2016 TOYOTA AVALON BSM

2484-5. Using the driving support systems
AVALON (U)_(01999-07001)
◆ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly,
or if the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface
◆Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal
is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
◆VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or
turning on slippery road surfaces
◆TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from
spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
◆EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to redu ce the amount of effort needed to
turn the steering wheel
◆BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
 P. 2 3 7
Driving assist systems
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following
systems operate automatically in response to various driving
situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supple-
mentary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operat-
ing the vehicle.

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Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 372
Wattage ................................ 432
Battery ...................................... 336 Battery checking ................... 336
If the vehicle battery
is discharged ...................... 413
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 253
Warning light ......................... 386
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 335
Parking brake........................ 170
Warning light ......................... 386
Brake assist ............................. 248
Break-in tips ............................. 146
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................................... 80
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 237 Care .................................. 310, 314
Aluminum wheels ................. 311
Exterior ................................. 310
Interior .................................. 314
Seat belts.............................. 315
Cargo capacity......................... 157
Cargo net.................................. 281
Chains ...................................... 254
Child restraint system............... 53 Booster seats, definition ......... 54
Booster seats, installation....... 63
Convertible seats, definition ... 54
Convertible seats, installation ............................ 60
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 46
Infant seats, definition............. 54
Infant seats, installation .......... 60
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 58
Installing CRS with seat belts...................................... 60
Installing CRS
with top tether strap.............. 64
BC
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Storage feature ........................ 273
StuckIf the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 420
Sun shade
Rear ...................................... 289
Roof ...................................... 139
Sun visors ................................ 283
Switches
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch ................................. 237
Compass switch.................... 305
Cruise control switch............. 233
“DISP” button .......................... 83
Door lock switches .................. 99
Driving mode select switch ... 246
Driving position memory switches.............................. 121
Dynamic radar cruise control switch...................... 220
Emergency flashers switch ... 378
Engine switch........................ 160
Garage door opener switches.............................. 292
Ignition switch ....................... 160
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 209
Light switches ....................... 171
Moon roof switches ............... 138
Outside rear view mirror switches.............................. 132
Paddle shift switches ............ 166
PCS (Pre-Collision System) switch ................... 200
Power door lock switch ........... 99
Power window switches ........ 135
Rear sunshade switch .......... 289
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................. 262
Seat heater switches ............ 267
Seat ventilator switches ........ 267
“SOS” button ......................... 299 Tire pressure warning reset
switch ................................. 342
Trunk opener main switch .... 104
Trunk opener switch ............. 103
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ................................. 220
VSC OFF switch ................... 249
Window lock switch .............. 135
Windshield wipers and washer switch.............. 178