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’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508)

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
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Lights, Wipers and Defogger

Headlights and turn signals

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Emergency flashers

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Instrument panel light control

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Front fog lights

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Interior light

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Front personal lights

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Rear personal lights

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Illuminated entry system

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Windshield wipers and washer

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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers

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Summary of Contents for Avalon 2006

Page 1: ...mer Experience Center Toll free 1 800 331 4331 Hawaii Servco Automotive Customer Services Toll free 1 888 272 5515 CANADIAN OWNERS When traveling in Canada or the U S mainland Toyota Canada Customer I...

Page 2: ...to start the engine 290 General maintenance 337 Complete index NO TAG Gas station information Fuel type UNLEADED gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or higher For improved vehicle per...

Page 3: ...a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others N...

Page 4: ...n provide when used together That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other The purpose of all...

Page 5: ...and refer to them as needed during your time of ownership of this vehicle Event data recorder Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control cer tain aspects of your vehicle These computers assi...

Page 6: ...rmation above is intended to be used for the purpose of improving vehicle safety performance Unlike general data recorders the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers To...

Page 7: ...ance Guide or Owner s Manual Supplement Important health and safety information about your Toyota CAUTION WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constitu ents and a wide variety of automobile compo nents...

Page 8: ...i tion damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty Spark ignition system of your Toyota The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require...

Page 9: ...nd seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as they are this may cause an accident such as fire Be s...

Page 10: ...u how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive...

Page 11: ...tenance procedures for the engine chassis body electrical system and more are clearly explained and illustrated Periodic maintenance and tune up Periodic maintenance and tune up helps to pre vent smal...

Page 12: ...08 WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts Toyota belts are Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use your belts ever...

Page 13: ...08 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview 2 Instrument cluster overview 7 Center cluster overview 8 Indicator symbols on the instrument...

Page 14: ...n roof switches 8 Center vents 9 Glove box 10 Power door lock switches 11 Power window switches 12 Trunk opener main switch 13 Rear console box 14 Rear vents 15 Power outlets 16 Seat ventilator heater...

Page 15: ...itches 7 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 8 Emergency flasher switch 9 Audio system 10 Air conditioning controls 11 Cigarette lighter and ashtray auxiliary box cassette player...

Page 16: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 4 16 Glass breakage sensor 17 Trunk opener switch 18 Fuel filler door opener switch 19 Power rear view mirror control switches...

Page 17: ...and washer switches 7 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 8 Emergency flasher switch 9 Audio system 10 Air conditioning controls 11 Cigarette lighter and ashtray auxiliary box cas...

Page 18: ...L O 0508 6 16 Telescopic steering lock release lever 17 Glass breakage sensor 18 Rear electric sunshade switch 19 Trunk opener switch 20 Fuel filler door opener switch 21 Power rear view mirror contr...

Page 19: ...ghts 3 Tachometer 4 Speedometer 5 Fuel gauge 6 Low fuel level warning light 7 Trip meter reset knob 8 Odometer and two trip meters 9 Automatic transmission shift range position display 10 Dynamic lase...

Page 20: ...AIRBAG ON and AIRBAG OFF indicator lights 5 Pattern selector knob for center display 1 If your vehicle has equipped navigation system see the separate Navigation System Owner s Manual 2 For details se...

Page 21: ...Open door warning light 1 SRS warning light 1 Low windshield washer fluid level warning light 1 Vehicle stability control system and traction control system warning light 1 or Automatic headlight leve...

Page 22: ...mic laser cruise control on page 172 in Section 1 7 Turn signal indicator lights Slip indicator traction control system off light Cruise control indicator light 2 or dynamic laser cruise control indic...

Page 23: ...display 238 Clock 241 Compass 241 Cigarette lighter and ashtrays 246 Power outlets 247 Garage door opener 248 Glove box 251 Auxiliary boxes 252 Rear console box 253 Cup holders 254 Rear electric sunsh...

Page 24: ...details see Audio system on page 189 in Section 1 8 2 Air conditioning display For details see Air conditioning system on page 223 in Section 1 9 3 Pattern selector knob 4 Cruise information display...

Page 25: ...ically be set to the initial mode When the instrument panel lights are turned on the brightness of the display may be reduced Pattern selector knob This knob is used to select the pattern of the displ...

Page 26: ...The actual driving range varies with driv ing habits and road conditions If fuel con sumption is good the driving range will be longer than indicated If fuel consumption is poor the driving range wil...

Page 27: ...The ignition switch must be set at ON If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock the time dis play will automatically be set to 1 00 one o clock When the instrument panel ligh...

Page 28: ...to in terference by artificial magnetic fields underground parking under a steel tower between buildings roof parking near a crossing near a large vehicle etc The vehicle is magnetized There is a magn...

Page 29: ...ter mined by the earth s magnetic field The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle To adjust this deviation stop the vehicle then push and hold the switch until...

Page 30: ...After calibration leaving the system for several seconds returns it to the compass mode CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehic...

Page 31: ...n is completed when the direction is shown on the display If calibration cannot be performed because of the magnetized vehicle etc take your vehicle to Toyota dealer Perform circling calibration just...

Page 32: ...ter it finishes heating up it auto matically pops out ready for use If the engine is not running the ignition switch must be set at ACC Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in Use a Toyota genuin...

Page 33: ...the power outlet to be used NOTICE To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12 V 120W To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use...

Page 34: ...ink install a new battery in the hand held transmitter prior to program ming The battery side of the hand held trans mitter must be pointed away from the HomeLink during the programming pro cess For C...

Page 35: ...rolling code sys tem 6 Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each re maining HomeLink button to program another device Programming a rolling code system If your device is Rolling Code equipped it is necessary...

Page 36: ...per ates correctly 7 Repeat steps 1 through 6 for each re maining HomeLink button to program another device Programming other devices To program other devices such as home security systems home door l...

Page 37: ...complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS 210 of the IC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must a...

Page 38: ...n case of an accident or sudden stop always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving Type A It is designed for holding a light objects do not place any heavy objects in it Heavy objects may cause t...

Page 39: ...e Type E rear seat To access the rear console box pull up the lock release lever while raising the rear console box lid CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop a...

Page 40: ...sible to use the rear console box lid as an armrest by moving it as shown in the illustration When using the console box return the lid to its original position Type A center console Type B rear armre...

Page 41: ...of an accident or sudden stop while driving keep the cup holder closed when it is not in use To raise the rear electric sunshade push the switch To lower the sun shade push the switch again The sunsh...

Page 42: ...hile it is opening Do not place anything where they may hinder the opening closing of the sunshade Do not affix anything to the sun shade Clean the sunshade groove if there is any foreign matter or du...

Page 43: ...Use a floor mat of the correct size If the floor carpet and floor mat have a hole then it is designed for use with a locking clip Fix the floor mat with locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet...

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Page 45: ...ENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys 12 Engine immobilizer system 16 Wireless remote control 18 Smart key system 27 Side doors 33 Power windows 40 Trunk lid 43 Hood 47 Theft deterrent system 48 Fuel...

Page 46: ...chips are needed to enable the system to function correctly so be careful not to lose these keys If you make your own duplicate key you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine To pr...

Page 47: ...ng other transponder keys includ ing keys of other vehicles from the ring or while gripping or covering them with your hand to start the engine Do not bend the key grip Do not cover the key grip with...

