2014 TOYOTA AVENSIS towing

348 2-5. Driving information
AVENSIS_OM_OM20B88E_(EE)Transmission information
Multidrive or automatic transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “D”. Select an appropriate
gear in “M” mode.
Manual transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “6”.
If the engine overheats...
Towing a loaded trailer up a long steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating. If the
engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the engine is
overheating, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the
road and stop the vehicle in a safe place. (P. 714)
When parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under the wheels of both the vehicle
and trailer. Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to
“P” for Multidrive or automatic transmission, and “1” or “R” for man-
ual transmission.

349 2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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CAUTION
Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long downhill grades.
Operation of the brake
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.

479 3-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
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The front bottle holder (type B) can be moved
NOTICE
Items that should not be stowed in the bottle holders
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-
tle holders, or glasses and paper cups containing liquid. The contents may
spill and glasses may break.
The position can be altered by sliding
back and forth.
Bottle holders

505 3-5. Other interior features
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Interior features
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The cargo hooks can be moved (vehicles with deck rail)
Stowing the luggage cover (vehicles without deck rail)
Pushing and holding the center switch
allows the cargo hooks to be moved for-
wards and backwards.
Remove the side deck board and open
the rear deck board.
Move the release lever towards the left
side of the auxiliary box, and set into the
auxiliary box.
Pull the front edge of the luggage cover
out a small amount, and fold it forward to
store.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

506 3-5. Other interior features
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Stowing the separation net (vehicles without deck rail)
CAUTION
While driving
Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such items may be thrown
about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking, sud-
den swerving or an accident.
When the cargo hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their positions when they
are not in use.
Remove the side deck boards and open
the rear deck board.
Move the separation net hook towards
the forwards underside and set the sepa-
ration net into the auxiliary box.STEP1
STEP2

533 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing,
or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic

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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, before towing.
The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, such as a commercial towing service,
using a lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the front, the vehicle’s rear wheels and axles must be
in good condition. (P. 604)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

598 5-1. Essential information
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Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelets or hook. This should only be attempted on hard, sur-
faced roads for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing eyelets (front)
Towing hook (rear)