cruise control TOYOTA AVALON 2009 XX30 / 3.G Owners Manual

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2-3. Operating the lights andwindshield wipers ........... 149
Headlight switch .................. 149
Fog light switch ................... 152
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 153
2-4. Using other drivin g
systems ........................... 158
Cruise control ...................... 158
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 161
Driving assist systems ........ 174
2-5. Driving information ........... 177 Cargo and luggage ............. 177
Vehicle load limits ............... 180
Winter driving tips ............... 181
Trailer towing ...................... 186
Dinghy towing ..................... 187
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system a nd defogger...... 190
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 190
Using the steering wheel climate control switches .... 198
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 200 3-2. Using the audio system ... 202
Audio system type .............. 202
Audio cover ........................ 204
Using the radio ................... 205
Using the CD player ........... 212
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 220
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 228
Using the AUX adapter....... 230
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 231
3-3. Using the ha nds-free
system (for cellular
phone) ............................. 234
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........... 234
Using the hands-free system .............................. 237
Making a phone call ........... 245
Setting a cellular phone ...... 250
Security and system setup ................................ 255
Using the phone book ........ 258
3-4. Using the interior lights ... 266 Interior lights list ................. 266
3-5. Using the storage
features ........................... 269
List of storage features ....... 269
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Audio remote control switches P. 231
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart key
system)
P. 131
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
A
B
Telephone switch P. 238
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart key system)
P. 127
Climate remote control
switches
P. 198
Talk switch* P. 238
Distance switch P. 165
Cruise control switch P. 158, 161

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could
affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multiport fuel injection system, electronic throttle control system, cruise
control system, dynamic laser cruise control system, vehicle stability control
system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-
tions regarding installation.
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo-
nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con-
trol batteries.

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2-1. Driving procedures ........ 118Driving the vehicle............ 118
Engine (ignition) switch (with smart key
system) .......................... 127
Engine (ignition) switch (without smart key
system) .......................... 131
Automatic transmission .... 134
Turn signal lever .............. 138
Parking brake ................... 139
Horn ................................. 140 2-2. Instrument cluster.......... 141
Gauges and meters ......... 141
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 144
Center display .................. 147
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ........ 149
Headlight switch ............... 149
Fog light switch ................ 152
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 153
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................ 158
Cruise control ................... 158
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................ 161
Driving assist systems ..... 174
2-5. Driving information ........ 177 Cargo and luggage .......... 177
Vehicle load limits ............ 180
Winter driving tips ............ 181
Trailer towing ................... 186
Dinghy towing .................. 187

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Down shifting restrictions wa rning buzzer (in the “S” mode)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)
■ When driving with the cruise contro l system (or dynamic laser cruise
control system)
The engine brake will not operate in the “S” mode, even when downshifting
to “5” or “4”. ( P. 158, 161)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P”
 P. 408
■ If the “S” indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever
to “S” mode driving position
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in “D”.)
■ AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the optimal position according
to the driver’s input and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the “D” posi-
tion. (Shifting the shift lever to the “S” mode driving position cancels the func-
tion.)

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Odometer and trip meter display buttonVehicles with smart key system
Pressing this button switches am ong odometer and trip meter when
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
Pressing this button switches am ong odometer and trip meter when
the engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Odometer
Trip meter A
Trip meter B
Pushing and holding the button
will reset the trip meter.
Odometer/Trip meter displayOdometer
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter
was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and dis-
play different distances independently.
Dynamic laser cruise control display
P. 161
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.

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Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 138)Cruise control indicator
(P. 158)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 150)Cruise control indicator
(P. 158, 161)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(P. 149)
(if equipped)
Ready mode indicator
(P. 161)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 149)
(if equipped)
Conventional cruise
indicator ( P. 161)
Security indicator
(P. 78, 80)Slip indicator ( P. 174)
Shift position and shift
range indicators
(P. 134)
SRS airbag on-off
indicator ( P. 97)
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2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the
accelerator.
Indicator
Cruise control switch
■ Set the vehicle speed
Press the “ON-OFF” button to
operate the cruise control.
Push the button once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to
the desired speed and press
the lever down to set the
cruise control speed.
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■Cruise control can be set when
● The shift lever is in the “D” or “4”, “5”, or “6” range of “S” mode.
● Vehicle speed is between approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) and 125 mph
(200 km/h).
■ Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes.
■ Adjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set
speed (approximately 1.0 mph
[1.6 km/h]) can be made by
lightly pressing the lever up or
down and releasing it.
■Canceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Pull the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The setting is also canceled
when the brake pedal is
depressed.
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push
the lever up.

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■Automatic cruise control cancelation
The set speed is automatically canceled in any of the following situations.
● Actual vehicle speed falls more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset
vehicle speed
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h)
● VSC is activated
■ If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Turn the “ON-OFF” button off once, and then reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Keep the “ON-OFF” button off when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause seri-
ous or fatal accident.
● In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● On winding roads