Toyota Avalon 2008 Owner's Manual
2008
Quick Reference Guide
Interactive Owner’s Guide
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2008 Avalon Quick Reference Guide
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 9
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry
Light control-Instrument panel 8
Smart Key system
1
2
6
7
Trunk release 8
Air Conditioning/Heating 20
Audio 18
Auto lock functions
2
10
Automatic Transmission 10
Center display 19
Clock 22
Cruise control 16
Cup holders 22
Door locks 21
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control 17
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)
3
16
Lights1& turn signals 13
Moonroof 14
Parking brake 11
Power outlets 22
Seat adjustments-Front 12
Seat adjustments-Rear 12
Seat ventilators/Heaters 21
Seats-Head restraints 11
Steering lock release 10
Steering wheel switches 19
Sunshade-Rear
1
14
Te le p ho ne controls (Bluetooth®) 15
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 11
Windows-Power 14
Windshield wipers & washers
1
12
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Doors-Child safety locks 23
Seat belt comfort guide 24
Seat belts 23
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 23
Spare tire & tools 25
Tire Pressure Warning System reset 24
Trunk-Internal release 25
1
Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2
Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and
more information.
3
HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
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OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls
Steering wheel audio controls
Telephone controls
1
Steering wheel climate controls
Voice command button
Distance button
Driving position memory switches
1,2
1
1
Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light controls
1
Engine (ignition) switch (standard key)
Wiper and washer controls
“ENGINE START STOP” button (Smart Key)
1
Clock
Center display/Navigation system
2
Emergency flasher button
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator and front passenger seat
belt reminder lights
Air Conditioning controls
2
Trunk opener main switch
Audio system
Storage compartment
1
/Navigation system switches
1,2
Outside rearview mirror1/Rear window defogger button
Cruise control
Tilt lock release lever
Telescopic lock release
Tire Pressure Warning System reset
Power rearview mirror control
Glass breakage sensor
Rear sunshade switch
1
1
Trunk opener
Fuel filler door opener
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
1
If equipped
2
For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
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OVERVIEW
Instrument cluster
Engine coolant temperature
Service indicator and reminder
Tachometer
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Trip meter reset button
Odometer and two trip meters
Automatic Transmission shift range display
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator
Dynamic laser cruise control display
Indicator symbols
Brake system warning
Driver seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 9 mph)
Front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 9 mph)
Charging system warning
SRS airbag on-off indicator
Low engine oil pressure warning
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator
1
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
Engine oil replacement reminder
1
Low fuel level warning
Open door warning
Airbag SRS warning
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
1
1
1
1
1
Security indicator
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Automatic headlight leveling system warning
1
Front fog light indicator
Slip indicator
Vehicle Stability Control system warning
Cruise control indicator
2
1
Ready mode indicator
Conventional cruise
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control master warning light
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
1
Anti-lock Brake System warning
Smart Key system warning
2
If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
1
1
5
OVERVIEW
Keyless entry
Locking operation
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Push
Unlocking operation
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 30 seconds of unlocking, all doors will
relock for safety.
Trunk lid operation
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Panic button
Push and hold
Push and hold
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Smart Key system* (if equipped)
Start function
Green indicator ON
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Carrying
Depress
brake pedal
Push
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Power (without starting engine)
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will change the operation mode in succession from:
ACC
ON
OFF
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; the engine not running.
All systems OFF.
Locking/Unlocking operation
Carry remote
to lock/unlock
Locking front door
Push
Opening trunk
Unlocking front door*
Grasp
Push
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only, or all doors. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
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OVERVIEW
Fuel tank door release and cap
Push
Store
Light control-Instrument panel
Tu rn
NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not
tightened enough, Check Engine
“ ” indicator may illuminate.
+
Brightness
control
-
Trunk release
Trunk opener Main switch
Push
8
ON
OFF
Hood release
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Pull
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Engine maintenance
Engine coolant reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Windshield washer fluid tank
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will
help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,”
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement.”
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Auto lock functions
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different
modes, or turned OFF.
1. Doors lock: when shifting from “Park.”
Doors unlock: when shifting into “Park.”
2. Doors lock: when the vehicle speed goes above 12 mph.
Doors unlock: when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after
turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch OFF.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Automatic Transmission
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
* The “ENGINE START STOP” switch/engine must be ON and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from “Park.”
“S”
“D”
“S” (Sequential) mode
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
Floor shift type:
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (pull and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking
downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.
Steering lock release
Smart Key system Without Smart Key system
Tu rn
Tu rn
Tu rn
Push
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Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Angle
Lock release lever
Lock release lever
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length and return lever.
Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Seats-Head restraints
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Length
11
Lock release button
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seat adjustments-Front
Manual seat
Seatback angle
Position
Leg support (if equipped)
Lumbar support (if equipped)
Position, cushion angle and height
Seat adjustments-Rear
Power seat
Seatback angle lever
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Windshield wipers & washers
With interval wiper
Adjust interval
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
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With AUTO rain-sensing wiper
Adjust sensor
sensitivity
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Auto wipe
Slow
Fast
Lights & turn signals
Headlights
Headlights
Parking lights
Auto
DRL OFF
High beam
Low beam
High beam flasher
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns
on the headlights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a
delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed.
Front fog lights (if equipped)
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Tu rn
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Turn signals
Right turn
Lane change
Left turn
Lane change
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Windows-Power
Driver side
Window lock switch
Up
Down
Automatic operation (front windows only) Push the switch completely
down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop
window midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window
remains operable.
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the window needs to be reinitialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Moonroof (if equipped)
Sliding operation
Tilting operation
Open
Close
Recommended driving
position to minimize
wind noise.
Close
Tilt
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the moonroof needs to be reinitialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Sunshade-Rear (if equipped)
When shifting to
reverse, sunshade
retracts automatically,
and then rises again
when driving forward.
Push
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Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)
(if equipped)
Audio unit
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Steering wheel telephone switches
Vol ume
End call
Start call
Voice command button
Microphone
Bluetooth®technology allows you to place or receive calls without taking
your hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the
compatible telephone and the system.
Refer to “Hands-free system (for cellular phone),” Section 3-3 in the
Owner’s Manual for more details.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)*
(if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can
be programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 3-6 in the Owner’s Manual for
more details.
For programming assistance, contact the Toyota Customer Experience
Center at 1-800-331-4331, or visit http://www.homelink.com.
*HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Cruise control (if equipped)
Turning system ON/OFF
System ON/OFF
Functions
2
Resu me
1
Cancel
Set
1
The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
2
The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
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Increase speed
Decrease speed
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control (if equipped)
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety
precautions before attempting to use “Dynamic Laser Cruise Control.”
Fixed speed mode
(1) To select conventional/fixed speed control Push the ON-OFF button.
Push the lever forward and hold until the “NORM.” indicator appears.
(2) To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to instructions for Cruise
Control on the previous page.
Distance control mode
Distance control mode will cruise at a set speed, decelerate to maintain
selected distance from a slower vehicle in front of you, and accelerate
back up to the selected speed if the vehicle in front of you changes lanes
or speeds up.
(1) To select distance control mode Push the ON-OFF button. The
“READY” and “CRUISE” indicator will come on.
(2) To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to instructions for Cruise
Control on the previous page.
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Note: Once vehicle speed is set, pushing lever up toward “+ RES” will
increase speed to the nearest 5 mph, and then in 5 mph increments.
Pushing lever down toward “- SET” will reduce speed in the same way.
LONG
MIDDLE
SHORT
(3) To change the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
Push the distance button to cycle through the settings, which will
change progressively from LONG to MIDDLE to SHORT.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Audio
Eject CD
Seek
station/
CD track
select
Push to turn
ON/OFF
Preset buttons - functions in other
modes indicated above number
Select CD
AM/Satellite
Radio
Mode
Push to skip up/down folder
and radio category type
Station/CD
track scan
View CD
text
Load CD(s)
Push to
adjust tone
& balance
CD PLAYER
To scan tracks on a disc Push and hold “SCAN.” Push again to hold
selection.
CD changer
-To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc.
-To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep.
Insert one disc. Shutter will close and then re-open for next disc.
To select a CD Push “DISC ” or “DISC .”
To select a file (MP3/WMA only) Turn “TUNE.FILE.”
To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of “FOLDER.”
v
v
RADIO
To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset
button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to
select.
To scan stations Push and hold “SCAN” to scan preset stations. Push again
to hold selection.
AUX audio jack
By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music
from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system.
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Steering wheel switches (if equipped)
Audio control
Volume control
v
v
“ ”
Climate control
Temperature
selector
Auto A/C ON
System OFF
-In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek the
next strong station.
-In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track; push and
hold to select a disc.
“MODE”
Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn
the audio system OFF.
Center display
Without navigation system
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Audio display
Air Conditioning display
Outside temperature
Trip information display
Pattern selector knob
Display item can be switched by pushing the knob: (1) Entire display
(2) Audio display and Air Conditioning display (3) OFF.
