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CORROSION PREVENTION AND

APPEARANCE CARE

Corrosion prevention and appearance care

Protecting your Toyota from corrosion

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Washing and waxing your Toyota

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Cleaning the interior

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Summary of Contents for Avalon 2004

Page 1: ...s not a Toyota dealer near you or you need emergency assistance for any reason please call the following number D U S OWNERS Toyota Customer Assistance Center Toll free 1 800 331 4331 D CANADIAN OWNER...

Page 2: ...break in period 213 D How to start the engine 239 D General maintenance 278 Gas station information Fuel type UNLEADED gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or higher For improved vehic...

Page 3: ...ws CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yo...

Page 4: ...t which these systems can provide when used together That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each o...

Page 5: ...le of how the instruc tions in Section 1 3 of this Owner s Manual will help en sure proper use of the occupant restraint systems and increase the safety they can provide to you and your fami ly in the...

Page 6: ...Engine exhaust some of its constitu ents and a wide variety of automobile compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de fects and other reproducti...

Page 7: ...ty and may even violate governmental regulations In addi tion damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty Spark ignition system of your Toyota The...

Page 8: ...r details about tire inflation pressure and load limits see Checking tire infla tion pressure in Section 7 2 and Vehicle load limits in Section 2 Scrapping of your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat belt...

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Page 10: ...air Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from t...

Page 11: ...or the engine chassis body electrical system and more are clearly explained and illustrated Periodic maintenance and tune up Periodic maintenance and tune up helps to pre vent smallproblems fromgrowin...

Page 12: ...g 04 Prod OM41412U WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts Toyota belts are D Comfortable D Easy to use D Convenient We encourage you...

Page 13: ...04 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview 2 Instrument cluster overview 8 Indicator symbols on the instru...

Page 14: ...7 Front personal light interior light and or electric moon roof switch 8 Power door lock switches 9 Power window switches 10 Glove box 11 Trunk opener main switch 12 Rear vents 13 Power outlet 115 VA...

Page 15: ...Car audio 6 Air conditioning controls 7 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 8 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 9 Ignition switch 10 Power outlet main switch 11 Traction control syste...

Page 16: ...ir conditioning controls 7 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 8 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 9 Seat heater switches 10 Ignition switch 11 Power outlet main switch 12 Traction co...

Page 17: ...transmission selector lever 5 Garage door opener 6 Center vents 7 Auxiliary boxes 8 Front personal light interior light and or electric moon roof switch 9 Power door lock switches 10 Power window swit...

Page 18: ...tioning controls 7 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 8 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 9 Power outlet 115 VAC 10 Power outlet 12 VDC 11 Ignition switch 12 Power outlet main switch...

Page 19: ...ols 7 Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch 8 Seat heater switches 9 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 10 Power outlet 115 VAC 11 Power outlet 12 VDC 12 Ignition switch 13 Power outlet...

Page 20: ...dicators and indicator lights 4 Speedometer 5 Engine immobilizer system indicator light 6 Odometer and two trip meters 7 Clock 8 Outside temperature display 9 ADJ button 10 MODE button 11 ODO TRIP but...

Page 21: ...deterrent system engine immobilizer system indicator light 6 Clock 7 Outside temperature display 8 Multi information display 9 LIGHT button 10 MODE button 11 RESET ADJ button 12 DISPLAY button 13 Odom...

Page 22: ...Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 4 Speedometer 5 Theft deterrent system engine immobilizer system indicator light 6 Clock 7 Outside temperature display 8 Odometer and two trip meters...

Page 23: ...t 1 or Low fuel level warning light 1 Anti lock brake system warning light 1 or Open door warning light 1 Rear light failure warning light 1 SRS warning light 1 Low windshield washer fluid level warni...

Page 24: ...ndicators and warning buzzers in Section 1 6 2 If this light flashes see Cruise control in Section 1 7 Turn signal indicator lights Slip indicator light Cruise control indicator light 2 Overdrive off...

Page 25: ...UMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Multi information display 189 Clock 198 Outside temperature display 198 Cigarette lighter and ashtray 198 Power outlet 199 Glove box 202 Garage door opener 202 Auxi...

Page 26: ...189 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U 1 Outside temperature display 2 Clock 3 Compass 4 Calendar 5 Cruise information display 6 LIGHT button 7 MODE button 8 RESET ADJ button 9 DISPLAY button Mult...

Page 27: ...utton This button is used to select the illumi nation pattern of the display Every time you push the LIGHT button the display illuminates in the following or der 1 All the parts of the display are ill...

Page 28: ...ODE but ton until the hour display appears and blinks Then push the RESET ADJ but ton To reset the minutes Push the MODE button until the minute display appears and blinks Then push the RESET ADJ butt...

Page 29: ...play indi cates outside air temperatures To set the unit push the MODE button until the unit display appears and blinks Then push the RESET ADJ button to se lect C or F At this time cruise information...

Page 30: ...and displayed based on driv ing distance and fuel consumption for 2 seconds with the engine running The displayed value is updated every 2 seconds Note that an accurate figure may not be shown in the...

Page 31: ...tion is good the driving range will be longer If fuel consumption is poor the driving range will be shorter 5 Driving time TRIP TIME The elapsed time after the engine starts is displayed When the engi...

Page 32: ...ry has been disconnected If the deviation is small the compass works to calibrate the direction automati cally while the vehicle is in motion For additional precision or for complete calibrating see C...

Page 33: ...number After calibration push the MODE button several times until the calendar display returns to the normal mode CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving Be sure to adjust the d...

Page 34: ...MODE but ton again Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed re placed or disconnected Do n...

Page 35: ...rom the clock the time dis play will automatically be set to 1 00 one o clock When the instrument panel lights are turned on the brightness of the time in dication will be reduced The key must be in t...

Page 36: ...or replacement ASHTRAY With bucket front seat To use the ash tray push the lid to open With bench type front seat To use the ashtray pull the lid to open When finished with your cigarette thor oughly...

Page 37: ...se Inserting anything other than an appropriate plug that fits the outlet or allowing any liquid to get into the outlet may cause electrical failure or short cir cuits With bucket front seat With benc...

