2017 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID fuel pressure

17Pictorial index
Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 193
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269
Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 327
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 198
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 198
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 438
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 356
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 443
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . P. 356
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 408
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 439
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 429
Headlights/side marker lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 186
Front turn signal/parking lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 184
Stop/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 186
Rear turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 184
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 180
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 186
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Light bulbs of the exter ior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 378, Wattages: P. 444)
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872. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi- cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in
a system if a light does not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: If equipped
*3: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*4: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
Warning lights
*1Brake system warning
light ( →P. 398)*1
Slip indicator ( →P. 399)
*1Charging system warn-
ing light (→P. 398)*1Brake system warning
light (→P. 401)
*1Malfunction indicator
lamp ( →P. 398)Open door warning light
(→P. 401)
*1SRS warning light
(→P. 399)Low fuel level warning
light ( →P. 401)
*1ABS warning light
(→P. 399)Seat belt reminder light
(→P. 401)
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(→P. 399)*1Master warning light
(→P. 401)
*1Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( →P. 398)*1Tire pressure warning
light ( →P. 401)
*1, 2, 3PCS warning light
(→P. 400)*2, 4LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering con-
trol) indicator
(→P. 400)

942. Instrument cluster
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driv-
ing-related data.
● Trip information ( →P. 9 5 )
Displays the following items: • Distance to empty
• Average fuel economy
• Current fuel economy
• Turn-by-turn navigation (vehicles with a navigation
system)
● Settings ( →P. 9 6 )
● Energy Flow ( →P. 100)
● Warning messages and reminder messages ( →P. 407)
● Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the
vehicle’s systems or when a remi nder message is required. The
display returns to the previous screen by pressing the “DISP” but-
ton. ( →P. 9 5 )
● Cruise control display (if equipped) ( →P. 246)
● Dynamic radar cruise control display (if equipped) ( →P. 233)
● LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) display (if
equipped) ( →P. 222)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System ) display (if equipped) (→P. 209)
● Tachometer ( →P. 181)
● Tire pressure warning system display ( →P. 357)
Multi-information display
Display contents

2674-6. Driving tips
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Driving
◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoi ding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the br akes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehi cle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire infl ation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause larg e amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appro-
priate for the season.

2805-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Operation of the air conditio ning system in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to pri-
oritize fuel efficiency:
● When the outside temperature exceeds 68°F (20°C), the air conditioning
system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also
reduce fuel consumption.
● It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
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●Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cool-
ing capacity
● Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
● Adjust the fan speed
● Turn off Eco drive mode
■ Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after is touched.
■ Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-
shield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Windshield fog detection function
When automatic mode is set, the humidity sensor ( →P. 282) detects fog on
the windshield and controls the air conditioning system to prevent fog.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in
preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling oper-
ation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior
effectively.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting, outside temperature, pressure, engine coolant tem-
perature or inside temperature.

3266-1. Maintenance and care
●Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the fron\
t of
the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
■ When using a car wash
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the ef\
fective
range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the fol-
lowing correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
●Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle
while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not
stolen.)
● Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart key sys-
tem. ( →P. 125)
Cleaning and prot ecting the vehicle
exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition:

3666-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge
Remove the tire valve cap.
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.
Read the pressure usi ng the gauge gradations.
If the tire inflation pressure is not at the recommended level, adjust
the pressure.
If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to deflate.
After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and
adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.
Put the tire valve cap back on.
■Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least once
a month.
Do not forget to check the spare.
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
●Reduced fuel economy
●Reduced driving comfort and poor handling
●Reduced tire life due to wear
●Reduced safety
●Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
Inspection and adjustment procedure
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4017-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Brake system warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronically controlled brake system; or
• The regenerative braking system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed
→ Check that all the doors and the trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 2.6 gal. (9.7 L,
2.1 Imp. gal.) or less
→ Refuel the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*3
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts
→ Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) off.
Master warning light A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.
→ P. 407
Tire pressure warning light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
• Natural causes ( →P. 403)
• Flat tire ( →P. 408)
→ Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified
level.
The light will turn off af ter a few minutes. In case
the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation
pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by
your Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
→ Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
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