2022 TOYOTA AVALON mirror

2794-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;
● The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function
Assists the driver in making a decision when changing lanes
● The RCTA (Rear Cross T raffic Alert) function
Assists the driver when backing up
These functions use same sensors.
Multi-information display
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. ( P. 280)
Outside rear view mirror indicators
BSM function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror
indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the out-
side rear view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal l ever is oper-
ated.
RCTA function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the v ehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
“BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator
When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illumi-
nates.
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor
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Audio system screen (RCTA function only)
If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is
detected, the RCTA icon ( P. 287) for the detected side will be displayed.
RCTA
buzzer (RCTA function only)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the v ehicle is
detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.
Press / of the meter control switches, select .
Press
/ of the meter control sw itched, select or .
Press of the meter control switch.
Each time is pressed, t he function changes on/off.
■The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indica tor may be dif-
ficult to see.
■ RCTA buzzer hearing
RCTA function may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as high audio
volume.
■ When “Blind Spot Monitor Unava ilable” or “Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Unavailable” are shown on the multi-information display
Ice, snow, mud, etc., may be attached to the rear bumper around the sensors.
( P. 282)
The system should return to normal operation after removing the ice, snow,
mud, etc., from the rear bumper. Additionally, the sensors may not operate
normally when driving in extremely hot or cold environments.
■ When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, a
warning message will be displayed:
● There is a malfunction with the sensors
● The sensors have become dirty
● The outside temperature is extremely high or low
● The sensor voltage has become abnormal
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off
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Driving
The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles that are trav-
eling in an adjacent lane in the area that is usually not reflected in the
outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driv er of the
vehicles existence vi a the outside rear vie w mirror indicator.
The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of the detection area is: Approximately 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) to 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from either s ide of
the vehicle
The area between the side of the vehicle and 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the side
of the vehicle cannot be detected.
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) f orward of the rear bumper
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from the rear bumper
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) to 19 7 ft. (60 m) from the rear bumper
The greater the difference in speed between your vehicle and th e
detected vehicle is, the farther away the vehicle will be detec ted,
causing the outsi de rear view mirror indicator to illuminate or flash.
BSM function
BSM function detection areas
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●Instances of the BSM function unnecessarily detecting a vehicle and/or
object may increase under the following conditions:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the se nsor or its
surrounding area
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail,
wall, etc.
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a following
vehicle
• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes ac ross from
your vehicle enters the detection area
• When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven
surfaces
• When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehi-
cle
The RCTA functions when your vehicle is in reverse. It can dete ct
other vehicles approaching from the right or left rear of the v ehicle. It
uses radar sensors to alert the driver of the other vehicle’s existence
through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators and so unding
a buzzer.
RCTA function
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5Interior features
5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 342
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 349
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 352
• Interior light ................... 353
• Personal lights .............. 353
• Ambient lights ............... 354
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 355
• Glove box...................... 356
• Console box .................. 356
• Bottle holders ................ 357
• Cup holders .................. 358
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 359
• Open tray ...................... 360
Trunk features ................... 361 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 362
• Sun visors ..................... 362
• Vanity mirrors................ 362
• Power outlet .................. 363
• USB charging ports....... 364
• Wireless charger ........... 366
• Armrest ......................... 375
• Assist grips ................... 375
• Coat hooks.................... 376
Garage door opener.......... 377

3445-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recir-
culated air mode (indicator on) each time is pressed.
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Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Press .
The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if
the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically .)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the ai r flow and
temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshiel d
is defogged.
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Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain -
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of tim e.
Other functions

3485-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weathe r.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rea r view mirror
defoggers are on.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessa ry when the
engine is stopped.
■ When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system
Have repair/replacement performed by your Toyota dealer.
When a part of the air conditioning system, such as the evapora tor, is to be
replaced, it must be replaced with a new one.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

3625-4. Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position,
then slide it backward.
Open the cover to use.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
If the vanity lights remain on for 20 minutes while the engine is off, the lights
will turn off automatically.
Other interior features
Sun visors
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Vanity mirrors