Page 38: ...n use Inserting anything other than an appropriate plug that fits the outlet or allowing any liquid to get into the outlet may cause electrical failure or short cir cuits The power outlet is not desig...

Page 39: ...ting systems and security systems etc a Programming the HomeLink The HomeLink in your vehicle has 3 buttons and you can store one program for each button To ensure correct programming into the HomeLin...

Page 40: ...button may vary by brand of garage door opener Refer to the owner s guide supplied by the garage door opener manufacturer for the location of this training button 2 Press the training button on the ce...

Page 41: ...as long as the button is pressed c Erasing the entire HomeLink memory all three programs To erase all previously programmed codes at one time press and hold down the 2 outside buttons for 20 seconds u...

Page 42: ...ransmitter has been tested and complies with FCC and DOC MPAC rules Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to op erate...

Page 43: ...own the armrest pull up the lock release lever and open the lid CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving To use...

Page 44: ...s securely To use the cup holder push on the lid CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink cans on the cup holder as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly in...

Page 45: ...holder as such items may be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or...

Page 46: ...er is designed for holding cups or drink cans securely To use the cup holder open the armrest lid by pulling up the lock release lever and pull out the cup holder Then close the armrest lid CAUTION Do...

Page 47: ...when the cup holder is pulled out Use a floor mat of the correct size If the floor carpet and floor mat have a hole then it is designed for use with a locking clip Fix the floor mat with locking clip...

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Page 49: ...Aug 04 Prod OM41412U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys 14 Engine immobilizer system 17 Side doors 18 Power windows 27 Trunk lid 29 Hood 34 Theft deterrent system 35 Fuel tank...

Page 50: ...ould lose your keys or if you need additional keys duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number We recommend writing down the key num ber and storing it in a safe place Your vehicle...

Page 51: ...e engine do not use the key with a key ring resting on the key grip and do not press the key ring against the key grip Otherwise the engine may not start or may stop soon after it starts z When starti...

Page 52: ...uch as on the dashboard and hood under direct sunlight z Do not put the key in water or wash it in an ultrasonic washer z Do not use the key with electromag netic materials KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key n...

Page 53: ...or activating See Theft deterrent system in this Section D The indicator light does not start flash ing when the key is removed from the ignition switch D The indicator light flashes inconsistent ly...

Page 54: ...device may not cause interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key...

Page 55: ...riving The doors will open and an accident may occur Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle Closing the door with the lock knob in the lock position wil...

Page 56: ...on as shown on the label When the child protector is locked you cannot open the rear door by the inside door handle We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle CAUTION B...

Page 57: ...nition switch Locking function All doors are auto matically locked when the selector le ver is moved out of the P position after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and all the doors are...

Page 58: ...sh the UNLOCK switch once to unlock the driver s door alone Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds unlocks all the doors simultaneously Each time the UNLOCK switch is pushed two beeps will be heard...

Page 59: ...e control transmitter D Open the trunk lid with the key or wire less remote control transmitter D Turn the key from the LOCK to ON position The PANIC mode does not work when the ignition key is in the...

Page 60: ...r Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft or an acci dent See If you lose your wireless re mote control transmitter in Section 4 For vehicles sold in U S A This device comp...

Page 61: ...ct to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device REPL...

Page 62: ...ide and negative side of the transmitter bat tery are faced correctly z Do not replace the battery with wet hands Water may cause unexpected rust z Do not touch or move any compo nents inside the tran...

Page 63: ...itch Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and then release it The window will fully open or close To stop the window part way lightly move the switch in the opp...

Page 64: ...erious personal injury you must do the following D Before you close the power win dows always make sure there is nobody around the power windows You must also make sure the heads hands and other parts...

Page 65: ...id from the outside insert the master key and turn it clock wise See Cargo and luggage in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage To close the trunk lid lower it and press down on it After clos...

Page 66: ...low This system deactivates the lock re lease lever so that things locked in the trunk can be protected 1 After closing the armrest door insert the master key and turn it clockwise to lock the armrest...

Page 67: ...D Never leave children unattended in the vehicle Unsupervised children may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death To open the trunk lid from the outside insert t...

Page 68: ...the vehicle To open the trunk lid from the driver s seat push the lock release switch To deactivate this lock release switch from opening the trunk lid see Trunk opener main switch described below On...

Page 69: ...e switch turn off the trunk opener main switch in the glove box 2 After closing the glove box lid in sert the master key into the glove box lock and turn it clockwise to safeguard the lock release swi...

Page 70: ...t to glow longer CAUTION D Always lock the trunk lid and all doors and keep away the vehicle keys out of children s reach D Never leave children unattended in the vehicle Unsupervised children may loc...

Page 71: ...r hood is forcibly un locked or the battery terminal is discon nected and then reconnected when the vehicle is locked The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights tail lights and...

Page 72: ...tivating the alarm Once set the system automatically resets the alarm after the alarm stops The alarm will activate again under the same circumstances described in Activating the system Stopping the a...

Page 73: ...jury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly re moved 2 To remove the fuel tank cap turn the cap slowly counterclockwise then pause slightly before removing it After removing the cap...

Page 74: ...ion To open Push the switch on the SLIDE OPEN side The roof will open and stop partway 10 mm 0 4 in from the fully opened posi tion When you push SLIDE OPEN side again the moon roof will open fully To...

Page 75: ...the roof opening Other wise they could be seriously in jured if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involved in an accident D Before you close the moon roof always make sure there is nobo...

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Page 77: ...S AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats 42 Front seats 42 Driving position memory system 46 Trunk storage extension 48 Head restraints 49 Armrest 49 Seat heaters 50 Seat belts 51 SRS driver ai...

Page 78: ...he risk zone for driver airbag is the first 50 75 mm 2 3 in of inflation placing yourself 250 mm 10 in from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety This distance is measured from...

Page 79: ...y or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats with side airbags Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activat ing correctly disable the system or cause the side airbag system to in f...

Page 80: ...he desired angle and release the lever CAUTION To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed The seat belts provide maxi mum pro...

Page 81: ...To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed The seat belts provide maxi mum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the...

Page 82: ...nd outside rear view mirror to the desired posi tion 2 While pushing the SET button push button 1 or 2 until the sig nal beeps The beep sound means that the positions are recorded in the computer s me...

