2012 TOYOTA AURIS check engine light

5927-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(Flashes)
Engine oil change
reminder light (diesel
engine)
*2
Indicates that the engine
oil should be scheduled to
be changed.
• Flashes while you are
driving.
• Vehicles without a smart
entry & start system:
Flashes for about 12
seconds when the
engine switch is turned
to the “ON” position.
• Vehicles with a smart
entry & start system:
Flashes for about 12
seconds when the
engine switch is turned
to IGNITION ON mode.
Check and change the
engine oil and oil filter by any
authorized Toyota dealer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional. After
changing the engine oil, the
oil change system should be
reset. (P. 503)
Engine oil change
reminder light (diesel
engine)
*2
Indicates that the engine
oil should be scheduled to
be changed.
1ND-TV engine
Comes on approximately
15000 km (9300 miles)
after the engine oil is
changed (and the oil main-
tenance data has been
reset).
1AD-FTV engine
Comes on approximately
30000 km (18000 miles)
after the engine oil is
changed (and the oil main-
tenance data has been
reset).
Check and change the
engine oil and oil filter by any
authorized Toyota dealer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional. After
changing the engine oil, the
oil change system should be
reset. (P. 503)
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

5947-2. Steps to take in an emergency
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Follow the correction procedures. (vehicles with a smart entry &
start system without multi-information display)
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning
lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection
procedure
ContinuousContinuous(Flashes
in yellow)Smart entry & start system
indicator light (vehicles with
a Multidrive)
The electronic key was car-
ried outside the vehicle and
the driver’s door was opened
and closed while any shift
position other than P was
selected without turning off
the engine switch.• Change the
shift position
to P.
• Bring the
electronic
key back into
the vehicle.
Once3 times
(Flashes
in yellow)
Smart entry & start system
indicator light (vehicles with
a Multidrive)
The electronic key was car-
ried outside the vehicle and
the driver’s door was opened
and closed while the shift
position P was selected with-
out turning off the engine
switch.
Turn the
engine switch
off or bring the
electronic key
back into the
vehicle.
Smart entry & start system
indicator light
Indicates that a door other
than the driver’s door has
been opened and closed with
the engine switch in any
mode other than OFF and the
electronic key outside of the
detection area.
Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.

6087-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Indicates that the
amount of accumu-
lated deposits in the
DPF catalytic con-
verter has reached the
specified level.
To clean with DPF cata-
lytic converter, drive the
vehicle at a speed of 65
km/h (40 mph) or
greater for 20 to 30
minutes as much as
possible until the mes-
sage goes off.
Do not turn off the
engine as much as
possible until the mes-
sage goes off.
If it is not possible to
drive the vehicle at
speeds of 65 km/h (40
mph) or greater, or the
DPF system warning
light does not turn off
even after driving for
more than 30 minutes,
have the vehicle
inspected by any
authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified
and equipped profes-
sional.
Indicates that the
hybrid system has
overheated
• A buzzer also
sounds.
• This message may
be displayed when
driving under
severe operating
conditions. (For
example, when
driving up a long
steep hill.)
Stop and check.
(P. 687)
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
(Diesel engine)
(Hybrid model)

6117-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.
Have the malfunction repaired immediately. (vehicles with a
smart entry & start system or push button start)
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
OnceThe electronic key
is not detected
when an attempt
is made to start
the engine.Start the
engine with
the elec-
tronic key
present.
The electronic key
is not detected
when an attempt
is made to start
the hybrid system.Start the
hybrid sys-
tem with
the elec-
tronic key
present.
(Flashes)
(Except hybrid model)*1
(Flashes)
(Hybrid model)
*1, 2

6717-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Multidrive: Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake
pedal.
Multi-mode manual transmission: Ensure that the shift lever is in N
and depress the brake pedal.
Manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to N and depress the
clutch pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
engine switch.
The engine switch will turn to IGNI-
TION ON mode.
When the smart entry & start sys-
tem is deactivated in customization
setting, the engine switch will turn
to ACCESSORY mode.
Vehicles without a multi-information display: Firmly depress the
brake pedal (Multidrive or multi-mode manual transmission) or
clutch pedal (manual transmission) and check that the smart entry
& start system indicator light (green) turns on.
Vehicles with a multi-information display: Firmly depress the brake
pedal (Multidrive or multi-mode manual transmission) or clutch
pedal (manual transmission) and check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
Starting the engine (except hybrid model)
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2
3
4

7118-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at 20C
(68F):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Multidrive
Fluid capacity*7.7 L (8.2 qt., 6.8 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine CVTF FE
NOTICE
Multidrive fluid type
Using Multidrive fluid other than “Toyota Genuine CVTF FE” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Manual transaxle
Gear oil capacity (Reference)
1AD-FTV engine
2.3 L (2.4 qt., 2.0 Imp. qt.)
Others
2.4 L (2.5 qt., 2.1 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil typeUse either of the following:
• “TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmis-
sion Gear Oil LV”
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-4
and SAE 75W specifications

7178-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
If you plan to drive in foreign countries
Low sulfur diesel fuel may not be available, so please check the availability
with your distributor.
If your engine knocks
Consult any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
Fuel infor mation
Gasoline engine
EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline conforming to
European standard EN228.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with
a Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.
Except EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with
a Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.
Diesel engine
EU area:
Your vehicle must use only diesel fuel conforming to European
standard EN590.
Except EU area:
Your vehicle must use only diesel fuel that contains 50 ppm or
less of sulfur and has a cetane number of 48 or higher.

731What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)

Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside
the vehicle
* during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. (P. 103)
*: If the vehicle is equipped with intrusion sensor.
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system (except hybrid model):
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or start
the engine.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system (except hybrid model):
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or
start the engine.
Hybrid model:
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the
hybrid system.
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Vehicles with a multi-information display: Check the message on
the multi-information display. (P. 599)
When a warning light turns on, refer to P. 585.
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with an alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with a smart entry & start system)
A warning light turns on
(vehicles with a drive monitor display)