With navigation system Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/Heating
Display
Without navigation system
Control
Temperature (driver side)
Temperature (passenger side)
Climate control OFF
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Fresh or recirculated cabin air
Automatic climate control ON
Outside rearview mirror*/Rear defogger
Airflow vent
In “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to reduce
window fogging.
Fan speed
“DUAL” button
Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and
passenger.
Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and
passenger.
Windshield defogger
* If equipped
With navigation system
20
Seat ventilators/Heaters (if equipped)
With ventilator
Push
Tu rn
Heater only
Tu rn
Push
Push knob to pop the controller out. Turn clockwise for heater, counterclockwise for ventilator.
Door locks
Lock
Unlock
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Power outlets
Auxiliary box
Engine switch/“ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON”
position to be used.
Console box
Cup holders
Front
Rear with console box
Rear
Clock
Without navigation system
H-Hour set
M-Minute set
:00-Round OFF minutes
With navigation system Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
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SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Doors-Child safety locks
Rear door
Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from
the outside.
Seat belts
Take up slack
Too high
Keep as low on
hips as possible
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be reextended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is
used to help hold child restraint systems securely.
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child
restraint system, refer to the Owner's Manual.
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Push up, or
squeeze lock
release to lower
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Seat belt comfort guide
Rear seat outside position guides provide added comfort for children who
have outgrown child restraints.
Tire Pressure Warning System reset
System reset initialization
1. Push and hold “ SET” button
until the indicator blinks
three times.
2. Wait a few minutes to allow
initialization to complete.
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including spare),
indicator comes on. Pushing “ SET” button should not turn off the light.
Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes.
After replacing/rotating tire or wheels, the system must be initialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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Trunk-Internal release
Spare tire & tools
Tool location
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Pull
Spare tire cover
Jack handle
Spare tire
Luggage floor cover
Wheel nut wrench
Jack
Removing the spare tire
Remove the luggage cover.
Loosen and remove the center fastener.
Remove the spare tire cover.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning
procedures.
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Customer Experience Center
1-800-331-4331
MN 00505-QRG08-AVA
Printed in the USA 7/07
TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Before driving
1-1. Key information.................. 22
Keys..................................... 22
1-6. Theft deterrent system....... 75
Engine immobilizer system... 75
Alarm.................................... 77
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................... 79
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and
trunk.................................. 24
Smart key system................. 24
Wireless remote control ....... 35
Doors.................................... 39
Trunk.................................... 44
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, steering wheel,
mirrors) ............................. 46
Front seats........................... 46
Rear seats............................ 48
Driving position memory
system................................ 50
Head restraints..................... 53
Seat belts............................. 54
Steering wheel ..................... 61
Inside rear view mirror.......... 62
Outside rear view mirrors..... 64
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof.. 66
Power windows .................... 66
Moon roof............................. 69
1-5. Refueling............................. 72
Opening the fuel tank cap.... 72
1-7. Safety information.............. 80
Correct driving posture......... 80
SRS airbags ......................... 82
Front passenger occupant
classification system........... 93
Child restraint systems ......... 99
Installing child restraints..... 102
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures........... 114
Driving the vehicle.............. 114
Engine (ignition) switch
(with smart key system).... 122
Engine (ignition) switch
(without smart key
system)............................. 126
Automatic transmission ...... 129
Turn signal lever................. 133
Parking brake ..................... 134
2-2. Instrument cluster............ 135
Gauges and meters............ 135
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 138
Center display..................... 141
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2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers........... 143
Headlight switch.................. 143
Fog light switch................... 145
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................. 146
2-4. Using other driving
systems ........................... 149
Cruise control...................... 149
Dynamic laser cruise
control............................... 152
Driving assist systems ........ 163
2-5. Driving information........... 166
Cargo and luggage ............. 166
Vehicle load limits............... 169
Winter driving tips ............... 170
Trailer towing ...................... 175
Dinghy towing ..................... 176
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Interior features
3-2. Using the audio system... 188
Audio system type.............. 188
Audio cover ........................ 190
Using the radio................... 191
Using the CD player........... 198
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs................................. 206
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 214
Using the AUX adapter....... 216
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 217
3-3. Using the hands-free
system............................. 220
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........... 220
Using the hands-free
system.............................. 223
Making a phone call ........... 231
Setting a cellular phone...... 236
Security and system
setup ................................ 241
Using the phone book ........ 244
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2
3
4
5
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger...... 178
Automatic air conditioning
system .............................. 178
Using the steering wheel
climate control switches.... 185
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers.......................... 187
3-4. Using the interior lights... 252
Interior lights list ................. 252
3-5. Using the storage
features........................... 255
List of storage features....... 255
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