ignition TOYOTA AVALON 2022 Workshop Manual

4857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Tr u n k
Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and firmly depress the brake
pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
engine switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
engine switch will turn to IGNITION
ON mode.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the engine switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is displayed
on the multi-information display.
Press the engine switch shortly and firmly.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Toyota
dealer.
Starting the engine
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4897-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that lev el for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the batter y of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the engine
switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn the
engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the vehicle's
engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has st arted, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.5
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5038-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee (ILSAC) Certification Mark
is added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you
should use.
Cooling system
Capacity
(Reference)
2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
7.3 qt. (6.9 L, 6.1 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
DENSO FC16HR-Q8
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
DENSO FK20HBR8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust spark plug g ap.

552What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be
made by your Toyota dealer. ( P. 125)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft inc reases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. ( P. 126)
●Is the key battery weak or depleted? (P. 435)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( P. 187)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of t he radio
wave. ( P. 125, 139)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is
set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector
lock. ( P. 130)
●The function to prevent the electronic key from being left insi de the trunk
will operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take the key out from the
trunk. ( P. 134)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting
your Toyota dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside

553What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 186)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 188)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 137)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 188)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 485)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 487)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake p edal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( P. 195)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 188)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 162)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a peri od of
time. ( P. 188)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is tur ned off automatically

554What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 459)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 198)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 455, 465)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the al arm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 80)
Do one of the following to stop the alarm: • Unlock the doors.
• Open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote con trol.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or st art
the engine.
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 465)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed , refer to
P. 455, 465.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. ( P. 470)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, di rt, or
snow. ( P. 495)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds w hen leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

559Alphabetical index
Eco drive mode ........................ 324
Eco Driving Indicator .............. 109
EDR (Event data recorder) .............. 11
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....................................... 329 Warning light ......................... 457
Electronic key .......................... 124 Battery-saving function ......... 139
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 484
Replacing the battery ............ 435
Emergency flashers ................ 444
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 455
If a warning light turns on...... 455
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 465
If the battery is discharged.... 487
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 484
If the engine will not start ...... 482
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is
rising ................................... 446
If you have a flat tire ............. 470
If you lose your keys ..... 125, 126
If you think something is wrong.................................. 453
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 495
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 445
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 448
If your vehicle overheats ....... 492 Engine
ACCESSORY mode ............. 187
Compartment ........................ 403
Engine switch ....................... 186
Hood ..................................... 401
How to start the engine......... 186
Identification number ............ 500
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ......................... 445
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 186
Overheating .......................... 492
Engine coolant Capacity................................ 503
Checking............................... 408
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 336
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 90
Engine immobilizer system ...... 77
Engine oil Capacity................................ 501
Checking............................... 405
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 336
Engine switch .......................... 186
Enhanced VSC ......................... 328
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ..... 329 Warning light......................... 457
Event data recorder (EDR) ........................................ 11
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561Alphabetical index
Head restraints ........................ 153
Head-up display ....................... 111
Headlights ................................ 204Automatic High Beam ........... 208
Light switch ........................... 204
Replacing light bulbs............. 441
Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination .......... 207
Heated steering wheel............. 349
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ............ 342
Outside rear view mirrors...... 344
Seat heaters ......................... 349
High mounted stoplight Replacing .............................. 441
Hill-start assist control............ 328
Hood ......................................... 401
Hooks Coat hooks............................ 376
Grocery bag hooks ............... 361
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 26
Horn .......................................... 156
HUD (Head-up display)............ 111 I/M test ...................................... 398
ICS (Intelligent Clearance
Sonar)..................................... 303 Warning light......................... 458
Warning messages ............... 314
Identification Engine .................................. 500
Vehicle .................................. 499
Ignition switch (engine switch) ...................... 186
Illuminated entry system ........ 354
Immobilizer system ................... 77
Indicators ................................... 87
Initialization Intelligent Clearance Sonar.................................. 314
Items to initialize ................... 533
Tire pressure warning system .... .............. 416
Inside rear view mirror ............ 157
Instrument panel light control ...................................... 91
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) ............................ 303 Warning light......................... 458
Warning messages ............... 314
Interior lights ........................... 352 Switch ................................... 353
Intuitive parking assist ........... 295
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567Alphabetical index
Spark plug ................................ 503
Specifications .......................... 498
Speedometer .............................. 90
Sport mode............................... 324
Steering lockColumn lock release ............. 188
Steering wheel ......................... 155
Adjustment ............................ 155
Heated steering wheel .......... 349
Meter control switches ............ 94
Power easy access system ......... ....................... 148
Stoplights
Replacing light bulbs............. 441
Storage feature ........................ 355
Storage precautions ................ 355
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 495
Sun visors ................................ 362
Sunshade Roof ...................................... 167
Switches Automatic High Beam switch ................................. 208
Brake hold switch.................. 202
Cruise control switch............. 263
Door lock switches ................ 129
Driving mode select switches.............................. 324
Driving position memory
switches.............................. 148
Emergency flasher switch ..... 444
Engine switch........................ 186 Fuel door opener switch ....... 218
Garage door opener
switches ............................. 377
Heated steering wheel .......... 349
Ignition switch ....................... 186
Light switch ........................... 204
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ................................. 251
Meter control switches ............ 94
“MOOD” switch ..................... 354
Moon roof switches............... 166
“ODO/TRIP” switch ................. 95
Outside rear view mirror switches ............................. 159
Paddle shift switches ............ 193
Parking brake switch ............ 198
Power door lock switch ......... 129
Power window switches........ 162
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers switch ................ 344
Seat heater switches ............ 349
Seat ventilators switches ...... 349
“SOS” button........................... 71
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release switch ............. 155
Trunk opener switch ............. 133
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch ................... 270
VSC OFF switch ................... 330
Window lock switch .............. 162
Windshield wiper and washer switch..................... 212
Wireless charger switch........ 366
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.