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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 156
Fog light switch ................... 159
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 160
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 165
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 168
Driving assist systems ........ 181
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 184
Vehicle load limits ............... 188
Winter driving tips ............... 189
Trailer towing ...................... 194
Dinghy towing ..................... 195
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 198
Using the steering wheel climate control
switches ............................ 206
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 208 3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type .............. 210
Audio cover ........................ 212
Using the radio ................... 213
Using the CD player ........... 220
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 228
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 236
Using the AUX adapter....... 238
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 239
3-3. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........... 242
Using the hands-free system .............................. 246
Making a phone call ........... 254
Setting a cellular phone ...... 259
Security and system setup ................................ 264
Using the phone book ........ 267
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 275
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 278
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Headlight (high beam) P. 156
Pictorial indexExterior
Turn signal light P. 145
Fog light P. 159
Side marker light P. 156
Headlight (low beam) P. 156
Hood P. 327
Windshield wiper P. 160
Moon roof P. 77
Outside rear viewmirror
P. 72
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Tire
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 345
P. 405
P. 437
P. 442
Tail lights P. 156
Side marker light P. 156
Trunk P. 46
Rear window defogger P. 208
Door P. 40
Fuel filler door P. 80
Turn signal light P. 145
: If equipped
Back-up light
Tail/stop light
P. 156
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch P. 156
P. 145
P. 159
Gauges and meters P. 148
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
P. 160
Trunk opener main switch P. 46
Glove box P. 279
Telescopic lock release
lever
P. 68
Parking brake pedal
P. 146
Tilt lock release lever
P. 68
Driving position
memory switches
P. 55
Tire pressure warning reset switch
(hidden under panel)
P. 346
Horn P. 147
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When driving2
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AVALON_U (OM41437U)
2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 124
Engine (ignition) switch (with smart key system).......... 133
Engine (ignition) switch (without smart key system).......... 137
Automatic transmission................... 140
Turn signal lever .............. 145
Parking brake ................... 146
Horn ................................. 147 2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ......... 148
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 151
Center display .................. 154
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............... 156
Fog light switch ................ 159
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 160
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 165
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................ 168
Driving assist systems ..... 181
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 184
Vehicle load limits ............ 188
Winter driving tips ............ 189
Trailer towing ................... 194
Dinghy towing .................. 195
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Fog light switch
: If equipped
The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such
as in rain or fog. They can be turned on only when the headlights are
on low beam.
OFF
ON
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........................... 198
Using the steering wheel climate control
switches ......................... 206
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 208
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type............ 210
Audio cover ...................... 212
Using the radio ................. 213
Using the CD player ......... 220
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 228
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 236
Using the AUX adapter........................... 238
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 239
3-3. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ......... 242
Using the hands-free system ........................... 246 Making a phone call ......... 254
Setting a cellular
phone ............................. 259
Security and system setup .............................. 264
Using the phone book ...... 267
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 275
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features .......................... 278
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 286
Vanity mirrors ................... 287
Clock ................................ 288
Outside temperature display............................ 289
Ashtrays ........................... 290
Power outlets ................... 291
Seat heaters/ventilators ......... 293
Armrest ............................ 295
Rear sunshade................. 296
Floor mats ........................ 298
Trunk features .................. 299
Garage door opener......... 301
Compass .......................... 306
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■Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature set-
ting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
● Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until
warm or cool air is ready to flow.
● Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is
on.
■ Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for
an extended period.
■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to
in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
■ Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situa-
tions where the windows need to be defogged.
■ Outside temperature approaches 32 F (0 C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is
pressed.
■ When the indicator light on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on
once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indi-
cator light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ Air conditioning odors
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.