Shock TOYOTA AVALON 2001 Service Repair Manual

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- AIR CONDITIONINGAIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
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1923 Author
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
1. DO NOT HANDLE REFRIGERANT IN AN ENCLOSED
AREA OR WEAR EYE PROTECTION
2. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
3. BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET LIQUID REFRIGERANT IN
YOUR EYES OR ON YOUR SKIN
If liquid refrigerant gets in your eyes or on your skin.
(a) Wash the area with lots of cool water.
CAUTION:
Do not rub your eyes or skin.
(b) Apply clean petroleum jelly to the skin.
(c) Go immediately to a physician or hospital for professional
treatment.
4. NEVER HEAT CONTAINER OR EXPOSE IT TO NAKED
FLAME
5. BE CAREFUL NOT TO DROP CONTAINER AND NOT
TO APPLY PHYSICAL SHOCKS TO IT
6. DO NOT OPERATE COMPRESSOR WITHOUT
ENOUGH REFRIGERANT IN REFRIGERATION SYS-
TEM
If there is not enough refrigerant in the refrigerant system oil lu-
brication will be insufficient and compressor burnout may occur,
so that care to avoid this, necessary care should be taken.
7. DO NOT OPEN PRESSURE MANIFOLD VALVE WHILE
COMPRESSOR IS OPERATE
If the high pressure valve is opened, refrigerant flows in the re-
verse direction and could cause the charging cylinder to rup-
ture, so open and close the only low pressure valve.
8. BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERCHARGE SYSTEM WITH
REFRIGERANT
If refrigerant is overcharged, it causes problems such as insuffi-
cient cooling, poor fuel economy, engine overheating etc.

- BODY ELECTRICALAUDIO SYSTEM
BE-141
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
5. PROBLEM SYSMPTOMS TABLE
NOTICE:
When replacing the internal mechanism (computer part) of the audio system, be careful that no part
of your body or clothing comes in contact with the terminals of the leads from the IC, etc. of the re-
placement part (spare part).
HINT:
This inspection procedure is a simple troubleshooting which should be carried out on the vehicle during sys-
tem operation and was prepared on the assumption of system component troubles (except for the wires and
connectors, etc.).
Always inspect the trouble taking the following items into consideration.
Open or short circuit of the wire harness
Connector or terminal connection fault
ProblemFlow chart No.
RadioRadio not operating when power switch turned to 'ON'.1
Display indicates when power switch turned to 'ON', but no sound (including
'noise') is produced.2
Noise present, but AM - FM not operating.3
Any speaker does not work.4
Any AM or FM does not work.5
Few preset turning bands.5
Reception poor.6
Sound quality poor.7
Preset memory disappears.8
Tape PlayerCassette tape cannot be inserted.9
Cassette tape inserted, but no power.10
Power coming in, but tape player not operating.11
Any speaker does not work.12
Sound quality poor.13
Tape jammed, malfunction with tape speed or auto-reverse.14
Cassette tape will not eject.15
CD Auto ChengerCD magazine cannot be inserted.16
CD magazine inserted, but no power.17
Power coming in, but CD player not operating.18
Sound jumps.19
Sound quality poor (Volume faint).20
Any speaker does not work.21
CD magazine will not be ejected.22
Power AmplifierNo power coming in.23
Power coming in, but power amplifier not operating.24
Any speaker does not work.25
NoiseNoise occurs26
Noise produced by vibration or shock while driving.27
Noise produced when engine starts.28
The term ºAMº includes LW,MW and SW, and the term ºFWº includes UKW.

27 Noise NOISE PRODUCED BY VIBRATION OR SHOCK WHILE DRIVING
No
Ye s Is speaker properly installed?
Noise is produced from static eletricity accumulating in the vehicle body. With vehicles stationary lightly tap each system.
Is noise produced?Install properly.
Each system faulty. Is speaker properly installed?
No
No Ye s
Ye s
28 Noise NOISE PRODUCED WHEN ENGINE STARTS
NoYe s Whistling noise which becomes high-pitched when
accelerator strongly depressed, disappears shortly
after engine stops.Generator noise.
A/C noise.
Fuel gauge noise.
Horn noise.
Ignition noise.
Turn signal noise.
Washer noise.
Engine coolant temp. gauge noise.
Wiper noise. Whining noise occurs when A/C is operating.
Scratching noise occurs during sudden acceleration, driving on rough
roads or when ignition switch is turned ON.
Clicking sound is heard when horn button is pressed, then
released. Whirring/grating sound is heard when pushed
continuously.
Murmuring sound stops when engine stops.
Tick-tack noise occurs in co-ordination with blinking
offlasher.
Noise occurs during window washer operation.
Scratching noise occurs while engine is running,
and continues a while even after engine stops.
Scraping noise in line with wiper beat.
Other type of noiseYe s
Ye s
Ye s
Ye s
Ye s
Ye s
Ye s
Ye s No
No
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No
No
No
No
No
- BODY ELECTRICALAUDIO SYSTEM
BE-159
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)

