OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
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The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has two functions:
• The Blind Spot Monitor function (assists the driver in making the decision when
changing lanes)
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function (assists the driver when backing up)
The system is designed to use radar sensors to detect vehicles traveling in the
Avalon’s blind spot and advises the driver of the vehicles’ presence via the outside
rear view mirror indicator.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this \
system before
attempting to use it.
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
(if equipped)
The “POWER” switch must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for use.
Center console (Accessible from rear seat)
FRONT CONTROL PANEL
Type A
Type B Temperature selector
(driver side)
Temperature selector
(driver side)Windshield airflow/defogger
Windshield airflow/defogger Outside rearview mirror/
Rear defogger
Outside rearview mirror/
Rear defoggerTemperature selector
(passenger side)
Temperature selector
(passenger side)
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Climate control OFF
Fan speed Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
“SYNC” button
Indicator ON: Synchronized
temperature settings for driver,
passengers and rear seat (if
equipped).
Indicator OFF: Separate
temperature settings for driver
and passengers.
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging. Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents,
air intake and fan to adjust
automatically.
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Climate control OFF
Fan speed Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
“SYNC” button
Indicator ON: Synchronized
temperature settings for driver,
passengers and rear seat (if
equipped).
Indicator OFF: Separate
temperature settings for driver
and passengers.
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging. Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents,
air intake and fan to adjust
automatically.
Power outlets - 12V DC
Air conditioning/heating
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