... 173
Vanity lights .......................... 462
Wattage ................................ 637
Load capacity .......................... 246
Lock steering column ........................... 163, 166
Luggage compartment light Switch ................................... 448
Wattage ................................ 637
Luggage cover......................... 471
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance .. 499
General maintenance ........... 495
Maintenance data ................. 624
Maintenance requirements ... 492
Reset the maintenance data .................................... 493
Manual air conditioning system ................................... 288
Meter Instrument panel light control ................................ 177
Meters .................................. 176
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 82
Side mirror heater................. 294
Side mirrors ............................ 84
Vanity mirrors ....................... 462
Moon roof................................... 91
MP3 disc
*................................ 319
Multi-information
display ........................... 182, 196 Noise from under vehicle ........574
Odometer ..................................176
Oil
Engine oil ..............................509
Opener Back door ................................56
Fuel filler door .........................95
Hood......................................503
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............84
Outside temperature display ............................182, 196
Overhead console ....................454
Overheating, Engine ................615
Parking brake ...........................174
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs .............559
Switch....................................200
Wattage .................................637
Personal lights Switch....................................448
Wattage .................................637
Power back door ........................56
Power outlet .............................463
Power windows ..........................87
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system,
refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.