2018 TOYOTA AVENSIS check engine light

3124-7. Driving tips
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Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle

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7Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_OM_OM20C79E_(EE)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

5017-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Light bulbs
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (P. 625)
P. 4 5 5
■Front
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty
level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. As there is a
danger that components may be damaged, we recommend that
replacement is carried out by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Removing the engine compartment cover
Bulb locations
Headlights (halogen headlights)
Front fog light (if equipped)
Cornering/fog light (if equipped)Front turn signal light
Side turn signal light1
2
3
4

5358-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute (vehicles with tire pressure warning system)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 min-
ute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without
smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry
& start system), have it checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 min-
ute when you change between registered wheel sets, confirm the correct
wheel set has been selected.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
For some models, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank
becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle imme-
diately. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer
● If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
● If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.

6209-1. Specifications
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The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is neces-
sary, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 20 C (68F): 12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are
turned off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Multidrive
Fluid capacity
(reference)
2ZR-FAE engine7.5 L (7.9 qt., 6.6 Imp.qt.)
3ZR-FAE engine7.2 L (7.6 qt., 6.3 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE
NOTICE
■ Multidrive fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE” may
cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accom-
panied by vibration, and ultimately dam age the transmission of your vehicle.

643What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (P. 89)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine.
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (P. 537)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 530, 537.
●Vehicles without spare tire
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and repair the flat tire temporarily with the
emergency tire puncture repair kit. (P. 554)
●Vehicles with spare tire
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
(P. 570)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. (P. 603)
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds (if equipped)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with smart entry & start system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

646Alphabetical index
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Care
Aluminum wheels .................. 437
Exterior.................................. 436
Interior ................................... 440
Seat belts .............................. 441
Cargo capacity ......................... 198
Cargo hooks ..................... 418, 420
CD player
*................................ 331
Chains ....................................... 313
Child restraint system ............... 55
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 64
Fixed with an ISOFIX rigid
anchor................................... 69
Fixing the top strap ................. 76
Types of child restraint system
installation method................ 59
Using an anchor bracket ......... 76
Child safety ................................ 54
Airbag precautions .................. 41
Back door precautions .......... 145
Battery precautions ....... 465, 598
Child-protectors..................... 136
Child restraint system ............. 55
Child restraint system
precautions ........................... 62
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 36
Panoramic roof shade
precautions ......................... 432
Power window lock switch .... 182
Power window precautions ... 184
Rear door child-protectors .... 136
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 495
Seat belt precautions .............. 68
Seat heater
precautions ......................... 407Child-protectors....................... 136
Cleaning ........................... 436, 440
Aluminum wheels.................. 437
Exterior ................................. 436
Interior................................... 440
Seat belts .............................. 441
Clock ......................................... 105
Clutch ....................................... 622
Warning message ................. 540
Coat hooks ............................... 433
Coin box ................................... 417
Condenser ................................ 463
Console box ............................. 414
Coolant
Capacity ................................ 618
Checking ............................... 461
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 312
Cooling system ........................ 461
Engine overheating ............... 600
Cruise control
Cruise control........................ 289
Warning message ................. 539
Cup holders.............................. 415
Curtain shield airbags ............... 39
Customizable features ............ 629
Daytime running light
system .................................... 238
Defogger
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 394, 401
Rear window ................. 394, 401
Windshield .................... 394, 401
Dimension ................................ 606
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648Alphabetical index
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Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 554
Engine
“ACC” position....................... 210
Accessory mode ................... 215
Before stopping the engine
(diesel engine) .................... 189
Compartment ........................ 453
Engine switch ................ 209, 212
Hood ..................................... 450
How to start the
engine......................... 209, 212
Identification number............. 608
Idling time.............................. 189
If the engine will not start ...... 586
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 519
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 209, 212
Overheating .......................... 600
Engine compartment
cover ....................................... 455
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 618
Checking ............................... 461
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 312
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 106
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 612
Checking ............................... 456
Oil pressure warning
message ............................. 537
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 312Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 459
Engine switch .................. 209, 212
Auto power off function ......... 216
Changing the engine switch
mode .................................. 215
Changing the engine
switch position .................... 210
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 519
Starting the engine........ 209, 212
Engine switch light
(ignition switch)..................... 409
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)
Function ................................ 306
Warning light ......................... 531
Warning message ................. 541
First-aid kit storage belt .......... 418
Flat tire.............................. 570, 554
Floor mat .................................... 30
Fluid
Brake .................................... 622
Clutch.................................... 622
Multidrive .............................. 620
Steering ................................ 622
Transmission ........................ 620
Washer ................................. 466
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs..... 505, 515
Switch ................................... 241
Wattage ................................ 625
Follow me home system ......... 237
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 505
Switch ................................... 241
Wattage ................................ 625
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