2018 TOYOTA AVENSIS stop start

4036-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
■Fogging up of the windows
● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
● When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During
cooling operation, setting the recirculat ed air mode will also cool the vehicle
interior effectively.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
■ When the outside temperature falls to nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is
pressed.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
● To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in AUTO mode.
■ Air conditioning system operations when the engine is stopped due to
the Stop & Start system (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to the Stop & Start system operations, the air
conditioning cooling, heating and dehumidif ication functions turn off and only
ambient temperature air is blown, and there is a possibility that the blowing of
ambient temperature air will stop. To prevent the air conditioning system from
turning off, press the Stop & Start cancel switch to deactivate the system.
■ When the windshield is fogged up and the engine is stopped due to the
Stop & Start system (vehicl es with Stop & Start system)
Press the Stop & Start cancel switch to restart the engine and turn
on to defog the windshield. Simply pressing will restart the engine
and defog the windshield.
If the windshield continuously fogs up, press the Stop & Start cancel switch
and refrain from using the Stop & Start system.

4046-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■ When an odor comes from the air conditioning system while the engine
is stopped due to the Stop & Start system (vehicles with Stop & Start
system)
Press the Stop & Start cancel switch to restart the engine.
■ Air conditioning filter
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WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid
weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and
that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog
up, blocking your vision.
■ To prevent burns
● Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers are on.
● Do not touch the glass at the lower part of the windshield or to the side of
the front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on. (vehicles with
windshield wiper de-icer)
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning syst em on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

4316-4. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
Use the overhead switches to open or close the panoramic roof
shade.
Close
To stop partway, press the switch
lightly.
Open
To stop partway, press the switch
lightly.
■The panoramic roof shade can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start
system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).
■Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the panoramic roof shade and the frame
while closing, travel is stopped and the panoramic roof shade opens slightly.
■If the panoramic roof shade cannot be closed automatically
If the switch is kept depressed, the panoramic roof shade can be closed man-
ually. If the automatic function will not operate while the panoramic roof shade
is closed, push and hold the switch and open the panoramic roof shade fully.
It will then be possible to use automatic operation once again.
Panoramic roof shade (wagon) (if equipped)
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8When trouble arises
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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

5198-1. Essential information
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When trouble arises
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: Stop the engine
by turning the engine switch to
the “ACC” position.
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:
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5208-1. Essential information
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Vehicles with smart entry &
start system: To stop the
engine, press and hold the
engine switch for 2 consecutive
seconds or more, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in suc-
cession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Press and hold for 2 seconds
or more, or press briefly
3 times or more
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WARNING
■ If the engine has to be turned off while driving
● Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.
● Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Never attempt to remove the
key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.
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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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5328-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(Flashes)
“AFS OFF” indicator (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System).
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
(Flashes)
Stop & Start cancel indicator (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system.
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system;
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
The light will flash when the VSC or the TRC system is
operating.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is about 9.0 L (2.4 gal., 2.0
Imp.gal.) or less
 Refuel the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*1
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts.
 Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) off.
(On the center panel)
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning
buzzer)*1
Warn the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
 Fasten the seat belt.
Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)*2
Warns the driver to release parking brake.
 Release the parking brake.
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