2008 TOYOTA AVALON audio

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3-3. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
Using the hands-free system
■Audio unit
Displays such items as
message, name, and phone
number
Lower-case characters and
special characters, such as
an umlaut, cannot be dis-
played.
Displays Bluetooth® con-
nection condition
If “BT” is not displayed, the
hands-free system cannot
be used.
Displays the reception level
Selects speed dials
Push and hold: Displays
information that is too long
to be displayed at one time
on the display
Selects items such as menu
or number
Turn: Selects an item 
Press: Inputs the selected
item

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4-1. Maintenance and care
4
Maintenance and care
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
NOTICE
■
Cleaning detergents
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle
interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
● Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzine or gasoline, alka-
line or acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
● Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration o\
f
leather surfaces.
● Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. 
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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Maintenance and care
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
FuseAmpereCircuit
8ALT 140 A
(Limited
grade)120 A
(XL, XLS grade) Charging system, RR DEF, ABS/
VSC No.2, HEATER, ABS/VSC
No.1, RDI FAN, WASHER,

S-HORN
9 STOP No.3 7.5 A Electronic controlled transmission
system, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
10 INJ 15 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
11 AM2 7.5 A Starter system
12 DOOR No.1 25 A Multiplex communication system
13 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
14 ETCS 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
15 IG2 25 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronic controlled
transmission system
16 TURN/HAZ 15 A Turn signal lights
17 AMP 30 A Audio system
18 FEI No.3 7.5 A Smart key system, electronic con-
trolled transmission system, immo-
bilizer system
19 STR LOCK 25 A Steering lock system
20 STOP No.1 15 A Multiplex communication system

348 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
FuseAmpereCircuit
21 EFI No.1 25 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, fuel pump
22 HORN 10 A Horn
23 HEAD LH UPR 15 A Left-hand headlight (high beam)
24 HEAD RH UPR 15 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
25 A/F 25 A Air fuel ratio sensor
26 WASHER 20 A Windshield washer
27 S-HORN 7.5 A Horn
28 DOME 7.5 A Gauges and meters, clock, front
personal lights, door courtesy
lights, garage door opener, rear
personal lights, trunk light
29 ECU-B 10 A Center display, multiplex

communication system
30 RAD No.1 15 A Audio system, center display,

navigation system
31 EFI No.2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
32 STOP No.2 7.5 A Stop lights, high mounted

stoplight, vehicle stability control
system, anti-lock brake system
33 RADAR CC 7.5 A Vehicle stability control system
34 HEAD RH LWR 15 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
35 HEAD LH LWR 15 A Left-hand headlight (low beam)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
FuseAmpereCircuit
23IGN10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, SRS airbag system, front
passenger occupant

classification system, smart key
system, starting system, electronic
controlled transmission system
24GAUGE No.27.5 AGauges and meters, center 
display
25ECU-ACC7.5 A
Power rear view mirrors, center
display, shift lock system, 
multiplex communication system
26CIG15 A
27PWR OUTLET15 APower outlets
28RADIO No.27.5 AAudio system, navigation system
29MIR HTR10 AOutside rear view mirror 
defoggers

398 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent battery discharge
● Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch or the engine is turned off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ When the battery is removed or discharged
The following systems must be initialized.
● Power windows (
P. 66)
● Moon roof (
P. 70)
● Tire pressure warning system (
P. 324)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately
five minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system  Open and close any of
the doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Maintain the engine speed on the second vehicle and turn
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch to
the ON mode, then start the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 178
ABS........................................... 163
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 337
Automatic air conditioning 
system................................ 178
Steering switches ................. 185
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 85
Airbag precautions for your 
child...................................... 88
Airbag warning light .............. 371
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions .......................... 91
Front passenger occupant 
classification system ............ 93
General airbag precautions .... 88
Locations of airbags ............... 82
Modification and disposal of 
airbags ................................. 92
Side airbag precautions.......... 88
Side and curtain shield airbags 
operating conditions ............. 85
SRS airbags ........................... 82
Alarm .......................................... 77
Antenna .................................... 195
Anti-lock brake system ........... 163
Armrest .................................... 272
Ashtrays ................................... 267
Audio input .............................. 216
Audio system Antenna ................................ 195
Audio input ........................... 216
AUX adapter ......................... 216
CD player/changer ............... 198
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 206
Optimal use .......................... 214
Portable music player ........... 216
Radio .................................... 191
Steering switches ................. 217
Automatic headlight leveling 
system ................................... 143 Automatic light control

system ....................................143
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........129
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P......................393
S mode ..................................131
AUX adapter .............................216
Back-up lights Wattage .................................413
Battery Checking ...............................318
If the vehicle battery is 
discharged ..........................397
Preparing and checking 
before winter .......................170
Bluetooth
®................................220
Brake Fluid ......................................315
Parking brake ........................134
Brake assist ..............................163
Break-in tips .............................115
Care Exterior ..................................288
Interior ...................................291
Seat belts ..............................292
Cargo capacity .........................166
CD player/changer ...................198
Center display ..........................141
Chains .......................................172
Child-protectors .........................41
Child restraint system Definition .................................99
Installation .............................102
Installing CRS with lower 
anchorages .........................107
Installing CRS with seat 
belts ....................................103
Installing CRS with top 
straps ..................................108
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448 Alphabetical index
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
Spark plug ................................410
Specifications...........................406
Speedometer ............................ 135
Steering wheelAdjustment .............................. 61
Audio switches ......................217
Climate switches ...................185
Steering wheel memory .......... 50
Storage compartment ..............260
Storage feature.........................255
Stuck If your vehicle becomes 
stuck ...................................404
Sun visors.................................263
Switch Engine switch ................122, 126
Fog light switch ..................... 145
Ignition switch................122, 126
Light switches........................ 143
Power door lock switch ...........39
Power window switch ..............66
Window lock switch ................. 66
Wipers and washer switch ....146
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 356
Switch.................................... 143
Wattage .................................413
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................77
Engine immobilizer system .....75
Theft prevention labels..............79
Tire inflation pressure ............. 412
Tire information Glossary ................................422
Size ....................................... 419
Tire identification number ......418
Uniform Tire Quality 
Grading ............................... 420 Tires
Chains ................................... 172
Checking ............................... 322
If you have a flat tire.............. 382
Inflation pressure .................. 412
Information ............................ 417
Replacing .............................. 382
Rotating tires ......................... 322
Size ....................................... 412
Snow tires ............................. 173
Tire pressure warning 
system ........................ 323, 373
Tools ......................................... 382
Total load capacity .................. 169
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 176
Trailer towing ........................ 175
TRAC ......................................... 163
Trip information ....................... 142
Trunk
Extending a space ................ 277
Opener .................................... 44
Wattage................................. 413
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 355
Switch ................................... 133
Wattage................................. 413
Valet key ..................................... 22
Vanity lights Vanity lights........................... 264
Wattage................................. 413
Vanity mirrors .......................... 264
Vehicle identification 
number ................................... 407
Vehicle load limits ................... 169
VSC ........................................... 163
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