service TOYOTA AVENSIS 2017 (in English) User Guide

4927-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Remove the filter cover.
Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter and replace it with a new
one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the fil-
ter should be pointing up.
■ Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
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NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditi oning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
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5218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional or commercial towing service before towing.
●The engine is running, but the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional or commercial towing
service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
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5858-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
NOTICE
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire com-
pared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over
uneven road surfaces.
■ Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving per-
formance.
■ When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■ To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional or other qualified service shop as soon as possible.
Make sure to replace the tire pres sure warning valve and transmitter when
replacing the tire. ( →P. 470)
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6149-1. Specifications
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How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil contain-
ers to help you select the oil you should use.API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN”
means the oil quality designa-
tion by American Petroleum
Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20”
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource-Con-
serving” means that the oil has
fuel-saving and environmental
protection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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6169-1. Specifications
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How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil contain-
ers to help you select the oil you should use.API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN”
means the oil quality designa-
tion by American Petroleum
Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20”
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource-Con-
serving” means that the oil has
fuel-saving and environmental
protection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
XDiesel engine
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
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Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference
*)
With filter 5.2 L (5.5 qt., 4.6 Imp.qt.)
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654Alphabetical index
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SensorAutomatic headlight system ................................ 238
Automatic High Beam system ................................ 278
Inside rear view mirror .......... 178
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 272
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 245
Service reminder indicators ................................ 98
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P” .............. 224
Manual transmission ............. 226
Multidrive............................... 219
Shift lock system ..................... 224
Side airbags ............................... 39
Side doors ................................ 132
Side mirrors.............................. 179
Adjusting and folding............. 179
Heaters ......................... 394, 401
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 513
Turn signal lever ................... 229
Wattage................................. 625
Smart entry & start system ..... 148 Antenna location ................... 148
Entry function ........ 132, 139, 143
Starting the engine ................ 212
Snow tires................................. 312
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 623
Storage location ............ 571, 572
Spark plug ................................ 619
Specifications .......................... 606
Speed limiter ............................ 292
Speedometer ............................ 105 Sport mode............................... 220
SRS airbags ............................... 39
Steering lock .................... 210, 217
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................ 174
Audio switches ...................... 321
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Meter control switches .......... 112
Telephone switches .............. 366
Stop/tail lights .......................... 515
Stop lights Emergency brake signal ....... 307
Replacing light bulbs............. 515
Wattage ................................ 625
Storage feature ........................ 412
Storage precautions ................ 412
Stuck If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 603
Sun visors ................................ 427
Switch Audio remote control switches.............................. 321
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 278
Cruise control switch............. 289
“DISP” switch ........................ 108
Door lock switch.................... 135
Driving mode select switch ... 220
Driving position memory switches.............................. 170
Emergency flasher switch ..... 518
Engine switch................ 209, 212
Fog light switch ..................... 241
Intrusion sensor cancel switch ................................... 92
Ignition switch ............... 209, 212
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