sport mode TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2019 Owners Manual (in English)

902. Instrument cluster
*2“BSM” indicator
(P. 271)*2“SPORT” indicator
(P. 315)
*2“RCTA” indicator
(P. 271)*2“ECO MODE” indicator
(P. 315)
*5, 6BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) outside rear view
mirror indicators
(P. 271)*2EV drive mode indicator
(P. 196)
*1, 7“AIR BAG
ON/OFF”
indicator
(P. 48)*2
EV indicator ( P. 71)
*7Security indicator
(P. 80, 82) “READY” indicator
(
P. 190)
*2
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator ( P. 286)*2, 8
Low outside tempera-
ture indicator ( P. 92)
*2Smart key system indi-
cator (P. 190)

2034-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
■When driving with dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of e nabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate because radar cruise control with full-
speed range will not be canceled.
● While driving in D or S mode, downshifting to 5 or 4.
● When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in the D posi-
tion. (
P. 315)
■ Restraining sudden start (Drive-start Control)
P. 178
■ Shift lock system
The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the power switc h is in the ON
mode, the brake pedal is depressed and the shift release button is pushed.
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted even though the brake peda l is depressed
and the shift release button is pushed, there may be a problem with the shift
lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer i mmediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensu re that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch off.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
Press and hold the shift lock override
button and then push the button on the
shift knob.
The shift lever can be shifted while both
buttons are pressed.
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3154-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
Normal mode
Use for normal driving.
While in Eco drive mode or Sport mode, press the “NORMAL” switch to
change the driving mode to normal mode.
Eco drive mode
Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during
trips that involve frequent accelerating.
When the “ECO” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on
in the multi-information display.
Sport mode
Use sport mode when increased acceleration response and precise
handling is desired, for exampl e, when driving on mountain road s.
When the “SPORT” switch is pressed, the “SPORT” indicator comes on in
the multi-information display.
Driving mode select switches
The driving modes can be select ed to suit driving condition.
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3164-5. Using the driving support systems
■Operation of the air conditioning 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. 332). To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■ Auto Glide Control
When Auto Glide Control operates, the AGC indicator light will illuminate.
● Auto Glide Control may not operate in the following situations:
• When the brake pedal is depressed
• When a shift position other than D is selected
• When the vehicle speed is approximately 10 mph (15 km/h) or lo wer
• When the vehicle is accelerating on a downward slope
• When the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is operating
• When the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating
• When the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is operating
• When the TRAC or VSC system is operating
• When the TRAC or VSC system is disabled by pressing the VSC OF F
switch
■ Sport mode automatic deactivation
Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the power switch is turned off after
driving in sport mode. ● While driving in Eco drive mode with D
selected, releasing the accelerator
pedal will activate Auto Glide Control
under certain conditions. (Auto Glide
Control may activate before the acceler-
ator pedal is fully released.)
When Auto Glide Control operates, the
electric motor (traction motor) will be
controlled, reducing the deceleration
force and allowing the vehicle to coast,
enhancing fuel economy.

551Alphabetical index
Shift lever ................................. 199Hybrid transmission .............. 199
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 203
S mode ................................. 201
Shift lock system ..................... 203
Side airbags ............................... 35
Side marker lights ................... 212 Light switch ........................... 212
Replacing light bulbs............. 444
Side mirrors ............................. 164 Adjusting and folding ............ 164
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 271
Heaters ................................. 337
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 444
Turn signal lever ................... 205
Smart key system .................... 142 Antenna location ................... 142
Entry functions .............. 132, 138
Starting the hybrid system .... 190
Snow tires ................................ 329
Spare tire .................................. 468
Inflation pressure .................. 504
Storage location .................... 468
Spark plug ................................ 502
Specifications .......................... 498 Speedometer.............................. 92
Sport mode .............................. 315
Steering lock
Column lock release ............. 192
Steering wheel ......................... 160 Adjustment............................ 160
Heated steering wheel .......... 343
Meter control switches ............ 97
Power easy access system .......... ...................... 153
Stoplights Replacing light bulbs ............ 444
Storage feature ........................ 349
Storage precautions................ 349
Stuck If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 495
Sun visors ................................ 356
Sunshade Roof ...................................... 172
Switches Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 216
Brake hold switch ................. 210
Cruise control switch ............ 258
Door lock switches................ 134
Driving mode select switches ............................. 315
Driving position memory switches ............................. 153
Emergency flasher switch..... 446
EV drive mode switch ........... 196