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Page 2 aU−3 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 3: Important Information About This Manual
Important information about this manual Safety and vehicle damage warnings Safety symbol Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle dam- age warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage. The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are used in this manual are explained as follows: CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may cause...
Page 4: Occupant Restraint Systems
None of these systems, either individ- Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to ually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the read Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully.
Page 5: Event Data Recorder
Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section D Engine speed 1−3 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time D Whether the brake pedal was applied or not of ownership of this vehicle.
Page 6 D SRS airbag system diagnostic data Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control D An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leas- (VSC) system, its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may con- tain another EDR.
Page 7 Important health and safety New vehicle warranty information about your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: CAUTION New vehicle warranty Emission control systems warranty WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- Others ents, and a wide variety of automobile compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s War-...
Page 8: Radio System
SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for pre- cautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
Page 9: Smart Key System
For details, see “Keys” on page 14 and “Smart key sioner removed and disposed of by the qualified service system” on page 27 in Section 1−2. shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your vehicle. Tires and loading on your...
Page 10 The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle.
Page 11 The repair manual outlines exactly what main- The repair manual for AVALON may be pur- tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the chased from any Toyota dealer or the Material work yourself step−by−step. Distribution Center. To purchase the repair...
Page 12 WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts. Toyota belts are: Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.
Page 13: Operation Of Instruments And
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
Page 14: Instrument Panel Overview
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Instrument panel overview "View A 1. Side vents 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center cluster 5. Garage door opener switches 6. Auxiliary boxes 7. Front personal lights, interior light and/or electric moon roof switches 8.
Page 15 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) "View B (with key cylinder−type ignition switch) 1. Instrument panel light control knob 2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 3. Audio remote control switches 4. Speech command switch (See the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”) 5.
Page 16 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 16. Glass breakage sensor 17. Trunk opener switch 18. Fuel filler door opener switch 19. Power rear view mirror control switches...
Page 17 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) "View B (with smart key system) 1. Instrument panel light control knob 2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 3. Audio remote control switches 4. Speech command switch (See the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”) 5.
Page 18 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 16. Telescopic steering lock release lever 17. Glass breakage sensor 18. Rear electric sunshade switch 19. Trunk opener switch 20. Fuel filler door opener switch 21. Power rear view mirror control switches...
Page 19: Instrument Cluster Overview
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Instrument cluster overview 1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5. Fuel gauge 9. Automatic transmission shift range position display 2. Service reminder indicators and 6. Low fuel level warning light indicator lights 10. Dynamic laser cruise control display 7.
Page 20: Center Cluster Overview
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Center cluster overview 1. Clock 4. “AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF” ∗ 1 indicator lights 2. Center display 5. Pattern selector knob (for center 3. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ∗ 2 display) light ∗ 1 : If your vehicle is equipped with navigation system, see the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Page 21: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ 1 Open door warning light ∗ 1 Brake system warning light ∗ 1 SRS warning light ∗ 1 Vehicle stability control system and traction Driver’s seat belt reminder light ∗ 1 control system warning light ∗...
Page 22 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) ∗ 1 : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 145 in Section 1−6. Headlight indicator light ∗ 2 : If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 176 in Section 1−7. Tail light indicator light ∗...
Page 23: Table Of Contents
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys ............Engine immobilizer system .
Page 24: Keys
When using a key containing a trans- 1. Master keys (black)—These keys work ponder chip, observe the following in every lock. Your Toyota dealer will precautions: need one of them to make a new key with a built−in transponder chip.
Page 25 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under direct sunlight.
Page 26 1. Electronic keys—These keys can lock system has been placed in the electronic made by a Toyota dealer using the key or unlock all the doors and can open keys. These chips are needed to enable number.
Page 27 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) NOTICE CAUTION When using a electronic key contain- People with implanted pacemakers ing a transponder chip, observe the or cardiac defibrillators should keep following precautions: away from the smart key system z Do not affix any material that cuts antennas, because the radio waves off electromagnetic waves (such as may affect the operation of such...
Page 28: Engine Immobilizer System
If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be Vehicles with smart key system—The igni- made by Toyota dealer using the key tion switch is turned off. number. The indicator light will start flashing to We recommend writing down the key num- show that the system is set.
Page 29 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) If any of the following indicator conditions For your Toyota dealer to make you a For vehicles sold in U.S.A. occur, contact your Toyota dealer. new key with built−in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number FCC ID: MOZRI−21BTY...
Page 30: Wireless Remote Control
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Wireless remote control— For vehicles sold in Canada 1. Lock switch 2. Unlock switch This device complies with RSS−210 of 3. Alarm switch Industry Canada. Operation is subject to 4. Trunk opener switch the following two conditions: 5.
Page 31 1 m (3 ft.) of the vehicle. with smart key system) for the same ve- following two conditions: hicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for de- When you operate any switch, push it (1) This device may not cause harmful tailed information.
Page 32 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Locking and unlocking doors NOTICE: Reorient or relocate the receiving an- This equipment has been tested and tenna. found to comply with the limits for a Increase the separation between the Class B digital device, pursuant to Part equipment and receiver.
Page 33 For details, contact your Toyota smart key system. dealer. Check to see that the doors are securely If the key is in the ignition (vehicles with locked.
Page 34 The time before automatic door lock func- tion can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. the lock or unlock switch is kept pressed in, the locking or unlocking opera- tion is not repeated. Release the switch and then push again.
Page 35 The alarm will last for one minute. To stop Contact your Toyota dealer for details. the alarm midway, push the switch once Trunk lid opens by pushing the trunk again, unlock a door with the transmitter, Vehicles with key cylinder−type ignition...
Page 36 Replace only with same or NOTICE equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer. z Take care not to damage the circuit z Dispose of used batteries according board. to the local laws. z Do not bend the terminals.
Page 37 Toyota dealer. If you have to do it your- adhere to the transmitter case. self, use a CR1632 lithium battery or z Close the transmitter case securely.
Page 38 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 1. Push the release button and take out 2. Using a flathead screwdriver or equiva- 3. Remove the discharged transmitter bat- the mechanical key. lent, open the transmitter case. tery by flathead screwdriver or equiva- lent. Insert the guide groove and lift as shown in the above illustration.
Page 39: Smart Key System
Close the transmitter case securely. LOCK FUNCTION” described below.) Close the transmitter case securely. After replacing the battery, check that the transmitter operates properly. If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer.
Page 40 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) ENTRY FUNCTION START CAUTION FUNCTION By carrying the key, you can lock and People with implanted pacemakers unlock the doors and start the engine. or cardiac defibrillators should keep Entry function—You can lock and unlock away from the smart key system the doors and open the trunk without in- antennas, because the radio waves serting the key in the keyhole.
Page 41 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) STEERING LOCK FUNCTION ANTENNA LOCATION When the driver’s door is opened after 1. Antenna inside cabin and trunk turning off the engine, the steering wheel 2. Antenna outside cabin and trunk will lock. The steering lock is automatically un- locked when the “ENGINE START STOP”...
Page 42 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 2. Start function actuation area—Inside When the electronic key is near a high−voltage or noise−emitting device. of the cabin. When you are carrying an electronic The start function may not be activated key together with a key for another if the key is on the instrument panel, smart key system equipped vehicle or on the package tray, in the glove box...
Page 43 Do not leave the key near the 1. While the brake pedal is depressed, vehicle (within 2 m [7 ft.]). touch the Toyota logo side of the electronic key to the “ENGINE START vehicle battery may drain STOP”...
Page 44 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) To reactivate the smart key system, per- For vehicles sold in U.S.A. For vehicles sold in Canada form any of the following: FCC ID: NI4TMLF−1 This device complies with RSS−210 of (a) Press the lock button on the outside Industry Canada.
Page 45 Warning lights and buzzers ment. ence to radio or television reception, For details, contact your Toyota dealer. which can be determined by turning the For vehicles sold in Canada If the smart key system does not oper-...
Page 46: Side Doors
This double key turning operation to un- lock all the doors can be changed to a single key turning operation. For details, Vehicles with key cylinder−type ignition contact your Toyota dealer. switch Vehicles with smart key system—For 3 seconds after the doors have been locked, the doors cannot be re−unlocked via the...
Page 47 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) When the engine is not turned off. A beep will sound continuously for 2 sec- onds. When the key is left in the vehicle. A beep will sound continuously for 2 sec- onds. When attempting to lock the doors with the key near a window or a door han- dle.
Page 48 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Wearing gloves may slow response time. SELECTING DOORS TO BE UNLOCKED 2. All doors—In this mode, all doors (ex- For 3 seconds after the doors have been WITH ENTRY FUNCTION cept the trunk) unlocks when any of locked, the doors cannot be re−unlocked the door handles is grasped.
Page 49 CAUTION Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. The doors will open and an accident may occur. Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle. Passenger’s side...
Page 50 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Automatic door locking and unlocking functions Push the switch. AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING To select the locking linked with the shift position: To lock: Push the switch down on the You can select the following functions: front side. 1.
