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1593-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
CAUTION
Head restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.
Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure
they are locked in position.
Do not drive with the head restraints removed.
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1834-1. Before driving
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
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Driving
Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load:
CAUTION
Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:
Receptacles containing gasoline
Aerosol cans
Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly,
may block the driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or pas-
sengers, possibly causing an accident.
Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.
Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than
the seatbacks.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
Secure all items in the occupant compartment.
When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.
Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed
for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-
erly fastened.
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2234-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
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Driving
Guide to dial settings
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) secures excellent visibility at
intersections and on curves by automatically adjusting the direction of
the light axis of the headlights according to vehicle speed and the
degree of the tire’s angle as controlled by steering input.
AFS operates at speeds of 10 km/h (6 mph) or higher.
Deactivating AFS
Turn on the “AFS OFF” switch.
The indicator turns on when the
AFS is deactivated.
Occupancy and luggage load conditionsDial positionOccupantsLuggage load
DriverNone0
Driver and front passen-
gerNone0
All seats occupiedNone1.5
All seats occupiedFull luggage loading2.5
DriverFull luggage loading3.5
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
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3055-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
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Interior features
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.
Turn clockwise to increase the temperature and turn
counterclockwise to decrease the temperature.
When is pressed (the indicator is on) or the passenger’s side
temperature control dial is turned, the temperature for the driver and pas-
senger seats can be adjusted separately.
Automatic mode indicator
If fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the automatic
mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for functions
other than that operated are maintained.
To adjust the fan speed, press “” on to increase the fan
speed and “” to decrease the fan speed.
Press to turn the fan off.
To adjust the temperature setting, turn clockwise to increase
the temperature and turn counterclockwise to decrease the
temperature.
When is pressed (the indicator is on) or the passenger’s side
temperature control dial is turned, the temperature for the driver and pas-
senger seats can be adjusted separately.
Using the automatic air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings manually
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3745-4. Using the storage features
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
Rear position
Install the partition net unit
behind the rear seats to the
anchors on the side deck.
When the partition net unit is
secured, the lock release but-
tons are pushed in and the red
marking on the button's sidewall
is not visible.
Open the anchor covers on
both sides.
Pull out the net, push in the
left and right hooks and
engage them to the anchors.
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3986-1. Maintenance and care
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
NOTICE
Cleaning detergents
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.
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620Alphabetical index
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
Back door ................................ 149
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulb............... 463
Wattage................................. 601
Battery ...................................... 420
Battery checking ................... 420
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 570
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 285
Warning light ................. 492, 508
Bluetooth
®
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)*
Navigation/multimedia system*
Bottle holders........................... 361
Brake
Emergency brake signal ....... 276
Fluid ...................................... 598
Parking brake ........................ 218
Warning light ......................... 491
Brake assist.............................. 276
Break-in tips ............................ 175
Brightness control
Meter light control ............. 93, 98Care................................... 392, 396
Aluminum wheels.................. 393
Exterior ................................. 392
Interior................................... 396
Seat belts .............................. 397
Cargo hooks............................. 365
CD player .................................. 322
Chains....................................... 287
Child restraint system ............... 51
Baby seats, definition.............. 51
Baby seats, installation ........... 61
Child seats, definition.............. 51
Child seats, installation ........... 61
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors ......................... 65
Installing CRS with
seat belts .............................. 61
Installing CRS with top strap... 66
Junior seats, definition ............ 51
Junior seats, installation ......... 63
Child safety ................................ 50
Airbag precautions .................. 40
Battery precautions ............... 576
Child restraint system ............. 51
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 35
Installing child restraints ......... 60
Panoramic roof shade
precautions ......................... 390
Power window lock switch .... 166
Power window precautions ... 169
Rear door child-protectors .... 148
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ............. 445
Seat belt precautions .............. 37
Seat heater precautions........ 385
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623Alphabetical index
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ...... 527
Vehicles without a spare
tire....................................... 540
Floor mats .................................. 30
Fluid
Brake..................................... 598
Clutch .................................... 597
Multidrive............................... 596
Washer.................................. 423
Fog lights.................................. 230
Replacing light bulbs ............. 463
Switch ................................... 230
Wattage................................. 601
Follow me home system ......... 222
Front fog lights ........................ 230
Replacing light bulbs ............. 463
Switch ................................... 230
Wattage................................. 601
Front personal lights ............... 357
Front position lights ................ 220
Light switch ........................... 220
Replacing light bulbs ............. 476
Front seats ............................... 153
Adjustment ............................ 153
Cleaning ................................ 396
Correct driving posture............ 32
Head restraints...................... 158
Seat heaters.......................... 384
Front turn signal lights............ 217
Replacing light bulbs ............. 476
Turn signal lever ................... 217
Wattage................................. 601Fuel ........................................... 238
Capacity ................................ 590
Fuel filter ....................... 424, 580
Fuel gauge ........................ 90, 95
Fuel pump shut off system.... 490
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 580
Information ............................ 602
Refueling............................... 238
Type .............................. 238, 590
Warning light ......................... 494
Fuel filler door.......................... 238
Refueling............................... 238
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 490
Fuses ........................................ 446
Gauges ................................. 90, 95
Gear Shift Indicator ................. 215
Glove box ................................. 360
Grocery bag hooks .................. 365
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)*
Head restraints ........................ 158
Headlights ................................ 220
Adaptive Front-lighting
System (AFS) ..................... 223
Automatic High Beam
system ................................ 226
Discharge headlights
precautions ......................... 478
Follow me home system ....... 222
Light switch ........................... 220
Replacing light bulbs............. 463
Wattage ................................ 601
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.