heating TOYOTA VENZA 2014 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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CAUTION
●
Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to “P”, stop the engine
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
● Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off.
Doing so may cause burns.
● Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it
is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is
running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead
to death or a serious health hazard.
■ 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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Parking brake
■Usage in winter time
P. 258
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

188 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. 477)

242 2-4. Using other driving systems
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■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, 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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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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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, immedi ately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
(  P. 477)
● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and the
trailer’s wheels when parking. Ap ply the parking brake firmly, and
put the transmission in P. Avoid pa rking on a slope, but if unavoid-
able, do so only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blo cks under both the vehicle’s
and trailer’s wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in pl ace, release the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into P and turn off the engine.
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3-5. 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.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
Correction proceduresStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, 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 (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the “F” and “L ” lines
on the reservoir.Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Radiator cap
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● The engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 186) reaches the
maximum, or a loss of engine po wer is experienced. (For exam-
ple, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
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Alphabetical index
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Care
Exterior ................................. 346
Interior .................................. 349
Seat belts ............................. 350
Cargo capacity ........................ 251
Cargo hooks ............................ 330
CD player
*
Chains ...................................... 260
Child-protectors ........................ 52
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 139
Booster seats, installation .... 145
Convertible seats, definition............................. 139
Convertible seats,
installation .......................... 145
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 133
Infant seats, definition .......... 139
Infant seats, installation ........ 145
Installing child restraint system with lower
anchorages ........................ 146
Installing child restraint system with seatbelts ......... 149
Installing child restraint system with top straps ....... 154 Child safety
Airbag precautions ................127
Back door precautions ............61
Battery precautions .......380, 402
Child-protectors .......................52
Child restraint system............139
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................83
Installing child restraints ........145
Moon roof precautions ..........102
Power window lock switch.......96
Power window precautions .....99
Removed key battery
precautions .........................402
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................87
Seat belt precautions ..............84
Seat heater precautions ........325
Cleaning Exterior ..................................346
Interior ...................................349
Seat belts ..............................350
Clock .................................192, 204
Compass ...................................339
Condenser ................................375
Console box .............................311
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............477
Cruise control...........................227
Cup holders ..............................314
Curtain shield airbags .............118
Customizable features.............519
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” or “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.

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Daytime running light system .................................... 210
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 296
Dimension................................. 486
Dinghy towing .......................... 284
Display Shift position and shift range................................... 180
Trip information ............. 192, 204
Warning messages ............... 452
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 359
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .............. 305
Wattage ................................. 498
Door lock Back door ................................56
Side door .................................50
Wireless remote control key ....45
Doors Back door ................................56
Side door .................................50
Side mirrors .............................92
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 441
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 162
Correct posture ..................... 116
Procedures ............................ 160
Utility vehicle precautions...... 246
Winter driving tips.................. 258
Driving position memory...........73
Electric power steering ........... 238
Electronic key If your electronic key
battery is discharged... 399, 469 Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 452
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 469
If the engine will not start ...... 464
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 467
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 472
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 438
If the warning light turns on ... 438
If you have a flat tire ............. 453
If you lose your keys ............. 468
If you think something is wrong .................................. 435
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 480
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 482
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 431
If your vehicle overheats ....... 477
Emergency flashers................. 430
Engine
Compartment ........................ 367
Engine switch ................ 171, 175
Hood ..................................... 363
How to start the engine ......................... 171, 175
Identification number............. 487
If the engine will not start ...... 464
Ignition switch ............... 171, 175
Overheating .......................... 477
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 492
Checking ............................... 373
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 258D
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Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance .. 359
General maintenance ........... 355
Maintenance data ................. 486
Maintenance requirements ... 352
Reset the maintenance data .................................... 353
Meter Instrument panel light
control ................................ 187
Meters .................................. 186
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 89
Side mirrors ............................ 92
Vanity mirrors ....................... 321
Moon roof................................. 100
MP3 disc
*
Multi-information display ........................... 192, 204
Noise from under vehicle ....... 436
Odometer ................................. 186
Oil Engine oil.............................. 369
Opener
Back door ............................... 56
Fuel filler door....................... 104
Hood ..................................... 363
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding .............. 92
Outside temperature
display ........................... 192, 204
Overhead console ................... 313
Overheating, Engine ............... 477 Parking brake ...........................184
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs .............420
Switch....................................208
Wattage .................................498
Personal lights
Switch....................................307
Wattage .................................498
Power back door ........................56
Power outlet .............................322
Power windows ..........................96
Radiator ....................................375
Radio
*
Rear seats
Adjustment ..............................70
Folding down rear seatback ....70
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............423
Wattage .................................498
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............423
Wattage .................................498
Rear view mirror
Inside.......................................89
Outside ....................................92
Compass ...............................339
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window defogger ............296
Rear window wiper ..................225
Replacing Fuses ....................................403
Key battery ............................399
Light bulbs .............................413
Tires ......................................453
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ............................532
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” or “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.