2015 TOYOTA AVENSIS fog light

1884-1. Before driving
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XMultidrive
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D
or M.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
XManual transmission
With the parking brake set and the clutch pedal fully depressed,
shift the shift lever to 1.
Lightly depress the accelerator pedal at the same time as gradually
releasing the clutch pedal.
The parking brake will automatically release. (→P. 229)
■When starting off on a uphill
The hill-start assist control is available. ( →P. 297)
■ Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
● Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
● Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■ Engine speed while driving (vehicles with Multidrive)
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to
meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.
● The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
● When the accelerator pedal is released
● When the brake pedal is depressed while sport mode is selected.
● When the vehicle suddenly decelerates because the brake pedal is
depressed
Starting off on a steep uphill
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2384-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Automatic light off system
XVehicles without smart entry & start system
● When the light switch is in the “AUTO” position, the headlight and all the
lights turn off automatically if the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position.
● When the light switch is in the position, the front fog lights turn off
automatically if the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
● When the light switch is in the
position, the headlights and front fog
lights turn off automatically if the engine switch is turned to “ACC” or “LOCK”
position.
The front position and tail lights turn off automatically after 20 minutes.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, or turn
the light switch to the position once and then back to the or
position.
XVehicles with smart entry & start system
● When the light switch is in the “AUTO” position, the headlight and all the
lights turn off automatically if the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY
mode or turned off.
● When the light switch is in the position, the front fog lights turn off
automatically if the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned
off.
● When the light switch is in the
position, the headlights and front fog
lights turn off automatically if the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY
mode or turned off.
The front position and tail lights turn off automatically after 20 minutes.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, or
turn the light switch to the position once and then back to the or
position.
■ Light reminder buzzer
XVehicles without smart entry & start system
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC”
position and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on.
XVehicles with smart entry & start system
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off or to ACCESSORY
mode and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned on.
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2404-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Fog light switch∗
XFront and rear fog light switchThe front and rear fog
lights turn off.
The front fog lights turn on.
Both front and rear fog
lights turn on.
Releasing the switch ring
returns it to .
Operating the switch ring
again turns only the rear fog
light off.
∗: If equipped
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving con-
ditions, such as in rain or fog.
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2414-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
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XRear fog light switchRear fog light turns off.
Rear fog light turns on.
Releasing the switch ring
returns it to .
Operating the switch ring
again turns only the rear fog
light off.
■Fog lights can be used when
XVehicles with a front and rear fog light switch
Front fog lights: The headlights or front position lights are turned on.
Rear fog light: The front fog lights are turned on.
XVehicles with a rear fog light switch
The headlights or front position lights are turned on.
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2454-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
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Windshield wiper features
The rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn on
when you operate the wipers.
WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your
fingers or anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clean it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
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2544-5. Toyota Safety Sense
AVENSIS_OM_OM20C20E_(EE)NOTICE
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Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.
● If the part of the windshield in front of the front sensor is fogged up or cov-
ered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove the
fog, condensation or ice.
● Keep the windshield clean at all times.
The pre-crash safety system may not function properly if the windshield is
dirty or covered with an oily film, water droplets, snow, etc.
If the inner side of the windshield where the front sensor is installed is dirty,
do not attempt to remove the front sensor. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another dul y qualified and equipped professional.
● If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another dul y qualified and equipped professional.
● Do not install an antenna in front of the sensor.
● Do not spill liquid onto the sensor.
● Do not allow bright lights to shine into the sensor.
● Do not damage or let the lenses of the front sensor get dirty.
When cleaning the inner side of the windshield, do not let glass cleaner
contact the lenses. Also, do not touch the lenses.
For proper care of the lenses of the front sensor, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
● Do not change the installation position or direction of the sensor or remove
it. The direction of the sensor is precisely adjusted.
● Do not subject the sensor to strong impact or disassemble it.
● Do not install an electronic device or device that emits strong electric
waves near the front sensor.
● Do not place reflective objects on top of the instrument panel.
●Do not install or attach anything to the
inner side of the windshield under the
front sensor (shaded area in the illustra-
tion).
A: Approximately 10 cm (4.0 in.) (Start-
ing from the bottom of the front sensor)
B: Approximately 20 cm (7.9 in.)
(Approximately 10 cm [4.0 in.] to the
right and left from the center of the front
sensor)
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2604-5. Toyota Safety Sense
AVENSIS_OM_OM20C20E_(EE)When a very bright light, such as the sun or the headlights of oncoming
traffic, shines directly into the front sensor
When driving in inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a
sand storm
When the surrounding area is dark, such as while in a tunnel or during
nighttime
■ If the PCS warning light flashes and a warning message is displayed on
the multi-information display
The pre-crash safety system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be
a malfunction in the system.
●In the following situations, the indicator and message will be cleared and the
system will become operational when normal operating conditions return:
• When the area around the front sensor is hot, such as after the vehicle
has been parked in the sun
• When the windshield is fogged up or covered with condensation or ice
• If the area in front of the front sens or is obstructed, such as when the
hood is open
● If the PCS warning light continues to flash or the warning message is not
cleared, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
■ If TRC and VSC are disabled
●If TRC and VSC are disabled ( →P. 299), the pre-crash brake assist and pre-
crash braking functions are also disabled. However, the pre-crash warning
function will still operate.
● The PCS warning light will turn on and a warning message will be displayed
on the multi-information display. ( →P. 534)
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2664-5. Toyota Safety Sense
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Conditions in which the func tion may not operate correctly
In the following situations, the front sensor may be unable to recognize lane
markers causing the lane departure warning function to operate incorrectly.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
● When driving through an area, such as a tollbooth, a crossing or before a
ticket checkpoint
● When driving on a sharp curve
● When lane markers are extremel y narrow or extremely wide
● When the vehicle leans to one side an unusual amount due to a heavy load
or improper tire inflation pressure
● When the following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is
extremely short
● When the lane markers are yellow (These may be more difficult for the sys-
tem to recognize compared to white markers.)
● When the lane markers are broken, Botts’ dots (raised pavement markers)
or stones
● When the lane markers are on a curb etc.
● When lane markers are obscured or part ially obscured by sand, dirt, etc.
● When there are shadows on the road running parallel with lane markers, or
if a shadow covers the lane markers
● When driving on a particularly bright road surface, such as concrete
● When driving on a road surface that is bright due to reflected light
● When driving in a location where the light level changes rapidly, such as the
entrance to or exit from a tunnel
● When sunlight or the headlights of oncoming vehicles are shining directly
into the camera lens
● When driving on roads that are branching or merging
● When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, previous rainfall,
standing water, etc.
● When the vehicle experiences strong up-and-down motion such as when
driving on an extremely rough road or on a seam in the pavement
● When headlight brightness at nighttime is reduced due to dirt on the lenses,
or when the headlights are misaligned
● When driving on winding roads or roads that are uneven
● When driving on rough or unpaved roads
● When the windshield is dirty, or if raindrops, condensation or ice are adher-
ing to the windshield.
● When the heater is blowing to the feet, the upper part of the windshield may
get fogged up and have a negative effect.
● When cleaning the inside of the windshi eld, touching the lens or getting
glass cleaner on the lens may have a negative effect.
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