towing TOYOTA AVALON 2020 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

14Your Warranties in Detail
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Corrosion Perforation Warranty
This warranty covers repair or replacement
of any original body panel that develops
perforation from corrosion (rust-through),
subject to the exceptions indicated under
“What Is Not Covered” on pages 14–15.
Coverage is for 60 months, regardless
of mileage.
For information on how to protect your
vehicle from corrosion, refer to sections
related to maintenance and care in the
Owner’s Manual.
To w i n g
When your vehicle is inoperable due to
failure of a warranted part, towing service
to the nearest authorized Toyota dealership
is covered.


WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty does not cover damage or
failures resulting directly or indirectly from
any of the following:
• Fire, accidents or theft
• Abuse or negligence
• Misuse — for example, racing
or overloading
• Improper repairs
• Alteration or tampering, including
installation of non-Genuine
Toyo t a A c c e s s o r ie s
• Lack of or improper maintenance,
including use of fluids and fuel
other than those specified in the
Owner’s Manual
• Installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts
• Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road
debris (including stone chips), rail dust,
salt, hail, floods, wind storms, lightning
and other environmental conditions
• Water contamination
This warranty also does not cover the following:
Tires
Tires are covered by a separate warranty
provided by the tire manufacturer. See
page 29.
Normal Wear and Tear
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions and
other deterioration caused by normal wear
and tear.
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

32Your Responsibilities
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OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE


BY GEOGRAPHIC REGION
In the United States, U.S.
Territories, Canada and Mexico
To obtain warranty service in the United
States, U.S. territories, Canada or Mexico,
take your vehicle to an authorized Toyota
dealership. If your vehicle cannot be
driven, contact your nearest Toyota
dealership for towing assistance. You do
not have to pay for towing to the nearest
Toyota dealership if your vehicle is inoperable
due to failure of a warranted part.
Outside the United States, U.S.
Territories, Canada and Mexico
If you are using your vehicle outside the
United States, U.S. territories, Canada and
Mexico and need warranty service, contact
a local Toyota dealership. Please note,
however, that your vehicle may not be
repaired free of charge because the local
Toyota distributor may have no obligation
to provide warranty service for your
vehicle, and/or your vehicle may not
comply with local regulatory or
environmental requirements.


EMERGENCY REPAIRS
If your vehicle is inoperable or unsafe to
drive and there is no Toyota dealership
reasonably available to make repairs, you
may perform the repairs yourself or have
them performed by another automotive
service provider. Toyota will reimburse you
for any of the repairs that are covered by
warranty. To receive reimbursement,
present to an authorized Toyota dealership
your paid repair invoices and any parts
that were removed from the vehicle. You
will be reimbursed for warranted parts at
the manufacturer’s suggested retail price
and warranted labor at a geographically
appropriate hourly rate multiplied by
Toyota’s recommended time allowance for
the repair.
If your vehicle requires emergency repair,
Toyota assumes no liability for subsequent
failures caused by improper repairs or the
use of non-Genuine Toyota Parts unless
you have the vehicle properly repaired
in a timely manner. To ensure that
warranty coverage remains intact, have
your vehicle inspected by an authorized
Toyota dealership as soon as possible
after an emergency repair.

38Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
5,000 miles or 6 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
5
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in
temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving
for a long distance such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
10,000 miles or 12 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
5
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:

39Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
15,000 miles or 18 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at the last oil change, replace engine oil and oil filter.2
Inspect the following:
_
Ball joints and dust covers _
Exhaust pipes and mountings
_
Brake lines and hoses _
Radiator and condenser
_
Drive shaft boots _
Steering gear
_
Engine coolant
4 _
Steering linkage and boots
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:5
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
1 Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.5 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.

40Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
20,000 miles or 24 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
6
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
25,000 miles or 30 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at
the last oil change, replace engine oil
and oil filter.
2
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
6
Replace engine oil and filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in
temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving
for a long distance such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:

41Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
30,000 miles or 36 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Inspect the following:
_
Automatic transmission fluid
cooler hoses and connections
_
Automatic transmission for
signs of leakage
_
Ball joints and dust covers
_
Brake lines and hoses
_
Brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
4
_
Drive shaft boots
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
6
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
1 Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.5 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.6 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
_
Engine coolant5
_
Exhaust pipes and mountings
_
Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
_
Fuel tank cap gasket
_
Radiator and condenser
_
Steering gear
_
Steering linkage and boots

42Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
35,000 miles or 42 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at
the last oil change, replace engine oil
and oil filter.
2
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
5
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in
temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving
for a long distance such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
40,000 miles or 48 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
5
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:

43Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
45,000 miles or 54 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at the last oil change, replace engine oil and oil filter.2
Inspect the following:
_
Ball joints and dust covers _
Exhaust pipes and mountings
_
Brake lines and hoses _
Radiator and condenser
_
Drive shaft boots _
Steering gear
_
Engine coolant
4 _
Steering linkage and boots
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:5
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
1 Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.5 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.

44Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
50,000 miles or 60 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
8
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
55,000 miles or 66 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or
equivalent (Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at
the last oil change, replace engine oil
and oil filter.
2
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
8
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in
temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving
for a long distance such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:

45Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
60,000 miles or 72 months
Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or equivalent
(Hawaii and Puerto Rico only)
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Replace cabin air filter
Inspect the following:
_
Automatic transmission fluid
cooler hoses and connections
_
Automatic transmission for
signs of leakage
_
Ball joints and dust covers
_
Brake lines and hoses
_
Brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
5
_
Drive belts6
_
Drive shaft boots
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
8
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
Replace automatic transmission fluid
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
1 Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.5 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.6 Initial inspection at 60,000 miles/ 72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter. 7 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.8 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
_
Engine coolant7
_
Exhaust pipes and mountings
_
Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
_
Fuel tank cap gasket
_
Radiator and condenser
_
Steering gear
_
Steering linkage and boots
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Replace spark plugs4
Rotate tires