radiator TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

3346-2. Maintenance
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
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct
level? ( →P. 350)
Engine/power control unit coolant
Is the engine/power control unit
coolant at the correct level?
(→P. 347)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?
(→P. 344)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The radiator and condenser should
be free from foreign objects.
(→P. 349)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid?
(→P. 351)
Luggage compartment
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connections. ( →P. 352)

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Maintenance and care
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery condi-
tion (→P. 352)• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level (→P. 350)
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake
fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/power control
unit coolant level (→P. 347)
• “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 pre-mixed
with 50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(→P. 344)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( →P. 375)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs (→P. 378)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as
original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser ( →P. 349)⎯
Tire inflation pressure
(→ P. 365)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(→P. 351)
• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for
winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

3406-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
● Make sure that the “READY” indicator is off.
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
■ When working near the electric co oling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, t he electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air condition ing is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( →P. 349)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

3436-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■12-volt battery
→P. 352
Engine compartment
Fuse boxes ( →P. 375)
Engine oil filler cap (→ P. 345)
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 344)
Brake fluid reservoir (→ P. 350)
Engine coolant radiator (→ P. 349) Power control unit coolant
radiator
(→ P. 349)
Condenser ( →P. 349)
Electric cooling fans
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 347)
Washer fluid tank ( →P. 351)
Power control unit coolant res-
ervoir (→ P. 347)1
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3486-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■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.
WARNING
■When the hybrid system is hot
Do not remove the engine/power control unit coolant reservoir caps or the
radiator cap.( →P. 432)
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 stra ight 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.

3496-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Check the radiators and condenser and clear away any foreign
objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have yo ur vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Radiators and condenser
WARNING
■When the hybrid system is hot
Do not touch the radiators or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri-
ous injuries, such as burns.

4297-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a
loss of power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does
not increase.)
● “Hybrid System Overhe at/Stop the Vehicle in a Safe Place” is
shown on the multi-information display.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
■If the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters
the red zone
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently,
inspect the hoses and radia-
tor core (radiator) for any
leaks.Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
your Toyota dealer.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:
Correction procedures
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4307-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “F”
and “L” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Radiator cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for
coolant leaks from th e radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by checking \
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fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air condi-
tioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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4317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If “Hybrid System Overheat/Stop the Vehicle in a Safe Place” is
shown on the multi-information displayStop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down, inspect the
hoses and radiator core
(radiator) for any leaks.Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
your Toyota dealer
The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the
“FULL” and “LOW” lines on
the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and chec k for the multi-information dis-
play.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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4327-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the indicator on the
“POWER” switch and the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati-
cally start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently.
Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to
the hybrid system.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
● Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additives.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap or the
coolant reservoir caps while the hybrid
system and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may
result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.