Page 83: ...ed If any driving position memory switch is pushed while one of the memorized driv ing position profiles is being activated the operation will stop To reactivate the system push the desired button 1 o...

Page 84: ...an be prevented by locking the armrest door with the master key To lock turn the key clockwise See Cargo and luggage in Section 2 for precautions when loading luggage CAUTION Be sure to close the door...

Page 85: ...nter seat al ways pull up the rear center head re straint to the lock position The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head Therefore using a cushion on the seatback is not recom...

Page 86: ...heaters Pushing the switch again will turn it off CAUTION Occupants must use caution when op erating the seat heater because it may make them feel too hot or cause burns at low temperatures erythema...

Page 87: ...ails If a child is too large for a child restraint system the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle s seat belt According to accident statistics the child is safer...

Page 88: ...ware Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or doors D Inspect the belt system periodically Check for cuts fraying and loose parts Damaged parts should be re placed Do not disass...

Page 89: ...wisted D Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle D If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Toyota dea...

Page 90: ...position CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder The belt should be kept away from your neck but not falling off your shoulder Failure to do so coul...

Page 91: ...If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Toyota dealer Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury Too h...

Page 92: ...ng the heaviest coat you ex pect to wear for proper measurement and selection of length Additional ordering in formation is available at your Toyota deal er CAUTION When using the seat belt extender o...

Page 93: ...r when installing a child restraint system on the front or rear passen ger seat If installing a child re straint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt the seat belt will not se...

Page 94: ...n adult occupant or your child from injury The driver and front outside passenger seat belt pretensioners are designed to be activated in response to a severe frontal impact When the sensor detects a...

Page 95: ...trike or open the front seat belt pretensioner as semblies airbag sensor or surround ing area or wiring Failure to follow these instructions may prevent the front outside seat belt pretensioners from...

Page 96: ...of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi tion or remains on for more than 6...

Page 97: ...ng the vehicle interior The front passenger airbag is activated even with no passenger in the front seat Always wear your seat belt properly CAUTION D The SRS front airbag system is de signed only as...

Page 98: ...le to an approximate 25 km h 15 mph collision when the vehicles has the impact straight into a fixed barrier that does not move or deform However this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if...

Page 99: ...sensor The front airbag sensors constantly moni tor the forward deceleration of the vehicle If an impact results in a forward decelera tion beyond the designed threshold level the system triggers the...

Page 100: ...and inflator may be hot for several minutes after deployment so do not touch The airbags inflate only once The windshield may be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflat ing airbag CAUTION...

Page 101: ...and always use your seat belt properly D Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and be properly restrained D Do not allow a child to stand...

Page 102: ...t airbag system from activating correctly cause sudden activation of the system or disable the sys tem which could result in death or serious injury Failure to follow these instructions can result in...

Page 103: ...Section 1 6 If either of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible D The light does not come...

Page 104: ...ere side impact the SRS side airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflat ing The SRS side airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver s or front out side passeng...

Page 105: ...ts and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and prop erly restrained The rear seats are the safest for infants and children For instructions concerning the installation of a child restr...

Page 106: ...ic gas This does not indicate a fire This smoke may remain inside the vehicle for some time and may cause some minor irritation to the eyes skin or breathing Be sure to wash off any residue as soon as...

Page 107: ...s the cup holder or any other device or object will be thrown with great force or the side airbag may not activate correctly resulting in death or serious injury Likewise the driver and front passenge...

Page 108: ...n It goes off after about 6 seconds This means the SRS side airbags are operat ing properly This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly front airbag sen sors side airbag sensors driv...

Page 109: ...ld restraint systems for children The laws of all 50 states in the U S A and Canada now require the use of a child restraint system Your vehicle conforms to SAEJ1819 If a child is too large for a chil...

Page 110: ...child re straint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system which could cause death or serious injury to the child o...

Page 111: ...the instructions provided by its manufac turer Your vehicle has anchor brackets for se curing the top strap of a child restraint system For instructions about how to use the an chor bracket see Using...

Page 112: ...h or serious injury to the child if the rear facing child re straint system is installed on the front passenger seat D Do not install a child restraint sys tem on the rear seat if it interferes with t...

Page 113: ...of the belt are not twisted D Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent your child from properly latching the tab and buckle D If the seat belt does not function normally it can...

Page 114: ...hold the infant seat secure ly CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer...

Page 115: ...g child re straint system on the front passen ger seat In the event of an acci dent the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the...

Page 116: ...rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats This can cause death or serious injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden brak ing or a collision D If the driver...

Page 117: ...rotect your child from death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the shoulder be...

Page 118: ...e Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufac turer 4 To remove the convertible seat press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely The belt will move fr...

Page 119: ...ody against the door or the area of the seat from which the side air bags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system It is dangerous if the side airbag inflates and the impact co...

Page 120: ...Keep the lap belt position as low on a child s hips as possible D For child s safety do not place the shoulder belt under child s arm D After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckle are locked...

Page 121: ...ll a rear facing child re straint system on the front passen ger seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the front passen ger airbag can cause death or seri ous injury to the child Same angle...

Page 122: ...If your driving position is not satisfactory or the child restraint system interferes with your driving install it at another posi tion CAUTION D When using a forward facing child restraint system mov...

Page 123: ...he seat belt does not function normally it cannot protect your child from injury Contact your Toyota dealer immediately Do not use the child restraint system until the seat belt is fixed 2 While press...

Page 124: ...be ready to work for an adult or older child passen ger Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap Symbol Anchor brackets Use the anchor bracket on t...

Page 125: ...d restraint system with the seat belt Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap For instructions to install the child re straint system see Child restraint in this Section CAUTI...

Page 126: ...S225 or CMVSS210 2 specifications are installed in the rear seat The anchorages are installed in the clear ance between the seat cushion and seat back of both outside rear seats Child restraint system...

Page 127: ...L O 0408 91 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U Canada only Type A anchor position indicated by tags Canada only Type B anchor position indicated by buttons Canada only Type B anchor position indic...

Page 128: ...uckles onto the anchor ages If your child restraint system has a top strap it should be anchored For the installation of the top strap see Using a top strap in this Section For installation details re...

