Toyota Avalon (2018 year). Instruction

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Eco-friendly driving

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The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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The brightness of the instrument panel lights

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When the headlight switch is turned to on, the brightness will be reduced
slightly unless the control knob is turned fully clockwise.

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When the knob is turned fully clockwise, the display audio/navigation sys-
tem screen will always be in day mode regardless of the headlight switch
position.

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Customization
The

instrument panel light auto dimmer control can be changed.

(Customizable feature:

→P. 449)

During Eco-friendly acceleration (Eco
driving), Eco Driving Indicator Light will
turn on. If the acceleration exceeds the
Eco driving accelerator upper limit, or the
vehicle is stopped, the light turns off.

Eco Driving Indicator Light will not operate
in the following conditions:

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The shift lever is in anything other than
D.

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The paddle shift switch is used.

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The vehicle is in sport mode.

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The vehicle speed is approximately 80
mph (130 km/h) or higher.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the engine and its components

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Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.

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The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (

→P. 418)

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The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driv-
ing-related data.

● Trip information (→P. 83)

Displays the following items:

• Distance to empty
• Average fuel economy
• Current fuel economy
• ECO Drive Level
• Turn-by-turn navigation

(vehicles with a navigation
system)

● Settings (→P. 85)
● Warning messages and reminder messages (→P. 396)
● Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the

vehicle’s systems or when a reminder message is required. The
display returns to the previous screen by pressing the “DISP” but-
ton. (

→P. 83)

● Cruise control display (if equipped) (→P. 235)
● Dynamic radar cruise control display (if equipped) (→P. 222)
● LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) display (if

equipped) (

→P. 211)

● PCS (Pre-Collision System) display (if equipped) (→P. 198)
● Tire pressure warning system display (→P. 343)

Multi-information display

Display contents

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Switching the display

Items displayed can be
switched by pressing the
“DISP” button.

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Distance to empty

Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with
the quantity of fuel remaining.

• This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As

a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis-
played.

• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may

not be updated.
When refueling, turn the engine switch off. If the vehicle is refueled with-
out turning the engine switch off, the display may not be updated.

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Digital speedometer

Displays the current vehicle speed.

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Average fuel economy

Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was
reset.

• The function can be reset by pressing and holding the “DISP” button

when the average fuel consumption is displayed.

• Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.

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Current fuel economy

Displays the current rate of fuel consumption.

Trip information

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ECO Drive Level

Suggests Eco driving level
based on acceleration.

All green suggests the status
of the most Eco-friendly driv-
ing.

All blue suggests the status
of the least Eco-friendly driv-
ing.

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Sway warning (if equipped)

Detects the sway of the vehicle within a lane, which is often associ-
ated with a decrease in the driver’s attention level, and displays the
decrease in attention using a segment display.
The fewer segments lit, the more the driver may need to rest.

This display is a part of the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) system. The display is enabled when the operating conditions
of the vehicle sway warning are met. (

→P. 211)

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Turn-by-turn navigation (vehicles with a navigation system)

Displays information from the navigation system about the next turn
on the guidance route.

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Customizable items

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Meter settings

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LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (if

equipped) (

→P. 211)

The following LDA system settings can be changed:

Setting up the displays

Item

Settings

Details

Digital Speed

Select to enable/disable the digital
speedometer.

OFF

Units (vehicles without a
navigation system)

English

Select to change the units of mea-
sure displayed.

Metric

Turn-by-Turn (vehicles
with a navigation system)

Select to enable/disable the Turn-
by-turn navigation.

OFF

ECO Indicator

OFF

Select to enable/disable the Eco
Driving Indicator Light.

Item

Settings

Details

Steering Assist

Select to enable/disable steering
wheel assistance.

OFF

Sensitivity

Standard

Select to set the warning sensitiv-
ity.

High

Alert

Select to enable/disable the vehi-
cle sway warning.

OFF

Sensitivity

Standard

Select to set the vehicle sway
warning sensitivity.

Low

High

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Changing the settings

While the vehicle is stopped,
press the “DISP” button until
the “Settings” screen
appears.

Press and hold the “DISP”
button while the “Settings”
screen is displayed.

Press the “DISP” button to
highlight the desired item.

Press and hold the “DISP”
button to change the setting.

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To exit the “Settings” screen,
press the “DISP” button
repeatedly until “EXIT” is
highlighted and then press
and hold the “DISP” button.

If the Lane Departure settings
screen is displayed, press the
“DISP” button repeatedly until
“RETURN” is highlighted, then
press and hold the “DISP”
switch to return to the “Settings”
screen.

The display goes back to step

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System check display
After turning the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, “SYSTEM CHECK” is
displayed while system operation is checked.

