(Pre-Collision System). Toyota Avalon Hybrid 2020, Avalon HV
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Toyota Avalon HV is a hybrid vehicle that combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor to achieve better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. It comes with a variety of features that make it a comfortable and convenient car to drive. These include a spacious interior, a user-friendly infotainment system, and a suite of advanced safety features.
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PCS (Pre-Collision System)
The pre-collision system uses a radar sensor and camera sensor to detect vehicles and pedestrians in front of your vehicle.
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high, a warning operates to urge the driver to take evasive action and the potential brake pressure is increased to help the driver avoid the collision. If the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is extremely high, the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or help reduce the impact of the collision.
The pre-collision system can be disabled/enabled and the warning timing can be changed. (
◆ Pre-collision warning
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is high, a buzzer will sound and a warning message will be displayed on the multiinformation display to urge the driver to take evasive action.
◆ Pre-collision brake assist
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is high, the system applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.
◆ Pre-collision braking
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is high, the system warns the driver. If the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is extremely high, the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or reduce the collision speed.
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WARNING
■ Limitations of the pre-collision system
● The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings.
Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking operations under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collisions or lessen collision damage or injury in every situation. Do not overly rely on this system. Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
● Although this system is designed to help avoid a collision or help reduce the impact of the collision, its effectiveness may change according to various conditions, therefore the system may not always be able to achieve the same level of performance.
Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system and always drive carefully.
• Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no possibility of a collision:
• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly:
● Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre-collision system yourself.
Depending on the objects used for testing (dummies, cardboard objects imitating detectable objects, etc.), the system may not operate properly, possibly leading to an accident.
■ Pre-collision braking
● When the pre-collision braking function is operating, a large amount of braking force will be applied.
● If the vehicle is stopped by the operation of the pre-collision braking function, the pre-collision braking function operation will be canceled after approximately 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal as necessary.
● The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain operations are performed by the driver. If the accelerator pedal is being depressed strongly or the steering wheel is being turned, the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly prevent the pre-collision braking function from operating.
● In some situations, while the pre-collision braking function is operating, operation of the function may be canceled if the accelerator pedal is depressed strongly or the steering wheel is turned and the system determines that the driver is taking evasive action.
● If the brake pedal is being depressed, the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly delay the operation timing of the pre-collision braking function.
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WARNING
■ When to disable the pre-collision system
In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate properly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:
● When the vehicle is being towed
● When your vehicle is towing another vehicle
● When transporting the vehicle via truck, boat, train or similar means of transportation
● When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the hybrid system on and the tires are allowed to rotate freely
● When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dynamometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on vehicle wheel balancer
● When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to an accident or other reasons
● If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehicle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning
● When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road
● When the tires are not properly inflated
● When the tires are very worn
● When tires of a size other than specified are installed
● When tire chains are installed
● When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used
● If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sensor or camera sensor is temporarily installed to the vehicle
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Changing settings of the pre-collision system
■ Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system
The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on (
of the multi-information display.
The system is automatically enabled each time the power switch is turned to ON mode.
If the system is disabled, the
PCS warning light will turn on and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.
■ Changing the pre-collision warning timing
The pre-collision warning timing can be changed on (
of the multi-information display.
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The operation timing setting is retained when the power switch is turned off.
Far
The warning will begin to operate earlier than with the default timing.
Middle
This is the default setting.
Near
The warning will begin to operate later than with the default timing.
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■ Operational conditions
The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high.
Each function is operational at the following speeds:
● Pre-collision warning:
• Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180 km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)
• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.
● Pre-collision brake assist:
• Vehicle speed is between approximately 20 and 110 mph (30 and 180 km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 20 and 50 mph [30 and 80 km/h].)
• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) or more.
● Pre-collision braking:
• Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180 km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)
• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.
The system may not operate in the following situations:
● If a 12-volt battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time
● If the shift lever is in R
● If VSC is disabled (only the pre-collision warning function will be operational)
■ Pedestrian detection function
The pre-collision system detects pedestrians based on the size, profile, and motion of a detected object. However, a pedestrian may not be detected depending on the surrounding brightness and the motion, posture, and angle of the detected object, preventing the system from operating properly. (
■ Cancelation of the pre-collision braking
If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is operating, it will be canceled:
● The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
● The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.
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■ Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no possibility of a collision
● In some situations such as the following, the system may determine that there is a possibility of a frontal collision and operate.
