Toyota AVALON 2008, Quick Reference Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AVALON_U_(L/O_0802)
CAUTION
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.
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When working on the engine compartment
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Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
l
Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
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Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
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Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
l Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Items Parts and tools
Fuses (
→
P. 344)
• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Headlight aim (
→
P. 353) • Phillips-head screwdriver
Power steering fluid level
(
→
P. 316)
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
®
II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Clean funnel
Radiator and condenser (
→
P. 314)
⎯
Tire inflation pressure (
→
P. 331)
• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (
→
P. 321)
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
• Funnel