TOYOTA AVALON 2017 XX40 / 4.G Quick Reference Guide

OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer t\
o the
“Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or\
turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set to OFF and driver’s door i\
s opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
* The “ENGINE START STOP”/ignition switch must be “ON” and t\
he brake pedal
depressed to shift from Park.
Automatic transmission
“S” SEQUENTIAL MODE
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
+ : Upshifting
- : Downshifting
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking do\
wnhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with th\
e shift lever
in the “D” position.
P
R
N
D
N
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
+ (“S” mode)
- (“S” mode)
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Hood release
Engine maintenance
Push
Switch “A” and “B”
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Parking brake
Driving mode select
Steering lock release
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the “POWER” switch. If t\
he lock does not
release, a message informing the driver that the steering wheel is locke\
d will be
displayed on the Multi-Information Display (MID).
ECO drive mode
Use to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequ\
ent
accelerating.
SPORT mode
Use when increased acceleration response and precise handling is desired\
; for
example, when driving on mountain roads.
Turn
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release lever
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.
Driver side
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
SLIDING OPERATION
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Parking brake
Driving mode select
Steering lock release
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the “POWER” switch. If the loc\
k does not release, a message informing the driver that the steering wheel is locked will b\
e displayed on the Multi-Information Display (MID).
ECO drive mode
Use to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent\

accelerating.
SPORT mode
Use when increased acceleration response and precise handling is desired; f\
or
example, when driving on mountain roads.
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
Windows-Power
Moon roof (if equipped)
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release leverAngle
Length
OpenTiltCloseClose
Recommended open position to
minimize wind noise.
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 posi\
tion.
Push again to open completely.
Push once to open partway; again to open
completely.
Up
Down
Driver sideWindow lock switch
SLIDING OPERATION
TILTING OPERATION
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Seats-Head restraints
Seat adjustments-Front
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Lock release button
Seat position
(forward/backward)
Seat position
(forward/backward)
Seat cushion angle
Seat cushion angle
(if equipped) Seat height
Seat height
(if equipped)
Lumbar support
Lumbar support
(if equipped)
Seatback angle
Seatback angle Seat cushion length
(if equipped)
Push “DISP” to scroll through the following information screens:
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more settings and customizable featur\
es. (1) Trip information
(2) Settings
(3) Energy Flow
(4) Warning and reminder messages
(5) Cruise control display
(6) Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
(DRCC) display
Adjust sensor sensitivity2
Pull to wash and wipe
1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Pull to wash and wipe
Adjust frequency
1
Type AType A
Type A
DRIVER’S SEAT
PASSENGER’S SEAT
WITH AUTO RAIN-SENSING WIPER (IF EQUIPPED)
WITH INTERMITTENT WIPER (IF EQUIPPED)
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Lumbar support (if equipped)
Seatback angle
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Windshield wipers & washers
Push “DISP” to scroll through the following information screens:
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more settings and customizable featur\
es. (1) Trip information
(2) Settings
(3) Energy Flow
(4) Warning and reminder messages
(5) Cruise control display
(6) Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
(DRCC) display (7) Lane Departure Alert (LDA)
(8) Pre-Collision System (PCS)
(9) Tachometer
(10) Tire Pressure (warning) Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Adjust sensor sensitivity2Adjust sensor
sensitivity2
Pull to wash and wipe
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipeSingle wipe
Auto wipeAuto wipe
SlowSlow
FastFast
1 Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Pull to wash and wipe Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipeSingle wipeSingle wipe
Interval wipeInterval wipeInterval wipe
SlowSlowSlow
FastFastFast
Adjust frequency
1Adjust frequency1Type A
Type B
Type A
Type A Type B
WITH AUTO RAIN-SENSING WIPER (IF EQUIPPED)
WITH INTERMITTENT WIPER (IF EQUIPPED)
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
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 lock\
ing. When the tail
lights are on, it automatically turns lights off when driver’s door i\
s opened.
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.
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 5-4 in the Owner’s Manua\
l 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 Johnson Controls, Inc.
