Interior Switches and Controls for Toyota Avalon
Theres no better way to experience your Toyota Avalon than by utilizing all of the luxurious features it is equipped with. In order to operate these car features, however, you need to have properly functioning switches and controls. Keeping these interior switches and controls in good working order is essential to getting the most out of your Avalon.
What types of switches are available for a Toyota Avalon?Its easy to overlook just how many switches and controls are in your Toyota, especially considering how intuitively they are laid out. As the driver of a Toyota Avalon, your vehicle offers endless options to customize, leading to the necessary inclusion of several different switches:
- Steering Wheel Controls: Includes controls for everything from the radio and bluetooth functions to controls for the cars climate control system.
- HVAC Controls: You can dial in your perfect temperature using the precision controls available on your Avalon.
- Window Controls: You can control all the windows in your Avalon, as well as being able to lock the windows to avoid accidental opening by kids or pets.
- Radio Controls: Allows you to select the perfect entertainment for your road trip using the various sources available on your Avalon, while also being able to adjust the sound quality.
- Vehicle Controls: Includes the full range of switches and controls located on the steering column to control everything from the windshield wipers to cruise control.
Most of the interior switches and controls you will find for your Avalon sedan are Original Equipment Manufacturer, or O.E.M. models. Brand new or second-hand O.E.M. models are available for most of the switches you need. In addition to O.E.M. switches, there are some aftermarket models available for your Toyota that feature unique lighting designs to help your Avalon achieve the look you desire. Its important to note that switches from different generations of Avalons are not interchangeable, no matter how similar they may appear. Therefore, ensure you purchase switches only for your specific generation to ensure a proper fit.
How do you replace the controls on a Toyota Avalon?Though there are many useful controls in your Avalon, some of the most convenient are the steering wheel controls. These controls allow you to keep your eyes on the road while still customizing your Toyota Avalons cabin experience. Should these switches need replacement, the following procedure can be used to change them out:
- First, disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait a half hour before starting work.
- Second, remove the air bag module from the steering wheel by activating the pins that hold it in place.
- Third, disconnect the air bag module and set it aside, then remove the controls one side at a time, by first disconnecting the wiring harness, then removing the screws holding the controls in place.
- Fourth, install the new controls by reconnecting the wiring harness, then screwing the controls into place.
- Finally, reinstall the air bag, reconnect the battery, and check the controls for proper operation.