2014 TOYOTA AVALON parking brake

4257-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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4348-1. Specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depre ssed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Brakes
Pedal clearance*11.43 in. (36.4 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

479What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)
●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. 130)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running)
for a period of time. ( P. 158)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat
belts?
( P. 390)
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The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 166)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( P. 387, 398)
The windows do not open or cl
ose by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is tu rned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving

483Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 373
Wattage ................................ 436
Battery ...................................... 330
Battery checking ................... 330
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 418
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 232
Warning light ......................... 388
Brake Fluid ...................................... 329
Parking brake........................ 166
Warning light ......................... 387
Brake assist ............................. 211
Break-in tips ............................. 140
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................................... 79
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 223 Care .................................. 302, 306
Aluminum wheels ................. 303
Exterior ................................. 302
Interior .................................. 306
Seat belts.............................. 307
Cargo capacity......................... 152
Cargo net.................................. 266
Chains ...................................... 234
Child restraint system............... 51 Booster seats, definition ......... 52
Booster seats, installation....... 61
Convertible seats, definition ... 52
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 58
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 44
Infant seats, definition............. 52
Infant seats, installation .......... 58
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 56
Installing CRS with seat belts...................................... 58
Installing CRS with top tether strap.............. 62
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490Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)
Paddle shift switches .............. 162
Parking brake ........................... 166Operation .............................. 166
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 387
Parking lights ........................... 168 Light switch ........................... 168
Replacing light bulbs............. 369
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 216 Function ................................ 216
PCS OFF switch ................... 217
Warning light ......................... 389
Personal lights ......................... 255
Power easy access system .... 117
Power outlets ........................... 272
Power steering (Electric Power
Steering system) ................... 211 Warning light ......................... 389
Power windows........................ 130
Jam protection function......... 131
Operation .............................. 130
Window lock switch............... 130
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 216 Function ................................ 216
PCS OFF switch ................... 217
Warning light ......................... 389 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 194
Radiator .................................... 328
Rear personal lights ................ 255
Rear seat heaters .................... 275
Rear sunshade......................... 278
Rear turn signal lights ............ 165 Replacing light bulbs ............ 371
Turn signal lever ................... 165
Wattage ................................ 436
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 125
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 127
Rear window defoggers .......... 248
Refueling .................................. 185 Capacity................................ 430
Fuel types ............................. 430
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 188
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 187
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 350
Fuses .................................... 352
Light bulbs ............................ 361
Tires...................................... 399
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 462
Reset the maintenance data ... 310
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495Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)
Warning buzzersApproach warning ................. 200
Brake system ....... ................. 387
Downshifting ......................... 164
Seat belt reminder ................ 390
Warning lights............................ 73 ABS....................................... 388
Brake system ....... ................. 387
Charging system ................... 388
Electric power steering ......... 389
Low engine oil pressure ........ 388
Low fuel level ........................ 390
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 388
Master warning light.............. 390
Open door ............................. 390
Parking brake indicator ......... 387
Pre-collision system .............. 389
Seat belt reminder light ......... 390
Slip indicator ......................... 389
SRS ...................................... 388
Tire pressure......................... 391
Warning messages .................. 398
Washer...................................... 179
Checking ............................... 333
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 232
Switch ................................... 179
Washing and waxing ............... 302 Weight
Cargo capacity...................... 152
Load limits ............................ 152
Weight .................................. 428
Wheels ...................................... 345
Replacing wheels ................. 345
Size....................................... 435
Window glasses ...................... 130
Window lock switch ................ 130
Windows................................... 130 Power windows..................... 130
Rear window defogger.......... 248
Windshield wipers ................... 179 Intermittent windshield
wipers with interval
adjuster .............................. 179
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 181
Winter driving tips ................... 232
Wireless remote control key .......................................... 106 Battery-Saving Function ......... 99
Locking/Unlocking ................ 106
Replacing the battery............ 350
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