2009 TOYOTA AVALON seats

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3-6. Other interior features
AVALON_U_OM41430U
Seat heaters/ventilators (if equipped)
The seat heaters and ventilators heat the seats and maintain good
airflow by blowing air from the seats.
Vehicles with ventilatorPress the knob to release it,
and turn the knob to the
desired temperature setting.
OFF
Press the knob to lock it when
not in use.
Ve n t i l a t i o n
Warm air
Vehicles without ventilator Press the knob to turn the sys-
tem on, and turn the knob to
the desired temperature set-
ting.
The further you turn the knob
clockwise, the warmer the seat
temperature becomes. Press
the knob again to turn the sys-
tem off.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
AVALON_U_OM41430U
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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4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
AVALON_U_OM41430U
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal
effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism • Can the vehicle be hold securely on an
incline with the shift lever in “P”?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clearance and
correct amount of free play?
Brakes • Pulls to one side when applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly? (
P. 367)
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on an
incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system operate
smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel • Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

438 6-1. Specifications
AVALON_U_OM41430U
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer.
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of trans-
mission, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the
extent that these items are available as factory-
installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows

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Alphabetical index
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Engine
Compartment........................ 320
Engine switch ............... 127, 131
Hood ..................................... 317
How to start the engine ........................ 127, 131
Identification number ............ 423
If the engine will not start...... 406
Ignition switch ............... 127, 131
Overheating .......................... 416
Engine compartment cover .... 321
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 426
Checking .............................. 327
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 141
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 425
Checking .............................. 322
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Event data recorder ................ 383
Floor mats ................................ 289
Fluid
Brake .................................... 329
Washer ................................. 335
Fog lights Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 429
Foot light .................................. 266
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 97
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 388
Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 46
Driving position memory ......... 51
Front turn signal lights
Wattage ................................ 429 Fuel
Capacity ................................424
Fuel gauge ............................141
Fuel pump shut off system ....382
Gas station information .........468
Information ............................430
Refueling .................................75
Fuel door.....................................75
Fuel filler door ............................75
Fuel pump shut off system .....382
Fuses.........................................358
Garage door opener.................292
Gas station information...........468
Gauges ......................................141
Glove box..................................270
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................234
Hazard lights Switch ................376
Head restraints ...........................55
Headlight aim ...........................367
Headlights
Discharge headlights precautions .........................373
Switch....................................149
Wattage .................................429
Heaters Seat heaters ..........................284
Side mirror.............................200
Hood ..........................................317
Hooks Cargo ....................................290
Shopping bag ........................290
Horn...........................................140
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Outside temperature
display ...................................... 280
Overhead console ................... 272
Overheating, Engine ............... 416
Parking brake .......................... 139
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 369
Switch ................................... 149
Wattage ................................ 429
Personal light
Switch ................................... 268
Wattage ................................ 429
Power outlets........................... 282
Power windows ......................... 69
Radiator.................................... 328
Radio ........................................ 205
Rear seat Adjustment ............................. 49
Rear sunshade ........................ 287
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 369
Wattage ................................ 429
Rear window defogger............ 200
Replacing Fuses.................................... 358
Key battery ........................... 354
Light bulbs ............................ 369
Tires ..................................... 397
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................... 452
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ............ 58
Automatic locking retractor................................ 59
Child restraint system installation .......................... 107
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts...................... 306 Emergency locking
retractor ................................59
How to wear your seat belt......57
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................60
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ..............60
Reminder light .......................388
Seat belt extenders .................61
Seat belt pretensioners ...........59
Seat heaters..............................284
Seating capacity.......................180
Seats Adjustment ........................ 46, 49
Adjustment precaution ......48, 50
Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............107
Cleaning ................................305
Climate control ......................284
Climate control seat ..............284
Driver’s seat position memory .................................51
Head restraint..........................55
Properly sitting in the seat .......83
Seat heaters ..........................284
Service reminder indicators ..............................145
Shift lever
Automatic transmission .........134
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................408
Shift lock system .....................408
Shopping bag hooks ...............290
Side airbags................................85
Side marker lights Switch....................................149
Side mirror
Adjustment ..............................67
Mirror position memory ...........51
Smart key system
Antenna location .....................26
Entry function ..........................24
Starting the engine ................127
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