2017 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID sport mode

882. Instrument cluster
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( →P. 184) EV drive mode indicator
(
→P. 178)
Headlight indicator
( →P. 186) Eco drive mode indicator
(
→P. 259)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( →P. 186) Sport mode indicator
(
→P. 259)
“READY” indicator
( →P. 172)
*2Automatic high beam
indicator ( →P. 189)
EV indicator ( →P. 7 2 )
*1, 3 Slip indicator ( →P. 262)
*4Security indicator
(→P. 79, 81)*1VSC OFF indicator
(→P. 263)
*2, 5Cruise control indicator
(→P. 246)*1, 2, 6PCS warning light
(→P. 209)
*2, 5Dynamic radar cruise
control indicator
(→P. 233)*2, 5LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering con-
trol) indicator
(→P. 222)
*5Cruise control “SET”
indicator ( →P. 233, 246)*1, 4“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indi-
cator (→P. 48)AIR BAG

922. Instrument cluster
■The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ The brightness of the in strument panel lights
● When the headlight switch is turned to on, the brightness will be reduced
slightly unless the control knob is turned fully clockwise.
● When the knob is turned fully clockwise, the display audio/navigation sys-
tem screen will always be in day mode regardless of the headlight switch
position.
■ Hybrid System Indicator
●Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other than
the sport mode.
● By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving
can be achieved.
● Charge area indicates regeneration
* status. Regenerated energy will be
used to charge the battery.
*: When used in this manual, “regeneration” refers to the conversion of
energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
■ Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is
not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in
an Eco-friendly manner.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)
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2594-5. Using the driving support systems
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DrivingEV drive mode →P. 1 7 8
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achi eve low fuel consumption during
trips that involve frequent accelerating.
When the “ECO” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on
in the instrument cluster and message is shown on the multi-information
display. To turn off Eco drive mode, press the “ECO” switch again.
Sport mode
Assists acceleration response by controlling the hybrid system.
Suitable for when precise handling is desirable, for example when
driving on mountain roads.
When the “SPORT” switch is pressed, the “SPORT” indicator comes on in
the instrument cluster. To turn off the sport mode, press the “SPORT”
switch again.
Driving mode select switch
The driving modes can be selected to suit driving condition.
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2604-5. Using the driving support systems
■Operation of the air conditio ning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency ( →P. 274). To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■ Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the power switch is turned off after
driving in sport mode.

487Alphabetical index
Shift lever ................................. 180Hybrid transmission .............. 180
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P .... 182
Shift lock system ..................... 182
Side airbags ............................... 37
Side marker lights ................... 186 Light switch ........................... 186
Replacing light bulbs............. 387
Side mirrors ............................. 145 Adjusting and folding ............ 145
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ...... 250
Linked mirror function when reversing ................... 146
Mirror position memory ......... 133
Side turn signal lights ............. 184 Replacing light bulbs............. 387
Turn signal lever ................... 184
Smart key system .................... 121 Antenna location ................... 121
Entry functions .............. 110, 116
Starting the hybrid system .... 172
Snow tires ................................ 271 Spare tire .................................. 408
Inflation pressure .................. 443
Storage location.................... 409
Spark plug ................................ 441
Specifications .......................... 436
Speedometer.............................. 90
Sport mode .............................. 259
Steering lock ............................ 175 Column lock release ............. 175
Steering wheel ......................... 141
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 387
Storage feature ........................ 289
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 433
Sun shade
Rear ...................................... 304
Roof ...................................... 152
Sun visors ................................ 299