2017 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID brake

4558-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent t hat these items are avail-
able as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
*
that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below

4568-1. Specifications
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty 12-volt battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between compo-
nents in the bead
Tire related termMeaning

473What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●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. 423)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 424)
●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. 182)
●
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

474What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
(→ P. 401)
●
The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 185)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( →P. 398, 407)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 81)
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the
hybrid system.
●
Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
●When a warning light turns on, refer to P. 398.
●When a warning message is displayed, perform the correction procedure
appropriate to the message.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

476Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 274Air conditioning filter ............. 371
Automatic air conditioning
system ......... ....................... 274
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 261 Function ................................ 261
Warning light ......................... 399
Air conditioning filter .............. 371
Air conditioning system.......... 274 Air conditioning filter ............. 371
Automatic air conditioning
system ......... ....................... 274
Airbags ....................................... 36
Airbag operating conditions .... 44
Airbag precautions for your child ......................... 39
Airbag warning light .............. 399
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 .................... 398
Anchor brackets ........................ 59
Antennas (smart key system) ............... 121
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 261
Function ................................ 261
Warning light......................... 399
Approach warning (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 240
Armrest..................................... 304
Assist grips .............................. 306
Audio system
*
Automatic headlight leveling system.................................... 188
Automatic high beam .............. 189
Automatic light control system.................................... 186
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 293
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477Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 386
Wattage ................................ 444
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 352 If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 424
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 269
Warning light ......................... 398
Battery (traction battery)........... 74
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 250
Brake Fluid ...................................... 350
Parking brake........................ 185
Regenerative braking.............. 72
Warning light ................. 398, 401
Brake assist ............................. 261
Break-in tips ............................. 157
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control................................... 91
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 250 Care .................................. 326, 329
Aluminum wheels ................. 327
Exterior ................................. 326
Interior .................................. 329
Seat belts.............................. 330
Cargo capacity......................... 169
Cargo net.................................. 297
Caution label .............................. 74
Chains ...................................... 270
Child restraint system............... 55 Booster seats, definition ......... 56
Booster seats, installation....... 65
Convertible seats, definition ... 56
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 62
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 48
Infant seats, definition............. 56
Infant seats, installation .......... 62
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 60
Installing CRS with seat belts .............................. 62
Installing CRS with top tether strap.............. 66
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

481Alphabetical index
Flat tire...................................... 408
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidBrake .................................... 443
Hybrid transmission .............. 442
Washer ................................. 351
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 48
Front personal lights ............... 287
Front seats ............................... 131 Adjustment ............................ 131
Cleaning................................ 329
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 133
Head restraints ..................... 138
Power easy access system ......... ....................... 133
Seat heaters ......................... 283
Seat position memory ........... 133
Seat ventilators ..................... 283
Front side marker lights.......... 186 Light switch ........................... 186
Replacing light bulbs............. 387
Front turn signal lights ........... 184 Replacing light bulbs............. 382
Turn signal lever ................... 184
Wattage ................................ 444
Fuel ........................................... 438 Capacity ................................ 438
Fuel gauge .............................. 90
Information ............................ 445
Refueling............................... 198
Type ...................................... 438
Warning light ......................... 401
Fuel consumption...................... 95
Fuel filler door.......................... 198 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened............... 200
Refueling............................... 198
Fuses ........................................ 375 Garage door opener ................ 307
Gauges ....................................... 90
Glove box ................................. 290
Grocery bag hooks.................. 297
Head restraints ........................ 138
Headlights ................................ 186
Automatic high beam ............ 189
Discharge headlights precautions......................... 389
Light switch ........................... 186
Replacing light bulbs ............ 387
Wattage ................................ 444
Heaters Air conditioning system......... 274
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 278
Seat heaters ......................... 283
High-voltage components ........ 74
Hill-start assist control ........... 261
Hood ......................................... 341
Hooks Coat hooks ........................... 306
Grocery bag hooks ............... 297
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
FG
H

485Alphabetical index
Parking brake ........................... 185Operation .............................. 185
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 398
Parking lights ........................... 186
Light switch ........................... 186
Replacing light bulbs............. 387
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) .................................. 209 Function ................................ 209
PCS (Pre-Collision System) switch ................... 213
Warning light ......................... 400
Personal lights ......................... 287
Power control unit ..................... 74
Power control unit coolant ..... 347 Capacity ................................ 441
Checking ............................... 347
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 269
Power easy access system .................................... 133
Power outlets ........................... 302
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 262 Warning light ......................... 399
Power switch............................ 172
Power windows........................ 148
Jam protection function......... 149
Operation .............................. 148
Window lock switch............... 148
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 209 Function ................................ 209
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) switch ................... 213
Warning light ......................... 400 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 233
Radiator .................................... 349
Rear personal lights ................ 287
Rear seat heaters .................... 283
Rear sunshade......................... 304
Rear turn signal lights ............ 184 Replacing light bulbs ............ 384
Turn signal lever ................... 184
Wattage ................................ 444
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror .......... 143
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 145
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window defoggers .......... 278
Refueling .................................. 198 Capacity................................ 438
Fuel types ............................. 438
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 200
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 200
Regenerative braking ................ 72
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 373
Fuses .................................... 375
Light bulbs ............................ 378
Tires...................................... 408
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 470
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 333
Road accident cautions ............ 77
PR
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.