2012 TOYOTA AVENSIS lights

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Before driving
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Inside rear view mirror
Glare from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by
using the following functions.
Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror
In auto mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehi-
cles behind and automatically reduce the reflected light.
Turns auto mode on/off
The indicator comes on when
auto mode is turned on.
Vehicles with smart entry &
start system:
The mirror will revert to the
auto mode each time the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned to IGNITION
ON mode.
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system:
The mirror will revert to the
auto mode each time the
engine switch is turned to the
“ON” position.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
: If equipped
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry
is detected.
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm
is being set:
A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than by
using the smart entry & start system or the wireless remote
control. (The doors will lock again automatically.)
The hood is opened.
If equipped, the intrusion sensor detects something moving
inside the vehicle. (An intruder gets in the vehicle.)
Setting the alarm system
Close the doors, trunk/back
door and hood, and lock all
doors.
The system will be set auto-
matically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 194
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)....... 210
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
entry & start system)....... 215
Multidrive .......................... 219
Automatic transmission .... 225
Manual transmission......... 232
Turn signal lever ............... 236
Parking brake ................... 237
Horn .................................. 241
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 242
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 245
Multi-information
display ............................ 2492-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch................ 262
Fog light switch ................. 267
Windshield wipers
and washer ..................... 269
Rear window wiper
and washer (wagon) ....... 274
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.................... 275
Dynamic radar cruise
control ............................. 281
Speed limiter ..................... 300
Toyota parking
assist-sensor .................. 303
Rear view monitor
system ............................ 308
LKA (Lane-Keeping
Assist) ............................. 318
Driving assist systems ...... 327
PCS (Pre-Crash
Safety) ............................ 333
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 342
Winter driving tips ............. 344
Trailer towing .................... 348

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2-1. Driving procedures
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Turn signal lever
Turn signals can be operated when
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
If the indicators flash faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
Right turn
Left turn
Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.
The right hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.
Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.
The left hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.

244 2-2. Instrument cluster
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Instrument panel light control
The brightness of the instrument panel light can be adjusted when
the headlight switch is on.
Darker
Brighter
Tail cancel feature
When turning the instrument panel light control button all the way clockwise
(brighter), the brightness will become suddenly very bright.
Use this feature when driving during daytime with your headlights on, it will
improve visibility of the instrument panel.
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. 710)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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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 illustration displays all
indicators and warning lights illuminated.
Instrument cluster
The units used on the speedometer, tachometer and some indica-
tors may differ depending on the engine, transmission, etc.
Center panel

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When driving
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Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 617)
(If equipped)
Shift position indicator
(P. 222, 228)
(If equipped)
“SPORT” indicator
(P. 220, 226)
(If equipped)
Gear Shift Indicator
(P. 233)Parking brake indicator
(P. 237)
(If equipped)
“PCS” warning
(P. 333)“PASSENGER
AIRBAG” indicator
(P. 190)
(Red)(Yellow)(If equipped)
(If equipped)(If equipped)(If equipped)(If equipped)(If equipped)
*4*4
*1, 5
*1, 2, 3
*1*1*1*1*1*1*1*1, 6
*1*1, 6*6*6*6*6*1

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CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as ABS and the SRS airbag warning light
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 any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional imme-
diately if this occurs.
*1: These lights turn on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start sys-
tem) or the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles with-
out smart entry & start 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 a light does not
turn on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for details.
*2: The light flashes quickly to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light turns on when the system is turned off.
*4: Vehicles with a Multidrive or automatic transmission
*5: Vehicles with a manual transmission
*6: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.