Engine & fuel system
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
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 6.
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 4.
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 2.
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 3.
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 5.
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 1.
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 2.0 Valvematic?
This guide contains eight workshop bulletins for the Toyota Avensis 2.0 Valvematic. 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 2.0 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 Avensis 2.0 Valvematic faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.