Toyota AVALON User manual

MN 00452-PRG07-AVA
Printed in USA 07/06
2007 Pocket Reference Guide
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2007
Avalon
!Aword about safe vehicle operations
This Pocket Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental
operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Pocket Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for
the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We
strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and
supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding
of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales,
U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your
new Avalon.
This Pocket Reference Guide is not a full description of
Avalon operations. Every Avalon owner should review the
Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed “ ” information
highlighted in this reference guide and throughout the
Owner’sManual.Each box contains safe operating
instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Pocket Reference Guide is current at
the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice.
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INDEX
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance 8
Fuel tank door release and cap 6
Hood release 7
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry17
Remote engine starter 8
Trunk release 6
Air Conditioning/Heating 15
Audio 16-17
Auto lock functions110
Automatic Transmission 11
Clock 10
Cruise control 19
Cup holders 21
Door locks 18
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control 20
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)211
Light control-Instrument panel 21
Lights & turn signals 14
Moonroof 19
Parking brake 10
Power outlets 21
Seat adjustments-Front 12
Seat adjustments-Rear 12
Seat ventilators/heaters 18
Seats-Head restraints 12
Smart Key19
Steering wheel switches 18
Sunshade-Rear 19
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 10
Windows 13
Windshield wiper & washer 13
Doors-Child safety locks 22
Seat belt comfort guide 23
Seat belts 22
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 22
Spare tire & tools 23
Tire Pressure Warning System reset 22
Trunk-Internal release 23
1Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and
more information.
2HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
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OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
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OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Cruise control or Dynamic Laser Cruise Control1
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control distance button1
Tilt steering lock release
Telescopic steering lock release
Glass breakage sensor1
Rear electric sunshade button1
Hood release lever
Trunk release button
Fuel tank door release button
Power rear view mirror controls
1If equipped
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
Instrument panel light control
Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1controls
Steering wheel audio controls
Speech command button1, 2
Steering wheel climate controls
Wiper and washer controls
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger1switch
Emergency flasher switch
Audio system
Air Conditioning controls
Auxiliary box, 12V DC Power outlet/Cigarette lighter and ashtray1,
cassette player1or navigation controller1, 2
Ignition switch/Engine switch1
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1For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers,” Section 1-6, 2007
Owner’s Manual.
OVERVIEW
When the anti-lock brake system (ABS) function is in action, you may feel the
brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise. In this situation, to let the anti-lock
brake system work for you, just hold the brake pedal down more firmly. Do not
pump the brake as this will result in reduced braking performance.
Indicator symbols
Indicator cluster
4
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Anti-lock Brake System warning light1
Automatic headlight leveling system warning
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Smart Key system warning1
Headlight indicator
Headlight high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Cruise control indicator2or Dynamic Laser Cruise Control indicator3
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control ready mode indicator
Conventional cruise control mode indicator
Slip indicator
Automatic Transmission indicator
Airbag SRS warning1
Vehicle Stability Control/Traction Control warning
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
Engine immobilizer/Theft deterrent system indicator
Engine coolant temperature
Service indicator and reminder
Tachometer
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Low fuel level warning light
Trip meter reset
Odometer and two trip meters
Sequential shift display
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control display
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control master warning light
Brake system warning1
Battery warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
“AIRBAG ON” indicator
Low engine oil pressure warning1
“AIRBAG OFF” indicator
2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 1-7, 2007 Owner’s Manual.
3If this light flashes, refer to “Dynamic laser cruise control,” Section 1-7, 2007 Owner’s
Manual.
Open door warning1
5
Driver seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 9 mph)
Front passenger seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 9 mph)
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
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OVERVIEW
Fuel tank door release and cap
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OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Trunk release
Push
Turn
Store
Push
Push to activate/deactivate
trunk opener.
Trunk manual release
Pull down
Open Pull to
open trunk
NOTE: Tighten until one click
is heard. If the cap is not
tightened enough, Check
Engine “ ” indicator may
illuminate.
Hood release
Keyless entry
Locking operation Unlocking operation
Trunk lid operation
Beep sound can be switched “ON” or “OFF.” Refer to the Owner’s Manual
for more details.
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Push and hold Push and hold
Alarm operation
Push
NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is
not opened within 30 seconds, all
doors will relock for safety
.
Pull
Pull up
latch and
raise hood
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OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Remote engine starter (if equipped) Smart Key* (if equipped)
Start function
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON, the engine not running.
