2012 TOYOTA AURIS warning lights

3544-5. Using the driving support systems
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)When to use the Stop & Start system
Use the Stop & Start system when stopping the vehicle temporarily at red
lights, intersections, etc. When stopping the vehicle for a longer period of
time, turn off the engine completely.
Stop & Start system warning buzzer
If the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system and the following action is
performed, a buzzer will sound and will flash. This indicates that the
engine is only stopped by the Stop & Start system, not that the engine has
been turned off completely.
The shift lever is shifted into a position other than N with the clutch pedal
released.
If the Stop & Start cancel indicator continues to flash
The Stop & Start system may be malfunctioning. Contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the windshield is fogged up while the engine is stopped by the Stop &
Start system
Turn the windshield defogger on. (The engine will start due to the automatic
engine start function.) (P. 379, 388)
If the windshield fogs up frequently, press the Stop & Start cancel switch to
deactivate the system.
The Stop & Start system operation time and Stop & Start system total
operation time display
P. 124, 130
Replacing 12-volt battery
The installed 12-volt battery is specific to the Stop & Start system. It should
only be replaced with a 12-volt battery of identical type and rating.
Ask any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for further details.

5857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
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When trouble arises
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with
the vehicle having reached a speed of 5 km/h [3 mph]).
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(Red)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake booster system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.

5907-2. 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 goes off.
Follow the correction procedures.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1, 2
Indicates that a door is not
fully closed
Check that all the doors are
closed.
Low fuel level warning
light
except hybrid model:
Indicates remaining fuel is
approximately 7.5 L (2.0
gal., 1.6 Imp. gal.) or less
Refuel the vehicle.Low fuel level warning
light
hybrid model:
Indicates remaining fuel is
approximately 6.8 L (1.8
gal., 1.5 Imp. gal.) or less
Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder
light (warning buzzer)
*3
Warns the driver and/or
front passenger to fasten
their seat belts
Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s
seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also
needs to be fastened to
make the warning light
(warning buzzer) off.
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder lights (warning
buzzer)
*3
Warns the rear passengers
to fasten their seat belts.
Fasten the seat belt.
Low engine oil level warn-
ing light (diesel engine)
*2
Indicates that engine oil
level is low, but does not
indicate a malfunction.
Check the level of engine oil,
and add if necessary.
(P. 497)

5977-2. Steps to take in an emergency
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
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When trouble arises
Engine oil change reminder light comes on (diesel engine)
1ND-TV engine:
Replace the engine oil filter when the engine oil change reminder light does
not come on even if you have driven over 15000 km (9300 miles) after the
engine oil was changed.
There is a possibility that the engine oil change reminder light has been illumi-
nated, when you have driven less than 15000 km (9300 miles) based on a
usage or driving condition.
1AD-FTV engine:
Replace the engine oil filter when the engine oil change reminder light does
not come on even if you have driven over 30000 km (18000 miles) after the
engine oil was changed.
There is a possibility that the engine oil change reminder light has been illumi-
nated, when you have driven less than 30000 km (18000 miles) based on a
usage or driving condition.
When driving to clean the DPF catalytic converter (diesel engine)
When driving, pay sufficient attention to weather, road conditions, terrain and
traffic conditions, and be sure to observe traffic laws and/or regulations. Fail-
ure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.
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.
CAUTION
If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
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, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.