Page 129: ...04 Prod OM41412U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel 94 Outside rear view mirrors 94 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 96 Auto anti glare inside rear...

Page 130: ...Doing so may cause the driver to mishan dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries D After adjusting the steering wheel try moving it up and down to make sure it...

Page 131: ...outside rear view mirror defoggers in Section 1 5 CAUTION D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resul...

Page 132: ...e vehicle behind you during night driving operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror Daylight driving Lever at position 1 The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position Night...

Page 133: ...When the inside rear view mirror surface darkens the driver s side outside rear view mirror surface also darkens To turn off the automatic function press the switch on the OFF side To turn on the auto...

Page 134: ...04 AVALON U L O 0408 98 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U To use the vanity mirrors swing down the sun visor and open the cover The vanity lights come on when you open the cover Vanity mirrors...

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Page 136: ...rn signals 101 Emergency flashers 106 Instrument panel light control 106 Front fog lights 107 Interior light 107 Front personal and interior lights 108 Rear personal lights 109 Ignition switch light 1...

Page 137: ...knob to the AUTO position when the ignition key is in the ON position The headlights and or all of the lights in position 1 automatically turn on or off de pending on the darkness of the surround ings...

Page 138: ...position or actuate the headlight switch If you are going to park for over one week make sure the knob is in the AUTO position NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis charged do not leave the lig...

Page 139: ...l a turn push the headlight turn signal lever up or down to position 1 The key must be in the ON position The lever automatically returns after you make a turn but you may have to return it by hand af...

Page 140: ...ion 3 with the tail lights on The lights automatically turn off when the driver s door is opened with the ignition key in the ACC or LOCK position Position 2 or position 3 with the head lights on The...

Page 141: ...n the headlights on and push the lever away from you position 1 Pull the lever to ward you position 2 for low beams The headlight high beam indicator light blue light on the instrument panel will tell...

Page 142: ...your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard Always pull as far off the road as pos sible The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat ing NOTI...

Page 143: ...er all the doors are closed the light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out However in the following cases the light goes off immediately D All the doors are closed when the igni tion key...

Page 144: ...ts remain on for about 15 seconds and then go out However in the following cases the lights go off immediately D All the doors are closed when the igni tion key is in the ACC or ON posi tion D The ign...

Page 145: ...ediately D All the doors are closed when the igni tion key is in the ACC or ON posi tion D The ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON after all the doors are closed D All the doors are closed and loc...

Page 146: ...hey will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts For instructions on adding washer fluid see Adding washer fluid in Section 7 3 In freezing weather warm the windshield with the defroster be...

Page 147: ...at more than 90_C 194_F the wipers do not operate even if the wiper lever is in the position 1 When the ignition switch is turned off with the wiper lever in the position 1 and then the ignition switc...

Page 148: ...blades retract under the hood when the wipers are turned off In the following cases the wipers should be shifted from the retracted position position 2 to the rest position position 1 above the hood...

Page 149: ...pe C To defog or defrost the rear window push the switch The key must be in the ON position The thin heater wires on the inside of the rear window will quickly clear the surface An indicator light wil...

Page 150: ...e defoggers off when the surfaces are clear Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge especially during stop and go driving The defoggers are not designed for dryin...

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Page 152: ...M41412U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge 117 Engine coolant temperature gauge 117 Tachometer 118 Odometer and two trip meters 118 Service...

Page 153: ...the fuel tank is completely empty the malfunction indicator lamp comes on Fill the fuel tank immediately The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times If the indicator lamp does not go off...

Page 154: ...e z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine See If your ve hicle overheats in Section 4 The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm revolutions per minute Use it while driving...

Page 155: ...the other to measure the distance on each trip All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec trical power source is disconnected 3 ODO TRIP button Resets the two trip meters to zero and also change the...

Page 156: ...o this a or If parking brake is off stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer b indicator and buzzer Fasten driver s seat belt c Fasten front outside passenger s seat belt d Stop and check e Stop and...

Page 157: ...es on Do this h or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer If brake system warning light is also on stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer i Close all doors j Replace bulb k Take vehicle to Toyota dealer im...

Page 158: ...ce will become longer De press the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop D The brake system warning light re mains on together with the ABS warning light In this case not only...

Page 159: ...with the warning light on even for one block It may ruin the engine f Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position and goes off after the engine st...

Page 160: ...as possible to service the vehicle D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi tion or remains on D The light comes on while you are driv ing A warning light turning o...

Page 161: ...on is turned to on D The light comes on while driving The TRAC OFF indicator light will come on when the VSC warning light comes on even if the TRAC OFF switch is not pushed m Low Windshield Washer Fl...

Page 162: ...OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock 127 Automatic transmission 128 Traction control system 135 Vehicle stability con...

Page 163: ...tion before pushing the key Vehicles with engine immobilizer system Once you remove the key the engine im mobilizer system is automatically set See Engine immobilizer system in Section 1 2 When starti...

Page 164: ...a Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster P Parking engine starting and key removal R Reverse N Neutral D Normal driving with overdrive on 2 Stronger engine brak...

Page 165: ...for running condi tions such as normal cruising hill climb ing hard towing etc Always turn the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving If the engine coolant temperature is low the tra...

Page 166: ...below for your reference 2 139 km h 86 mph L 76 km h 47 mph z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the 2 or L position This may cause severe automatic transmission dam age f...

Page 167: ...keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running This prevents the vehicle from creeping NOTICE Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade...

Page 168: ...selector lever pulled toward you a Selector lever The shift position is displayed on the in strument cluster P Parking engine starting and key removal R Reverse N Neutral D Normal driving with overdr...

Page 169: ...for running condi tions such as normal cruising hill climb ing hard towing etc Always turn the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving If the engine coolant temperature is low the tra...

Page 170: ...elow for your reference 2 139 km h 86 mph L 76 km h 47 mph z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the 2 or L position This may cause severe automatic transmission dam age fr...

Page 171: ...not shift the selector lever from the P position even though the brake pedal is depressed use the shift lock override button For instructions see If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector le...

