Get Interior features Guide for Toyota Avalon 4 Door Fifth Generation (2019-2022)

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Interior features

5

5-1. Using the

air conditioning

5-4. Other interior features

Other interior features....... 342

• Sun visors..................... 342

• Vanity mirrors................ 342

• Power outlet.................. 343

• USB charging ports....... 344

• Wireless charger........... 346

• Armrest ......................... 355

• Assist grips ................... 355

• Coat hooks.................... 356

Garage door opener.......... 357

system and defogger

Automatic air conditioning

system............................. 322

Heated steering wheel/

seat heaters/

seat ventilators................ 329

5-2. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ................ 332

• Interior light................... 333

• Personal lights .............. 333

• Ambient lights ............... 334

5-3. Using the storage

features

List of storage features ..... 335

• Glove box...................... 336

• Console box.................. 336

• Bottle holders................ 337

• Cup holders .................. 338

• Auxiliary boxes.............. 339

• Open tray...................... 340

Trunk features................... 341

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5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Autom atic air c onditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according

to the temperature setting.

Air conditioning controls

■ Adjusting the temperature setting

To adjust the temperature setting, press “

” on

(driver’s

side) to increase the temperature and press “

(driver’s side) to decrease the temperature.

” on

If

is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or

heated air.

The air conditioning system switches between individual and synchro-

nized modes each time

is pressed.

Synchronized mode (indicator on):

The driver’s side

can be used to adjust the temperature for the

driver’s and front passenger’s side. To enter individual mode, operate

the front passenger’s side

.

Individual mode (indicator off):

The temperature for the driver’s and front passenger’s side can be

adjusted separately.

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■ Fan speed setting

To adjust the fan speed, press

and to decrease the fan speed.

to increase the fan speed

Press

to turn the fan off.

■ Change the airflow mode

To change the airflow mode,

press

.

The air outlets used are

switched each time the button is

pressed.

Air flows to the upper body.

1

2

Air flows to the upper body

and feet.

Air flows to the feet.

3

4

5

Air flows to the feet and the

windshield defogger oper-

ates.

Using automatic mode

1

Press

.

The dehumidification function begins to operate. Air outlets and fan

speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-

ting.

2

3

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press

.

■ Automatic mode indicator

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the auto-

matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-

tions other than that operated is maintained.

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Other functions

■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

Press

.

The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recir-

culated air mode (indicator on) each time

is pressed.

■ Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-

dows.

Press

.

The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases.

Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if

the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)

To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and

temperature up.

To return to the previous mode, press

is defogged.

again when the windshield

■ Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors

Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-

drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.

Press

.

The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.

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Air outlets

■ Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume

change according to the

selected airflow mode.

■ Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-

lets

 Front

 Rear

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Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.

Turn the knob to open or close the vent.

1

2

■Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and

the ambient conditions.

Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow

immediately after

is pressed.

■Fogging up of the windows

●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.

Turning

on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the

windshield effectively.

●If you turn

off, the windows may fog up more easily.

●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

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■When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehi-

cle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake mode be

set to outside air mode and the fan speed to any setting except off.

■Outside/recirculated air mode

●Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in prevent-

ing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle

when the outside air temperature is high.

●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the

temperature setting or the inside temperature.

■When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condition-

ing system is on

●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition-

ing system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also

reduce fuel consumption.

●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch

is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing

■When the outside temperature is low

.

The dehumidification function may not operate even when

is pressed.

■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode

●In the Eco drive mode, “ECO” is displayed on the air conditioning screen

and the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel effi-

ciency:

• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/

cooling capacity

• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected

●To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:

• Adjust the fan speed

• Turn off Eco drive mode

■Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.

●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into

and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to

be emitted from the vents.

●To reduce potential odors from occurring:

• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air

mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time

immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic

mode.

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■Air conditioning filter

P. 413

■Air conditioning system refrigerant

●A label regarding the refrigerant of the

air conditioning system is attached to the

hood at the location shown in the follow-

ing illustration.

●The meaning of each symbol on the label are as follows:

Caution

Air conditioning system

Air conditioning system lubricant type

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Requires registered technician to service air conditioning

system

Flammable refrigerant

■Customization

Some functions can be customized. (P. 511)

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WARNING

■To prevent the windshield from fogging up

●Do not use

during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.

The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the

windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-

ing your vision.

●Do not place anything on the instrument

panel which may cover the air outlets.

Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,

preventing the windshield defoggers

from defogging.

■To prevent burns

Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror

defoggers are on.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the

engine is stopped.

■When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by your Toyota dealer.

When a part of the air conditioning system, such as the evaporator, is to be

replaced, it must be replaced with a new one.

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Heat ed steering w heel^/seat heaters/seat

vent ilators^

Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the

steering wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain

good ventilation by pulling air through the seat upholstery.

WARNING

●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories

comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:

• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-

lenged

• Persons with sensitive skin

• Persons who are fatigued

• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

●Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:

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• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat

heater.

• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.

NOTICE

●Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do

not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.

●To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is

off.

: If equipped

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Heated steering wheel

5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Turns the heated steering wheel

on/off

The indicator light comes on when

the heated steering wheel is oper-

ating.

The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNI-

TION ON mode.

Seat heaters

■ Front

 Without seat ventilators

 With seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the operation condition changes as

follows.

Hi (3 segments lit)  Mid (2 segments lit)  Lo (1 segment lit)  Off

The level indicator lights up during operation.

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■ Rear (if equipped)

Turns the heated rear seat on/off

The indicator light will illuminate

when the rear seat heater is oper-

ating.

The seat heaters can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

Seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed,

the operation condition changes

as follows.

Hi (3 segments lit)  Mid (2 seg-

ments lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) 

Off

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The level indicator lights up during

operation.

■The seat ventilators can be used when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■Air conditioning system-linked control mode

When a seat ventilator is set to Hi, the fan speed of the seat ventilator may

increase according to the fan speed of the air conditioning system

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Interior light s list

Front interior/personal lights (P. 333)

1

Shift lever light

2

Ambient lights (if equipped) (P. 334)

3

Door courtesy lights

4

Rear personal lights (P. 333)

5

Footwell lights

6

Front center console light

7

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Interior light

The rear personal lights turn on/off together with the interior light.

Turns the lights on/off linked to

1

door positions

Turns the lights on/off

2

Personal lights

■ Front

Turns the lights on/off

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■ Rear

Turns the lights on/off

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Ambient lights (if equipped)

Each time the “MOOD” switch is

pressed, the brightness level

changes.

●Illuminated entry system:

The lights automatically turn on/off according to the engine switch mode,

the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked,

and whether the doors are open/closed.

●If the interior lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights

will go off automatically after 20 minutes.

●If any of the SRS airbags deploy (inflate) or in the event of a strong rear

impact, the interior lights will turn on automatically.

The interior lights will turn off automatically after approximately 20 minutes.

The interior lights can be turned off manually. However, in order to help pre-

vent further collisions, it is recommended that they be left on until safety can

be ensured.

(The interior lights may not turn on automatically depending on the force of

the impact and conditions of the collision.)

●Some functions can be customized. (P. 512)

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5-3. Using the storage features

List of storage feat ures

Auxiliary boxes

Glove box

(P. 339)

(P. 336)

Cup holders

Console box

(P. 338)

(P. 336)

1

2

3

4

5

6

Bottle holders/door pockets

(P. 337)

Auxiliary box/open tray

(P. 339, 340)

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WARNING

●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this

may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:

• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact

with other stored items.

• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other

stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release

gas, causing a fire hazard.

●When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the

lids closed.

In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur

due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.

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Glove box

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Push the button to open the glove

box.

The glove box light turns on when the engine switch is in ACCESSORY or

IGNITION ON mode.

Console box

Push the knob.

■Console box tray

The tray can be removed.

■Console box light

The console box light turns on when the engine switch is in ACCESSORY or

IGNITION ON mode.

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Bottle holders

 Front

 Rear

●When storing a bottle, close the cap.

●The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

WARNING

Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders.

Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or

sudden braking and cause injury.

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NOTICE

Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-

tle holders, or glass or paper cups containing liquid. The contents may spill

and glass cups may break.

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Cup holders

 Front

 Rear

Pull the armrest down.

WARNING

●Do not place any objects that fit loosely or are very tall in the cup holders,

otherwise they may fall out while driving, possibly leading to an accident.

●To prevent burns, cover hot drinks when placed in the cup holders.

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Auxiliary boxes

 Type A (if equipped)

 Type B

Push the lid.

Pull the armrest down.

 Type C

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Opening:

Push the tray forward until it locks.

Closing:

Push the tray forward to release the lock and the tray will automati-

cally close.

■When small items are placed on top of the tray (type C)

The tray can be opened while small items

are placed on it.

