2001 TOYOTA AVALON oil level

EM-80
- ENGINE MECHANICALENGINE UNIT
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(d) Install the support stay with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 33 N´m (330 kgf´cm, 24 ft´lbf)
18. INSTALL RADIATOR (See page CO-22)
19. INSTALL CRUISE CONTROL ACTUATOR
20. INSTALL AIR CLEANER CAP ASSEMBLY AND AIR
CLEANER CASE
21. CONNECT ACCELERATOR CABLE
22. INSTALL V-BANK COVER
(a) Using a 5 mm hexagon wrench, install the V-bank cover
with the 3 cap nuts.
(b) Press down the V-bank cover fastener.
23. INSTALL ENGINE FENDER APRON SEALS
24. INSTALL BATTERY TRAY AND BATTERY
25. INSTALL HOOD
26. FILL ENGINE WITH OIL
27. FILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT
28. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
29. PERFORM ROAD TEST
Check for abnormal noise, shock, slippage, correct shift points
and smooth operation.
30. RECHECK ENGINE COOLANT AND OIL LEVELS

B00319
Recommended Viscosity (SAE):
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE10W-30
5W-30 PREFERRED°C °F
-20
-290
-1820
-740
460
1680
27100
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LU0G0-02
B08674SST
B08675
Oil Pressure
Gauge
- LUBRICATIONOIL AND FILTER
LU-1
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OIL AND FILTER
INSPECTION
1. CHECK ENGINE OIL QUALITY
Check the oil for deterioration, entry of water, discoloring or thin-
ning.
If the quality is visibly poor, replace the oil.
Oil grade:
API grade SJ, Energy-Conserving or ILSAC multi-
grade engine oil.
SAE 5W - 30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for
good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weath-
er.
2. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
After warm up the engine and then 5 minutes after the engine
stop, oil level should be between the low level and full level
marks on the dipstick.
If low, check for leakage and add oil up to the full level mark.
NOTICE:
Do not fill with engine oil above the full level mark.
3. REMOVE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH, AND INSTALL
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
(a) Using SST, remove the oil pressure switch.
SST 09816-30010
(b) Install the oil pressure gauge.
4. WARM UP ENGINE
Allow the engine to warm up to normal operating temperature.
5. CHECK OIL PRESSURE
Oil pressure:
At idle29 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 4.3 psi) or more
At 3,000 rpm294 - 539 kPa (3.0 - 5.5 kgf/cm2, 43 - 78 psi)

LU-4
- LUBRICATIONOIL AND FILTER
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3. REFILL WITH ENGINE OIL
(a) Clean and install the oil drain plug with a new gasket.
Torque: 45 N´m (460 kgf´cm, 33 ft´lbf)
(b) Fill with fresh engine oil.
Capacity:
Drain and refill w/ Oilfilter change
w/o Oilfilter change4.7 liters (5.0 US qts, 4.1 lmp. qts)
4.5 liters (4.8 US qts, 4.0 lmp. qts)
Dry fill5.2 liters (5.5 US qts, 4.6 lmp. qts)
(c) Install the oil filler cap.
4. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR OIL LEAKS
5. RECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

LU-18
- LUBRICATIONOIL PUMP
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9. INSTALL ADJUSTING STRUT AND PS PUMP DRIVE
BELT
(a) Temporarily install the adjusting strut with the bolt and nut.
(b) Install the drive belt with the pivot and adjusting bolts.
Torque: 43.1 N´m (440 kgf´cm, 32 ft´lbf)
(c) Tighten the nut.
Torque: 43.1 N´m (440 kgf´cm, 32 ft´lbf)
10. INSTALL A/C COMPRESSOR (See page EM-77)
11. INSTALL GENERATOR (See page CH-1)
12. INSTALL RH FENDER APRON SEAL
13. INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE (See page EM-77)
14. INSTALL RH FRONT WHEEL
15. FILL ENGINE WITH OIL
16. START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
17. RECHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

MA003-12
MA-4
- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
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UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item an cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the ºFULLº and ºLOWº lines on the see-through reservoir.
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.
6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check that the brake fluid level is near the upper level line on the see-through reservoirs.
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELTS
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

Check the level.

