TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2018 (in English) User Guide

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline \
engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power fo\
r the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking for\
ce
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In add\
ition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fu\
el economy,
reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Multi-Information Display (MID) and/or display audio system/
navigation system screen (if equipped).
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner\
’s Manual.
2. Link trips to reduce engine cold starts whenever possible.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on\
the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking en\
ergy.
5. Minimize use of the air conditioning.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
(1) Put the selector lever in “P.”
(2) Depress the brake pedal, and messages indicating how to start the hybrid\
will
be displayed on the Multi-Information Display.
(3) Press the “POWER” switch briefly and firmly.
(4) The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light \
remains steady
and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
STARTING THE HYBRID SYSTEM

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Hybrid transmission
* The “POWER” switch/ignition switch must be “ON” and the br\
ake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
+ : Upshift (push and release)
- : Downshift (pull and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking do\
wnhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with th\
e shift lever
in the “D” position.
P
R
N
D
N
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
+ (“S” mode)
- (“S” mode)
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or\
turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph (20 k\
m/h).
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set to OFF and driver’s door i\
s opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
“S” (SEQUENTIAL) MODE

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Parking brake
Driving mode select
Steering lock release
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the “POWER” switch. If t\
he lock does not
release, a message informing the driver that the steering wheel is locke\
d will be
displayed on the Multi-Information Display (MID).
EV drive mode
EV drive mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by t\
he hybrid
battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under cert\
ain driving
conditions.
ECO drive mode
Use to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequ\
ent
accelerating.
SPORT mode
Use when increased acceleration response and precise handling is desired\
; for
example, when driving on mountain roads.
Turn

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Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
Windows-Power
Moon roof (if equipped)
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release leverAngle
Length
OpenTiltCloseClose
Recommended open position to
minimize wind noise.
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and
release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the \
switch in the
opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver remains able to
operate all windows. Push once to open; moon roof will automatically stop at the recommended \
position.
Push again to open completely.
Push once to open partway; again to open
completely.
Up
Down
Driver sideWindow lock switch
SLIDING OPERATION TILTING OPERATION

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Seats-Head restraints
Rear sunshade (if equipped)
Seat adjustments-Front
Lock release buttonLock release button
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seat position (forward/backward) Seat cushion angle
Seat cushion angle (if equipped)
Seat height
Seat height (if equipped) Lumbar support
Lumbar support (if equipped)
FrontRear
Seatback angle
Seatback angle
Seat cushion length (if equipped)
DRIVER’S SEAT
PASSENGER’S SEAT

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Multi-Information Display (MID)
Windshield wipers & washers
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Push “DISP” to scroll through the following information screens:
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more settings and customizable featur\
es. (1) Trip information
(2) Settings
(3) Energy Flow
(4) Warning and reminder messages
(5) Cruise control display
(6) Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
(DRCC) display (7) Lane Departure Alert (LDA)
(8) Pre-Collision System (PCS)
(9) Tachometer
(10) Tire Pressure (warning) Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Adjust sensor sensitivity2
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Auto wipe
Slow
Fast
1
Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency.
2 Rain-sensing windshield wiper Rotate to increase/decrease sensor sensitivity.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Adjust frequency
1
WITH AUTO RAIN-SENSING WIPER (IF EQUIPPED)
WITH INTERMITTENT WIPER (IF EQUIPPED)

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Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights to make
vehicle more visible to other drivers. Not for use at night. Automatic light cut off system When the headlights are on: Automatically turns lights off
after 30-second delay, or lock switch on remote may be pushed after lock\
ing. When the tail
lights are on, it automatically turns lights off when driver’s door i\
s opened.
Right turn
Lane change
1
Lane change2
Left turn
1 The right hand signals will flash three times.2 The left hand signals will flash three times.
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink
®* can be
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc\
.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 5-4 in the Owner’s Manua\
l for more details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
® at 1-800-355-3515, or visit http://
www.homelink.com.
* HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Indicator light
Buttons
Headlights
Parking lights High beam
flasher
High beam
Auto
OFF Low beam
Lights & turn signals
Garage door opener (HomeLink®) (if equipped)
HEADLIGHTS
TURN SIGNALS

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Traction control (TRAC) OFF
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
To disable the system, press “TRAC OFF” and a message will be show\
n on the
Multi-Information Display (MID). Press the switch again to turn the sy\
stem back on.
System ON/OFF
Buzzer
Rear view mirror indicators
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has two functions:
• The Blind Spot Monitor function (assists the driver in making the \
decision when changing lanes)
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function (assists the driver when bac\
king up)
The system is designed to use radar sensors to detect vehicles traveling\
in the
Avalon’s blind spot and advises the driver of the vehicles’ presen\
ce via the outside
rear view mirror indicators.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this \
system before
attempting to use it.
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
(if equipped)

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Front console
Type AType B
The “POWER” switch must be in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode fo\
r use.
Center console (Accessible from rear seat)
Rear armrest (if equipped)
Power outlets - 12V DC (if equipped)
Rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system displays an image of the view from the bump\
er of
the rear area of the vehicle. The camera for the rear view monitor syste\
m is located
above the license plate.
To adjust the image on the rear view monitor screen, press the “APPS”\
button
and select “Display” on the “Setup” screen. Select “Came\
ra” to adjust the screen
contrast and brightness.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this \
system.

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
FRONT CONTROL PANEL
Type A
Type B
Temperature selector
(driver side)
Temperature selector
(driver side)Windshield airflow/defogger
Windshield airflow/defoggerAir Conditioning ON/OFF
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Climate control OFF
Climate control OFF Fan speed
Fan speedOutside rearview mirror/
Rear defogger
Outside rearview mirror/
Rear defogger
Temperature selector
(passenger side)
Temperature selector
(passenger side)
Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
“SYNC” button
Indicator ON: Synchronized
temperature settings for driver,
passengers and rear seat (if
equipped).
Indicator OFF: Separate
temperature settings for driver
and passengers.
“SYNC” button
Indicator ON: Synchronized
temperature settings for driver,
passengers and rear seat (if
equipped).
Indicator OFF: Separate
temperature settings for driver
and passengers.
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging.
Airflow vent mode
In “/” mode,
use outside air (“
” indicator ON) to reduce
window fogging. Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents,
air intake and fan to adjust
automatically.
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents,
air intake and fan to adjust
automatically.
Air conditioning/heating