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Question posted by lyneen1 on July 4th, 2015

Dashboard Light Warning

An image of a car with rear lights flashing appeared on the dashboard yesterday. What does it mean?

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on July 4th, 2015 9:57 PM
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If the car icon has a key in it, then it is normal. See the manual here for more on the meaning of flashing light icons off your dash.

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Owners Manual - Page 16

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Owners Manual - Page 37

... passenger's head or chest directly hitting the steering wheel or dashboard. CAUTION S After inserting the tab, make sure the tab...warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. 32 The passenger airbag is turned to a severe frontal impact, the SRS airbags work together with no passenger in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle. This means...
Owners Manual - Page 39

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Owners Manual - Page 53

... and turn signals Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control Interior light Personal lights Windshield wipers and washer Rear window wiper and washer Rear window defogger Headlights and turn the lights off when you open the driver's door. 47 Position 1-Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights Position 2-Headlights and all of the above If...
Owners Manual - Page 54

... key must be a traffic hazard. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To turn signal...the lever. To turn , but you may have to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be in chapter 7-3. You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to the pressure...
Owners Manual - Page 55

... and back door are closed . 4-door models: Turns the light on the interior light, slide the switch. The light goes off . Interior light To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn on when either rear door or back door is not running. Instrument panel light control NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do...
Owners Manual - Page 57

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Owners Manual - Page 59

... as soon as possible. 53 If the level approaches "E" or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible. This fuel gauge has a non... gauge S Engine coolant temperature gauge S Tachometer S Odometer and trip meter S Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Fuel gauge If the fuel tank is turned off after driving several times. The gauge works when...
Owners Manual - Page 62

... 4.) ! NOTICE Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose. (d) Low Oil Pressure Warning Light This light warns that the battery is not fastened. a. If the brake fluid level is correct...Have the warning system checked by starting and stopping. If the brake fluid level is low...At a safe place, test...
Owners Manual - Page 63

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Owners Manual - Page 64

... is burned out or the circuit is in need of repair. If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not function as possible. 58 The "ABS" warning light goes off after 3 seconds. 6. The SRS airbag warning light should come on . Turn the ignition key to "START". It goes off after 6 seconds. 5. The automatic transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 70

... locking mechanism and the drive system. 64 Operating precautions S If the front wheels and rear wheels are off the ground or on . CAUTION The center differential must be unlocked in...locked. An indicator buzzer will result in the instrument panel comes on a slippery surface. If the light either fails to come on a dry paved surface with manual transmission) S Unlock the center differential ...
Owners Manual - Page 73

...switch with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If the "CRUISE" indicator light in the "RES/ACC" direction will gradually decrease. While the lever is ...even if you turn off and then press it again to turn it . S The indicator light flashes again. If the preset speed automatically cancels out other than for the vehicle to exceed the ...
Owners Manual - Page 83

... with radio reception does not mean there is a problem with .... AM Fading-AM broadcasts are reflected by distortion. S Do not use light up again. Once outside the vehicle. Increasing the bass level may notice fading... often accompanied by the upper atmosphere-especially at the same time. -Car audio system operating hints ILLUMINATION CONTROL LOGIC On some common reception problems ...
Owners Manual - Page 100

... at high speeds. Toyota recommends that the oil level be longer. Also, the brake system warning light may not show any drop in proper vehicle maintenance is used for one or two stops-but...is to press, and your vehicle with normal pedal pressure. Each push on an expressway, making it appear that the oil level has not changed. When judging the amount of oil, the dipstick may come...
Owners Manual - Page 101

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Owners Manual - Page 134

..., staining or peeling of foam cleaners are in water or lukewarm water then lightly wipe off any spill using the method mentioned above . It may be cleaned... local Toyota dealer will be careful not to produce a foam. Air conditioning control panel, car audio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for excessive wear...dye or bleach on the rear window.
Owners Manual - Page 137

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Owners Manual - Page 175

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