Page 51 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) To select the locking linked with the AUTOMATIC DOOR UNLOCKING To select the unlocking linked with the vehicle speed: shift position: You can select the following functions: 1. Close all doors and turn the ignition 1. Close all doors and turn the ignition Unlocking linked with the shift posi- switch to ON.
Page 52 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Rear door child−protectors To select the unlocking linked with the CAUTION ignition switch: 1. Close all doors and turn the ignition Before driving, be sure that the doors switch to ON. closed locked, especially 2. Shift the selector lever from “P” to the when small children are in the ve- “N”...
Page 53: Power Windows
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Power windows The windows can be operated with the Window lock switch switch on each door. The power windows work when the ignition switch is set at ON. Key off operation: If both front doors are closed, it works for 43 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off.
Page 54 Toyota dealer. window stops and opens half way. If the window receives a strong impact, this function may work even if nothing is caught.
Page 55 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) OPERATING THE REAR WINDOWS CAUTION Use the switch on each rear doors or the switches on the driver’s door that To avoid death or serious personal in- control rear passengers’ windows. jury, you must do the following. The window moves as long as you hold Before you close the power win- the switch.
Page 56: Trunk Lid
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Trunk lid— Never leave anyone (particularly a CAUTION small child) alone in your vehicle, with the key left in the vehicle. Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- Otherwise, he/she could use the ing. This not only keeps the luggage power window switches and get...
Page 57 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Trunk opener main switch A warning buzzer may sound when: The key is brought into the cabin after the trunk is opened, and the trunk is then closed. The key is near the trunk when the trunk is closed. The buzzer may sound even when the key is not in the trunk.
Page 58 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —In case the trunk opener is not actuated —Luggage security system 1. Pull down the rear armrest and open 2. Pull the loop of wire to unlock the This system helps protect things locked the door behind it. trunk lid.
Page 59 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Internal trunk release strap 2. After closing the glove box lid, in- 3. After closing the door located behind If a person is locked in the trunk, sert the master key (vehicles with the rear seat armrest, insert he/she can pull down the phosphores- key cylinder−type ignition switch) or...
Page 60: Hood
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Hood CAUTION Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reach. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Unsupervised children may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.
Page 61: Theft Deterrent System
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Theft deterrent system SETTING THE SYSTEM 1. Vehicles with key cylinder−type ignition switch—The key is removed from the ignition switch. Vehicles with smart key system—The ignition switch is turned off. The engine immobilizer system is set and the indicator light will start flashing.
Page 62 If the system does not work properly, system is activated. Open the trunk with the wireless re- have it checked by your Toyota dealer. mote control or entry function of the All the doors will be automatically locked smart key system.
Page 63: Fuel Tank Cap
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Fuel tank cap This indicates that the fuel filler door 1. To open the fuel filler door, push the 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn is on the left side of your vehicle. opener switch. the cap counterclockwise by 90 de- grees (to the pressure point 1), and When refueling, turn off the engine.
Page 64: Electric Moon Roof
Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION Sliding operation 3. The removed cap can be stored on Make sure the cap is installed se- the back side of the fuel filler door.
Page 65 To stop the roof partway, push the switch mm (2.0 in.) from the fully opened posi- by your Toyota dealer. on either the “SLIDE OPEN” or “TILT UP” tion. When you push the “SLIDE OPEN”...
Page 66 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) CAUTION Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, To avoid death or serious personal with the key left in the vehicle. injury, you must do the following. Otherwise, he/she could use the moon roof switches and get trapped While the vehicle is moving, always roof...
Page 67 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ............Front seats .
Page 68: Seats
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Front seats— Seats —Front seat precautions While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 69 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Seat adjustment precautions Front passenger seat Front seats (with SRS side airbags) CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat may The SRS front passenger airbag The SRS side airbags are installed in unexpectedly move and cause the also deploys...
Page 70 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING NOTICE LEVER Do not operate the control switch in Lean forward and pull the lever up. more than one dimension at a time. Then lean back to the desired angle It may cause electrical overload.
Page 71 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 1. SEAT SUPPORT ADJUSTING CAUTION SWITCH (some models on driver’s side) Avoid reclining seatback Operating this switch raises the front more than needed. The seat belts pro- edge of the seat cushion. vide maximum protection in a frontal Push the switch on either side.
Page 72: Driving Position Memory System
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Driving position memory —Memory call system using system— memory buttons This system can memorize the position To make only slight changes to an already of the driver’s seat and outside rear memorized position, the easiest way is to view mirrors, and recall them at the first activate the memorized position, then touch of a button.
Page 73 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Memory call system using the electronic key (smart key system only) To stop the operation, push any driving When the driver’s door is opened, you position memory button. can recall the memorized position using the wireless remote control function or To reactivate the system, push the button the entry function of the smart key sys- “1”...
Page 74 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) If you want to set other driving position, repeat the above procedure. The previous setting will be erased and the new posi- tion will be set. REGISTERING THE DRIVING POSITION CANCELING THE DRIVING POSITION ON ONTO THE ELECTRONIC KEY TO THE ELECTRONIC KEY An electronic key can memorize only one The driver’s door must be closed with the...
Page 75: Rear Seats
When the ve- hicle is in operation, moving seat- backs may cause injury. In the event that an object gets caught behind the rear seatback, contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 76: Trunk Storage Extension
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Trunk storage extension CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the door behind the arm- rest closed when not in use. 1. Pull down the armrest in the rear 2.
Page 77: Head Restraints
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Head restraints Armrest For your safety and comfort, adjust the head restraint before driving. To raise: Pull it up. To lower: Push it down while pressing the lock release button. The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head.
Page 78: Seat Ventilators/Heaters
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Seat ventilators/heaters— —Seat heater To use the armrest, pull it down as The front seat heater has two switches: shown above. one marked “L” (for driver’s seat) and the other marked “R” (for front passen- NOTICE ger’s seat).
Page 79 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Seat ventilator NOTICE CAUTION z Do not put unevenly weighed ob- Occupants must use caution when op- jects on the seat and do not stick erating the seat heater because it sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) may make them feel too hot or cause into the seat.
Page 80: Seat Belts
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Push the knob into the recessed position Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow any children to stand up or when not in use. passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats.
Page 81 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Fastening front and rear seat belts CAUTION Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that Persons should ride in their seats they do not get caught or pinched properly wearing their seat belts in the seat or doors.
Page 82 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from death or serious...
Page 83 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause death or serious injuries in a colli- sion.
Page 84 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Seat belt comfort guides The seat belt comfort guides for the Seat belt comfort guides are stored in the INSTALLING THE COMFORT GUIDE rear seat outboard positions will pro- both pockets on the sides of the rear Adjust the seatback to the upright most vide added seat belt comfort for chil- seatback.
Page 85 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of the shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the neck, and should not fall off the shoulder. Failure to ob- serve these precautions could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt in an accident, causing death or serious injury.
Page 86 Toyota dealer free of charge. Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper re- quired length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop- er measurement and selection of length.
Page 87 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Make sure “AIRBAG ON” Do not use the seat belt extender indicator light is illuminated when when installing child restraint using the seat belt extender for the system on the front or rear passen- front passenger seat. ger seat.
Page 88 When releasing the seat belt, press on normally, immediately contact your the buckle release button on the extender, Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat not on the seat belt. This helps prevent until the seat belt is fixed, because...
Page 89 4. Front passenger occupant classification or disable the system, which could system (ECU and sensors) result in death or serious injury. Con- 5. Seat belt pretensioner assemblies sult your Toyota dealer about any re- pair and modification. 6. Front passenger’s seat...
Page 90 6 seconds. This means the or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your seat belt pretensioners are operating z Modification of the front end struc- Toyota dealer as soon as possible. properly. ture The light does not come on when the...
Page 91: Srs Airbags
(As for the In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- front passenger...
Page 92 The SRS front airbags will deploy if the The driver and front passenger can child restraint system. Toyota severity of the impact is above the de- be killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in- signed threshold level, comparable to an...
Page 93 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Hitting a curb, Falling into or edge of pavement jumping over or hard surface a deep hole Collision from the rear Collision from the side Vehicle rollover Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS front airbags are not generally The SRS front airbags may also deploy The SRS front airbag system consists designed to inflate if the vehicle is in-...
Page 94 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 8. Airbag sensor assembly When the airbags inflate, they produce a Deployment of the airbags happens in a loud noise and release some smoke and fraction of a second, so the airbags must 9. Knee airbag module for driver residue along with non−toxic gas.
Page 95 Toyota strongly recommends wearing it. In this case, the driver’s that: airbag may not activate correctly,...
Page 96 For instruc- Consult your Toyota dealer about any injury as they are projected rear- tions concerning the installation of repair and modification.
Page 97 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) NOTICE Do not perform any of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. Such changes interfere with proper operation of the SRS front airbag system in some cases. z Installation electronic devices such as a mobile two−way radio,...
Page 98 (For details, see “Service remind- er indicators and warning buzzers” on page 145 in Section 1−6.) In the following cases, contact your Toyota If any of the following conditions occurs, dealer as soon as possible: this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners.
