2018 TOYOTA AVENSIS engine

5528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Once 
(Multidrive)
An attempt was made to turn
the engine switch off when the
shift lever was not in P.
 To turn off the engine, first
shift the shift lever to P
and then turn the engine
switch off.

Power was turned off due to the
automatic power off function.
 Next time when starting
the engine, increase the
engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for
approximately 5 minutes
to recharge the battery.
Once 
The electronic key has a low
battery. (The message will be
shown for about 15 seconds.)
 Replace the electronic key
battery. ( P. 493)
Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

5538-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Once
The driver’s door was opened
and closed with the engine
switch turned off and then the
engine switch was put in
ACCESSORY mode twice with-
out the engine being started.
 Press the engine switch
while depressing the brake
pedal (Multidrive) or clutch
pedal (manual transmis-
sion).
During an engine starting pro-
cedure in the event that the
electronic key was not function-
ing properly ( P. 592), the
engine switch was touched with
the electronic key.
 Press the engine switch
within 10 seconds of the
buzzer sounding.
Once 
The steering lock could not be
released within 3 seconds of
the engine switch being
pressed.
 Press the engine switch
while depressing the brake
pedal and moving the
steering wheel left and
right.
Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Multidrive)
(Manual transmission)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

5558-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 518)
● Check the degree of the tire
damage.
• Do not remove the nail or
screw from the tire. Remov-
ing the object may widen the
opening and disenable emer-
gency repair with the repair
kit.
• To avoid sealant leakage,
move the vehicle until the
area of the puncture, if
known, is positioned at the
top of the tire.
■ A flat tire that cannot be repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair
kit
In the following cases, the tire c annot be repaired with the emergency tire
puncture repair kit. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● When the tire is damaged due to driving without sufficient air pressure
● When there are any cracks or damage at any location on the tire, such as on
the side wall, except the tread
● When the tire is visibly separated from the wheel
● When the cut or damage to the tread is 4 mm (0.16 in.) long or more
● When the wheel is damaged
● When two or more tires have been punctured
● When 2 or more sharp objects such as nails or screws have passed through
the tread on a single tire
● When the sealant has expired
Before repairing the tire

5618-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Make sure that the compressor
switch is off.
Remove the power plug from
the compressor.
Connect the power plug to the
power outlet socket. ( P. 428)
Check the specified tire inflation pressure.
Tire inflation pressure is specified on the label as shown.
Start the vehicle’s engine.
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5708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare
tire)
● Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or R (manual transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 518)
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 4 6 8
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle

5738-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the
jack, leading to death or serious injury.
● Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or install-
ing and removing tire chains.
● Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replac-
ing tires on this vehicle.
● Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
● Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack.
● Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
● Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
● When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
● Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace
the tire.
● Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one work-
ing on or near the vehicle will be injured.

5848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■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 possible.
● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■ Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing to
observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious
injury.
■ When the compact spare tire is installed
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems
may not operate correctly:
● ABS & brake assist
● VSC
● TRC
● Navigation system (if equipped)
● Cruise control (if equipped)
● PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped)
● LDA (Lane Departure Alert) (if equipped)
● AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
● EPS (Electric Power Steering)

5868-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the engine will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
( P. 209, 212)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 7 8 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery may be discharged. (P. 595)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 587)
If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed ( P. 209, 212), consider each of the fol-
lowing points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the personal/interior lights
and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume
The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with smart entry &
start system)