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Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the cor-
rect procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(→ P. 463)•Warm water• Baking soda•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Engine coolant
level ( →P. 461)
XGasoline engine
• Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high qual-
ity ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine,
non-nitrite and non-borate c oolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology. Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant is pre-mixed with 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
XDiesel engine
• “Toyota Genuine Premium Long Life Coolant 1WW/ 2WW” or equivalent. “Toyota Genuine Premium Long
Life Coolant 1WW/2WW” concentrated product
always needs to be mixed as 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, for
usage of any other approved engine coolant of
matching quality.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(→ P. 456)
XGasoline engine
• Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used only for adding oil)
XDiesel engine
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil 5W-30 Premium Fuel
Economy for 1WW/2WW engines”.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, for
usage of any other approved engine oil of matching
quality.
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used only for adding oil)
Fuses ( →P. 496)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
■ When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
■ When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
XVehicles without smart entry & start system
Be sure the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position.
With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tem-
perature is high. ( →P. 463)
XVehicles with smart entry & start system
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tem-
perature is high. ( →P. 463)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in the eyes.
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XDiesel engine
Washer fluid tank (→P. 466)
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 461)
Engine oil filler cap ( →P. 458)
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 456)
Fuel filter ( →P. 467) Fuse box (
→P. 496)
Battery ( →P. 463)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 463)
Intercooler ( →P. 463)
Radiator ( →P. 463)1
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WARNING
■ Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota deal er or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■ To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
■ Engine oil (diesel engine)
Using engine oil other than “Toyota G enuine Motor Oil 5W-30 Premium Fuel
Economy for 1WW/2WW engines” or any of the approved engine oils may
damage the engine.
If “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil 5W-30 Premium Fuel Economy for 1WW/2WW
engines” or any of the approved engine oils are not available at the time, up
to 1 L (1.1 qt., 0.9 Imp.qt.) of ACEA C3 can be used to refill. Only viscosity
grades 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W- 40, 5W-40 are permitted. (→P. 616)
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Maintenance and care
It is necessary to drain water from the fuel filter in the following situa-
tions:
Fuel filter type A
*: Every 20000 km (12000 miles)
Fuel filter type B
*: A warning message is displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display and a buzzer sounds. ( →P. 543)
*: Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional for identifying the fuel filter type.
Have the fuel filter drained by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Fuel filter (diesel engine)
NOTICE
■ When there is water in the fuel filter
Do not drive continuously with water accumulated in the fuel filter. This will
cause damage to the fuel injection pump.
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Tire inflation pressure
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
●Reduced fuel economy
● Reduced driving comfort and poor handling
● Reduced tire life due to wear
● Reduced safety
● Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■ Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
● Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven
for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation
pressure reading.
● Always use a tire pressure gauge.
It is difficult to judge if a tire is properly inflated based only on its appear-
ance.
● It is normal for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving as heat is
generated in the tire. Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving.
● Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is bal-
anced.
Make sure to maintain the proper tire inflation pressure. Tire
inflation pressure should be checked at least once per month.
However, Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be
checked once every two weeks. ( →P. 623)
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8When trouble arises
AVENSIS_OM_OM20C66E_(EE)8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 518
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 519 8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 521
If you think something is wrong ............................... 528
Fuel pump shut off system (gasoline engine) ............. 529
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 530
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 537
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
emergency tire
puncture repair kit)........... 554
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare
tire) .................................. 570
If the engine will not start.................................. 586
If the parking brake cannot be released .......... 588
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 592
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 595
If your vehicle overheats .... 600
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 603
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5298-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Fuel pump shut off system (gasoline
engine)
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is
activated.Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position (vehicles
without smart entry & start system), or ACCESSORY mode or off
(vehicles with smart entry & start system).
Restart the engine.
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an
airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system
stops supplying fuel to the engine.
NOTICE
■Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked on to the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
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