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B BE-56
- BODY ELECTRICALCOMBINATION METER
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5. INSPECT VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR OPERATION
(a) Connect the positive (+) lead from battery to terminal 1
and negative (-) lead to terminal 2.
(b) Connect the positive (+) lead from tester to terminal 3 and
the negative (-) lead to terminal 2.
(c) Rotate the shaft.
(d) Check that there is voltage change from approx. 0 V to 11
V or more between terminals 2 and 3.
HINT:
The voltage change should be 4 times for every revolution of
the speed sensor shaft.
If operation is not as specified, replace the sensor.
6. INSPECT SPEEDOMETER RESISTANCE
Measure the resistance between terminals with fixing pointer to
the stopper.
Tester connectionResistance (W)
A - B250
C - D250
If resistance value is not as the specified, replace the meter.
7. INSPECT TACHOMETER/ON-VEHICLE
(a) Connect a tune-up test tachometer, and start the engine.
NOTICE:

Reversing the connection of the tachometer will dam-
age the transistors and diodes inside.

When removing or installing the tachometer, be care-
ful not to drop or subject it to heavy shocks.
(b) Compare the tester and tachometer indications.
DC 13.5 V 25 °C at (77°F)
Standard indicationAllowable range
700630 - 770
1,000900 - 1,100
2,0001,850 - 2,150
3,0002,800 - 3,200
4,0003,800 - 4,200
5,0004,800 - 5,200
6,0005,750 - 6,250
7,0006,700 - 7,300

BR0L1-04
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BR-26
- BRAKEFRONT BRAKE PAD
1425 Author
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
2. INSPECT PAD LINING THICKNESS
Check the pad thickness through the caliper inspection hole
and replace the pads if it is not within the specification.
Minimum thickness: 1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
3. LIFT UP CALIPER
(a) Remove the bolt and flexible hose from the shock absorb-
er bracket.
(b) Remove the bottom side installation bolt.
(c) Lift up the caliper and suspend it securely.
HINT:
Do not disconnect the flexible hose from the caliper.
4. REMOVE 2 BRAKE PADS WITH 4 ANTI- SQUEAL
SHIMS
5. REMOVE PAD WEAR INDICATOR PLATE
6. REMOVE 2 PAD SUPPORT PLATES
NOTICE:
The support plates can be used again provided that they
have sufficient rebound, no deformation, cracks or wear,
and have had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off.
7. CHECK DISC THICKNESS AND RUNOUT (See page
BR-31)
8. INSTALL 2 PAD SUPPORT PLATES
9. INSTALL NEW PADS
NOTICE:
When replacing worn pads, the anti-squeal shims and
wear indicator plates must be replaced together with the
pads.
(a) Install a pad wear indicator plate on the inner pad.
(b) Apply disc brake grease to both sides of the inner anti-
squeal shims (See page BR-25).
(c) Install the 2 anti-squeal shims on each pad.
(d) Install inner pad with the pad wear indicator plate facing
upward.
(e) Install outer pad.
NOTICE:
There should be no oil or grease adhering to the friction
surfaces of the pads or the disc.

R02981
- BRAKEFRONT BRAKE PAD
BR-27
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10. INSTALL CALIPER
(a) Draw out a small amount of brake fluid from the reservoir.
(b) Press in the piston with a hammer handle or similar imple-
ment.
HINT:
If the piston is difficult to push in, loosen the bleeder plug and
push in the piston while letting some brake fluid escape.
(c) Install the caliper.
(d) Hold the sliding pin and torque the installation bolt.
Torque: 34 N´m (350 kgf´cm, 25 ft´lbf)
(e) Install the flexible hose and bolt to the shock absorber
bracket.
Torque: 29 N´m (300 kgf´cm, 21 ft´lbf)
11. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL
Torque: 103 N´m (1,050 kgf´cm, 76 ft´lbf)
12. DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES
13. CHECK THAT FLUID LEVEL IS AT MAX LINE

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BR-60
- BRAKEFRONT SPEED SENSOR
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REMOVAL
1. DISCONNECT SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR
(a) Remove the fender liner.
(b) Disconnect the speed sensor connector.
2. REMOVE SPEED SENSOR
(a) Remove the 2 clamp bolts holding the sensor harness to
the body and shock absorber.
Torque: 5.4 N´m (55 kgf´cm, 48 in.´lbf)
(b) Remove the bolt and speed sensor from the steering
knuckle.
Torque: 8.0 N´m (82 kgf´cm, 71 in.´lbf)

BR0LY-03
R00330
R00331
- BRAKEREAR SPEED SENSOR
BR-63
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
REMOVAL
1. DISCONNECT SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR
(a) Remove the seat cushion and seatback.
(b) Disconnect the speed sensor connector, and pull out the
sensor wire harness with the grommet.
2. REMOVE SPEED SENSOR
(a) Remove the bolt and speed sensor from the axle carrier.
Torque: 8.0 N´m (82 kgf´cm, 71 in.´lbf)
(b) Remove the 2 clamp bolts holding the sensor wire har-
ness to the body and shock absorber.
Torque: 5.4 N´m (55 kgf´cm, 48 in.´lbf)

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- DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
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(b) Clearance the DTC.
The following operation will erase the DTC and freeze
frame data. Operating an OBD II scan tool (complying
with SAE J1978) or TOYOTA hand-held tester to erase
the codes (See the OBD II scan tool's instruction book for
operating instructions.).
4. ROAD TEST
NOTICE:
Perform the test at normal operating ATF temperature 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176 °F).
(a) D position test
Shift into the D position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and check the following points:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check to see that 1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 " O/D up-shift takes place,and that the shift points conform
the automatic shift schedule (See page SS-24).
HINT:

O/D Gear Up-shift Prohibition Control (1. Coolant temp. is 60 °C (140 °F) or less. 2. If there is a 10
km/h (6 mph) difference between the set cruise control speed and vehicle speed.)

O/D Gear Lock-up Prohibition Control (1. Brake pedal is depressed. 2. Coolant temp. is 60 °C (140
°F) or less.)
(2) Check for shift shock and slip.
Check for shock and slip at the 1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 " O/D up-shifts.
(3) Check for abnormal noises and vibration.
Run at the D position lock-up or O/D gear and check for abnormal noises and vibration.
HINT:
The check for the cause of abnormal noises and vibration must be done very thoroughly as it could also be
due to loss of balance in the differential torque converter clutch, etc.
(4) Check kick-down operation.
While running in the D position, 2nd, 3rd and O/D gears, check to see that the possible kick-down
vehicle speed limits for 2 " 1, 3 " 2 and O/D " 3 kick-downs conform to those indicated in the
automatic shift schedule (See page SS-24).
(5) Check abnormal shock and slip at kick-down.
(6) Check the lock-up mechanism.

Drive in D position, O/D gear, at a steady speed (lock-up ON) of about 60 km/h (37 mph).

Lightly depress the accelerator pedal and check that the engine speed does not change
abruptly.
If there is a big jump in engine speed, there is no lock-up.
(b) 2 position test
Shift into the 2 position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and check the following points:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check to see that the 1 " 2 up-shift takes place and that the shift point conforms to the automatic
shift schedule (See page SS-24).
HINT:
There is no O/D up-shift and lock-up in the 2 position.
(2) Check engine braking.
While running in the 2 position and 2nd gear, release the accelerator pedal and check the engine
braking effect.
(3) Check for abnormal noises during acceleration and deceleration, and for shock at up-shift and
down-shift.

- DIAGNOSTICSAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
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2001 AVALON (RM808U) (c) Stall speed high in R position

Line pressure too low

Direct clutch slipping

1st & reverse brake slipping

O/D clutch slipping
(d) Stall speed high in D and R positions

Line pressure too low

Improper fluid level

O/D one-way clutch not operating properly
(b) Measure the time lag.
When the shift lever is shifted while the engine is idling, there will be a certain time lapse or lag before
the shock can be felt. This is used for checking the conditions of the O/D direct clutch, forward clutch,
and 1st & reverse brake.
NOTICE:

Do the test at normal operating fluid temperature 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176 °F).

Be sure to allow 1 minute interval between tests.

Take 3 measurements and take the average value.
(1) Connect an OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester to DLC3.
(2) Fully apply the parking brake.
(3) Start the engine and check idle speed.
Idle speed: 700 ± 50 rpm (In N position and air conditioner OFF)
(4) Shift the shift lever from N to D position. Using a stop watch, measure the time from when the
lever is shifted until the shock is felt.
Time lag: N " D Less than 1.2 seconds
In the same manner, measure the time lag for N " R.
Time lag: N " R Less than 1.5 seconds
Evaluation (If N " D time or N " R time lag is longer than the specified):
ProblemPossible cause
N " D time lag is longer

Line pressure too low

Forward clutch worn

O/D one-way clutch not operating
N " R time lag is longer

Line pressure too low

Direct clutch worn

1st & reverse brake worn

O/D one-way clutch not operating properly