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3765-5. Other interior features
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)
The outside temperature is displayed when
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
When the vehicle is stopped, or moving at low speeds (less than 15 km/h [9
mph]).
When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
When the outside temperature display flashes
Vehicles without a multi-information display: If the outside temperature is
3°C (37°F) or less, the temperature display flashes 10 times, and then illu-
minates.
Vehicles with multi-information display: If the outside temperature is 3°C
(37.4F) or less, the ice warning indicator flashes 10 times, and then
illuminates.
When “--C” is displayed
The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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4206-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)
You may drain the fuel filter yourself. However, as the operation is dif-
ficult, we recommend having it drained by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. Even if you decide to drain it yourself, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Vehicles without a multi-information display
The water in the fuel filter needs to be drained if the fuel filter warn-
ing light comes on and a buzzer sounds. (P. 480)
Vehicles with a multi-information display
When the “DRAIN WATER FROM FUEL FILTER” warning mes-
sage is shown on the multi-information display and a buzzer
sounds. (P. 500)
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine
switch to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine
switch off.
Place a small tray under the drain plug to catch the water and
any fuel that comes out.
Fuel filter (diesel engine only)
1
2
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467
7When trouble arises
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 468
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 4697-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 471
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 477
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................. 478
If a warning light turns
on or a warning
buzzer sounds ................. 479
If a warning message or
indicator is displayed ....... 492
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire) .................................. 512
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire
puncture repair kit)........... 524
If the engine will not
start.................................. 548
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ............. 550
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........ 551
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ....................... 554
If your vehicle overheats .... 561
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls............... 564
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................ 565
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4777-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)
7
When trouble arises
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
Vehicles without a multi-information display: High engine coolant
temperature warning light comes on.
Vehicles with a multi-information display: High engine coolant tem-
perature gauge needle continually points higher than normal.
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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4797-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)
7
When trouble arises
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:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with
the vehicle having reached a speed of 5 km/h [3 mph]).
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes 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.
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake booster 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.
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4807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)
The following warning indicates 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.
Failure 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.
Stop the vehicle immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light (vehicles without a
multi-information display)
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Low engine oil pressure warning light (vehicles without
a multi-information display)
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
andHigh engine coolant temperature warning light (vehicles
without a multi-information display)
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (P. 561)
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic Multidrive control system (if equipped)
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4817-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)
7
When trouble arises
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
(Flashes)
Stop & Start cancel indicator (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system
(Comes on)
Slip indicator (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC, the TRC or the hill-start
assist control system is operating.
(Comes on in
yellow)
Automatic High Beam indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Automatic High Beam sys-
tem.
(Flashes)
“AFS OFF” indicator (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the adaptive front-lighting sys-
tem
Warning lightWarning light/Details
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4827-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G12E)
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light goes off.
Fuel filter warning light (if equipped)
Indicate that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel
filter has reached the specified level.
(Comes on in
yellow)
Cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
(Comes on in
yellow)
Speed limiter indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the speed limiter system.
(Flashes in
yellow for 15
seconds)Smart entry & start system indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry & start system.
Follow the correction procedures.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer) (vehicles
without a multi-information
display)
*1
Indicates that a door is not
fully closed
Check that all the doors are
closed.
Low fuel level warning
light
Indicates remaining fuel is
approximately 7.5 L (2.0
gal., 1.6 Imp. gal.) or less
Refuel the vehicle.