The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDº range depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, shift the selector into all positions from ºPº to ºLº,
and then shift into ºPº position.
(c) Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag. Re-insert the dipstick and check that the
fluid level is in the ºHOTº range.
(d) Do this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 - 80°C, 158 - 176°F).
HINT:
Wait until the engine cools down (approx. 30 min.) before checking the fluid level after extended driving at
high speeds, in hot weather, in heavy traffic or pulling a trailer.
11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the cause located
and corrected.

PP0B4-01
- PREPARATIONBODY ELECTRICAL
PP-55
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EQUIPMENT
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Ohmmeter
Test lead
ThermometerEngine oil level warning switch, Seat heater
SyphonBrake fluid level warning switch
Oil bathEngine oil level warning switch
Bulb (3 W)Fuel sender gauge
Bulb (3.4 W)Seat belt warning relay
Bulb (21 W)Turn signal flasher relay
Dry cell batteryFuel sender gauge
Heat lightSeat heater
Torque wrench
Masking tapeRear window defogger wire
Tin foilRear window defogger wire

SS0G9-03
SS-32
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSTEERING
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STEERING
SERVICE DATA
DRIVE BELT
Drive belt tension* New belt120 - 185 lbf
Drive belt tension* Used belt95 - 135 lbf
POWER STEERING FLUID
Fluid level rise Maximum5 mm (0.20 in.)
Fluid pressure at idle speed with valve closed Minimum7,845 kPa (80 kgf/cm2, 1,138 psi)
STEERING WHEEL
Steering wheel freeplayMaximum30 mm (1.18 in.)
Steering effort at idle speedReference5.9 N´m (60 kgf´cm, 52 in.´lbf)
POWER STEERING VANE PUMP
Vane pump rotating torque0.3 N´m (2.8 kgf´cm, 2.4 in.´lbf) or less
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushing STD0.03 - 0.05 mm (0.0012 - 0.0020 in.)
Oil clearance between pump shaft and bushingMaximum0.07 mm (0.0028 in.)
Vane plate heightMinimum8.6 mm (0.339 in.)
Vane plate thickness Minimum1.397 mm (0.0550 in.)
Vane plate lengthMinimum14.991 mm (0.5902 in.)
Clearance between the rotor groove and plateMaximum0.035 mm (0.0014 in.)
Vane plate length Pump rotor and cam ring mark
None14.999 - 15.001 mm (0.59051 - 0.59059 in.)
114.997 - 14.999 mm (0.59043 - 0.59051 in.)
214.995 - 14.997 mm (0.59035 - 0.59043 in.)
314.993 - 14.995 mm (0.59027 - 0.59035 in.)
414.991 - 14.993 mm (0.59020 - 0.59027 in.)
Spring free length Minimum32.3 mm (1.272 in.)
POWER STEERING GEAR
Steering rack runout Maximum0.03 mm (0.0012 in.)
Total preload (Control valve rotating torque)0.8 - 1.4 N´m (8 - 14 kgf´cm, 6.9 - 12.2 in.´lbf)
*: For use with belt tension gauge

R11740
HOT
COLD
SR0EF-04
R11741
Normal Abnormal
R11786Engine Idling
Engine Stopped 5 mm (0.20 in.)
or less
- STEERINGPOWER STEERING FLUID
SR-5
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INSPECTION
1. CHECK FLUID LEVEL
(a) Keep the vehicle level.
(b) With the engine stopped, check the fluid level in the oil
reservoir.
If necessary, add fluid.
Fluid: ATF DEXRON® II or III
HINT:
Check that the fluid level is within the HOT LEVEL range on the
reservoir. If the fluid is cold, check that it is within the COLD
LEVEL range.
(c) Start the engine and run it at idle.
(d) Turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times to
boost fluid temperature.
Fluid temperature: 80°C (176°F)
(e) Check for foaming or emulsification.
If there is foaming or emulsification, bleed power steering sys-
tem (See page SR-4).
(f) With the engine idling, measure the fluid level in the oil
reservoir.
(g) Stop the engine.
(h) Wait a few minutes and remeasure the fluid level in the oil
reservoir.
Maximum fluid level rise: 5 mm (0.20 in.)
If a problem is found, bleed power steering system (See page
SR-4).
(i) Check the fluid level.