2001 TOYOTA AVALON parking brake

- MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
MA-3
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13. ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching.
14. BRAKE PEDAL (See page BR-6)
(a) Check the pedal for smooth operation.
(b) Check that the pedal has the proper reserve distance and free-play.
(c) Check the brake booster function.
15. BRAKES
At a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side when applied.
16. PARKING BRAKE (See page BR-9)
(a) Check that the parking brake pedal has the proper travel.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied.
17. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ºPARKº MECHANISM
(a) Check the lock release mechanism of the selector lever for proper and smooth operation.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in ºPº position and all
brakes released.

MA003-12
MA-4
- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
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.

SS0FS-03
SS-30
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSBRAKE
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BRAKE
SERVICE DATA
Brake pedal height (from asphalt sheet)153.3 - 163.3 mm (6.035 - 6.429 in.)
Brake pedal freeplay1 - 6 mm (0.04 - 0.24 in.)
Brake pedal reserve distance at 490 N (50 kgf, 110.2 lbf)More than 75 mm (3.0 in.)
Brake booster push rod to piston clearance (w/ SST)0 mm (0 in.)
Front brake pad thickness STD
Minimum11.0 mm (0.433 in.)
1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
Front brake disc thickness STD
Minimum28.0 mm (1.102 in.)
26.0 mm (1.024 in.)
Front brake disc runout Maximum0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)
Rear brake pad thickness STD
Minimum10.0 mm (0.394 in.)
1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
Rear brake disc thickness STD
Minimum12.0 mm (0.472 in.)
10.5 mm (0.413 in.)
Rear brake disc runout Maximum0.15 mm (0.0059 in.)
Rear brake disc inside diameter STD
Maximum170 mm (6.69 in.)
171 mm (6.73 in.)
Parking brake shoe lining thickness STD
Minimum2.0 mm (0.079 in.)
1.0 mm (0.039 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel at 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf)3 - 6 clicks
Parking brake clearance between rear shoe and leverLess than 0.35 mm (0.0138 in.)
Parking brake adjusting shim thickness
0.3 mm (0.012 in.)
0.6 mm (0.024 in.)
0.9 mm (0.035 in.)

SS0FT-05
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSBRAKE
SS-31
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TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightenedN´mkgf´cmft´lbf
Master cylinder x Piston stopper bolt w/o VSC101007
Master cylinder x Reservoir1.717.515.2 in.´lbf
Master cylinder x Brake booster131309
Brake line union nut 10 mm
12 mm15
20155
20011
15
Brake booster clevis lock nut2526019
Brake booster x Pedal bracket131309
Brake pedal x Pedal bracket3940029
Front brake caliper installation bolt3435025
Bleeder plug8.38574 in.´lbf
Front brake torque plate x Steering knuckle1071,09079
Front brake caliper x Flexible hose2930022
Flexible hose x Shock absorber bracket2930022
Rear brake caliper installation bolt3435025
Rear brake caliper x Flexible hose2930022
Rear brake torque plate x Rear axle carrier4747534
Parking brake pedal bracket x Body6162045
ABS actuator x ABS actuator bracket131309
ABS actuator x ECU3.03127 in.´lbf
ABS & VSC actuator x Actuator bracket131309
ABS (& VSC) actuator bracket x Body1919514
Front speed sensor installation bolt8.08271 in.´lbf
Rear speed sensor installation bolt8.08271 in.´lbf
ABS speed sensor harness clamp bolt5.45548 in.´lbf
Precharge pump x Precharge pump bracket Bolt
Nut8.0
1382
13071 in.´lbf
9
Precharge pump brackt x Body1919514
Precharge pump x Master cylinder pressure sensor8183060