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■When using wireless charger (if equipped)

P. 346

WARNING

■Items unsuitable for storing (type A)

Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).

Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall

out, resulting in an accident.

NOTICE

■When opening or closing the tray (type C)

●To prevent damaging small items, when opening the tray while small items

are placed on it, make sure the items will not get caught.

●To prevent damaging the tray, do not pull the tray to close it. Doing so may

damage the tray.

●When on a steep downward incline, the tray may be slow to close auto-

matically. In this case, the tray can be pulled closed after pushing it to

release the lock.

Open tray

WARNING

Do not store items in the tray that can easily shift or roll out.

Failure to do so may cause items to be thrown out of the tray in the event of

sudden braking or steering. In these cases, the items may interfere with

pedal operation or cause driver distraction, resulting in an accident.

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Trunk features

Grocery bag hooks

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the hooks, do not apply too much load to the hooks.

Cargo net

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Other interior feat ures

Sun visors

To set the visor in the forward

1

position, flip it down.

To set the visor in the side posi-

2

tion, flip down, unhook, and

swing it to the side.

To use the side extender, place

3

the visor in the side position,

then slide it backward.

Vanity mirrors

Open the cover to use.

The light turns on when the cover

is opened.

If the vanity lights remain on for 20 minutes while the engine is off, the lights

will turn off automatically.

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Power outlet

Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than

12 VDC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W).

Open the lid.

■The power outlet can be used when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

■When turning the engine switch off

Disconnect electrical devices with charging functions, such as mobile battery

packs.

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If such devices are left connected, the engine switch may not be turned off

normally.

NOTICE

●To avoid damaging the power outlet, close the power outlet lid when it is

not in use.

Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short

circuit.

●To prevent battery discharge, do not use the power outlet longer than nec-

essary when the engine is not running.

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USB charging ports

5-4. Other interior features

The USB charging ports are used to supply 2.5 A (USB Type-A port)

or 3.0 A (USB Type-C port) of electricity at 5 V to external devices

(power consumption of 12.5 W [USB Type-A port] or 15 W [USB Type-

C port]).

The USB charging ports are for charging only. They are not designed

for data transfer or other purposes.

Depending on the external device, it may not charge properly. Refer to

the manual included with the device before using a USB charging

port.

■ Using the USB charging ports

 Front

 Rear

USB Type-A port

USB Type-C port

Open the console box lid.

Open the lid.

■The USB charging ports can be used when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

■Situations in which the USB charging ports may not operate correctly

●If a device which consumes more than 2.5 A at 5 V (12.5 W) (USB Type-A

port) or 3.0 A at 5 V (15 W) (USB Type-C port) is connected

●If a device designed to communicate with a personal computer, such as a

USB memory device, is connected

●If the connected external device is turned off (depending on device)

●If the temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle has

been parked in the sun

■About connected external devices

Depending on the connected external device, charging may occasionally be

suspended and then start again. This is not a malfunction.

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■Cable pass through

●The cutouts on the console box rim allow

power cables to be passed through

when the console box lid is closed.

●An electronic device on the console box

tray can be recharged by running power

cables through the clearance of the tray

and connecting it to the USB charging

ports underneath the tray.

To prevent damage to the charging

port of an electronic device when it is

placed on the tray while it is being

charged, place the connector side of

the device on the raised portions near

the cutout.

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NOTICE

■To prevent damage to the USB charging ports

●Do not insert foreign objects into the ports.

●Do not spill water or other liquids into the ports.

●Rear USB charging ports: When the USB charging ports are not in use,

close the lids. If a foreign object or liquid enters a port may cause a short

circuit.

●Do not apply excessive force to or impact the USB charging ports.

●Do not disassemble or modify the USB charging ports.

■To prevent damage to external devices

●Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. The temperature inside the

vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to an external device.

●Do not push down on or apply unnecessary force to an external device or

the cable of an external device while it is connected.

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the USB charging ports for a long period of time with the engine

stopped.

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5-4. Other interior features

Wireless charger (if equipped)

A portable device, such as a smartphone or mobile battery, can be

charged by just placing it on the charging area, provided the device is

compatible with the Qi wireless charging standard created by the

Wireless Power Consortium.

The wireless charger cannot be used with a portable device that is

larger than the charging area. Additionally, depending on the portable

device, the wireless charger may not operate properly. Refer to the

operation manual of the portable device.

