2001 TOYOTA AVALON wipers

- BODY ELECTRICALTROUBLESHOOTING
BE-3
1607 Author
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
INTERIOR LIGHT SYSTEM:
This system uses the multiplex communication system, so check diagnosis system of the multiplex commu-
nication system before checking the body control system.
BACK-UP LIGHT SYSTEM:
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Back-Up Light does not light up.
1. GAUGE Fuse
2. Ignition Switch
3. Park/Neutral Position Switch
4. Back-up Light Relay (Column Shift)
5. Bulb
6. Wire Harness-
BE-16
DI-199
BE-34
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Back-Up Light remains always ON.
1. Park/Neutral Position Switch
2. Back-up Light Relay (Column Shift)
3. Wire HarnessDI-199
BE-34
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Only one light does not light up.1. Bulb
2. Wire Harness-
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STOP LIGHT SYSTEM:
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Stop light does not light up.
1. STOP Fuse
2. GAUGE Fuse
3. Stop Light Switch
4. Light Failure Sensor
5. Wire Harness-
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BE-36
BE-53
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Only one light always lights up.1. Wire Harness-
Only one light does not light.1. Bulb
2. Wire Harness-
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WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM:
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Wiper and washers do not operate.
1. IG 1 Relay
2. WIPER Fuse
3. Wiper Switch
4. Wiper Motor
5. Wire Harness-
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BE-38
BE-38
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Wipers do not operate in LO or HI.
1. Wiper Switch
2. Wiper Motor
3. Wire HarnessBE-38
BE-38
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Wipers do not operate in INT.
1. Wiper Fuse
2. Wiper Switch
3. Wiper Motor
4. Wire Harness-
BE-38
BE-38
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Washer motor does not operate.
1. Washer Switch
2. Washer Motor
3. Wire HarnessBE-38
BE-38
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Wipers do not operate when washer switch in ON.1. Washer Motor
2. Wire HarnessBE-38
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Washer fluid does not operate.1. Washer Hose and Nozzle-

In wiper switch HI position, the wiper blade is in contact with
the body.

When the wiper switch is OFF, the wiper blade does not
retract or the retract position is wrong.1. *1Wiper Switch
2. Wire HarnessBE-38
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*1: Inspect wiper arm and blade set position

MA002-16
MA-2
- MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
44 Author
: Date
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2001 AVALON (RM808U)
INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
These are maintenance and inspection items which are considered to be the owner's responsibility.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
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. LIGHTS
(a) Check that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working.
(b) Check the headlight aim.
3. WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers function properly.
4. HORN
Check that it is working.
5. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
6. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
7. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that air comes out from the defroster outlet when operating the heater or air conditioner at defroster
mode.
8. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
9. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and are mounted securely.
10. STEERING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified free-play. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering,
excessive free-play or strange noises.
11. SEATS
(a) Check that the seat adjusters operate smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any
latch position.
(d) For fold-down seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
12. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as the buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and
smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged.

MA002-16
MA-2
- MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
44 Author
: Date
:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
These are maintenance and inspection items which are considered to be the owner's responsibility.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop.
These items include those which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not
require (special) tools and those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do.
Items and procedures for general maintenance are as follows.
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. LIGHTS
(a) Check that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working.
(b) Check the headlight aim.
3. WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers function properly.
4. HORN
Check that it is working.
5. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
6. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
7. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that air comes out from the defroster outlet when operating the heater or air conditioner at defroster
mode.
8. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
9. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and are mounted securely.
10. STEERING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified free-play. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering,
excessive free-play or strange noises.
11. SEATS
(a) Check that the seat adjusters operate smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any
latch position.
(d) For fold-down seat backs, check that the latches lock securely.
12. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as the buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and
smoothly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged.