heating TOYOTA AVALON 2011 XX30 / 3.G Owners Manual

145 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
AVALON_U (OM41428U)
CAUTION
■Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz-
ard.
●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
●The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be
sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer.
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
■When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off.
Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift lever or press the accelera-
tor pedal, which could cause an accident or fire due to abnormal engine
overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area,
exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to death or a seri-
ous health hazard.

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AVALON_U (OM41428U)
Parking brake
■Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (P. 207)
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
Sets the parking brake*
(Depressing the pedal again
releases the parking brake.)
*: Fully depress the parking
brake pedal with your left
foot while depressing the
brake pedal with your right
foot.CanadaU.S.A.

166 2-2. Instrument cluster
AVALON_U (OM41428U)
Instrument panel light control
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
●The engine may be overheating if the temperature gauge is in the red
zone (“H”). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 500)

352 3-7. Other interior features
AVALON_U (OM41428U)
■The seat heaters and ventilators can be used when
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater/ventilator damage
Do not put heavy objects on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (nee-
dles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

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When trouble arises
501 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVALON_U (OM41428U)
■Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
Add coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if coolant is
unavailable. (P. 512)
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.

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Child restraint system
Definition ............................... 121
Installation ............................. 125
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages .........................126
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 128
Installing CRS with top
straps .................................. 132
Child safety
Airbag precautions ................108
Child-protectors ....................... 45
Child restraint system............120
How your child should wear
the seatbelt ...........................69
Installing child restraints ........ 125
Moon roof ................................86
Power window lock switch....... 80
Power window precautions .....82
Removed key battery
precautions .........................430
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 66
Seat belt precautions ..............70
Seat heater precautions ........ 352
Trunk .......................................52
Cleaning
Exterior .................................. 374
Interior ...................................377
Seat belts ..............................378
Climate control seat.................351
Clock ......................................... 347
Compass ...................................368
Condenser ................................401
Console box ............................. 339
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 500
Cruise control...........................182
Cup holders ..............................343
Curtain shield airbags ............. 101
Customizable features............. 532Daytime running light
system .................................... 174
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 225
Side mirror ............................ 225
Dimension ................................ 508
Dinghy towing .......................... 213
Display
Trip information ..................... 170
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 387
Door pocket .............................. 344
Doors
Door lock ........................... 26, 38
Rear door child-protector ........ 45
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 470
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 139
Correct posture ....................... 99
Procedures............................ 138
Winter driving tips ................. 207
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 493
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 458D
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Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ..... 467
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 493
If the engine will not start...... 489
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 491
If the battery is discharged .. 496
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 467
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 467
If you have a flat tire ............ 479
If you lose your keys............. 492
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 463
If your vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 503
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ................ 504
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 459
If your vehicle overheats ...... 500
Engine
Compartment........................ 394
Engine switch ............... 149, 153
Hood ..................................... 391
How to start the
engine ........................ 149, 153
Identification number ............ 509
If the engine will not start...... 489
Ignition switch ............... 149, 153
Overheating .......................... 500
Engine compartment cover .... 395
Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 512
Checking .............................. 400
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 207
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ..................................... 164
Engine immobilizer system ...... 91Engine oil
Capacity ................................510
Checking ...............................396
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................207
Event data recorder .................465
Floor mats.................................356
Fluid
Brake .....................................402
Washer ..................................408
Fog lights
Switch....................................176
Wattage .................................515
Foot light...................................334
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............114
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light.........................470
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................54
Driving position memory..........58
Front turn signal lights
Wattage .................................515
Fuel
Capacity ................................510
Fuel gauge ............................164
Fuel pump shut off system ....464
Gas station information .........564
Information ............................516
Refueling .................................87
Fuel door.....................................87
Fuel filler door ............................87
Fuel pump shut off system .....464
Fuses.........................................432
Garage door opener.................360
Gas station information...........564
Gauges ......................................164
Glove box..................................338
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Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance .. 387
General maintenance ........... 383
Maintenance data ................. 508
Maintenance requirements ... 380
Meter
Instrument panel light
control ................................ 166
Meters .................................. 164
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 75
Side mirror heater................. 225
Side mirrors ............................ 77
Vanity mirrors ....................... 346
Moon roof................................... 83
MP3 disc................................... 247
Multi-information display ....... 170
Noise from under vehicle ......... 18
Odometer ................................. 164
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 396
Opener
Fuel filler door......................... 87
Hood ..................................... 391
Trunk ...................................... 50
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjustment ............................. 77
Driving position memory ......... 58
Overhead console ................... 341
Overheating, Engine ............... 500
Parking brake .......................... 162
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 443
Switch ................................... 173
Wattage ................................ 515Personal light
Switch....................................336
Wattage .................................515
Power outlets ...........................349
Power windows ..........................80
Radiator ....................................401
Radio .........................................231
Rear seat
Adjustment ..............................56
Rear sunshade .........................354
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............443
Wattage .................................515
Rear view monitor system ......186
Rear window defogger ............225
Replacing
Fuses ....................................432
Key battery ............................428
Light bulbs .............................443
Tires ......................................479
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ............................538
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt .............66
Automatic locking
retractor ................................68
Child restraint system
installation ...........................125
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ......................378
Emergency locking
retractor ................................68
How to wear your seat belt......65
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................69
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ..............68
Reminder light .......................470
Seat belt extenders .................69
Seat belt pretensioners ...........67M
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