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4358-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
*: 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.

4508-1. Specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between compo-
nents in the bead
Tire related termMeaning

4608-2. Customization
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
*: If equipped
Automatic
air condi-
tioning sys-
tem
(
P. 242)
A/C auto switch opera-
tionAutoManualOO
Touch but-
ton (on the
center
panel)
(
P. 86,
242)
Button sensor sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 3—O
Rear
sunshade
*
(  P. 278)
Reverse operationOnOff—O
Time elapsed before the
reverse operation fea-
ture activates0.7
seconds
0 second
—O
0.9
seconds
1.2
seconds
CAUTION
■ During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such
as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may
collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health
hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while cus-
tomizing features.
ItemFunctionDefault set-
tingCustomizedsetting12

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AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys
can be made by your Toyota dealer. (P. 91)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases
significantly. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. ( P. 92)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (P. 350)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off.
(P. 160)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic
key on your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the
radio wave. ( P. 102)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting
your Toyota dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked

480What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? (P. 159)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 162)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle?
(P. 96)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 163)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way.
(P. 417)
●Is the battery discharged? ( P. 419)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shif t lever by depressing the brake
pedal with the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode
(  P. 415)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle.
(P. 162)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped

485Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 373
Wattage ................................ 438
Battery ...................................... 330
Battery checking ................... 330
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 419
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 236
Warning light ......................... 389
Brake Fluid ...................................... 329
Parking brake........................ 170
Warning light ......................... 388
Brake assist ............................. 215
Break-in tips ............................. 144
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................................... 79
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 227 Care .................................. 302, 306
Aluminum wheels ................. 303
Exterior ................................. 302
Interior .................................. 306
Seat belts.............................. 307
Cargo capacity......................... 156
Cargo net.................................. 265
Chains ...................................... 238
Child restraint system............... 51 Booster seats, definition ......... 52
Booster seats, installation....... 61
Convertible seats, definition ... 52
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 58
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 44
Infant seats, definition............. 52
Infant seats, installation .......... 58
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 56
Installing CRS with seat belts...................................... 58
Installing CRS with top tether strap.............. 62
BC
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION A ND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.

486Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Child-protectors....................... 112
Child safety ................................ 50Airbag precautions .................. 36
Battery precautions ....... 331, 422
Child restraint system ............. 51
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 30
Installing child restraints ......... 55
Moon roof precautions .......... 140
Power window lock switch .... 134
Power window precautions ... 136
Rear door child-protectors .... 112
Removed electronic key battery precautions ...... 351
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 33
Seat belt precautions .............. 54
Seat heater precautions........ 276
Trunk precautions ................. 116
Cleaning ........................... 302, 306
Aluminum wheels.................. 303
Exterior ................................. 302
Interior................................... 306
Seat belts .............................. 307
Clock ......................................... 268
Coat hooks ............................... 281
Compass .................................. 296
Condenser ................................ 328
Console box ............................. 258 Cooling system
Engine overheating............... 423
Cruise control Cruise control ....................... 194
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 198
Cup holders ............................. 259
Curtain shield airbags............... 34
Customizable features ............ 455
Daytime running light system.................................... 174
Defogger Front windshield ................... 247
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 252
Rear window ......................... 252
Dimension ................................ 430
Dinghy towing.......................... 158
Display Cruise control ....................... 194
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 198
Multi-information display ......... 80
Trip information....................... 81
Warning message................. 399
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487Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 316
Door courtesy lightsWattage ................................ 438
Doors ........................................ 111 Automatic door locking
and unlocking system ......... 113
Door glasses ......................... 134
Door lock............................... 111
Open door warning buzzer ..... 97
Open door warning light........ 391
Outside rear view mirrors...... 131
Rear door child-protector ...... 112
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 120
Driving ...................................... 142 Break-in tips .......................... 144
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Driving mode select switch ... 213
Procedures ........................... 142
Winter drive tips .................... 236
Dynamic radar cruise control .................................... 198 Eco Drive Indicator.................. 144
Eco drive mode........................ 213
EDR (Event data recorder)........ 10
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ...................................... 215 Function ................................ 215
Warning light......................... 390
Electronic key ............................ 90 Battery-saving function ......... 101
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 416
Replacing the battery............ 350
Emergency flashers ................ 380
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 416
If the engine will not start ...... 413
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 415
If the trunk opener is not actuated ............................. 116
If the vehicle battery is discharged.......................... 419
If the warning buzzer sounds................................ 388E

491Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Keyless entry ............................. 93Smart key system ................... 93
Wireless remote control ........ 108
Keys ............................................ 90
Battery-saving function ......... 101
Electronic key ......................... 90
Engine switch........................ 159
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 416
Key number plate.................... 90
Keyless entry .................. 93, 108
Mechanical key ....................... 90
Replacing the battery ............ 350
Warning buzzer....................... 97
Wireless remote control key ...................................... 108
Knee airbags .............................. 34
Language (multi-information display) ..... 83
LATCH anchors ......................... 56
Lever Auxiliary catch lever .............. 319
Hood lock release lever ........ 319
Internal trunk release lever ... 115
Shift lever .............................. 165
Turn signal lever ................... 169
Wiper lever............................ 183 License plate lights ................. 172
Light switch ........................... 172
Replacing light bulbs ............ 374
Wattage ................................ 438
Light bulbs
Replacing.............................. 364
Wattage ................................ 438
Lights
Automatic high beam ............ 176
Fog light switch ..................... 181
Headlight switch ................... 172
Illuminated entry system ....... 255
Interior light ........................... 254
Interior lights list.................... 253
Personal lights ...................... 254
Replacing light bulbs ............ 364
Trunk light ............................. 115
Turn signal lever ................... 169
Vanity lights .......................... 267
Wattage ................................ 438
Load capacity .......................... 156
Lock steering column ............. 162
Low profile tire......................... 338
Luggage hook .......................... 265
Luggage net ............................. 265
Luggage security system ....... 115
K
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493Alphabetical index
AVALON (U)_(OM41456U)
Paddle shift switches .............. 166
Parking brake ........................... 170Operation .............................. 170
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 388
Parking lights ........................... 172 Light switch ........................... 172
Replacing light bulbs............. 369
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 220 Function ................................ 220
PCS OFF switch ................... 221
Warning light ......................... 390
Personal lights ......................... 254
Power easy access system .... 119
Power outlets ........................... 271
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 215 Warning light ......................... 390
Power windows........................ 134
Jam protection function......... 135
Operation .............................. 134
Window lock switch............... 134
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 220 Function ................................ 220
PCS OFF switch ................... 221
Warning light ......................... 390 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 198
Radiator .................................... 328
Rear personal lights ................ 254
Rear seat heaters .................... 275
Rear sunshade......................... 278
Rear turn signal lights ............ 169 Replacing light bulbs ............ 371
Turn signal lever ................... 169
Wattage ................................ 438
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 129
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 131
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window defoggers .......... 252
Refueling .................................. 189 Capacity................................ 432
Fuel types ............................. 432
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 192
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 191
Replacing
Electronic key battery ........... 350
Fuses .................................... 352
Light bulbs ............................ 361
Tires...................................... 400
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 464
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 310
PR
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION A ND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.