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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.
STEP1
STEP2 

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697 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
CAUTION
When releasing the parking brake manually
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
Shift the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or “1” or
“R” (manual transmission), turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
OFF and chock the tires.
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move, resulting in an acci-
dent.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and check that the park-
ing brake indicator is off.
Failure to do so may cause the system to operate and turn the parking
brake release tool that is inserted, resulting in an injury.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
Shift the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or “1” or
“R” (manual transmission), turn the engine switch to “LOCK” position
and chock the tires.
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move, resulting in an acci-
dent.
Turn the engine switch to “LOCK” position and check that the parking
brake indicator is off.
Failure to do so may cause the system to operate and turn the parking
brake release tool that is inserted, resulting in an injury. 

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or “N”
(manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the “D” or “R” position (Multidrive or
automatic transmission) or “1” or “R” position (manual
transmission) and carefully apply the accelerator to free the
vehicle.
Turn off the TRC and/or VSC systems if it is difficult to get
out because of TRC and/or VSC operation. (P. 328)STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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Vehicle specifications
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: 205/60R16 tires
*3: 215/55R17 and 225/45R18 tires
*4: Vehicles with a Multidrive
*5: Vehicles with a manual transmission
*6: ADT270L-AWFEYW and ADT270R-AWFEYW models
The model code is indicated on the manufacturer’s label. (P. 722)
*7: Vehicle category M1 models
*8: Vehicle category N1 models
*9: Vehicles with an automatic transmission
To distinguish the vehicle category, ask any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Drawbar load 75 kg (165.3 lb.)
Towing capacityWith brake1ZR-FAE engine
1400 kg (3086.4 lb.)
2ZR-FAE engine
1600 kg (3527.3 lb.)
*4
1500 kg (3306.9 lb.)*5
3ZR-FAE engine
1800 kg (3968.3 lb.)
*4
1500 kg (3306.9 lb.)*5
1AD-FTV engine
1600 kg (3527.3 lb.)
2AD-FTV engine
1800 kg (3968.3 lb.)
2AD-FHV engine
1800 kg (3968.3 lb.)
*5
1600 kg (3527.3 lb.)*9
Without brake 500 kg (1102.3 lb.) 

739 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Tires and wheels
225/45R18 91W
225/45R18 95W
Tire size 225/45R18 91W
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)Vehicle 
speedFront wheel 
kPa (kgf/cm
2 
or bar, psi)Rear wheel 
kPa (kgf/cm2 
or bar, psi)
More than 
160 km/h 
(99 mph)290 (2.9, 43) 280 (2.8, 41)
160 km/h 
(99 mph) or 
less250 (2.5, 37) 240 (2.4, 35)
Wheel size 18  7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire size 225/45R18 95W
Tire inflation pressure 
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)Vehicle 
speedFront wheel 
kPa (kgf/cm
2 
or bar, psi)Rear wheel 
kPa (kgf/cm2 
or bar, psi)
More than 
160 km/h 
(99 mph)310 (3.1, 45) 270 (2.7, 40)
160 km/h 
(99 mph) or 
less270 (2.7, 40) 230 (2.3, 34)
Wheel size 18  7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf) 

763 Alphabetical index
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Rear seat
Folding the seats................... 100
Rear side sunshade ................. 502
Rear sunshade ......................... 501
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 585
Wattage................................. 744
Rear view monitor system
*.... 308
Rear window defogger ............ 381
Rear window wiper and 
washer .................................... 274
Replacing 
Key battery .................... 564, 565
Fuses .................................... 569
Light bulbs............................. 585
Tires ...................... 648, 662, 676
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt........... 108
Child restraint system 
installation........................... 176
Cleaning and maintaining 
the seat belts ...................... 522
Emergency Locking 
Retractor ............................. 111
How to wear your seat belt ... 108
How your child should wear 
the seat belt ........................ 112
Pre-crash seat belt ................ 333
Pregnant women, proper seat 
belt use ............................... 111
Rear seat belt 
reminder light ...................... 254
Reminder light ....................... 621
Seat belt pretensioners ......... 110Seat heaters ............................. 494
Seats
Adjustment 
precautions ........................... 99
Child seats/child restraint 
system installation .............. 176
Cleaning................................ 521
Driver’s seat position 
memory .............................. 103
Front seat adjustment ............. 98
Head restraint ....................... 106
Properly sitting in the seat .... 154
Seat heaters ......................... 494
Service reminder 
indicators .............................. 245
Shift lever
Automatic transmission......... 225
Manual transmission ............. 232
Multidrive .............................. 219
If the shift lever cannot 
be shifted from “P” .............. 692
Side airbags ............................. 156
Side mirror
Adjusting ............................... 122
Folding .................................. 123
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 585
Wattage ................................ 744
Smart entry & start system
Entry function .......................... 39
Starting the engine................ 210
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 739
Storage location .... 648, 662, 676
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*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to 
““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”. 

764 Alphabetical index
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Spark plug ................................ 734
Specifications .......................... 720
Speech command switch
*...... 451
Speed limiter ............................ 300
Speedometer ............................ 242
Steering
Adjustment ............................ 116
Column lock release ..... 213, 217
Steering wheel
audio switches .................... 439
Steering wheel position 
memory............................... 103
Storage feature ........................ 481
Storage precautions ................ 342
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes 
stuck ................................... 714
Sun visors ................................ 489
Sunshade
Panoramic roof...................... 498
Rear ...................................... 501
Rear side............................... 502
Switch
Emergency flasher switch ..... 604
Engine switch ................ 210, 215
Fog light switch ..................... 267
Hazard light switch ................ 604
Ignition switch ............... 210, 215
Light switches ....................... 262
Power window switch ............ 125
Rear window wiper and 
washer switch ..................... 274
“SPORT” switch ............ 220, 226
Steering wheel 
switches .............. 250, 439, 451
Window lock switch ............... 125
Wipers and washer 
switch.......................... 269, 274Tachometer .............................. 242
Tail lights
Switch ................................... 262
Talk switch
*............................. 451
Telephone switch
*.................. 451
Theft deterrent system
Alarm .................................... 146
Engine immobilizer system ... 135
Tire inflation pressure ............. 556
Tires
Chains................................... 346
Checking ............................... 552
If you have a flat 
tire ...................... 648, 662, 676
Inflation pressure .................. 556
Replacing .............. 648, 662, 676
Rotating tires......................... 552
Size ....................................... 739
Snow tires ............................. 344
Spare tire .............................. 648
Tools ......................... 648, 662, 676
“touch screen”
*...................... 383
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 606
Trailer towing ........................ 348
Toyota parking 
assist-sensor ......................... 303
Traction control ....................... 327
TRC ........................................... 327
Trip information display.......... 251
Trip meter ................................. 242
Trunk
Extending a space ................ 497
Trunk handle ........................... 89
Trunk light ............................... 89
Trunk opener .......................... 88
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 585
Switch ................................... 236
Wattage ................................ 744
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