2015 TOYOTA AVALON parking brake

4267-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
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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4368-1. Specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
*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)

481What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
●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. 134)
●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. 162)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat
belts?
( P. 391)
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The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 170)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may
also sound. ( P. 388, 399)
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

485Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 373
Wattage ................................ 438
Battery ...................................... 330
Battery checking ................... 330
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 419
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 236
Warning light ......................... 389
Brake Fluid ...................................... 329
Parking brake........................ 170
Warning light ......................... 388
Brake assist ............................. 215
Break-in tips ............................. 144
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................................... 79
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 227 Care .................................. 302, 306
Aluminum wheels ................. 303
Exterior ................................. 302
Interior .................................. 306
Seat belts.............................. 307
Cargo capacity......................... 156
Cargo net.................................. 265
Chains ...................................... 238
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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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION A ND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.

493Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Paddle shift switches .............. 166
Parking brake ........................... 170Operation .............................. 170
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 388
Parking lights ........................... 172 Light switch ........................... 172
Replacing light bulbs............. 369
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 220 Function ................................ 220
PCS OFF switch ................... 221
Warning light ......................... 390
Personal lights ......................... 254
Power easy access system .... 119
Power outlets ........................... 271
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 215 Warning light ......................... 390
Power windows........................ 134
Jam protection function......... 135
Operation .............................. 134
Window lock switch............... 134
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 220 Function ................................ 220
PCS OFF switch ................... 221
Warning light ......................... 390 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 198
Radiator .................................... 328
Rear personal lights ................ 254
Rear seat heaters .................... 275
Rear sunshade......................... 278
Rear turn signal lights ............ 169 Replacing light bulbs ............ 371
Turn signal lever ................... 169
Wattage ................................ 438
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 129
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 131
Rear view monitor system
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Rear window defoggers .......... 252
Refueling .................................. 189 Capacity................................ 432
Fuel types ............................. 432
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 192
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 191
Replacing
Electronic key battery ........... 350
Fuses .................................... 352
Light bulbs ............................ 361
Tires...................................... 400
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 464
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 310
PR
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION A ND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.

499Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Warning buzzersApproach warning ................. 204
Brake system ....... ................. 388
Downshifting ......................... 168
Seat belt reminder ................ 391
Warning lights............................ 73 ABS....................................... 389
Brake system ....... ................. 388
Charging system ................... 389
Electric power steering ......... 390
Low engine oil pressure ........ 389
Low fuel level ........................ 391
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 389
Master warning light.............. 391
Open door ............................. 391
Parking brake indicator ......... 388
Pre-collision system .............. 390
Seat belt reminder light ......... 391
Slip indicator ......................... 390
SRS ...................................... 389
Tire pressure......................... 392
Warning messages .................. 399
Washer...................................... 183
Checking ............................... 333
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 236
Switch ................................... 183
Washing and waxing ............... 302 Weight
Cargo capacity...................... 156
Load limits ............................ 156
Weight .................................. 430
Wheels ...................................... 345
Replacing wheels ................. 345
Size....................................... 437
Window glasses ...................... 134
Window lock switch ................ 134
Windows................................... 134 Power windows..................... 134
Rear window defogger.......... 252
Windshield wipers ................... 183 Intermittent windshield
wipers with interval
adjuster .............................. 183
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 185
Winter driving tips ................... 236
Wireless remote control key .......................................... 108 Battery-Saving Function ....... 101
Locking/Unlocking ................ 108
Replacing the battery............ 350
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION A ND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.