Page 99 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags In response to a severe side impact, the CAUTION SRS side airbags and curtain shield air- bags work with the seat belts to help The SRS side airbag and curtain reduce injury by inflating.
Page 100 Toyota seated in the child restraint system. strongly recommends that all in- It is dangerous if the SRS side air- fants and children be placed in the...
Page 101 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) 8. Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch 9. Airbag sensor assembly The SRS side airbag and curtain shield Collision from the rear airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor as- sembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.
Page 102 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious inju- ries, it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swelling.
Page 103 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Do not allow anyone to kneel on Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not attach a cup holder or any the passenger seat, facing the pas- head or hands out of windows, other device or object on or around senger’s side door, since the side since curtain...
Page 104 Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Do not use seat accessories which Consult your Toyota dealer about any cover the parts where the side air- repair and modification. bags inflate. Such accessories may...
Page 105 6 seconds. This means the the passenger compartment or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your SRS side airbags and curtain shield air- Toyota dealer as soon as possible. z Repairs made on or near the con- bags are operating properly. sole or front seat...
Page 106 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Front passenger occupant classification system In the following cases, contact your Toyota Your vehicle is equipped with a front dealer as soon as possible: passenger occupant classification sys- tem. This system detects the conditions Any of the SRS side airbags and cur- 1—4 in the table on page 96 and based...
Page 107 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) A rear passenger lifts the front passen- ger seat cushion with their legs. Objects are placed under the front pas- senger seat. The front passenger seatback is in contact with the rear seat. To ensure the system correctly detects an adult sitting in the front passenger seat, make sure the above do not occur.
Page 108 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected Curtain shield Front Side airbag Front by the front “AIRBAG ON” and Front airbag in the SRS warning passenger’s on the front passenger’s passenger occupant “AIRBAG OFF”...
Page 109 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) CAUTION Make sure “AIRBAG ON” adult sits front indicator light is illuminated when passenger seat, the “AIRBAG ON” To avoid potential death or serious using the seat belt extender for the indicator light should illumi- injury when the front passenger occu- front passenger seat.
Page 110: Child Restraint
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- Do not put weight on the front pas- Do not kick the front passenger propriate child restraint systems for senger seat by putting your hands seat or subject it to severe impact.
Page 111 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Toyota strongly urges use of A forward−facing child restraint sys- Do not use the seat belt extender proper child restraint system which should allowed when installing child restraint conforms to the size of the child, installed on...
Page 112 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Types of child restraint —Child restraint system system A child restraint system for a small Child restraint systems are classified into child or baby must itself be properly the following 3 types depending on the restrained on the seat with the lap por- child’s age and size.
Page 113 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Installation with seat belt (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION An infant seat must be used in rear− facing position only. Never install a rear−facing child re- straint system on the front passen- ger seat even if the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated.
Page 114 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Same angle 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Do not install a child restraint sys- When installing a child restraint or around the infant seat following the tem on the rear seat if it interferes system in the rear center position, instructions provided by its manufactur- with the lock mechanism of the...
Page 115 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- in the lock mode. When the belt is against the seat cushion and seatback, ately.
Page 116 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 4. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle release button and allow the A convertible seat must be used in for- belt to retract completely. The belt will ward−facing or rear−facing position de- Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to pending on the age and size of the...
Page 117 Do seatback, let the shoulder belt retract not drive the vehicle in this condition. Re- as far as it will go to hold the convert- move the child restraint system and con- ible seat securely. tact your Toyota dealer.
Page 118 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Do not allow the child to lean his/ her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 119 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Same angle 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Do not install a child restraint sys- When installing a child restraint or around the convertible seat following tem on the rear seat if it interferes system in the rear center position, instructions provided with the lock mechanism of the...
Page 120 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and ately. install...
Page 121 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle release button and allow the A booster seat must be used in for- belt to retract completely. The belt will ward−facing position only. Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to tem in different directions to be sure...
Page 122 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Do not allow the child to lean his/ Same angle her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 123 Always make sure the shoulder belt child from death or serious injury. is positioned across the center of Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- child’s shoulder. The belt should be ately. install child kept away from child’s neck, but restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.
Page 124 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Using a top strap Symbol Anchor brackets 2. To remove the booster seat, press the Follow the procedure below for a child Use the anchor bracket on the package buckle release button and allow the restraint system that requires the use tray behind the rear seat to attach the top belt to retract.
Page 125 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Open the lid of the anchor bracket. 3. Securely fasten the child restraint system with the seat belt. 1. Lower the head restraint. Latch hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap. For instructions to install the child re- straint system, see “Child restraint”...
Page 126 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages CAUTION Do not adjust the head restraint or the seat after securing the child re- Most leaned straint system. position Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child restraint system is secure by push- ing and pulling it in different direc- tions.
Page 127 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) 2. Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages near the buttons on the seatback. 3. Type A—Latch the hooks of lower straps onto anchorages tighten the lower straps. Type B—Latch the buckles onto the anchorages.
Page 128 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) CAUTION When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught. Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 129 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel ......Outside rear view mirrors .
Page 130: Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Tilt and telescopic steering wheel CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
Page 131: Outside Rear View Mirrors
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Outside rear view mirrors— Vehicles with the auto anti−glare inside NOTICE rear view mirror— The outside rear view mirrors are When the inside rear view mirror surface fixed in place. Do not try to fold the darkens in automatic mode, the driver’s mirrors.
Page 132: Anti−Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Power rear view mirror Anti−glare inside rear view control mirror NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror. To adjust a mirror, use the switches.
Page 133: Auto Anti−Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror In automatic function mode, if the mirror CAUTION detects light from the headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface Do not adjust the mirror while the darkens slightly to reduce the reflected vehicle is moving.
Page 134: Sun Visors
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Sun visors— CAUTION Do not slide the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover the anti−glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view. To ensure correct functioning of anti− To block out glare, move the sun visor.
Page 135 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Vanity mirrors To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. The vanity lights come on when you open the cover. To adjust the brightness of the lights, slide the switch.
Page 136 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508)
Page 137 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
Page 138: Headlights And Turn Signals
If you feel that the automatic light control cense plate and instrument panel lights comes into operation too early or too late, Position 2—Headlights have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota above dealer. The headlight indicator lights up in the instrument cluster.
Page 139 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) To turn off the DRL system, twist the knob to the position 3 (“DRL OFF”) or turn the Automatic light cut off system NOTICE ignition switch off. Position 1 or “AUTO” position with the To prevent the battery from being dis- tail lights on—...
Page 140 You can flash the high beam headlights after a few second. even when the headlight switch is off. If this system fails, the warning light in the instrument panel comes on. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.
Page 141 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Headlights and turn signals (for Canada) Automatic operation— To turn on or off the lights automatical- ly, twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob to the position 3 (“AUTO”) when the ignition switch is set at ON. The headlights and/or all of the lights in position 1 automatically turn on or off de- pending on the darkness of the surround- ings.
Page 142 If you feel that the automatic light control comes into operation too early or too late, To prevent the battery from being dis- have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota charged, do not leave the lights on dealer. for a long period when the engine is not running.
Page 143 You can flash the high beam headlights after a few second. even when the headlight switch is off. If this system fails, the warning light in the instrument panel comes on. If this occurs, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.
Page 144: Emergency Flashers
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 145: Instrument Panel Light Control
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist To turn on the interior light, push the ment panel lights, turn the knob. the band of the headlight switch lever switch.
Page 146: Front Personal Lights
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Front personal lights Rear personal lights To turn on the rear personal lights, op- erate interior light switch. lights can be turned on or off by push- ing on each button when the interior light switch is in the “OFF” or “DOOR” position.
Page 147: Illuminated Entry System
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Illuminated entry system...
Page 148: Windshield Wipers And Washer
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Windshield wipers and washer (intermittent operation type) The following lights except the center If all the doors are closed and the ignition console illumination and exterior foot switch is set at ACC, the ignition switch lights will come on when any of the light and interior light will fade out.
Page 149 If a nozzle becomes blocked, final wipe depends on the vehicle speed. the vehicle speed is, the shorter the inter- contact your Toyota dealer to have the The final sweep does not occur if the mittent time becomes. vehicle serviced.
Page 150 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Windshield wipers and washer (raindrop detection type) Even if the wiper lever is in the position Automatic control adjuster 1, the system will switch to intermittent operations in the following conditions: When the windshield gets extremely cold (at less than −10_C [14_F]) When the system malfunctions However, when the windshield gets ex-...
Page 151 If a nozzle becomes blocked, final wipe depends on the vehicle speed. the following cases: contact your Toyota dealer to have the The final sweep does not occur if the If you touch the upper center of the vehicle serviced.
Page 152: Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers To defog or defrost the rear window, Make sure you turn the defoggers off push the switch. when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause The ignition switch must be set at ON.
Page 153 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 154: Fuel Gauge
Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Low fuel level warning light...
