2015 TOYOTA AURIS brake fluid

17Pictorial index
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)Drive monitor display
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 90
Multi-information display
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 95
When a warning message or indicator is displayed . . . . . . . . P. 507
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 286
Warning buzzer/message
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 507
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 217
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Front fog lights
*1/rear fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 232
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 232
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 423
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 480
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 405
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 160
Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 160
Heater system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 290
Air conditioning system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 295, 304
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 290, 295, 304
Rear window defogger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 314
Audio system
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 316
Navigation/multimedia system
*1, 3
Trip information/past record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 109
Tire pressure warning reset switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 428
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with a multi-information display
*3: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.
*4: Vehicles with a Multidrive
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23Pictorial index
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)Drive monitor display
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 90
Multi-information display
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 95
When a warning message or indicator is displayed . . . . . . . . P. 507
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 286
Warning buzzer/message
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 507
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 217
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 220
Front fog lights
*1/rear fog light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 232
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 232
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 423
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 480
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 405
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 160
Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 160
Heater system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 290
Air conditioning system
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 295, 304
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 295, 304
Rear window defogger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 314
Audio system
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 316
Navigation/multimedia system
*1, 3
Trip information/past record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 109
Tire pressure warning reset switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 428
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with a multi-information display
*3: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.
*4: Vehicles with a Multidrive
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1824-1. Before driving
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
NOTICE
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 depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (P. 527, 540)
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
Engine stalling
Short in electrical components
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional check the following:
Brake function
Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, transmission fluid, etc.
Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

4006-2. Maintenance
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
Where to go for maintenance service?
In order to maintain your vehicle in the best possible condition, Toyota recom-
mends that maintenance service operations as well as other inspections and
repairs be carried out by authorized Toyota dealers or repairers or other duly
qualified and equipped professionals. For repairs and services covered by
your warranty, please visit an authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, who will
use genuine Toyota parts in repairing any difficulties you may encounter.
There can also be advantages in utilizing authorized Toyota dealers or repair-
ers for non-warranty repairs and services, as members of the Toyota network
will be able to expertly assist you with any difficulties you may encounter.
Your Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional will perform all of the scheduled maintenance on your vehicle reliably
and economically due to their experience with Toyota vehicles.
Does your vehicle need repair?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs
that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are:
Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
Appreciable loss of power
Strange engine noises
A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air condi-
tioning after use is normal.)
Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide
leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked
immediately.)
Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear
Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on a level road
Strange noises related to suspension movement
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal or clutch pedal
(vehicles with a manual transmission), pedal almost touches the floor, vehi-
cle pulls to one side when braking
Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as
soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.

4036-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Washer fluid (P. 423)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding
water or washer fluid)
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
When working on the engine compartment
Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the
affected area with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, consult a doctor.
When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system:
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tem-
perature is high. (P. 419)
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system:
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tem-
perature is high. (P. 419)
ItemsParts and tools

4046-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Auris Touring Sports_EE (OM12G98E)
CAUTION
Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

4897-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
Vehicles without a multi-information display: High engine coolant
temperature warning light comes on.
Vehicles with a multi-information display: High engine coolant tem-
perature gauge needle continually points higher than normal.
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4917-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with
the vehicle having reached a speed of 5 km/h [3 mph]).
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake booster system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.