oil dipstick TOYOTA AVALON 2001 Service Repair Manual

AT3417
OK if hot
Add if hot
AT4657
AT8562
AT3417
OK if hot
Add if hot DI-166
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(3) Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean.
(4) Push it back fully into the pipe.
(5) Pull it out and check that the fluid level is in the HOT
range.
If the level is not within the range, add new fluid.
Fluid type: ATF D-II or DEXRON®III (DEXRON®II)
NOTICE:

Do not overfill.

After filling ATF, check the oil level securely then
drive a vehicle.
(b) Check the fluid condition.
If the fluid smells burnt or is black, replace it.
(c) Replace the ATF.
(1) Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
(2) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
(3) With the engine OFF add new fluid through the oil
filler pipe.
Fluid type: ATF D-II or DEXRON®III (DEXRON®II)
Capacity: 4.75 liters (5.0 US qts, 4.2 Imp. qts)
(4) Start the engine and shift the shift lever into all posi-
tions from P to L position and then shift into P posi-
tion.
(5) With the engine idling, check the fluid level. Add
fluid up to the COOL level on the dipstick.
(6) Check the fluid level at the normal operating tem-
perature, 70 - 80 °C (158 - 176 °F), and add as
necessary.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill.

A06660
Engine Wire
Engine Wire
RH Exhaust Manifold
49 (500, 36)
x 6Cylinder Head Rear Plate
PS Pump Bracket
43 (440, 32)
Gasket
No.3 Timing Belt Cover
CollarWater Inlet
Pipe
x 6

O-Ring Oil Dipstick Guide
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf) : Specified torque

Non-reusable part
Gasket
Engine Wire
Engine Wire
49 (500, 36)
Bushing
Camshaft Position
Sensor
LH Exhaust
Manifold Stay
x 6

Gasket

O-Ring

O-Ring
LH Exhaust Manifold

O-Ring
Camshaft
Timing Oil
Control Valve
Camshaft Position
SensorRH Exhaust
Manifold Stay

O-Ring

O-Ring
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A06661
Manifold
Stay
A07283
New O-Ring
A07281
Manifold
Stay
A05188Inlet PipeRear
Plate
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11. INSTALL RH EXHAUST MANIFOLD
(a) Install a new gasket and the exhaust manifold with the 6
nuts. Uniformly tighten the nuts in several passes.
Torque: 49 N´m (500 kgf´cm, 36 ft´lbf)
(b) Install the exhaust manifold stay with the bolt and nut. Al-
ternately tighten the bolt and nut.
Torque: 34 N´m (350 kgf´cm, 25 ft´lbf)
(c) Connect the A/F sensor connector.
12. INSTALL OIL DIPSTICK AND GUIDE
(a) Install a new O-ring to the dipstick guide.
(b) Apply soapy water to the O-ring.
(c) Push in the dipstick guide end into the guide hole of the
No.1 oil pan.
(d) Install the dipstick guide with the bolt.
Torque: 8 N´m (80 kgf´cm, 69 in.´lbf)
(e) Install the dipstick.
13. INSTALL LH EXHAUST MANIFOLD
(a) Install a new gasket and the exhaust manifold with the 6
nuts. Uniformly tighten the nuts in several passes.
Torque: 49 N´m (500 kgf´cm, 36 ft´lbf)
(b) Install the exhaust manifold stay with the bolt and nut. Al-
ternately tighten the bolt and nut.
Torque: 34 N´m (350 kgf´cm, 25 ft´lbf)
(c) Connect the A/F sensor connector.
14. INSTALL WATER INLET PIPE
(a) Install a new O-ring to the water inlet pipe.
(b) Apply soapy water to the O-ring.
(c) Connect the water inlet pipe to the water inlet.
(d) Install the bolt holding the water inlet pipe to the cylinder
head.
Torque: 19.5 N´m (200 kgf´cm, 14 ft´lbf)
15. INSTALL CYLINDER HEAD REAR PLATE
Torque: 8 N´m (80 kgf´cm, 69 in.´lbf)
16. INSTALL ENGINE WIRE PROTECTOR
17. INSTALL CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVES
18. INSTALL CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORS
19. INSTALL NO.3 TIMING BELT COVER
(a) Check that the timing belt cover gaskets have no cracks
or peeling, etc.
If the gaskets have cracks or peeling etc., replace them using
these steps:

Using a screwdriver and gasket scraper, remove all
the old gasket material.