Page 155: Tachometer
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: Driving up a long hill on a hot day. Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic.
Page 156 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the button. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each time you push.
Page 157: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten driver’s seat belt. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
Page 158 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Close all doors. (indicator and buzzer) Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.
Page 159 Replace engine oil. Shift selector lever to “P” and turn off engine. Check key. (indicator and buzzer) Dynamic laser cruise control Check condition according to warning code. If system malfunctions, contact Toyota dealer. master warning light Remove key. Key reminder buzzer...
Page 160: Lights And Buzzers
Toyota dealer in the following cases: In this case, not only the anti−lock The light does not come on even if the brake system will fail but also the parking brake is applied when the igni- vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.
Page 161 Call a a passenger sits in the front passenger Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for NOTICE seat and does not fasten the seat belt. assistance.
Page 162 Have your vehicle On inclines or curves, due to the move- The malfunction indicator lamp will go off checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level after taking several driving trips.
Page 163 Toyota dealer as soon as possible to system and the brake assist system work switch is set at ON. If the anti−lock brake service the vehicle. properly, the light turns off after a few...
Page 164 Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. are completely closed. Toyota dealer as soon as possible to The light does not come on when the The buzzer also sounds once when any service the vehicle.
Page 165 Toyota dealer. driving. This light acts as a reminder to replace For details, see “Tire pressure warning In the following cases, contact your Toyota the engine oil. system” on page 169 in Section 1−7. dealer: This light will come on when the ignition...
Page 166 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) If the light is flashing, we recommend that (q) Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Mas- CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER you replace the engine oil at an early ter Warning Light INDICATORS (except the low fuel level opportunity depending on the driving and warning light) This light warns that there is a problem road conditions.
Page 167 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Page 168 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508)
Page 169 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch ..........Automatic transmission .
Page 170: Ignition Switch
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Ignition switch (with key cylinder−type ignition switch) “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering NOTICE wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. Do not leave the key at the “ON” if the engine is not running.
Page 171 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Ignition switch (with smart key system) Third time—Power off (indicator light off) Pressing “ENGINE START STOP” switch again returns the ignition switch to the ACC. When the key is in the vehicle, press- If a buzzer sounds and the smart key ing the “ENGINE START STOP”...
Page 172 “ENGINE START STOP” switch blinks, this indicates a malfunction of the push start system. Turn off the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer. Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from underneath the luggage compartment for several minutes.
Page 173: Automatic Transmission
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Automatic transmission Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the Selector lever brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch is set at ON).
Page 174 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) (b) Normal driving (c) Driving in “S” mode 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How To select the “S” mode, put the selec- to start the engine” on page 296 in tor lever in the sequential position. Section 3.
Page 175 Have your vehicle checked/re- (fifth) gears according to the vehicle paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as speed or driving conditions. If you attempt to downshift the transmis- possible. In this case, you can drive in sion when it is not possible to downshift “4”...
Page 176 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, (f) Parking CAUTION see “Cruise control” on page 176 or “Dy- 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. namic laser cruise control” on page 179 2. With the brake pedal pressed down, Be careful when downshifting on a in this Section.
Page 177: Traction Control System
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Traction control system (g) Good driving practice (h) If you cannot shift the selector le- The traction control system automatical- ver out of “P” position ly helps prevent the spinning of front If the transmission repeatedly shifts up wheels when the vehicle is started or and down between third gear and over- If you cannot shift the selector lever from...
Page 178 ON. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. NORMAL DRIVING MODE “VSC” warning light Leave the system on during the ordi-...
Page 179: Vehicle Stability Control System
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Vehicle stability control system In the following cases, contact your Toyota vehicle stability control system CAUTION dealer: helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti−lock brake sys- The warning light does not come on Do not rely excessively on the ve- tem, traction control, engine control, after the ignition switch is set at ON.
Page 180 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The warning light does not come on after the ignition switch is set at ON. The warning light remains on after the ignition switch is set at ON.
Page 181: Tire Pressure Warning System
1 minute ing system checked at malfunction your Toyota CAUTION dealer The warning system may not activate immediately if the tire bursts or sud- den air leakage should occur. The tire pressure warning light comes on when the ignition switch is set at ON and goes off after a few seconds.
Page 182 If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire The compact spare tire is not equipped repaired by the nearest Toyota deal- with the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the warning...
Page 183 (tire pressure warning light) when one AI17009 replaced, have them repaired or re- or more of your tires is significantly placed by the nearest Toyota dealer under−inflated. Accordingly, when the or an authorized tire dealer. The low tire pressure telltale (tire pres-...
Page 184 If non−genuine Toyota wheels are used. that may cause undesired operation. occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer- If tire chains are used. ence to radio or television reception,...
Page 185 ID code of tire pres- pressly approved by the party respon- sure warning valve and transmitter. Have sible for compliance could void the the ID code registered by your Toyota user’s authority to operate the equip- dealer. ment.
Page 186 If initialization cannot be performed, have the system If you push the tire pressure reset switch checked at your Toyota dealer. accidentally and initialization is performed, adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level and initialize the system...
Page 187: Parking Brake
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Parking brake When parking, firmly apply the parking CAUTION brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. To set: Fully depress the parking brake Do not push the reset switch without pedal. For better holding power, first de- first adjusting the tire inflation pres- press the brake pedal and hold it while sure to the specified level.
Page 188: Cruise Control
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise Avoid vehicle speed increases when the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 driving downhill. vehicle km/h (25 mph) with your foot off the speed is too fast in relation to the accelerator pedal.
Page 189 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) you need acceleration—for example, CAUTION when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed To avoid accidentally engaging the the set speed. When you release it, the cruise control, keep the “ON−OFF” vehicle will return to the speed set prior button off when not using the cruise to the acceleration.
Page 190 The indicator light goes out after it pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise comes on. control is cancelled. If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
Page 191: Dynamic Laser Cruise Control
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Dynamic laser cruise control— Dynamic laser cruise control allows you 1. Cruise control switch to drive at a selected cruising speed 2. Distance switch over about 45 km/h (28 mph) with your 3. “CRUISE” indicator light foot off the accelerator pedal, maintain- ing an appropriate vehicle−to−vehicle 4.
Page 192 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Dynamic laser cruise control —Vehicle−to−vehicle distance modes control mode The dynamic laser cruise control func- The laser radar sensor in this system tion has two cruise control modes. primarily detects the reflectors of the vehicle ahead of you to determine the Vehicle−to−vehicle distance control...
Page 193 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) DYNAMIC LASER CRUISE CONTROL If a vehicle is detected ahead of you— OPERATIONS 2. Deceleration cruising function: If a The dynamic laser cruise control func- slower moving vehicle detected tion operates automatically and depend- ahead of you, your vehicle cruising ing on whether a vehicle is detected speed decreases within the range of ahead may change the speed of your...
Page 194 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) This system operates by detecting pri- CAUTION CAUTION marily reflectors of the vehicle ahead. The distance may not be accu- To avoid accidents, always keep the Do not rely excessively on dynamic rately or absolutely detected in the fol- laser radar sensor glass clean and laser cruise control.
Page 195 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) roads with heavy traffic On roads with steep and short in- Depending on the road configura- sharp bends, an appropriate speed clines and declines, failure to de- tion (curved, left and right continu- cannot be maintained and an acci- tect the vehicle ahead will shorten ous curved, the start or end of a dent may occur.
Page 196 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Dynamic laser cruise control should not TURNING THE SYSTEM ON If other vehicles are driving outside be used in circumstances which are inap- To operate dynamic laser cruise control, of the laser radar detection range, propriate for any cruise control, such as press the “ON−OFF”...
Page 197 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) When the ignition is turned off, all the If you need to accelerate—for example, preset data is cleared. When you use the when passing—depress accelerator dynamic laser cruise control again, you pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed need to reset the data.
Page 198 Although there is no problem to con- to−vehicle distance control mode, engine using the control lever. Confirm the tinue driving, please contact your Toyota braking will not be enabled because this setting on the display. dealer.
Page 199 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED CHANGING VEHICLE−TO−VEHICLE DISTANCE If the preset speed has been cancelled, You can select one of the following ve- when you push lever up in the hicle−to−vehicle distances. “+ RES” direction while the “READY” indi- cator in the instrument cluster comes on 1.
Page 200 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Select the vehicle−to−vehicle distance con- Braking control is operating only when the sidering traffic conditions. The approximate vehicle−to−vehicle distance control mode vehicle−to−vehicle distance based on time is selected and your vehicle speed ex- interval when driving at 88 km/h (55 mph) ceeds about 40 km/h (25 mph).
Page 201 Toyota dealer. However, if the glass sensor is covered The speed has just been set. with icicle or any substance, dirt may...
Page 202 Dynamic laser cruise tect the vehicle in front. system might have malfunctioned. control is automatically cancelled. though there is no problem to continue “E3” appears display, driving, please contact your Toyota dealer. “CRUISE” indicator light in the instrument cluster also flashes.
