air conditioning TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

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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
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6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 326
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 329
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 332
General maintenance ........ 334
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 338
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 339
Hood.................................. 341
Positioning a floor jack ...... 342
Engine compartment ......... 343
12-volt battery ................... 352
Tires .................................. 356
Tire inflation pressure........ 365
Wheels .............................. 368
Air conditioning filter .......... 371
Electronic key battery ........ 373
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 375
Light bulbs ......................... 378 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 392
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 393
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 394
If you think something is wrong ........................... 397
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 398
If a warning message is displayed...................... 407
If you have a flat tire .......... 408
If the hybrid system will not start ........................... 420
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 422
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ................... 424
If your vehicle overheats......................... 429
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 433
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises

19Pictorial index
Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 94
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 94
Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 100
When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 407
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 184
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 186
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . . . P. 186
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 193
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 193
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 351
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 141
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 274
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 274
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 278
Audio/Navigation system
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Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 290
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 300
*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Power outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 302
Power outlet
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 302
Wireless charger switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 294
Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 292
Air conditioning controls
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 274
Rear seat heater switches
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 283
Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 291
Driving mode select switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259
Seat heater/ven tilator switches
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 283
AUX/USB port
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*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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741-2. Hybrid system
The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the
actual item.
Hybrid system precautions
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high volt-
age system (about 650 V at maximum) as well as contains parts
that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating.
Obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.
Air conditioning compressor
Power control unit with DC/DC
converter
High voltage cables (orange)
Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) Service plug
Electric motor (traction motor)
Caution label1
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2604-5. Using the driving support systems
■Operation of the air conditio ning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency ( →P. 274). To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■ Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the power switch is turned off after
driving in sport mode.

2664-6. Driving tips
◆Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (h eating/cooling) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. ( →P. 259)
◆Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. ( →P. 92)
◆Shift lever operation
Shift the shift lever to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving in
heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift le ver to P when parking. When using
the N, there is no positive effect on fuel consumption. In the N, the
gasoline engine operates but elec tricity cannot be generated. Also,
when using the air conditioning s ystem, etc., the hybrid battery
(traction battery) power is consumed.
◆Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
● Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accelerati on and deceleration will make
more effective use of the electric motor (traction motor) without
having to use gasoline engine power.
● Avoid repeated acceleration. Repeated acceleration consumes
hybrid battery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor fuel con-
sumption. Battery power can be restored by driving with the
accelerator pedal slightly released.
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driv ing, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points:

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

2745-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front control panel (type A)
Front control panel (type B)
Rear control panel (if equipped)
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according
to the temperature setting.
Air conditioning controls