ignition TOYOTA AVALON 2012 XX40 / 4.G Warranty And Maintenance Guide

THE NEW WORLD OF
ANTI-THEFT TECHNOLOGY
This Toyota vehicle may be equipped with
an electronic “immobilizer” anti-theft
system. When the key is inserted into the
ignition switch it transmits an electronic
code to an immobilizer computer. The
engine will only start if the code in the key
matches the code in the immobilizer. If the
code does not match, the immobilizer
disables the ignition and fuel systems.
While an exact physical copy of the key
will open the door and allow retrieval of
items locked in the vehicle, it won’t start
the vehicle unless the key has the same
code as the immobilizer.
SECURITY
For security purposes, access to key
codes and service procedures for
electronically registering replacement keys
is restricted. Only a Toyota dealer or
certain bonded/registered independent
locksmiths can generate replacement keys.
The Immobilizer Key
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Exhaust Gas Recirculation
(EGR) System
EGR gas temperature sensor
 EGR valve
 Associated parts
Ignition System
Distributor and internal parts
 Ignition coil and ignitor
 Ignition wires
 Spark plugs*
Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(PCV) System
Oil filler cap
 PCV valve or orifice
Other Parts Used in Above
Systems
Data link connector (8/80)
 Hoses, clamps, fittings, tubing and
mounting hardware
 Malfunction

indicator light and bulb
(8/80)
 Pulleys, belts and idlers
 Sealing gaskets and devices
 Sensors, solenoids, switches and
valves
MAINTENANCE
You are responsible for performance of
the required maintenance indicated in the
Owner’s Manualand this booklet. Toyota
will not deny a warranty claim solely
because you do not have records to show
that you maintained your vehicle. However,
any failure or noncompliance caused by
lack of maintenance is not covered by this
warranty.
When maintenance and repairs are paid
for by you, these services may be
performed by you or by any automotive
service provider you choose. Toyota will
not deny a warranty claim solely
because you used a service provider
other than a Toyota dealership for
maintenance and repairs. However, any
failure or noncompliance caused by
improper maintenance or repairs is not
covered by this warranty. * Warranted until first required maintenance under terms of the California Emission Control Warranty.
8/80 =

Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Federal Emission Control Warranty
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Vehicles equipped with a California
Certified Emission Control System that
are sold, registered and operated in
California or any state that adopts
California emission warranty provisions
are covered by this warranty. Currently,
Arizona, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland,
Massachusetts, New Jersey, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
and Washington are the other states to
which this warranty applies. Vehicles
covered by this warranty are also
covered by the Federal Emission
Control Warranty (see page 16).
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS
AND OBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board (CARB)
and Toyota are pleased to explain the
emission control system warranty for your
2012 vehicle. In California, new motor
vehicles must be designed, built and
equipped to meet the state’s stringent
anti-smog standards. CARB regulations
require that Toyota must warrant the
emission control system on your vehicle
for the time periods indicated on the next
page, provided there has been no abuse,
neglect or improper maintenance of your
vehicle.
Your emission control system may include
parts such as the fuel injection system,
ignition system, catalytic converter and
engine computer. Also included may be
hoses, belts, connectors and other
emissions-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists,
Toyota will repair your vehicle at no cost
to you, including diagnosis, parts and
labor.
California Emission Control Warranty
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