A07281
Manifold
Stay
A07283
O-Ring
A05193
A05280Align Intake
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26. REMOVE LH EXHAUST MANIFOLD
(a) Disconnect the A/F sensor connector.
(b) Remove the bolt, nut and exhaust manifold stay.
(c) Remove the 6 nuts, exhaust manifold and gasket.
27. REMOVE OIL DIPSTICK AND GUIDE
(a) Remove the bolt holding the dipstick guide to the LH cylin-
der head.
(b) Pull out the dipstick guide together with the dipstick from
the No.1 oil pan.
(c) Remove the O-ring from the dipstick guide.
28. REMOVE CYLINDER HEAD COVERS
Remove the 9 bolts, cylinder head cover and gasket. Remove
the 2 cylinder head covers.
29. REMOVE CAMSHAFTS OF RH CYLINDER HEAD
NOTICE:
Since the thrust clearance of the camshaft is small, the
camshaft must be kept leveled while it is being installed. If
the camshaft is not kept leveled, the portion of the cylinder
head receiving the shaft thrust may crack or be damaged,
causing the camshaft to seize or break. To avoid this, the
following steps should be carried out.
(a) Remove the intake camshaft.
(1) Align the timing marks (2 dot marks) of the camshaft
drive and driven gears by turning the camshaft with
a wrench.

B00319
Recommended Viscosity (SAE):
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE10W-30
5W-30 PREFERRED°C °F
-20
-290
-1820
-740
460
1680
27100
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LU0G0-02
B08674SST
B08675
Oil Pressure
Gauge
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LU-1
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OIL AND FILTER
INSPECTION
1. CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thin-
ning.
If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
Oil grade:
API grade SJ, Energy-Conserving or ILSAC multi-
grade engine oil.
SAE 5W - 30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for
good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weath-
er.
2. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
After warm up the engine and then 5 minutes after the engine
stop, oil level should be between the low level and full level
marks on the dipstick.
If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the full level mark.
NOTICE:
Do not fill with engine oil above the full level mark.
3. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, AND INSTALL
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
(a) Using SST, remove the oil pressure switch.
SST 09816-30010
(b) Install the oil pressure gauge.
4. WARM UP ENGINE
Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.
5. CHECK OIL PRESSURE
Oil pressure:
At idle29 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 4.3 psi) or more
At 3,000 rpm294 - 539 kPa (3.0 - 5.5 kgf/cm2, 43 - 78 psi)

MA003-12
MA-4
- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
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UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item an cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the ºFULLº and ºLOWº lines on the see-through reservoir.
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.
6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check that the brake fluid level is near the upper level line on the see-through reservoirs.
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELTS
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

Check the level.

The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDº range depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, shift the selector into all positions from ºPº to ºLº,
and then shift into ºPº position.
(c) Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag. Re-insert the dipstick and check that the
fluid level is in the ºHOTº range.
(d) Do this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 - 80°C, 158 - 176°F).
HINT:
Wait until the engine cools down (approx. 30 min.) before checking the fluid level after extended driving at
high speeds, in hot weather, in heavy traffic or pulling a trailer.
11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the cause located
and corrected.

