engine TOYOTA AVALON 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

3365-3. Using the storage features
Push the button to open the glove
box.
The glove box light turns on when the engine switch is in ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode.
Push the knob.
■Console box tray
■Console box light
The console box light turns on when the engine switch is in ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode.
Glove box
Console box
The tray can be removed.

3425-4. Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position,
then slide it backward.
Open the cover to use.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
If the vanity lights remain on for 20 minutes while the engine is off, the lights
will turn off automatically.
Other interior features
Sun visors
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2
3
Vanity mirrors

3435-4. Other interior features
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Interior features
Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than
12 VDC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W).
Open the lid.
■The power outlet can be used when
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■When turning the engine switch off
Disconnect electrical devices with charging functions, such as mobile battery
packs.
If such devices are left connected, the engine switch may not be turned off
normally.
Power outlet
NOTICE
●To avoid damaging the power outlet, close the power outlet lid when it is
not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short
circuit.
●To prevent battery discharge, do not use the power outlet longer than nec-
essary when the engine is not running.

3445-4. Other interior features
The USB charging ports are used to supply 2.5 A (USB Type-A port)
or 3.0 A (USB Type-C port) of electricity at 5 V to external devices
(power consumption of 12.5 W [USB Type-A port] or 15 W [USB Type-
C port]).
The USB charging ports are for charging only. They are not designed
for data transfer or other purposes.
Depending on the external device, it may not charge properly. Refer to
the manual included with the device before using a USB charging
port.
■Using the USB charging ports
■The USB charging ports can be used when
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■Situations in which the USB charging ports may not operate correctly
●If a device which consumes more than 2.5 A at 5 V (12.5 W) (USB Type-A
port) or 3.0 A at 5 V (15 W) (USB Type-C port) is connected
●If a device designed to communicate with a personal computer, such as a
USB memory device, is connected
●If the connected external device is turned off (depending on device)
●If the temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle has
been parked in the sun
■About connected external devices
Depending on the connected external device, charging may occasionally be
suspended and then start again. This is not a malfunction.
USB charging ports
FrontRear
Open the console box lid. Open the lid.
USB Type-A port
USB Type-C port
USB Type-A port
USB Type-C port

3455-4. Other interior features
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Interior features
■Cable pass through
●The cutouts on the console box rim allow
power cables to be passed through
when the console box lid is closed.
●An electronic device on the console box
tray can be recharged by running power
cables through the clearance of the tray
and connecting it to the USB charging
ports underneath the tray.
To prevent damage to the charging
port of an electronic device when it is
placed on the tray while it is being
charged, place the connector side of
the device on the raised portions near
the cutout.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the USB charging ports
●Do not insert foreign objects into the ports.
●Do not spill water or other liquids into the ports.
●Rear USB charging ports: When the USB charging ports are not in use,
close the lids. If a foreign object or liquid enters a port may cause a short
circuit.
●Do not apply excessive force to or impact the USB charging ports.
●Do not disassemble or modify the USB charging ports.
■To prevent damage to external devices
●Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. The temperature inside the
vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to an external device.
●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary force to an external device or
the cable of an external device while it is connected.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the USB charging ports for a long period of time with the engine
stopped.

