2012 TOYOTA AURIS HYBRID warning light

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*: Driver's and front passenger’s seat belt reminders:
The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver
and front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer
sounds for 30 seconds after the vehicle has reached a speed of at least 20
km/h (12 mph). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound
in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
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.P. 436
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank becomes com-
pletely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle immediately. The
malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional, as soon as possible.
Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passen-
ger is not sitting in the seat.
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage tempo-
rarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on
and the warning buzzer may sound.
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CAUTION
When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, firmly
hold and operate it using more force than usual.

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If a warning message is displayed
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure.
A buzzer also sounds.
The warning light may turn on if the engine oil
pressure is too low.
Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system.
A buzzer also sounds.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights turns on again after performing the fol-
lowing actions, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
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Indicates that one or
more of the side
doors is not fully
closed.
The system also indi-
cates which side doors
are not fully closed.
If the vehicle reaches
a speed of 5 km/h (3
mph), flashes
and a buzzer sounds
to indicate that the
side door(s) are not
yet fully closed.Make sure that all the
side doors are closed.
Indicates that the
back door is not fully
closed.
If the vehicle reaches
a speed of 5 km/h (3
mph), flashes
and a buzzer sounds
to indicate that the
back door is not yet
fully closed.Close the back door.
Indicates that remain-
ing fuel is about 6.8 L
(1.8 gal., 1.5 Imp. gal.)
or less.Refuel the vehicle.

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Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once(Comes on for 8 sec-
onds.)

(Flashing)The electronic
key is not
detected when
attempting to
start the hybrid
system.Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.
Once3 times

(Flashing)A door other
than the driver’s
door has been
opened or
closed with the
“POWER”
switch in any
mode other
than off and the
electronic key
outside of the
detection area.Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.

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Power was
turned off due to
the automatic
power off func-
tion.Next time when
starting the
hybrid system,
increase the
engine speed
slightly and
maintain that
level for approx-
imately 5 min-
utes to recharge
the battery.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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UK_AURIS_HV_EECheck to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating:
Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning light
goes off and then stop the hybrid system.
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and call any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, check
the engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
If necessary, add engine coolant
up to the “FULL” line.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if engine coolant
is unavailable. (P. 498)
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C............................................. 244
ABS ........................................... 228
Air conditioning filter .............. 394
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter.............. 394
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 244
Airbags
Airbag manual on-off
system ................................ 160
Airbag operating
conditions ........................... 131
Airbag precautions for
your child ............................ 135
Airbag warning light .............. 432
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ........... 131
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 135
General airbag precautions... 135
Locations of airbags .............. 129
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 139
Proper driving posture... 127, 135
Side airbag operating
conditions ........................... 131
Side airbag precautions ........ 135
SRS airbags .......................... 129Alarm ........................................ 115
Antenna .................................... 260
Anti-lock brake system ........... 228
Ashtray ..................................... 346
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 260
Audio input ............................ 291
AUX port ............................... 291
CD player .............................. 262
iPod....................................... 273
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 267
Optimal use........................... 288
Portable music player ........... 291
Radio .................................... 257
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 292
Type ...................................... 252
USB memory ........................ 280
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 244
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 209
Automatic light control
system .................................... 206
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission......... 183
AUX port ................................... 291
Auxiliary box ............................ 342A