6037-2. Steps to take in an emergency
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
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When trouble arises
Indicates that the park-
ing brake is still
engaged
If the vehicle reaches
a speed of 5 km/h
(3 mph),
flashes and a buzzer
sounds to indicate
that the parking
brake is still
engaged.
Release the parking
brake.
Vehicles without a
smart entry & start sys-
tem:
Indicates that the
engine switch is turned
off or turned to the
“ACC” position and the
driver’s door is opened
while the lights are
turned on
A buzzer also
sounds.
Vehicles with a smart
entry & start system:
Indicates that the
engine switch or power
switch is turned off or
turned to ACCESSORY
mode and the driver’s
door is opened while
the lights are turned on
A buzzer also
sounds.
Turn the lights off.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
(Red)
(Flashes)

7228-2. Customization
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
Illumination
(P. 441)
Interior lights illumination
controlOnOff—O
“Interior lights off timer”
(Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off)15 sec-
onds
7.5
seconds
—O30
seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned offOnOff—O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff—O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person
*2
OnOff—O
Reverse
warning
buzzer
(P. 293)Operation signals
(Buzzer) when shifting into
RBeeps
repeatedlyBeeps
once—O
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized setting12

734Alphabetical index
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
Back door ................................ 204
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb............... 555
Wattage................................. 716
Battery .............................. 508, 514
Checking ....................... 508, 514
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 680
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 674
Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 368
Warning light ......................... 586
Bluetooth
®
Audio system*
Hands-free system*
(for cellular phone)
Boost ventilator system .......... 374
Bottle holders........................... 447
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 713
Parking brake ........................ 298
Warning light ................. 585, 589
Brake assist.............................. 356
Break-in tips ............................ 230
Brightness control
Meter light control ......... 125, 131Care................................... 474, 478
Aluminum wheels.................. 475
Exterior ................................. 474
Interior................................... 478
Seat belts .............................. 479
Cargo hooks............................. 451
CD player .................................. 408
Chains....................................... 370
Child restraint system ............... 59
Baby seats, definition.............. 59
Baby seats, installation ........... 69
Child seats, definition.............. 59
Child seats, installation ........... 69
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors ......................... 73
Installing CRS with
seat belts .............................. 69
Installing CRS with top strap... 74
Junior seats, definition ............ 59
Junior seats, installation ......... 71
Child safety ................................ 58
Airbag precautions .................. 48
Battery precautions ....... 510, 679
Child restraint system ............. 59
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 43
Installing child restraints ......... 68
Panoramic roof shade
precautions ......................... 472
Power window lock switch .... 220
Power window precautions ... 223
Rear door child-protectors .... 202
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ............. 531
Seat belt precautions .............. 45
Seat heater precautions........ 465
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737Alphabetical index
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12E33E)
Engine oil.................................. 497
Capacity ................................ 705
Checking ............................... 497
Oil level warning message .... 602
Oil pressure warning
message ............................. 600
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 368
Engine switch................... 254, 258
EPS (Electric Power
Steering) ................................. 356
Function ................................ 356
Warning light ......................... 588
EV drive mode .......................... 274
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ...... 626
Vehicles without a spare
tire....................................... 638
Floor mats .................................. 38
Fluid
Multidrive............................... 711
Brake..................................... 713
Washer.................................. 511
Fog lights.................................. 310
Replacing light bulbs ............. 555
Switch ................................... 310
Wattage................................. 716Follow me home system ......... 302
Front fog lights ........................ 310
Replacing light bulbs............. 555
Switch ................................... 310
Wattage ................................ 716
Front personal lights ............... 442
Front position lights ................ 300
Light switch ........................... 300
Replacing light bulbs............. 555
Front seats ............................... 208
Adjustment ............................ 208
Cleaning................................ 478
Correct driving posture ........... 40
Head restraints ..................... 212
Seat heaters ......................... 465
Front turn signal lights ........... 297
Replacing light bulbs............. 555
Turn signal lever ................... 297
Wattage ................................ 716
Fuel ........................................... 318
Capacity ................................ 703
Fuel gauge ............................ 122
Fuel pump shut off system.... 584
Information ............................ 717
Refueling............................... 318
Type .............................. 318, 703
Warning light ......................... 590
Fuel filler door.......................... 318
Refueling............................... 318
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 584
Fuses ........................................ 532
Gauges ............................. 122, 126
Gear Shift Indicator ................. 283
Glove box ................................. 446
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