coolant TOYOTA AVENSIS 2014 (in English) User Guide

536 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Gasoline engine
Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
Diesel engine
Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.

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Maintenance and care
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Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or 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%
deionized water. (Enabled: -35C [-31F])
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap.
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 engine 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 damage to parts or paint.

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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
Engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the tempera-
ture is higher than normal
Audible symptoms
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Operational symptoms
Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
The engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 232) enters the red
zone or a loss of power is experienced.
Steam is coming from under the hood.
Follow the correction procedure as described below.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped profes-
sional.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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When trouble arises
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The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “FULL”
and “LOW ” lines on the reser-
voir. (P. 536)
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW ”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable. (P. 737)
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check
for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on
immediately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by
checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these,
turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

716 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
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, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fan and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be
caught, resulting in serious injury.
Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.STEP7

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When trouble arises
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NOTICE
When adding engine coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too
quickly can cause damage to the engine.
To prevent damage to the system
Observe the following precautions:
Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
Do not use commercially available coolant additives.

737 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity
(reference)
Gasoline
engine
1ZR-FAE engine
6.3 L (6.7 qt., 5.5 Imp.qt.)
2ZR-FAE and 3ZR-FAE engines
Multidrive: 6.2 L (6.6 qt., 5.5 Imp.qt.)
Manual transmission: 6.3 L (6.7 qt., 5.5 Imp.qt.)
Diesel
engine
With power heater
7.8 L (8.2 qt., 6.9 Imp.qt.)
Without power heater
7.4 L (7.8 qt., 6.5 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sil-
icate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.

764 Alphabetical index
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Engine
Compartment ........................ 527
Engine switch ................ 200, 205
Hood ..................................... 523
How to start the
engine ......................... 200, 205
Identification number............. 726
If the engine will not start ...... 693
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 718
Ignition switch ............... 200, 205
Overheating .......................... 714
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 737
Checking ............................... 536
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 336
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 232
Engine immobilizer system .... 127
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 731
Checking ............................... 530
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 336
Engine switch................... 200, 205
First-aid kit holder ................... 498
Floor mat .................................. 496
Fluid
Washer.................................. 542
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 576
Switch ................................... 259
Wattage................................. 748Front position/daytime
running lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 576
Switch ................................... 252
Wattage ................................ 748
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 90
Driving position memory ......... 95
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 576
Wattage ................................ 748
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 729
Fuel gauge ............................ 232
Fuel pump shut off system.... 608
Gas station information ......... 776
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 718
Information ............................ 749
Refueling............................... 121
Type ...................................... 729
Fuel door .................................. 121
Fuel filler door.......................... 121
Fuel filter .................................. 543
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 608
Fuses ........................................ 560
Gas station information .......... 776
Gauges ..................................... 232
Gear Shift Indicator ................. 223
Glove box ................................. 474
Glove box light......................... 474
Hands-free system
*
(for cellular phone)................ 434
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 596
Head restraint ............................ 98
Headlight cleaner..................... 261
FG
H

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire punctures
P. 640If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
a spare tire for sedan)
P. 654If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
a spare tire for wagon)
P. 668If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
emergency tire puncture repair kit)
The engine does not start
P. 693If the engine will not start
P. 718If you run out of fuel and the
engine stalls (diesel engine)
P. 127Engine immobilizer system
P. 709If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 696If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from “P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 714If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 703If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 709If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 7 2Side doors
P. 8 4Back door