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1) Open glove box and hit the button to the left side of glove box door to turn remote trunk lid access off.
2) Lock the glove box using the small mechanical key that is inside of the Smart Key fob and pops out via a small button on the side of the fob.
3) Using the same mechanical key, lock the trunk pass through small door in middle of back seat behind the pull down arm rest.
4) Give fob to valet to park your car, but take the small mechanical key with you.
The fob will allow the valet to start and park the car, but the trunk will not open using the remote trunk release button to the left of the steering wheel, nor the button located on the passenger side rear tail light, nor the trunk release button on the Smart Key fob.
When the valet returns your car, just unlock the glove box with your small mechanical key and push the button on the left side to turn remote trunk access back on. Then put the small mechanical key back inside the Smart Key fob.
Personal attacks? Impressive, and classy.
Here were my exact words:
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Abfish, I respect your thoughts and opinions, but what I'm saying is that when you make nebulous statements like
"Being pretty sure front diameter are a certain numrical value, and being sure are too different things."
its hard to understand what you mean. In my book, "sure" and "certain" are the same thing.
Also, I dont think we need your condemation. Saying things like "Shame on some of you" isnt exactly the best way to ask your question, if its actually a response you want and you're not looking to assail people, which is how it seemed.
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You act as if I have some vested interest in the Avalon- I dont, Im not one of the designers or engineers. I enjoy reading the critique of this new model, both in the mags, on the web, and the folks here.
I think there are many warranted criticisms. And I would recommend that if you feel so strongly on Toyota producing an Avalon with no autoclimate control, more trunk room, rear head room, etc, you should make it know... to them especially. Or, maybe you should also check out the Ford Five Hundred, which has the added benefit of being available with AWD, a Toyota oversight.
~alpha
Did you get a chance to test drive the new Avalon ? If and when you do, post your comments here. I like your insightful, unbiased opinion. Btw, how do you like your new job ?
Take a look at the interior of the new Lexus GS430...now that is a beautiful car.
~alpha
Note: The passenger front seat in the 2005 does not move up and down like my 96. The seat feels high, but my head did not hit the roof (close).
Could someone tell us what it looks like installed, on the inside? (The version offered by Toyota)
Thanks!
I had the XM Satellite Radio installed by the dealer as part of my deal. I bought a Limited model, which comes with the JBL Synthesis Audio System as standard equipment. This JBL System has a Satellite Radio button on the audio buttons, and also displays the XM Radio info on the information screen in the middle of the dash, so no additional screen is needed to be attached to the front of the dash. I don't know for sure, but if the Avalon you are dealing on does not include the up level JBL Audio system, it may not be set up for the XM Satellite Radio option, so it may require the addition of the screen your salesman is telling you about. If that is the case, I would suggest you look at other after market installers that would sell you the XM Radio for less money.
They mounted my XM antenna on the trunk lid, passenger side, which I am not happy with. They are repositioning it on Wednesday to the center rear of the trunk lid. Here is a picture of where it is currently installed:
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I agree with you that there is no hesitation in the transmission when you punch it at any speed. I previously owned a 2001 Avalon XLS and this new Avalon is incrementally better in most every way, IMHO. I am truly enjoying this car more and more every day.
"Could someone tell us what it looks like installed, on the inside? (The version offered by Toyota)"
My XM Satellite Radio is seamlessly integrated into the existing JBL Synthesis Audio System (see my post #1607 above). It is wired into the standard audio system that comes in the Limited model. There is nothing new or additional that had to be installed on the dash or anywhere inside the car. The actual XM receiver was installed inside the trunk, hidden behind the trunk lining on the passenger side. The only reason I know is that I asked my salesman during delivery where it was installed. He had to go ask the service dept. to get the answer. The only visible add on was the XM antenna on the outside of the trunk. See my post #1607 above for a picture. They are moving the antenna to the center rear of the trunk lid on Wednesday.
Alas -- and someday demand for more safety will change this -- if you want the important features of stability and traction control, you'll have to spring for the $3,000 to $7,000 bump in price the top two models will cost before it is an option. Bastien said it is a situation that Toyota will watch to see if buyers begin to demand safety before luxury.
I am one of those who like to get more safety and luxury. I would love to purchase the new Avalon, but I want to be completely satisfied with my purchase, and I know I wouldn't be completely satisfied without those 2 safety options being offered.
Tee
George
I JUST LOVE MY CAR AND APPRECIATE IT MORE EVERY DAY. I FEEL LIKE I HAVE A LEXUS QUALITY NOW WITHOUT THE NAME PLATE AND 25 THOUSAND LEFT IN MY POCKET.
Future, I don't know what Avalon you drove, but mine does not hesitate, and I'm a lot younger than 79. I do believe you, I don't know if that could happen with some cars, but as you can see here from several posts, so far no one has has that lag you speak of. As honest as you are about that, I am just as honest. I put it through several tests going slowly, fast etc., it just smoothly finds the next gear without me feeling any hesitation with the tranny.
Both could be right.
Cars have individual personalites like humons do and will not feel quite the same as the next one that you drive. Also we all know that the transmission programs itself as it buils up a
history of the driving habits it has experienced in fact as I remember You have to reset it by driving it for so many (miles-Minutes- stops or something) if the electronics have been "killed" by a dead battery etc.
The people in here are not stupid or have any particular ax to grind on the subject and they are swearing they are seing different results.
Maybe the throtel body car be adjusted ( not to my knowledge but maybe......
Why can't both be right on the particular car they drove ???????
George
I did the above. I measured the space I had available under the front bumper and did not use the knock out portions in the fender for the OEM lights. You could purchase them but they were cost prohibitive at the time, I think $250 each lens.
I bought two sets of PIAA 1500's one FOG, the other Driving. They measure about 5 inches wide, 2" deep, and about 1.5 inches width so they fit very well under the front bumper recessed just behind the grille. I used sheet metal screws to fasten them on. Both of them have separate relays, and they are gathered with other wires through the fire wall and then cleanly underneath. I got two Toyota switches, that fit neatly in the dummy squares on the bottom of the dashboard fascia under the steering column just to the left. I believe in the XLS and later model XL's, the VSC switch is there, but at least you have one dummy hole. Toyota has switch that fit in them terrific.
The most important thing about FOG or Driving lights, is that you adjust the beam. Most people don't take the time to do this, nor the dealerships. You have to have a level surface and a far wall to do it. See the PIAA site for beam adjustment if anyone is interested.
Not sure if this is applicable to the new Avalon, but I bet you can fit a nice well made FOG light in the grille section and afix it to the bumper.
abfisch
Second - in Denver you pay at least sticker. When do you expect production wil be ramped up to meet demand and drop the price?
Third - for those of you that have seen various colors - and I know this is personal preference - what color lloks good on this car? I wasn't impressed with the silver. How does the white look.
Fourth - what interior colors give you the darker wood?
Just Me
abfisch
George
Obviously, the size of the vehicle has something to do with that, but I keep thinking of that VW commercial, and the salesman that steers people to the right car on sight. Wonder if I'll hear "Hey stretch, check out the Avalon." when I show up at the dealership.
2. Do California cars have different systems, such as "clean air" attachments like they have had in the past?
3. Does Toyota have a demonstration package that shows off/explains the Navigation system?
Thanks in advance...Wes
P.S. Best wishes to Mackabee...
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Mackabee
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Mackabee
Now go take a nap! You earned it.
There is a healthy dose of critisism there, although nothing new for those who read this forum. I did find this part of the article amusing:
"'Older people need cars, too', said Don Esmond, general manager of the Toyota division and an Akron native."
Reminded me of "Women are people, too". :-)