Page 172: ...el vibration or noise in your vehicle caused by operation of the brakes This indicates the system is functioning properly The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is t...

Page 173: ...rns that there is a problem somewhere in the traction control system or the vehicle stability control system The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to ON and will go off after a few se...

Page 174: ...s operating you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury Reckless driv ing will result in an unexpected ac cident If the slip indicator light flashes and an alarm sounds spe...

Page 175: ...ile driving the system does not work However as con ventional braking operates when applied there is no problem to continue your driv ing In the following cases contact your Toyota dealer D The warnin...

Page 176: ...km h 25 mph with your foot off the accelerator pedal Your cruising speed can be maintained although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down gradient within the limits of engine perform...

Page 177: ...trol again push ON OFF button again to turn it on CAUTION To avoid accidental cruise control en gagement keep the cruise control system off when not using the cruise control SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED...

Page 178: ...SETTING TO A SLOWER SPEED Push COAST SET button and hold it Release the button when the desired speed is attained While the button is pushed the vehicle speed will gradually decrease When the differen...

Page 179: ...ALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U D The indicator light does not come on D The indicator light flashes again D The indicator light goes out after it comes on If this is the case contact your Toyota deale...

Page 180: ...VALON U L O 0408 144 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference 145 Using your audio system 145 Car audio system operating hints 165 SECTION...

Page 181: ...F Push PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Push AM FM TAPE or CD to turn on that function without pushing PWR VOL You can turn on each player by inserting a cassette tape or compact disc You c...

Page 182: ...UR RADIO ANTENNA Your vehicle has an antenna printed on the inside of the rear window NOTICE Attaching the film especially conduc tive or metallic type on the rear win dow will noticeably reduce the s...

Page 183: ...compact disc changer will play from track 1 through the end of the disc Then it will play from track 1 of the next disc The changer is intended for use with 12 cm 4 7 in discs only NOTICE z Do not st...

Page 184: ...VALON U L O 0408 148 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows Controls and features Type 1 Preset but...

Page 185: ...fast forward ing push the fast forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then...

Page 186: ...et into compact disc operation the display shows the track or track and disc number currently being played Each time you push CD the system changes to the automatic changer If the player malfunctions...

Page 187: ...s and begins to play the other side This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding PWR VOL Power and Volume Push PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Turn PWR VOL to adjust th...

Page 188: ...up the band stay there for 5 seconds and then move to the next pre set station To select a station push SCAN again To scan all the frequencies Quickly push and release SCAN If you hear a beep you hel...

Page 189: ...ack number will be reduced The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks remaining on the current cassette side D After the beginning of the tape is reached the pl...

Page 190: ...f TUNE to step up or down the station band Do this again to find another fre quency If you push and hold the or side of TUNE the radio will continue seeking up or down for frequencies and will stop at...

Page 191: ...04 AVALON U L O 0408 155 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U Details of specific buttons controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows Type 2 Preset buttons...

Page 192: ...scs push either side of the DISC but ton until the number of the disc you want to eject is displayed Push and release the eject button To eject all discs press and hold the eject button until you hear...

Page 193: ...eing played If the player or another unit equipped with the player malfunctions your audio system will display one of the six following error messages Error codes WAIT The compact disc player unit may...

Page 194: ...ple compact discs push and hold the button until you hear a beep when the audio system is on After push ing the button insert the first compact disc After the disc is loaded the shutter of the slot wi...

Page 195: ...S stations 32 program types are available as listed here By pushing this button RDS turns on in FM mode and RDS will be displayed If the program type search is not already performed the radio will sta...

Page 196: ...stronger signal station receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies even if RDS function is turned off RDS features are available for use only on FM stations which broadcast RDS in...

Page 197: ...his button again RPT Repeat Cassette Player Push while the track is playing will appear on the display When the track ends it will automatically rewind and replay To turn off the repeat feature push t...

Page 198: ...f all the discs in the magazine To select a track push SCAN again If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc it will stop scanning Scanning the first track of all the discs in the magazine Push...

Page 199: ...xample Found 19 RDS The radio will then display the se lected program type for 3 seconds for example ROCK After the program type has been displayed for 3 seconds the radio will display the program typ...

Page 200: ...fic will display If no traffic programs are found No Traf Info will display If the radio receives a traffic announce ment it will interrupt the cassette player or compact disc mode if either one was o...

Page 201: ...nce from the radio transmit ter They are often accompanied by distor tion Multi path FM signals are reflective making it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time If this happens...

Page 202: ...utside D Store cassettes in their cases and out of direct sunlight D Avoid using cassettes with a total play ing time longer than 100 minutes 50 minutes per side The tape used in these cassettes is th...

Page 203: ...Use only compact discs marked as shown above The following products may not be playable on your compact disc player Copy protected CD CD R CD Recordable CD RW CD Re writable CD ROM Special shaped dis...

Page 204: ...s on them particularly on the shiny side D Dirt scratches warping pin holes or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track To see a pin hole hold the disc up to...

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Page 206: ...LS Air conditioning system Manual air conditioning system Controls 171 Air flow selector settings 175 Operating tips 175 Automatic air conditioning system Controls 178 Air flow selector settings 182 O...

Page 207: ...emperature selector mainly for driver and secondarily for front passenger 2 Air intake selector 3 A C button 4 Temperature selector mainly for front passenger and secondarily for driver 5 Air flow sel...

Page 208: ...erature se lectors should generally only be used as independent temperature settings for the left and right D There are cases where one or both of the airflow temperatures may not accu rately correlat...

Page 209: ...ield position turns on the defog ging function with the purpose of clear ing the front view This position allows the air intake to select FRESH automatically This is to clean up the front view more qu...

Page 210: ...the A C button The A C button indicator will come on To turn the air conditioning off press the button again If the A C button indicator flashes there is a problem in the air conditioning system and t...

Page 211: ...because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield D Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through out the vehicle D On cold days se...

Page 212: ...k heating select recirculated air for a few minutes To keep the windows from fogging select fresh af ter the vehicle interior has been warmed D Press the A C button on for dehumidi fied heating D Choo...

Page 213: ...front view more quickly D On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield the difference be tween the outside and inside tempera tures could make the fogging worse Defrosting The outside of the...

