2016 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID steering

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

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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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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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
JackPositioning a floor jack .......... 340
Vehicle-equipped jack........... 407
Jack handle .............................. 407
Jam protection function Moon roof.............................. 152
Power windows ..................... 149
Keyless entry Smart key system ......... 110, 116
Wireless remote
control......................... 110, 116
Keys .......................................... 106
Battery-Saving Function ....... 125
Electronic key ....................... 106
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 421
Key number plate.................. 106
Keyless entry ........................ 106
Mechanical key ..................... 106
Power switch......................... 172
Replacing the battery ............ 372
Warning buzzer..................... 122
Wireless remote control key ...................................... 106
Knee airbags .............................. 37 Lane Departure Alert with steer-
ing control (LDA)................... 221
LATCH anchors ......................... 60
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control).................... 221
Lever Auxiliary catch lever.............. 339
Hood lock release lever ........ 339
Internal trunk release lever ... 118
Shift lever.............................. 180
Turn signal lever ................... 183
Wiper lever ........................... 192
License plate lights ................. 185 Light switch ........................... 185
Light bulbs Replacing.............................. 379
Wattage ................................ 444
Lights Automatic high beam ............ 188
Headlight switch ................... 185
Illuminated entry system ....... 286
Interior light ........................... 285
Interior lights list.................... 284
Personal lights ...................... 285
Replacing light bulbs ............ 379
Trunk light ............................. 118
Turn signal lever ................... 183
Vanity lights .......................... 297
Wattage ................................ 444
Load capacity .......................... 169
Lock steering column ............. 175
Luggage net ............................. 295
Luggage security system ....... 117
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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Parking brake ........................... 184Operation .............................. 184
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 396
Parking lights ........................... 185
Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs............. 386
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) .................................. 208Function ................................ 208
PCS (Pre-Collision System) switch ................... 212
Warning light ......................... 398
Personal lights ......................... 285
Power control unit ..................... 74
Power control unit coolant ..... 345 Capacity ................................ 441
Checking ............................... 345
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 268
Power easy access system .................................... 133
Power outlets ........................... 300
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 261Warning light ......................... 397
Power switch............................ 172
Power windows........................ 148
Jam protection function......... 149
Operation .............................. 148
Window lock switch............... 148
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 208 Function ................................ 208
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) switch ................... 212
Warning light ......................... 398 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 232
Radiator .................................... 347
Rear personal lights ................ 285
Rear seat heaters .................... 281
Rear sunshade......................... 302
Rear turn signal lights ............ 183 Replacing light bulbs ............ 383
Turn signal lever ................... 183
Wattage ................................ 444
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror .......... 143
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 145
Rear view monitor system
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Rear window defoggers .......... 276
Refueling .................................. 197 Capacity................................ 438
Fuel types ............................. 438
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 199
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 199
Regenerative braking ................ 72
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 372
Fuses .................................... 374
Light bulbs ............................ 377
Tires...................................... 406
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 470
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 331
Road accident cautions ............ 77
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Shift lever ................................. 180Hybrid transmission .............. 180
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P .... 420
Shift lock system ..................... 420
Side airbags ............................... 37
Side marker lights ................... 185 Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs............. 386
Side mirrors ............................. 145 Adjusting and folding ............ 145
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ...... 249
Linked mirror function when reversing ................... 146
Mirror position memory ......... 133
Side turn signal lights ............. 183 Replacing light bulbs............. 386
Turn signal lever ................... 183
Smart key system .................... 121 Antenna location ................... 121
Entry functions .............. 110, 116
Starting the hybrid system .... 172
Snow tires ................................ 270 Spare tire .................................. 406
Inflation pressure .................. 443
Storage location.................... 407
Spark plug ................................ 441
Specifications .......................... 436
Speedometer.............................. 90
Sport mode .............................. 258
Steering lock ............................ 175 Column lock release ............. 175
Steering wheel ......................... 141
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 386
Storage feature ........................ 287
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 432
Sun shade
Rear ...................................... 302
Roof ...................................... 152
Sun visors ................................ 297

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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
SwitchesBSM (Blind spot monitor)
switch ................................. 249
Compass switch.................... 318
Cruise control switch..... 232, 245
“DISP” button .......................... 95
Door lock switches ................ 112
Driving mode select switch ... 258
Driving position memory switches.............................. 133
Emergency flashers switch ... 390
EV drive mode switch ........... 178
Garage door opener switches.............................. 305
Ignition switch ....................... 172
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)
switch ................................. 221
Light switch ........................... 185
Moon roof switches ............... 151
Outside rear view mirror switches.............................. 145 PCS (Pre-Collision
System) switch ................... 212
Power door lock switch ......... 112
Power switch ........................ 172
Power window switches........ 148
Rear sunshade switch .......... 302
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................. 276
Seat heater switches ............ 281
Seat ventilator switches ........ 281
“SOS” button......................... 312
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 356
Trunk opener main switch .... 117
Trunk opener switch ............. 116
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ................................. 232
VSC OFF switch ................... 261
Window lock switch .............. 148
Windshield wipers and washer switch.............. 192

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AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Tachometer .............................. 181
Tail lights .................................. 185Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs............. 386
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...................................... 81
Immobilizer system ................. 79
Tire inflation pressure ............. 443
Maintenance data ................. 443
Warning light ......................... 399
Tire information ....................... 448
Glossary................................ 455
Size ....................................... 451
Tire identification number ..... 450
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................... 453
Tire pressure warning
system .................................... 355Function ................................ 355
Initializing .............................. 355
Installing tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters......................... 355
Registering ID codes ............ 357
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 356
Warning light ......................... 399 Tires .......................................... 354
Chains .................................. 269
Checking............................... 354
If you have a flat tire ............. 406
Inflation pressure .................. 443
Information............................ 448
Replacing.............................. 406
Rotating tires ........................ 354
Size....................................... 443
Snow tires ............................. 270
Spare tire .............................. 406
Tire pressure warning
system .......... ...................... 355
Warning light......................... 399
Tools ......................................... 407
Top tether strap ......................... 66
Total load capacity .................. 169
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 171
Emergency towing ................ 392
Trailer towing ........................ 170
TOYOTA PARKING ASSIST MONITOR
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Toyota Safety Sense P ............ 201
Automatic High Beam ........... 188
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 232
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 221
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) .............................. 208
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.