ignition TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 182
Cargo and luggage............ 190
Vehicle load limits ............. 193
Trailer towing..................... 194
Dinghy towing.................... 195
4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch ...... 196
EV drive mode................... 202
Hybrid transmission........... 205
Turn signal lever................ 211
Parking brake .................... 212
Brake Hold ........................ 216
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 218
Automatic High Beam ....... 222
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 226
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 2304-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ...... 235
PCS
(Pre-Collision System)..... 242
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ....... 252
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range ............................... 263
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor)......... 276
• BSM function ................. 280
• RCTA function ............... 283
Rear Camera Detection
function ............................ 288
Intuitive parking assist ....... 292
Intelligent Clearance
Sonar (ICS) ..................... 300
Driving mode select
switches........................... 321
Driving assist systems ....... 323
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips ................................... 330
Winter driving tips .............. 333
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4Driving
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 182
Cargo and luggage ........... 190
Vehicle load limits ............. 193
Trailer towing..................... 194
Dinghy towing ................... 195
4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch ...... 196
EV drive mode .................. 202
Hybrid transmission........... 205
Turn signal lever................ 211
Parking brake .................... 212
Brake Hold ........................ 216
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 218
Automatic High Beam ....... 222
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 226
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 2304-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 235
PCS
(Pre-Collision System) .... 242
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ....... 252
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range............................... 263
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 276
• BSM function ................ 280
• RCTA function .............. 283
Rear Camera Detection
function ........................... 288
Intuitive parking assist....... 292
Intelligent Clearance
Sonar (ICS) ..................... 300
Driving mode select
switches .......................... 321
Driving assist systems ...... 323
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips .................................. 330
Winter driving tips ............. 333

1964-2. Driving procedures
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Press the power switch shortly
and firmly.
When operating the power switch,
one short, firm press is enough. It
is not necessary to press and hold
the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on,
the hybrid system will operate nor-
mally.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started
from any power switch mode.
Check that the “READY” indicator is illuminated.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake (P. 212), and shift the shift lever to P.
Press the power switch.
Release the brake pedal and check that “ACCESSORY” or “IGNI-
TION ON” is not shown on the meter.
Power (ignition) switch
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes
power switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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Stopping the hybrid system
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2014-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Do not leave the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-
ods of time without the hybrid system on.
●If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is displayed on the multi-information
display, the power switch is not off. Exit the vehicle after turning the power
switch off.
●Do not stop the hybrid system when the shift lever is in a position other
than P. If the hybrid system is stopped in another shift lever position, the
power switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY
mode. If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode, 12-volt battery dis-
charge may occur.
■When starting the hybrid system
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
●If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power switch
If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact
your Toyota dealer immediately.

2314-4. Refueling
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WARNING
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot
weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
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charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.

4006-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Tire inflation
pressure
(P. 427)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 410)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Make sure that the “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” on the multi-infor-
mation display and the “READY” indicator are both off.
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
■When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. (P. 408)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
ItemsParts and tools

5068-1. Specifications
How to read oil container label:
API registered mark is added to
some oil containers to help you
select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity
(Reference)
Gasoline engine
6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.)
Power control unit
1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FC16HR-Q8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
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548Alphabetical index
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ............. 197
Compartment ........................ 403
Engine switch........................ 196
Hood ..................................... 401
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 196
Identification number ............ 503
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 449
Ignition switch
(power switch) .................... 196
Overheating .......................... 494
Power switch......................... 196
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 506
Checking ............................... 407
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 333
Engine coolant temperature
gauge........................................ 98
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 505
Checking ............................... 404
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 333
Engine switch .......................... 196
Enhanced VSC ......................... 323
EPS
(Electric Power Steering)...... 324
Warning light ......................... 457
EV drive mode.......................... 202
Event data recorder
(EDR) ........................................ 10
Exclusive jump starting
terminal .................................. 487Flat tire ..................................... 471
Floor mats .................................. 24
Fluid
Brake .................................... 507
Hybrid transmission .............. 507
Washer ................................. 410
Front interior light ................... 353
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 48
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 458
Front personal lights............... 353
Front seat heaters ................... 349
Front seats ............................... 155
Adjustment............................ 155
Cleaning ............................... 389
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Driving position memory ....... 159
Head restraints ..................... 164
Power easy access
system ................................ 159
Seat heaters ......................... 349
Seat ventilators ..................... 349
Front side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 218
Replacing light bulbs ............ 445
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 445
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Fuel
Capacity................................ 504
Fuel gauge.............................. 98
Information............................ 510
Refueling .............................. 230
Type.............................. 504, 510
Warning light......................... 458
Fuel consumption ........... 106, 131
Fuel filler door ......................... 230
If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened .............. 234
Refueling .............................. 230
Fuses ........................................ 442F

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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............. 445
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 .............................. 445
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, 434Hybrid system............................ 75
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting
System ................................. 76
Emergency shut off system .... 80
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ........... 128
EV drive mode ...................... 202
High voltage components ....... 79
Hybrid System Indicator ....... 100
Hybrid system precautions ..... 79
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 330
If the hybrid system
will not start ........................ 482
Overheating .......................... 494
Power (ignition) switch.......... 196
Starting the hybrid system .... 196
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 100
Hybrid transmission................ 205
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P .... 209
Paddle shift switches ............ 208
S mode ................................. 207
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I/M test ...................................... 398
ICS (Intelligent Clearance
Sonar) ..................................... 300
Warning light ......................... 457
Warning messages ............... 311
Identification
Engine................................... 503
Vehicle .................................. 503
Ignition switch
(power switch) ....................... 196
Illuminated entry system ........ 354
Immobilizer system ................... 86
Indicators ................................... 95
Initialization
Intelligent Clearance
Sonar .................................. 311
Items to initialize ................... 535
Tire pressure
warning system .................. 416
Inside rear view mirror ............ 168
Instrument panel light
control ...................................... 99
Intelligent Clearance
Sonar (ICS)............................. 300
Warning light ......................... 457
Warning messages ............... 311
Interior lights............................ 352
Switch ................................... 353
Intuitive parking assist............ 292
Jack
Positioning the jack ............... 402
Vehicle-equipped jack........... 471
Jack handle .............................. 471
Jam protection function
Moon roof.............................. 178
Power window....................... 173Keyless entry
Smart key system ......... 138, 144
Wireless remote
control ........................ 138, 145
Keys .......................................... 134
Battery-saving function ......... 150
Electronic key ....................... 134
Engine switch ....................... 196
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 484
If you lose your keys ..... 135, 137
Key number plate ................. 134
Keyless entry ........................ 134
Mechanical key ..................... 135
Power switch ........................ 196
Replacing the battery............ 439
Warning buzzer .................... 149
Wireless remote control ........ 134
Knee airbags .............................. 34
Lane Departure Alert with
steering control (LDA) .......... 252
Language (multi-
information display).............. 116
LATCH anchors ......................... 59
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ........... 252
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever.............. 401
Hood lock release lever ........ 401
Internal trunk release lever ... 146
Shift lever.............................. 205
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever ............... 166
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Wiper lever ........................... 226
License plate lights
Light switch ........................... 218
Replacing light bulbs ............ 445
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