2005 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 43

'05 AVALON_U (L/O 0501) Trunk lid- CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. To open the trunk lid from the driver's seat, push the trunk opener switch. See "Cargo and luggage" on page 282 in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage. To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed. To deactivate this lock release switch from opening the trunk lid, see "-Trunk opener main switch" described below. The trunk lid can be opened with the wireless remote control transmitter, see "-Opening trunk lid" on page 22 in this Section. OPENING SYSTEM TRUNK WITH SMART KEY When you carry the registered key into the actuation area, the trunk can be opened. For further information of actuation area, see "Smart key system" on page 27 in this Section. 43 2005 AVALON from Jan. '05 Prod. (OM41408U)