2012 TOYOTA URBAN CRUISER warning light

194 2-2. Instrument cluster
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 427)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position (vehicles without a smart entry & start system) or the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a 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 come 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 indicator flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The indicator comes on to indicate a malfunction.
*4: The indicator comes on to indicate that the system is off.
*5: The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction.
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engine)
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engine)(diesel
engine)(if equipped)(4WD
models)
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195 2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS or SRS 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 immediately if
this occurs.

5When trouble arises
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URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 416
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 417
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 425
Fuel pump shut off system
(gasoline engine) ............ 4265-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 427
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire) ................................. 437
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles without a spare
tire) ................................. 452
If the engine will not
start................................. 468
If you lose your keys ......... 470
If you cannot operate
the back door opener...... 471
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ....... 472
If the battery is
discharged ...................... 475
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 481
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls
(diesel engine) ................ 485
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 488
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ...................... 490

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427
When trouble arises
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
*:Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately
5 km/h (3 mph) or more.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.

428 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, immedi-
ately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
High engine coolant temperature warning light
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating (P. 481)

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429 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• Emission control system (if equipped);
•
D.P.F control system (diesel engine)
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system (vehicles with the VSC)
Electric power steering warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system.
(Flashes)
andVSC OFF and slip indicators (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRC
(Comes on)Active Torque Control 4WD system warning light (4WD
models)
Indicates a malfunction in the Active Torque Control 4WD
system (When the light flashes P. 430)
Fuel filter warning light (diesel engine)
Indicates that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel
filter has reached the specified level.

430 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
Indicates that a door is not
fully closed.Check that all doors are
closed.
Low fuel level warning
light
Refuel the vehicle. Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 6.3 L (1.7
gal., 1.4 Imp. gal.) or less
(gasoline engine)
Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 6.2 L (1.6
gal., 1.3 Imp. gal.) or less
(diesel engine)
(On the instru-
ment cluster)Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt.Fasten the seat belt.

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431 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
URBAN CRUISER_EE (OM52C21E)
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(On the center
panel)Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt.Fasten the seat belt.
(On the instru-
ment cluster)Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
Warn the rear passengers
to fasten their seat beltsFasten the seat belt.
(Flashes)Active Torque Control
4WD system warning light
(4WD models)
Indicates that the driveline
temperature is too high.
(When the light comes on.
P. 428)Reduce vehicle speed (until
the light goes off) or stop
the vehicle at a safe place
and allow the engine to idle
until the light goes off.
Low engine oil level warn-
ing light
(diesel engine)
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.