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VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds... Stop the vehicle immediately. C ontinuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
* : Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph
(5 km/h) or more. Warning light Warning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake 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.Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then tu rns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
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When trouble arises
5795-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) If you have a flat tire Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
■ Before jacking up the vehicle
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to “P”.
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handleJack
Wheel nut
wrench
Spare tire
Deck boardsLuggage floor cover
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5885-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) CAUTION■
When using the compact spare tire ●
Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another
vehicle.●
Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.●
Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.●
Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that caus e sudden engine braking.■
Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at hi gh speeds. Failing
to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri-
ous injury.■
When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly: ●
ABS & Brake assist●
VSC●
TRAC
●
Cruise control system
●
Intuitive parking assist
●
Rear view monitor system (if equipped)
●
Entune Premium Audio with Navigation (if equipped)
Also, not only can the AWD system no t be utilized fully, it may actually
negatively effect the drive-train components (AWD models only).
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5925-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to “P”.
Set the “ENGINE START ST OP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about
15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above st eps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
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When trouble arises
5935-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P” If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch
to the “ACC” position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent. To prevent damage to the
cover, cover the tip of the
screwdriver with a rag.
Press the shift lock override
button. The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
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6065-2. Steps to take in an emergency
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U)If the vehicle becomes stuck
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicleCarry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parki ng brake and shift the shift
lever in “P”.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front
wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the front wheels.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to “D” or “R” position and release the
parking brake. Then, while exer cising caution, depress the
accelerator pedal. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press to turn off TRAC.
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6216-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Brakes
* 1
: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N, 51
kgf) while the engine is running.
* 2
: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Steering Pedal clearance
* 1
1.1 in. (28 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04
0.12 in. (1.0
3.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake adjustment
* 2
4
6 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
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677Alphabetical index
VENZA_OM_OM73030U_(U) Bluetooth ®
............................... 419
Wireless communication ...... 363
Bluetooth ®
audio ..................... 377
Bottle holder ............................ 441
Brake
Fluid...................................... 500
Parking brake ....................... 186
Brake assist ............................. 256
Break-in tips ............................ 164
Brightness control
Instrument light control ......... 189
Care
Exterior ................................. 470
Interior .................................. 473
Seat belts ............................. 474
Cargo capacity ........................ 269
Cargo hooks ............................ 455
CD player ................................. 343
Chains ...................................... 278
Child-protectors ........................ 52
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ....... 140
Booster seats, installation .... 146
Convertible seats,
definition............................. 140
Convertible seats,
installation .......................... 146
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......... 134
Infant seats, definition .......... 140
Infant seats, installation ........ 146
Installing child restraint
system with lower
anchorages ........................ 147
Installing child restraint
system with seatbelts ......... 150
Installing child restraint
system with top tether
strap ................................... 155 Child safety
Airbag precautions ................128
Back door precautions ............61
Battery precautions .......504, 526
Child-protectors .......................52
Child restraint system............140
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................83
Installing child restraints ........146
Moon roof precautions ..........103
Power window lock switch.......96
Power window precautions .....99
Removed key battery
precautions .........................526
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................87
Seat belt precautions ..............84
Seat heater precautions ........450
Cleaning
Exterior ..................................470
Interior ...................................473
Seat belts ..............................474
Clock .................................194, 206
Compass ...................................464
Condenser ................................499
Console box .............................436
Cooling system
Engine overheating ...............603
Cruise control...........................231
Cup holders ..............................439
Curtain shield airbags .............119
Customizable features.............645C