2020 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID brake

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INDEX
Engine maintenance 8
Fuel tank door release & cap 7
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Instrument Panel Light Control 8
Keyless entry
1,2 6
Smart Key system1,2 7
1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructio\
ns and more information.3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS FEATURES & OPERATIONS (continued)
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Air conditioning/heating
18
Audio 20
Auto lock/unlock
2 10
Bird’s Eye View Camera
with Perimeter Scan function 25
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (BSM w/RCTA) 24
Clock 23
Cup holders 25
Door locks 23
Driving mode select 11
Electric parking brake 12
EV drive mode 11
Garage door opener (HomeLink
®)3 15
Head-up display 16
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 9
Hybrid transmission 10
Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear
Cross Traffic Braking (ICS w/RCTB) 26-27
Lights
1 & turn signals 17
Moonroof 14
Multi-Information Display (MID)
2 16
Power outlets-12V DC 21
Qi Wireless charger 21
Rear view monitor system 24
Seat adjustments-Front 15
Seat folding-Rear 15
Seat heaters/ventilators 19
Seats-Head restraints 14
Steering lock release 13Steering wheel switches &
telephone controls (Bluetooth
®) 22
Steering wheel-Heater 17
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel 13
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/
TRAC OFF Switch 26
USB charge-ports 19
USB media/AUX port 20
Windows-Power 14
Windshield wipers & washers 23
Floor mat installation 44
Rear door child safety locks 39
Safety Connect 39
Seat belts 40
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 40
Spare tire & tools 41
Star Safety System
™ 43-44
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(warning) System (TPMS) 42
Trunk-Internal release 42
BLUETOOTH® DEVICE
PAIRING SECTION 46-48
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE™ P (TSS-P)
Automatic High Beams (AHB) 38
Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar
Cruise Control (DRCC) 35-37
Lane Departure Alert with
Steering Assist (LDA w/SA) 31-34
Pre-Collision System with
Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD) 29-31
Quick overview-
Toyota Safety Sense
™ P (TSS-P) 28
Sensors 28
OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
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If equipped.2 For details, refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual” or visit
www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia for additional resources.
Emergency flasher switch
Audio system
1,2/
Navigation system1,2
Air conditioning/heating controls
ECO mode switchNORMAL mode switchSPORT mode switch
Brake HOLD switch EV MODE switch

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OVERVIEWInstrument cluster
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, \
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Manual.
Airbag SRS warning1
Arrow direction indicates fuel
tank door position
Auto Glide Control (AGC)
indicator
Automatic High Beam (AHB)
indicator
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
warning1
“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indicator1
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) indicator
Brake hold operated indicator1,2
BSM w/Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) Indicator
BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators
Brake hold standby indicator1
Brake Overrride System/Drive-Start
Control/Intelligent Clearance Sonar
(ICS)
4 warning
Brake system warning (yellow)1
Brake system warning (red)1
Charging system warning
Indicator symbols
Hybrid System Indicator Speedometer
Multi-Information Display
Engine coolant temperature gauge Outside temperature display Odometer and trip meter display
Shift position and shift range display Fuel gauge
Service indicators and reminders

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Open door warning
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Master warning1,2
Electric power steering system
warning1 (red/yellow)
“ECO MODE” indicator
EV drive mode indicator
EV indicator
Low engine oil pressure warning
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Low fuel level warning
Pre-Collision System (PCS)
warning1,2
“READY” indicator
Turn signal indicator
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
OFF indicator1
Security indicator
SPORT mode indicator
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist
Control indicator1,3
Constant speed cruise control
indicator/Constant speed
cruise control SET indicator
Full-Speed Dynamic Radar
Cruise Control (DRCC)
indicator/DRCC SET indicator
Headlight low/high beam
indicators
High coolant temperature warning
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS)
OFF indicator1,2,4
Intuitive parking assist indicator4
Low outside temperature indicator Parking brake indicator
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder indicatorDriver’s and front passenger’s seat belt
reminder (alarm will sound if speed is
over 12 mph)
Smart Key system indicator
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
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If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the \
Hybrid System, there may be a
malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2 If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner\
’s Manual.3 If the indicator flashes, it indicates that the system is operating.4 If equipped.
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with
steering assist indicator
(white/green/amber
3)

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Smart Key system
Fuel tank door release & cap
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch wi\
ll change the
operation mode in succession from:
NOTE: The Smart Key must be carried to enable the start function. With the
Park position selected and the brake pedal depressed, push the “POWER”
switch.
Off - All systems OFF. Emergency flashers can be used.
Accessory – Some electrical components can be used.
On - All electrical components can be used.
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
START FUNCTION
POWER (WITHOUT STARTING HYBRID SYSTEM)
NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not locked or
tightened, Check engine “
”
indicator may illuminate.
Turn to open
Close
Store

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline \
engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power fo\
r the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking for\
ce
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In add\
ition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fu\
el economy,
reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display (MID) and/or Audio Multimedia System
screen.
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner\
’s Manual.
2. Link trips to reduce engine cold starts whenever possible.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on\
the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking en\
ergy.
5. Minimize use of the air conditioning.
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
(1) Put the selector lever in “P.”
(2) Depress the brake pedal, and messages will be displayed on the Multi-
Information Display.
(3) Press the “POWER” switch briefly and firmly.
(4) The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains steady and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
STARTING THE HYBRID SYSTEM

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Electric parking brake
Driver sideAutomatic modeManual mode (Brake HOLD switch)
Parking brake lightStandby indicatorOperated indicator
Automatic (shift lever operation)
Brake hold
ManualTo turn automatic mode ON, while vehicle is stopped, pull and hold switc\
h until
“EPB Shift Interlock Function Activated” displays in Multi-Information Display (MID).
While depressing brake, shifting into P position will automatically set \
the brake
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To rele\
ase brake,
depress brake and shift out of P. The indicator light and the light on t\
he switch turn
off.
To turn automatic mode OFF, push and hold parking brake switch until “\
EPB Shift
Interlock Function Deactivated” displays on the MID.
While vehicle is stopped and brake pedal is depressed, pull to set parki\
ng brake
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To rele\
ase, press
the brake pedal and push switch. The indicator light turns off.
The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in\
D, S or N
with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the ve\
hicle.
The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed wi\
th the
shift lever in D or S to allow smooth start off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Parking brake light
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
The VSC OFF switch can be used to help free a stuck vehicle in surroundi\
ngs like
mud, dirt or snow. While the vehicle is stopped, press switch to disable\
the TRAC
system.
To disable both VSC and TRAC systems, press and hold the switch for at l\
east 3
seconds.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/
TRAC OFF switch
When parking, this available system scans for stationary objects, like w\
alls or
lampposts. Should the system anticipate a collision, it will emit an aud\
ible and
visible alert, reduce engine or motor output, and automatically apply th\
e brakes
if needed. If your vehicle is equipped with ICS, the RCTA system will al\
so have a
braking function that may apply the vehicle’s brakes if the system de\
tects crossing
vehicles while the Avalon HV is backing up.
Note: Use “” or “” and “” of the meter control switches to select
and in the Multi-Information Display (MID) to change settings. The
system will continue in the last state it was in (ON or OFF) when the engine is
started again.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this system.
CHANGE SETTINGS
Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Cross
Traffic Braking (ICS w/RCTB)
(if equipped)