2015 TOYOTA AVENSIS brake fluid

5188-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the temperature is
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 rough
● 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 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
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5208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a war ning light tur ns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
turn on or flash. If a light turns 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.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Brake system warning light (red indicator)Indicates that:
• Low brake fluid (warning buzzer)
• Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic Multidrive control system (if equipped);
• The emission control system (if equipped);
• DPF system (if equipped);
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
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6129-1. Specifications
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*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 294 N (30 kgf,66 lbf) while the engine is running
Clutch
Pedal free play5  15 mm (0.2  0.6 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Brakes
Pedal clearance*
Left-hand drive vehicles 83 mm (3.27 in.) Min.
Right-hand drive vehicles 71 mm (2.80 in.) Min.
Pedal free play 1  3 mm (0.04  0.12 in.)
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.18 in.)
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635Alphabetical index
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Audio system*......................... 308
Antenna................................. 320
Audio input ............................ 349
AUX port ............................... 349
Bluetooth
® audio ................... 364
CD player .............................. 321
iPod....................................... 332
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 321
Optimal use........................... 313
Portable music player ........... 312
Radio..................................... 315
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 311
USB memory......................... 341
Audio system (with navigation system)
*
Automatic air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter.............. 480
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 388
Automatic headlight leveling system...................... 239
Automatic High Beam ............. 269
Automatic light control
system .................................... 237
AUX port
*................................. 312
Auxiliary box ............................ 411
Back door ................................. 143 Wireless remote control key ...................................... 121
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ..... 498, 499
Wattage................................. 615 Battery
Battery checking ................... 453
If the battery is discharged.... 585
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 303
Bluetooth
®*............................. 374
Audio system ........................ 364
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 350
Registering/removing a Bluetooth
® device............... 357
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ................................. 358
Wireless communication ....... 350
Bluetooth
® audio*................... 364
Bluetooth® phone*
(audio system) ....................... 350 Deleting the call history......... 361
Making a call ......................... 368
Managing speed dials ........... 361
Managing the contacts.......... 362
Phone settings ...................... 358
Receiving a call..................... 370
Speaking on the phone ......... 371
Bottle holders .......................... 405
Brake Fluid ...................................... 612
Parking brake........................ 229
Warning light ................. 520, 521
Warning message ................. 527
Brake assist ............................. 297
Break-in tips ............................. 189
Brightness control Instrument light control......................... 106, 114
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*: For vehicles with navigation system or multimedia system, refer to
“Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.
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638Alphabetical index
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Emergency tire puncture repair kit ................................. 560
Engine “ACC” position....................... 210
Accessory mode ................... 215
Before stopping the engine (diesel engine) .................... 189
Compartment ........................ 443
Engine switch ................ 209, 212
Hood ..................................... 440
How to start the engine......................... 209, 212
Identification number............. 598
Idling time.............................. 189
If the engine will not start ...... 575
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 509
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 209, 212
Overheating .......................... 590
Engine compartment cover ....................................... 445
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 608
Checking ............................... 451
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 303
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................... 106
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 602
Checking ............................... 446
Oil pressure warning message ............................. 527
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 303 Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 449
Engine switch .................. 209, 212 Auto power off function ......... 216
Changing the engine switch mode .................................. 215
Changing the engine switch position .................... 210
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 509
Starting the engine........ 209, 212
Engine switch light
(ignition switch)..................... 399
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) Function ................................ 297
Warning light ......................... 521
Warning message ................. 531
First-aid kit storage belt .......... 408
Flat tire.............................. 544, 560
Floor mat .................................... 30
Fluid Brake .................................... 612
Clutch.................................... 612
Multidrive .............................. 610
Steering ................................ 612
Transmission ........................ 610
Washer ................................. 456
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs..... 494, 504
Switch ................................... 240
Wattage ................................ 615
Follow me home system ......... 236
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 494
Switch ................................... 240
Wattage ................................ 615
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