fuel type TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

15Pictorial index
Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 226
Precautions for winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 333
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 230
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 502
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 415
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 506
Winter tires/tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 333
Checking/rotation/tire pressur e warning system . . . . . . . . .P. 415
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 469
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 401
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 401
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 503
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 492
Front turn signal lights/parking lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211, 218
Headlights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Front side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Front turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211
Daytime running lights/parking lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Front turn signal lights/cornering light . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211, 218
Side turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211
Rear turn signal lights/ rear side marker lights/
tail lights/stoplights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 211, 218
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 205
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
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Light bulbs of the exter ior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 444, Watts: P. 507)
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10
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12
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15
16
17
*: If equipped

1072. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Gadget*4
The following items can be displayed by changing the settings for gad-
get content and fuel economy type on . ( P. 1 1 1 )
Average fuel economy
Displayed item (listed below) can be changed on the fuel econom y type
screen of . ( P. 111 )
●Total (after reset)
Displays the average fuel consumption since the display was res et.*1, 5
●Tank (after refuel)
Displays the average fuel consumption since the vehicle was ref u-
eled.
*1, 2
4
Displayable item
ContentGadget
contentFuel economy type
Average
vehicle
speed Trip
(after start)
Displays the average vehicle speed since
hybrid system start.
To t a l
(after reset)Displays the average vehicle speed since the
display was reset.
*5
Distance
Trip
(after start)Displays the distance driven since vehicle
start.
To t a l
(after reset)Displays the distance driven since the display
was reset.
*5
Elapsed
time
Trip
(after start)Displays the elapsed time since hybrid system
start.
To t a l
(after reset)Displays the elapsed time since the display
was reset.
*5
5

1162. Instrument cluster
■ Meter settings
Press and hold to change the se ttings of the following items:
*1: Selecting this item will only change the gadget.
*2: Selecting this item will turn the display of the gadget off.
ItemSettingsDetails
Language Select to change the language
displayed.
UnitsSelect to change the units of
measure displayed.
(EV indicator)
OnSelect to enable/disable the EV
indicator. (
P. 77)
Off
SpeedometerOnSelect to enable/disable the
speedometer display.
Off
Gadget content
OffNo display
Average vehicle
speed
Select to turn the display of a
gadget.
Distance
Elapsed time
Fuel economy type
Trip (after start)*1
Select to change the average
fuel consumption display and an
item to be displayed as gadget.Total (after reset)
Tank
(after refuel)
*2
Multi-information display off
Select to turn the multi-informa-
tion display off.
To turn the multi-information dis-
play on again, press any direc-
tion switch ( /
//).
Pop-up display
Intersection guid-
ance (if equipped)
Select to enable/disable the pop-
up display.Incoming calls
Brightness adjust-
ment
Default settingSelect to reset the meter display
settings to the default setting.

2194-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
●When the steering wheel or turn signal lever is operated while the
headlights are on (lo w beam), a cornering light will turn on and light
up the direction of movement of the vehicle. The cornering ligh ts
are designed to ensur e excellent visibility when making a turn at an
intersection.
However, when vehicle speed is approximately 93 mph (150 km/h) or
higher, the cornering lights will not turn on.
● When the shift position is in R while the headlights are on (lo w
beam), both cornering lights will turn on. This is designed to
enhance visibilit y when parking.
■Daytime running light system
●Type A:
The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the low beam
headlights and illuminate dimmer than the low beam headlights.
Type B:
The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the parking
lights and illuminate brighter than the parking lights.
● To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during dayti me driving,
the daytime running lights turn on automatically when all of the following
conditions are met. (The daytime running lights are not designe d for use at
night.)
• The hybrid system is starting
• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the or
* position
*: When the surroundings are bright
The daytime running lights remain on after they illuminate, even if the parking
brake is set again.
● Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switc h.
● Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running ligh t system
offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve
fuel economy.
■ Cornering lights (if equipped)
When the cornering lights are on for more than 30 minutes, they will turn off
automatically.
Cornering light s (if equipped)

2304-4. Refueling
●Close all the doors and windows, and turn the power switch off.
● Confirm the type of fuel. ( P. 508)
■Fuel types
P. 502, 508
■ Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp illuminates
The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate erroneously if re fueling is per-
formed repeatedly when the fuel tank is nearly full.
Opening the fuel tank cap
The fuel tank of your vehicle h as a special structure, which
requires a reduction in fuel tank pressure before refueling. After
the opener switch has been pressed, it will take several second s
until the vehicle is r eady for refueling.
Before refueling the vehicle

4807-2. 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. 483)
● There may not be sufficient f uel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● There may be a mal function in the immobilizer system.
(  P. 86)
● There may be a malfunction i n the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfunc tioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. H ow-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. ( P. 481)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 485)
● The 12-volt battery terminal conn ections may be loose or corroded.
(  P. 411)
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the followi ng and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 1 9 6 )
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does no t
sound or sounds at a low volume.

5028-1. Specifications
Engine
ModelA25A-FXS
Type4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke 3.44  4.07 in. (87.5  103.4 mm)
Displacement 151.8 cu. in. (2487 cm3)
Valve clearance Automatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)13 gal. (49.3 L, 10.8 Imp. gal.)
Electric motor (Traction motor)
Type
Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 88 kW
Maximum torque 149 ft•lbf (202 N•m, 20.6 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (Traction battery)
TypeNickel-metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/module
Capacity 6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity 34 modules
Nominal voltage 244.8 V

5108-1. Specifications
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
● Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engi ne will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way ca talytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performan ce
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine k nocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

548Alphabetical index
Front side marker lightsLight switch ........................... 218
Replacing light bulbs............. 444
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 444
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 502
Fuel gauge .............................. 98
Information ............................ 508
Refueling............................... 230
Type .............................. 502, 508
Warning light ......................... 456
Fuel consumption............ 106, 131
Fuel filler door.......................... 230 If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened............... 234
Refueling............................... 230
Fuses ........................................ 441
Garage door opener ................ 377
Gauges ....................................... 98
Glove box ................................. 356
Grocery bag hooks .................. 361 Head restraints ........................ 164
Head-up display....................... 121
Headlights ................................ 218
Automatic High Beam ........... 222
Light switch ........................... 218
Replacing light bulbs ............ 444
Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination.......... 220
Heated steering wheel ............ 349
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system............ 338
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 343
Seat heaters ......................... 349
High mounted stoplight Replacing.............................. 444
High voltage components ........ 79
Hill-start assist control ........... 323
Hood ......................................... 401
Hooks Coat hooks ........................... 376
Grocery bag hooks ............... 361
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 24
Horn .......................................... 167
HUD (Head-up display) ........... 121
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ..................... 79
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) air
intake vent ....................... 80, 434
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553Alphabetical index
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range) ..................................... 264
Radiator .................................... 408
Rear Camera Detection Function ................................. 288
Rear Cross Traffic Alert .......... 283
Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake ............................. 302
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light ........................ 456
Rear personal lights ................ 353
Rear seat
Folding down ........................ 157
Rear seat heaters..................... 349
Rear side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 218
Replacing light bulbs............. 444
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 444
Turn signal lever ................... 211 Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror .......... 168
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 170
Rear window defogger ............ 343
Refueling .................................. 230 Capacity................................ 502
Fuel types ..................... 502, 508
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 234
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 233
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 439
Fuses .................................... 441
Light bulbs ............................ 444
Tires...................................... 469
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 536
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is
required.................................. 393
Road accident cautions ............ 83
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.