check engine TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2013 XX40 / 4.G User Guide

3506-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
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 off the hybrid system , 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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Maintenance and care
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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, checking 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. 456
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
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3526-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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CAUTION
■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.

3546-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
For more details about coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine/power control unit coolant reservoir
caps, drain cock and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
■When the hybrid system is hot
Do not remove the engine/power control unit coolant reservoir caps or the
radiator cap.( P. 447)
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■ When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

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Maintenance and care
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Turn the power switch off.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage ratings” for
details about which fuse to check. ( P. 382)
Open the Fuse box cover.
Engine compartment (type A fuse box)
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Engine compartment (type B fuse box)
Push the tabs in and lift the lid
off.
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.
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4558-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait
more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
Drain and refill (Reference
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With filter
Without filter
4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp. qt.)
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp. qt.)

496Alphabetical index
AVALON_HV_U (OM41451U)
Child safety ................................ 5312-volt battery
precautions ................. 360, 443
Airbag precautions .................. 39
Child restraint system ............. 54
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 32
Installing child restraints ......... 58
Moon roof precautions .......... 163
Power window lock switch .... 157
Power window precautions ... 159
Rear door child-protectors .... 136
Removed electronic key battery precautions ...... 378
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 35
Seat belt precautions .............. 57
Seat heater precautions........ 306
Trunk precautions ................. 140
Child-protectors....................... 136
Cleaning ........................... 330, 333
Aluminum wheels.................. 331
Exterior ................................. 330
Interior................................... 333
Seat belts .............................. 334
Clock ......................................... 299
Coat hooks ............................... 310
Compass .................................. 325
Condenser ................................ 355 Console box ............................. 289
Consumption screen............... 102
Coolant ..................................... 353
Capacity................................ 457
Checking............................... 353
Preparing and checking before winter.................................. 262
Cooling system........................ 353
Engine overheating............... 444
Hybrid system overheating ... 444
Cruise control
Cruise control ....................... 217
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 221
Cup holders ............................. 290
Curtain shield airbags............... 37
Customizable features ............ 477

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Energy monitor ........................ 103
EngineAccessory mode ................... 184
Compartment ........................ 349
Engine switch........................ 183
Hood ..................................... 346
How to start the hybrid system .... ................. 183
Identification number ............ 453
Ignition switch (power switch) .................... 183
Overheating .......................... 444
Power switch......................... 183
Engine coolant ......................... 353
Capacity ................................ 457
Checking ............................... 353
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 262
Engine coolant temperature gauge........................................ 91
Engine oil ................................. 350 Capacity ................................ 455
Checking ............................... 350
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 262 Engine switch .......................... 183
EPS (Electronic
Power Steering)..................... 238Function ................................ 238
Warning light......................... 413
EV drive mode ......................... 189
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11

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Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................... 91
OilEngine oil .............................. 455
Opener Hood ..................................... 346
Trunk..................................... 138
Outer foot lights....................... 284
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 154 Adjusting and folding ............ 154
Blind spot monitor ................. 251
Linked mirror function when reversing ................... 155
Mirror position memory ......... 144
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................. 279
Overheating.............................. 444 Parking brake........................... 195
Operation .............................. 195
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 412
Parking lights........................... 197 Light switch ........................... 197
Replacing light bulbs ............ 401
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .................................. 245Function ................................ 245
PCS OFF switch ................... 246
Warning light......................... 414
Personal lights......................... 285
Power control unit ..................... 73
Power control unit coolant ..... 353 Capacity................................ 457
Checking............................... 353
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 262
Power easy access system.................................... 144
Power outlets ........................... 302
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 238Warning light......................... 413
Power switch ........................... 183
Power windows ....................... 157
Jam protection function ........ 158
Operation .............................. 157
Window lock switch .............. 157
Pre-Collision System (PCS).... 245 Function ................................ 245
PCS OFF switch ................... 246
Warning light......................... 414
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.