Page 48: ...ver s door the glove box and the door located behind the rear seat armrest Spare keys should not be left in the cabin In the event that a spare key is left in the cabin the smart key system will remai...

Page 49: ...in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer Do not keep the electronic key to gether with the products emitting electromagnetic waves such as a cellular phone USING A MECHANICAL KEY When you use the...

Page 50: ...llowing indicator conditions occur contact your Toyota dealer The indicator light remains on The indicator light does not start flash ing under the following situations Vehicles with key cylinder type...

Page 51: ...FCC ID MOZRI 21BTY FCC ID NI4TMIMB 1 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 thi...

Page 52: ...When you operate any switch push it slowly and securely Vehicles with smart key system only When the switch is operated the indicator light flashes once If not the battery may be discharged Replace th...

Page 53: ...control transmitter on page 326 in Section 4 For vehicles sold in U S A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not c...

Page 54: ...ble for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equip ment For vehicles sold in Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interfer ence...

Page 55: ...e switch operation For details contact your Toyota dealer If the key is in the ignition vehicles with key cylinder type ignition switch or the ignition switch is set to ACC or ON ve hicles with smart...

Page 56: ...stem the trunk lid cannot be opened by the trunk opener switch Opening of the trunk lid with the wireless remote control can be changed as follows Ask your Toyota dealer for details Trunk lid opens by...

Page 57: ...door opened 1 Insert the ignition key and remove it 2 Within 5 seconds set the ignition switch to ON 3 After 10 seconds push any switch on the transmitter twice within 10 seconds Two beep sounds infor...

Page 58: ...als 3 Put in a new transmitter battery with positive side up Install the circuit board into the transmitter case Close the transmitter case securely NOTICE Make sure the positive side and negative sid...

Page 59: ...it your self use a CR2032 lithium battery or equivalent and a flathead screwdriver CAUTION Special care should be taken to pre vent small children from swallowing the removed transmitter battery or c...

Page 60: ...bat tery by flathead screwdriver or equiva lent Insert the guide groove and lift as shown in the above illustration NOTICE Do not modify the battery case It may cause a trouble 4 Put in a new battery...

Page 61: ...consists mainly of the following functions Engine immobilizer function For de tails see Engine immobilizer system on page 16 in this Section Wireless remote control function For details see Wireless r...

Page 62: ...ormation see Ignition switch on page 159 in Section 1 7 and How to start the engine on page 290 in Section 3 STEERING LOCK FUNCTION When the driver s door is opened after turning off the engine the st...

Page 63: ...as gas sta tions When you are carrying an electronic key together with a mobile communica tions system such as a two way radio or cellular phone When the electronic key is in contact with or covered b...

Page 64: ...y deactivated in the following con ditions If the electronic key is left outside of the vehicle and within the effective range of the entry function actuation area for more than 10 minutes If the door...

Page 65: ...ubject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received includ ing interference that may cause unde sired operat...

Page 66: ...connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party respon sible for compliance could void the user s...

Page 67: ...t your Toyota dealer Vehicles with smart key system For three seconds after the doors have been locked the doors cannot be re unlocked via the smart key system When you unlock the doors the interior l...

Page 68: ...ound continuously for 2 sec onds When attempting to lock the doors with the key near a window or a door han dle A beep will sound continuously for 2 seconds The beep may not sound if the key is on the...

Page 69: ...ghts come on for about 15 seconds and then fade out even if the door is not opened For further information see Illu minated entry system on page 135 in Section 1 5 SELECTING DOORS TO BE UNLOCKED WITH...

Page 70: ...a strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door Be careful not to lock your keys in t...

Page 71: ...the shift position All doors are automatically locked when the selector lever is moved out of P position Locking linked with vehicle speed All doors are automatically locked when the vehicle speed goe...

Page 72: ...n the driver s door is opened within 10 seconds after the ignition switch is set from ON to ACC or OFF Unlocking linked with the shift posi tion All doors are automatically unlocked when the selector...

Page 73: ...l the function do the above op eration again Move the lock knob to the LOCK position as shown on the label When the child protector is locked you cannot open the rear door by the inside door handle We...

Page 74: ...It stops working when either front door is opened OPERATING THE FRONT WINDOWS Use the switches on the driver s door and front passenger s door Normal operation The window moves as long as you hold th...

Page 75: ...ame If the window receives a strong impact this function may work even if nothing is caught If the power window does not operate automatically or the jam protection function does not operate correctly...

Page 76: ...ose the power win dows always make sure there is nobody around the power windows You must also make sure the heads hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside the v...

Page 77: ...284 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage To close the trunk lid lower it and press down on it After closing the trunk lid try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed To deactiva...

Page 78: ...ed using the smart key system Open the trunk using other methods If you left the key in the trunk and close it when all side doors are locked a beep will sound continuously for 2 seconds You can open...

Page 79: ...he trunk lid cannot be unlocked due to a discharged battery or other trouble This system helps protect things locked in the trunk by safeguarding the trunk opener main switch from unwanted ac cess 1 T...

Page 80: ...ey cylin der type ignition switch or mechani cal key vehicles with smart key sys tem and turn it clockwise to lock the door After closing the trunk lid try pulling it up to make sure it is securely lo...

Page 81: ...the hood lock release lever The hood will spring up slightly CAUTION Before driving be sure that the hood is closed and securely locked Other wise the hood may open unexpected ly while driving and an...

Page 82: ...icles with smart key system The ignition switch is turned off The engine immobilizer system is set and the indicator light will start flashing For details see Engine immobilizer system on page 16 in t...

Page 83: ...atically resets the alarm after the alarm stops The alarm will activate again under the same circumstances described in Activating the system Stopping the alarm The alarm will be stopped by the follow...

Page 84: ...The fumes are flammable When opening the cap do not re move the cap quickly In hot weath er fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly re moved 2...

Page 85: ...unction indicator lamp comes on Make sure the cap is tightened securely The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times If the indicator lamp does not go off contact your Toyota dealer as soon...

Page 86: ...e TILT UP side The roof will fully tilt up automatically To stop the roof partway push the switch on either the SLIDE OPEN or TILT UP side briefly To tilt down Push and hold the switch for 1 second on...

Page 87: ...get caught in the closing roof it could result in death or serious injury When anyone closes the moon roof first make sure it is safe to do so Be sure to carry the key when you leave your vehicle Nev...

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Page 89: ...CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats 56 Front seats 56 Driving position memory system 60 Rear seats 63 Trunk storage extension 64 Head restraints 65 Armrest 65 Seat ventilators heaters 66 Seat b...

Page 90: ...first 50 75 mm 2 3 in of inflation placing yourself 250 mm 10 in from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to y...

Page 91: ...pholstery of the seats with side airbags Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activat ing correctly disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate ac cidentally resulting in de...

Page 92: ...or rear collision when the driver and front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats If you are reclined the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly...

Page 93: ...ACK ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired direction Releasing the switch will stop the seat back at that position CAUTION Avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed The...

Page 94: ...view mirrors to the desired position 2 While pushing the SET button push button 1 or 2 until a beep is heard The system can memorize up to 2 posi tions by repeating the above steps If step 2 is perfor...

Page 95: ...ing position memory button To reactivate the system push the button 1 or 2 again If the vehicle s battery is disconnected the memory will be erased and the posi tions will have to be set again CAUTION...

Page 96: ...old the lock or unlock button on the electronic key until a beep sounds If you want to set other driving position repeat the above procedure The previous setting will be erased and the new posi tion w...