Page 203 On steeper hills, a while driving in heavy or varying tact your Toyota dealer. greater speed change will occur so it is traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or better to drive without the cruise control.
Page 204 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) However, once the vehicle−to−vehicle dis- tance control mode activates and is used, it cannot be changed to the conventional cruise control mode using the above op- eration. To change the mode, press the “ON−OFF” button to turn the system off and then press it again to turn it on.
Page 205 You can cancel the preset speed by doing RESETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- any of the following: er at the earliest opportunity. Push the lever down in the “− SET” direc- a.
Page 206 If the preset speed is cancelled when ve- your Toyota dealer. hicle speed falls below about 40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will be resumed by pushing the control lever up in the “+ RES”...
Page 207 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
Page 208 Type 3: AM·FM radio/compact disc player (with cassette player controller) with changer (with cassette player con- with changer (with cassette player and ∗ troller) XMr satellite radio controller) ∗ : Use of satellite radio requires XMr tuner and service. Contact your Toyota dealer for details.
Page 209 Using your audio system— —Some basics This section describes some of the basic TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF features on Toyota audio systems. Some Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system information may not pertain to your sys- on and off.
Page 210 ∗ RADIO BROADCAST (type 3) You must enter into a separate service Toyota’s satellite radio tuners are awarded agreement with the XMr radio in order to Type Approval Certificates from XMr Sat- To listen to a satellite radio broadcast in receive satellite broadcast programming in ellite Radio Inc.
Page 211 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) TONE AND BALANCE YOUR RADIO ANTENNA For details about your system’s tone and Your vehicle has an antenna printed on balance controls, see the description of the inside of the rear window. your own system. NOTICE Type 1 and type 2 audio systems utilize FOCUSr and TruBassr audio enhance- Putting a film (especially a conductive ment...
Page 212 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER (type 1) When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. The player will play from track 1 through to the end of the disc. Then it will play from track 1 again. The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.
Page 213 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows.
Page 214 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AUDIO CONT (Tone and sound balance (Reverse/Fast−forward button) adjustment function) These buttons are used to preset and Cassette player tune in radio stations. Each time you push the “AUDIO CONT” Push “...
Page 215 Licensing Corporation. on and off. Turn “PWR·VOL” to adjust the If the malfunction still exists, take your volume. vehicle to your Toyota dealer. Push the “FM” button to turn on the radio RAND (Random) and select the FM band. The indicator Push “RAND”...
Page 216 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) RPT (Repeat) To scan all the frequencies: A blank space of at least 3 seconds is Quickly push and release the “SCAN” but- considered to be a start of a recording. Cassette player ton. The radio will find the next station up When the beginning of a tape is reached, Push “RPT”...
Page 217 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) TEXT TUNE (Tuning) This button is used to change the display Turn the “TUNE” knob clockwise to step for the compact disc that contains text up the frequency. Turn the knob counter- data. clockwise to step down the frequency. To change the display, quickly push and release the “TEXT”...
Page 218 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows.
Page 219 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) To eject all discs at a time, press and Compact disc player hold the eject button until you hear a These buttons are used to preset and Push and hold “ ”...
Page 220 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) DISC (Compact disc) If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. Push the “DISC” button to play a compact Push the “FM” button to turn on the radio disc. The indicator light will come on.
Page 221 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) will close after 15 seconds. There are two random features—you can Cassette player PROG (Program) either listen to the tracks on one compact Push “RPT” (preset button 2) while the disc in random order, or listen to the Push “PROG”...
Page 222 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Repeating a disc: Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Track Push and hold “RPT” (preset button 2) down) There are two scan features—you can ei- until you hear a beep. “ ” and “RPT” will ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or Radio appear on the display.
Page 223 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Compact disc player TEXT Use this button to skip up or down to a This button is used to change the display different track. for the compact disc that contains text data. Push “ ” or “ ” side of the “SEEK/ TRACK”...
Page 224 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) "Type 3 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows.
Page 225 : Use of satellite radio requires XMr To stop the tape while it is fast−forward- tuner and service. Contact your Toyota To recall a preset station: Push the button ing, push “ ” or “TAPE” button. To stop dealer for details.
Page 226 If you want to listen to the ∗ : Use of satellite radio requires XMr If the satellite radio tuner malfunctions, premium channel, contact the XMr sat- tuner and service. Contact your Toyota your audio system will display following ellite radio. dealer for details. error messages.
Page 227 “SURROUND OFF” on the display. If the malfunction still exists, take your EASY LIS (Easy listening) DISC (Compact disc) vehicle to your Toyota dealer. CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and Jazz) Push the “DISC” button to play a compact disc. The indicator light will come on.
Page 228 : Use of satellite radio requires XMr when the audio system is on), then insert double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories tuner and service. Contact your Toyota Licensing Corporation. the first compact disc. After the disc is dealer for details.
Page 229 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) PROG (Program) To play all the tracks in the magazine in Compact disc player random order: Push “PROG” (preset button 4) to select There are two repeat features—you can Push and hold “RAND” (preset button 1) the other side of a cassette tape. The either replay a disc track or a whole com- until you hear a beep.
Page 230 To stop scanning, push this button again. push this button again. If the player has ∗ scanned all the discs, it will stop scan- : Use of satellite radio requires XMr ning. tuner and service. Contact your Toyota dealer for details.
Page 231 ∗ ST (Stereo reception) display : Use of satellite radio requires XMr After the entire message has been dis- tuner and service. Contact your Toyota Your radio automatically changes to stereo played, the message will disappear. dealer for details. reception when a stereo broadcast is re- The message display will be canceled if ceived.
Page 232 : Use of satellite radio requires XMr at that time, “− − − − −” will appear on the appear on the display, push and hold the tuner and service. Contact your Toyota display. button until you hear a beep. The rest of dealer for details.
Page 233 ∗ Push “−” side to decrease the volume. : Use of satellite radio requires XMr The volume continues to decrease while tuner and service. Contact your Toyota the switch is being pushed. dealer for details. 2. “ ” switch...
Page 234 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Audio system operating hints To fast−forward or reverse: 3. “MODE” switch NOTICE Push and hold the “ ” side of the switch Push “MODE” switch to select an audio to fast−forward a cassette tape. “FF” will To ensure correct audio system op- mode.
Page 235 : Use of satellite radio requires XMr nearby on the FM band, your radio may tuner and service. Contact your Toyota tune in the second station until the origi- dealer for details. nal signal can be picked up again.
Page 236 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER Avoid using cassettes with a total play- If this equipment does cause harmful AND TAPES ing time longer than 100 minutes (50 interference to radio or television re- minutes per side). The tape used in For the best performance for your cas- ception, which can be determined by these cassettes is thin and could get...
Page 237 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS Your compact disc player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only. Extremely high temperatures can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.
Page 238 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) NOTICE z Do not use special shaped, trans- parent/translucent, low quality or la- beled discs such as those shown in the illustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player or changer, or it may be impossible to eject the disc.
Page 239 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint−free cloth that has been damp- ened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, lint−free cloth.
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Page 241 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settings .
Page 242: Controls
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Controls 1. Air conditioning display (without navigation system) 2. Air conditioning display (For the navigation system, see the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”) 3. Windshield air flow button 4. Temperature selector (“TEMP”) (with “DUAL” button indicator on—individual setting on driver side only) (with “DUAL”...
Page 243 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) “AUTO” button “DUAL” button —“PASSENGER TEMP” button For automatic operation of the air condi- Push the button to change the mode of This button changes the temperature on tioning, press the “AUTO” button. “AUTO” the temperature setting. the front passenger side only.
Page 244 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 1. Panel—Air flows mainly from Windshield air flow button instrument panel vents and the rear When this button is pressed, air flows vents. mainly from the windshield vents and 2. Bi−level—Air flows from floor turns on the defogging function with the vents, the instrument panel vents and purpose of clearing the front view.
Page 245 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to your Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. The air intake mode which is being se- lected is shown on the display.
Page 246: Air Flow Selector Settings
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Air flow selector settings Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 247 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the —For automatic operation —For automatic operation air intake selector be temporarily set to RECIRCULATE, which will close off the...
Page 248 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Ventilation Defogging and defrosting On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield—the difference be- For best results, set controls to: —The inside of the windshield tween the outside and inside tempera- —For automatic operation For best results, set controls to: tures could make the fogging worse.
Page 249: Climate Remote Controls
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Climate remote controls (steering switches) In this position, the air intake selector “AUTO” button mode changes to FRESH automatically to For automatic operation of the air condi- clean up the front view quickly. It is not tioning, press the “AUTO” button. “AUTO” possible to return to RECIRCULATE in will appear on the display to show that this position.
Page 250: Instrument Panel And Rear Vents
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Instrument panel and rear vents With the “DUAL” button indicator off—This button changes the temperature on the driver side and front passenger side si- multaneously. This function will be cancelled when the “PASSENGER TEMP” button on the instru- ment panel is pushed.