Page 214: ...Only for the independent mode that display shows DUAL mainly for front passenger and secondarily for driver 8 MODE button air flow selector 9 Fan speed selector 10 Temperature selector At the independ...

Page 215: ...dent mode Temperatures can be set independently for the driver s seat and front passenger s seat DUAL will appear on the display to show that the indepen dent mode has been selected Linked mode The sa...

Page 216: ...mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents Use with the air intake selector posi tioned in FRESH For details about air flow selector settings see Air flow selector settings de scribed below Win...

Page 217: ...ati cally to FRESH depending on the condi tion of the air conditioning system For example when the ambient tempera ture is low the air intake mode may change automatically to FRESH This is not a malfu...

Page 218: ...because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield D Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through out the vehicle D On cold days se...

Page 219: ...igh temperature Air intake FRESH outside air Air flow FLOOR Air conditioning OFF D For quick heating select recirculated air for a few minutes To keep the windows from fogging select fresh af ter the...

Page 220: ...se of clearing the front view When pressing the windshield air flow but ton the air intake selects FRESH auto matically This is to clean up the front view more quickly If you want to return the settin...

Page 221: ...le interior while de frosting the windshield choose floor windshield air flow If air flow control is not satisfactory check the side vents The side vents may be opened or closed as shown The air condi...

Page 222: ...er replacement periodically Period of replacement expected For U S A Every 30000 miles For Canada Every 16000 km NOTE This is the normal maintenance period This may change depending on operating condi...

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Page 224: ...ign countries 215 Three way catalytic converters 215 Engine exhaust cautions 216 Facts about engine oil consumption 217 Iridium tipped spark plugs 218 Brake system 219 Brake pad wear limit indicators...

Page 225: ...ifications of ASTM D4814 in the U S A and CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada NOTICE Do not use leaded gasoline Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three way catalytic converter to lose its ef fectiveness and th...

Page 226: ...ellent vehicle perfor mance reduce vehicle emissions and im prove air quality OXYGENATES IN GASOLINE Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygenate content is up to 10 ethanol...

Page 227: ...lity of the cor rect fuel unleaded and minimum octane number The three way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the...

Page 228: ...le Remember your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle and its three way catalytic converter sys tem best z To ensure that the three way cata lytic converter and the entire emis sion control system operate...

Page 229: ...n a pis ton moves downwards in the cylinder High negative pressure generated when the vehicle is decelerating sucks some of this oil into the combustion chamber This oil as well as some part of the oi...

Page 230: ...t high speeds IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK One of the most important points in prop er vehicle maintenance is to keep the en gine oil at the optimum level so that oil function will not be impa...

Page 231: ...t is com pletely lost the brakes will still work But you will have to push the pedal hard much harder than nor mal And your braking distance will increase ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM with ABS warning light...

Page 232: ...g ve hicle control it is still important to drive with all due care and maintain a moderate speed and safe distance from the vehicle in front of you be cause there are limits to the vehicle stability...

Page 233: ...s If either of the following conditions oc curs this indicates a malfunction some where in the components monitored by the warning light system Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to servic...

Page 234: ...m h 3 mph For an explanation of this system s warn ing light see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers in Section 1 6 The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning n...

Page 235: ...se labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles The label is designed so that once it is applied to a surface any attempt...

Page 236: ...224 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U CAUTION Do not modify the suspension chassis with lift kits spacers springs etc It can cause dangerous handling charac teristics resulting in loss of control...

Page 237: ...location of the tread wear indicators For details see Checking and replacing tires in Section 7 2 4 Uniform tire quality grading For details see Uniform tire quali ty grading that follows 5 Tire ply...

Page 238: ...n flated For details about recom mended cold tire inflation pressure see Tires in Section 8 10 Summer tire or all season tire An all season tire has M S on the sidewall The tire not marked with M S is...

Page 239: ...ratio tire height to section width 4 Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal 5 Wheel diameter in inches 6 Load index 2 digits or 3 digits 7 Speed symbol alphabet with one letter 1 Section width 2...

Page 240: ...is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a speci fied government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1...

Page 241: ...educe tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C cor responds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Saf...

Page 242: ...h standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air conditioning and additional weight optional engine Intended outboard sidewall A the sidewall that con...

Page 243: ...s roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim Recommended inflation pressure cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer Rim a metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upo...

Page 244: ...weight distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for v...

Page 245: ...stimated average weight is 68 kg 150 lb per person Depending on the weight of each person the seat ing capacity given may exceed the total load capacity NOTICE Even if the number of occupants are with...

Page 246: ...eatback Such items may be thrown about and possibly in jure people in the vehicle dur ing sudden braking or an acci dent D Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel They may interf...

Page 247: ...e with the com bined weight of 166 kg 366 lb are riding in your vehicle with the total load capacity of 410 kg 900 lb with bucket type front seat or 475 kg 1050 lb with bench type front seat the avail...

Page 248: ...roads For driving on snow covered or icy roads we recommend using snow tires If installing snow tires be sure to replace all four tires 2 All season tires All season tires are designed to pro vide bet...

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Page 250: ...RTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine 239 How to start the engine 239 Tips for driving in various conditions 240 Winter driving tips 241 Dinghy towing 242 Trailer towing 24...

Page 251: ...or until driving off Before starting the engine be sure to fol low the instructions in a Before crank ing Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system sequen tial multiport fuel injec...

Page 252: ...r vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet To see whether they are wet check that there is no traffic near you and then press the pedal lightly If you do not feel a normal braking...

Page 253: ...ion 7 2 for details of coolant type selection For the U S A Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mixture of 50 coolant and 50 deionized water This coolant pro vides protection down to about 35_C 31_F F...

Page 254: ...raper bag of sand or salt flares small shovel jumper cables etc Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed with four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with fo...

Page 255: ...ent weight capacities established by the hitch manufacturer Even though the vehicle may be physically capa ble of towing a higher weight the operator must determine the maxi mum weight rating of the...

Page 256: ...g 40 in the rear HITCHES D Use only a hitch which is recom mended by the hitch manufacturer and conforms to the total trailer weight re quirement D Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufact...

