warning TOYOTA VENZA 2016 User Guide

1341-7. Safety information
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U)Front passenger occupant classification system Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica-
tion system. This system detects the conditions of the front passen-
ger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for front passenger.
SRS warning light
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light

1351-7. Safety information
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Condition and operation in the fr ont passenger occupant classi-
fication system
■ Adult
* 1
■ Child
* 3
or child restraint system
* 4Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG
ON”
SRS warning light Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
* 2
Devices Front passenger airbag
ActivatedSide airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG
OFF”
* 5
SRS warning light Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing
* 2
Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
ActivatedCurtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

1361-7. Safety information
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) ■ Unoccupied Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights Not illumi-
nated
SRS warning light
Off
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Activated
Curtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated
* 6

or
deactivated

1371-7. Safety information
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) ■ System malfunction
* 1
: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a
smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may rec-
ognize him/her as a child depe nding on his/her physique and pos-
ture.
* 2
: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt.
* 3
: When a larger child who has outgrow n a child restraint system sits
in the front passenger seat, the system may recognize him/her as
an adult depending on his/her physique or posture.
* 4
: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front pas-
senger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only
be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable.
(  P. 140)
* 5
: In case the indicator is not illumi nated, consult this manual as for
installing the child restra int system properly. (  P. 146)
* 6
: In the event of a side collision. Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG
OFF”
SRS warning light On
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Off
Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
ActivatedCurtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner

1391-7. Safety information
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Before driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■ Front passenger occupant cl assification system precautions
● Do not recline the front passenger seatback so far that it touches a second
seat. This may cause the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light to be illuminated,
which indicates that the passenger’s airbags will not deploy in the event of
a severe accident. If the seatback touches the second seat, return the
seatback to a position where it does not touch the second seat. Keep the
front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is mov-
ing. Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of
the seat belt system.
● If an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the “AIR BAG ON” indicator
light is illuminated. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator is illuminated, ask the
passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and
with the seat belt worn correctly. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator still
remains illuminated, either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat, or
if that is not possible, move the front passenger seat fully rearward.
● When it is unavoidable to install the forward-facing child restraint system
on the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front
passenger seat in the proper order. (  P. 146)
● Do not modify or remove the front seat.
● Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Other-
wise, the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction in the
detection system. In this case, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.
● Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat should not contact the
front seatbacks.
● Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion or seat cover, that covers
the seat cushion surface.
● Do not modify or replace the upholstery of the front seat.

When driving
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161
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle............ 162
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
key system).................... 173
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system).................... 177
Automatic
transmission................... 180
Turn signal lever .............. 185
Parking brake ................... 186
Horn ................................. 187
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ......... 188
Indicators and warning
lights .............................. 191
Multi-information display
(TFT type) ...................... 194
Multi-information display
(LCD type) ..................... 206
Fuel consumption
information ..................... 210 2-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 212
Automatic High Beam ...... 216
Fog light switch ................ 223
Windshield wipers
and washer .................... 225
Rear window wiper
and washer .................... 229
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 231
Intuitive parking assist...... 235
Rear view monitor
system ........................... 243
Driving assist systems ..... 256
Hill-start assist control ...... 262
2-5. Driving information
Utility vehicle
precautions .................... 264
Cargo and luggage .......... 269
Vehicle load limits ............ 274
Winter driving tips ............ 276
Trailer towing ................... 281
Dinghy towing .................. 302

1842-1. Driving procedures
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) ■ Downshifting restrictions wa rning buzzer (in the S mode)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)
■ When driving with cruise control system
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling
engine braking, engine braking will not activate while driving in S mode and
downshifting to 5 or 4 because cruise control will not be canceled. (  P. 231)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
 P. 593
■ If the S indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to
S mode driving position
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when
the shift lever is in D.)
■ AI-SHIFT
AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor-
mance and driving conditions.
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.
(Shifting the shift lever to the S mode driving position cancels the function.)

1912-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Indicators and warning lights The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen-
ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrati on displays all
indicators and warn ing lights illuminated.
Instrument cluster
Center display

1932-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■ If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and the SRS airbag warning
lights not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these
systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could
result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately if this occurs.■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated
vehicle’s systems. (  P. 564)
* 1
: These lights turn on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) or the
engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart
key system) to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not come on, or if the
lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
* 2
: The indicator flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
* 3
: The indicator comes on to indicate a malfunction.
* 4
: The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction. (if equipped) (U.S.A.) (Canada) (if equipped) (if equipped)
(U.S.A.) (Canada) (U.S.A.)
(if equipped) (if equipped)
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 4
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1
* 1, 3
* 4

1942-2. Instrument cluster
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U)Multi-information display (TFT type) The multi-information display presen ts the driver with a variety of
driving-related data, including the clock and current outside temper-
ature.
● Clock (  P. 199)Indicates and sets the time.
● Outside temperature Indicates the outside temperature.
The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40°F (-40°C) to
122°F (50°C).
● Air conditioning system display (  P. 306)Automatically displayed when the air conditioning is turned on.
● Trip information (  P. 195)Displays driving range, fuel consumption and other cruising-related
information.
● Intuitive parking assist display (if equipped) (  P. 235)
● Warning messages (  P. 578)Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehi-
cle’s systems.
● Customizable features setting display (  P. 1 9 8  645)