TOYOTA AVALON 2013 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

4318-1. Specifications
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Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used
in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example): • The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils wi th a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is
operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubri-
cant Standardization and
Approval Committee) Certifica-
tion Mark is added to some oil
containers to help you select
the oil you should use.
Outside temperature

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Cooling system
Capacity9.7 qt. (9.2 L, 8.1 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-basednon-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK20HR11
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68 F
(20 C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

4348-1. Specifications
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*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depre ssed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Brakes
Pedal clearance*11.43 in. (36.4 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Compact spare tire
Tires and wheels
Tire sizeP215/55R17 93V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)Front35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17  7J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire sizeP225/45R18 91V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)Front
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size18  7 1/2J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire sizeT155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size17  4T
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

4368-1. Specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: HB3L+ halogen bulbs
C: HB3 halogen bulbs
D: H11 halogen bulbs E: Wedge base bulbs (amber)F: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
G: Double end bulbs
*: If equipped
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights Low beam (discharge bulbs)
Low beam (halogen bulbs)
High beam

9005
900535
60
60A
B
C
Fog lights*55D
Front turn signal/parking lights 7444NA28/8E
Side marker lights W5W5F
Side turn signal lightsWY5W5E
Rear turn signal lights92116F
Back-up lights92116F
License plate lights W5W5F
InteriorInterior/front personal lights W6W 6 F
Interior/rear personal lights
8FVanity lights70651.4G
Door courtesy lights1685F
Trunk light1943.8F

4378-1. Specifications
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■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■ Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gaso-
line you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.
■ Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A., Europe and Japan have developed
a specification for fuel quality called the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC),
which is expected to be applied worldwide.
● The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission
levels. In the U.S., category 4 has been adopted.
● The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and
improves customer satisfaction through better performance.
Fuel infor mation
You must only use unleaded gasoline in your vehicle.
Select unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 (Research
Octane Number 91) or higher required for optimum engine per-
formance. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower
than 87 may result in engine knocking and significantly reduced
performance. Persistent knocki ng can lead to engine damage
and should be corrected by refueling with higher octane
unleaded gasoline.
At minimum, the gasoline you use s hould meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

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Recommendation of the use of gaso line containing detergent additives
● Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid the build-up of engine deposits.
● All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to
clean and/or keep clean intake systems, per EPA's lowest additives concen-
tration program.
● Toyota strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For
more information on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers,
please go to the official website www.toptiergas.com.
■ Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in
many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
●
Use only gasoline containing a maxi-
mum of 10% ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 10% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E15, E30, E50, E85 (which are only
some examples of fuel containing more
than 10% ethanol).
DO NOT use gasoline contain-
ing more than 10% ethanol.
(15% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

4398-1. Specifications
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Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
NOTICE
■ Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability is encountered after using a different type of fuel (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

4408-1. Specifications
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Full-size tire
Compact spare tire
Tire infor mation
Typical tire symbols