Page 257: ...d by the trail er manufacturer in respect to the total trailer weight TRAILER LIGHTS D Trailer lights must comply with federal state provincial and local regulations See your local recreational vehicl...

Page 258: ...ittle at a time avoiding sharp or prolonged turning Have someone guide you when backing to reduce the risk of an acci dent D Because stopping distance may be in creased vehicle to vehicle distance sho...

Page 259: ...er performing the following 1 Apply the brakes and hold 2 Have someone place wheel blocks un der both the vehicle and trailer wheels 3 When the wheel blocks are in place release your brakes slowly unt...

Page 260: ...n a steady pace Try to time the traffic signals so you only need to stop as little as possible or take advantage of through streets to avoid traffic lights Keep a proper dis tance from other vehicles...

Page 261: ...Aug 04 Prod OM41412U CAUTION Never turn off the engine to coast down hills Your power steering and brake booster will not function with out the engine running Also the emission control system operates...

Page 262: ...start 251 If your engine stalls while driving 254 If your vehicle overheats 254 If you have a flat tire 255 If your vehicle becomes stuck 263 If your vehicle needs to be towed 264 If you cannot shift...

Page 263: ...qualified repair shop NOTICE Do not pull or push start the ve hicle It may damage the vehicle or cause a collision when the engine starts Also the three way catalytic converter may overheat and becom...

Page 264: ...ssible continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office D The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near Use only standardiz...

Page 265: ...arged battery Booster battery c Connect the clamp of the negative black jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery d Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative black jumper c...

Page 266: ...ection CAUTION If the engine is not running the pow er assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual If your engine coolant temperature gauge...

Page 267: ...the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot Serious injury could result from scalding hot fluid and steam blown out under pressure 6 After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal...

Page 268: ...to the one being changed if necessary D Make sure to set the jack prop erly in the jack point Raising the vehicle with jack improper ly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the ve hicle to...

Page 269: ...ze yourself with the use of the jack each of the tools and their storage locations To remove the jack turn the jack joint by hand until the jack becomes free To store the jack align the hole of the ja...

Page 270: ...rse order to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking 2 Block the wheel diagonally op posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up When blockin...

Page 271: ...nd of the handle and pull up on the han dle Be careful that the wrench does not slip off the nut Do not remove the nuts yet just un screw them about one half turn CAUTION Never use oil or grease on th...

Page 272: ...ose fit and turn it clockwise As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift double check that it is properly posi tioned CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the j...

Page 273: ...to come off while driving 8 Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin ger tight Reinstall the wheel nuts tapered end inward and tighten them as much as you can by hand Press back on the tire and see if you ca...

Page 274: ...sure all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground D Have the wheel nuts tightened with torque wrench to 103 N m 10 5 kgf m 76 ft l...

Page 275: ...e tire with it CAUTION Before driving make sure all the tools jack and flat tire are se curely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a colli sion or su...

Page 276: ...one by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser vice In consultation with them have your vehicle towed using either a or b Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or...

Page 277: ...ill be damaged during towing From rear Use a towing dolly under the front wheels NOTICE Never tow from the rear with the front wheels on the ground as this may cause serious damage to the trans missio...

Page 278: ...r chain The eyelets and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage NOTICE Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for use in towing vehicles Securely fasten the cable o...

Page 279: ...itions even though the brake pedal is de pressed use the shift lock override but ton as follows 1 Turn the ignition key to LOCK position Make sure the parking brake is applied 2 Pry up the cover with...

Page 280: ...you using their special tools If you must break a window to get in we suggest breaking the smallest side window be cause it is the least expensive to replace Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from t...

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Page 282: ...4 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 271 Washing and waxing your Toyota 272 Cleani...

Page 283: ...per ventilation The above signifies the necessity to keep your vehicle particularly the underside as clean as possible and to repair any dam age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible To...

Page 284: ...may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts Wash your vehicle as soon as pos sible D When driving in a coastal area D When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze D When exp...

Page 285: ...if the vehicle surface does not repel water well 1 Always wash and dry the vehicle be fore you begin waxing even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax 2 Use a good quality polish and wax If the...

Page 286: ...instructions and follow them closely Seat belts The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with lukewarm water Use a cloth or sponge As you are clean ing check the belts for excessive...

Page 287: ...acid solutions for clean ing the leather as these could cause discoloring z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth etc may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather z Mildew may develop o...

Page 288: ...hicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements 277 General maintenance 278 Does your vehicle need repairing 280 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance I M programs 281 For scheduled maintenance inf...

Page 289: ...e Guide or Owner s Manual Supplement It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied The owner may elect to use no...

Page 290: ...hese checks only with ade quate ventilation if you run the en gine IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Items listed below should be checked from time to time e g each time when refueling Washer fluid Make sure...

Page 291: ...dal Check the pedal for smooth operation and that the pedal has the proper clearance Check the brake booster function Brakes In a safe place check that the brakes do not pull to one side when applied...

Page 292: ...l D Change in exhaust sound This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked im mediately D Flat looking tire excessive tire squeal wh...

Page 293: ...ss codes have not been set in the OBD system Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving However when the battery is disconnected or run down the codes are erased Also depending on y...

Page 294: ...2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 283 Fuse locations 284 Do it yourself service precautions 285 Positioning the jack 287 Parts...

Page 295: ...Engine coolant reservoir 2 Power steering fluid reservoir 3 Engine oil level dipstick 4 Engine oil filler cap 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Fuse blocks 7 Battery 8 Radiator 9 Electric cooling fans 10 Cond...

Page 296: ...04 AVALON U L O 0408 284 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U Spare fuses Fuse locations...

Page 297: ...plugs may also be hot D If the engine is hot do not remove the radiator cap or loosen the drain plugs to prevent burning yourself D Do not leave anything that may burn easily such as paper or rags in...

Page 298: ...ada z If you spill some of the coolant be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint z Do not allow dirt or anything else to fall through the spark plug holes z Do n...

Page 299: ...n a level firm ground firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in P Block the wheels on the opposite side of the jack up point if neces sary D Make sure to set the jack properly in the ja...

Page 300: ...oolant and 50 deion ized water for the U S A or 55 coolant and 45 deionized water for Canada Tools D Funnel only for adding coolant CHECKING BRAKE FLUID Parts if level is low D SAE J1703 or FMVSS No 1...