SS04X-06
SS-28
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSUSPENSION AND AXLE
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TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightenedN´mkgf´cmft´lbf
FRONT AXLE
Hub nut1031,05076
Tie rod end lock nut7475054
Steering knuckle x Shock absorber2112,150156
Steering knuckle x Brake caliper1071,09079
Steering knuckle x Tie rod end4950036
Axle hub x Drive shaft2943,000217
Lower ball joint x Lower suspension arm1271,30094
Lower ball joint x Steering knuckle1231,25090
Steering knuckle x Dust cover8.38574 in.´lbf
ABS speed sensor set bolt8.08271 in.´lbf
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
Drive shaft center bearing lock bolt3233024
FRONT SUSPENSION
Suspension support x Body8082059
Suspension support x Piston rod4950036
Flexible hose and ABS speed sensor wire harness x Shock absorber2930022
Lower suspension arm set bolt2062,100152
Stabilizer bar bracket x Suspension member1919514
Stabilizer bar link set nut3940029
REAR AXLE
Hub nut1031,05076
Brake caliper x Rear axle carrier4747534
Axle hub set bolt8082059
Shock absorber x Rear axle carrier New nut
Reused nut (Apply engine oil to the threads.)255
1962,600
2,000188
145
No. 1, No. 2 lower suspension arm x Rear axle carrier1811,850134
Strut rod x Rear axle carrier11 31,15083
ABS speed sensor set bolt8.08271 in.´lbf
REAR SUSPENSION
ABS speed sensor wire harness x Shock absorber5.45548 in.´lbf
Flexible hose x Shock absorber2930022
Rear seat belt set bolt4142030
Rear seatback set bolt1818513
Suspension support x Body3940029
Suspension support x Piston rod4950036
Center exhaust pipe set bolt4344032
Parking brake cable set bolt5.45548 in.´lbf
No. 2 lower suspension arm lock nut5657041
No. 1, No. 2 lower suspension arm x Suspension member1811,850134
Strut rod x Body11 31,15083
Suspension member x Body5152038
Suspension member lower stopper x Body3839028

SA0VF-02
F07385
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf) : Specified torque
Non-reusable part

38 (390, 28)
51 (520, 38)
51 (520, 38)
56 (570, 41)
181 (1,850, 134)
19 (195, 14)
181 (1,850, 134)
113 (1,150, 83)
5.4 (55, 48 in.´lbf)
113 (1,150, 83)
43 (440, 32)
Suspension Member Lower Stopper Suspension Member Lower Stopper
Suspension Member
Adjusting
TubeStabilizer
Bar Bracket
Suspension
Arm Washer
No. 2 Lower Suspension Arm
No. 1 Lower Suspension Arm
Parking Brake Cable
Strut Rod
Heated Oxygen
Sensor

Gasket Tailpipe
Center Exhaust Pipe

GasketSuspension Member Upper Stopper43 (440, 32)
SA-56
- SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM AND STRUT ROD
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REAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM AND STRUT ROD
COMPONENTS

SA0VG-02
W03216
W03217
Rear
F06465A
A B
B
- SUSPENSION AND AXLEREAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM AND STRUT ROD
SA-57
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
REMOVAL
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
Torque: 103 N´m (1,050 kgf´cm, 76 ft´lbf)
2. REMOVE CENTER EXHAUST PIPE
3. REMOVE STRUT ROD
(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the parking brake cable.
Torque: 5.4 N´m (55 kgf´cm, 48 in.´lbf)
(b) Remove the 2 bolts and nuts.
Torque: 113 N´m (1,150 kgf´cm, 83 ft´lbf)
NOTICE:
Do not turn the nut.
HINT:
At the time of installation, after stabilizing the suspension,
torque the bolts.
(c) Remove the strut rod.
4. REMOVE NO. 2 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
(a) Remove the 3 nuts, suspension arm washer and washer.
Torque: 181 N´m (1,850 kgf´cm, 134 ft´lbf)
HINT:
At the time of installation, after stabilizing the suspension,
torque the nuts.
(b) Remove the No. 2 lower suspension arm.
HINT:
At the time of installation, face the paint mark to the rearward.
5. REMOVE STABILIZER BAR BRACKETS
(See page SA-63)
6. REMOVE NO. 1 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
(a) Support the suspension member with a jack.
(b) Remove the 4 nuts, 2 bolts and 8 suspension member
stoppers.
Torque:
A: 51 N´m (520 kgf´cm, 38 ft´lbf)
B: 38 N´m (390 kgf´cm, 28 ft´lbf)
(c) Lower the suspension member.