Page 97: ...our body to make sure it is locked in position When operating the seat be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat Flap area Do not place objects on the flap area Objects placed behin...

Page 98: ...cles with the key cylin der type ignition switch or mechanical key vehicles with the smart key system Lock the door after use to protect items in the trunk See Cargo and luggage on page 284 in Section...

Page 99: ...ton The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head Therefore using a cushion on the seatback is not recom mended CAUTION Adjust the center of the head re straint so that it is clos...

Page 100: ...he indicator light will illumi nate to indicate the seat heater is operat ing The ignition switch must be set at ON to operate seat heaters With seat ventilator Three setting levels are available To d...

Page 101: ...the seats do not use organic substances paint thin ner benzine alcohol gasoline etc They may damage the heater and seat surface Before cleaning the seats fully wring out the towel that will be used W...

Page 102: ...enough to properly wear the vehicle s seat belts See Child restraint on page 98 in this Section for details If a child is too large for a child restraint system the child should sit in the rear seat...

Page 103: ...hey do not get caught or pinched in the seat or doors Inspect the belt system periodically Check for cuts fraying and loose parts Damaged parts should be re placed Do not disassemble or modify the sys...

Page 104: ...t coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Toyota dealer Do not use the seat...

Page 105: ...ways make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder The belt should be kept away from your neck but not falling off your shoulder Failure to do so could reduce the amount...

Page 106: ...the outside shoulder belt is inserted through the guide the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head of an occupant To use the comfort guide do as fol lows Seat belt comfort guides ar...

Page 107: ...lastic cord must be behind the belt and the guide must be on the front 3 Buckle position and release the seat belt For wearing the seat belt see Fastening front and rear seat belts on page 69 in this...

Page 108: ...our Toyota dealer free of charge Please contact your local Toyota dealer to order the proper required length for the extender Bring the heaviest coat you ex pect to wear for proper measurement and sel...

Page 109: ...t belt buckle then reconnect the seat belt Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the AIRBAG ON indicator light is illuminated If you use the seat belt extender while the AIRBAG OFF indica...

Page 110: ...into the vehicle next time When not in use remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use CAUTION After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and sho...

Page 111: ...ts 4 Front passenger occupant classification system ECU and sensors 5 Seat belt pretensioner assemblies 6 Front passenger s seat belt buckle switch 7 Airbag sensor assembly The seat belt pretensioners...

Page 112: ...system monitors the airbag sensor assembly front airbag sen sors side and curtain shield airbag sen sors curtain shield airbag sensors driv er s seat position sensor driver s seat belt buckle switch f...

Page 113: ...ver airbag system consists of the driver seat s position sensor etc The front passenger s airbag system consists of the front passenger occupant classification sensor etc In response to a severe front...

Page 114: ...system Toyota strongly recommends that all in fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper ly restrained The rear seat is the safest for infants and children For instruction...

Page 115: ...ard surface Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the under side of your vehicle Some examples ar...

Page 116: ...potential skin irritation with soap and water If you can safely exit from the vehicle you should do so imme diately Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second so the airbags must infl...

Page 117: ...ng position see Front seat precautions on page 56 in this Section Do not sit on the edge of the seat or lean against the dashboard when the vehicle is in use since the front passenger airbag could inf...

Page 118: ...l column cover dashboard near the front passenger airbag front passenger airbag cover front passenger airbag driver knee air bag or airbag sensor assembly Do ing so may prevent the front airbag system...

Page 119: ...front airbags are operating proper ly This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly front airbag sen sors side and curtain shield airbag sen sors curtain shield airbag sensors driv er...

Page 120: ...eel lower portion of instrument panel or front passenger airbag cover shaded in the illustration is scratched cracked or otherwise damaged NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting...

Page 121: ...the side airbags are not activated Always wear your seat belt properly CAUTION The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system is designed only as a supplement to the prima ry protection of the d...

Page 122: ...98 in this Section The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles or a collision to the side of the v...

Page 123: ...n of the occu pants When the airbags inflate they produce a fairly loud noise and release some smoke and residue along with non toxic gas This does not indicate a fire This smoke may remain inside the...

Page 124: ...front pillar rear pillar and roof side rail with a curtain shield airbag Do not allow anyone to get his her head close to the area where the side airbag and curtain shield air bag inflate since these...

Page 125: ...r object will be thrown with great force or the side airbag may not activate correctly resulting in death or serious injury Likewise the driver and front passenger should not hold objects in their arm...

Page 126: ...ront and rear pillars and roof side rails containing the curtain shield airbags Such changes may disable the system or cause the curtain shield airbags to inflate accidental ly resulting in death or s...

Page 127: ...ght AIRBAG OFF indicator light front passenger s seat belt buckle switch seat belt pretensioner assemblies inflat ors interconnecting wiring and power sources For details see Service remind er indicat...

Page 128: ...in the table on page 96 and based on these conditions activates or deacti vates the following systems Front passenger airbag Side airbag on the front passenger seat Front passenger s seat belt preten...

Page 129: ...ted when an adult is seated in the front passenger seat If the AIRBAG OFF indicator light is illumina ted ask the passenger to sit up straight well back in the seat and with the seat belt worn correct...

Page 130: ...Activated Deactivated 4 There is a malfunction in the system AIRBAG OFF On Off Deactivated Activated Activated 1 The system judges a person of adult size as an adult When a smaller adult sits in the...

Page 131: ...then reconnect the seat belt Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the AIRBAG ON indicator light is illuminated If you use the seat belt extender while the AIRBAG OFF indicator light is i...

Page 132: ...lluminated the front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger seat may deploy even if observing the above cautions when a child sits in or a for ward facing child restraint system is in...

Page 133: ...speed and force Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously in jured Do not allow the child to lean his her head or any part of his her body against the door or the area of the seat front or rear p...

Page 134: ...he rear seat than in the front seat When not using the child restraint system keep it secured with the seat belt or place it in the trunk or somewhere other than the passenger compartment This will pr...

Page 135: ...child re straint system on the front passen ger seat even if the AIRBAG OFF indicator light is illuminated In the event of an accident the impact of the rapid inflation of the front pas senger airbag...

Page 136: ...ation install the child re straint system on the rear right seat Same angle When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position adjust both seatbacks to the same angle Otherwise the c...

Page 137: ...ild from death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it i...

Page 138: ...n and allow the belt to retract completely The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen ger B CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat must be used i...

Page 139: ...ys tem and secure the child complying with the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer The AIRBAG OFF indicator light should be illuminated when the ignition switch is set at...

Page 140: ...ont passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible even if the AIRBAG OFF indicator light is illuminated because the front passenger airbag could inflate with...

Page 141: ...ion install the child re straint system on the rear right seat Same angle When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position adjust both seatbacks to the same angle Otherwise the chi...

Page 142: ...m death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the l...

Page 143: ...stallation instructions provided by its manufac turer 4 To remove the convertible seat press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely The belt will move freely again and be r...

Page 144: ...e child to lean his her head or any part of his her body against the door or the area of the seat front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy ev...

Page 145: ...child may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud den braking or a collision Both high positioned lap belts and loose fitting belts could cause death or serious injuries due to sliding under th...

Page 146: ...he procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap Symbol Anchor brackets Use the anchor bracket on the package tray behind the rear seat to attach the top strap Anch...

Page 147: ...aint 2 Open the lid of the anchor bracket 3 Securely fasten the child restraint system with the seat belt Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap For instructions to install t...

