Engine & fuel system
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated
Overview
- Affects
- All models with 2.0/2.2 Diesel engines.
- Fault codes
P0093
Symptoms
Diesel odour in passenger compartment. Trouble code stored: P0093.
Cause
High-pressure fuel pump leaking.
Repair
- Inspect production date code on high-pressure fuel pump.
- If production date before 02/2010 (01M 02700), replace high-pressure fuel pump with modified version.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Whining/grinding noise from front of engine
Cause
Alternator bearing failure.
Repair
- Fit new alternator bearing.
Parts1 part
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Alternator bearing | 90099-10223 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 8.
Electrical & ignition
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Front door window glass drops abruptly when opening
Cause
Failure of door window glass retaining clips.
Repair
- Fit new door window glass.
Parts2 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Door window glass (RH front door) | 68101-05050 | 1 |
| Door window glass (LH front door) | 68102-05050 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Brakes
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Electric parking brake (EPB) will not release when in autohold function
Overview
- Affects
- All models with electric parking brake (EPB) and manual transmission.
- Fault codes
C1207- Remedy
- Software update
Symptoms
Trouble code stored in electric parking brake (EPB) control module: C1207.
Cause
Electric parking brake (EPB) control module software fault.
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Re-program EPB control module with upgraded software.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Warning message 'check parking brake system' displayed in instrument panel
Overview
- Affects
- All models with electric parking brake (EPB), →07/11.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
- Parts
- 2 parts
Symptoms
EPB warning lamp illuminated. Possible trouble code stored: C13A3, C13A8.
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of EPB actuator.
Water ingress into EPB actuator.
Repair
- Fit new EPB actuator.
- Carry out EPB actuator calibration using diagnostic equipment.
Parts2 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| EPB actuator - with ESP | 46300-05010 | 1 |
| EPB actuator - without ESP | 46300-05020 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Steering
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Knocking noise from front of vehicle when driving over rough roads
Overview
- Affects
- All models, →2015.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
- Parts
- 4 parts
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of steering rack.
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Fit modified steering rack.
Parts4 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Early models: Steering rack (LHD) | 45510-05080 | 1 |
| Early models: Steering rack (RHD) | 45510-05090 | 1 |
| Late models: Steering rack (LHD) | 45510-05100 | 1 |
| Late models: Steering rack (RHD) | 45510-05110 | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.
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.
Other
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Unable to insert CD into CD player
CD player requires initialisation.
Overview
- Affects
- All models with CD player.
Repair steps
- Initialise CD player as follows:.
- Remove fuse F2 (15A) from engine bay fuse box/relay plate 1.
- Wait 5 minutes.
- Refit fuse.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- EPB
- Electric parking brake — an electronic handbrake, operated by a switch rather than a lever
- LHD
- Left-hand drive — steering wheel on the left
- Actuator
- A motor or solenoid that moves a mechanical part on command
- Control Module
- A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- Re-Program
- Update the software on a control module using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool
- Relay
- An electrically operated switch
- Trouble Code
- A standardised fault code stored by a control module, read with a diagnostic tool
- Alternator
- The unit that charges the battery while the engine is running
- Calibration
- Setting a sensor or module so its readings match the real world
- Initialise
- A workshop procedure that teaches a new module or system its starting values
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-CAT?
This guide contains eight workshop bulletins for the Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-CAT. Of these, two concern the engine and fuel system and two the brakes. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-CAT 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 Avensis 2.2 D-CAT faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.