2022 TOYOTA AVALON Owners Manual

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■The wireless charger can be operated when
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■ Portable devices that can be charged
●Portable devices compatible with the Qi wireless charging stand ard can be
charged by the wireless charger. However, compatibility with all devices
which meet the Qi wireless charging standard is not guaranteed.
● The wireless charger is designed to supply low power electricit y (5 W or
less) to a cellular phone, smartphone, or other portable device .
■ If a cover or accessory is attach ed to the portable device
Do not charge a portable device if a cover or accessory which i s not Qi com-
patible is attached. Depending on the type of cover and/or acce ssory
attached, it may not be possible to charge the portable device. If the portable
device is placed on the charging area and does not charge, remo ve the cover
and/or accessories.
■ If interference is heard in AM ra dio broadcasts while charging
Turn off the wireless charger and check if the noise is reduced. If noise is
reduced, press and hold the power supply switch of the wireless charger for 2
seconds. The frequency of the wireless charger is changed and n oise may be
reduced. When the frequency is changed, the operation indicator light will
blink (orange) 2 times.
■ Charging precautions
●If the electronic key cannot be detected in the cabin, charging cannot be
performed. When a door is opened and closed, charging may be te mporarily
suspended.
● While charging, the wireless charger and the portable device wi ll become
warm. This is not a malfunction.
If a portable device becomes warm while charging and charging stops due
to the protection function of the portable device, wait until the portable
device cools down and charge it again.
■ Sound generated during operation
When the power supply switch is turned on or while a portable d evice is being
identified, operation sounds may be heard. This is not a malfunction.
■ Cleaning the wireless charger
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■Certification for the wireless charger

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WARNING
■Caution while driving
When charging a portable device while driving, for safety reasons, the driver
should not operate the portable device.
■ Caution regarding interfer ence with electronic devices
People with implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization
therapy pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators, as well as
any other electrical medical device, should consult their physi cian about the
usage of the wireless charger.
Operations of the wireless charger may have an affect on medical devices.
■ To prevent damage or burns
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the possibility of fire, equipment failure or
damage, or burns due to heat.
● Do not put any metallic objects between the charging area and the porta-
ble device while charging.
● Do not attach metallic objects, such as aluminum stickers, to t he charging
area.
● Do not cover the wireless charger with a cloth or other object while
charging.
● Do not attempt to charge portable devices which are not compati ble with
the Qi wireless charging standard.
● Do not disassemble, modify or remove the wireless charger.
● Do not apply force or impact to the wireless charger.

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NOTICE
■Conditions in which the wireless charger may not operate correctly
In the following situations, the wireless charger may not operate correctly:
● When a portable device is fully charged
● When there is a foreign object between the charging area and portable
device
● When a portable device becomes hot while charging
● When a portable device is placed on the wireless area with its charging
surface facing up
● When a portable device is not centered on the charging area
● When the vehicle is near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station,
radio station, large display, airport or other facility that ge nerates strong
radio waves or electrical noise
● When the portable device is in contact with, or is covered by a ny of the fol-
lowing metallic objects:
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Metal hand warmers
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When wireless keys (that emit radio waves) other than those of your vehi-
cle are being used nearby.
If in situations other than above the wireless charger does not operate prop-
erly or the operation indicator light is blinking, the wireless charger may be
malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota dealer.
■ To prevent failure or damage to data
● Do not bring magnetic cards, such as a credit card, or magnetic recording
media, close to the wireless charger while charging. Otherwise, data may
be erased due to the influence of magnetism.
Additionally, do not bring precision instruments such as wrist watches,
close to the wireless charger, as such objects may malfunction.
● Do not leave portable devices in the cabin. The temperature ins ide the
cabin may become high when parked in the sun, and cause damage to the
device.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the wireless charger for a long period of time with the engine
stopped.

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Fold down the armrest for use.
An assist grip installed on the ceil-
ing can be used to support your
body while sitting on the seat.
Armrest
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the armrest, do not apply too much load on the arm-
rest.
Assist grips
WARNING
Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from
your seat.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the assist grip, do not put a heavy load on the assist
grip.

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Coat hooks are provided on the
rear assist grips.
Coat hooks
WARNING
Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or sharp objects on the hook. If the
SRS curtain shield airbags deploy, these items may become projectiles,
causing death or serious injury.