All systems OFF.
ACC
ON
OFF
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OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Start operation
Push twice, then push and hold.
Stop operation
Push “ ” or push “ ” once then push “ ” and hold.
Refer to the Remote Engine Starter Owner’s Manual for more details.
or
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Push
Depress
Carrying
Green indicator ON
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will change the operation mode in succession from:
Locking/Unlocking operation
Carry remote
to lock/unlock
Push Trunk open
Front door unlock
Push
Grasp
Front door lock
*Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only
,or all doors. Grasping passenger handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Power (without starting engine)
Engine maintenance
Engine coolant reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Windshield washer fluid tank
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will
help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,”
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’sManual
Supplement.”
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Auto lock functions
Parking brake
Automatic Transmission
1110
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in 4 different modes,
or turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from “Park.”
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into “Park.”
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from ON to ACC or OFF and
driver’s door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Clock
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Lock release lever
Length
H-Hour set
M-Minute set
:00-Round off minutes
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®*can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
For programming assistance, contact the Toyota Customer Experience
Center at 1-800-331-4331, or visit http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
P
“S”
“D”
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)*
(if equipped)
Lock release lever
Angle
“S” position:
+: Upshift (Push and release)
-: Downshift (Pull and release)
“S” (Sequential) mode
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking
downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.
Push shift lever to the left from “D” position.
1The ignition switch must be ON, and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from “Park.”
NOTE: In Navigation System-equipped vehicles, clock settings are in
navigation setup menu.
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Seat adjustments-Rear
Seat adjustments-Front
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Windshield wiper & washer
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Windows
Seatback angle
Position
Leg support (driver side only)*
Position, cushion angle and height (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Lumbar support (driver side only)
*If equipped
Seats-Head restraints
Seatback angle lever
Lock release button Lock release buttons
Front
Manual seat Power seat
With AUTO rain-sensing wiper (if equipped)
With interval wiper
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Adjust interval
Single wipe
AUTO speed
Slow
Fast
Adjust AUTO speed
Pull to wash and wipe
Window lock switch
Automatic operation (Front windows) Push the switch completely down
or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window
mid-way, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window
remains operable.
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the front windows need to be
reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Up
Down
Up
Down
Rear
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Lights & turn signals
Headlights
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Air Conditioning/Heating
AUTO
Parking lights
High beam flasher
Low beam
Headlights
DRL OFF
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the
headlights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cut off system Will automatically turn lights off after a
delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed.
Turn signals
Right turn
Left turn
Lane change
Lane change
Turn
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Air Conditioning display
Windshield defogger
Temperature
Automatic climate control ON
Climate control OFF
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Fresh or recirculate cabin air
Rear defogger
Air flow vent “MODE”
Fan speed
“DUAL” button
Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and
passenger.
Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and
passenger.
High beam
In “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator “OFF”) to
reduce window fogging.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Audio
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Audio operation screen
Type 3 additional functions
Mode
Eject CD
Push to turn
ON/OFF
Push to adjust tone &
balance1
Preset buttons - functions in other
modes indicated above number.
Seek station CD Track select
View CD
text
Station/CD
track scan
Select radio
station/CD track
(Type 2 & 3)
Load CD(s)
Select disc
Select disc. View genre with
RDS system.
View radio and CD text
Cassette tape player*
Push
Traffic
information
*
*
Type 2 additional functions
RADIO
To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset
button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to
select.
To scan stations Push “SCAN.” Push and hold to scan preset stations. Push
again to hold selection.
RDS (Radio Data System-FM only)(Type 3 only)
-Push DISC/TYPE “ ” or “ ” to view current program genre. Push again
within 6 seconds to select new genre.
-Push “SEEK/TRACK” or “SCAN” to find same genre programs.
-Push “TEXT” to receive information transmitted from radio stations.
>
>
CD PLAYER
To scan tracks on a disc Push and hold “SCAN.” Push again to hold
selection.
CD Changer (Type 2 & 3)
-To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc.
-To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep.
Insert one disc. Wait until the green indicator illuminates and shutter
opens to insert next disc.
CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER (if equipped)
To fast forward Push “ .”
To rewind Push “ .”
1The mode changes with each push in succession from Bass, Midrange
(Type 3 only), Treble, Fade, Balance. T
urn the knob right or left to adjust
each mode.
