TOYOTA AVALON 2016 XX40 / 4.G Quick Reference Guide

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Hood release
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Windshield washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer
to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Engine maintenance
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Pull

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic transmission
* The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be IGNITION ON mode and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.

+: Upshifting

-: Downshifting
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill.
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift
lever in the “D” position.
“S” (Sequential) mode
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is set to OFF and driver’s
door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
P
R
N
D
N
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
+ (“S” mode)
- (“S” mode)
+ (“S” mode)- (“S” mode)
Paddle shift switches
(if equipped) Shift lever
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Steering lock release
Turn
Push
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release lever
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. If
the lock does not release, a message informing the driver that the steering wheel
is locked will be displayed on the Multi-Information Display (MID).
Angle
Length
Driving mode select
ECO drive mode
Use ECO drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that
involve frequent accelerating.
Normal mode
Use for normal driving.
SPORT mode
Use SPORT mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling is
desired, such as when driving on mountain roads.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Moon roof (if equipped)
Sliding operationTilting operation
OpenTiltCloseClose
Recommended driving position
to minimize wind noise.
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release button
Windows-Power
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up
and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver remains able to
operate all windows.
Push once to open; moon roof will automatically stop at the recommended
position. Push again to open completely.
Push once to open partway;
again to open completely.
Up
Down
Driver sideWindow lock switch

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Seat adjustments-Front
Driver’s seat
Passenger’s seat
Seat cushion length (if equipped)
Seatback angle
Lumbar support (if equipped)
Seat height (if equipped)
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seat cushion angle (if equipped)
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Push “DISP” to scroll through the following information screens:
(1) Distance to empty (2) Digital speedometer
(3) Average fuel economy (4) Current fuel economy
(5) ECO Drive Level (6) Sway warning (if equipped)
(7) Turn-by-turn navigation (vehicles with a navigation system)
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more settings and customizable features.

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Windshield wipers & washers
Adjust sensor sensitivity2Adjust sensor sensitivity2
Pull to wash and wipe Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipeSingle wipe
Auto wipeAuto wipe
SlowSlow
FastFast
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
With intermittent wiper
Type A
Type AType B
Type B With AUTO rain-sensing wiper (if equipped)
Pull to wash and wipe Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipeSingle wipe
Interval wipeInterval wipe
SlowSlow
FastFast Adjust frequency
1Adjust frequency1

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights to make
vehicle more visible to other drivers. Not for use at night.
-Automatic light cut off system When the headlights are on: Automatically turns lights off
after 30-second delay, or lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
When the tail lights are on: Automatically turns lights off when driver’s door is opened.Parking lightsHigh beam
flasher
Auto
OFF
Low beam
Right turn
Lane change
1
Lane change2
Left turn
1 The right hand signals will flash three times.2 The left hand signals will flash three times.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)*
(if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 5-5 in the Owner’s Manual for more
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
® at 1-800-355-3515, or visit
http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
Cruise control
1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Turning system ON/OFF
Functions
System ON/OFF
Indicators
Set Speed
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Set

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Power outlets-12V DC
Front console
Type AType B
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
for use.
Center console (accessible from rear seat)
Rear armrest (if equipped)
The “TRAC OFF” and a message will be shown on the Multi-Information Display
(MID). Press the switch again to turn the system back on.
Traction control (TRAC) OFF

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Front control panel
Temperature selector (driver side)
Windshield airflow/defogger
Outside rearview mirror/Rear defogger
Temperature selector (passenger side)
Recirculate cabin air (outside air when OFF)
“SYNC” button
Indicator ON: Synchronized temperature settings for driver, passengers and
rear seat (if equipped).
Indicator OFF: Separate temperature settings for driver and passengers.
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Fan speed
Climate control OFF
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake and
fan to adjust automatically.
Airflow vent mode
In “
/” mode, use outside air (“” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air conditioning/heating
Type A
Type B
Type AType B