2014 TOYOTA AVENSIS key battery

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Maintenance and care
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Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
Replacing the battery (vehicles without smart entry & start
system)
Lift the cover.
Insert the screw driver in the
slot and push down.
Remove the cover.
Insert the screw driver in the
bottom of the key and push
down.
STEP3
STEP1
STEP2

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If the key battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
The smart entry & start system and wireless remote control will not func-
tion properly.
The operational range is reduced.
Use the following types of lithium battery
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: CR1632
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: CR2016
Batteries can be purchased at any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional, jewelers, or camera
stores.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.
STEP3

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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
Certification for the smart entry & start system
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUC-
TIONS.
NOTICE
For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
Do not bend the battery terminals.
Please perform this operation in a clean environment to avoid garbage, oil,
etc. insertion in the key.

5When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 596
If your vehicle
needs to be towed .......... 597
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 607
Fuel pump shut off system
(gasoline engine) ............ 608
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 609
If a warning message is
displayed ........................ 616
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a
spare tire for sedan) ....... 640
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire for wagon)................. 654If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
emergency tire
puncture repair kit).......... 668
If the engine will not
start................................. 693
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ............... 696
If the parking brake
cannot be released ......... 697
If you lose your keys ......... 703
If you cannot operate the
trunk opener (sedan) ...... 704
If you cannot operate the
back door opener
(wagon)........................... 705
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ....... 706
If the battery is
discharged ...................... 709
If your vehicle overheats ... 714
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls (diesel
engine)............................ 718
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 719
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ...................... 721

636 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Power was turned
off due to the auto-
matic power off
function.Next time
when start-
ing the
engine,
increase
the engine
speed
slightly and
maintain
that level
for approxi-
mately 5
minutes to
recharge
the battery.
Sounds
onceThe electronic key
has a low battery.
(The message will
be shown for about
15 seconds.)Replace
the elec-
tronic key
battery.
(P. 556)
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If the engine will not start
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (P. 200, 205) or releasing the steering lock (P. 203,
207), 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. 718)
The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (P. 200, 205)
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 127)
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. 709)
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors and key linked functions
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
An alarm will sound if the alarm is
set. (P. 138)
For vehicles with smart entry & start system: If communication
between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted (P. 44) or the
electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the
smart entry & start system and wireless remote control cannot be
used. In such cases, the doors can be opened or the engine can be
started by following the procedure below.

708 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or “N” (man-
ual transmission) and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
Replacing the key battery
As this procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
(P. 556)
Alarm
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. (P. 138)
Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes
Automatic transmission
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. (P. 202)
Manual transmission
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the clutch pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. (P. 202)