* If equipped
Type 1
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1918
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Steering wheel switches
Sunshade-Rear (if equipped)
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Seat ventilators/heaters (if equipped)
Moonroof (if equipped)
Volume control
“Mode” 2
“ ”1
v
v
A/C controlAudio control
Temperature selector
Auto A/C ON/OFF
A/C OFF
1“ ”
-In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek the
next strong station.
-In tape mode*Push to skip up or down to next/previous track; push
and hold to fast forward or reverse.
-In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track.
2“MODE”
Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn
the audio system “OFF.”
*If equipped
Heater only
With ventilators
Push knob to pop the controller out. Turn clockwise for heater, counter
clockwise for ventilator.
Sliding operation Tilting operation
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Open
Close Close
Tilt
Push
NOTE: Sunshade will automatically go down when vehicle is shifted into
reverse. To raise again, push the button.
Cruise control
Functions
System
ON/OFF
Set/Decrease
speed
Resume2/
Increase speed
Cancel1
1The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
2If vehicle speed falls below 25 mph, the set speed will not be resumed.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Turning system ON/OFF
v
v
Recommended
driving position
to minimize
wind noise.
Door locks
Lock
Unlock
Push Turn Push Turn
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Light control-Instrument panel
Distance control mode will cruise at a set speed, decelerate to maintain
selected distance from a slower vehicle in front of you, and accelerate
back up to the selected speed if the vehicle in front of you changes lanes
or speeds up.
To select distance control mode Push the ON-OFF button. The
“READY” and “CRUISE” indicator lights will come on.
To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to instructions for Cruise
Control on the previous page.
Note: Once vehicle speed is set, pushing lever up toward “+ RES” will
increase speed to the nearest 5 mph, and then in 5 mph increments.
Pushing lever down toward “- SET” will reduce speed in the same way.
LONG
MIDDLE
SHORT
To change the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
Pull the distance switch briefly toward you; the setting changes
progressively from LONG to MIDDLE to SHORT.
With the knob turned fully
clockwise, instrument panel
lights will not dim when the
headlights are turned ON.
+
Brightness
control
-
Auxiliary box (12V) Console box (12V)
Cup holders
Power outlets
Rear
Rear with console box
NOTE: Designed for car accessories. Ignition/Engine switch must be in the
“ACC” or “ON” position to be used.
Front
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control (if equipped)
To select conventional/fixed speed control Push the ON-OFF button.
Push the lever forward and hold until the “NORM.” indicator appears.
To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to instructions for Cruise
Control above.
Fixed speed mode
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety
precautions before attempting to use “Dynamic Laser Cruise Control.”
Distance control mode
(1)
(1)
(2)
(2)
(3)
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SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
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OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Doors-Child safety locks
Seat belts
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Seat belt comfort guide
Trunk-Internal release
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-
extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is
used to help hold child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child
restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Keep as low on
hips as possible
Take up
slack
Moving the lever to “LOCK”
will allow the door to be
opened only from the
outside.
Rear seat outside position guides provide added comfort for children who
have outgrown child restraints.
Push up, or squeeze
lock release to lower
Spare tire & tools
Tool location
Removing the spare tire
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning
procedures.
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Jack
Spare tire
Pull
Too high
Loosen and remove the nut.
Remove the spare tire cover.
Loosen and remove the bolt.
Remove the spacer.
Rear door
Tire Pressure Warning System reset
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including full-
size spare/excluding compact spare), indicator comes on. Pushing “SET”
button should not turn off the light. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will
turn off the light after a few minutes. After replacing/rotating tire or
wheels, push and hold “SET” button until the indicator light blinks 3 times.
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2007
Avalon
!Aword about safe vehicle operations
This Pocket Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental
operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Pocket Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for
the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We
strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and
supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding
of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales,
U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your
new Avalon.
This Pocket Reference Guide is not a full description of
Avalon operations. Every Avalon owner should review the
Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed “ ” information
highlighted in this reference guide and throughout the
Owner’sManual.Each box contains safe operating
instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Pocket Reference Guide is current at
the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make
changes at any time without notice.
Avalon iGuide
PC
WINDOWS 98
PENTIUM III 600MHZ
64MB OF RAM
800 X 600 MONITOR
16-BIT COLOR
CD-ROM DRIVE
MACINTOSH
SYSTEM 9.X,
OSX10.2
POWERPC
64MB OF RAM
24-BIT COLOR
CD-ROM DRIVE
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
This iGuide is designed to be played on
any computer—PC or Macintosh.
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