2018 TOYOTA AVENSIS sensor

5318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
PCS warning light (if equipped)
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer sounds):
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety sys-
tem)
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
When the warning light illuminates:
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) is tem-
porarily unavailable, possibly due to either of the following:
• The part of the windshield around the front sensor being
dirty, fogged up or covered with condensation, ice, stick-
ers, etc.
 Clear the dirt, fog, condensation, ice, stickers, etc.
( P. 256)
• Front sensor temperature being outside of its opera-
tional range
 Wait for a while until the area around the front sensor
has cooled down sufficiently.
• Either the VSC system or PCS (Pre-Crash Safety sys-
tem) is disabled or both are disabled.
 To enable the PCS, enable both the VSC system and
PCS. ( P. 262, 308)
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

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.

5448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-crash safety system is dis-
abled.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system was turned off, the pre-crash
braking and pre-crash brake assist are disabled
(The pre-crash warning function will be opera-
tional)
 Tu r n t h e V S C o n . (P. 271, 308)
(If equipped)
Indicates that LDA (Lane Departure Alert) is sus-
pended
The camera sensor temperature is higher than
the operation temperature range.
 Restart the LDA after driving for a while.
(If equipped)
Alerts the driver that the vehicle has deviated
from the lane (while the LDA [Lane Departure
Alert] system is operating)
The lane line on the side the vehicle has devi-
ated from flashes in amber.
The warning buzzer sounds for a few seconds.
 Check around the vehicle and back to
inside of the lane lines.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

5468-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
The system is temporarily canceled because the
operating conditions of the front sensor (tempera-
ture, etc.) are not met.
The following systems may be suspended:
• PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped);
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert) (if equipped);
• Automatic High Beam (if equipped);
• RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped).
 The system can be operated when the
operating conditions of the front sensor
(temperature, etc.) are met. Turn the system
off, wait for a while, and then turn the sys-
tem back on.
(If equipped)
The area of the windshield in front of the front
sensor is fogged up or covered with dirt, rain, ice,
snow, etc.
The following systems may be suspended:
• PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped);
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert) (if equipped);
• Automatic High Beam (if equipped);
• RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped).
 Turn the system off, clear the windshield of
dirt, fog, ice, etc. then turn the system back
on. ( P. 256)
Warning messageDetails/Actions

6369-2. Customization
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Automatic light control system (P. 233)
*: If equipped
■
Illumination (P. 409)
*: Vehicles with smart entry & start system
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 5O-O
Follow me home*
(Time elapsed before head-
lights automatically turn off)30
seconds
60
seconds
--
O90
seconds
120
seconds
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FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Time period before lights turn
off15 seconds7.5 seconds
O-O
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned to the
“LOCK” position (vehicles
without smart entry & start
system) or off (vehicles with
smart entry & start system)
ONOFF - - O
Operation when the doors
are unlockedON OFF - - O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with the
electronic key on your person
(When the interior light
switch is in the door posi-
tion)
*
ONOFF - - O
Foot lightsONOFF - - O
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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

650Alphabetical index
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High mounted stoplight
Replacing .............................. 515
Hill-start assist control ............ 306
Hood.......................................... 450
Warning buzzer ....................... 89
Hooks
Cargo hooks.................. 418, 420
Coat hooks ............................ 433
Retaining hooks
(floor mat) ............................. 30
Horn .......................................... 174
Identification
Engine ................................... 609
Vehicle .................................. 608
Idling time ................................. 189
Ignition switch
(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
Ignition switch light
(engine switch light).............. 409
Illuminated entry system......... 411
Immobilizer system ................... 78
Indicators.................................... 98
Initialization
Engine oil maintenance
data..................................... 459
Items to initialize ................... 638
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 471Inside rear view mirror ............ 176
Instrument panel/
cluster light control....... 106, 114
Intercooler ................................ 463
Interior lights............................ 409
Switch ................................... 410
Wattage ................................ 625
Intrusion sensor ........................ 92
ISOFIX rigid anchors ........... 69, 75
Jack
Positioning a floor jack .......... 452
Vehicle-equipped
jack ..................... 571, 572, 556
Jack handle .............. 571, 572, 556
Jam protection function
Panoramic roof shade........... 431
Power windows ..................... 183
Keyless entry
Smart entry &
start system ........................ 148
Wireless remote control ........ 121
Keys .......................................... 120
Battery-saving function ......... 152
Electronic key ....................... 120
Engine switch................ 209, 212
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 592
If you lose your keys ............. 122
Key number plate.................. 120
Keyless entry ........................ 121
Keys ...................................... 120
Mechanical key ..................... 120
Replacing the battery ............ 493
Warning buzzer..................... 150
Wireless remote control
key...................................... 121
Knee airbag ................................ 39
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654Alphabetical index
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Sensor
Automatic headlight
system ................................ 238
Automatic High Beam
system ................................ 278
Inside rear view mirror .......... 178
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) ................................... 272
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 245
Service reminder
indicators ................................ 98
Shift lever
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from “P” .............. 224
Manual transmission ............. 226
Multidrive............................... 219
Shift lock system ..................... 224
Side airbags ............................... 39
Side doors ................................ 132
Side mirrors.............................. 179
Adjusting and folding............. 179
Heaters ......................... 394, 401
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 513
Turn signal lever ................... 229
Wattage................................. 625
Smart entry & start system ..... 148
Antenna location ................... 148
Entry function ........ 132, 139, 143
Starting the engine ................ 212
Snow tires................................. 312
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 623
Storage location ............ 571, 572
Spark plug ................................ 619
Specifications .......................... 606
Speed limiter ............................ 292
Speedometer ............................ 105Sport mode............................... 220
SRS airbags ............................... 39
Steering lock .................... 210, 217
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................ 174
Audio switches ...................... 321
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Meter control switches .......... 112
Telephone switches .............. 366
Stop/tail lights .......................... 515
Stop lights
Emergency brake signal ....... 307
Replacing light bulbs............. 515
Wattage ................................ 625
Storage feature ........................ 412
Storage precautions ................ 412
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 603
Sun visors ................................ 427
Switch
Audio remote control
switches.............................. 321
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 278
Cruise control switch............. 289
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Door lock switch.................... 135
Driving mode select switch ... 220
Driving position memory
switches.............................. 170
Emergency flasher switch ..... 518
Engine switch................ 209, 212
Fog light switch ..................... 241
Intrusion sensor cancel
switch ................................... 92
Ignition switch ............... 209, 212