2014 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID brake light

4197-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the power switch is turn
ed to ON mode, have it checked by
your Toyota dealer.
■ Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an
audio sound.
CAUTION
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
■ Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes in sufficient or the voltage tempo-
rarily drops, the electric power steering warning light may come on and the
warning buzzer may sound.
■ When the electric power steerin g system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavie r than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.
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If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with th e spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

4367-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the 12-volt batter y terminals may be disconnected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 440)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to st art the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
The interior lights and headlight s do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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491What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot
be operated if the window lock switch is pressed. (P. 157)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for
a period of time. (P. 185)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat
belts? (P. 415)
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The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 195)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( P. 412, 422)
The windows do not open or cl
ose by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving

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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 268Air conditioning filter ............. 375
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 268
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................................. 238 Function ................................ 238
Warning light ......................... 413
Air conditioning filter .............. 375
Air conditioning system.......... 268 Air conditioning filter ............. 375
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 268
Airbags ....................................... 36 Airbag operating conditions .... 44
Airbag precautions for your child ......................... 39
Airbag warning light .............. 413
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 44
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................... 42
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 47
General airbag precautions .... 39
Locations of airbags................ 36
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 43
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 44
Side airbag precautions .......... 39
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 44
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .............. 39
SRS airbags............................ 36 Alarm .......................................... 81
Alarm ...................................... 81
Warning buzzer .................... 412
Anchor brackets ........................ 58
Antennas (smart key system) ............... 119
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 238
Function ................................ 238
Warning light......................... 413
Approach warning (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 227
Armrest..................................... 307
Assist grips .............................. 311
Audio input .............................. 283
Audio system ........................... 280 Audio input............................ 283
AUX port/USB port ............... 283
USB memory ........................ 283
Automatic headlight leveling
system.................................... 200
Automatic high beam .............. 201
Automatic light control system.................................... 197
AUX port ................................... 283
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 291
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Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 400
Wattage ................................ 460
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 358
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 440
Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 262
Warning light ......................... 413
Battery (traction battery)........... 73
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 251
Brake Fluid ...................................... 356
Parking brake........................ 195
Regenerative braking.............. 71
Warning light ................. 412, 414
Brake assist ............................. 238
Break-in tips ............................. 167
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................................... 93
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 251 Care .................................. 330, 333
Aluminum wheels ................. 331
Exterior ................................. 330
Interior .................................. 333
Seat belts.............................. 334
Cargo capacity......................... 180
Cargo net.................................. 296
Caution label .............................. 73
Chains ...................................... 264
Child restraint system............... 54 Booster seats, definition ......... 55
Booster seats, installation....... 64
Convertible seats, definition ... 55
Convertible seats, installation ............................ 61
Front passenger occupant
classification syst em ............ 47
Infant seats, definition............. 55
Infant seats, installation .......... 61
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 59
Installing CRS with
seat belts .............................. 61
Installing CRS with top tether strap.............. 65
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Flat tire...................................... 423
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidBrake .................................... 459
Hybrid transmission .............. 458
Washer ................................. 357
Fog lights ................................. 206
Replacing light bulbs............. 394
Switch ................................... 206
Wattage ................................ 460
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 47
Front personal lights ............... 285
Front seats ............................... 142
Adjustment ............................ 142
Cleaning................................ 333
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 144
Head restraints ..................... 148
Power easy access system ......... ....................... 144
Seat heaters ......................... 304
Seat position memory ........... 144
Seat ventilators ..................... 304 Front side marker lights ......... 197
Light switch ........................... 197
Replacing light bulbs ............ 401
Front turn signal lights ........... 194 Replacing light bulbs ............ 396
Turn signal lever ................... 194
Wattage ................................ 460
Fuel ........................................... 454
Capacity................................ 454
Fuel gauge.............................. 91
Information............................ 461
Refueling .............................. 212
Type.............................. 212, 454
Warning light......................... 415
Fuel consumption ..................... 97
Fuel filler door ......................... 212 If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened .............. 215
Refueling .............................. 212
Fuses ........................................ 379
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Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................... 91
OilEngine oil .............................. 455
Opener Hood ..................................... 346
Trunk..................................... 138
Outer foot lights....................... 284
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 154 Adjusting and folding ............ 154
Blind spot monitor ................. 251
Linked mirror function when reversing ................... 155
Mirror position memory ......... 144
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................. 279
Overheating.............................. 444 Parking brake........................... 195
Operation .............................. 195
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 412
Parking lights........................... 197 Light switch ........................... 197
Replacing light bulbs ............ 401
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .................................. 245 Function ................................ 245
PCS OFF switch ................... 246
Warning light......................... 414
Personal lights......................... 285
Power control unit ..................... 73
Power control unit coolant ..... 353 Capacity................................ 457
Checking............................... 353
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 262
Power easy access system.................................... 144
Power outlets ........................... 302
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 238 Warning light......................... 413
Power switch ........................... 183
Power windows ....................... 157
Jam protection function ........ 158
Operation .............................. 157
Window lock switch .............. 157
Pre-Collision System (PCS).... 245 Function ................................ 245
PCS OFF switch ................... 246
Warning light......................... 414
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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USB port ................................... 283
Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................... 298
Wattage ................................ 460
Vanity mirrors .......................... 298
Vehicle data recordings ............ 10
Vehicle identification number ................................... 453
Vehicle proximity notification system ...................................... 70
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 238
Ventilators
(seat ventilators) ................... 304
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 238 Warning buzzers
Approach warning................. 227
Brake system ....... ................. 412
Downshifting ......................... 192
Pre-collision braking ............. 245
Seat belt reminder ................ 415
Warning lights ........................... 87
ABS ...................................... 413
Brake system ....... ................. 412
Charging system................... 413
Electric power steering ......... 413
Low engine oil pressure........ 413
Low fuel level ........................ 415
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 413
Master warning light ............. 415
Open door............................. 414
Parking brake indicator ......... 412
Pre-collision system.............. 414
Seat belt reminder light......... 415
Slip indicator ......................... 414
SRS ...................................... 413
Tire pressure ........................ 415
Warning messages.................. 422
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