SS0EG-02
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SS-9
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TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightenedN´mkgf´cmft´lbf
Timing belt plate x Oil pump88069 in.´lbf
No.1 idler pulley x Oil pump3435025
No.2 idler pulley x No.2 idler pulley bracket4344032
Camshaft timing pulley x Camshaft
for SST125
881,300
90094
65
Timing belt tensioner x Oil pump2728020
RH engine mounting bracket x Cylinder block2829021
No.2 timing belt cover x No.3 timing belt cover8.58574 in.´lbf
No.1 timing belt cover x Oil pump8.58574 in.´lbf
Crankshaft pulley x Crankshaft2152,200159
No.2 generator bracket x Engine RH mounting bracket2829021
Cylinder head x Cylinder block 12 pointed head 1st
2nd
Recessed head54
Turn 90°
18.5550
Turn 90°
18540
Turn 90°
13
Camshaft bearing cap x Cylinder head1616012
Cylinder head cover x Cylinder head88069 in.´lbf
Exhaust manifold x Cylinder head4950036
Exhaust manifold stay x Exhaust manifold California
Except California34
20350
20025
15
Exhaust manifold stay x Transmission housing California
Except California34
20350
20025
15
No.1 EGR pipe x RH exhaust manifold121209
No.1 EGR pipe x EGR cooler121209
PS pump bracket x RH cylinder head4344032
Oil dipstick guide x LH cylinder head88069 in.´lbf
Water inlet pipe x LH cylinder head19.520014
Cylinder head rear plate x LH cylinder head88069 in.´lbf
No.3 timing belt cover x Cylinder head8.58574 in.´lbf
Water outlet x Intake manifold1515011
Fuel inlet hose x Fuel filter2930021
Intake manifold x Cylinder head1515011
Air intake chamber x Intake manifold4344032
No.2 EGR pipe x Air intake chamber121209
No.2 EGR pipe x EGR cooler121209
No.1 engine hanger x Air intake chamber3940029
No.1 engine hanger x RH cylinder head3940029
Air intake chamber stay x Air intake chamber19.520014
Air intake chamber stay x RH cylinder head19.520014
Main bearing cap x Cylinder block 12 pointed head 1st
2nd
6 pointed head22
Turn 90°
27225
Turn 90°
27516
Turn 90°
20
Connecting rod cap x Connecting rod 1st
2nd24.5
Turn 90°250
Turn 90°18
Turn 90°
Rear oil seal retainer x Cylinder block88069 in.´lbf
EGR cooler x Cylinder block99078 in.´lbf

SF0LC-03
- SFISFI SYSTEM
SF-1
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SFI SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
1. BEFORE WORKING ON FUEL SYSTEM, DISCON-
NECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BAT-
TERY
HINT:
Any diagnostic trouble code retained by the computer will be
erased when the negative (-) terminal cable is removed from
the battery.
Therefore, if necessary, read the diagnosis before removing the
negative (-) terminal cable from the battery.
2. DO NOT SMOKE OR WORK NEAR AN OPEN FLAME
WHEN WORKING ON FUEL SYSTEM
3. KEEP GASOLINE AWAY FROM RUBBER OR LEATH-
ER PARTS
4. MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
(a) In event of engine misfire, these precautions should be
taken.
(1) Check proper connection to battery terminals, etc.
(2) After repair work, check that the ignition coil termi-
nals and all other ignition system lines are recon-
nected securely.
(3) When cleaning the engine compartment, be espe-
cially careful to protect the electrical system from
water.
(b) Precautions when handling the oxygen sensor.
(1) Do not allow oxygen sensor to drop or hit against an
object.
(2) Do not allow the sensor to come into contact with
water.
5. IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A MOBILE RADIO
SYSTEM (HAM, CB, ETC.)
If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system,
refer to the precaution in the IN section.
6. AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
(a) Separation of the engine oil dipstick, oil filler cap, PCV
hose, etc. may cause the engine to run out of tune.
(b) Disconnection, looseness or cracks in the parts of the air
induction system between the throttle body and cylinder
head will allow air suction and cause the engine to run out
of tune.
7. ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
(a) Before removing SFI wiring connectors, terminals, etc.,
first disconnect the power by either turning the ignition
switch to LOCK or disconnecting the negative (-) terminal
cable from the battery.
HINT:
Always check the diagnostic trouble code before disconnecting
the negative (-) terminal cable from the battery.