interior lights TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2017 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners
IndexSearch by symptom
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TABLE OF CONTENTS4
5-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 274
Seat heaters/seat ventilators....................... 283
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 286
• Personal/interior light main switch ................... 287
• Personal/interior lights ............................. 287
• Ambient lights ............... 288
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 289
• Glove box...................... 290
• Console box .................. 291
• Cup holders .................. 292
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 293
Trunk features ................... 297 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features........ 299
• Sun visors ..................... 299
• Vanity mirrors ................ 299
• Clock ............................. 300
• Outside temperature display ........................... 301
• Power outlets ................ 302
• Armrest.......................... 304
• Rear sunshade .............. 304
• Coat hooks .................... 306
• Assist grips .................... 306
Garage door opener .......... 307
Safety Connect .................. 314
Compass ........................... 320
5Interior features

24Pictorial index
Auxiliary box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 293
Moon roof switches
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 151
“SOS” button
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 314
Interior lights/personal lights
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 287
Interior light/ambient lights
*1 switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 287
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 299
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 299
Compass display
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 320
Compass switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 320
Garage door opener switches
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 307
Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 143
*1: If equipped
*2: The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear.
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2674-6. Driving tips
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Driving
◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoi ding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the br akes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehi cle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire infl ation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause larg e amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appro-
priate for the season.

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Interior features5
5-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 274
Seat heaters/seat ventilators........................ 283
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 286
• Personal/interior light main switch ................... 287
• Personal/interior lights ............................. 287
• Ambient lights ............... 288
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 289
• Glove box...................... 290
• Console box .................. 291
• Cup holders .................. 292
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 293
Trunk features ................... 297 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 299
• Sun visors ..................... 299
• Vanity mirrors................ 299
• Clock ............................. 300
• Outside temperature display........................... 301
• Power outlets ................ 302
• Armrest ......................... 304
• Rear sunshade ............. 304
• Coat hooks.................... 306
• Assist grips ................... 306
Garage door opener.......... 307
Safety Connect ................. 314
Compass ........................... 320

2865-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Outer foot lights (if equipped)
Rear personal/interior lights
(→ P. 287)
Front personal/interior lights
( → P. 287) Ambient lights (if equipped)
(
→ P. 288)
Front door courtesy lights1
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2875-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
Turns the lights on/off
Turns the lights on/off linked to
door position
■Front
Turns the light on/off
■Rear
Turns the light on/off
If the lights are turned on by the
personal/interior light main
switch, the lights cannot turn off
by pressing the switch.
Personal/interior light main switch
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Personal/interior lights

2885-2. Using the interior lights
Each time the “MOOD” switch is
pressed, the brightness level
changes.
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch mode, the pres-
ence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
If the personal/interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off,
the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■ Customization
Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 461)
Ambient lights (if equipped)
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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Interior features
5-4. 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.
Other interior features
Sun visors
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Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for
extended periods while the hybrid system is off.

4207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( →P. 423)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (→P. 7 9 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. (→ P. 421)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 424)
● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(→ P. 352)
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the follo wing and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( →P. 172)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.