maintenance TOYOTA AVALON 2016 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

AVALON (U)_(01999-07001)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
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AVALON (U)_(01999-07001)6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 310
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 314
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 317
General maintenance ........ 319
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 323
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 324
Hood.................................. 326
Positioning a floor jack ...... 327
Engine compartment ......... 328
Tires .................................. 340
Tire inflation pressure........ 350
Wheels .............................. 353
Air conditioning filter .......... 356
Electronic key battery ........ 358
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 360
Light bulbs ......................... 363 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 378
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 379
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 380
If you think something is wrong............................... 384
Fuel pump shut off system ............................. 385
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 386
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 394
If you have a flat tire .......... 395
If the engine will not start ................................. 407
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 409
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 410
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 413
If your vehicle overheats......................... 417
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 420
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises

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AVALON (U)_(01999-07001)8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 424
Fuel information ................ 433
Tire information ................. 436
8-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 449
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize................ 457 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ........................ 460
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 461
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 463
8Vehicle specifications9For owners

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1-2. Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after
the engine switch has been turned
off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode to indicate that
the system has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

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For safety and security
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■ Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of
the following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
● The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■ Alarm-operated door lock
●When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
● Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and
make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the
battery.
●
A person inside the vehicle opens a
door, the trunk or hood.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.
NOTICE
■ To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

2655-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• This vehicle is equipped with a deodorizing charcoal air filter. This filter
should be inspected and replaced according to the maintenance sched-
ule. (Air conditioning filter: P. 356)
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 356
■ Handling of the air conditioning panel
The operating section of the air conditioning panel uses touch switch sensors.
In the following cases, incorrect operation or non-response may occur.
●If the surface of the touch switch is dirty or has liquid attached to it, incorrect
operation or non-response may occur.
● If the surface of the touch switch receives electromagnetic waves, incorrect
operation or non-response may occur.
● If wearing gloves during operation, non-response may occur.
● If fingernails are used to operate the system, non-response may occur.
● If a touch pen is used to operate the system, non-response may occur.
● If the palm of your hand touches the surface of the touch switch during oper-
ation, incorrect operation may occur.
● If the palm of your hand touches the surface of the touch switch, incorrect
operation may occur.
● If operations are performed quickly, non-response may occur.
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. air conditioning setting, touch switch sensitivity) can be
changed.
(Customizable features P. 449)

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AVALON (U)_(01999-07001)6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 310
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 314
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 317
General maintenance........ 319
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 323
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 324
Hood ................................. 326
Positioning a floor jack ...... 327
Engine compartment ......... 328
Tires .................................. 340
Tire inflation pressure ....... 350
Wheels .............................. 353
Air conditioning filter.......... 356
Electronic key battery........ 358
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 360
Light bulbs......................... 363

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6-1. Maintenance and care
●Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehi cle. Start washing from the front of
the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
Cleaning and prot ecting the vehicle
exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition:

3116-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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When using a car wash
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the ef\
fective
range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the fol-
lowing correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
●Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle
while the vehicle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not
stolen.)
● Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart key sys-
tem. ( P. 113)
■ Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical clean-
ers.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
● Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
● Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■ Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

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WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■ When cleaning the windshield (veh icles with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
● When the upper part of the windshi eld where the raindrop sensor is
located is touched by hand
● When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
● If something bumps against the windshield
● If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes until they have
cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes can cause burns.
■ Precaution regarding the Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may mal-
function. If this occurs, consult your Toyota dealer.
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in
hands being caught or other serious inju-
ries and cause damage to the wiper
blades.
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