check oil TOYOTA AVALON 2017 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

15Pictorial index
Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 180
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 255
Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 314
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 186
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 186
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 426
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 342
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 431
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 255
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . P. 342
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 397
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 328
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 328
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 426
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 418
Headlights/side marker lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 173
Front turn signal/parking lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 171
Stop/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 173
Rear turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 171
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 165
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 173
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Light bulbs of the exter ior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 365, Wattages: P. 432)
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1534-1. Before driving
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Driving
NOTICE
■When encounterin g flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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Driving
4-6. Driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures. • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician ins pect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the specified size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
Perform the following accordin g to the driving conditions:
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Al ways drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle

3216-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the battery fluid level and
connections. ( →P. 338)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct
level? (→P. 337)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct
level? (→P. 334)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?
(→P. 331)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The radiator and condenser should
be free from foreign objects.
(→P. 336)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid?
(→P. 341)

3316-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oilPark the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out and
check the oil level.Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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5
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3326-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, c hecking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
Engine oil selection →P. 427
Oil quantity
(Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
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3336-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

4268-1. Specifications
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine
Model3.5L 6-cylinder (2GR-FE)
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70 × 3.27 in. (94.0 × 83.0 mm)
Displacement210.9 cu. in. (3456 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.0 gal. (64.35 L, 14.2 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
Drain and refill
(Reference
*)
With filter
Without filter
6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.)
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)

482Alphabetical index
If the warning light turns on ....................................... 388
If the warning message is displayed......................... 396
If you have a flat tire ............. 397
If you think something
is wrong .............................. 386
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 421
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 381
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 382
If your vehicle overheats ....... 418
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............. 161
Compartment ........................ 330
Engine switch........................ 160
Hood ..................................... 328
How to start the engine ......... 160
Identification number ............ 425
If the engine will not start ...... 409
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 160
Overheating .......................... 418 Engine coolant......................... 334
Capacity................................ 428
Checking............................... 334
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 255
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Engine immobilizer system ...... 68
Engine oil ................................. 331
Capacity................................ 426
Checking............................... 331
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 255
Engine switch .......................... 160
EPS
(Electronic Power
Steering) ................................ 250 Function ................................ 250
Warning light......................... 389
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10

491Alphabetical index
USB port*
Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................... 285
Wattage ................................ 432
Vanity mirrors .......................... 285
Vehicle data recording ................ 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 425
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 250
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ................... 269
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 250
Warning buzzers Approach warning ................. 229
Brake system ....... ................. 388
Downshifting ......................... 169
Seat belt reminder ................ 390
Warning lights............................ 75
ABS....................................... 389
Brake system ....... ................. 388
Charging system ................... 388
Electric power steering ......... 389
Low engine oil pressure ........ 388
Low fuel level ........................ 390
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 388
Master warning light.............. 391
Open door ............................. 390
Parking brake indicator ......... 388
Pre-collision system .............. 389
Seat belt reminder light ......... 390
Slip indicator ......................... 390
SRS ...................................... 389
Tire pressure......................... 391 Warning messages.................. 396
Washer ..................................... 180
Checking............................... 341
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 255
Switch ................................... 180
Washing and waxing ............... 312
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 157
Load limits ............................ 157
Weight .................................. 424
Wheels ...................................... 355 Replacing wheels ................. 355
Size....................................... 431
Window glasses ...................... 135
Window lock switch ................ 135
Windows................................... 135 Power windows..................... 135
Rear window defogger.......... 264
Windshield wipers ................... 180
Intermittent windshield wipers with interval
adjuster .............................. 180
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 182
Winter driving tips ................... 255
Wireless remote control key ............................................ 92 Battery-Saving Function ....... 113
Locking/Unlocking .......... 97, 103
Replacing the battery............ 360
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.