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Page 302: ...evel 291 Checking the engine coolant level 293 Checking the radiator and condenser 294 Checking brake fluid 295 Checking power steering fluid 295 Checking tire inflation pressure 296 Checking and repl...

Page 303: ...touch the hot ex haust manifold NOTICE Be careful not to drop engine oil on the vehicle components If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level add engine oil of the same type as al...

Page 304: ...y the following grade and viscosity Oil grade API grade SL Energy Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity SAE 5W 30 Outside temperature SAE 5W 30 is the best choice for good fu...

Page 305: ...le which has been specifically tested and approved for all Toyota engines Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur ther details about Toyota Genuine Motor Oil Look at the see through coolant reser vo...

Page 306: ...ter This coolant pro vides protection down to about 42_C 44_F NOTICE Do not use plain water alone Toyota recommends Toyota Super Long Life Coolant which has been tested to ensure that it will not caus...

Page 307: ...d excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking CAUTION Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes flush t...

Page 308: ...n it clockwise After replacing the reser voir cap visually check the steering box case vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage CAUTION The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to bur...

Page 309: ...e smaller tire size can gain pressure very quickly Add com pressed air in small quantities and check the pressure often until it reaches the specified pressure D Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation...

Page 310: ...on pressure may waste fuel reduce the comfort of driv ing reduce tire life and make your ve hicle less safe to drive If a tire frequently needs refilling have it checked by your Toyota deal er CAUTION...

Page 311: ...of skidding The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm 0 16 in If you have tire damage such as cuts splits cracks deep enough to expose the fabric or bulges indi cating...

Page 312: ...on Label For details about the side wall of the tire and the Certification Label CAUTION Observe the following instruc tions Otherwise an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries D Do...

Page 313: ...ce schedule For scheduled maintenance infor mation please refer to the Sched uled Maintenance Guide or Own er s Manual Supplement However the most appropriate tim ing for tire rotation may vary ac cor...

Page 314: ...and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle control When storing removed tires you should store them in a cool dry place Mark the direction of rotation and be sure to install them in the same dir...

Page 315: ...slip off the wheel or cause loss of handling control WHEEL SELECTION When replacing wheels care should be taken to ensure that the wheels are re placed by ones with the same load ca pacity diameter ri...

Page 316: ...that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km 1000 miles D When using tire chains be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels D Use only Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your al...

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Page 318: ...from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 307 Battery recharging precautions 308 Checking and replacing fuses 309 Adding washer fluid 310 R...

Page 319: ...l pain or burning get medi cal attention immediately D If electrolyte gets on your clothes there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin so immediate ly take off the exposed clothing and...

Page 320: ...ta dealer Clear or light yellow Red Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer During recharging the battery is pro ducing hydrogen gas Therefore before recharging 1 If recharging with the battery ins...

Page 321: ...n the illustration If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good If the fuse has blown push a new fuse into the clip Only install a fus...

Page 322: ...e This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores Follow the manufacturer s directions for how much to mix with water NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substi...

Page 323: ...tact your Toyota dealer Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Headlights low beam 9006 51 A Headlights high beam 9005 60 B Front fog lights 9006 51 A Front turn signal parking lights 1157NA 27 8 C Rear turn sign...

Page 324: ...while depress ing the lock release If the connector is tight wiggle it 2 Turn the bulb and remove it 3 Install a new bulb and the connector into the mounting hole Aiming is not necessary after replaci...

Page 325: ...OTICE Do not try to replace the front fog or front turn signal parking light bulbs by yourself You may damage the ve hicle Use a flat bladed screwdriver which is wrapped with a cloth a Rear turn signa...

Page 326: ...04 AVALON U L O 0408 314 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations Removing cover clips Installing cover clips Tail lights...

Page 327: ...4 AVALON U L O 0408 315 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations Removing cover clips Installing cover clips License plate light...

Page 328: ...04 AVALON U L O 0408 316 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U High mounted stoplight type A High mounted stoplight type B...

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Page 330: ...04 AVALON U L O 0408 318 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights 319 Engine 319 Fuel 320 Service specifications 320 Tires 322 Fuses 323 SECTION 8...

Page 331: ...82 8 Overall length mm in 4865 191 5 Overall width mm in 1820 71 7 Overall height mm in 1465 57 7 1 Wheelbase mm in 2720 107 0 Front tread mm in 1550 61 0 Rear tread mm in 1525 60 0 1 Unladen vehicle...

Page 332: ...GK IFR6A11 Spark plug gap mm in 1 1 0 043 Drive belt tension measured with Borroughs drive belt tension gauge No BT 33 73F used belt Ibf Generator belt 88 22 Power steering pump belt 115 20 ENGINE LUB...

Page 333: ...12 6 12 8 V Fully charged 12 2 12 4 V Half charged 11 8 12 0 V Discharged Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all the lights turned off Charging rates 5 A max AUTOMATIC TR...

Page 334: ...2 2 32 220 2 2 32 P205 60R16 91H 240 2 4 35 240 2 4 35 When driving under the above vehicle load conditions at sustained high speeds above 160 km h 100 mph in countries where such speeds are permitte...

Page 335: ...beam 5 ABS NO 4 5 A Vehicle stability control system 6 DRL 7 5 A Daytime running light sys tem 7 SPARE 30 A Spare fuse 8 SPARE 15 A Spare fuse Instrument panel 9 SPARE 25 A Spare fuse 10 SPARE 10 A S...

Page 336: ...ger 31 GAUGE NO 1 10 A Vehicle stability control system rear window defogger cruise control system shift lock sys tem anti lock brake system auto anti glare inside rear view mirror automatic light con...

Page 337: ...ti lock brake system cruise control system multi in formation display theft deterrent sys tem vehicle stability control system meters multiplex communication sys tem 53 CIG 15 A Cigarette lighter 54 D...

Page 338: ...04 AVALON U L O 0408 327 2004 AVALON from Aug 04 Prod OM41412U REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U S owners Reporting safety defects for U S owners 328 SECTION 9...

Page 339: ...may open an investiga tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ve hicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems be...

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