■ The “Qi” symbol

The “Qi” symbol is a trademark of the Wireless Power Consortium.

■ Name for all parts

1

2

3

Power supply switch

Operation indicator light

Charge area

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■ Using the wireless charger

1

Push the open tray forward

until it locks. (P. 339)

2

Press the power supply

switch of the wireless char-

ger.

Pressing the switch again turns

the wireless charger off.

When turned on, the operation

indicator light (green) comes on.

When the engine switch is turned off, the on/off state of the wireless

charger will be memorized.

3

Place a portable device on

the charging area with its

charging

down.

surface

facing

While charging, the operation

indicator light (orange) will be

illuminated.

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If charging does not begin,

move the portable device as

close to the center of the

charging area as possible.

When charging is complete, the operation indicator light (green) will illu-

minate.

● Recharging function

• If a certain amount of time has elapsed since charging com-

pleted and the portable device has not been moved, the wire-

less charger will restart charging.

• If the portable device is moved within the charging area,

charging will stop temporarily then restart.

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■ Operation indicator light status

Operation indicator light

State

Off

The Wireless charger is off

Standby (charging is possible)

Charging is complete*

Green (illuminated)

A portable device has been placed on the

charging area (identifying the portable

device)

Orange (illuminated)

Charging in progress

*: Depending on the portable device, the operation indicator light may stay

illuminated (orange) after charging has completed.

● If the operation indicator light blinks

If an error is detected, the operation indicator light will blink

(orange). Take the appropriate measures according to the table

below.

Operation indicator light

Suspected causes

Measure

Blinks (orange) at a

one second interval

continuously

Vehicle to charger com- Contact your Toyota

munication failure.

dealer.

A foreign object exists

between the portable Remove the foreign

device and charging object.

area.

Blinks (orange) 3 times

repeatedly

Move

the

portable

Portable device is not

positioned properly on

the charging area.

device toward the cen-

ter of the charging

area.

The temperature of the Stop charging immedi-

wireless charger is ately and continue

Blinks (orange) 4 times

repeatedly

excessively high.

charging after a while.

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■The wireless charger can be operated when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

■Portable devices that can be charged

●Portable devices compatible with the Qi wireless charging standard can be

charged by the wireless charger. However, compatibility with all devices

which meet the Qi wireless charging standard is not guaranteed.

●The wireless charger is designed to supply low power electricity (5 W or

less) to a cellular phone, smartphone, or other portable device.

■If a cover or accessory is attached to the portable device

Do not charge a portable device if a cover or accessory which is not Qi com-

patible is attached. Depending on the type of cover and/or accessory

attached, it may not be possible to charge the portable device. If the portable

device is placed on the charging area and does not charge, remove the cover

and/or accessories.

■If interference is heard in AM radio broadcasts while charging

Turn off the wireless charger and check if the noise is reduced. If noise is

reduced, press and hold the power supply switch of the wireless charger for 2

seconds. The frequency of the wireless charger is changed and noise may be

reduced. When the frequency is changed, the operation indicator light will

blink (orange) 2 times.

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■Charging precautions

●If the electronic key cannot be detected in the cabin, charging cannot be

performed. When a door is opened and closed, charging may be temporarily

suspended.

●While charging, the wireless charger and the portable device will become

warm. This is not a malfunction.

If a portable device becomes warm while charging and charging stops due

to the protection function of the portable device, wait until the portable

device cools down and charge it again.

■Sound generated during operation

When the power supply switch is turned on or while a portable device is being

identified, operation sounds may be heard. This is not a malfunction.

■Cleaning the wireless charger

P. 370

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■Certification for the wireless charger

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WARNING

■Caution while driving

When charging a portable device while driving, for safety reasons, the driver

should not operate the portable device.

■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices

People with implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization

therapy pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators, as well as

any other electrical medical device, should consult their physician about the

usage of the wireless charger.

Operations of the wireless charger may have an affect on medical devices.

■To prevent damage or burns

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in the possibility of fire, equipment failure or

damage, or burns due to heat.

●Do not put any metallic objects between the charging area and the porta-

ble device while charging.

●Do not attach metallic objects, such as aluminum stickers, to the charging

area.

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●Do not cover the wireless charger with a cloth or other object while

charging.

●Do not attempt to charge portable devices which are not compatible with

the Qi wireless charging standard.

●Do not disassemble, modify or remove the wireless charger.

●Do not apply force or impact to the wireless charger.

