Get Instruments, indicators and service lights -> Service lights and warning buzzers Guide for Toyota Avensis 4 Door Second Generation (2004-2009)

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Service lights and warning buzzers

If the light comes on or the buzzer

sounds...

Do this.

If the parking brake is released, stop immediately

and contact any authorized Toyota dealer or

service center, or another properly qualified and

equipped professional.

(a)

(b)

Fasten the driver's seat belt.

(light and buzzer)

(c)

Fasten the front passenger's seat belt.

(light and buzzer)

Stop immediately and contact any authorized Toyota

dealer or service center, or another properly qualified

and equipped professional.

(d)

(and)

Stop and check.

Add engine oil.

(f)

Take the vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer

or workshop, or to another properly qualified and

equipped professional.

(g)

Low fuel warning

light

(h)

Fill the fuel tank.

Take the vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer

or workshop, or to another properly qualified and

equipped professional. If the brake system warning light

is also on, stop immediately and contact any

(i)

authorized Toyota dealer or service center, or

another properly qualified and equipped professional.

(j)

Close all doors and the back door.

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If the light comes on or the buzzer

sounds...

Do this.

Take the vehicle immediately to any authorized Toyota dealer or

workshop, or to another properly qualified and equipped professional.

(k)

(l)

Drain the water.

(m)

Change the engine oil and oil filter.

Take the vehicle immediately to any authorized Toyota dealer or

workshop, or to another properly qualified and equipped professional.

(n)

Take the vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or workshop, or

to another properly qualified and equipped professional.

(the)

Take the vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or workshop, or

to another properly qualified and equipped professional.

(p)

(q)

Read the warning message on the combined display.

Buzzer alerting you to

(r)

Remove the key.

Turn off the lights.

remove the key

Buzzer alerting you to turn

off the lights

(s)

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(a) Brake system warning light

WARNING

The warning light comes on in the following cases

when the ignition key is in the "ON" position.

If any of the following situations occur,

immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and

contact any authorized Toyota dealer or service

center, or another properly qualified and equipped

professional.

• When the parking brake is applied ...

The warning light comes on for a few seconds when

you turn the ignition key to the "ON" position even

after the parking brake is released.

• The warning light does not go out even after

• When the brake fluid level is low ...

releasing the parking brake while the engine is running.

In this case, the brakes may not work properly

and the braking distance will be extended.

Depress the brake pedal firmly and stop the

vehicle immediately.

WARNING

It is dangerous to continue driving normally if the

brake fluid level is low.

• The brake system warning light stays on

together with the "ABS" warning light.

• When the vacuum is low (diesel engine

vehicles)...

In this case, not only will the anti-lock braking

system not work, but your car will also become

extremely unstable when braking.

In the following cases, have your vehicle checked

by any authorized Toyota dealer or service center,

or another properly qualified and equipped

professional:

(b) Driver seat belt warning light and buzzer

• When the ignition key is in the "ON" position, the

indicator light does not illuminate even if the

parking brake is applied.

A warning light and buzzer alert you to fasten your

driver's seat belt.

When you turn the ignition key to the "ON" or

"START" position, the warning light flashes if the

driver's seat belt is not on. The warning light will

flash until the driver puts on the seat belt.

• The warning light does not come on even if the ignition

key is turned on and the parking brake is released.

A brief illumination of the warning lamp during operation

does not signal a fault.

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Vehicles with front passenger seat belt warning light ÿ If

the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h with the seat belt not

on, the buzzer will sound for 30 seconds. Then, if the

seat belt is not on, the buzzer will sound a different tone

for the next 90 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops

below 15 km/h, the buzzer will continue to sound. To

(d) Charging system warning light

The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is

turned to the ON position and goes out when the engine

is started.

When there is a problem with the charging system while

the engine is running, the warning light comes on.

stop the buzzer, fasten your seat belt. If the buzzer still

sounds, make sure the front passenger's seat belt is on.

NOTICE

When the charging system warning light comes

on while the engine is running, there may have

been a malfunction, such as a broken engine drive

belt.

(c) Front passenger seat belt warning light and buzzer

A light and a buzzer remind you to fasten the front

passenger's seat belt.

If the warning light comes on, immediately stop the

vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized

Toyota dealer or service center, or another properly

qualified and equipped professional.

When you turn the ignition key to the "ON" or "START"

position, the warning light flashes if the passenger is

sitting in the front seat and is not wearing a seat belt.

The warning light will flash until the front passenger

fastens their seat belt.

(e) Low engine oil pressure warning light

If the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h with the seat belt

not on, the buzzer will sound for 30 seconds. If the seat

belt is not on, the buzzer will sound in a different tone

for the next 90 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops

below 15 km/h, the buzzer will continue to sound. To

stop the buzzer, fasten your seat belt. If the buzzer still

sounds, make sure the driver's seat belt is on.

The warning light warns that the engine oil

pressure is too low.

If this warning light flashes or illuminates while driving,

pull over to a safe place off the road and turn off the

engine immediately. Call any authorized Toyota dealer

or service center, or another properly qualified and

equipped professional to assist you.

