2022 TOYOTA AVALON ABS

4587-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(Flashes or
illuminates)
PCS warning light
When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Col-
lision System).
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily
unavailable, corrective action may be necessary.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. (P. 226, 465)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illu-
minate.
 P. 242
(If equipped)
(Flashes)
ICS OFF indicator
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the Intelligent Clearance Sonar
system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possi-
bly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
 Clear the dirt, etc.
Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or
• The ABS
The light will flash when the VSC or TRAC
system is oper-
ating.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Low fuel level warning light
For 2WD models
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.2 gal. (8.3
L, 1.6 Imp. gal.)
*3
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.4 gal. (9.1
L, 2.0 Imp. gal.)
For AWD models
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.2 gal. (8.2
L, 1.8 Imp. gal.)
 Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

4627-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braki ng, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
■ When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steerin g is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is
lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extre mely
heavy. When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the
steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usua l.
■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inf lation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Chec k the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires dete riorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

4677-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■ System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along wit h a message
shown on the multi-information display.
● Malfunction in the ABS
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P. 456)
● Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
The tire pressure warning light comes on. ( P. 459)
● Remaining fuel level is low
The low fuel level warning light comes on. ( P. 458)
■ If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is disp layed
● If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction .
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your T oyota dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-
ual”
● If the following message is shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”
● If “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
displayed, follow the instructions accordingly. ( P. 492)
■ If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without t urning the
engine switch off with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■ If “Auto Power Off to Con serve Battery” is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed s lightly and
maintain that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.

4807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically
designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire
on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spa re tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be co rrectly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
Also, not only can the following systems not be utilized fully, but they may
actually negatively affect the drive-train components:
• Dynamic Torque Control AWD system
*
*:If equipped
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a com pact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high spee ds. Fail-
ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all t he tools and jack are securely i n place in
their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal in jury during a
collision or sudden braking.
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
• TRAC
• EPS
• AHB (Automatic High Beam)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• Tire pressure warning system
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
•Intuitive parking assist*
•Intelligent Clearance Sonar
(ICS)
*
•Rear view monitor system*
• Toyota parking assist monitor
•Panoramic view monitor*
•Navigation system*

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For owners
AVERTISSEMENT
■Détérioration et usure des ceintures de sécurité
Inspectez le système de ceintures de sécurité régulièrement. Co ntrôlez
l'absence de coupures, d'effilochages et de pièces desserrées. N'utilisez
pas une ceinture de sécurité endommagée avant qu'elle ne soit r emplacée.
Une ceinture de sécurité endommagée ne permet pas de protéger u n occu-
pant de blessures graves ou mortelles.

555Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 342Air conditioning filter ............. 433
Automatic air conditioning system ............ 342
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...... 328
Warning light ......................... 456
Adaptive Variable Suspension System .............. 329
Air conditioning filter .............. 433
Air conditioning
system .................................... 342 Air conditioning filter ............. 433
Automatic air
conditioning system ............ 342
Airbags ....................................... 36
Airbag operating conditions .... 45
Airbag preca utions for
your child .............................. 39
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................... 42
Front passenger occupant
classification syst em............. 50
General airbag precautions .... 39
Locations of airbags................ 36
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 44
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 46
Side airbag precautions .......... 39 Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 46
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .............. 39
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ............... 540
SRS airbags ........................... 36
SRS warning light ................. 456
Alarm .......................................... 80
Ambient lights ......................... 354
Anchor brackets ........................ 60
Antennas
(smart key system) ............... 137
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................... 328
Warning light......................... 456
Approach warning ................... 272
Armrest..................................... 375
Assist grips .............................. 375
Audio Plus
*
Audio/visual system*
Automatic air conditioning system ............. 342 Air conditioning filter ............. 433
Automatic High Beam ............. 208
Automatic light control system.................................... 204
Automatic transmission ......... 191 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 195
Paddle shift switches ............ 193
S mode ................................. 192
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 359
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

570Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersApproach warning ................. 272
Brake system ....... ................. 455
Downshifting ......................... 194
Electric power steering
system ......... ....................... 457
Intuitive parking assist .......... 298
Lane departure alert
function ............................... 248
Light reminder ....................... 207
Open door ............................. 131
Open hood ............................ 401
Open moon roof .................... 168
Open trunk ............................ 134
Parking brake........................ 457
Pre-collision warning............. 228
Seat belt reminder ................ 459
Vehicle sway warning ........... 250 Warning lights ........................... 85
ABS ...................................... 456
Brake hold operated indicator.............................. 457
Brake Override System ........ 456
Brake system ....... ................. 455
Charging system................... 455
Drive-Start Control ................ 456
Driver’s seat belt reminder ............................. 459
Electric power steering ......... 457
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ...................... 459
High coolant temperature ..... 455
ICS OFF indicator ................. 458
Low engine oil pressure........ 455
Low fuel level ........................ 458
LTA indicator ........................ 457
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 456
Master warning light ............. 459
Parking brake indicator ......... 457
PCS warning light ................. 458
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light ..................... 459
Seat belt reminder light......... 459
Slip indicator ......................... 458
SRS ...................................... 456
Tire pressure ........................ 459
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