• When passing a vehicle or pedestrian
• When changing lanes while overtaking a preceding vehicle
• When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is changing lanes
• When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is making a left/right turn
• When passing a vehicle in an oncoming lane that is stopped to make a right/left turn
• When driving on a road where relative location to vehicle ahead in an adjacent lane may change, such as on a winding road
• When rapidly closing on a vehicle ahead
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road surface is uneven or undulating
• When approaching objects on the roadside, such as guardrails, utility poles, trees, or walls
• When there is a vehicle, pedestrian, or object by the roadside at the entrance of a curve
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• When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on an iron bridge
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• When there is a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, or a protrusion on the road surface or roadside
• When a crossing pedestrian approaches very close to the vehicle
• When passing through a place with a low structure above the road (low ceiling, traffic sign, etc.)
• When passing under an object (billboard, etc.) at the top of an uphill road
• When rapidly closing on an electric toll gate barrier, parking area barrier, or other barrier that opens and closes
• When using an automatic car wash
• When driving through or under objects that may contact the vehicle, such as thick grass, tree branches, or a banner
• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mistaken for a vehicle or pedestrian
• When driving near an object that reflects radio waves, such as a large truck or guardrail
• When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant, or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise may be present
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■ Situations in which the system may not operate properly
● In some situations such as the following, a vehicle may not be detected by the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating properly:
• If an oncoming vehicle is approaching your vehicle
• If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle or bicycle
• When approaching the side or front of a vehicle
• If a preceding vehicle has a small rear end, such as an unloaded truck
• If a preceding vehicle has a low rear end, such as a low bed trailer
• If a vehicle ahead is carrying a load which protrudes past its rear bumper
• If a vehicle ahead has extremely high ground clearance
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• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, such as a tractor or side car
• If the sun or other light is shining directly on a vehicle ahead
• If a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle or emerges from beside a vehicle
• If a vehicle ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving, acceleration or deceleration)
• When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle
• When a vehicle ahead is not directly in front of your vehicle
• When driving in inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm
• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When driving in a place where the surrounding brightness changes suddenly, such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel
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• When a very bright light, such as the sun or the headlights of oncoming traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor
• When the surrounding area is dim, such as at dawn or dusk, or while at night or in a tunnel
• After the hybrid system has started the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time
• While making a left/right turn and for a few seconds after making a left/ right turn
• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve
• If your vehicle is skidding
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered
• If the wheels are misaligned
• If a wiper blade is blocking the camera sensor
• The vehicle is wobbling.
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds.
• When driving on a hill
• If the radar sensor or camera sensor is misaligned
● In some situations such as the following, sufficient braking force may not be obtained, preventing the system from performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when the brake parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, or wet
• If the vehicle is not properly maintained (brakes or tires are excessively worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)
• When the vehicle is being driven on a gravel road or other slippery surface
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● Some pedestrians such as the following may not be detected by the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating properly:
• Pedestrians shorter than approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approximately 6.5 ft. (2 m)
• Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, etc.), making their silhouette obscure
• Pedestrians who are carrying large baggage, holding an umbrella, etc., hiding part of their body
• Pedestrians who are bending forward or squatting
• Pedestrians who are pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehicle
• Groups of pedestrians which are close together
• Pedestrians who are wearing white and look extremely bright
• Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel
• Pedestrians whose clothing appears to be nearly the same color or brightness as their surroundings
• Pedestrians near walls, fences, guardrails, or large objects
• Pedestrians who are on a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.) on the road
• Pedestrians who are walking fast
• Pedestrians who are changing speed abruptly
• Pedestrians running out from behind a vehicle or a large object
• Pedestrians who are extremely close to the side of the vehicle (outside rear view mirror, etc.)
■ If the PCS warning light flashes or illuminates and a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display
The pre-collision system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a malfunction in the system.
● In the following situations, the warning light will turn off, the message will disappear and the system will become operational when normal operating conditions return:
• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sensor is hot, such as in the sun
• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sensor is cold, such as in an extremely cold environment
• When a front sensor is dirty or covered with snow, etc.
