2014 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID ignition

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AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 166
Cargo and luggage............ 177
Vehicle load limits ............. 180
Trailer towing..................... 181
Dinghy towing.................... 182
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 183
EV drive mode................... 189
Hybrid transmission........... 191
Turn signal lever................ 194
Parking brake .................... 195
Horn .................................. 196
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 197
Automatic High Beam ....... 201
Fog light switch ................. 206
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 207 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap................................... 212
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control .................... 217
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................. 221
Driving mode select switch .............................. 236
Driving assist systems ....... 238
Hill-start assist control ....... 243
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 245
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......... 251
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................... 260
Winter driving tips .............. 262
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AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 166
Cargo and luggage ........... 177
Vehicle load limits ............. 180
Trailer towing..................... 181
Dinghy towing ................... 182
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 183
EV drive mode .................. 189
Hybrid transmission........... 191
Turn signal lever................ 194
Parking brake .................... 195
Horn .................................. 196
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 197
Automatic High Beam ....... 201
Fog light switch ................. 206
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 207 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 212
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control .................... 217
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 221
Driving mode select switch .............................. 236
Driving assist systems ...... 238
Hill-start assist control ....... 243
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 245
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 251
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................................. 260
Winter driving tips ............. 262

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4-2. Driving procedures
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Messages indicating how to start the hybrid system and how to turn to
ACCESSORY mode will be displayed alternately on the multi-information
display.
Press the power switch.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the hybrid system is
completely started.
The hybrid system can be started
from any power switch mode.
Check that the “READY” indicator is on.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
Power (ignition) switch
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes
power switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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2134-4. Refueling
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Driving
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
CAUTION
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in death or serious injury.
● After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
● Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot
weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
● Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.
● Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
● Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
● Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.
■ When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:
● Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
● Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
● Do not top off the fuel tank.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control
system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the
vehicle’s painted surface.

4578-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine7.6 qt. (7.2 L, 6.3 Imp. qt.)
Power
control unit3.4 qt. (3.2 L, 2.8 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-basednon-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK16HR-A8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

499Alphabetical index
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
Energy monitor ........................ 103
EngineAccessory mode ................... 184
Compartment ........................ 349
Engine switch........................ 183
Hood ..................................... 346
How to start the hybrid system .... ................. 183
Identification number ............ 453
Ignition switch (power switch) .................... 183
Overheating .......................... 444
Power switch......................... 183
Engine coolant ......................... 353
Capacity ................................ 457
Checking ............................... 353
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 262
Engine coolant temperature gauge........................................ 91
Engine oil ................................. 350 Capacity ................................ 455
Checking ............................... 350
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 262 Engine switch .......................... 183
EPS (Electronic
Power Steering)..................... 238 Function ................................ 238
Warning light......................... 413
EV drive mode ......................... 189
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11

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Garage door opener ................ 312
Gauges ....................................... 91
Glove box ................................. 288
Grocery bag hooks .................. 296
Head restraints ........................ 148
Headlights ................................ 197Automatic high beam ............ 201
Discharge headlights
precautions ......................... 404
Light switch ........................... 197
Replacing light bulbs............. 401
Wattage ................................ 460
Heaters
Air conditioning system ......... 268
Seat heaters ......................... 304
Outside rear view mirrors...... 279
Hill-start assist control............ 243
High-voltage components ........ 73
Hood ......................................... 346
Hooks Coat hooks............................ 310
Grocery bag hooks ............... 296
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 26 Horn .......................................... 196
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) ..................... 73
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
air vents ................................... 74
Hybrid system............................ 69 Emergency shut off system .... 74
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ........... 102
EV drive mode ...................... 189
High voltage components ....... 73
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 94
Hybrid system precautions ..... 73
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 260
If the hybrid system will not start ........................ 435
Overheating .......................... 444
Power (ignition) switch.......... 183
Starting the hybrid system .... 183
Vehicle proximity notification system .......... ..................... ... 70
Hybrid System Indicator ........... 94
Hybrid transmission................ 191
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 437
S mode ................................. 192
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I/M test ...................................... 342
IdentificationEngine................................... 453
Vehicle .................................. 453
Ignition switch (power switch) ....................... 183
Illuminated entry system ........ 286
Immobilizer system ................... 79
Indicators ................................... 89
Initialization
Maintenance ......................... 337
Tire pressure warning system ... ............... 363
Inside rear view mirror ............ 152
Instrument panel light control ............................. 93
Interior lights............................ 284 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.......... 347
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 424
Jack handle .............................. 424
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................. 161
Power windows..................... 158
Keyless entry ........................... 117 Smart key system ................. 117
Wireless remote control ........ 132
Keys .......................................... 114 Battery-Saving Function ....... 125
Electronic key ....................... 114
Power switch ........................ 183
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 438
Key number plate ................. 114
Keyless entry ................ 117, 132
Mechanical key ..................... 114
Power switch ........................ 183
Replacing the battery............ 377
Warning buzzer .................... 121
Wireless remote control key...................................... 132
Knee airbags .............................. 37
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