Page 148: ...ith the FMVSS225 or CMVSS210 2 specifications are installed in the rear seat The anchorages are installed in the clear ance between the seat cushion and seat back of both outside rear seats Child rest...

Page 149: ...s onto the anchorages and tighten the lower straps Type B Latch the buckles onto the anchorages For owners in Canada The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connec tor...

Page 150: ...t system in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer After securing the child restraint system never recline the seat Do not i...

Page 151: ...OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 118 Outside rear view mirrors 119 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 120 Auto anti glare inside rear view mir...

Page 152: ...he steering wheel column length hold the steering wheel push down the telescopic lock release lever push or pull the steering wheel to the desired length and return the lever to its original position...

Page 153: ...ns to reduce the reflection of the headlights of the vehicle behind you For details see Auto anti glare inside rear view mirror on page 121 in this Sec tion When you push the rear window defogger swit...

Page 154: ...ion memory system on page 60 in Sec tion 1 3 NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror do not operate the control or scrape the mir ror face Use a spray de icer to free the mirror Adjust the mirror so that...

Page 155: ...mode The indicator illuminates to show you that the function is on In automatic function mode if the mirror detects light from the headlights of the vehicle behind you the mirror surface darkens slig...

Page 156: ...lock out glare from the front Swing down the sun visor position 1 To block out glare from the side Swing down the sun visor remove it from the hook and swing it to the lateral side posi tion 2 If glar...

Page 157: ...O 0508 123 To use the vanity mirrors swing down the sun visor and open the cover Vanity lights The vanity lights come on when you open the cover To adjust the brightness of the lights slide the switch...

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Page 159: ...s and turn signals 126 Emergency flashers 132 Instrument panel light control 132 Front fog lights 133 Interior light 133 Front personal lights 133 Rear personal lights 134 Illuminated entry system 135...

Page 160: ...ion when the ignition switch is set at ON The headlights and or all of the lights in position 1 automatically turn on or off de pending on the darkness of the surround ings Manually twist the knob to...

Page 161: ...r for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day The DRL system can be helpful in many differ ent driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and...

Page 162: ...ull the lever all the way back The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever You can flash the high beam headlights even when the headlight switch is off TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn p...

Page 163: ...automatically turn on or off de pending on the darkness of the surround ings Manually twist the knob to the position 2 to turn on the headlights if they are need ed immediately when entering a dark tu...

Page 164: ...ing Light DRL system The headlights turn on when the parking brake is released with the engine started even with the light switch in the OFF position They will not go off until the ignition switch is...

Page 165: ...ull the lever all the way back The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever You can flash the high beam headlights even when the headlight switch is off TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn p...

Page 166: ...d as pos sible The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat ing NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis charged do not leave the switch on longer than necessa...

Page 167: ...the light on all the time OFF Turns the light off DOOR Turns the light on when any door is opened The light goes off when all the doors are closed For details see Illuminated entry system on page 135...

Page 168: ...on when the interior light switch is in the OFF or DOOR position The interior light switch has the following positions ON Keeps the light on all the time OFF Turn the lights on only when you pushing o...

Page 169: ...the interior light switch is in the DOOR position 1 Ignition switch light 2 Interior light 3 Front personal lights 4 Center console illumination 5 Rear personal lights 6 Exterior foot lights When any...

Page 170: ...n 1 2 To turn on the windshield wipers move the lever to the desired setting The ignition switch must be set at ON Lever position Operation Position 1 Intermittent operation Position 2 Low speed opera...

Page 171: ...In freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windshield which can block your vision NOTICE Do not o...

Page 172: ...system malfunctions However when the windshield gets ex tremely hot at more than 90 C 194 F the wipers do not operate even if the wiper lever is in the position 1 As soon as the vehicle starts to move...

Page 173: ...e or can be deactivated For details ask your Toyota dealer For instructions on adding washer fluid see Adding washer fluid on page 369 in Section 7 3 In freezing weather warm the windshield with the d...

Page 174: ...e system will automatically shut off af ter the defogger has operated about 15 minutes CAUTION Type B only Since the mirror sur faces can get hot do not touch them when the defogger switch is on Make...

Page 175: ...F INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge 142 Engine coolant temperature gauge 142 Tachometer 143 Odometer and two trip meters 143 Service reminder indicators...

Page 176: ...fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual If the fuel tank is completely empty the malfunction indicator lamp comes on Fill the fuel tank immediately The indicator...

Page 177: ...ions per minute Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent en gine lugging and over revving Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel...

Page 178: ...ly push and release the button The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B then back to the odometer each time you push To reset the trip meter A to zero d...

Page 179: ...off stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer b indicator and buzzer Fasten driver s seat belt c indicator and buzzer Fasten front passenger s seat belt d Stop and check e Stop and check f or Take v...

Page 180: ...to Toyota dealer If brake system warning light is also on stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer i indicator and buzzer Close all doors j Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately k Take vehicle t...

Page 181: ...n Do this o indicator and buzzer Shift selector lever to P and turn off engine Check key p Dynamic laser cruise control master warning light Check condition according to warning code If system malfunc...

Page 182: ...off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running In this case the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will become longer De press the brake pedal firmly an...

Page 183: ...warning light comes on when the ignition switch is set at ON and goes off when the engine is started When there are problems in the charging system while the engine is running the warning light comes...

Page 184: ...is depressed there may be a problem somewhere in the elec tronic throttle control system At this time vibration may occur Howev er if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly you can...

Page 185: ...switch is set at ON or remains on The light comes on while you are driv ing A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem CAUTION If the ABS warning light remains on...

Page 186: ...more Stop the vehicle and close the door completely j SRS Warning Light This indicator comes on when the igni tion switch is set at ON It goes off after about 6 seconds This means the SRS front airba...

Page 187: ...hen there is a problem somewhere in the automatic headlight leveling system The light will come on when the ignition switch is set at ON and will go off after a few seconds If it comes on have your ve...

Page 188: ...control on page 172 in Section 1 7 q Key Reminder Buzzer vehicles with key cylinder type ignition switch This buzzer act as a reminder to remove the key when you open the driver s door with the engine...

Page 189: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 155 If any service reminder indicator or warn ing buzzer does not function as described above have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible...

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Page 191: ...ND CONTROLS Ignition switch Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch 158 Automatic transmission 161 Traction control system 165 Vehicle stability control system 167 Parking brake 169 Cruise cont...

Page 192: ...lizer system is automatically set See Engine immobilizer system on page 16 in Section 1 2 When starting the engine the key may seem stuck at the LOCK position To free it first be sure the key is pushe...

Page 193: ...T STOP switch slowly and firmly First time ACC accessory mode illu minate amber Accessories such as the radio operate Second time ON mode illuminate am ber Power on and all accessories on Third time P...

Page 194: ...ff you may hear sound coming from underneath the luggage compartment for several minutes This is normal opera tion and does not indicate a malfunction See Leak detection pump on page viii It is not a...

Page 195: ...e shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster P Parking engine starting and key removal R Reverse N Neutral D Normal driving shifting into overdrive Sequential position S mode driving U...

Page 196: ...is low the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear even in the D posi tion CAUTION Never put your foot on the accelera tor pedal while shifting 3 Release the parking brake and brake pedal...

Page 197: ...the transmis sion when it is not possible to downshift due to high vehicle speed a warning tone sounds twice Maximum allowable speeds To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic maximum acceleratio...

