2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID ignition

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AVALON_HV_U (OM41457U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 160
Cargo and luggage............ 171
Vehicle load limits ............. 174
Trailer towing..................... 175
Dinghy towing.................... 176
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 177
EV drive mode................... 183
Hybrid transmission........... 185
Turn signal lever................ 188
Parking brake .................... 189
Horn .................................. 190
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 191
Automatic High Beam ....... 195
Fog light switch ................. 200
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 201 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap................................... 206
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control .................... 211
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................. 215
Driving mode select switch .............................. 230
Driving assist systems ....... 232
Hill-start assist control ....... 237
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 239
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......... 245
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................... 254
Winter driving tips .............. 256
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AVALON_HV_U (OM41457U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 160
Cargo and luggage ........... 171
Vehicle load limits ............. 174
Trailer towing..................... 175
Dinghy towing ................... 176
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 177
EV drive mode .................. 183
Hybrid transmission........... 185
Turn signal lever................ 188
Parking brake .................... 189
Horn .................................. 190
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 191
Automatic High Beam ....... 195
Fog light switch ................. 200
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 201 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 206
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control .................... 211
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 215
Driving mode select switch .............................. 230
Driving assist systems ...... 232
Hill-start assist control ....... 237
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 239
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 245
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................................. 254
Winter driving tips ............. 256

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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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2074-4. Refueling
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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.

4498-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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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.

491Alphabetical index
AVALON_HV_U (OM41457U)
Energy monitor ........................ 102
EngineACCESSORY mode ............. 178
Compartment ........................ 341
Engine switch........................ 177
Hood ..................................... 338
How to start the hybrid system .... ................. 177
Identification number ............ 445
Ignition switch (power switch) .................... 177
Overheating .......................... 436
Power switch......................... 177
Engine coolant ......................... 345
Capacity ................................ 449
Checking ............................... 345
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 256
Engine coolant temperature gauge........................................ 91
Engine oil ................................. 342 Capacity ................................ 447
Checking ............................... 342
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 256 Engine switch .......................... 177
EPS (Electronic
Power Steering)..................... 232 Function ................................ 232
Warning light......................... 405
EV drive mode ......................... 183
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11

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Garage door opener ................ 303
Gauges ....................................... 91
Glove box ................................. 278
Grocery bag hooks .................. 286
Head restraints ........................ 143
Headlights ................................ 191Automatic high beam ............ 195
Discharge headlights
precautions ......................... 396
Light switch ........................... 191
Replacing light bulbs............. 393
Wattage ................................ 452
Heaters
Air conditioning system ......... 262
Outside rear view mirrors...... 273
Seat heaters ......................... 295
High-voltage components ........ 73
Hill-start assist control............ 237
Hood ......................................... 338
Hooks Coat hooks............................ 301
Grocery bag hooks ............... 286
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 26 Horn .......................................... 190
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 ...................... 183
High voltage components ....... 73
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 94
Hybrid system precautions ..... 73
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 254
If the hybrid system will not start ........................ 427
Overheating .......................... 436
Power (ignition) switch.......... 177
Starting the hybrid system .... 177
Vehicle proximity notification system .......... ..................... ... 70
Hybrid System Indicator ........... 94
Hybrid transmission................ 185
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 429
S mode ................................. 186
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I/M test ...................................... 334
IdentificationEngine................................... 445
Vehicle .................................. 445
Ignition switch (power switch) ....................... 177
Illuminated entry system ........ 276
Immobilizer system ................... 79
Indicators ................................... 89
Initialization
Maintenance ......................... 329
Tire pressure warning system ... ............... 355
Inside rear view mirror ............ 147
Instrument panel light control ............................. 93
Interior lights............................ 274 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.......... 339
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 416
Jack handle .............................. 416
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................. 156
Power windows..................... 153
Keyless entry ........................... 111 Smart key system ................. 111
Wireless remote control ........ 126
Keys .......................................... 108 Battery-Saving Function ....... 119
Electronic key ....................... 108
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 430
Key number plate ................. 108
Keyless entry ................ 111, 126
Mechanical key ..................... 108
Power switch ........................ 177
Replacing the battery............ 369
Warning buzzer .................... 115
Wireless remote control key...................................... 126
Knee airbags .............................. 37
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