2013 TOYOTA AVENSIS steering

620 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
(Flashes)Cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
P. 275
(Flashes)Dynamic radar cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar cruise control
system.
P. 281
(Flashes)Speed limiter indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the speed limiter system.
P. 300
Electric power steering warning light
When the battery is low or when the voltage drops temporarily, the electric
power steering warning light may come on.
CAUTION
When the electric power steering warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, firmly
hold and operate it using more force than usual.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

626 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warn-
ings 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 pro-
fessional immediately.
Warning messageDetails
(If equipped)Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the shift
lever to P and wait until the light goes off. If the
light goes off, you may start the vehicle again.
(If equipped)Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock
system
Indicates a malfunction in the emergency brake
signal

646 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Sounds
once
(Flashes)The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
being pressed. Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch
while
depressing
the brake
pedal and
moving the
steering
wheel left
and right.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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689
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
If the engine will not start
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (P. 210, 215) or releasing the steering lock (P. 213,
217), confirm the following points.
The engine will not start even if you are carrying the correct
key
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Gasoline engine: Refuel the vehicle.
Diesel engine: (P. 713)
The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (P. 210, 215)
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 135)
The starter motor turns over slowly, the personal/interior
lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or
sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 705)
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

690 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with smart
entry & start system)
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(P. 691)
The starter motor does not turn over, the personal/interior
lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not
sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 705)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with smart entry & start system)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.

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717 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
CAUTION
If the engine has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Never attempt to remove the
key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: Stop the engine
by turning the engine switch to
the “ACC” position.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.STEP4
STEP5

738 6-1. Specifications
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Clutch
Brakes
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110
lbf) while the engine is running
Steering
Pedal free play 5  15 mm (0.2  0.6 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Pedal clearance*
Left-hand drive vehicles
Right-hand drive vehicles59 mm (2.32 in.) Min.
58 mm (2.28 in.) Min.
Pedal free play 1  6 mm (0.04  0.24 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.18 in.)

743 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)Compact spare tire
Tire size T145/70D17 106M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 60 psi)
Wheel size 17  4T
Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
NOTICE
ECO pressure
For optimizing fuel economy, ECO tire pressure is recommended. Tire pres-
sure affects traveling comfort, road noise and steering characteristics.