power steering TOYOTA AVALON 2022 Owners Manual

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3-1. Key informationKeys .................................. 124
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Doors................................. 127
Trunk ................................. 133
Smart key system.............. 137
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats ........................ 144
Rear seats ......................... 146
Driving position memory ........................... 148
Head restraints .................. 153
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .................. 155
Inside rear view mirror....... 157
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 159
3-5. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows ................. 162
Moon roof .......................... 166 4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 172
Cargo and luggage ............ 180
Vehicle load limits .............. 183
Trailer towing ..................... 184
Dinghy towing .................... 185
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch...... 186
Automatic transmission ..... 191
Turn signal lever ................ 197
Parking brake .................... 198
Brake Hold ......................... 202
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 204
AHB (Automatic High Beam) .............................. 208
Windshield wipers and washer ............................. 212
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap................................... 216
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ ...................... 220
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 228
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ............................. 243
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .... 258
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range ............................... 263
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........................... 279
• BSM function ................ 283
• RCTA function .............. 286
Rear Camera Detection function (vehicles with
panoramic view
monitor) ........................... 291
Intuitive parking assist ....... 295
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) ..................... 303
Driving mode select switches .......................... 324
Driving assist systems....... 328
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips.............. 336 5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................. 342
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 349
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list................. 352
• Interior light ................... 353
• Personal lights............... 353
• Ambient lights................ 354
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 355
• Glove box ...................... 356
• Console box .................. 356
• Bottle holders ................ 357
• Cup holders ................... 358
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 359
• Open tray ...................... 360
Trunk features ................... 361
5-4. Other interior features Other interior features........ 362
• Sun visors ..................... 362
• Vanity mirrors ................ 362
• Power outlet .................. 363
• USB charging ports ....... 364
• Wireless charger ........... 366
• Armrest.......................... 375
• Assist grips .................... 375
• Coat hooks .................... 376
Garage door opener .......... 3775Interior features

852. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
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(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 455)*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 456)
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(Canada)
(Red)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 455)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 456)
*1
(Yellow)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 455)*2Inappropriate pedal
operation warning light
(P. 456)
*2High coolant tempera-
ture warning light
(P. 455)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(P. 457)
*2Charging system
warning light ( P. 455)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(P. 457)
*2Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 455)*1, 3Brake hold operated
indicator ( P. 457)
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(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 456)*1
(Red/yellow)
Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 457)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 456)
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(Flashes or
illuminates)
PCS warning light
( P. 458)
*1SRS warning light
(P. 456)*1, 3
(if equipped)
ICS OFF indicator
(P. 458)

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Operation of
each component
3-1. Key information
Keys .................................. 124
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Doors ................................ 127
Trunk ................................. 133
Smart key system ............. 137
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats ........................ 144
Rear seats......................... 146
Driving position memory ........................... 148
Head restraints.................. 153
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .................. 155
Inside rear view mirror ...... 157
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 159
3-5. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows ................. 162
Moon roof .......................... 166

1443-3. Adjusting the seats
Seat position adjustment switch
Seatback angle adjustment
switch
Seat cushion (front) angle
adjustment switch
Vertical height adjustment
switch
Lumbar support firmness
adjustment switch (if equipped)
Lumbar support height adjust-
ment switch (if equipped)
■ Power easy access system (vehicles with driving position memory )
The driver’s seat and steering wheel move in accordance with en gine switch
mode and the driver’s seat belt condition. ( P. 148)
Front seats
Adjustment procedure
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1483-3. Adjusting the seats
The seat and steering wheel are automatically adjusted to allow the
driver to enter and exi t the vehicle easily.
When all of the following have
been performed, the driver’s seat
and steering wheel are automati-
cally adjusted to a position that
allows driver to enter and exit the
vehicle easily. • The shift lever has been shifted to P.
• The engine switch has been turned off.
• The driver’s seat belt has been unfastened.
When any of the following has be en performed, the driver’s seat and
steering wheel automatically ret urn to their original positions.
• The engine switch has been turned to ACCESSORY mode or IGNI- TION ON mode.
• The driver’s seat belt has been fastened.
■ Operation of the power easy access system
When exiting the vehicle, the power easy access system may not operate if
the seat is already close to the rearmost position, etc.
■ Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P. 525)
Driving position memor y
This feature automatically adjusts the driver’s seat, steering
wheel and outside rear view mirrors to make entering and exit-
ing the vehicle easier or to suit your preferences.
: If equipped
Power easy access system

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Operation of each component
3-4. Adjusting the st eering wheel and mirrors
Manual type
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.
Power type
Operating the switch moves the steering wheel in the following direc-
tions:
Up
Down
Toward the driver
Away from the driver
Steering wheel
Adjustment procedure
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1563-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
To sound the horn, press on or
close to the mark.
■The steering wheel can be ad justed when (power type)
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■ Automatic adjustment of the steering position (vehicles with dr iving
position memory)
A desired steering position can be entered to memory and recall ed automati-
cally by the driving position memory system. ( P. 148)
■ Power easy access system (vehicles with driving position memory )
The steering wheel and driver’s seat move in accordance with engine switch
mode and the driver’s seat belt condition. ( P. 525)
Horn
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and caus e an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
■ After adjusting the steering wheel (manual type)
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
Otherwise, the steering wheel may move suddenly, possibly causi ng an
accident, and resulting in death or serious injury. Also, the horn may not
sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.

1754-1. Before driving
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine
running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■ When driving the vehicle
● Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the b rake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving t he
vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. Thes e hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes im possible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 445
● Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 192)
● Do not adjust the display, the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or
the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
● Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle.
● AWD models: Do not drive the vehicle off-road.
This is not an AWD vehicle designed for off-road driving. Proceed with all
due caution if it becomes unavoidable to drive off-road.

1794-1. Before driving
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NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
● Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same tim e during
driving, as this may restrain the engine output.
● Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate sud denly if
the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and ho ld it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 470)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. D oing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the e ngine, tran-
saxle, transfer (AWD models), rear differential (AWD models), e tc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD models), beari ngs and
suspension joints (where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings,
etc.