2016 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID Owners Manual

AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 14
How to search .............................. 15
Pictorial index .............................. 16
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 26
For safety drive ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 36
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 48
Safety information for children ........................ 54
Child restraint systems ........ 55
Installing child restraints ...... 59
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 69
1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features ....... 70
Hybrid system precautions ....................... 74
1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 79
Alarm ................................... 81
Theft prevention labels ........ 83 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ........................... 86
Gauges and meters ............. 90
Multi-information display ...... 94
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ........ 100
3-1. Key information Keys................................... 106
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and
trunk
Doors ................................. 110
Trunk ................................. 116
Smart key system .............. 121
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................... 131
Driving position memory .... 133
Head restraints .................. 138
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 141
Inside rear view mirror ....... 143
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 145
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and
moon roof
Power windows.................. 148
Moon roof .......................... 151
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of
each component

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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 156
Cargo and luggage............ 166
Vehicle load limits ............. 169
Trailer towing..................... 170
Dinghy towing.................... 171
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 172
EV drive mode................... 178
Hybrid transmission........... 180
Turn signal lever................ 183
Parking brake .................... 184
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 185
Automatic High Beam ....... 188
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 192 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap................................... 197
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ...... 201
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 208
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 221
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................. 232
Cruise control .................... 245
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......... 249
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function.......................... 251
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function detection
areas ............................. 256
Driving mode select switch .............................. 258
Driving assist systems ....... 260
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................... 265
Winter driving tips .............. 268
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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)5-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........ 272
Seat heaters/ seat ventilators ................ 281
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 284
• Personal/interior light main switch ................... 285
• Personal/interior lights ............................. 285
• Ambient lights ............... 286
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 287
• Glove box...................... 288
• Console box .................. 289
• Cup holders .................. 290
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 291
Trunk features ................... 295 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features........ 297
• Sun visors ..................... 297
• Vanity mirrors ................ 297
• Clock ............................. 298
• Outside temperature display ........................... 299
• Power outlets ................ 300
• Armrest.......................... 302
• Rear sunshade .............. 302
• Coat hooks .................... 304
• Assist grips .................... 304
Garage door opener .......... 305
Safety Connect .................. 312
Compass ........................... 318
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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 324
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 327
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 330
General maintenance ........ 332
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 336
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 337
Hood.................................. 339
Positioning a floor jack ...... 340
Engine compartment ......... 341
12-volt battery ................... 350
Tires .................................. 354
Tire inflation pressure........ 364
Wheels .............................. 367
Air conditioning filter .......... 370
Electronic key battery ........ 372
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 374
Light bulbs ......................... 377 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 390
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 391
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 392
If you think something is wrong............................... 395
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 396
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 405
If you have a flat tire .......... 406
If the hybrid system will not start ........................... 418
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................. 420
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 421
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ....................... 423
If your vehicle overheats......................... 428
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 432
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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 436
Fuel information ................ 445
Tire information ................. 448
8-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 461
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize................ 468
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 470 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 472
Alphabetical index ...................... 476
8Vehicle specifications
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For vehicles with a audio/navigati on system, refer to the “NAVIGA-
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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear
sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of
a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi-
cles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does
not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance,
repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modi-
fication with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety
or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be
covered under warranty.
For your infor mation
Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota