maintenance TOYOTA AVALON 2005 XX30 / 3.G Scheduled Maintenance Guide

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egular maintenance is essential to obtaining the highest level of perfor
mance from your Toyota. It can also increase your vehicle’s resale value.
This booklet presents Toyota’s maintenance recommendations in conve
nient checklists, so you can easily see what type of maintenance your vehicle
needs and document that the work was performed.
To ensure that your vehicle receives firstquality service and parts, Toyota
recommends having maintenance performed by an authorized Toyota dealer
ship. Toyota dealership technicians are experts on Toyota vehicles, and they use
Genuine Toyota Parts designed to your vehicle’s exact specifications. When you
go to a Toyota dealership, you can be confident of the quality that is going on
your vehicle as well as the qualifications of the person under the hood.
Documenting Your Investment
To help you verify that you’ve invested in proper maintenance, each mainte
nance checklist includes space for your Toyota dealership to certify that youobtained Genuine Toyota Service for your vehicle. The dealership will mark
the dealer service verification area with the following stamp (which may be
customized with the dealership’s name):
Additional Maintenance
In addition to scheduled maintenance, your Toyota requires ongoing general
maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. These procedures are
explained in the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” section of the
Owner’s Manual.
Be sure to perform these procedures regularly to ensure the most troublefree
operation of your vehicle.
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Maintenance Records
Maintaining your vehicle according to the recommendations in this booklet is
required to ensure that your warranty coverage remains intact. You should keep
detailed records of vehicle maintenance, including date of service, mileage at
time of service and a description of service and/or parts installation performed.
The scheduled maintenance log in this booklet can help you document this
information. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to give your maintenance records to
the new owner.
Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have records
to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, damage or failures caused
by lack of proper maintenance are not covered under warranty.
Maintenance Providers
Maintenance and repair services may be performed by you or by any automotive
service provider you choose. Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely becauseyou used a service provider other than a Toyota dealership for maintenance and
repairs. However, damage or failures caused by improper maintenance or repairs
are notcovered under warranty.
DealerRecommended Maintenance
Your dealer may recommend more frequent maintenance intervals or more
maintenance services than those listed in the scheduled maintenance log. Theseadditional services are not required to maintain your warranty coverage. Ask your
dealer for an explanation of any recommended maintenance not included in the
scheduled maintenance log.
Fora complete description of Toyota warranty coverages, see the booklet
entitled
2005 Owner’s Warranty Informationlocated in yourvehicle’s
glove box.
Maintenance and Toyota Warranty Coverage

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Vehicle Identification
Using the Maintenance Log Charts
Maintenance Log: Cars
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
Explanation of Maintenance Items
Table of Contents
For your convenience, scheduled maintenance information for your vehicle is
also available at
www.toyota.com.
From the site’s home page, select the “Owners” link, then select “Service &
Maintenance.” This will bring you to the screen shown below, where you willselect your vehicle’s model name, year and current mileage/time interval. After
you click “Submit,” you’ll be able to view your vehicle’s recommended mainte
nance for that interval.
Online Information
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Using the Maintenance Log Charts
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Miles or Months?
Toyota recommends obtaining scheduled maintenance for your vehicle every
5,000 miles or six months, whichever comes first.
For example:
•If you drive 5,000 miles in less than six months, you should obtain mainte
nance at
5,000 miles— don’t wait until six months.
•If at six months you have driven less than 5,000 miles, you should obtain
maintenance at
six months— don’t wait until 5,000 miles.
Be sure to keep an eye on your mileage so that you obtain maintenance when
recommended. If you are a lowmileage driver, mark your calendar to remind
yourself to obtain maintenance every six months.
Special Operating Conditions
In addition to standard maintenance items, the maintenance log indicates
services that should be performed on vehicles that are driven under especially
demanding conditions. These “special operating conditions” and their required
maintenance items are clearly indicated in each chart.
Note:You should perform these additional maintenance services if you drive
primarilyunder any of the special operating conditions indicated. If you drive
only occasionally under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the
additional services.

Maintenance Log: Cars
5,000 Miles or 6 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and
Corolla Matrix)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTi ghten nuts and bolts on chassis
10,000 Miles or 12 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and
Corolla Matrix)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTi ghten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
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1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3 See page 37 for details.4 Applies to Corolla Matrix 4WD and Sienna 4WD.
Maintenance Log: Cars
15,000 Miles or 18 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qClean cabin air filter (Camry)
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and Corolla Matrix)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
qInspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
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__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
Note: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow
from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the "Fresh"
mode. Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect engine air filter
qTi ghten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qReplace rear differential oil4
qR eplace transfer case oil4
qTi gh ten n uts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
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__ Rear differential oil4
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil
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Maintenance Log: Cars
20,000 Miles or 24 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qReplace cabin air filter (Corolla and
Corolla Matrix, if equipped)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and
C or oll a M atrix)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTigh ten n uts and bolts on chassis
25,000 Miles or 30 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and
Corolla Matrix)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTi ghten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
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1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3 Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.4 Inspec tthickness measurement and disc runout.5 Ex cept front differential of Corolla Matrix 4WD with manual transmission.6 See page 37 for details.7 Applies t o Coroll a M atrix 4WD and Sienna 4WD.8 Applies to Corolla Matrix 4WD, MR2 Spyder and Sienna 4WD.
Maintenance Log: Cars
30,000 Miles or 36 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qReplace cabin air filter (Camry and Camry Solara)
qReplace engine air filter
qReplace spark plugs (ECHO)3
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and Corolla Matrix)
qInspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
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__ Differential oil5
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant6
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qR epl ac e f ront diff erential oil (all models with manual transmission
e x ce pt Cor oll a M atrix 4WD)
qReplace manual transmission oil
qRepl ac e r ear differential oil8
qRepl ac e t ran sfer case oil7
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
M ileage:
7
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil
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__ Transmission fluid or oil

Maintenance Log: Cars
35,000 Miles or 42 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and
Corolla Matrix)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTi ghten nuts and bolts on chassis
40,000 Miles or 48 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qReplace cabin air filter (Corolla and
Corolla Matrix, if equipped)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and
C or oll a M atrix)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTigh ten n uts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
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1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2 Per for m t hese service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3 See p age 37 for details.4 Applies to Corolla Matrix 4WD and Sienna 4WD.
Maintenance Log: Cars
45,000 Miles or 54 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qClean cabin air filter (Camry)
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and Corolla Matrix)
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
qInspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive shaft boots
__ E ngine coolant
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__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
Note: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
t he life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow
from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the "Fresh"
mode. Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect engine air filter
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qReplace rear differential oil4
qReplace transfer case oil4
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
M ileage:
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__ R ear differential oil4
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil
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