TURNING SYSTEM ON/OFF
FUNCTIONS
To disable the system, press “TRAC OFF” and a message will be show\
n on the
Multi-Information Display (MID). Press the switch again to turn the sy\
stem back on.
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.
Indicator light
Buttons
Headlights
Parking lights High beam
flasher
High beam
Auto
OFF Low beam
Lights & turn signals
Garage door opener (HomeLink®) (if equipped)
HEADLIGHTS
TURN SIGNALS
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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 lock\
ing. When the tail
lights are on, it automatically turns lights off when driver’s door i\
s opened.
1 The right hand signals will flash three times.
2 The left hand signals will flash three times.
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 5-4 in the Owner’s Manua\
l 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 Johnson Controls, Inc.
Cruise control
Traction control (TRAC) OFF
TURNING SYSTEM ON/OFF
FUNCTIONS
To disable the system, press “TRAC OFF” and a message will be show\
n on the
Multi-Information Display (MID). Press the switch again to turn the sy\
stem back on.
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.
System ON/OFF
Indicators
Set Speed
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Set
High beam
flasher
Garage door opener (HomeLink®) (if equipped)
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
System ON/OFF
Buzzer
Rear view mirror indicators
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has two functions:
• The Blind Spot Monitor function (assists the driver in making the deci\
sion when changing lanes)
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function (assists the driver when backing\
up)
The system is designed to use radar sensors to detect vehicles traveling in\
the
Avalon’s blind spot and advises the driver of the vehicles’ presence via the \
outside
rear view mirror indicator.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this syste\
m before
attempting to use it.
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
(if equipped)
Front-Instrument panel
Type AType B
The “POWER” switch must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for u\
se.
Center console (Accessible from rear seat)
Rear armrest (if equipped)
FRONT CONTROL PANEL
Type A
Type B Temperature selector
(driver side)
Temperature selector
(driver side)
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging.
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging.
Power outlets - 12V DC
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The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has two functions:
• The Blind Spot Monitor function (assists the driver in making the decision when
changing lanes)
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function (assists the driver when backing up)
The system is designed to use radar sensors to detect vehicles traveling in the
Avalon’s blind spot and advises the driver of the vehicles’ presence via the outside
rear view mirror indicator.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this \
system before
attempting to use it.
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
(if equipped)
The “POWER” switch must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for use.
Center console (Accessible from rear seat)
FRONT CONTROL PANEL
Type A
Type B Temperature selector
(driver side)
Temperature selector
(driver side)Windshield airflow/defogger
Windshield airflow/defogger Outside rearview mirror/
Rear defogger
Outside rearview mirror/
Rear defoggerTemperature selector
(passenger side)
Temperature selector
(passenger side)
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Climate control OFF
Fan speed 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.
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging. Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents,
air intake and fan to adjust
automatically.
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Climate control OFF
Fan speed 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.
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging. Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents,
air intake and fan to adjust
automatically.
Power outlets - 12V DC
Air conditioning/heating
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
REAR CONTROL PANEL (IF EQUIPPED)
Rear control switchRear passengers'
temperature control
Note: Press to lock when not in use.
“MODE/HOLD”
Push to turn audio ON and
select an audio mode. Push
and hold to turn the audio
system OFF.
Push to access
audio screen
Push to access
HOME screen
Push to access
APP screen
* For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” \
and “2017 Entune™
Audio Quick Reference Guide.”
Entune™ Audio Plus with Connected Navigation App
Entune™ Premium (JBL®) Audio with Integrated Navigation and App Suite
STEERING WHEEL SWITCHES
To operate, push knob to pop the
controller out. Then, turn clockwise for
heater or turn counter-clockwise for
ventilator.To operate, push knob to pop the
controller out. Then, turn clockwise to
change heater temperature from low
to high.
Push Turn
Heater and ventilatorHeater only
Push then Turn
Heater
Ventilator
OFF
Seat ventilators/heaters (if equipped)
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