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NOTICE

■Conditions in which the wireless charger may not operate correctly

In the following situations, the wireless charger may not operate correctly:

●When a portable device is fully charged

●When there is a foreign object between the charging area and portable

device

●When a portable device becomes hot while charging

●When a portable device is placed on the wireless area with its charging

surface facing up

●When a portable device is not centered on the charging area

●When the vehicle is near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station,

radio station, large display, airport or other facility that generates strong

radio waves or electrical noise

●When the portable device is in contact with, or is covered by any of the fol-

lowing metallic objects:

• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached

• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside

• Metallic wallets or bags

• Coins

• Metal hand warmers

• Media such as CDs and DVDs

●When wireless keys (that emit radio waves) other than those of your vehi-

cle are being used nearby.

If in situations other than above the wireless charger does not operate prop-

erly or the operation indicator light is blinking, the wireless charger may be

malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota dealer.

■To prevent failure or damage to data

●Do not bring magnetic cards, such as a credit card, or magnetic recording

media, close to the wireless charger while charging. Otherwise, data may

be erased due to the influence of magnetism.

Additionally, do not bring precision instruments such as wrist watches,

close to the wireless charger, as such objects may malfunction.

●Do not leave portable devices in the cabin. The temperature inside the

cabin may become high when parked in the sun, and cause damage to the

device.

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the wireless charger for a long period of time with the engine

stopped.

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5-4. Other interior features

Armrest

Fold down the armrest for use.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the armrest, do not apply too much load on the arm-

rest.

Assist grips

An assist grip installed on the ceil-

ing can be used to support your

body while sitting on the seat.

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WARNING

Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from

your seat.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the assist grip, do not put a heavy load on the assist

grip.

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Coat hooks

5-4. Other interior features

Coat hooks are provided on the

rear assist grips.

WARNING

Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or sharp objects on the hook. If the

SRS curtain shield airbags deploy, these items may become projectiles,

causing death or serious injury.

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Garage door opener^

The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage

doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems,

security systems, and other devices.

®

HomeLink

®

The HomeLink wireless control system in your vehicle has 3 buttons

which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the

programming methods on the following pages to determine the

method which is appropriate for the device.

®

HomeLink indicator light

1

Garage door operation indica-

2

tors

®

HomeLink icon

3

Illuminates while HomeLink^®is

operating.

5

Buttons

4

®

■ Before programming the HomeLink

● During programming, it is possible that garage doors, gates, or

other devices may operate. For this reason, make sure that peo-

ple and objects are clear of the garage door or other devices to

prevent injury or other potential harm.

● It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the remote

control transmitter for more accurate programming.

● Garage door opener motors manufactured after 1995 may be

equipped with rolling code protection. If this is the case, you may

need a stepladder or other sturdy, safe device to reach the

“Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage door opener motor.

: If equipped

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■ Programming the HomeLink

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®

1

3

Steps

through

must be performed within 60 seconds, other-

wise the indicator light will stop flashing and programming will not

be able to be completed.

®

1

Press and release the HomeLink button you want to program

®

and check that the HomeLink indicator light flashes orange.

2

Point the remote control

transmitter for the device at

the rear view mirror, 1 to 3 in.

(25 to 75 mm) from the

®

HomeLink buttons.

Keep the HomeLink^®indicator

light in view while programming.

3

Program a device.

 Programming a device other than an entry gate (for U.S.A.

owners)

Press and hold the remote control transmitter button until the

®

HomeLink indicator light changes from slowly flashing orange to

rapidly flashing green (rolling code) or continuously lit green

(fixed code), then release the button.

 Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming

a device in the Canadian market

Press and release the remote control transmitter button at 2 sec-

®

ond intervals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink indicator light

changes from slowly flashing orange to rapidly flashing green

(rolling code) or continuously lit green (fixed code).

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®

4

Test the HomeLink operation by pressing the newly pro-

grammed button and observing the indicator light:

● Indicator light illuminates: Programming of a fixed code device

has completed. The garage door or other device should operate

®

when a HomeLink button is pressed and released.

● Indicator light flashes rapidly: The garage door opener motor or

other device is equipped with a rolling code. To complete pro-

®

gramming, firmly press and hold the HomeLink button for 2 sec-

onds then release it.

● If the garage door or other device does not operate, proceed to

“Programming a rolling code system”.

5

Repeat the steps above to program another device for any of the

remaining HomeLink buttons.