• When the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or covered with condensation or ice
(Defogging the windshield:
• If the camera sensor is obstructed, such as when the hood is open or a sticker is attached to the windshield near the camera sensor
● If the PCS warning light continues to flash or remains illuminated or the warning message does not disappear even though the vehicle has returned to normal, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
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Key Features
- Hybrid powertrain for improved fuel efficiency
- Spacious interior with comfortable seating
- User-friendly infotainment system with a large touchscreen
- Advanced safety features such as lane departure alert and automatic emergency braking
- Comfortable ride quality with a well-tuned suspension
- Impressive acceleration and handling for a hybrid vehicle
- Quiet cabin with minimal road and engine noise
- Generous cargo space with a large trunk
- Excellent fuel economy for a midsize sedan
- Toyota Safety Sense P suite of advanced safety features
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Table of contents
- 6 For your information
- 12 Reading this manual
- 13 How to search
- 14 Pictorial index
- 24 Before driving
- 26 For safe driving
- 28 Seat belts
- 34 SRS airbags
- 48 classification system
- 53 children
- 54 Child restraint systems
- 58 Installing child restraints
- 68 Exhaust gas precautions
- 69 Safety Connect
- 75 Hybrid system features
- 79 precautions
- 86 Immobilizer system
- 88 Alarm
- 92 indicators
- 98 Gauges and meters
- 102 display
- 121 Head-up display
- 128 consumption screen
- 138 Doors
- 144 Trunk
- 148 Smart key system
- 155 Front seats
- 157 Rear seats
- 159 memory
- 164 Head restraints
- 166 Steering wheel
- 168 Inside rear view mirror
- 170 mirrors
- 173 Power windows
- 177 Moon roof
- 181 Driving the vehicle
- 189 Cargo and luggage
- 192 Vehicle load limits
- 193 Trailer towing
- 194 Dinghy towing
- 195 Power (ignition) switch
- 201 EV drive mode
- 204 Hybrid transmission
- 210 Turn signal lever
- 211 Parking brake
- 215 Brake Hold
- 217 Headlight switch
- 221 Automatic High Beam
- 225 washer
- 234 Toyota Safety Sense P
- 241 (Pre-Collision System)
- 252 with steering control)
- 263 range
- 276 (Blind Spot Monitor)
- 280 • BSM function
- 282 • RCTA function
- 287 function
- 291 Intuitive parking assist
- 299 Sonar (ICS)
- 320 switches
- 322 Driving assist systems
- 332 Winter driving tips
- 322 system
- 333 seat ventilators
- 336 Interior lights list
- 337 • Interior light
- 337 • Personal lights
- 338 • Ambient lights
- 339 List of storage features
- 340 • Glove box
- 340 • Console box
- 341 • Bottle holders
- 342 • Cup holders
- 343 • Auxiliary boxes
- 344 • Open tray
- 345 Trunk features
- 346 Other interior features
- 346 • Sun visors
- 346 • Vanity mirrors
- 347 • Power outlet
- 348 • USB charging ports
- 350 • Wireless charger
- 359 • Armrest
- 359 • Assist grips
- 360 • Coat hooks
- 361 Garage door opener
- 370 the vehicle exterior
- 373 the vehicle interior
- 376 requirements
- 378 General maintenance
- 382 programs
- 383 precautions
- 386 Positioning a floor jack
- 387 Engine compartment
- 395 12-volt battery
- 399 Tires
- 411 Tire inflation pressure
- 414 Wheels
- 416 Air conditioning filter
- 418 filter
- 423 Electronic key battery
- 425 fuses
- 428 Light bulbs
- 445 Emergency flashers
- 446 an emergency
- 447 in rising water
- 448 to be towed
- 451 is wrong
- 452 sounds
- 462 is displayed
- 468 If you have a flat tire
- 479 not start
- 481 properly
- 484 is discharged
- 491 overheats
- 495 stuck
- 499 (fuel, oil level, etc.)
- 507 Fuel information
- 510 Tire information
- 523 Customizable features
- 532 Items to initialize
- 535 U.S. owners
- 537 (Troubleshooting)
- 541 Alphabetical index
- 532 Before driving
- 534 For safe driving
- 536 Seat belts
- 542 SRS airbags
- 556 classification system
- 544 Installing child restraints
- 549 precautions
- 549 Immobilizer system
- 541 indicators
- 547 Gauges and meters
- 551 display
- 551 Head-up display
- 517 Doors
- 523 Trunk
- 527 Smart key system
- 534 Front seats
- 536 Rear seats
- 538 memory
- 543 Head restraints
- 545 Steering wheel
- 547 Inside rear view mirror
- 549 mirrors
- 552 Power windows
- 556 Moon roof
- 545 Driving the vehicle
- 553 Cargo and luggage
- 556 Vehicle load limits
- 557 Trailer towing
- 558 Dinghy towing
- 559 Power (ignition) switch
- 558 Hybrid transmission
- 558 Turn signal lever
- 559 washer