2015 TOYOTA AVENSIS ignition

6099-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system (gasoline engine)
Spark plug
Make DENSO SC20HR11
Gap 1.1 mm (0.043 in.)NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
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630What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your keys or mechanical keys, new genuine keys or mechanical
keys can be made by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional. (→P. 122)
●Vehicles with smart entry & start system
If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately. ( →P. 122)
●Is the key battery weak or depleted? ( →P. 482)
●Vehicles with smart entry & start system
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( →P. 215)
●Vehicles with smart entry & start system
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( →P. 123, 152)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is
set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector
lock. ( →P. 136)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
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631What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Vehicles with Multidrive
Is the shift lever in P? (→P. 209)
●Vehicles with manual transmission
Do you turn the key with the clutch pedal depressed firmly? ( →P. 209)
●Is the battery discharged? ( →P. 585)
●Vehicles with Multidrive
Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→ P. 212)
●Vehicles with manual transmission
Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the clutch pedal?
(→ P. 212)
●Vehicles with Multidrive
Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 212)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 149)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( →P. 216)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( →P. 582)
●Is the battery discharged? ( →P. 585)
●Vehicles without smart entry & start system
Is the engine switch in the “ON” position?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in the “ON” position. ( →P. 577)
●Vehicles with smart entry & start system
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( →P. 577)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
(vehicles without smart entry & start system)
The engine does not start
(vehicles with smart entry & start system)
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal (vehicles with Multidrive)
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●Vehicles without smart entry & start system
It is locked to prevent theft of the vehicle if the key is removed from the
engine switch. (→P. 210)
●Vehicles with smart entry & start system
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 216)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 182)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not operating) for a period of
time. ( →P. 216)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( →P. 522)
●The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 229)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( → P. 520, 527)
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
(vehicles with smart entry & start system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
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●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (→P. 89)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine.
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( →P. 527)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 520, 527.
●Vehicles without spare tire
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and repair the flat tire temporarily with the
emergency tire puncture repair kit. ( →P. 560)
●Vehicles with spare tire
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
(→ P. 544)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. ( →P. 593)
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds (if equipped)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with smart entry & start system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck
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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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High mounted stoplightReplacing .............................. 504
Hill-start assist control ............ 297
Hood.......................................... 440 Warning buzzer ....................... 89
Hooks Cargo hooks.................. 408, 410
Coat hooks ............................ 423
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............................. 30
Horn .......................................... 174
Identification Engine ................................... 599
Vehicle .................................. 598
Idling time................................. 189
Ignition switch (engine switch) .............. 209, 212Auto 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
Ignition switch light (engine switch light).............. 399
Illuminated entry system......... 401
Immobilizer system ................... 78
Indicators.................................... 98
Initialization Engine oil maintenance data..................................... 449
Items to initialize ................... 628
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 461 Inside rear view mirror ............ 176
Instrument panel/
cluster light control....... 106, 114
Intercooler ................................ 453
Interior lights............................ 399 Switch ................................... 400
Wattage ................................ 615
Intrusion sensor ........................ 92
ISOFIX rigid anchors ........... 69, 75
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 442
Vehicle-equipped jack ..................... 545, 546, 561
Jack handle .............. 545, 546, 561
Jam protection function Panoramic roof shade........... 421
Power windows ..................... 183
Keyless entry Smart entry & start system ........................ 148
Wireless remote control ........ 121
Keys .......................................... 120 Battery-saving function ......... 152
Electronic key ....................... 120
Engine switch................ 209, 212
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 582
If you lose your keys ............. 122
Key number plate.................. 120
Keyless entry ........................ 121
Keys ...................................... 120
Mechanical key ..................... 120
Replacing the battery ............ 482
Warning buzzer..................... 150
Wireless remote control key...................................... 121
Knee airbag ................................ 39
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SensorAutomatic headlight system ................................ 237
Automatic High Beam system ................................ 269
Inside rear view mirror .......... 178
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 263
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 244
Service reminder indicators ................................ 98
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P” .............. 577
Manual transmission ............. 225
Multidrive............................... 219
Shift lock system ..................... 577
Side airbags ............................... 39
Side doors ................................ 132
Side mirrors.............................. 179
Adjusting and folding............. 179
Heaters ......................... 384, 391
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 502
Turn signal lever ................... 228
Wattage................................. 615
Smart entry & start system ..... 148 Antenna location ................... 148
Entry function ........ 132, 139, 143
Starting the engine ................ 212
Snow tires................................. 303
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 613
Storage location ............ 545, 546
Spark plug ................................ 609
Specifications .......................... 596
Speed limiter ............................ 283
Speedometer ............................ 105 Sport mode............................... 220
SRS airbags ............................... 39
Steering lock .................... 210, 216
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................ 174
Audio switches ...................... 311
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Meter control switches .......... 112
Telephone switches .............. 356
Stop/tail lights .......................... 504
Stop lights Emergency brake signal ....... 298
Replacing light bulbs............. 504
Wattage ................................ 615
Storage feature ........................ 402
Storage precautions ................ 402
Stuck If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 593
Sun visors ................................ 417
Switch Audio remote control switches.............................. 311
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 269
Cruise control switch............. 280
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Door lock switch.................... 135
Driving mode select switch ... 220
Driving position memory switches.............................. 170
Emergency flasher switch ..... 508
Engine switch................ 209, 212
Fog light switch ..................... 240
Intrusion sensor cancel switch ................................... 92
Ignition switch ............... 209, 212
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