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P00495
Outside
Inside
- DIAGNOSTICSENGINE
DI-9
165 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
NO Proceed to page ST-18, and continue to trouble-
shoot.
YES
3 Does engine start?
NO Go to step 7.
YES
4 Check air filter.
PREPARATION:
Remove the air filter.
CHECK:
Visually check that the air filter is not dirty or excessive oily.
HINT:
If necessary, clean the air filter with compressed air. First blow
from inside thoroughly, then blow from outside of the air filter.
NG Repair or replace.
OK
5 Check idle speed.
PREPARATION:
(a) Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
(b) Switch off all the accessories.
(c) Switch off the A/C.
(d) Shift the transmission into the N position.
(e) Connect the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester to the DLC3 on the vehicle.
CHECK:
Use the CURRENT DATA to check the idle speed.
OK:
Idle speed: 650 - 750 rpm
NG Proceed to problem symptoms table on page
DI-22.
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MA003-12
MA-4
- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
46 Author: Date:
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.
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PP0M1-02
PP-28
- PREPARATIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
78 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
SST (Special Service Tools)
09223-15020Oil Seal & Bearing Replacer
09308-00010Oil Seal PullerSide gear shaft oil seal
09316-6001 1Transmission & Transfer Bearing
ReplacerRH side bearing
(09316-0001 1)Replacer PipeRH side gear shaft oil seal
09350-32014TOYOTA Automatic Transmission
Tool Set
(09351-32010)One-way Clutch Test Tool
(09351-32020)Stator Stopper
(09351-32130)Handle
09992-00095Automatic Transmission Oil
Pressure Gauge SetLine pressure
(09992-00231)Adaptor CLine pressure
(09992-00271)Gauge AssyLine pressure
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SS0EG-02
- SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSENGINE MECHANICAL
SS-9
125 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
TORQUE SPECIFICATION
Part tightenedN´mkgf´cmft´lbf
Timing belt plate x Oil pump88069 in.´lbf
No.1 idler pulley x Oil pump3435025
No.2 idler pulley x No.2 idler pulley bracket4344032
Camshaft timing pulley x Camshaft
for SST125
881,300
90094
65
Timing belt tensioner x Oil pump2728020
RH engine mounting bracket x Cylinder block2829021
No.2 timing belt cover x No.3 timing belt cover8.58574 in.´lbf
No.1 timing belt cover x Oil pump8.58574 in.´lbf
Crankshaft pulley x Crankshaft2152,200159
No.2 generator bracket x Engine RH mounting bracket2829021
Cylinder head x Cylinder block 12 pointed head 1st
2nd
Recessed head54
Turn 90°
18.5550
Turn 90°
18540
Turn 90°
13
Camshaft bearing cap x Cylinder head1616012
Cylinder head cover x Cylinder head88069 in.´lbf
Exhaust manifold x Cylinder head4950036
Exhaust manifold stay x Exhaust manifold California
Except California34
20350
20025
15
Exhaust manifold stay x Transmission housing California
Except California34
20350
20025
15
No.1 EGR pipe x RH exhaust manifold121209
No.1 EGR pipe x EGR cooler121209
PS pump bracket x RH cylinder head4344032
Oil dipstick guide x LH cylinder head88069 in.´lbf
Water inlet pipe x LH cylinder head19.520014
Cylinder head rear plate x LH cylinder head88069 in.´lbf
No.3 timing belt cover x Cylinder head8.58574 in.´lbf
Water outlet x Intake manifold1515011
Fuel inlet hose x Fuel filter2930021
Intake manifold x Cylinder head1515011
Air intake chamber x Intake manifold4344032
No.2 EGR pipe x Air intake chamber121209
No.2 EGR pipe x EGR cooler121209
No.1 engine hanger x Air intake chamber3940029
No.1 engine hanger x RH cylinder head3940029
Air intake chamber stay x Air intake chamber19.520014
Air intake chamber stay x RH cylinder head19.520014
Main bearing cap x Cylinder block 12 pointed head 1st
2nd
6 pointed head22
Turn 90°
27225
Turn 90°
27516
Turn 90°
20
Connecting rod cap x Connecting rod 1st
2nd24.5
Turn 90°250
Turn 90°18
Turn 90°
Rear oil seal retainer x Cylinder block88069 in.´lbf
EGR cooler x Cylinder block99078 in.´lbf