2010 TOYOTA AVALON airbag

152 2-2. Instrument cluster
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■Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 145)Cruise control indicator
(P. 165)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 157)Cruise control indicator
(P. 165, 168)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(P. 156)
(if equipped)
Ready mode indicator
(P. 168)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 156)
(if equipped)
Conventional cruise
indicator ( P. 168)
Security indicator
(P. 83, 85)Slip indicator ( P. 181)
Shift position and shift
range indicators
(P. 140)
SRS airbag on-off
indicator ( P. 103)
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CAUTION
■
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as ABS and the SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems
are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in
death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.
■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 393)
*: These lights turn on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) or the
engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart
key system) to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not come on, or turn
off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
(U.S.A.)(Canada)(U.S.A.)(Canada)(if equipped)
(U.S.A.)(Canada)
(U.S.A.)(if equipped)(if equipped)
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316 4-1. Maintenance and care
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■Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year
to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■ Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. The excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as
possible.
■ Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
■Water in the vehicle
● Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle. Doing so may cause electrical
components to malfunction or catch fire.
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(P. 9 1 )
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.

374 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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Event data recorder
In a crash or a near car crash eventThe SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a
near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the follow-
ing information:
● Engine speed
● Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
● Vehicle speed
● To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
● Position of the transmission shift lever
● Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not
● Driver’s seat position
● Front passenger’s occupant classification
● SRS airbag deployment data
● SRS airbag system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of
improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders,
the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between
passengers.
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects
of your vehicle. These computers assi st in driving and maintaining
optimal vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful for tr oubleshooting, there is a system to
record data in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an
Event Data Recorder (EDR).

394 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Abnormal level of engine oil pressure.
This warning light may turn on if the level of engine oil
declines. The light should turn off after checking the oil
and adding oil if necessary.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lampMalfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The transmission control system.
SRS warning light Malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• Front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

400 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is your vehicle low on gas?
If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the following:
● The airbag sensor assembly
● Front airbag sensors
● The curtain shield airbag sensors
● The side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies
● The driver’s seat position sensor
● Driver’s seat belt buckle switch
● The front passenger occupant classification ECU
● The pressure sensor
● The belt tension sensor
● “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BA G OFF” indicator lights
● Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch
● The inflators
● The warning light
● The interconnecting wiring and power sources

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 198
ABS........................................... 181
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 360
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 198
Steering switches ................. 206
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 93
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 97
Airbag warning light .............. 394
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................ 100
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......... 103
General airbag precautions .... 97
Locations of airbags ............... 90
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................... 102
Side airbag precautions.......... 97
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ............. 93
SRS airbags ........................... 90
Alarm .......................................... 85
Antenna .................................... 217
Anti-lock brake system ........... 181
Armrest .................................... 295
Ashtrays ................................... 290
Audio input .............................. 238
Audio system Antenna ................................ 217
Audio input ........................... 238
AUX adapter ......................... 238
CD player/changer ............... 220
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 228
Optimal use .......................... 236
Portable music player ........... 238
Radio .................................... 213
Steering switches ................. 239
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................... 156 Automatic light control
system ....................................156
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........140
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................416
S mode ..................................142
AUX adapter .............................238
Back-up lights Wattage .................................438
Battery Checking ...............................341
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................420
Preparing and checking before winter .......................189
Bluetooth
®................................243
Brake Fluid ......................................338
Parking brake ........................146
Brake assist ..............................181
Break-in tips .............................125
Care Exterior ..................................312
Interior ...................................315
Seat belts ..............................316
Cargo capacity .........................184
CD player/changer ...................220
Center display ..........................154
Chains .......................................191
Child-protectors .........................42
Child restraint system Definition ...............................109
Installation .............................113
Installing CRS with lower anchorages .........................114
Installing CRS with seat belts ....................................116
Installing CRS with top straps ..................................120
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