Toyota 2010 Avalon Owner's manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks,

mirrors, and steering column.

2

When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

3

Interior

features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other

interior features for a comfortable driving experience.

4

Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-

yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

5

When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat

tire, or is involved in an accident.

6

Vehicle

specifications

Detailed vehicle information.

7

For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt

instructions for Canadian owners.

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this

manual.

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1-1. Key information

Keys ..................................... 22

1-2. Opening, closing and locking

the doors and trunk

Smart key system................. 24

Wireless remote control ....... 36

Doors.................................... 40

Trunk.................................... 46

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, steering wheel,

mirrors)

Front seats........................... 50

Rear seats............................ 53

Driving position memory

system................................ 55

Head restraints..................... 59

Seat belts............................. 61

Steering wheel ..................... 68

Inside rear view mirror.......... 70

Outside rear view mirrors..... 72

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof

Power windows.................... 74

Moon roof............................. 77

1-5. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank

cap ..................................... 80

1-6. Theft deterrent system

Engine immobilizer

system................................ 83

Alarm.................................... 85

Theft prevention labels

(U.S.A.)............................... 87

1-7. Safety information

Correct driving posture......... 88

SRS airbags ......................... 90

Front passenger occupant

classification system......... 103

Child restraint systems....... 109

Installing child restraints..... 113

2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle.............. 124

Engine (ignition) switch

(with smart key

system)............................. 133

Engine (ignition) switch

(without smart key

system)............................. 137

Automatic transmission ...... 140

Turn signal lever................. 145

Parking brake ..................... 146

Horn.................................... 147

2-2. Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters............ 148

Indicators and warning

lights................................. 151

Center display..................... 154

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Before driving

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When driving

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2-3. Operating the lights and

windshield wipers

Headlight switch.................. 156

Fog light switch................... 159

Windshield wipers and

washer.............................. 160

2-4. Using other driving systems

Cruise control...................... 165

Dynamic laser cruise

control............................... 168

Driving assist systems ........ 181

2-5. Driving information

Cargo and luggage ............. 184

Vehicle load limits............... 188

Winter driving tips ............... 189

Trailer towing ...................... 194

Dinghy towing ..................... 195

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger

Automatic air conditioning

system .............................. 198

Using the steering wheel

climate control

switches............................ 206

Rear window and outside

rear view mirror

defoggers.......................... 208

3-2. Using the audio system

Audio system type.............. 210

Audio cover ........................ 212

Using the radio................... 213

Using the CD player........... 220

Playing MP3 and

WMA discs....................... 228

Optimal use of the audio

system.............................. 236

Using the AUX adapter....... 238

Using the steering wheel

audio switches.................. 239

3-3. Using the hands-free system

(for cellular phone)

Hands-free system

(for cellular phone)........... 242

Using the hands-free

system.............................. 246

Making a phone call ........... 254

Setting a cellular phone...... 259

Security and system

setup ................................ 264

Using the phone book ........ 267

3-4. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ................. 275

3-5. Using the storage features

List of storage features....... 278

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3-6. Other interior features

Sun visors .......................... 286

Vanity mirrors..................... 287

Clock .................................. 288

Outside temperature

display.............................. 289

Ashtrays ............................. 290

Power outlets ..................... 291

Seat heaters/ventilators ..... 293

Armrest............................... 295

Rear sunshade................... 296

Floor mats.......................... 298

Trunk features.................... 299

Garage door opener........... 301

Compass............................ 306

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle exterior................. 312

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle interior.................. 315

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance

requirements.................... 318

General maintenance......... 320

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs.......................... 323

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service

precautions....................... 324

Hood................................... 327

Positioning a floor jack........ 328

Engine compartment .......... 330

Tires.................................... 345

Tire inflation pressure......... 354

Wheels................................ 358

Air conditioning filter........... 360

Key battery ......................... 363

Checking and replacing

fuses................................. 367

Headlight aim (with discharge

headlights)........................ 376

Light bulbs.......................... 378

5-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers............ 384

If your vehicle needs to be

towed................................ 385

If you think something is

wrong................................ 389

Fuel pump shut off

system.............................. 390

Event data recorder............ 391

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Maintenance and care

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When trouble arises

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning light turns on

or a warning buzzer

sounds.............................. 393

If you have a flat tire............ 405

If the engine will not

start................................... 414

If the shift lever cannot be

shifted from P.................... 416

If you lose your keys........... 417

If the electronic key does not

operate properly (with smart

key system)....................... 418

If the vehicle battery is

discharged........................ 420

If your vehicle overheats..... 424

If the vehicle becomes

stuck ................................. 427

6-1. Specifications

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.)............ 430

Fuel information.................. 439

Tire information................... 442

6-2. Customization

Customizable features........ 454

6-3. Initialization

Items to initialize ................. 458

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners ................ 460

Seat belt instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French)........................ 461

