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6-3. Using the storage featuresList of storage features ......412
• Glove box ......................413
• Console box ..................414
• Overhead console .........414
• Cup holders/bottle holders ...........................415
• Coin box ........................417
Trunk features (sedan) ......418
Luggage compartment features (wagon)..............420
6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ........427
• Sun visors ......................427
• Vanity mirror ..................427
• Power outlet ..................428
• Armrest ..........................429
• Trunk/luggage compartment
storage extension ..........430
• Panoramic roof shade (wagon) .........................431
• Coat hooks ....................433
• Assist grips ....................433 7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ................ 436
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior ................. 440
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 443
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 446
Hood.................................. 450
Positioning a floor jack ...... 452
Engine compartment ......... 453
Tires .................................. 468
Tire inflation pressure........ 486
Wheels .............................. 488
Air conditioning filter .......... 491
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 493
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 496
Light bulbs ......................... 501
7Maintenance and care
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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
8When trouble arises
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901-3. Theft deterrent system
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■ Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of
the following:
● Nobody is in the vehicle.
● The windows are closed before the alarm is set.
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
●The door is unlocked using the key.
● A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or hood.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.
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1223-1. Key information
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Press the button to open the key.
To stow, press the button then fold
the key.
Take out the mechanical key.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the entry
function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
(→ P. 592)
■When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant (for
right-hand drive vehicles with smart entry & start system)
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( →P. 413)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with
the electronic key only.
■ If you lose your keys
New genuine keys can be made by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional using the other key and
the key number stamped on your key number plate. Keep the plate in a safe
place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
Using the key (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key (if equipped)
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1243-1. Key information
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Key battery depletion
XVehicles without smart entry & start system
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( →P. 493)
XVehicles with smart entry & start system
● The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart entry & start system or
the wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. ( →P. 493)
● If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the engine
stops. ( →P. 150, 552)
● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 m (3
ft.) of the following electrical appl iances that produce a magnetic field:
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Glass top ranges
• Table lamps
■ Replacing the
key battery
→ P. 493
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 629)
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1343-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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■Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors and trunk/back door
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the upper part of
the door handle
■ Door lock buzzer (vehicles with smart entry & start system)
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously for 5 seconds. Fully close the door to stop the
buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
■ Setting the alarm (if equipped)
Locking the doors will set the alarm system. ( →P. 89)
■ If the smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not
operate properly
Use the mechanical key to lock and unlock the doors. ( →P. 592)
Replace the key battery with a new one if it is depleted. ( →P. 493)
If the door will not lock even when the top-
side sensor area is touched, try touching
both the topside and underside sensor
areas at the same time.
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1513-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
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*: If the engine does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehicle,the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be difficulties
receiving signal from the key. ( →P. 593)
Interior and exte-
rior alarms sound
continuously
When the engine switch is in
IGNITION ON or ACCES-
SORY mode, the driver’s
door was closed after the
electronic key was carried
outside the vehicle, and the
shift lever was not in P
Shift the shift lever to P,
turn the engine switch
off and close the
driver’s door again
Interior alarm
pings once
The electronic key battery is
lowReplace the electronic
key battery
Tried to start the engine
without the electronic key
being present, or the elec-
tronic key was not function-
ing normally
Start the engine with
the electronic key
present
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Interior alarm
pings once and
exterior alarm
sounds 3 times
The driver’s door was
closed after the electronic
key was carried outside the
vehicle, and the engine
switch was not turned off
Turn the engine switch
off and close the
driver’s door again
An occupant carried the
electronic key outside the
vehicle and closed the door
while the engine switch was
not off
Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
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1523-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the smart entry & start system is disabled in
order to prevent the vehicle and elec tronic key batteries from discharging.
● When the smart entry & start system has not been used for 5 days or more
● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 1 m (3 ft.) of the
vehicle for 10 minutes or more
The system will resume operation when...
● The vehicle is locked touching the door handle lock sensor area.
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control function.
(→ P. 133)
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. ( →P. 592)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situa-
tions, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart entry & start system and wireless remote con-
trol from operating proper ly. (Ways of coping: →P. 592)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
● When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When another wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
● Sedan: If a metallic object is placed on the package tray
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