2013 TOYOTA AVENSIS power steering

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When driving
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CAUTION
If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and
check that the trunk or back door is closed.
Large amounts of exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and
an accident, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately.
On vehicles with a Multidrive or automatic transmission, do not shift the
shift lever to “P” while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
Do not shift the shift lever to “R” while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
Do not shift the shift lever to “D” (vehicles with a Multidrive or automatic
transmission) or “1” (vehicles with a manual transmission) while the vehi-
cle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
Moving the shift lever to “N” while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when “N” is
selected.
During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 716

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NOTICE
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a
long time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
Diesel engine only: Make sure to idle the engine immediately after high-
speed driving or hill climbing. Stop the engine only after the turbocharger
has cooled down.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger.
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear indicators)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as soon as
possible.
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded.
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. (P. 648, 662, 676)

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If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 135)
When the steering lock cannot be released
When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional, immediately.
Auto power off function
Vehicles with a Multidrive or automatic transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the
shift lever in “P”, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically
turn OFF.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour, the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically turn OFF.
Electronic key battery depletion
P. 4 6
When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 702
The green indicator light on the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch will flash. To free it,
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
while turning the steering wheel slightly in
either direction.

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Conditions affecting operation
P. 4 4
Note for the smart entry & start system
P. 4 7
CAUTION
When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Stopping the engine in an emergency
If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle,
press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for more than 3 seconds,
or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession.
However, do not touch the “ENGINE START STOP” switch while driving
except in an emergency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause
loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will
be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull
over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode for long periods without the engine running.
When starting the engine
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
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Driving assist systems
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-
tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if
the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface.
Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
TRC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the front wheels from spin-
ning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads.
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn
the steering wheel.
VSC+ (Vehicle Stability Control+)
Provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRC, VSC and EPS.
Helps to maintain directional stability when swerving on slippery road
surfaces by controlling steering performance.
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety) (if equipped)
P. 333
Emergency brake signal (if equipped)
When the brakes are applied suddenly, the stop lights automatically
flash to alert the vehicle behind.

3Interior features
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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types .......... 383
Using the radio ................. 391
Using the CD player ......... 398
Playing back MP3
and WMA discs............... 406
Operating an iPod............. 416
Operating a USB
memory........................... 426
Optimal use of the
audio system .................. 436
Using the AUX port ........... 438
Using the steering
wheel audio switches...... 439
Bluetooth
® audio/phone.... 442
Using the Bluetooth®
audio/phone .................... 449
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player .............................. 455
Making a phone call.......... 459
Using the “SET UP” menu
(“Bluetooth” menu).......... 465
Using the “SET UP”
menu (“TEL” menu) ........ 471
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list................ 478
• Personal/interior light
main switch ..................... 479
• Personal/interior lights .... 479
• Personal lights ................ 4803-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 481
• Glove box ....................... 482
• Console box.................... 483
• Overhead console .......... 484
• Cup holders .................... 485
• Bottle holders.................. 486
• Coin box ......................... 488
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors ......................... 489
Vanity mirror ..................... 490
Ashtray.............................. 491
Cigarette lighter ................ 492
Power outlet ...................... 493
Seat heaters ..................... 494
Armrest ............................. 496
Trunk/luggage
compartment storage
extension ........................ 497
Panoramic roof shade
(wagon)........................... 498
Rear sunshade
(sedan) ........................... 501
Rear side sunshades
(sedan) ........................... 502
Floor mats ......................... 503
Trunk features (sedan) ..... 505
Luggage compartment
features (wagon)............. 507

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the power
Press when the audio system is turned off.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Vo l u m e
Radio mode:
Select radio stations
CD mode:
Select tracks and files
(MP3 and WMA)
iPod mode: Selects a song
USB memory mode:
Selects a file and folder
Bluetooth
® audio mode (if
equipped):
Selects a track and
album
Power on, select audio
source

575 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
6ALT120 A
*2
RDI FAN, CDS FAN, H-LP CLN,
PWR SEAT LH, FUEL OPN, ABS
NO.1, ABS NO.2, FR DEICER,
PSB, HTR, STV HTR, PWR OUT-
LET, HTR SUB NO.1, HTR SUB
NO.2, HTR SUB NO.3, ECU-IG
NO.2, HTR-IG, WIPER, RR
WIPER, WASHER, ECU-IG NO.1,
ECU-IG NO.3, SEAT HTR, AM1,
DOOR, STOP, P FR DOOR,
POWER, RR DOOR, RL DOOR,
OBD, ACC-B, RR FOG, FR FOG,
TI & TE, SHADE, PWR SEAT RH,
DEF, TAIL, DRL 140 A
*1
7 EPS 80 A Electric power steering
8GLOW
*180 A Engine glow system
9P-SYSTEM
*230 A VALVEMATIC system
10 EFI MAIN
*150 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, EFI NO.1, EFI NO.2
11 P/I 50 A EFI MAIN, HORN, IG2, EDU
12 H-LP MAIN 50 AH-LP LH LO, H-LP RH LO, H-LP
LH HI, H-LP RH HI
13 E-PKB 30 A Electric parking brake
14 SPARE 10 A Spare fuse
15 SPARE 30 A Spare fuse
16 SPARE 20 A Spare fuse
17 AMP 30 A Audio system
FuseAmpereCircuit