1996 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual

11. HEAD HI (RH) 15 A: Right-hand headlight (high beam) 12. ALT-S 5 A: Charging system

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Engine compartment 13. AM2 30 A: Gauge and meters, SRS airbag system, Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system, starter system 14. ECU-B 5 A: Cruise control system, air conditioning control system 15. 15 A: Spare fuse 16. 30 A: Spare fuse 17. TEL 15 A: No circuit 18. HEAD LO (LH) 10 A: Left-hand headlight (low beam) 19. HEAD LO (RH) 10 A: Right-hand headlight (low beam) 20. RAD NO.1 15 A: Audio system 21. FOG 15 A: No circuit

Engine compartment (Canada only) 22. DRL 5 A: Daytime running light sys- tem 23. SRS 5 A: SRS airbag system 24. IGN 5 A: Gauge and meters, SRS air- bag system, Multiport fuel injection sys- tem/sequential multiport fuel injection system 25. SEAT HEATER 20 A: Seat heater 26. TURN 7.5 A: Turn signal lights, emer- gency flasher 27. ECU-IG 10 A: Cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, shift lock system, power antenna, power door lock system, electric cooling fan 28. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wipers and washer, headlight cleaner

Instrument panel 29. GAUGE 7.5 A: Gauge and meter, back-up lights, interior lights, charging system, electronically controlled auto- matic transmission system, cruise control system, power door lock system, service reminder indicators and warning buzzer, automatic light control system, daytime running light system 30. TAIL 15 A: Parking lights, license plate lights, tail lights, front side marker lights 31. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, cruise con- trol system, high mounted stoplight, anti- lock brake system, shift lock system, mul- tiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system

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35. HEATER 10 A: Air conditioning con- trol system, rear window defogger, starter system 36. STARTER 5 A: Starter system 37. A.C 10 A: Air conditioning control system Fuses (type B) 38. MAIN 40 A: “HEAD (LH)”, “HEAD HI (LH)”, “HEAD (RH)” and “HEAD HI (RH)” fuses 39. RDI 30 A: Electric cooling fan 40. CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fan 41. DOOR 30 A: Power door lock sys- tem, power seat 42. RR DEF 40 A: Rear window defogger 43. POWER 30 A: Power window, elec- tric moon roof Fuses (type C) 44. ALT 120 A: Charging system 45. AM1 80 A: “RR DEF”, “DOOR”, “POWER”, “TAIL”, “PANEL”, “DEF I/UP”, “SEAT HEATER”, “SRS” and “STOP” fuses 46. ABS 60 A: Anti-lock brake system 47. IG SW 40 A: “CIG/RADIO” and “GAUGE” fuses 48. HTR 50 A: “A.C.” fuse

Passenger’s side kick panel 32. PANEL 5 A: Gauge and meter, Audio system, cigarette lighter, glovebox light, clock, electronically controlled automatic transmission system, air conditioning control system, service reminder indica- tors, turn signal lights, emergency flasher, headlight cleaner, seat heater 33. DEF I/UP 5 A: No circuit 34. CIG/RADIO 15 A: Cigarette lighter, interior lights, clock, SRS airbag system, shift lock system, power antenna, elec- tronically controlled automatic transmis- sion system, air conditioning control sys- tem, theft deterrent system, outside rear view mirror control system, Audio system, service reminder indicators

ignition system,

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Part 9
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

(cid:1) Reporting safety defects for

U.S. owners

(cid:1) Uniform tire quality grading

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the Na- tional Highway Traffic Safety Ad- ministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1- 800- 331- 4331). similar If NHTSA it may open an complaints, investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

receives

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA. U.S. Department of Transportation. Washington D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a tire that is proper- ly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Traction A, B, C—The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified govern- ment test surfaces of asphalt and con- crete. A tire marked C may have poor trac- tion performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. Temperature A, B, C—The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, rep- resenting the tire’s resistance to the gen- eration of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specific indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degener- ate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire fail- ure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Ve- hicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of perfor- mance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

Uniform tire quality grading This information has been prepared in ac- cordance with regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- tration of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. It provides the purchasers and/ or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. DOT quality grades—All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. These quality grades are molded on the sidewall. Treadwear—The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under con- trolled conditions on a specified govern- ment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

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Foreword

Welcome to the growing group of value-conscious people who drive Toyotas. We are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we build. This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring. When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality mainte- nance and any other assistance you may require.

Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also. All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improve- ment, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION

(cid:1) 1996 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.

New vehicle warranty

Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: (cid:2) New vehicle warranty (cid:2) Emission control systems warranty (cid:2) Others

For further information, please refer to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.

Your responsiblity for maintenance

It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the specified maintenance is performed. Part 6 gives de- tails of these maintenance requirements. Also in- cluded in Part 6 is general maintenance. For sched- uled maintenance information, please refer to the separate “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Mainte- nance Schedule”.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non genuine spare parts and acces- sories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible either for their performance, repair or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non genuine Toyota products. Modification with non genuine Toyo- ta products could affect its performance, safety or du- rability, and may even violate governmental regula- tions. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag devices in your Toyota contain explo- sive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the air- bags left as they are, it may cause an accident such as a fire. Be sure to have the SRS airbag system re- moved and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your ve- hicle.

Spark ignition system of your

Toyota

The spark ignition system of your Toyota meets all re- quirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard.

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, antilock brake system and SRS airbag system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary mea- sures or special instructions regarding installation.

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Quick index (cid:1) If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on (cid:1) If your vehicle will not start (cid:1) If your engine stalls while driving (cid:1) If your vehicle overheats (cid:1) If you have a flat tire (cid:1) If your vehicle needs to be towed (cid:1) Tips for driving during break- in period (cid:1) How to start the engine (cid:1) General maintenance (cid:1) Complete index Gas station information Fuel type: UNLEADED GASOLINE, Research Octane Number 91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of premium unleaded gasoline with a Research Octane Number of 96 (Octane Rating 91) or higher is recommended. See page 113 for detailed information. Fuel tank capacity:

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70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. gal.)

Engine oil:

API SH, “Energy- Conserving II” multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. See page 168 for detailed information.

Automatic transmission fluid:

Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON- ll

Tire information: See pages 171 through 174. Tire pressure: See page 192.

Publication No. OM22481U Part No. 01999-22481
Printed in Japan 09- 9901- 02