2012 TOYOTA AVENSIS park assist

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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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“LKA” switch 
Headlight leveling dial

P. 318
P. 264
Outside rear view mirror switches P. 122
Speed limiter switch  P. 300
Toyota parking assist-sensor
switch
 P. 303
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch
 P. 116
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever

P. 116
“AFS OFF” switch  P. 263
VSC OFF switch P. 328
Coin box P. 488
Fuel filler door opener P. 129
: If equipped
*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
(right-hand drive vehicles)
Paddle shift switches  P. 221, 227
Talk switch * P. 451
“DISP” switch 
P. 250
Cruise control switch  P. 275, 281
Audio remote control
switches
P. 439
Telephone switches *
“DISP” switch

P. 451
P. 250
Toyota parking
assist-sensor
switch
 P. 303
Distance switch 
P. 281
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch
 P. 116Tilt and telescopic steering lock
release lever
 P. 116

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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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CAUTION
When braking the vehicle
When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one
side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking
brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other
vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the
pedal than usual. Braking distance may also increase.
Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.
The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and braking distance
becomes longer.
Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your
brakes fixed immediately.

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Toyota parking assist-sensor
: If equipped
Toyota parking assist-sensor uses sensors in the corners and rear of
the vehicle to detect the distance between the vehicle and any obsta-
cles, and informs the driver of this distance using the warning
beeps.
Sensor types
Rear corner sensor
Back sensors
Toyota parking assist-sensor switch
Left-hand drive vehicles
On/off
To turn the system on, press
the switch. The indicator light
comes on to inform the driver
that the system is operational.
To turn the system off, press
the switch again.

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The Toyota parking assist-sensor can be operated when
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, and the
shift lever is in the “R” position.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position, and the shift lever is in the “R”
position.
Sensor detection information
Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect
the ability of the sensor to correctly detect obstacles. Particular instances
where this may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor. (Wiping the sensor will resolve
this problem.)
• The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the sensor will resolve this problem.)
• The sensor is covered in any way.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• When driving on bumpy, sloped or gravel roads, or over grass.
• If there is something producing ultrasonic waves nearby, such as
another vehicle’s horn, motorcycle engine noise, air braking sound
from heavy-duty vehicles, or another vehicle using the park assist sys-
tem.
• In heavy rain, or if water is splashed on the sensors.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• If a commercial fender pole or radio antenna is installed.
• If moving towards a high curb or a curb corner.
• If towing eyelet is installed on your vehicle.
• The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is
installed.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of
their shapes, signs and other objects may be judged by the sensor to be
closer than they are.

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The shape of the obstacle may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles.
• Thin objects such as wire, fencing or rope.
• Objects that absorb sound waves, such as cotton or snow.
• Objects with sharp corners.
• Low objects.
• Objects where the upper section projects out over the lower section.
CAUTION
When using the Toyota parking assist-sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.
Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 10 km/h (6 mph).
Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.
NOTICE
When washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.