tire type TOYOTA AVALON 2022 User Guide

5138-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Tire size (P. 515)
Summer tires or all season tires ( P. 4 2 0 )
An all season tire has “M+S” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “M+S”
is a summer tire.
TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE
A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly put into the tire.
A tube type tire has a tube insi de the tire and the tube mainta ins the air
pressure.
Radial tires or bias-ply tires
A radial tire has “RADIAL” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “ RADIAL”
is a bias-ply tire.
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( P. 5 1 4 )
Location of treadwear indicators ( P. 4 1 4 )
Uniform tire quality grading
For details, see “Uniform Tire Q uality Grading” that follows.
Maximum cold tire in flation pressure (P. 506)
This means the press ure to which a tire may be inflated.
Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure ( P. 419)
Tire ply composition and materials
Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands
which form the p lies in a tire.
“TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” molded on its sidewall. This tire is designed for tempora ry
emergency use only.
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5148-1. Specifications
DOT symbol*
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire manufacturer’s identification mark
Tire size code
Manufacturer’s optional tire type code (3 or 4 letters)
Manufacturing week
Manufacturing year
Manufacturer’s code
*: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Typical DOT and Tire Iden tification Number (TIN)
Ty p e AType B
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5208-1. Specifications
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 l uggage 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

554What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 459)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 198)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 455, 465)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the al arm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 80)
Do one of the following to stop the alarm: • Unlock the doors.
• Open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote con trol.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or st art
the engine.
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 465)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed , refer to
P. 455, 465.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. ( P. 470)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, di rt, or
snow. ( P. 495)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds w hen leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

560Alphabetical index
Flat tire...................................... 470
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidAutomatic transaxle .............. 504
Brake .................................... 506
Washer ................................. 413
Front interior light ................... 353
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 50
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 459
Front personal lights ............... 353
Front seat heaters ................... 349
Front seats ............................... 144 Adjustment ............................ 144
Cleaning................................ 389
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 148
Head restraints ..................... 153
Power easy access system ......... ....................... 148
Seat heaters ......................... 349
Seat ventilators ..................... 349
Front side marker lights Light switch ........................... 204
Replacing light bulbs............. 441 Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 441
Turn signal lever ................... 197
Fuel Capacity................................ 500
Fuel gauge.............................. 90
Fuel pump shut off system ... 454
Information............................ 509
Refueling .............................. 216
Type.............................. 500, 509
Warning light......................... 458
Fuel consumption ................... 118
Fuel filler door ......................... 216 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 219
Refueling .............................. 216
Fuel pump shut off system..... 454
Fuses ........................................ 438
Garage door opener ................ 377
Gauges ....................................... 90
Glove box ................................. 356
Grocery bag hooks.................. 361
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Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range) ..................................... 263
Radiator .................................... 409
Rear Camera Detection Function ................................. 291
Rear Cross Traffic Alert .......... 286
Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake ............................. 305
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light ........................ 459
Rear personal lights ................ 353
Rear seat heaters..................... 349
Rear seats Folding down ........................ 146
Rear side marker lights Light switch ........................... 204
Replacing light bulbs............. 441
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 441
Turn signal lever ................... 197
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 157
Outside rear view mirrors...... 159
Rear window defogger ............ 344
Refueling .................................. 216 Capacity ................................ 500
Fuel types ............................. 500
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened............... 219
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 218
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 435
Fuses .................................... 438
Light bulbs ............................ 441
Tires ...................................... 470 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 536
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 393
Road Sign Assist ..................... 258
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .......... 258
Safety Connect .......................... 71
Seat belt reminder light .......... 459
Seat belts ................................... 30 Adjusting the seat belt ............ 31
Automatic Locking
Retractor .............................. 32
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 63
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt........................ 390
Emergency Locking Retractor .............................. 32
How to wear your seat belt ..... 30
How your child should wear
the seat belt.......................... 32
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use ......................... 33
Reminder light and buzzer.... 459
Seat belt extender .................. 32
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners ............... 538
Seat belt pretensioners........... 31
SRS warning light ................. 456
Seat heaters ............................. 349
Seat ventilators........................ 349
Seating capacity ...................... 183
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverTrunk openerFuel filler door
P. 401 P. 133P. 216
Hood lock release
leverFuel filler
door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 401 P. 216P. 506
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) P. 500
Fuel type
P. 500, 509
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 5 0 6
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) P. 501
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
P. 501