®

■ Programming a rolling code system

2 or more people may be necessary to complete rolling code pro-

gramming.

1

Locate the “Learn” or “Smart”

5

button on the garage door

opener motor in the garage.

This button can usually be found

where the hanging antenna wire

is attached to the unit. The

name and color of the button

may vary by manufacturer.

Refer to the Owner’s manual

supplied with the garage door

opener motor for details.

2

Press and release the

“Learn” or “Smart” button.

3

Perform

within 30 sec-

2

onds after performing

.

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3

Press and hold the desired

HomeLink button (inside the

®

vehicle) for 2 seconds and

release it. Repeat this

sequence

(press/hold/

release) up to 3 times to

complete programming.

If the garage door opener

motor operates when the

®

HomeLink

button

is

pressed, the garage door

opener motor recognizes the

®

HomeLink signal.

■ Enabling 2-way communication with a garage door (only avail-

able for compatible devices)

When enabled, 2-way communication allows you to check the sta-

tus of the opening and closing of a garage door through indicators

in your vehicle.

2-way communication is only available if the garage door opener

motor used is a compatible device. (To check device compatibility,

refer to

1

Within 5 seconds after programming the garage door opener has

been completed, if the garage door opener motor is trained to

®

HomeLink , both garage door operation indicators will flash rap-

idly green and the light on the garage door opener motor will

blink twice, indicating that 2-way communication is enabled.

2

3

If the indicators do not flash, perform

and

within the first 10

®

presses of the HomeLink button after programming has been

completed.

®

2

Press a programmed HomeLink button to operate a garage

door.

®

3

Within 1 minute of pressing the HomeLink button, after the

garage door operation has stopped, press the “Learn” or “Smart”

button on the garage door opener motor. Within 5 seconds of the

establishment of 2-way communication with the garage door

opener, both garage door operation indicators in the vehicle will

flash rapidly green and the light on the garage door opener motor

will blink twice, indicating that 2-way communication is enabled.

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®

■ Reprogramming a single HomeLink button

When the following procedure is performed, buttons which already

have devices registered to them can be overwritten:

®

1

With one hand, press and hold the desired HomeLink button.

®

2

When the HomeLink indicator starts flashing orange, continue

®

to hold the HomeLink button and perform “Programming the

®

1

HomeLink ”

(it takes 20 seconds for the HomeLink indicator

to start flashing).

®

Operating the HomeLink

®

Press the appropriate HomeLink button. The HomeLink indicator

light should turn on.

Garage door operation indicators

The status of the opening and

closing of a garage door is shown

by the indicators.

5

Opening

1

Closing

2

This function is only available if the

garage door opener motor used is

a compatible device. (To check

device compatibility, refer to

Color

Orange (flashing)

Green

Status

Currently opening/closing

Opening/closing has completed

Feedback signals cannot be received

Red (flashing)

The indicators can operate within approximately 820 ft. (250 m) of

the garage door. However, if there are obstructions between the

garage door and the vehicle, such as houses and trees, feedback

signals from the garage door may not be received. To recall the pre-

®

vious door operation status, press and release either HomeLink

buttons

and

or

and

simultaneously.

The last recorded status will be displayed for 3 seconds.

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®

Erasing the entire HomeLink memory (all three codes)

Press and hold the 2 outside but-

tons for 10 seconds until the

®

HomeLink

indicator

light

changes from continuously lit

orange to rapidly flashing green.

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to

erase the programs stored in the

HomeLink^®memory.

■Codes stored in the HomeLink^®memory

●The registered codes are not erased even if the battery cable is discon-

nected.

●If learning failed when registering a different code to a HomeLink^®button

that already has a code registered to it, the already registered code will not

be erased.

■Before programming

●Install a new battery in the transmitter.

●The battery side of the transmitter must be pointed away from the Home-

Link^®.

■Certification for the garage door opener

 For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

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 For vehicles sold in Canada

■When support is necessary

Visit on the web at or call 1-800-355-3515.

5

WARNING

■When programming a garage door or other remote control device

The garage door or other device may operate, so ensure people and

objects are out of danger to prevent potential harm.

■Conforming to federal safety standards

Do not use the HomeLink^®compatible transceiver with any garage door

opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by

federal safety standards. This includes any garage door that cannot detect

an interfering object. A door or device without these features increases the

risk of death or serious injury.

■When operating or programming HomeLink^®

Never allow a child to operate or play with the HomeLink^®buttons.

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