Page 198: ...e The transmission will downshift to first range when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 39 km h 24 mph and maximum engine braking will be enabled CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a...

Page 199: ...on even though the brake pedal is depressed use the shift lock override button For instructions see If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever on page 325 in Section 4 The traction cont...

Page 200: ...light blinks You may feel vibration or noise in your vehicle caused by operation of the brakes This indicates the system is functioning properly The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds wh...

Page 201: ...ine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move This means that the sys tem is in the self check mode but does not indicate a malfunction CAUTION Do not rely excessively on the ve hicle stabil...

Page 202: ...arns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle stability control system or the traction control system The light will come on when the ignition switch is set at ON and will go off after a few s...

Page 203: ...riving be sure the parking brake is fully released and the park ing brake reminder light is off The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km h 25 mph with your foo...

Page 204: ...the cruise control push ON OFF button This turns the system on The indicator light in the instrument cluster shows that you can now set your desired cruising speed Another push will turn the system c...

Page 205: ...speed will also automatically be cancelled If the preset speed automatically cancels out for other than the above reasons do not operate the cruise control Although it is no problem to continue drivin...

Page 206: ...0 km h 25 mph again CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If CRUISE indicator light in the instru ment cluster flashes when using the cruise control push ON OFF button to turn the system off and then push it...

Page 207: ...3 CRUISE indicator light 4 NORM indicator light conventional cruise control mode indicator light 5 Display 6 Master warning light 7 READY indicator light ready mode indicator light Vehicle to vehicle...

Page 208: ...d speed cruise control mode see Conventional fixed speed cruise control mode on page 185 The laser radar sensor in this system primarily detects the reflectors of the vehicle ahead of you to determine...

Page 209: ...celeration your vehicle cruising speed changes in proportion to the speed of the vehicle ahead to maintain an ap propriate distance from your vehicle to the vehicle ahead The vehicle to ve hicle dist...

Page 210: ...ight or when raindrops or snow flakes get on the laser radar sensor glass the vehicle to vehicle dis tance will not be measured accura tely When using the windshield wipers at high or low speeds the d...

Page 211: ...d of a curve or narrow driving lanes due to road construction or your ve hicle condition steering wheel ma neuvering position in the lane or unstable driving because of an acci dent or breakdown vehic...

Page 212: ...operate dynamic laser cruise control press the ON OFF button This turns the system on When the CRUISE and READY indicator lights in the instrument cluster come on you can now set your desired cruisin...

Page 213: ...DISTANCE CONTROL MODE FAILURE WARNING on page 183 CANCELLING THE PRESET SPEED You can cancel the preset speed by doing any of the following a Pulling the lever in the CANCEL direction b Depressing th...

Page 214: ...ter way to reset is to de press the brake pedal and then push the lever down in the SET direction If the control lever is released when the vehicle speed exceeds the upper limit of the preset speed tr...

Page 215: ...nated distance When the vehicle to vehicle distance con trol mode is activated or the READY indicator comes on the vehicle to vehicle distance setting can be changed The vehicle to vehicle distance i...

Page 216: ...nce or that sufficient vehicle to vehicle distance is main tained APPROACH WARNING While you are cruising in the vehicle to vehicle distance control mode if the ve hicle ahead decelerates abruptly or...

Page 217: ...ways keep the laser radar sensor glass clean When cleaning use a soft cloth and be careful not to damage the sensor Avoid strong impacts around the la ser radar sensor An incorrect laser radar sensor...

Page 218: ...ons The wipers are operating at high or low speeds Direct sunlight from the front It is difficult to make a measurement because of bad weather such as rainy foggy or snowy weather In the following cas...

Page 219: ...ondi tions or serious injury or death could result To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle do not use conven tional cruise control mode when us ing dynamic laser cruise control while driving...

Page 220: ...ial mode before you set the cruise control speed in the conventional cruise control mode Bring your vehicle to the desired speed push the lever down in the SET direc tion and release it This sets the...

Page 221: ...n the SET direction RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED Push the lever down in the SET direc tion and hold it Release the lever when the desired speed is attained While the lever is held down the vehicle spee...

Page 222: ...display If a system malfunction is detected when the conventional cruise control mode is in the ready mode or operating the master warning light comes on an alarm sounds and the above code appears If...

Page 223: ...stem Reference 190 Using your audio system 191 Audio remote controls 215 Audio system operating hints 216 For information about the speech command system of a vehicle equipped with navigation system p...

Page 224: ...Type 2 AM FM radio compact disc player with changer with cassette player con troller Type 3 AM FM radio compact disc player with changer with cassette player and XM satellite radio controller Use of...

Page 225: ...ting a cassette tape or compact disc You can turn off each player by ejecting the cassette tape or compact disc If the audio system was previously off then the entire audio system will be turned off w...

Page 226: ...6 The XM radio is solely responsible for the quality availabil ity and content of the satellite radio ser vices provided which are subject to the terms and conditions of the XM radio cus tomer service...

Page 227: ...etter with differ ent mixes of treble midrange type 3 only and bass Balance A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important Keep in mind t...

Page 228: ...again The player is intended for use with 12 cm 4 7 in discs only NOTICE Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player Do not insert anything other than com pact discs into the...

Page 229: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 195 Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows Controls and features Type 1...

Page 230: ...the cassette player will stop and then play that same side If a tape fast forwards completely the cassette will play the other side of the tape using the auto reverse feature Compact disc player Push...

Page 231: ...se from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FM Push the FM button to turn on the radio and select the FM b...

Page 232: ...the tracks on a disc SCAN will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to To stop scanning push this button again If the player has scanned all the...

Page 233: ...playing NO TITLE will appear on the display If the entire disc or track title does not appear on the display push and hold the button until you hear a beep The rest of the title will appear TRACK Trac...

Page 234: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 200 Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows Type 2...

Page 235: ...be cancelled Reverse Fast forward button Cassette player Push preset button 6 to fast for ward a cassette tape FF will appear on the display Push preset button 5 to rewind a tape REW will appear on th...

Page 236: ...1 will ap pear on the display Push the button again to turn off Dolby B NR The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB For best sound reproduc tion play your tapes with this button on or off a...

Page 237: ...lay and the player will perform the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order To turn off the random feature push this button again To play all the tracks in the magazine in random order...

Page 238: ...on a disc Quickly push and release the SCAN but ton SCAN will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to To stop scanning push this button again If...

Page 239: ...the radio switches from stereo to mono recep tion TAPE Push the TAPE button to play a cassette tape The indicator light will come on TEXT This button is used to change the display for the compact disc...

Page 240: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 206 Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows Type 3...

Page 241: ...SAT button Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and service Contact your Toyota deal er for details Eject button This button is used to eject one or all compact discs To eject the current compact...

Page 242: ...tact is canceled you can choose the CH000 and all free to air channels The premium channel you selected is not authorized Wait for about 2 sec onds until the radio returns to the pre vious channel or...

Page 243: ...messages If the player malfunctions your audio sys tem will display following error messages WAIT The compact disc player unit may be too hot Allow the player to cool down ERROR 1 The disc may be dirt...

Page 244: ...the tape Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FM Pus...

Page 245: ...isplay and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order To turn off the random feature push this button again RDS Radio Data System display The radio will au...

Page 246: ...annel To stop scanning push this button again To scan the currently selected channel category Quickly push and release the SCAN but ton SCAN appears on the display The radio will find the next channel...