Page 251: Air Conditioning Filter
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Checking and replacing the Air conditioning filter— air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter may clog af- ter long use. The filter may need to be cleaned or replaced if the air flow of the air conditioner and heater experi- ences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, or if the windows begin to fog up easily.
Page 252 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) REMOVAL METHOD: 2. Push in each side of the glove box 3. Remove the filter cover while push- to disconnect the claws. ing in both ends of the cover. 1. Open the glove box. Remove the screw with a Phillips−head screw- driver and slide off the damper as shown.
Page 253 The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position. The use of air condi- is not available, have the filter tioning with the air filter removed cleaned by your Toyota dealer. may cause deteriorated dustproof per- NOTICE formance and then affect air condi- tioning performance.
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Page 255 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Center display ..........Clock .
Page 256: Center Display
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Center display— 1. Audio display (For details, see “Audio system” on page 195 in Section 1−8.) 2. Air conditioning display (For details, see “Air conditioning system” on page 229 in Section 1−9.) 3. Pattern selector knob 4.
Page 257 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Before using the center display Operate the center display with the Pattern selector knob ignition switch on. This knob is used to select the pattern When the ignition switch is set at ON, the of the display. last previously used mode displayed just Every time you push the pattern selector before the ignition switch is turned off will...
Page 258 The displayed value is updated every 10 If “−−”, “F” or “E” appears on the display, seconds. Average fuel consumption after refuel- contact your Toyota dealer. ing is calculated and displayed based Every time you refuel the vehicle, the on total driving distance and total fuel There may be a case that “−−”, “F”...
Page 259: Clock
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Clock Compass When instrument panel lights turned on, the brightness of the time in- dication may be reduced. To reset the hour: Push the “H” button. The direction is indicated on the inside To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button. rear view mirror.
Page 260 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) The compass indicates the direction The vehicle is in a place where the that the vehicle is heading. In the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- above case, it shows that the vehicle is terference by artificial magnetic fields heading north.
Page 261 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation calibration) The direction display on the compass deviates from the true direction deter- mined by the earth’s magnetic field. The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle. To adjust this deviation, stop the vehicle, then push and hold the “...
Page 262 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) After calibration, leaving the system for Samoa: 5 Guam: Saipan: several seconds returns it to the compass mode. CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
Page 263 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, re- placed or disconnected. Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in-...
Page 264: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtrays
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or the display only when the vehicle is equivalent for replacement. stopped.
Page 265: Power Outlets
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Power outlets The power outlets are designed for CAUTION power supply for car accessories. The ignition switch must be set at ACC To reduce the chance of injury in or ON for the power outlet to be used. case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close NOTICE...
Page 266: Garage Door Opener
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Garage door opener (a) Programming the HomeLink HomeLinkr Indicator light The HomeLink in your vehicle has 3 buttons and you can store one program for each button. To ensure correct programming into the 25 to HomeLink , install a new battery in the 75 mm hand−held transmitter prior to program-...
Page 267 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) 6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for each re- maining HomeLink button to program another device. Programming a rolling code system your device “Rolling Code” equipped, is necessary follow steps 1 through 4 under the heading “Programming the HomeLink ”...
Page 268 Canadian market To program other devices such as home 1. Decide which of the 3 HomeLink but- security systems, home door locks or tons you want to program. lighting, contact your authorized Toyota dealer for assistance. 2. Place your hand−held gate/device transmitter 25 to 75 mm (1 to 3 in.)
Page 269: Glove Box
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Glove box Refer to HomeLink on the internet at: This device complies with Part 15 of the WWW.HOMELINK.COM FCC Rules and with RSS−210 of the IC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- CAUTION lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and When programming the HomeLink (2) this device must accept any interfer-...
Page 270: Auxiliary Boxes
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Auxiliary boxes To use the auxiliary boxes, open the CAUTION lids as shown in the following illustra- tions. To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, CAUTION always keep glove door closed while driving.
Page 271: Rear Console Box
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Rear console box Type C (door panel) Type E (rear seat) To access the rear console box, pull up the lock release lever while raising the rear console box lid. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the console box closed while driving.
Page 272: Cup Holders
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Cup holders Type A (center console) It is possible to use the rear console box lid as an armrest by moving it as shown in the illustration. When using the console box, return the lid to its original position. Type B (rear armrest) Type C (rear armrest)
Page 273: Rear Electric Sunshade
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Rear electric sunshade The cup holders are designed for hold- CAUTION ing cups or drink−cans securely. To use the cup holder, do the following. Do not touch the brackets fastening Type A—Push on the lid. the sunshade to avoid injuring your fingers or hands.
Page 274: Storage Box
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Storage box Grocery bag hooks NOTICE z To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged, always operate the sunshade while the engine is running. z Observe the following to avoid dam- age and/or malfunction: Do not overload the sunshade mo- tor and other parts (for instance by pushing down...
Page 275: Cargo Net
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Cargo net Floor mat To secure belongings, hang the cargo Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION net on the hooks. If the vehicle carpet and floor mat have 2 holes, then they are designed for use Make sure the floor mat is properly NOTICE with 2 locking clips.
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Page 277: Information Before Driving Your Toyota
INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your toyota Break−in period ..........
Page 278: Break−In Period
To help prevent gas station mix−ups, your Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. rating or research octane number lower your vehicle: The special nozzle on pumps with un-...
Page 279 If els. In the U.S., category 4 has been Toyota, be sure that it has an octane continue to have unacceptable driveability, adopted. The WWFC improves air quali- rating no lower than 87.
Page 280: Fuel Pump Shut Off System
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Fuel pump shut off system Operation in foreign countries The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country...
Page 281: Three−Way Catalytic Converters
Do not drive with an extremely low vehicle in for a check−up as soon fuel level; running out of fuel could as possible. Remember, your Toyota cause the engine to misfire, creat- dealer knows your vehicle and its ing an excessive load on the three−...
Page 282: Engine Exhaust Cautions
Toyota of this oil into the combustion chamber. or out. The exhaust gases cannot dealer. Continued inhalation of ex- This oil as well as some part of the oil...
Page 283 Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per 1000 is essential that the oil level be checked km (1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 Imp. qt./600 regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil miles) level be checked every time you refuel When judging the amount of oil con- the vehicle.
Page 284: Iridium−Tipped Spark Plugs
The brake booster uses engine vacuum to power−assist the brakes. If the engine NOTICE should quit while you are driving, you can only Toyota genuine iridium− bring the vehicle to a stop with normal tipped spark plugs and do not adjust pedal pressure.
Page 285 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) ANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM You may hear a click or motor sound in CAUTION the engine compartment for a few seconds The anti−lock brake system is designed when the engine is started or just after to automatically help prevent lock−up of overestimate anti−lock the vehicle is started.
Page 286 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) “ABS” warning light Anti−lock brake system is not de- Vehicles without the vehicle stability signed to shorten the stopping dis- control system— tance: Always drive at a moderate The light comes on when the ignition speed and maintain a safe distance switch is set at ON.
Page 287 Con- the warning light system. Contact your switch is set at ON. If the anti−lock brake tact your Toyota dealer as soon as Toyota dealer as soon as possible to system and the brake assist system work possible to service the vehicle.
Page 288: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed- When you slam the brakes on, more pow- ding−down. erful braking will be applied. At this time,...
Page 289: Your Toyota's Identification
This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
Page 290: Theft Prevention Labels
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Suspension and chassis Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 47 mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
Page 291: Tire Information
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Tire information— —Tire symbols (standard tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire size” on page 283. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 282. 3.
Page 292 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 7. “TUBELESS” “TUBE TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not have a tube inside the tire and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure.
Page 293 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Tire symbols (compact spare tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”—A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” molded into its sidewall. This tire is designed for temporary emergency use only. For details, see “Compact spare tire”...
Page 294 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) 6. Maximum cold tire inflation The “DOT” symbol certifies that the pressure—This means the pres- tire conforms to applicable Federal sure to which a tire may be in- Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. flated.
Page 295 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Tire size —Name of each section of tire This illustration indicates typical tire 1. Section width 1. Bead size. 2. Tire height 2. Sidewall 1. Tire (P=Passenger car, 3. Wheel diameter 3. Shoulder T=Temporary use) 4. Tread 2.
Page 296 150 would wear conditions on specified government purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- one and a half (1−1/2) times as well test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. formation on uniform tire quality grad-...
Page 297 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Temperature A, B, C—The tempera- ture grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 298 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power Accessory weight windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory−installed equipment (whether installed or not) tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 Cold tire inflation pressure...
Page 299 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Tire related term Meaning 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second Normal occupant weight column of Table 1 that follows distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table Occupant distribution 1 that follows the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing...
Page 300 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Tire related term Meaning the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle Vehicle normal load on the tire its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire...
Page 301: Vehicle Load Limits
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Vehicle load limits Vehicle load limits include total load Seating capacity: Towing capacity: capacity, seating capacity, towing ca- Total 5 (Front 2, Rear 3) 454 kg (1000 lb.) pacity and cargo capacity. Follow the Seating capacity means the maxi- Towing capacity means the maxi- load limits shown below.
