
4658-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)■
Automatic light control system (
P. 185)
■Lights ( P. 185, 188)
*: If equipped
■
Illumination ( P. 284)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Light sensor sensitivity Level 3 Level 1 to 5 O O
Time elapsed before head-
lights automatically turn off
after doors are closed 30 seconds0 seconds
OO
60 seconds
90 seconds
12
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Daytime running light system On Off O O
Automatic high beam
*On Off—O
12
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Interior lights illumination con-
trol On Off—O
Time elapsed before interior
lights turn off15 seconds
Off
OO7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Center console spot lightOnOff—O
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff—O
Operation after the power
switch turned offOnOff—O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff—O
Ambient lights*OnOff—O
Outer foot lights*OnOff—O
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4668-2. Customization
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
*: If equipped
■
Instrument panel ( P.  9 2 )
■Automatic air condi tioning system (P. 272)
■Touch switch (on the audio panel) ( P. 100)
■Touch switch (on the air conditioning panel) ( P. 272)
Time elapsed before the outer
foot lights turn off
*
15 
seconds
Off
OO
7.5 
seconds
30 
seconds
Enable/disable operation of
the outer foot lights when you
approach the vehicle with the
electronic key on your person
*
OnOff—O
Enable/disable operation of
the outer foot lights when the
doors are unlocked with the
power door lock switch
*
OnOff—O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting12
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Instrument panel light auto
dimmer control Level 3 Level 1 to 5—O
12
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
A/C auto switch operationAutoManualOO
12
FunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Touch switch sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 3O—
12
FunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Touch switch sensitivityLevel 1Level 1 to 3—O
12 

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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be
made by your Toyota dealer. (P. 107)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. ( P. 109)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (P. 372)
●Is the power switch in ON mode? 
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. ( P. 173)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle? 
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio
wave. (P. 126)
●Is the child-protector lock set? 
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is
set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector
lock. (P.  1 1 3 )
●The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the trunk
will operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take the key out from the
trunk. ( P. 118)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting
your Toyota dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,  unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with  the electronic key left inside 

473What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 172)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 175)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 122)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 175)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? 
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way. 
( P. 422)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( P. 423)
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal
with the power switch in ON mode ( P. 420)
●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 175)
●Is the window lock switch pressed? 
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. (P. 148)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period of
time. (P. 174)
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be tu rned after the hybrid system
is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off automatically 

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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 272Air conditioning filter ............. 370
Automatic air conditioning 
system ......... ....................... 272
ABS (Anti-lock Brake 
System) .................................. 260Function ................................ 260
Warning light ......................... 397
Air conditioning filter .............. 370
Air conditioning system.......... 272 Air conditioning filter ............. 370
Automatic air conditioning 
system ......... ....................... 272
Airbags ....................................... 36
Airbag operating conditions .... 44
Airbag precautions for your child ......................... 39
Airbag warning light .............. 397
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag  operating conditions ............. 44
Curtain shield airbag  precautions ........................... 42
Front passenger occupant  classification syst em............. 48
General airbag precautions .... 39
Locations of airbags................ 36
Modification and disposal  of airbags.............................. 43
Side airbag operating 
conditions ............................. 44
Side airbag precautions .......... 39
Side and curtain shield  airbags operating 
conditions ............................. 44
Side and curtain shield 
airbags precautions .............. 39
SRS airbags............................ 36 Alarm .......................................... 81
Alarm ...................................... 81
Warning buzzer .................... 396
Anchor brackets ........................ 59
Antennas  (smart key system) ............... 121
Anti-lock Brake  System (ABS) ........................ 260
Function ................................ 260
Warning light......................... 397
Approach warning (dynamic 
radar cruise control) ............. 239
Armrest..................................... 302
Assist grips .............................. 304
Audio system
*
Automatic headlight leveling  system.................................... 187
Automatic high beam .............. 188
Automatic light control  system.................................... 185
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 291
A 

