2012 TOYOTA AVENSIS head light

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Fog light switch
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving condi-
tions, such as in rain or fog.
Vehicles with front fog lights
Off
Front fog lights on
Both front and rear fog
lights on (Rotating the
switch ring again turns only
the rear fog light off.)
Releasing the switch returns
the ring to the position.
After the headlight switch is
turned off, the rear fog lights do
not come on even if you turn
on the headlight switch again.

268 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Fog lights can be used when
Vehicles with front fog lights
Front fog lights: The headlights or front position lights are turned on.
Rear fog lights: The front fog lights are turned on.
Vehicles without front fog lights
The headlights or front position lights are turned on.
Vehicles without front fog lights
Off
Rear fog light on

270 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers operate automati-
cally.
If the headlights are on, the
headlight cleaners will oper-
ate once. And then, the
headlight cleaners will oper-
ate every five times you pull
the lever. (if equipped)
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
With “AUTO” selected, the wipers will operate automatically
when the sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically
adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume.
Rain-sensing wiper opera-
tion
Low speed wiper operation
High speed wiper operation
Temporary operation

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When driving
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
The windshield wiper and washer 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.
Sensor sensitivity (high)
Sensor sensitivity (low)
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers operate automati-
cally.
If the headlights are on, the
headlight cleaners will oper-
ate once. And then, the
headlight cleaners will oper-
ate every five times you pull
the lever. (if equipped)

313 2-4. Using other driving systems
2
When driving
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Rear view monitor system camera
In the following cases, it may become dif-
ficult to see the images on the screen,
even when the system is functioning cor-
rectly.
The vehicle is in a dark area, such as at
night.
The temperature near the lens is
extremely high or low.
Water droplets are on the camera lens
or humidity is high, such as when it
rains.
Foreign matter, such as snow or mud,
adheres to the camera lens.
The sun or headlights are shining
directly into the camera lens.
A bright object such as a white wall is
reflected in the mirror surface over the
monitor.
The camera has scratches or dirt on it.

325 2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
NOTICE
In the following situations, the LKA will not work, or will not perform
reliably
When lane markers are interrupted or are not present, such as before a
tollbooth.
When lane markers are only on one side of the road.
When driving on a sharp curve.
When lanes are extremely narrow or extremely wide.
When the vehicle leans to one side an unusual amount due to a heavy
load or improper tire inflation pressure.
When the following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead
is extremely short.
When the lane markers are broken or “Raised pavement marker”.
When lane markers are obscured or partially obscured by sand, dirt, etc.
When driving on a particularly bright road surface, such as concrete.
When driving on a road surface that is bright due to reflected light.
When driving in a location where the light level changes rapidly, such as
the entrance to or exit from a tunnel.
When sunlight or the headlights of oncoming vehicles are shining directly
into the camera lens.
When driving on roads that are branching or merging.
When pavement lane markers are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog,
etc.
When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, previous rainfall,
standing water, etc.
When the vehicle experiences strong up-and-down motion such as when
driving on an extremely rough road or on a seam in the pavement.
When headlight brightness is reduced due to dirt on the lenses, or when
the headlights are misaligned.
When driving with a strong crosswind.

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AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Disabling pre-crash braking
Type A
Disabled
Enabled
The “PCS” warning light will turn
on when the pre-crash braking is
disabled.
Type B
Disabled
Enabled
The “PCS” warning light will turn
on when the pre-crash braking is
disabled.
Radar sensor
Detects vehicles or other obsta-
cles on or near the road ahead
and determines whether a colli-
sion is imminent based on the
position, speed, and heading of
the obstacles.

354 2-5. Driving information
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Guidance
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
Checking connections between trailer and lights
Stop the vehicle and check the operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after driving for a brief period as well
as before setting off.
Practicing driving with a coupled trailer
Get the feel for turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area with no or light traffic.
When reversing with a coupled trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to turn right. Always rotate gradu-
ally to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you when
reversing to lessen the risk of accident.
Increasing vehicle-to-vehicle distance
At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the vehicle may spin out of control.
This is especially true when driving on wet or slippery road sur-
faces.