immobilizer TOYOTA AVALON 2015 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS2
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 12
How to search .............................. 13
Pictorial index .............................. 14
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 24
For safety drive ................... 26
Seat belts ............................ 28
SRS airbags ........................ 34
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 44
Safety information for children ........................ 50
Child restraint systems ........ 51
Installing child restraints ........................... 55
Exhaust gas precautions ....................... 65
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system............................... 66
Alarm ................................... 68
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................. 70
2. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators........................... 72
Gauges and meters............. 77
Multi-information display ............................... 80
Fuel consumption information ........................ 86 3-1. Key information
Keys..................................... 90
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system ................ 93
Wireless remote control.............................. 108
Doors ................................. 111
Trunk ................................. 114
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................... 118
Driving position memory ........................... 120
Head restraints .................. 125
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 128
Inside rear view mirror ....... 129
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 131
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and
moon roof
Power windows.................. 134
Moon roof .......................... 137
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of
each component

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For safety and security1
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 24
For safety drive ................... 26
Seat belts ............................ 28
SRS airbags ........................ 34
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 44
Safety information for children ............................. 50
Child restraint systems........ 51
Installing child restraints...... 55
Exhaust gas precautions..... 65
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 66
Alarm................................... 68
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................. 70

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1-2. Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after
the engine switch has been turned
off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode to indicate that
the system has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

671-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)■
Certifications for the en gine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
For vehicles sold in Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
■ Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

1624-2. Driving procedures
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■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI-
TION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with th\
e
shift lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle
with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long peri-
ods of time when the engine is not running.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
P. 106
■ Conditions affecting operation
P. 102
■ Notes for the entry function
P. 103
■ If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 66)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
● Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the
shift lever is displaced out of P.
■ Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

4137-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
( P. 159)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 66)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 419)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse.
However, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(  P. 414)
If the engine will not star t
If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed ( P. 159), consider each of the follow-
ing points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor does not turn over

488Alphabetical index
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If the warning light turns on ....................................... 388
If the warning message is displayed......................... 399
If you have a flat tire ............. 400
If you think something
is wrong .............................. 386
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 426
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 381
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 382
If your vehicle overheats ....... 423
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............. 160
Compartment ........................ 322
Engine switch........................ 159
Hood ..................................... 319
How to start the engine ......... 159
Identification number ............ 431
If the engine will not start ...... 413
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 159
Overheating .......................... 423 Engine coolant......................... 326
Capacity................................ 434
Checking............................... 326
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 236
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 77
Engine immobilizer system ...... 66
Engine oil ................................. 323
Capacity................................ 432
Checking............................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 236
Engine switch .......................... 159
EPS
(Electronic Power
Steering) ................................ 215 Function ................................ 215
Warning light......................... 390
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10

490Alphabetical index
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Head restraints ........................ 125
Headlights ................................ 172Automatic high beam ............ 176
Discharge headlights precautions ......................... 378
Light switch ........................... 172
Replacing light bulbs ................... 364, 365, 375
Wattage ................................ 438
Heaters
Air conditioning system ......... 242
Outside rear view mirrors...... 252
Seat heaters ......................... 274
Hood ......................................... 319
Hooks Coat hooks............................ 281
Grocery bag hooks ............... 265
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 24
Horn .......................................... 171 I/M test ...................................... 315
Identification
Engine .................................. 431
Vehicle .................................. 431
Ignition switch (engine switch) ...................... 159
Illuminated entry system ........ 255
Immobilizer system ................... 66
Indicators ................................... 75
Initialization
Maintenance ......................... 310
Tire pressure warning system .... .............. 335
Inside rear view mirror ............ 129
Instrument panel light control ...................................... 79
Interior lights ........................... 253
Jack Positioning a floor jack.......... 320
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 401
Jack handle .............................. 401
Jam protection function Moon roof ............................. 138
Power windows..................... 135
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497Alphabetical index
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Tachometer ................................ 77
Tail lights .................................. 172Light switch ........................... 172
Replacing light bulbs............. 375
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 68
Engine immobilizer system ..... 66
Tire inflation pressure ............. 437 Maintenance data ................. 437
Warning light ......................... 392
Tire information ....................... 442 Glossary................................ 449
Size ....................................... 445
Tire identification number ..... 444
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................... 447
Tire pressure warning system .................................... 335 Function ................................ 335
Initializing .............................. 335
Installing tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters......................... 335
Registering ID codes ............ 337
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 336
Warning light ......................... 392 Tires .......................................... 334
Chains .................................. 238
Checking............................... 334
If you have a flat tire ............. 400
Inflation pressure .................. 437
Information............................ 442
Replacing.............................. 400
Rotating tires ........................ 334
Size....................................... 437
Snow tires ............................. 239
Spare tire .............................. 400
Tire pressure warning
system .......... ...................... 335
Warning light......................... 392
Tools ......................................... 401
Top tether strap ......................... 62
Total load capacity .................. 156
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 158
Emergency towing ................ 382
Trailer towing ........................ 157
TOYOTA PARKING ASSIST MONITOR
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TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 215
Transmission ........................... 165
Automatic transmission ........ 165
Driving mode select switch ... 213
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 415
Paddle shift switches ............ 166
S mode ................................. 166
Trip information ......................... 81
Trip meters ................................. 77
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION A ND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.