2016 TOYOTA AURIS TOURING SPORTS Owners Manual

5378-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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When trouble arises
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■ When towing the vehicle
■ To prevent causing serious damage to the Stop & Start system when
towing (vehicles with a Stop & Start system)
Never tow this vehicle with four wheels on the ground. Use a flatbed truck,
or lift up front or rear of the v ehicle by using a wheel-lift type truck.
■ While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eye-
lets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit peo-
ple, and cause serious damage.
● Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Do not turn the engine
switch to the “LOCK” position.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Do not turn the engine switch
off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
■ Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged.

5388-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)NOTICE
■
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
●Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from
the rear when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is
removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.
● Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear when the engine switch is off. The steering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle when using a flatbed truck
●Do not drive over wheel chocks, as doing so may damage the tires.
● Do not tie down the vehicle over any parts other than the tires (do not use
parts such as the suspension).
■ When towing a vehicle equipped with the Stop & Start system (if
equipped)
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: When it is necessary to tow
the vehicle with all 4 wheels contacting the ground, perform the following
procedure before towing the vehicle to protect the system.
Turn the engine switch off once, and then start the engine. If the engine
does not start, turn the engine switch to “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: When it is necessary to tow the
vehicle with all 4 wheels contacting the ground, perform the following proce-
dure before towing the vehicle to protect the system.
Turn the engine switch off once, and then start the engine. If the engine
does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.

5398-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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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 with a 3-ring meter: High engine coolant temperature
warning light comes on.
● Vehicles with a 2-ring meter: High engine coolant temperature
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

5408-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is
activated.
XVehicles without a smart entry & start system
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
Restart the engine.
XVehicles with a smart entry & start system
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode or turn it off.
Restart the engine.
Fuel pump shut off system (gasoline engine
only)
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or
when an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off
system stops the supply of fuel to the engine.
NOTICE
■Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
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5418-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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When trouble arises
If a war ning light tur ns 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.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioningThis 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.
→ 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.
(If equipped)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging 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.
(If equipped)
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
(If equipped)
High engine coolant temperature warning light
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. ( →P. 600)
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.

5428-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
Malfunction indicator lampIndicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic Multidrive (if equipped) control system
→ 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.
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
(Comes on in yellow) (If equipped)
Cruise control indicator
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
(Comes on in yellow) (If equipped)
Speed limiter indicator
Indicates a malfunction in the speed limiter system.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5438-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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When trouble arises
(Comes on)
Slip indicatorIndicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRC (Traction Control) system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the VSC or the TRC is operating.
(→ P. 329)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
(If equipped)
PCS warning light When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer sounds):
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety sys-
tem)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer does not
sound):
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) is tem-
porarily unavailable, possibly due to either of the following:
• The part of the windshield around the front sensor being
dirty, fogged up or covered with condensation, ice, stick-
ers, etc.
→ Clear the dirt, fog, condensation, ice, stickers, etc.
(→ P. 253)
• Front sensor temperature being outside of its opera-
tional range
→ Wait for a while until the area around the front sensor
has cooled down sufficiently.
When the warning light is illuminated:
Either the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system or PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety system) is disabled or both are dis-
abled.
→ To enable the PCS, enab le both the VSC system and
PCS. ( →P. 258, 330)
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Stop & Start cancel indicator
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system
(The Stop & Start cancel indicator will come on when the
system is canceled.: →P. 285)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
(If equipped)
Fuel filter warning lightIndicate that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel
filter has reached the specified level.
→ P. 484
(If equipped)
Low engine oil level warning light
Indicates that engine oil level is low, but does not indicate
a malfunction.
→ Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
(→ P. 469)
(If equipped)
Engine oil change reminder light
When the light flashes:
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to be changed.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the oil mainte-
nance date has been reset).
→ Check the engine oil, and change if necessary. After
changing the engine oil, the oil change system
should be reset. ( →P. 474)
When the light comes on:
Indicates that the engine oil should be changed.
After the engine oil is changed and the oil maintenance
data has been reset.
→ Check and change the engine oil, and oil filter by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional. After changing
the engine oil, the oil chan ge system should be reset.
( → P. 474)
(If equipped)
DPF system warning light
• Indicates that the DPF catalytic converter needs to be
cleaned due to repeated short trips and/or low-speed
driving.
• Indicates that the amount of accumulated deposits in the
DPF catalytic converter has reached the specified level.
→ To clean with DPF catalytic converter, drive the vehi-
cle at a speed of 65 km/h (40 mph) or greater for 20 to
30 minutes as much as possible until the DPF system
warning light turns off
*2.
Do not turn off the engine as much as possible until
the DPF system warning light turns off.
If it is not possible to drive the vehicle at speeds of 65
km/h (40 mph) or greater, or the DPF system warning
light does not turn off even after driving for more than
30 minutes, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions