TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2019 Owners Manual (in English)

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*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a mal function in
a system if a light does not come on, or turn off. Have the veh icle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
*3: This light turns on when the system is off.
*4: This light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*5: These indicators will illuminate in the following situations t o indicate that
the system initial check is being performed:
• When the BSM function or RCTA function is enabled and the powe r
switch is turned to ON mode.
• When the power switch is ON mode and the BSM function is enabl ed.
• When the power switch is ON mode and the RCTA function is enab led.
(At this time, a buzzer will also sound).
The indicators will turn off after a few seconds. If the indicators do not
illuminate or turn off, or if a buzzer does not sound when the RCTA func-
tion is enabled, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the veh icle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*6: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*7: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*8: When the outside temperature is approximately 37°F (3°C) or lo wer, this
indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on .
WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning lights not
come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these sys-
tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, whic h could result
in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.

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The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.
Hybrid System Indicator
Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (P. 94)
Shift position (P. 1 9 9 )
Outside temperature
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40 °C) to
122°F (50°C). Low outside temperat ure indicator comes on when the
ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or lower.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data ( P. 96)
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction ( P. 462)
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Odometer and trip meter P. 1 1 1 )
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Gauges and meters
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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
The brightness of some of the interior lights will be changed w hen the
brightness of the instrument panel lights is adjusted. (→P. 346 )
Darker
Brighter
• The brightness of the instrument
panel lights can be adjusted
individually for day mode and
night mode
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• If the brightness is adjusted when the surroundings are
bright and the tail lights are on
(day mode brightness adjust-
ment), the brightness level of
night mode will be adjusted at
the same time.
*: Day mode and night mode: P. 9 4
Instrument panel light control
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■The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Brightness of the meters (day mode and night mode)
●The brightness of the meters is changed between day mode and ni ght
mode.
• Day mode: When the tail lights are off or when the tail lights are on but
the surrounding area is bright
• Night mode: When the tail lights are on and the surrounding ar ea is dark
● When in night mode, the brightness will be reduced slightly unless the
meters are set to the maximum brightness level.
■ Hybrid System Indicator
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving range is being exceeded (dur ing full
power driving etc.)
● By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-frien dly driving
can be achieved.
● Charge area indicates “regeneration”
* status. Regenerated energy will be
used to charge the battery.
*: When used in this manual, “regeneration” refers to the convers ion of
energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical e nergy.
The Hybrid System Indicator will not operate in the following s ituations:
● The “READY” indicator is not illuminated.
● The shift lever is in any position other than D. Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is
not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in
an Eco-friendly manner.
Power area
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■Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in ord er to help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may dif fer even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
■ Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature ma y not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change:
● When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 16 mph [25 km/h])
● When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entra nce/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
● When “ ” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components
The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P. 491)

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The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driv-
ing-related data, such as the cur rent outside temperature. The multi-
information display can also be used to change the display sett ings
and other settings.
Indicators ( P. 86)
Driving assist system status display area
Displays the operational status of the following systems:
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ( P. 258)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ( P. 247)
Speed limit display (vehicles with a navigation system) (U.S.A.
only)
Speedometer
The speedometer display can be enabled/disabled in on the mult i-
information display. ( P. 105)
When is selected, the speedometer may be displayed in the content
display area.
Content display area
A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu i con. Addi-
tionally, warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displays will be displayed in
some situations. • Menu icon content ( P. 98)
• Suggestion function ( P. 112)
• Warning message ( P. 462)
Multi-infor mation display
Summary of functions
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Odometer/trip meter (P. 111 )
Shift position ( P. 1 9 9 )
Outside temperature ( P. 9 2 )
Menu icons ( P. 98)
“ODO/TRIP” switch ( P. 9 7 )
Meter control switches ( P. 97)
◆Using the content display area
The content display area is operated using the meter control
switches.
Scroll screens
*, change the
displayed content
* and move
the cursor
Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset/Dis-
play the next screen
Return to the previous
screen
Pressing and holding the switch will display the first screen o f the
selected menu icon.
*: When the screen can be scrolled or different content can be di splayed,
a mark, such as an arrow, will be displayed to suggest which sw itch to
operate.
◆Using the odometer/trip meter
Items in this area are operated using the “ODO/TRIP” switch.
Press: Change displayed item
Each time the switch is pressed,
the displayed item will be
changed.
Press and hold: Reset
Display the desired trip meter
and press and hold the switch to
reset the trip meter.
Using the multi-information display
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Select a menu icon to display its content.
Driving information ( P. 100)
Select to display the following:
• Speedometer/driving range
• Fuel consumption
• Eco guide
Driving assist sys tem information
Select to perform the following:
Display the operational status of the following systems:
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ( P. 258)
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ( P. 247)
Display the following navigation system-linked information (if equipped):
• Route guidance
• Compass display (heading-up display)
Audio system-linked display
Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the multi-infor-
mation display using the meter control switches.
Vehicle information
Select to perform the following:
Display the following information: • Energy monitor ( P. 122)
• Tire inflation pressure ( P. 416)
Enable/Disable the following systems: • Parking assist (Intuitive parking assist) (if equipped) ( P. 286)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function ( P. 271)
• RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function ( P. 271)
These functions can also be enabled/disabled on .
Display the following information: • Tachometer
Settings display ( P. 105)
Select to change the meter display settings and other settings.
Menu icons

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Warning message display (P. 462)
Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a mal-
function is detected.

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■Speedometer/driving range• Speedometer
• Driving range Displays the driving rang e with remaining fuel.
When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may
not be updated.
When refueling, turn the power switch off. If the vehicle is re fueled with-
out turning the power switch off, the display may not be update d.
This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As
a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ fro m that dis-
played.
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Fuel consumption
Current fuel consumption
Displays the instantaneous cur-
rent fuel consumption.
Average fuel economy (after
start)
Displays the average fuel con-
sumption since hybrid system
start.
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Driving range
Displays the driving range with remaining fuel.*2, 3
Driving information ( )
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