
18Pictorial index
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■Switches
Driving position memory switches*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 120
Emergency flasher switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 380
PCS OFF switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 221
Tire pressure warning reset switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 336
Trunk opener main switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 115
Rear sunshade switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 278
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 227
VSC OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 216
Trunk opener  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 114
Outside rear view mirror switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 131
Window lock switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 134
Door lock switches  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 111
Power window switches  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 134
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3366-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch off.
Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to  the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. ( P. 437)
Make sure to adjust the tire pressu re to the specified cold tire infla-
tion pressure level. The tire  pressure warning system will operate
based on this pressure level.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode. 
Press and hold the tire pres-
sure warning reset switch
until the tire pressure warn-
ing light blinks slowly 3 times.
Wait for a few minutes with the engine switch in IGNITION ON
mode and then turn the engine switch off.
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Maintenance and care
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Initializing the tire pressure warning system
Initialize the system with the tire infl
ation pressure adjusted to the speci-
fied level.
■If the tread on snow tires wears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm)
The effectiveness of the tire s as snow tires is lost.
■If you press the tire pressure warning reset switch accidentally
If initialization is performed, adjust the tire inflation pressure to the speci-
fied level and initialize the tire pressure warning system again.
■When initialization of the tire pr essure warning system has failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes.  However, in the following
cases, the settings have not been  recorded and the system will not oper-
ate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings
are unsuccessful, have the vehicle  inspected by your Toyota dealer.
●When operating the tire pressure wa rning reset switch, the tire pressure
warning light does not blink 3 times.
●After driving for a certain period of  time since the initialization has been
completed, the warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute.
■Tire pressure warning system certification
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: PAXPMVC010
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of  the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two cond itions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-
ble for compliance could void the user ’s authority to operate the equip-
ment. 
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 

3406-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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CAUTION
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as
dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
●Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
●Do not mix differently constructed ti res (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
●Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
●Do not use tires that have  been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously. 
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not operate the tire pressure  warning reset switch without first
adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the
tire pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation
pressure is low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is
actually normal. 

3947-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat
belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system, “AIR BAG
ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt
buckle switch, seat belt pretensioners, airbags, interconnecting wiring and
power sources. ( P.  3 5 )  
■ Front passenger detection sensor,  seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
■ If the malfunction indicator la mp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the
warning buzzer may sound.
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When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and  adjust to the appropriate level. Push-
ing the tire pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure
warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes). 

4107-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire. 
(  P. 437)
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( P. 336)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, lo w inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light
remains on.
■When the compact spare tire is equipped
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire
compared to when driving with standard tires.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Perform the following steps and fit  tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
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496Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
SwitchesBSM (Blind spot monitor) 
switch ................................. 227
Compass switch.................... 296
Cruise control switch............. 194
“DISP” button .......................... 81
Door lock switches ................ 111
Driving mode select switch ... 213
Driving position memory  switches.............................. 120
Dynamic radar cruise 
control switch...................... 198
Emergency flashers switch ... 380
Engine switch........................ 159
Fog light switch ..................... 181
Garage door opener  switches.............................. 283
Ignition switch ....................... 159
Light switches ....................... 172
Moon roof switches ............... 137
Outside rear view mirror  switches.............................. 131 Paddle shift switches ............ 166
PCS OFF switch ................... 221
Power door lock switch ......... 111
Power window switches........ 134
Rear sunshade switch .......... 278
Rear window and outside 
rear view mirror defoggers 
switch ................................. 252
Seat heater switches ............ 274
Seat ventilator switches ........ 274
“SOS” button......................... 290
Tire pressure warning reset  switch ................................. 336
Trunk opener main switch .... 115
Trunk opener switch ............. 114
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance  button ................................. 201
VSC/TRAC OFF switch ........ 216
Window lock switch .............. 134
Windshield wipers  and washer switch.............. 183 

497Alphabetical index
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Tachometer ................................ 77
Tail lights .................................. 172Light switch ........................... 172
Replacing light bulbs............. 375
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 68
Engine immobilizer system ..... 66
Tire inflation pressure ............. 437 Maintenance data ................. 437
Warning light ......................... 392
Tire information ....................... 442 Glossary................................ 449
Size ....................................... 445
Tire identification number ..... 444
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................... 447
Tire pressure warning  system .................................... 335 Function ................................ 335
Initializing .............................. 335
Installing tire pressure warning valves and 
transmitters......................... 335
Registering ID codes ............ 337
Tire pressure warning reset  switch ................................. 336
Warning light ......................... 392 Tires .......................................... 334
Chains .................................. 238
Checking............................... 334
If you have a flat tire ............. 400
Inflation pressure .................. 437
Information............................ 442
Replacing.............................. 400
Rotating tires ........................ 334
Size....................................... 437
Snow tires ............................. 239
Spare tire .............................. 400
Tire pressure warning 
system .......... ...................... 335
Warning light......................... 392
Tools ......................................... 401
Top tether strap ......................... 62
Total load capacity .................. 156
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 158
Emergency towing ................ 382
Trailer towing ........................ 157
TOYOTA PARKING ASSIST  MONITOR
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TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 215
Transmission ........................... 165
Automatic transmission ........ 165
Driving mode select switch ... 213
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 415
Paddle shift switches ............ 166 
S mode ................................. 166
Trip information ......................... 81
Trip meters ................................. 77
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION A ND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.