horn TOYOTA AVALON 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

1283-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Hold the steering wheel and
push the lever down.
Adjust to the ideal position by
moving the steering wheel hori-
zontally and vertically.
After adjustment, pull the lever up
to secure the steering wheel.
To sound the horn, press on or
close to the mark.
Steering wheel
The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position.
Adjustment procedure
1
2
Horn

1293-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
3
Operation of each component
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and cause an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
■ After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
Otherwise, the steering wheel may move suddenly, possibly causing an
accident, and resulting in death or serious injury. Also, the horn may not
sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.

4097-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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. 160)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→ P. 68)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 414)
● 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. 410)
If the engine w ill not start
If the engine will not start eve n though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed ( →P. 160), 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

4107-2. Steps to take in an emergency
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 414)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning
normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the ve hicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function
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2
3
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476What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
(→ P. 390)
●
The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 172)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( →P. 388, 396)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 70)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or
start the engine.
●
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
●When a warning light turns on, refer to P. 388.
●When a warning message is displayed, perform the correction procedure
appropriate to the message.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

484Alphabetical index
Head restraints ........................ 126
Headlights ................................ 173Automatic high beam ............ 176
Discharge headlights precautions ......................... 378
Light switch ........................... 173
Replacing light bulbs ................... 368, 369, 375
Wattage ................................ 432
Heaters Air conditioning system ......... 260
Outside rear view mirrors...... 264
Seat heaters ......................... 269
Hood ......................................... 328
Hooks
Coat hooks............................ 293
Grocery bag hooks ............... 283
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 24
Horn .......................................... 128 I/M test ...................................... 325
Identification
Engine .................................. 425
Vehicle .................................. 425
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ...................... 160
Illuminated entry system ........ 274
Immobilizer system ................... 68
Indicators ................................... 77
Initialization Maintenance ......................... 320
Tire pressure
warning system .... .............. 343
Inside rear view mirror ............ 130
Instrument panel light
control ...................................... 80
Interior lights ........................... 272
Jack
Positioning a floor jack.......... 329
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 398
Jack handle .............................. 398
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................. 139
Power windows..................... 136
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