3475-4. Other interior features
5
Interior features
■Using the wireless charger
Push the open tray forward
until it locks. (P. 3 3 9 )
Press the power supply
switch of the wireless char-
ger.
Pressing the switch again turns
the wireless charger off.
When turned on, the operation
indicator light (green) comes on.
When the engine switch is turned off, the on/off state of the wireless
charger will be memorized.
Place a portable device on
the charging area with its
charging surface facing
down.
While charging, the operation
indicator light (orange) will be
illuminated.
If charging does not begin,
move the portable device as
close to the center of the
charging area as possible.
When charging is complete, the operation indicator light (green) will illu-
minate.
●Recharging function
• If a certain amount of time has elapsed since charging com-
pleted and the portable device has not been moved, the wire-
less charger will restart charging.
• If the portable device is moved within the charging area,
charging will stop temporarily then restart.
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2
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3495-4. Other interior features
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Interior features
■The wireless charger can be operated when
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■Portable devices that can be charged
●Portable devices compatible with the Qi wireless charging standard can be
charged by the wireless charger. However, compatibility with all devices
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●The wireless charger is designed to supply low power electricity (5 W or
less) to a cellular phone, smartphone, or other portable device.
■If a cover or accessory is attached to the portable device
Do not charge a portable device if a cover or accessory which is not Qi com-
patible is attached. Depending on the type of cover and/or accessory
attached, it may not be possible to charge the portable device. If the portable
device is placed on the charging area and does not charge, remove the cover
and/or accessories.
■If interference is heard in AM radio broadcasts while charging
Turn off the wireless charger and check if the noise is reduced. If noise is
reduced, press and hold the power supply switch of the wireless charger for 2
seconds. The frequency of the wireless charger is changed and noise may be
reduced. When the frequency is changed, the operation indicator light will
blink (orange) 2 times.
■Charging precautions
●If the electronic key cannot be detected in the cabin, charging cannot be
performed. When a door is opened and closed, charging may be temporarily
suspended.
●While charging, the wireless charger and the portable device will become
warm. This is not a malfunction.
If a portable device becomes warm while charging and charging stops due
to the protection function of the portable device, wait until the portable
device cools down and charge it again.
■Sound generated during operation
When the power supply switch is turned on or while a portable device is being
identified, operation sounds may be heard. This is not a malfunction.
■Cleaning the wireless charger
P. 370

3545-4. Other interior features
NOTICE
■Conditions in which the wireless charger may not operate correctly
In the following situations, the wireless charger may not operate correctly:
●When a portable device is fully charged
●When there is a foreign object between the charging area and portable
device
●When a portable device becomes hot while charging
●When a portable device is placed on the wireless area with its charging
surface facing up
●When a portable device is not centered on the charging area
●When the vehicle is near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station,
radio station, large display, airport or other facility that generates strong
radio waves or electrical noise
●When the portable device is in contact with, or is covered by any of the fol-
lowing metallic objects:
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Metal hand warmers
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When wireless keys (that emit radio waves) other than those of your vehi-
cle are being used nearby.
If in situations other than above the wireless charger does not operate prop-
erly or the operation indicator light is blinking, the wireless charger may be
malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota dealer.
■To prevent failure or damage to data
●Do not bring magnetic cards, such as a credit card, or magnetic recording
media, close to the wireless charger while charging. Otherwise, data may
be erased due to the influence of magnetism.
Additionally, do not bring precision instruments such as wrist watches,
close to the wireless charger, as such objects may malfunction.
●Do not leave portable devices in the cabin. The temperature inside the
cabin may become high when parked in the sun, and cause damage to the
device.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the wireless charger for a long period of time with the engine
stopped.

365
6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior .......... 366
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ........... 369
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ................... 372
General maintenance........ 374
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 378
6-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ..................... 379
Hood ................................. 381
Positioning a floor jack ...... 382
Engine compartment ......... 383
Tires .................................. 394
Tire inflation pressure ....... 408
Wheels .............................. 411
Air conditioning filter.......... 413
Electronic key battery........ 415
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 418
Light bulbs......................... 421

3676-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the fol-
lowing correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
●Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle
while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not
stolen.)
●Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart key sys-
tem. (P. 137)
■Wheels and wheel ornaments
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●Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
●To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Plated portions
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●Use a soft cloth dampened with an approximately 5% solution of neutral
detergent and water to clean the dirt off.
●Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture.
●To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet wipes or a similar product.
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components, etc. to catch fire.
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes until it has
cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipes can cause burns.
■Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may mal-
function. If this occurs, avoid using the system and consult your Toyota
dealer.