Toyota AVALON User manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER
1-800-331-4331
00505-QRG13-AVA
Printed in U.S.A. 10/12
12-TCS-05886
2013
AvAlon
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This Quick 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 Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the
Owner’s Manual located in your 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 your 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.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick 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
color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the
time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
2013
Avalon
INDEX
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more
information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY
FEATURES
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2013
Avalon
INDEX
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 9
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry1,2 6
Light control-Instrument panel 8
Smart Key system1,2 7
Air Conditioning/Heating 18-19
Audio 20
Auto lock/unlock210
Automatic Transmission 10
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) 21
Clock 20
Cruise control 16
Cup holders 22
Driving mode select 11
Dynamic radar cruise control 17
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)3 16
iPod®/USB/AUX port 21
Lights1& turn signals 15
Moonroof 12
Multi-Information Display 13
Parking brake 10
Power outlets-12V DC 14
Seat adjustments-Front 13
Seat ventilators/Heaters 19
Seats-Head restraints 12
Steering lock release 11
Steering wheel switches 20
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 11
Windows-Power 12
Windshield wipers & washers 14
Wireless charger 22
Door locks 23
Doors-Child safety locks 23
Floor mat installation 27
Seat belts 23
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 24
Spare tire & tools 25
Star Safety SystemTM 26-27
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24
Trunk-Internal release 25
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more
information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY
FEATURES
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Instrument panel
Driving position memory switches1
Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light1 controls
Wiper and washer controls
Emergency flasher button
Navigation system1,2/Display audio system1,3
“ENGINE START STOP” button
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release
Steering wheel audio controls2,3
Paddle shift switches1
Telephone controls2,3
Voice command button2,3
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button1
Cruise control1/Dynamic radar cruise control1
Air Conditioning controls
Clock
Outside rearview mirror/Rear window defogger button
“PCS” off switch1
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System reset
Trunk opener main switch
12V DC Power outlet
12V DC power outlet1/Wireless charger switch1
USB/AUX port
Trunk opener
TRAC/VSC OFF switch
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch1
Rear sunshade switch1
1If equipped
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
3For details, refer to the “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual.”
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with EntuneTM, please consult the “Navigation
System With Entune Quick Reference Guide” or www.toyota.com/entune.
Steering wheel controls Automatic Air Conditioning
(Type A)
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“PCS” off switch1
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System reset
Trunk opener main switch
12V DC power outlet
12V DC power outlet1/Wireless charger switch1
USB/AUX port
Trunk opener
TRAC/VSC OFF switch
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch1
Rear sunshade switch1
1If equipped
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
3For details, refer to the “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual.”
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with EntuneTM, please consult the “Navigation
System With Entune Quick Reference Guide” or www.toyota.com/entune.
Automatic Air Conditioning
(Type A)
Automatic Air Conditioning
(Type B)
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Instrument cluster
Tachometer
Service indicators and reminders
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Trip meter reset knob/Instrument panel light control knob
Odometer/trip meter
Shift position/shift range display
Multi-Information Display
Engine coolant temperature gauge
3If this light flashes, refer to “Dynamic radar cruise control,” Section 4-5, 2013 Owner’s Manual.
4The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction.
5The indicator flashes faster than usual to indicate that the system is operating.
Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Indicator symbols
Brake system warning1
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 4-5, 2013 Owner’s Manual.
Charging system warning1
SRS AIR BAG ON/OFF indicator
Master warning light1
Electric power steering system warning1
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Tachometer
Service indicators and reminders
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Trip meter reset knob/Instrument panel light control knob
Odometer/trip meter
Shift position/shift range display
Multi-Information Display
Engine coolant temperature gauge
3If this light flashes, refer to “Dynamic radar cruise control,” Section 4-5, 2013 Owner’s Manual.
4The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction.
5The indicator flashes faster than usual to indicate that the system is operating.
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Slip indicator1
Cruise control indicator2/Cruise control SET indicator2
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Open door warning
Airbag SRS warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Low fuel level warning
Front fog light indicator
ECO drive mode indicator
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 4-5, 2013 Owner’s Manual.
Traction Control OFF indicator1
Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator1
SPORT mode indicator
Eco Driving Indicator Light1
Pre-Collision System indicator1,5
Automatic high beam indicator4
Radar cruise control indicator3,4
SRS AIR BAG ON/OFF indicator
Master warning light1
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Keyless entry
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Locking operation Unlocking operation
Smart Key system
Start function
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
will change the operation mode in succession from:
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only, or all doors. In some models, grasping front passenger door handle will
unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Power (without starting engine)
Panic button
Push and hold
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60
seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock
for safety.
Trunk lid
Trunk unlock
Locking operation
Carry remote to lock
Front door lock
Carry remote to unlock
Push
Push and hold
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Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Unlocking operation
Smart Key system
Start function
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; the engine not running.
All systems OFF.
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Push
Depress
brake pedal
Carrying
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
will change the operation mode in succession from:
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only, or all doors. In some models, grasping front passenger door handle will
unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Power (without starting engine)
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60
seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock
for safety.
Trunk unlock
Push
Locking operation Unlocking operation
Carry remote to lock Carry remote to unlock
Front door lock
Carry remote to unlock
Front door unlock*
Touch Grasp
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Hood releaseFuel tank door release and cap
NOTE: To close, tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
Press
Turn to open
Store
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
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 “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Light control-Instrument panel
Engine maintenance
OVERVIEW
Brightness control
+-
The fuel tank door locks/unlocks with the vehicle’s doors.
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