Page 247: ...appears on the display If you want to return to the begin ning of the current track quickly push the down side of the button one time ST Stereo reception display Your radio automatically changes to st...

Page 248: ...ges in the order from the elapsed time to disc title to track title then back to the elapsed time If this button is pushed while a compact disc that does not contain text data is playing NO TITLE will...

Page 249: ...elled To step up or down the frequency push and hold the switch even after you hear a beep When you release the switch the radio will begin seeking up or down for a station Do this again to find the n...

Page 250: ...until the disc you want to listen to is set 3 MODE switch Push MODE switch to select an audio mode Each push changes the mode se quentially if the desired mode is ready to use To turn the audio system...

Page 251: ...terfere with those received directly from the radio sta tion causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak Station interference When a reflected sig nal and a signal received directly...

Page 252: ...tape head and other parts regu larly A dirty tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and tangle your cassette tapes The easiest way to clean them is by using a cleaning tape A wet type is r...

Page 253: ...oisture gets into your compact disc player you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries CAUTION Compact...

Page 254: ...ndle compact discs carefully espe cially when you are inserting them Hold them on the edge and do not bend them Avoid getting fingerprints on them particularly on the shiny side Dirt scratches warping...

Page 255: ...pe it with a soft lint free cloth that has been damp ened with water Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc not in circles Dry it with another soft lint free cloth Do not use...

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Page 257: ...PERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls 224 Air flow selector settings 228 Operating tips 228 Climate remote controls 231 Instrument panel and rear vents 232 Air conditio...

Page 258: ...re selector TEMP with DUAL button indicator on individual setting on driver side only with DUAL button indicator off simultaneous setting on driver front passenger 5 AUTO button 6 Temperature selector...

Page 259: ...the fan speed unless you desire another fan speed mode DUAL button Push the button to change the mode of the temperature setting With the indicator on Individual temper ature setting With the indicat...

Page 260: ...the floor vents and windshield vents This position allows the air intake to select FRESH automatically This is to clean up the front view more quickly If you want to return the setting to RECIRCULATE...

Page 261: ...depending on the condi tion of the air conditioning system For example when the ambient tempera ture is low the air intake mode may change automatically to FRESH This is not a malfunction A C button T...

Page 262: ...the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through out the vehicle On cold days set the fan speed...

Page 263: ...Air intake FRESH outside air Air flow FLOOR Air conditioning OFF For quick heating select recirculated air for a few minutes To keep the windows from fogging select fresh af ter the vehicle interior h...

Page 264: ...flow button turns on the defogging function with the purpose of clearing the front view Pressing this button once again returns the air flow mode to the last one used In this position the air intake s...

Page 265: ...on AUTO button For automatic operation of the air condi tioning press the AUTO button AUTO will appear on the display to show that the automatic operation mode has been selected In the automatic opera...

Page 266: ...cancelled when the PASSENGER TEMP button on the instru ment panel is pushed OFF button Push the OFF button to turn off the air conditioning system Side vents Center vents Rear vents If air flow contr...

Page 267: ...oning filter may clog af ter long use The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air condi tioner and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency or if the windows beg...

Page 268: ...en the glove box Remove the screw with a Phillips head screw driver and slide off the damper as shown 2 Push in each side of the glove box to disconnect the claws 3 Remove the filter cover while push...

Page 269: ...y it should be replaced When inserting the filter in the filter outlet keep the arrow pointing up INFORMATION The air filter should be installed prop erly in position The use of air condi tioning with...

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Page 271: ...countries 262 Three way catalytic converters 263 Engine exhaust cautions 264 Facts about engine oil consumption 264 Iridium tipped spark plugs 266 Brake system 266 Brake pad wear limit indicators 270...

Page 272: ...93 in Canada NOTICE Do not use leaded gasoline Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three way catalytic converter to lose its ef fectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly Als...

Page 273: ...rfor mance reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality OXYGENATES IN GASOLINE Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate content is up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE If yo...

Page 274: ...shut off system activates set the ignition switch to ACC or off once and start it CAUTION Inspect the ground under the vehicle before restarting the engine If you find that liquid has leaked onto the...

Page 275: ...lytic converter Do not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 min utes Avoid racing the engine Do not push start or pull start your vehicle Do not turn off the ignition while the vehic...

Page 276: ...operation of your vehicle s ventilation system keep the inlet grilles in front of the wind shield clear of snow leaves or oth er obstructions If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle drive with the w...

Page 277: ...example if a vehicle is used for repeated short trips and consumes a nor mal amount of oil the dipstick may not show any drop in the oil level at all even after 1000 km 600 miles or more This is beca...

Page 278: ...se Also the brake system warning light may come on CAUTION Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system Have your brakes fixed immediately BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses engine vacu...

Page 279: ...may hear a click or motor sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started This means that the anti lock brake system is in the self ch...

Page 280: ...ing the speed sensors for respec tive wheels turning speeds The use of tires other than specified may fail to detect the accurate turning speed resulting in a longer stopping dis tance Type A Type B A...

Page 281: ...if either of the sys tems malfunctions the light comes on again When the ABS warning light is on and the brake system warning light is off the anti lock brake system and the brake as sist system do n...

Page 282: ...nd in the engine compartment and feel the vibration of the brake pedal This does not indicate a mal function The brake assist system becomes opera tive after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in...

Page 283: ...an be seen through the windshield from outside This is the primary identification number for your Toyota It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle The vehicle identification number VIN i...

Page 284: ...applied to a surface any attempt to remove it will result in destroy ing the integrity of the label Transferring these labels intact from one part to anoth er will be impossible NOTICE You should not...

Page 285: ...indicators For details see Checking and replacing tires on page 357 4 Uniform tire quality grading For details see Uniform tire quality grading that follows 5 Tire ply composition and mate rials Plies...

Page 286: ...t maximum cold tire inflation pressure For details see Checking and replacing tires on page 357 9 Maximum cold tire inflation pressure This means the pres sure to which a tire may be in flated For det...

Page 287: ...r details see Compact spare tire on page 315 2 Tire size For details see Tire size on page 277 3 DOT and Tire Identification Number TIN For details see DOT and Tire Identification Number TIN on page 2...

Page 288: ...filled in the tire A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure 9 Radial tires or bias ply tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall A tire not marked with...

Page 289: ...to section width 4 Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal 5 Wheel diameter in inches 6 Load index 2 digits or 3 digits 7 Speed symbol alphabet with one letter 1 Section width 2 Tire height 3 Wheel...

Page 290: ...ting based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a speci fied government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on...

Page 291: ...excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C cor responds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109...

Page 292: ...t including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air conditioning and additional weight optional engine Intended outboard sidewall A the sidewall that contains a whitewall b...

Page 293: ...uty battery and special trim Recommended inflation pressure cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer Rim a metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire be...

Page 294: ...in accordance with Table 1 that follows and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load...

Page 295: ...s whose esti mated average weight is 68 kg 150 lb per person Depending on the weight of each person the seating ca pacity given may exceed the total load capacity NOTICE Even if the number of occupant...

Page 296: ...f the instrument panel They may interfere with the driver s field of view Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning and im pair the driver s control of the vehicle In an accident t...

Page 297: ...ehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available car go and luggage load capacity of your vehi...

Page 298: ...load of occu pant s weight and the cargo load is less than the total load capac ity do not apply the load uneven ly That may cause not only dam age to the tire but also deteriora tion to the steering...

