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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
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In case the trunk opener is not actuated
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When leaving a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
→
P. 115
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Customization
The trunk opener main switch can be deactivated.
(Customizable feature:
→
P. 477)
Pull down the rear armrest and open the
door behind it.
Pull the loop of wire to unlock the trunk
lid.
This is used in case the trunk lid cannot
be unlocked due to a discharged battery
or other trouble.
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
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Before driving
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Make sure that the trunk lid is fully closed. If the trunk lid is not fully closed,
it may open unexpectedly while driving and hit near-by objects or luggage
in the trunk may be thrown out, causing an accident.
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Do not allow children to enter the trunk.
If a child is accidentally locked in the trunk, they could overheat or suffo-
cate.
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Do not allow a child to open or close the trunk lid.
Doing so may cause the trunk lid to open unexpectedly, or cause the
child’s hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing trunk lid.
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Important points while driving
Never let anyone sit in the trunk. In the event of sudden braking or a colli-
sion, they are susceptible to death or serious injury.
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