Toyota AVENSIS Manual page 231

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When the system is overheating
The system may become temporarily unavailable in order to prevent over-
heating caused by repeated unnecessary switch operation.
In this event, leaving the system to cool down for a short time will allow nor-
mal operation to resume.
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When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning light will turn on or flash. (→P. 526)
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Usage in winter time
→P. 310
WARNING
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When parking the vehicle
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Make sure that the parking brake indicator light is illuminated. If the park-
ing brake is not applied, the vehicle could move, possibly leading to an
accident.
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Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone. The parking brake may be
released unintentionally and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that
may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
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When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P
(Multidrive) or 1 or R (manual transmission) and make sure that the vehicle
does not move.
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When the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.
(→P. 533)
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When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction
Use the parking brake release tool to manually release the parking brake.
(→P. 584)
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
4-2. Driving procedures
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