Page 299: ...summer tires in highway driving The details about how to distinguish summer tires from all season tires are described on page 273 in this Section CAUTION Do not mix summer and all sea son tires on you...

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Page 301: ...ore starting the engine 290 How to start the engine 290 Driving and parking using smart key system 293 Tips for driving in various conditions 297 Winter driving tips 298 Dinghy towing 299 Trailer towi...

Page 302: ...er about 25 seconds maximum if the engine has not started yet When you crank the engine again wait a few sec onds and restart it If you press and hold the ENGINE START STOP switch the function will ke...

Page 303: ...correct proce dure given in normal starting If the engine will not start See If your vehicle will not start on page 308 in Section 4 NOTICE Do not crank for more than 30 se conds at a time This may o...

Page 304: ...P switch this indicates that the key is not in the vehicle If the key is placed in the trunk the engine cannot be started There are instances in which the en gine will not start even if the key is in...

Page 305: ...ngine if the engine comes on Wait 10 seconds to start the engine after the battery has been reconnected The engine may not start on the first try This does not indicate a malfunction NOTICE Do not rac...

Page 306: ...ver has been set in the P position Get out of the vehicle only after turning off the engine by pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch and checking that the ignition switch indicator light has gone off...

Page 307: ...ng the driver s door This indicates that the transmission selec tor lever is in a position other than P and that the ignition switch is not set at OFF Get out of the vehicle only after setting the tra...

Page 308: ...re that you are carrying the key I A warning buzzer sounds once from the instrument cluster when turning off the ignition switch This indicates that the key battery is low This warning buzzer sounds o...

Page 309: ...f necessary block the wheels Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet To see whether they are wet check that there is no traffic near you and then press the pedal ligh...

Page 310: ...coolant type selection For the U S A Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mixture of 50 coolant and 50 deionized water This coolant pro vides protection down to about 35 C 31 F For Canada Toyota Super...

Page 311: ...r salt flares small shovel jumper cables etc Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed with four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the gr...

Page 312: ...es established by the hitch manufacturer Even though the vehicle may be physically capa ble of towing a higher weight the operator must determine the maxi mum weight rating of the particular hitch ass...

Page 313: ...ITCHES Use only a hitch which is recom mended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight re quirement Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer and bolt the hitc...

Page 314: ...ufacturer in respect to the total trailer weight TRAILER LIGHTS Trailer lights must comply with federal state provincial and local regulations See your local recreational vehicle dealer or rental agen...

Page 315: ...oiding sharp or prolonged turning Have someone guide you when backing to reduce the risk of an acci dent Because stopping distance may be in creased vehicle to vehicle distance should be increased whe...

Page 316: ...g the following 1 Apply the brakes and hold 2 Have someone place wheel blocks un der both the vehicle and trailer wheels 3 When the wheel blocks are in place release your brakes slowly until the block...

Page 317: ...y to time the traffic signals so you only need to stop as little as possible or take advantage of through streets to avoid traffic lights Keep a proper dis tance from other vehicles to avoid sud den b...

Page 318: ...6 CAUTION Never turn off the engine to coast down hills Your power steering and brake booster will not function with out the engine running Also the emission control system operates properly only when...

Page 319: ...driving 312 If you cannot increase engine speed 312 If your vehicle overheats 312 If you have a flat tire 313 If your vehicle becomes stuck 323 If your vehicle needs to be towed 323 If you cannot shif...

Page 320: ...itself or cause a colli sion Also the three way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard If the engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start 1 Set the ignition switch to...

Page 321: ...duced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near Use only standardized jumper cables and do not smoke or light a match while jump starting NOTICE The battery used for boosting must...

Page 322: ...ed battery c Connect the clamp of the negative black jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery d Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative black jumper cable to a solid sta...

Page 323: ...ttery dis charge If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent for example lights left on you should have it checked at your Toyota dealer If the first start attempt is not success ful Chec...

Page 324: ...ecked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving the system may not be recovered until the engine...

Page 325: ...cap when the engine and radiator are hot Serious injury could result from scalding hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure 6 After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal again check...

Page 326: ...changed if necessary Make sure to set the jack prop erly in the jack point Raising the vehicle with jack improper ly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the ve hicle to fall off the jack...

Page 327: ...page 357 in Section 7 2 for details on the tread wear indicators and other ser vice information CAUTION The compact spare tire was de signed especially for your Toy ota Do not use it on any other veh...

Page 328: ...e use of the jack each of the tools and their storage locations To remove the jack turn the jack joint by hand until the jack becomes free To store the jack align the hole of the jack head with the ve...

Page 329: ...nt it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking 2 Block the wheel diagonally op posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up When blocking the wheel place...

Page 330: ...ench near the end of the handle and pull up on the han dle Be careful that the wrench does not slip off the nut Do not remove the nuts yet just un screw them about one half turn CAUTION Never use oil...

Page 331: ...clockwise As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift double check that it is properly posi tioned CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone 7 Remove...

Page 332: ...driving 8 Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin ger tight Reinstall the wheel nuts tapered end inward and tighten them as much as you can by hand Press back on the tire and see if you can tighten them more...

Page 333: ...owering the vehicle make sure all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground Have the wheel nuts tightened with torque wrench to 103...

Page 334: ...forget to reinstall the tire infla tion valve cap as dirt and moisture could get into the valve core and possibly cause air leakage If the cap is missing have a new one put on as soon as possible 12 R...

Page 335: ...ng the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move forward or backward as it becomes unstuck causing injury or damage to nearby people or ob jects NOTICE If you rock your vehicle observe the follo...

Page 336: ...driver TOWING PRECAUTIONS Use a safety chain system for all towing and abide by the state provincial and local laws The wheels and axle on the ground must be in good condition If they are damaged use...

Page 337: ...th key cylinder type ignition switch Even if you lose only one key contact your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity to make a new key If you lose all your master keys you cannot make new keys th...

Page 338: ...s soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft or an accident Then have the identification number of your new transmitter registered At the same time you must bring all of the remaining transmit...

Page 339: ..._U L O 0508 327 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 328 Washing and waxing your Toyota 329 Cleaning the interior 331...

Page 340: ...gnifies the necessity to keep your vehicle particularly the underside as clean as possible and to repair any dam age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible To help prevent corrosion on yo...

Page 341: ...e When driving in a coastal area When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze When exposed to coal tar tree sap bird droppings and carcass of an insect When driving in areas where there is a lot o...

Page 342: ...waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Toyota s finish Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel water well 1 Always wash and dry the vehicle be fore you b...

Page 343: ...dirt do not come off re peat the procedure Commercial foaming type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well Follow the manufacturer s instructions NOTICE Do not use solvent thinner gasoline...

Page 344: ...gredients mentioned above Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above Leather interior The leather upholstery may be cleaned with neutral detergent for wool Remove dirt using a soft c...

Page 345: ...the upholstery items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax as these tend to stick to leather when warm Improper cleaning of the leather up holstery could result in discolor ation or staining If y...

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Page 347: ...nd care Maintenance requirements 336 General maintenance 337 Does your vehicle need repairing 339 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance I M programs 340 For scheduled maintenance information please ref...

Page 348: ...Manual Supplement It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied The owner may elect to use non Toyota supplied p...

Page 349: ...run the en gine IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from time to time e g each time when refueling Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank See page 369...

Page 350: ...uneven pedal effort or catching Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the pedal has the proper clearance Check the brake booster function Brakes In a safe place check that the brak...

