TOYOTA AVALON 2013 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

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■The outside temperature is displayed when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ Display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
●When the vehicle is stopped, or moving at low speeds (less than 16 mph [25
km/h]).
● When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
■ When “--- F” is displayed
The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
Outside temperature display
The temperature display shows temperatures within the
range of -40 F (-40 C) to 122 F (50 C).
Ty p e AType B
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Console box
Power outlets
The power outlets can be used for 12 V accessories that run on
less than 10 A.

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Instrument panel
■
The power outlets can be used when
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
Ty p e AType B
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets are not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlets may cause a short cir-
cuit.
■ To prevent blown fuse
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is off.

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Front seats
Vehicles with ventilator
Press the knob to release it,
and turn the knob to the
desired temperature setting.
OFF
Press the knob to lock it when
not in use.
Ventilation
Heat
Vehicles without ventilator
Press the knob to release it, and
turn the knob to the desired tem-
perature setting.
The further you turn the knob
clockwise, the warmer the seat
temperature becomes. Turn the
knob counterclockwise all the way
to turn the system off.
Press the knob again to lock it
when not in use.
Seat heaters/seat ventilators
: If equipped
The seat heaters warm the seats and the seat ventilators main-
tain good airflow by blowing air through the seats.
Seat heaters/ventilators
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Rear seats
ON/OFF
The indicator illuminates when
the seat heater is turned on.
■
The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ Automatic operation of the seat ventilator for the passenger's seat
When a passenger leaves the passenger seat while the seat ventilation turns
on, the seat ventilator automatically turns off. If the passenger returns to the
seat, it automatically turns on again.
■ Operation display illumination (if equipped)
Illuminates when the ventilator is
operating.
Illuminates when the front seat heater
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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 physically chal-
lenged
• 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.
● Do not use seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor
burns or overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heaters/seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters/seat ventilators off when the engine is off.

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Fold down the armrest for use.
Ar mrest
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the armrest
Do not apply too much load on the armrest.

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Extends/retracts the rear sun-
shade
■The rear sunshade can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ Reverse operation feature
To ensure adequate rear visibility, the rear sunshade automatically lowers
when the shift lever is shifted to R.
However, the rear sunshade is raised again if either of the following occurs:
●The button is pressed again.
● The shift lever is shifted out of R, and the vehicle reaches a speed of 9 mph
(15 km/h).
If the engine is turned off when the rear sunshade has been lowered due to
the reverse operation feature, it will not be raised even when the engine is
turned on again and the vehicle reaches a speed of 9 mph (15 km/h). To raise
the sunshade again, press the button.
■ Operating the rear sunshade after the engine switch is turned off
The rear sunshade can be operated for approximately 1 minute even after the
engine switch is turned off.
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. time elapsed before the reverse operation feature activates)
can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 453)
Rear sunshade
: If equipped
The rear sunshade can be rais ed and lowered by pressing the
switch shown below.

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CAUTION
■When the rear sunshade is being raised or lowered
Do not place fingers or other objects in the fastener section or in the open-
ing. They may get caught, causing injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not operate the rear sunshade when the engine is not running.
■ To ensure normal operation of the sunshade
Observe the following precautions.
●Do not place excessive load on the motor or other components.
● Do not place objects where they may hinder opening and closing opera-
tions.
● Do not attach items to the rear sunshade.
● Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions.
● Do not operate the rear sunshade continuously for long periods of time.

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Fold down the armrest.
Push down the handle and
open the armrest door.
The armrest door can be locked
and unlocked using the
mechanical key.Lock
Unlock
Trunk storage extension
Long objects can be loaded into the vehicle by utilizing the trunk
space and rear seat area.
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CAUTION
■When not in use
Ensure that the armrest door is closed.
In the event of sudden braking, items stored in the trunk may be thrown for-
ward into the cabin, resulting in injury.