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.
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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.
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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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Hood release
NOTE: To close, tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
Turn to open
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.”
Engine maintenance
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Pull
The fuel tank door locks/unlocks with the vehicle’s doors.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission
* The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be IGNITION ON mode and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
+: Upshifting
-: Downshifting
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.
“S” (Sequential) mode
Steering lock release
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four 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 “ENGINE START STOP” switch is set to OFF and driver’s
door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release lever
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. If
the lock does not release, a message informing the driver that the steering wheel
is locked will be displayed on the Multi-Information Display.
N
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
+(“S” mode)
-(“S” mode)
+(“S” mode)
-(“S” mode)
Paddle shift switches
(if equipped)
Shift lever
Driving mode select (if equipped)
Normal mode
Use for normal driving.
ECO drive mode
Use ECO drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating.
SPORT mode
Use SPORT mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling is
desired, such as when driving on mountain roads.
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
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* The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be IGNITION ON mode and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
+: Upshifting
-: Downshifting
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.
Steering lock release
Turn
Push
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four 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 “ENGINE START STOP” switch is set to OFF and driver’s
door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release lever
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. If
the lock does not release, a message informing the driver that the steering wheel
is locked will be displayed on the Multi-Information Display.
Angle
Length
+(“S” mode)
Paddle shift switches
(if equipped)
Driving mode select (if equipped)
Normal mode
Use for normal driving.
ECO drive mode
Use ECO drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating.
SPORT mode
Use SPORT mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling is
desired, such as when driving on mountain roads.
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Moonroof (if equipped)
Sliding operation Tilting operation
Open Tilt
Close Close
Recommended driving position
to minimize wind noise.
Seat adjustments-Front
Driver’s seat
Passenger’s seat
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat cushion angle (if equipped)
Seat height (if equipped)
Lumbar support (if equipped)
Seat cushion length (if equipped)
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release button
Windows-Power
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up
and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver remains able to
operate all windows.
Push once to open; moonroof will automatically stop at the recommended
position. Push again to open completely.
Push once to open partway;
again to open completely.
Up
Down
Driver side
Window lock switch
Multi-Information Display
Push “DISP” to scroll through the following information screens:
(1) Distance to empty
(2) Average fuel economy
(3) Current fuel economy
(4) ECO Drive Level
(5) Digital speedometer
(6) Settings
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Tilting operation
Seat adjustments-Front
Driver’s seat
Passenger’s seat
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat cushion angle (if equipped)
Seat height (if equipped)
Lumbar support (if equipped)
Seat cushion length (if equipped)
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up
and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver remains able to
operate all windows.
Push once to open; moonroof will automatically stop at the recommended
position. Push again to open completely.
Multi-Information Display
Push “DISP” to scroll through the following information screens:
(1) Distance to empty
(2) Average fuel economy
(3) Current fuel economy
(4) ECO Drive Level
(5) Digital speedometer
(6) Settings
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Power outlets-12V DC
Front console
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode for use.
Center console
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
Front fog lights (if equipped)
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights to
make vehicle more visible to other drivers. Not for use at night.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after 30-second
delay, or lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Parking lights
Windshield wipers & washers
Adjust sensor sensitivity2
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Auto wipe
Slow
Fast
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
1Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
With intermittent wiper (if equipped)
Right side: if equipped
With AUTO rain-sensing wiper (if equipped)
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Automatic high beam (if equipped)
* Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details on activating the automatic high beams.
Adjust frequency1
Activate*
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The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode for use.
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights to
make vehicle more visible to other drivers. Not for use at night.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after 30-second
delay, or lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Parking lights
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn
High beam
flasher
Auto
DRL OFF
Turn
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
1Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Low beam
Automatic high beam (if equipped)
* Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details on activating the automatic high beams.
Deactivate
Activate*
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Cruise control
1
The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Turning system ON/OFF
Functions
System ON/OFF
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)*
(if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 5-5 in the Owner’s Manual for more
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink®at 1-800-355-3515, or visit
http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Set
To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to “Functions” in the Cruise Control
section, and to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Fixed speed mode
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety precautions
before attempting to use “Dynamic radar cruise control.”
Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped)
Distance control mode
To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to “Functions” in the Cruise Control
section, and your Owner’s Manual for more details.
NOTE: Once vehicle speed is set, pushing lever up toward “+ RES” will increase
speed by 1 mph, or in 5 mph increments if held. Pushing lever down toward
“- SET” will reduce speed in the same way.
The distance control mode will cruise at a set speed, decelerate to maintain a
selected distance from a slower vehicle traveling in front of you, and accelerate
back up to the selected speed if the vehicle in front changes lanes or speeds up.
To change the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
Push the distance button to cycle through the settings, which will change
progressively from LONG to MIDDLE to SHORT.
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1
The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
System ON/OFF
Increase speed
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 5-5 in the Owner’s Manual for more
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink®at 1-800-355-3515, or visit
http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to “Functions” in the Cruise Control
section, and to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Fixed speed mode
(1) Push
System ON/OFF
(2) Push and hold to change mode
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety precautions
before attempting to use “Dynamic radar cruise control.”
Dynamic radar cruise control
(if equipped)
Distance control mode
To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to “Functions” in the Cruise Control
section, and your Owner’s Manual for more details.
NOTE: Once vehicle speed is set, pushing lever up toward “+ RES” will increase
speed by 1 mph, or in 5 mph increments if held. Pushing lever down toward
“- SET” will reduce speed in the same way.
The distance control mode will cruise at a set speed, decelerate to maintain a
selected distance from a slower vehicle traveling in front of you, and accelerate
back up to the selected speed if the vehicle in front changes lanes or speeds up.
Push
Push
System ON/OFF
LONG MIDDLE SHORT
To change the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
Push the distance button to cycle through the settings, which will change
progressively from LONG to MIDDLE to SHORT.
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Front control panel
Temperature selector (driver side)
Windshield airflow/defogger
Outside rearview mirror/Rear defogger
Temperature selector (passenger side)
Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF)
“SYNC” button
Indicator ON: Synchronized temperature settings for driver, passengers and
rear seat (if equipped).
Indicator OFF: Separate temperature settings for driver and passengers.
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Fan speed
Climate control OFF
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake and
fan to adjust automatically.
Airflow vent
In “ /” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/Heating Rear control panel (if equipped)
Rear control switch
Rear passenger’s temperature control
Seat ventilators/Heaters (if equipped)
Push knob to pop the controller out.
Turn clockwise for heater, counter-clockwise for ventilator.
With ventilator
Type A
Type B
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