Page 351: ...er Strange engine noises A leak under the vehicle however wa ter dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal Change in exhaust sound This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak Drive...

Page 352: ...een set in the OBD system Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving However when the battery is disconnected or run down the codes are erased Also depending on your driving habits...

Page 353: ...ALON_U L O 0508 341 DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 342 Fuse locations 343 Do it yourself service precautions 343 Positioning the jack 345 Parts and tools 346 SECTI...

Page 354: ...ervoir 2 Power steering fluid reservoir 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Engine oil level dipstick 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Fuse block 7 Battery 8 Radiator 9 Electric cooling fans 10 Condenser 11 Windshield...

Page 355: ...details and suggestions This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform As explained in Section 6 there are still a number of items that must be...

Page 356: ...exposed to flying or falling material fluid spray etc Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as in flammation or skin cancer so care should be t...

Page 357: ...e When closing the engine hood check to see that you have not for gotten any tools rags etc Front Rear When jacking up your vehicle with the jack position the jack correctly as shown in the illustrati...

Page 358: ...Rag or paper towel Funnel only for adding oil CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Parts if level is low Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non silicate non amin...

Page 359: ...ith same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze for winter use Tools Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts Bulb with same number and wattage rating...

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Page 361: ...he engine coolant level 352 Checking the radiator and condenser 353 Checking brake fluid 353 Checking power steering fluid 354 Checking tire inflation pressure 355 Checking and replacing tires 357 Rot...

Page 362: ...reful not to drop engine oil on the vehicle components If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine Remove the oil filler cap...

Page 363: ...ommended viscosity SAE 5W 30 Outside temperature SAE 5W 30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather If SAE 5W 30 is not available SAE 10W 30 may be used However it sh...

Page 364: ...radiator hoses radiator cap and drain cock and water pump If you can find no leak have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system CAUTION To prevent burning you...

Page 365: ...emely dirty or you are not sure of their condi tion take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer CAUTION To prevent burning yourself be care ful not to touch the radiator or con denser when the engine is hot...

Page 366: ...r If necessary add automatic trans mission fluid DEXRON II or III If the vehicle has been driven around 80 km h 50 mph for 20 minutes a little more in frigid temperatures the fluid is hot 60 C 80 C or...

Page 367: ...hould be observed The pressure should be checked only when the tires are cold If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for more than 1 5 km or 1 mile since you will...

Page 368: ...from the valve In case of applying too much air press the center of the valve and release the air to adjust 5 After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and ad justment apply soapy water...

Page 369: ...of the tire bead Wheel deformation and or tire separation A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards High tire pressure overinfla tion Poor handling Excessive wear Uneven wear A greater p...

Page 370: ...tire beyond repair Any tires which are over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even if damage is not obvious Tires deteriorate with age even if they have never or seldom been used T...

Page 371: ...racteristics resulting in loss of control Toyota recommends all four tires or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set See If you have a flat tire on page 313 for tire c...

Page 372: ...Own er s Manual Supplement However the most appropriate tim ing for tire rotation may vary ac cording to your driving habits and road surface conditions See If you have a flat tire on page 313 in Sect...

Page 373: ...es SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION Snow tires should be installed on all wheels Installing snow tires on the front wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in road grip capability between the front and...

Page 374: ...ay ad versely affect vehicle handling When driving with chains installed be sure to drive carefully Slow down before entering curves to avoid losing control of the vehicle Otherwise an accident may oc...

Page 375: ...of control Otherwise an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries When installing aluminum wheels check that the wheel nuts are tight after driving your vehicle the first 1600 km 1000...

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Page 377: ...NCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 366 Battery recharging precautions 367 Checking and replacing fuses 368 Replacing the wiper blades 369 Adding washer fluid 369 Checking the headlig...

Page 378: ...i cal attention immediately If electrolyte gets on your clothes there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin so immediate ly take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above...

Page 379: ...tery condition by the indi cator color Indicator color Condition Type A Type B Condition Green Blue Good Dark White Charging necessary Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer Clear or light yellow...

Page 380: ...ut tool is shown in the illustration If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good If the fuse has blown push a new fuse into the clip...

Page 381: ...lean ade quately the wiper blades may be worn or cracked requiring replacement To remove the wiper blade from the arm pull the blade in the direction of the arrow while squeezing the clip NOTICE Be ca...

Page 382: ...g clip 1 Vertical movement adjusting bolt 1 2 Vertical movement adjusting bolt 2 Before checking the headlight aim 1 Be sure that the body around the head light is not deformed 2 Park the vehicle on a...

Page 383: ...wing illustrations show how to gain access to the bulbs When replacing a bulb make sure the ignition switch and light switch are off Use bulbs with the wattage ratings given in the table CAUTION To pr...

Page 384: ...n the lens becomes wet in the rain or in a car wash This is not a problem because the fogging is caused by the temperature difference between the outside and inside of the lens just like the windshiel...

Page 385: ...edge base bulbs clear F Double end bulbs If either the left or right headlights front fog front turn signal parking front side marker tail or back up lights burns out contact your Toyota dealer NOTICE...

Page 386: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 374 a Rear turn signal light b Stop tail light c Rear side marker light Use a flathead screwdriver License plate lights...

Page 387: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 375 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights 376 Engine 376 Fuel 377 Service specifications 377 Tires 380 Fuses 381 SECTION 8...

Page 388: ...456 210 9 Overall length mm in 5010 197 2 Overall width mm in 1850 72 8 Overall height mm in 1485 58 5 Wheelbase mm in 2820 111 0 Front tread mm in 1581 62 2 Rear tread mm in 1570 61 8 Unladen vehicle...

Page 389: ...in 1 1 0 043 NOTICE Use only above spark plugs Do not adjust gaps for engine performance or smooth driveability ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity drain and refill L qt Imp qt With filter 6 1 6 4 5 4 Wit...

Page 390: ...y cylinder type ignition switch or the engine is turned off vehicles with smart key system with all the lights turned off Charging rates 5 A max AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Fluid capacity drain and refill L q...

Page 391: ...al free play mm in 1 6 0 04 0 24 Pad wear limit mm in 1 0 0 04 Lining wear limit mm in 1 0 0 04 Parking brake adjustment when depressed with the force of 294 N 30 kgf 66 1 lbf 9 11 clicks Fluid type S...

Page 392: ...ined high speeds above 160 km h 100 mph in countries where such speeds are permitted by law inflate the front and rear tires to 280 kPa 2 8 kgf cm2 or bar 41 psi provided that it does not exceed the m...

Page 393: ...jection sys tem sequential multiport fuel injection system 7 STOP NO 1 15 A Multiplex commu nication system 8 STR LOCK 25 A Steering lock system 9 IMMOBI 7 5 A Smart key system 10 AMP 30 A Audio syste...

Page 394: ...e plate lights tail lights front and rear side marker lights 40 PANEL 7 5 A Seat heaters navigation system emergency flasher electroni cally controlled automatic transmission system glove box light in...

Page 395: ...and S HORN fuses 57 MAIN 40 A Headlights 58 ST AM2 30 A Starter system 59 HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system 60 ABS VSC NO 1 50 A Anti lock brake system vehicle stability control system 61 RDI FAN 50...

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Page 397: ...06 AVALON_U L O 0508 385 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U S owners Reporting safety defects for U S owners 386 SECTION 9...

Page 398: ...iga tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ve hicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your deal...

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