Abbreviation list................ 466

Alphabetical index............. 467

What to do if....................... 474

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Vehicle specifications

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For owners

Index

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Headlight (high beam)

P. 156

Pictorial index

Exterior

Turn signal light

P. 145

Fog light

P. 159

Side marker light

P. 156

Headlight (low beam)

P. 156

Hood

P. 327

Windshield wiper

P. 160

Moon roof

P. 77

Outside rear view

mirror

P. 72

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Tire

●Rotation

●Replacement

●Inflation pressure

●Information

P. 345

P. 405

P. 437

P. 442

Tail lights

P. 156

Side marker light

P. 156

Trunk

P. 46

Rear window defogger

P. 208

Door

P. 40

Fuel filler door

P. 80

Turn signal light

P. 145

: If equipped

Back-up light

Tail/stop light

P. 156

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A

Power window

switch

P. 74

Pictorial index

Interior

Seat belt

P. 61

Front passenger

airbag

P. 90

SRS knee airbag

P. 90

SRS driver airbag

P. 90

Floor mat

P. 298

Door pocket

P. 285

Front seat

P. 50

SRS side airbag

P. 90

Console box

P. 280

Power outlets

P. 291

Cup holders

P. 284

Armrest

P. 295

AUX adapter

P. 238

Head restraint

P. 59

Storage compartment 

P. 283

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Compass

P. 306

Garage door opener switches

P. 301

Inside rear view mirror

P. 70

Personal light

P. 277

Moon roof switch

P. 77

Interior light

P. 277

Vanity mirror

P. 287

Personal light

P. 277

Sun visor

P. 286

SRS curtain shield airbag

P. 90

A

: If equipped

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B

Door lock switch

P. 40

Window lock switch

P. 74

Power window switches

P. 74

Pictorial index

Interior

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C

Cup holders

P. 284

Navigation system switches*

Ashtray

P. 290

Seat heater/ventilator switch

P. 293

Shift lock override button

P. 416

Shift lever

P. 140

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

Storage compartment

P. 283

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Headlight switch

Turn signal lever

Fog light switch

P. 156

P. 145

P. 159

Gauges and meters

P. 148

Windshield wipers and

washer switch

P. 160

Trunk opener main switch

P. 46

Glove box

P. 279

Telescopic lock release

lever

P. 68

Parking brake pedal

P. 146

Tilt lock release lever

P. 68

Driving position

memory switches



P. 55

Tire pressure warning reset switch

(hidden under panel)

P. 346

Horn

P. 147

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Audio remote control switches

P. 239

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles without smart key

system)

P. 137

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

A

B

Telephone switch

P. 247

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles with smart key system)

P. 133

Climate remote control

switches

P. 206

Talk switch*

P. 247

Distance switch

P. 172

Cruise control switch

P. 165, 168

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C

Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Center display

P. 154

Emergency flashers

P. 384

Clock

P. 288

Air conditioning

system

P. 198

Audio system

P. 210

Navigation system*

Rear window and outside rear

view mirror defoggers

P. 208

Air conditioning

system

P. 198

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D

Rear sunshade switch

P. 296

Glass breakage sensor

P. 85

Fuel filler door opener

P. 80

Trunk opener

P. 46

Outside rear view mirror switches

P. 72

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equip-

ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for

equipment not installed on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.

However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we

reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ

from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine

Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound

coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel

evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi-

cles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does

not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance,

repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse

effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Mod-

ification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,

safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addi-

tion, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may

not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could

affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequen-

tial multiport fuel injection system, electronic throttle control system, cruise

control system, dynamic laser cruise control system, vehicle stability control

system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to

check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-

tions regarding installation.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain

explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt

pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be

sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner

removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota

dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply,

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo-

nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con-

trol batteries.

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CAUTION

■ General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ-

ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi-

cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and

reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you,

your occupants or others.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other

drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis-

tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or

reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,

your occupants or others.

■ General precautions regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to

have or use the key.

Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.

There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with

the cigarette lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the

vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the

vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

Symbols used in illustrations

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the

warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in

order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or

its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must

or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota

and its equipment.

Safety symbol

The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”,

“Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turn-

ing, etc.) used to operate switches

and other devices.

Indicates the outcome of an opera-

tion (e.g. a lid opens).

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