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Trip summary display

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Setting display automatic cancelation
In the following situations, setting display in which the settings can be
changed through the “DISP” button will automatically be turned off.

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When a warning message appears while the setting display is displayed

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When the vehicle begins to move while the setting display is displayed

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Tire inflation pressure

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It may take a few minutes to display the tire inflation pressure after the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode. It may also take a few
minutes to display the tire inflation pressure after inflation pressure has
been adjusted

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“---” may be displayed if the tire information cannot be determined due to
unfavorable radio wave conditions.

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Tire inflation pressure changes with temperature. The displayed values
may also be different from the values measured using a tire pressure
gauge.

When the engine is turned off, drive infor-
mation data since the engine was started
is displayed for 3 seconds.

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Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to
use the display.

WARNING

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The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display
monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear
number appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to down-
shift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an
accident resulting in death or injury.

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Cautions during setting up the display
As the engine needs to be running during setting up the display, ensure that
the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area
such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO)
may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious
health hazard.

NOTICE

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During setting up the display
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while setting
up the display features.

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Audio system

Press “APPS” button and select
“Eco” to display the “Trip Informa-
tion” screen.

If the “Trip Information” screen
does not appear, select “Trip
Information”.

Average vehicle speed

Elapsed time

Range

Previous fuel consumption per
minute

Current fuel consumption

Reset the trip information data

“Past Record” screen appears

These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual
conditions.

Fuel consumption information

Fuel consumption information can be displayed on the audio
system screen.

Trip information

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Press “APPS” button and select “Eco” to display the “Past Record”
screen.

If the “Past Record” screen does not appear, select “Past Record”.

Previous fuel economy record

Current fuel economy

Best recorded fuel economy

Update the past record data

Reset the past record data

“Trip Information” screen
appears

Average recorded fuel economy

These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual
conditions.

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Updating the past record data
Selecting “Update” on the “Past Record” screen will update the past record
data.

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Resetting the data
Selecting “Clear” on the consumption screen will reset the consumption data.

Selecting “Clear” on the “Past Record” screen will reset the past record data.

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Customization
The touch button sensitivity can be changed.
(Customizable features:

→P. 449)

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3-1. Key information

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Electronic keys

• Operating the smart key system

(

→P. 108)

• Operating the wireless remote

control function

Mechanical keys

Key number plate

Locks all the doors (

→P. 97)

Unlocks all the doors (

→P. 97)

Pressing the button unlocks the
driver’s door. Pressing the button
again within 5 seconds unlocks the
other doors.

Unlocks the trunk
(press and hold) (

→P. 103)

Sounds the alarm (press and
hold) (

→P. 93)

Keys

The keys

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Wireless remote control

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3-1. Key information

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To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.

The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one side.
If the key cannot be inserted in a
lock cylinder, turn it over and re-
attempt to insert it.

After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the
mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key bat-
tery is depleted or the entry function does not operate properly, you will
need the mechanical key. (

→P. 411)

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Panic mode

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When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch off, lock the glove box and armrest door as
circumstances demand. (

→P. 104, 276, 292)

Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with
the electronic key only.

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If you lose your mechanical keys
New genuine mechanical keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the
other mechanical key and the key number stamped on your key number
plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.

Using the mechanical key

When

is pressed for longer than

about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.

To stop the alarm, press any button on the
electronic key.

3-1. Key information

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When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press
any buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are
carrying an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not
likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic
key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.

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Conditions affecting operation
→P. 114

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Electronic key battery depletion

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The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.

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If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the engine
stops.

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As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi-
cate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery
when necessary. (

→P. 360)

• The smart key system or the wireless remote control does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.

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To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1
m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:

• TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers

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Replacing the battery
→P. 360

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Confirmation of the registered key number
The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask
your Toyota dealer for details.

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If a wrong key is used
The key cylinder rotates freely to isolate inside mechanism.

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Customization
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features:

→P. 449)

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Certification for wireless remote control

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For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

FCC ID: HYQ23AAP
FCC ID: HYQ14FBA

NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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For vehicles sold in Canada

NOTE:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

3-1. Key information

NOTICE

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To prevent key damage

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Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.

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Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.

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Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.

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Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.

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Do not disassemble the keys.

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Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.

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Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as
TVs, audio systems and induction cookers, or medical electrical equip-
ment, such as low-frequency therapy equipment.

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Carrying the electronic key on your person
Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appli-
ances that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances
within 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, caus-
ing the key to not function properly.

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In case of a smart key system malfunction or other key-related prob-
lems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to
your Toyota dealer.

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When an electronic key is lost
If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Visit your Toyota dealer immediately with all remaining electronic
keys that was provided with your vehicle.

Toyota Avalon (2018 year). Instruction - part 6