Engine & fuel system
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Abnormal noise from exhaust tail pipe when driving
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of rear exhaust silencer.
Repair
- Fit new rear exhaust silencer.
Parts2 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Rear exhaust silencer - hatchback | 17430-0T230 | 1 |
| Rear exhaust silencer - estate | 17430-0T190 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Engine difficult to start after standing for 3hours or more
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of injectors.
Repair
- Inspect production number on injectors If production number 0692, replace injectors.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Injector | 23209-39145 | 4 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Electrical & ignition
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Front passenger's seat belt warning lamp does not illuminate when seat is occupied
Overview
- Affects
- All models, →09/14.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
Cause
Faulty front passenger's seat occupation pressure sensor.
Repair
- Apply a load of 47-55 Kg to front passenger's seat.
- If front passenger's seat belt warning lamp does not illuminate: Fit new seat occupation pressure sensor.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Creaking noise when retractable door mirror is operated
Door mirror wiring harness incorrectly routed.
Overview
- Affects
- All models with retractable door mirrors, →03/16.
Symptoms
Retractable door mirrors inoperative or slow to fold in.
Repair steps
- Remove door mirror cover.
- Ensure wiring harness not trapped under door mirror housing moulding edge in area indicated.
- Re-route door mirror wiring harness as necessary. Ensure wiring harness has adequate free play.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.
Brakes
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Whistling noise from front of vehicle at constant speed between 45-75mph (70-120kph)
Overview
- Affects
- All models with 15 inch front brake discs.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
- Parts
- 1 part
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of front brake pads.
Repair
- Remove front brake pads and inspect.
- If central slot not present in brake pad: Fit modified front brake pads.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake pad kit | 04465-02430 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Rattling noise from front brakes over uneven surfaces
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of front brake caliper carrier.
Repair
- Fit modified front brake caliper carriers.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake caliper carrier | 47721-09560 | As required |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Steering
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Increased engine noise in passenger compartment
Steering column sealing boot cracked/damaged. Fix: fit a new part.
Overview
- Affects
- All LHD models.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
Symptoms
Driver's footwell carpet wet after heavy rain. Steering operation not smooth when manoeuvring or parking.
Repair steps
- Remove steering column sealing boot and discard.
- Fit protective cover to new steering column sealing boot Secure protective cover with retaining strap, ensure a clearance of 0.5 - 1.5 mm.
- Fit new steering column sealing boot complete with protective cover.
Parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Protective cover | 45254-02020 | 1 |
| Steering column sealing boot | Refer to manufacturer | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 7.
Body & trim
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Knocking noise when opening/closing front doors
Unsatisfactory design of front door check strap. Fix: fit a modified part.
Overview
- Affects
- All models, →10/16.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
Repair steps
- Remove and discard front door check strap.
- Apply thread locking compound to door check strap retaining bolt.
- Fit modified door check strap.
- Tighten door check strap bolts to correct torque setting.
- Apply a light coating of grease to moving parts of door check strap mechanism.
- If necessary, repeat procedure for opposite side.
Parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Door check strap | 68610-02241 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- LHD
- Left-hand drive — steering wheel on the left
- Caliper
- The part that squeezes the brake pads onto the disc
- Wiring Harness
- The bundled cables that carry power and signals around the vehicle
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic?
This guide contains eight workshop bulletins for the Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic. Of these, two concern the engine and fuel system and two the electrical and ignition. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.
Can I check for Toyota Auris 1.6 Valvematic faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.