2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID heater

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AVALON_HV_U (OM41457U)5-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........ 262
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ........................ 273
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 274
• Personal/interior light main switch ................... 275
• Personal/ interior lights ................. 275
• Ambient lights ............... 276
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 277
• Glove box...................... 278
• Console box .................. 279
• Cup holders .................. 280
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 281
Trunk features ................... 286 5-4. Other interior features
Sun visors and vanity mirrors ............................. 288
Clock.................................. 289
Outside temperature display ............................. 291
Power outlets ..................... 292
Seat heaters/ seat ventilators ................ 295
Armrest .............................. 298
Rear sunshade .................. 299
Coat hooks ........................ 301
Assist grips ........................ 302
Garage door opener .......... 303
Safety Connect .................. 310
Compass ........................... 316
5Interior features

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AVALON_HV_U (OM41457U)Power outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 292
Power outlet
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 292
Wireless charger switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 283
Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 280
Air conditioning controls
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 262
Rear seat heater switches
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 295
Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 279
Driving mode select switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Seat heater/ven tilator switches
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 295
AUX/USB port
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*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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711-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
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■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and
deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
●The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D or
S.
● The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or S.
■ EV indicator
■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
● When the heater is switched on
■ Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
●As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the bat-
tery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the
vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly discharge.
For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months
for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery becomes
fully discharged and you are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-volt
battery, contact your Toyota dealer.
● If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. Always put the shift lever in P when the vehicle is stopped. When
driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift lever in D or S to
avoid discharging the battery.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
P. 433 The EV indicator comes on when driving
the vehicle using only the electric motor
(traction motor).

2554-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when
necessary. Doing so can help
control excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode.
Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioner and
reduce fuel cons umption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until the gasoline engine and the in terior of the vehicle are warm, it
will consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be improved by
avoiding overuse of the heater.
■Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire infl ation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel co nsumption. Use a tire that is
appropriate for the season.
■Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption. Avoid
carrying unnecessary luggage. Insta lling a large roof rack can also
cause poor fuel consumption.
■Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically
when cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, fre-
quently driving short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly
warm up, which can lead to poor fuel consumption.

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Interior features5
AVALON_HV_U (OM41457U)5-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........ 262
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ........................ 273
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 274
• Personal/interior light main switch ................... 275
• Personal/ interior lights ................. 275
• Ambient lights ............... 276 5-3. Using the storage
features
List of storage features ..... 277
• Glove box...................... 278
• Console box .................. 279
• Cup holders .................. 280
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 281
Trunk features ................... 286
5-4. Other interior features Sun visors and vanity mirrors ............................. 288
Clock ................................. 289
Outside temperature display............................. 291
Power outlets .................... 292
Seat heaters/seat ventilators ....................... 295
Armrest ............................. 298
Rear sunshade.................. 299
Coat hooks ........................ 301
Assist grips........................ 302
Garage door opener.......... 303
Safety Connect ................. 310
Compass ........................... 316

2955-4. Other interior features
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Interior features
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Front seats
Vehicles with ventilator
Press the knob to release it,
and turn the knob to the
desired temperature setting.
OFF
Press the knob to lock it when
not in use.
Ventilation
Heat
Vehicles without ventilator
Press the knob to release it, and
turn the knob to the desired tem-
perature setting.
The further you turn the knob
clockwise, the warmer the seat
temperature becomes. Turn the
knob counterclockwise all the way
to turn the system off.
Press the knob again to lock it
when not in use.
Seat heaters/seat ventilators
: If equipped
The seat heaters warm the seats and the seat ventilators main-
tain good airflow by blowing air through the seats.
Seat heaters/ventilators
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2965-4. Other interior features
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Rear seats
ON/OFF
The indicator illuminates when
the seat heater is turned on.
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The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Automatic operation of the seat ventilator for the passenger's seat
When a passenger leaves the passenger seat while the seat ventilation turns
on, the seat ventilator automatically turns off. If the passenger returns to the
seat, it automatically turns on again.
■ Operation display illumination (if equipped)
Illuminates when the ventilator is
operating.
Illuminates when the front seat heater
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2975-4. Other interior features
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Interior features
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CAUTION
■Burns
● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
● Do not use seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor
burns or overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heaters/seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters/seat ventilators off when the hybrid system is off.