2012 TOYOTA AVENSIS lock

642 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Sounds
once
(Multidrive or automatic
transmission)
or
(Manual transmission)
(Flashes)• When the doors
were unlocked with
the mechanical
key and then the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
pressed, the elec-
tronic key could
not be detected in
the vehicle.
• The electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle even after
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed two con-
secutive times. Touch the
electronic
key to the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depressing
the brake
pedal (Mul-
tidrive or
automatic
transmis-
sion) or
clutch
pedal
(manual
transmis-
sion).
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646 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Sounds
once
(Flashes)The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
being pressed. Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depressing
the brake
pedal and
moving the
steering
wheel left
and right.
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679 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Emergency repair method
Position the nail or screw that
has punctured the tire at the bot-
tom, in contact with the ground.
Remove the cap from the valve.
Bring the protruding part of the
valve core tool into contact with
the valve to discharge air.
Pull out the valve core by turning
it counterclockwise using the
valve core tool.
Shake the sealant bottle up and down several times.
Remove the cap of the sealant bottle.
STEP1
Cap
Va l v e
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Va l v e c o r e
tool
Protruding partVa l v e
STEP3
Va l v e c o r e
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681 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)Inject the sealant that is in the
bottle. Hold and tilt the bottle,
then squeeze sealant out of the
bottle as shown.
Attach the sticker as shown.
Remove the injection hose from
the valve and screw the valve
core in the valve securely by
turning it clockwise with the
valve core tool.
STEP9
STEP10
STEP11
Va l v e
core tool
Va l v e c o r e

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689
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
If the engine will not start
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (P. 210, 215) or releasing the steering lock (P. 213,
217), confirm the following points.
The engine will not start even if you are carrying the correct
key
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Gasoline engine: Refuel the vehicle.
Diesel engine: (P. 713)
The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (P. 210, 215)
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 135)
The starter motor turns over slowly, the personal/interior
lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or
sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 705)
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

690 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with smart
entry & start system)
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(P. 691)
The starter motor does not turn over, the personal/interior
lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not
sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 705)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with smart entry & start system)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P”
For vehicles with Multidrive or automatic transmission: If the shift
lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a
problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental
operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the
engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Press the “SHIFT LOCK” but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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STEP2
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693
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
If the parking brake cannot be released
Releasing the parking brake manually (sedan)
Lift the luggage mat. (P. 506)
Take out the parking brake release tool from the trunk.
(P. 648, 676)
In the event that the battery is discharged or switch operation does
not release the parking brake, the parking brake can be released
manually using the procedure below. This procedure should be per-
formed only if necessary, such as in an emergency.
If the switch cannot be operated even when the battery is normal, the
parking brake system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
Before releasing the parking brake manually
Vehicles with a Multidrive or automatic transmission: Shift the
shift lever to “P”.
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to “1”
or “R”.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch OFF.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the engine
switch to the “LOCK” position.
Check that the parking brake indicator is off.
Chock the tires.
Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
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STEP2