478Alphabetical index
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Child safety ................................ 5412-volt battery 
precautions ................. 352, 427
Airbag precautions .................. 39
Child restraint system ............. 55
How your child should wear  the seat belt .......................... 32
Installing child restraints ......... 59
Moon roof precautions .......... 154
Power window lock switch .... 148
Power window precautions ... 150
Rear door child-protectors .... 113
Removed electronic  key battery precautions ...... 373
Seat belt extender  precautions ........................... 35
Seat belt precautions .............. 58
Seat heater precautions........ 281
Trunk precautions ................. 119
Child-protectors....................... 113
Cleaning ........................... 324, 327
Aluminum wheels.................. 325
Exterior ................................. 324
Interior................................... 327
Seat belts .............................. 328
Clock ......................................... 298
Coat hooks ............................... 304
Compass .................................. 318
Condenser ................................ 347 Console box ............................. 289
Consumption screen............... 100
Coolant ..................................... 345
Capacity................................ 441
Checking............................... 345
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 268
Cooling system........................ 345
Engine overheating............... 428
Hybrid system overheating ... 428
Cruise control
Cruise control ....................... 245
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 232
Cup holders ............................. 290
Curtain shield airbags............... 37
Customizable features ............ 461 

479Alphabetical index
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Daytime running light system .................................... 186
Defogger Front windshield.................... 276
Outside rear view mirrors...... 276
Rear window ......................... 276
Dimensions .............................. 436
Dinghy towing .......................... 171
Display Cruise control........................ 245
Dynamic radar cruise control ...................... 232
LDA (Lane Departure Alert  with steering control) .......... 221
Multi-information display ......... 94
Trip information ....................... 95
Warning message ................. 405
Do-it-yourself  maintenance .......................... 337
Door courtesy lights
Wattage ................................ 444
Door lock Doors .................................... 110
Smart key system ................. 121
Wireless remote control ........ 110 Doors ........................................ 110
Automatic door locking 
and unlocking system......... 113
Door glasses......................... 148
Door lock .............................. 112
Open door warning buzzer ... 122
Open door warning light ....... 399
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 145
Rear door child-protector ...... 113
Driver’s seat position  memory .................................. 133
Driving ...................................... 156 Break-in tips.......................... 157
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving mode select switch ... 258
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 265
Procedures ........................... 156
Winter drive tips .................... 268
Dynamic radar cruise  control .................................... 232
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480Alphabetical index
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Eco drive mode ........................ 258
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electric motor (traction motor) ....................... 70
Electric Power 
Steering (EPS) ....................... 261Function ................................ 261
Warning light ......................... 397
Electronic key .......................... 106 Battery-saving function ......... 125
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 421
Replacing the battery ............ 372
Emergency flashers ................ 390
Emergency, in case of
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 423
If the electronic key  does not operate 
properly .............................. 421
If the hybrid system  will not start ........................ 418
If the shift lever 
cannot be shifted from P .... 420
If the trunk opener is not  actuated.............................. 119
If the warning 
buzzer sounds .................... 396
If the warning light  turns on .............................. 396
If the warning message  is displayed......................... 405
If you have a flat tire ............. 406
If you think something 
is wrong .............................. 395
If your vehicle becomes 
stuck ................................... 432
If your vehicle has to be  stopped in an emergency ... 391
If your vehicle needs  to be towed ......................... 392
If your vehicle overheats ....... 428 Energy monitor ........................ 100
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ............. 173
Compartment ........................ 341
Engine switch ....................... 172
Hood ..................................... 339
How to start the hybrid system .... ................. 172
Identification number ............ 437
Ignition switch  (power switch) .................... 172
Overheating .......................... 428
Power switch ........................ 172
Engine coolant......................... 345
Capacity................................ 441
Checking............................... 345
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 268
Engine coolant temperature  gauge ....................................... 90
Engine oil ................................. 342 Capacity................................ 439
Checking............................... 342
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 268
Engine switch .......................... 172
EPS (Electronic  Power Steering)..................... 261Function ................................ 261
Warning light......................... 397
EV drive mode ......................... 178
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
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