The warning light may occasionally flash while the engine

If you place luggage or other cargo on the front passenger

seat, depending on its weight and position on the seat,

sensors built into the seat may detect pressure, causing

the light to flash and the buzzer to sound.

is idling, or it may come on briefly after a sudden stop. If

the light then goes out when the gas is slightly added,

there is no need to worry.

The warning light may come on when the engine oil level

is too low. The indicator light is not intended for checking

the oil level, it must be checked with an oil dipstick.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving with the warning light on -

not even for a short distance. You can destroy the

engine.

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Others ÿ

The indicator light comes on in the following cases.

(f) Low engine oil level warning lamp (2AZÿFSE

engines,

1AD–FTV, 2AD–FTV and 2AD–FHV)

The light indicates that the engine oil level should be

checked. If the warning light comes on while driving on

uneven roads or on steep slopes, drive the vehicle to a

level place and check if the warning light goes out. If it

remains illuminated, check the oil level according to the

instructions in "Checking the engine oil level" on page

a. The problem is somewhere in the engine, automatic

transmission electrical system, or electronic throttle

control system.

b. The fuel tank is completely empty. (Instructions - see

"Fuel gauge" on page 152 in this chapter.)

372 in chapter 7ÿ2.

If the warning light comes on while driving in case a, have

your vehicle checked/repaired by any authorized Toyota

dealer or workshop, or another properly qualified and

equipped professional, as soon as possible.

When driving on steep slopes or uneven roads that

cause significant vehicle sway or cornering, the warning

light may come on due to the movement of engine oil in

the engine.

Motory 3ZZ-FE, 1ZZ-FE, 1AZ-FSE a 2AZ-FSE ÿ

Under normal conditions, due to oil consumption, the light

may come on earlier than the specified interval of the

maintenance schedule.

If the engine speed does not increase even when the gas

pedal is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere

in the electronic throttle control system.

This happens because the oil is used to a low level during

the maintenance schedule interval and is not a fault. (For

more information - see "Engine oil consumption data" on

page 288 in Chapter 2.)

Vibrations may occur at that point. However, if you press

the gas pedal harder and slower, you can drive your

vehicle at a low speed. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible by any authorized Toyota dealer or

service center, or another properly qualified and

equipped professional.

NOTICE

Leaving the engine running with low engine oil will

damage the engine.

(g) Malfunction indicator light

Vehicles with a gasoline engine

For some models ÿ

Even if this electronic throttle control system abnormality

clears while driving slowly, the system may not reset until

the engine is stopped and the ignition key is turned to the

"ACC" or "LOCK" position.

The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in

the engine's electrical system.

If the light comes on while driving, do not have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible/

repaired by any authorized Toyota dealer or service

center, or other properly qualified and equipped

professional.

WARNING

Be extra careful to avoid incorrect operation of the

accelerator pedal.

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Vehicles with a diesel engine

(i) "ABS" warning light

The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the

engine's electrical system, electronic engine management

system, or emission control system.

Vehicles without a vehicle stability control system ÿ

The warning light comes on when you turn the ignition

key to the "ON" position. If the anti-lock braking system is

working properly, the warning light will go out after a few

seconds. If the system fails, the light will come back on.

If the warning light comes on while driving, have your

vehicle checked/repaired as soon as possible by any

authorized Toyota dealer or service center, or another

properly qualified and equipped professional.

When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake

system warning light is off), then the anti-lock braking

system is not working, but the braking system is working

normally.

If the engine speed does not increase even when

the gas pedal is depressed, there may be a problem

somewhere in the electronic engine control system.

Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and contact any

authorized Toyota dealer or workshop, or another properly

qualified and equipped professional, or continue driving

with caution because the vehicle's performance will be

lower than normal, to any authorized Toyota dealer or

workshop, or other properly to a qualified and equipped

When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system

warning light is off), then the anti-lock braking system is

not working, so the wheels may lock when braking hard

or braking on slippery surfaces.

If any of the following situations occur, it indicates a

malfunction of the parts that are monitored by the

warning light system. Contact any authorized Toyota

dealer or workshop, or other properly qualified and

equipped specialist, as soon as possible and have

the vehicle repaired.

professional.

Even if this electronic engine control system abnormality

clears while driving slowly, the system may not reset until

the engine is stopped and the ignition key is turned to the

"ACC" or "LOCK" position.

• The indicator light does not illuminate when the

(h) Low fuel warning light

ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, or

remains illuminated.

The warning light comes on when the fuel level in the tank

is very low. Fill the tank as soon as possible.

• The indicator light comes on while driving.

A brief illumination of the warning lamp during operation

does not signal a fault.

On slopes or curves, the low fuel warning light may come

on earlier than usual due to the movement of fuel in the

tank.

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If any of the following situations occur, it indicates a

malfunction of the parts that are monitored by the

warning light system. Contact any authorized Toyota

dealer or workshop, or other properly qualified and

equipped specialist, as soon as possible and have

the vehicle repaired.

WARNING

If the brake system warning light stays on together

with the "ABS" warning light, immediately stop the

vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized

Toyota dealer or service center, or another properly

qualified and equipped specialist.

• The indicator light does not illuminate when the

ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, or

remains illuminated.

In this case, not only will the anti-lock braking

• The indicator light comes on while driving.

system not work, but your vehicle will also become

extremely unstable when braking.

A brief illumination of the warning light during

operation does not signal a fault.

WARNING

Vehicles with a vehicle stability control system ÿ

If the brake system warning light stays on together

with the "ABS" warning light, immediately stop the

vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized

Toyota dealer or service center, or another properly

qualified and equipped specialist.

The warning light comes on when you turn the

ignition key to the "ON" position. If the anti-lock

braking system and auxiliary braking system

are working correctly, the warning light will go

out after a few seconds. If one of the systems

fails, the light will come back on.

When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake

system warning light is off), the anti-lock braking system,

auxiliary braking system, anti-skid system and vehicle

stability control system are not working, but the braking

system is working normally.

In this case, not only will the anti-lock braking

system not work, but your vehicle will also become

extremely unstable when braking.

When the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system

warning light is off), then the anti-lock braking system is

not working, so the wheels may lock when braking hard

or braking on slippery surfaces.

(j) Door open warning lamp

The light remains on until all side doors and rear doors

are fully closed.

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(k) SRS warning light

(m) Engine oil change indicator light (diesel engine)

The warning light comes on when you turn the

ignition key to the "ON" position. After about 6

seconds, the light will go out. It means that the airbag

and front seat belt pretensioner systems are working

properly.

The light will come on to alert you to change the oil and

oil filter.

If the light comes on, change the engine oil and oil filter

at the earliest opportunity. Details - see "Oil Maintenance

Management System" on page 154 in this chapter.

The warning light system monitors the airbag sensor

unit, front airbag sensor, side airbag sensor, side and

window airbag sensor, window airbag sensor, driver seat

position sensor, driver seat belt buckle switch, front seat

belt pretensioner unit, inflator, warning light, inter- cables

and power sources.

(n) Electric power steering system warning lamp

(3ZZÿFE and 1ZZÿFE engines)

The warning light comes on when you turn the

ignition key to the "ON" position. If the electric

power steering system is working properly, the

warning light will go out after a few seconds. If

the system fails, the light will come back on.

If any of the following situations occur, it indicates a

malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners.

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or workshop, or

other properly qualified and equipped specialist, as soon

as possible.

If any of the following situations occur, it indicates

a malfunction of the parts that are monitored by the

warning light system. Contact any authorized Toyota

dealer or workshop, or other properly qualified and

equipped specialist, as soon as possible and have

the vehicle repaired.

• The warning light does not light up when the ignition

key is turned to the "ON" position, or remains lit for

more than 6 seconds or flashes.

• The indicator light does not illuminate when the

ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, or

remains illuminated.

• The indicator lights up or starts flashing

while driving.

• The warning light remains on while driving.

(l) Fuel filter warning light (diesel engine)

Illumination of the warning light when the engine

is running for a long time may not indicate a

malfunction. To make the light go out, start the

engine again and drive away.

The light warns that the amount of water accumulated

in the fuel filter has reached a certain level.

If the light comes on, have the vehicle checked by any

authorized Toyota dealer or service center, or another

properly qualified and equipped professional, as soon as

possible.

NOTICE

Never drive with the warning light on. Continuing

to drive with water collected in the fuel filter will

damage the fuel injection pump.

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• The warning light stays on after turning the

ignition key to the "ON" position.

WARNING

If the electric power steering system warning light

• The warning light comes on during

driving.

illuminates, take the vehicle to any authorized

Toyota dealer or workshop, or another properly

qualified and equipped professional, as soon as

possible. In this case, it is necessary to exert more

force on the steering wheel than usual when

turning. Hold the steering wheel firmly while driving.

When the "VSC" warning light comes on, the "TRC OFF"

light comes on even if the "TRC OFF" switch is not

pressed.

(q) Master warning lamp

If the main warning light comes on, a message will appear

on the combined display. Depending on the

circumstances, a warning tone may sound. (Instructions -

see "Warning messages" on page 165 in this chapter.)

(o) Warning light of the automatic headlamp leveling

system

(r) Key removal buzzer

The warning light warns that there is a problem

The buzzer alerts you to remove the key when you open

the driver's door and the ignition key is in the "ACC" or

"LOCK" position.

somewhere in the automatic headlight tilting system.

The warning light comes on when you turn the ignition

(s) Buzzer to indicate lights off

key to the "ON" position and goes out after a few

seconds.

The buzzer will sound if the headlight switch is left on and

the driver's door is opened with the key removed from the

ignition switch.

If the warning light comes on, have the vehicle checked

by any authorized Toyota dealer or service center, or

another properly qualified and equipped professional.

(p) "VSC" warning light

The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the

vehicle's stability control system or in the anti-skid system.

The warning light comes on when you turn the ignition

key to the "ON" position and goes off after a few seconds.

If the light comes on while driving, the system is not

working. However, this did not create a problem that

would prevent you from continuing to drive, as conventional

braking works.

In the following cases, contact any authorized Toyota

dealer or service center, or another properly qualified and

equipped professional:

• The warning light does not illuminate when

the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position.

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