Page 302: Cargo And Luggage
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Cargo and luggage— —Stowage precautions —Capacity and distribution When stowing cargo and luggage in Cargo capacity depends on the to- D Do not drive with objects left the vehicle, observe the following: tal weight of the occupants. on top of the instrument panel.
Page 303 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) (4) The resulting figure equals the (6) If your vehicle will be towing a available amount of cargo and trailer, load from your trailer will luggage load capacity. For exam- be transferred to your vehicle. ple, if the “XXX” amount equals Consult this manual to determine 1400 lbs.
Page 304: Types Of Tires
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Types of tires From this condition, if 3 more passen- Determine what kind of tires your CAUTION gers with the combined weight of 176 vehicle is originally equipped with. kg (388 lb.) get on, the available car- 1.
Page 305 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also, all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving. The details about how to distinguish summer tires from all season tires are described on page 279 in this Section.
Page 306 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508)
Page 307 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
Page 308: Before Starting The Engine
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) How to start the engine— Before starting the engine —Cranking hold function (a) Before cranking 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- With smart key system only— 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. fore entering it. Once you press “ENGINE START STOP”...
Page 309 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) (b) Starting the engine (with key cylinder−type (b) Starting the engine ignition switch) (with smart key system) Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- NOTICE low the instructions in “(a) Before crank- ing”. z Do not crank for more than 30 se- conds at a time.
Page 310 You can start the engine by touching is in the “P” position. Pressing the “EN- the Toyota logo side of the electronic GINE START STOP” switch once starts key to the “ENGINE START STOP” the engine.
Page 311 Contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle and all keys inspected.
Page 312: Driving And Parking Using Smart Key System
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Driving and parking using smart key system TIPS FOR USING SMART KEY SYSTEM (A) A warning buzzer sounds once from the instrument cluster when the igni- When using the smart key system, it is tion switch is turned on possible to start or stop the engine as long as the key is on your person.
Page 313 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) (C) A warning buzzer sounds once from (D) A warning buzzer sounds from the (E) A warning buzzer sounds continu- the instrument cluster, accompanied vehicle for 2 seconds after locking ously from the instrument cluster by three warning sounds from the the door with the door handle switch when opening the driver’s door vehicle when the driver gets out of...
Page 314 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) (F) A warning buzzer sounds continu- (G) A warning buzzer sounds once from (I) A warning buzzer sounds once from ously from the instrument cluster the instrument cluster and three the instrument cluster when turning and from the vehicle when closing times from the vehicle when a pas- off the ignition switch the door after getting out of the ve-...
Page 315: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
To dry them, drive vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with the park- ing brake applied. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
Page 316: Winter Driving Tips
Do not drive in excess of the speed protection for engine coolant. limit. Even if the legal speed limit Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” Before driving off, make sure the permits it, do not drive over 140 similar high quality ethylene glycol...
Page 317: Dinghy Towing
Section 7−3 tells you how to visually in- spect the battery. Your Toyota dealer and Do not use your parking brake when most service stations will be pleased to there is a possibility it could freeze.
Page 318: Trailer Towing
Toyota junk yard, etc. fied for the trailer−hitch. Exceeding warranties do not apply to damage or...
Page 319 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) The load on either the front or rear Total trailer weight Tongue load axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label. Tongue load 100 = 9 to 11% Total trailer weight...
Page 320 Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are prevent the tongue from dropping to Toyota recommends removing the trail- properly inflated. See Section 7−2 and the ground in case it becomes dam- er hitch whenever you are not towing Section 8 for instructions.
Page 321 Backing with a trailer is difficult and loaded so that it can not shift. requires practice. Grip the bottom of Toyota recommends that you do not the steering wheel and move your hand tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a...
Page 322 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. Be careful when passing other ve- 1. Apply the brakes and hold. The trailer could hit your vehicle in a hicles. Passing requires considerable 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- tight turn.
Page 323: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer Improving fuel economy is easy—just take Avoid engine lugging or over−rev- CAUTION it easy. It will help make your vehicle last ving. Use a gear position suitable for longer, too.
Page 324 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Keep front wheels in proper CAUTION alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads. Improper Never turn off the engine to coast alignment not only causes faster tire down hills. Your power steering and wear but also puts an extra load on brake booster will not function with- the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.
Page 325: In Case Of An Emergency
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 326: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start
Your vehicle suddenly Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, lease them. Then try starting the engine move when the engine starts, and there may be a malfunction in the immobi- with your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Page 327 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) (c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and NOTICE The gas normally produced by a damage to your vehicle which might re- battery will explode if a flame or sult from battery explosion, acid burns, With cylinder−type ignition spark is brought near.
Page 328 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE Discharged battery Jumper cable 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. Booster When boosting, use the battery of battery matching or higher quality.
Page 329 If the cause of your battery discharging is nals or the ground. not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your Toyota dealer.
Page 330: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
Have your vehicle ized. checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as If the engine will not start, see “If your To normalize the start system: vehicle will not start” on page 314 in this possible.
Page 331: If Your Vehicle Overheats
You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and...
Page 332: If You Have A Flat Tire
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, D Make sure to set the jack prop- CAUTION keeping a straight line. Move cau- erly in the jack point. Raising tiously off the road to a safe place When jacking, be sure to observe the vehicle with jack improper- well away from the traffic.
Page 333 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) The compact spare tire can be used NOTICE many times, if necessary. It has tread Do not continue driving with a life of up to 4800 km (3000 miles) de- deflated tire. Driving even a pending on road conditions and your driving habits.
Page 334 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Required tools and spare tire D Replace the compact spare tire with the standard tire as soon as possible. D Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden deceleration and sharp turns with the compact spare tire. NOTICE Your ground clearance is re- duced when the compact spare 1.
Page 335 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Blocking the wheel To store the jack, align the hole of the To remove the spare tire: 2. Block the wheel diagonally op- jack head with the vehicle hook. Turn posite the flat tire to keep the 1.
Page 336 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Removing wheel ornament (on some models) —Loosening wheel nuts CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious ac- cident.
Page 337 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct 6. After making sure that no one jack point as shown. is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire Make sure the jack is positioned on...
Page 338 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Changing wheels —Reinstalling wheel nuts 7. Remove the wheel nuts and Before putting on wheels, remove any 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin- change tires. corrosion on the mounting surfaces ger tight. with a wire brush or such. Installation Lift the flat tire straight off and put it Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end of wheels without good metal−to−met-...
Page 339 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION CAUTION D When lowering the vehicle, Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead make sure all portions of your to overtightening the nuts and body and all other persons damaging the bolts.
Page 340 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —Reinstalling wheel ornament (on some models) —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- D Take due care in handling the cation designated on page 386 in ornament to avoid unexpected Section 8.
Page 341: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
CAUTION vehicle from the obstruction. Contact or before the transmission is com- your Toyota dealer for detailed informa- pletely shifted to forward or reverse Before driving, make sure all the tion. gear.
Page 342: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend TOWING PRECAUTIONS: (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you to have it done by your Toyota Use a safety chain system for all towing, dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- and abide by the state/provincial and local —From front...
Page 343: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
5. Insert the cover. 2. Pry up the cover with a flathead 6. Start the engine. For your safety, screwdriver or equivalent. keep the brake pedal depressed. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Page 344: If You Lose Your Keys
If you lose your keys remote control transmitter You can purchase a new key at your You can purchase a new wireless re- Toyota dealer if you can give them the mote control transmitter at your Toyota key number and master key. dealer.
Page 345 APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
Page 346 Now, it is up to be dry. to see all the mud and dirt. It will do you. Proper care of your Toyota can help more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause ensure long−term corrosion prevention.
Page 347 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Washing and waxing your Toyota Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- Washing your Toyota CAUTION ter and dirt can accumulate under the Keep your vehicle clean by regular floor mats and could cause corrosion. Oc- washing.
Page 348 In hot weather you blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to your vehicle. may need to rinse each section right have the vehicle serviced. after you wash it.
Page 349 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Cleaning the interior Exterior lights: Do not apply wax on the First vacuum over the upholstery to re- CAUTION surfaces of the lights. Wax may cause move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or damage to the lenses. If you accidentally soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the Be careful not to splash water or put wax on the light surfaces, wipe or...
Page 350 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Do not apply water—the best results are Windows NOTICE obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as The windows may be cleaned with any possible. Read the shampoo instructions z Do not use organic substances (sol- household window cleaner.
Page 351 If you have any questions about the as benzine, alcohol or gasoline, or cleaning of your Toyota, your local alkaline or acid solutions for clean- Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer leather these could them. cause discoloring. z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc.
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Page 353 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
Page 354 If any prob- either by yourself or a qualified technician, lems should arise with your vehicle while or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be under warranty, your Toyota dealer will pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 355: Engine Oil
Simple instructions for how to per- should investigate the cause or take your information. form them are presented on page 347 in vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Section 7. Radiator, condenser and hoses fied service shop immediately. It is recom- Check that the front of the radiator and If you are a skilled do−it−yourself mechan-...
