2000 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 26

'00 AVALON U (L/O 9908) If the vehicle is subjected to a severe frontal, rear or side impact with the ignition switch turned to the "ON" position, all doors will unlock automatically after a few seconds. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING INSIDE LOCK KNOB Move the lock knob. To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Pull the knob backward. WITH Driver's side The driver's door can be opened by pulling the inside door lever even if the lock knob is depressed. Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle. The door cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch. Passenger's side 26