Page 356 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Exhaust system Seat belts OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE If you notice any change in the sound of Check that the seat belt system such as Items listed below should be performed the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have buckles, retractors and anchors operate from time to time, unless otherwise the cause located and corrected immedi-...
Page 357 Be on the alert for changes in perfor- If you notice any of these clues, take your mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as Check the tires carefully for cuts, indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
Page 358 Contact your Toyota dealer to even the malfunction indicator lamp does service the vehicle. not come on, contact your Toyota dealer Even if the malfunction indicator lamp to prepare the vehicle for re−testing. does not come on, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test as readiness codes have not been set in the OBD system.
Page 359 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
Page 360: Engine Compartment Overview
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Engine compartment overview 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil level dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse block 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9. Electric cooling fans 10.
Page 361: Fuse Locations
Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools.
Page 362: Engine Oil
So be care- or falling material, fluid spray, etc. z Add only “Toyota Super Long Life ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids Used engine oil contains potentially Coolant” or similar high quality eth- and spark plugs may also be hot.
Page 363: Positioning The Jack
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Positioning the jack When jacking up your vehicle with the z Do not allow dirt or anything else jack, position jack correctly as to fall through the spark plug holes. shown in the illustrations. z Do not pry the outer electrode of a spark plug against the center elec- CAUTION trode.
Page 364: Parts And Tools
Funnel (only for adding coolant) the vehicle is supported by the jack nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- CHECKING BRAKE FLUID alone; use vehicle support stands. signed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Page 365 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Parts (if replacement is necessary): Fuse with same amperage rating as original ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in “Re- placing light bulbs”...
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Page 367: Engine Oil
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
Page 368: Checking The Engine Oil Level
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Checking the engine oil level NOTICE CAUTION Low level Full level z Be careful not to spill engine oil on Be careful not to touch the hot ex- the vehicle components. haust manifold. z Avoid overfilling, engine could be damaged.
Page 369: Engine Oil
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) ENGINE OIL SELECTION SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in weather. your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent If SAE 5W−30 is not available, SAE...
Page 370: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
−35_C mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine cock and water pump. (−31_F). Motor Oil” is available, which has been If you can find no leak, have your Toyota specifically tested and approved for all Canada—“Toyota Super Long...
Page 371: Checking The Radiator And Condenser
Checking brake fluid If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condi- tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, be care- ful not to touch the radiator or con- denser when the engine is hot after driving.
Page 372: Checking Power Steering Fluid
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Checking power steering fluid If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or Clean all dirt from the outside of the res- FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the ervoir tank and look at the fluid level. If If cold O.K.
Page 373: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Checking tire inflation pressure Keep your tire inflation pressures The following instructions for at the proper level. checking tire inflation pressure should be observed: The recommended cold tire inflation D The pressures, tire sizes and the com- pressure should bined weight of occupants and cargo...
Page 374 In case of applying too If a tire frequently needs refilling, much air, press the center of the have it checked by your Toyota deal- valve and release the air to adjust.
Page 375: Checking And Replacing Tires
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Checking and replacing tires CAUTION High tire pressure (overinfla- Tread wear indicator tion)— Keep your tires properly inflated. D Poor handling Otherwise, the following condi- D Excessive wear tions may occur and cause an ac- D Uneven wear cident resulting in death or seri- ous injuries.
Page 376 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) The tires on your Toyota have built−in If air loss occurs while driving, do not REPLACING YOUR TIRES tread wear indicators to help you continue driving. Driving even a short When replacing a tire, use a tire of...
Page 377: Rotating Tires
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Rotating tires Toyota recommends all four tires, CAUTION or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set. Observe the following instruc- See “If you have a flat tire” on page tions.
Page 378 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) To equalize the wear and help ex- CAUTION tend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord- Do not include a compact spare ing to the maintenance schedule. tire when rotating the tires. It is (For scheduled maintenance infor- designed for temporary use only.
Page 379: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Installing snow tires and chains WHEN SNOW TIRES SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION Side chain CHAINS Snow tires should be installed on all Snow tires or chains are recommended wheels. when driving on snow or ice. Installing snow tires on the front wheels On wet or dry roads, conventional tires only can lead to an excessive difference provide better traction than snow tires.
Page 380: Replacing Wheels
Correct replacement wheels are available (1/4—1/2 mile). avoid losing control of the vehicle. at your Toyota dealer. When installing chains on your tires, care- Otherwise an accident may occur. A wheel of a different size or type may fully follow the instructions of the chain adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- manufacturer.
Page 381: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
When balancing your wheels, use only characteristics resulting in loss of Toyota balance weights or equivalent control. Otherwise, an accident may and a plastic or rubber hammer. occur resulting in death or serious As with any wheel, periodically check injuries.
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Page 383 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
Page 384: Checking Battery Condition
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, Terminals thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
Page 385: Battery Recharging Precautions
41 and “Electric moon roof” on page sary. Have battery Dark White 52 in Section 1−2. checked by your NOTICE Toyota dealer. Never recharge the battery while the Clear or Have battery engine is running. Also, be sure all light checked by your accessories are turned off.
Page 386: Checking And Replacing Fuses
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Checking and replacing fuses Type B fuses—When any of the fuses are blown, contact your Toyota dealer. Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull−out tool. The location of the pull−out tool is shown in the illustration.
Page 387: Replacing The Wiper Blades
If any washer does not work, the low there is a problem with the electrical sys- windshield washer fluid level warning tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as light comes on, the washer tank may be soon as possible.
Page 388: Checking The Headlight Aim
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Checking the headlight aim (with discharge headlight)— Removing clip 1: Vertical movement adjusting bolt 1 Remove the cover clips with a Phillips− 2: Vertical movement adjusting bolt 2 head screwdriver and remove the cov- ers. Before checking the headlight aim: Remove and install the cover clip and 1.
Page 389: Replacing Light Bulbs
The high mounted stoplight consists of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota deal- er to have the light replaced. CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, do not replace the light bulbs while they 1.
Page 390 Doing so signal/parking 3457A 27/7 could result in electric shock and lights serious injury or death. Call your Toyota dealer for headlight repair or Front side servicing, including replacement of marker lights bulbs and bulb disposal. Rear turn signal lights...
Page 391 ∗ Front personal s, or LED type high mounted stoplight lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. Rear personal NOTICE lights Do not try to replace the headlights, Vanity lights 7065 front fog, front turn signal/parking, Glove box light front side marker, tail or back−up...
Page 392 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) —License plate lights a: Rear turn signal light Use a flathead screwdriver. b: Stop/tail light c: Rear side marker light...
Page 393 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights ........Engine .
Page 394: Dimensions And Weights
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Dimensions and weights Engine Model: Overall length mm (in.) 5010 (197.2) 3.5 L V6 (2GR−FE) Overall width mm (in.) 1850 (72.8) Type: 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle, gasoline ∗ Overall height mm (in.) 1485 (58.5) Bore and stroke, mm (in.): Wheelbase mm (in.)
Page 395: Fuel
ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.): With filter 6.1 (6.4, 5.4) Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- Without filter 5.7 (6.0, 5.0) ther details. “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”...
Page 396 Supplement”. When ∗ : Voltage that is checked 20 minutes used in your Toyota vehicle at factory changing the automatic transmission fluid, after the key is removed (vehicles with fill. In order to avoid technical problems, use only “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” (ATF key cylinder−type ignition switch) or the...
Page 397 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.): 77 (3.0) Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1—6 (0.04—0.24) Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04) Lining wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04) Parking brake adjustment when depressed...
Page 398: Tires
’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Tires Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure: Front and rear kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire inflation pressure Tire size Tire size Wheel size Wheel size Under 160 km/h (99 mph) Over 160 km/h (99 mph) P215/60R16 94V 200 (2.0, 29) 240 (2.4, 35)
Page 399: Fuses
’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Fuses 6. INJ 15 A: Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system 7. STOP NO.1 15 A: Multiplex commu- nication system 8. STR LOCK 25 A: Steering lock system 9. IMMOBI 7.5 A: Smart key system 10.
Page 400 ’06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) 19. DOME 7.5 A: Gauges and meters, 33. P/W 25 A: Power window, driving posi- 43. HTR 7.5 A: Air conditioning system, clock, front personal lights, door cour- tion memory system instrument panel lights, electric cooling tesy lights, garage door opener, rear 34.
Page 401 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) Fuses (type B) 56. ALT 120 A (vehicles without com- pass)/140 A (vehicles with compass): Charging system, “RR DEF”, “ABS/VSC NO.2” “HEATER”, “ABS/VSC NO.1”, “RDI FAN”, “WASHER” and “S−HORN” fuses 57. MAIN 40 A: Headlights 58. ST/AM2 30 A: Starter system 59.
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Page 403 ’06 AVALON_U (OM41418U) SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS Reporting safety defects for u.s. owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... .
Page 404 However, NHTSA cannot be- come involved in individual problems be- tween you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

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