2004 TOYOTA AVALON fuel

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Oil identification marks
Either or both API registered marks are
added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
The API Service Symbol is located any-
where on the outside of the container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil
quality by API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) designations such as SL. The center
portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-
ity grade such as SAE 5W30. “Energy
Conserving” shown in the lower portion,
indicates that the oil has fuelsaving ca-
pabilities.
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-
dardization and Approval Committee) Certi-
fication Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.
To ensure excellent lubrication perfor-
mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine
Motor Oil” is available, which has been
specifically tested and approved for all
Toyota engines.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor
Oil”.Look at the seethrough coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low, add the
coolant. (For the coolant type, see
“Coolant type selection” described be-
low.)
The coolant level in the reservoir will vary
with engine temperature. However, if the
level is on or below the “LOW” line, add
coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”
line.
If the coolant level drops within a short
time after replenishing, there may be a
leak in the system. Visually check the
radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain
cock and water pump.
If you can find no leak, have your Toyota
dealer test the cap pressure and check
for leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Checking the engine coolant
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5. After completing the tire inflationpressure measurement and ad-
justment, apply soapy water to the
valve and check for leakage.
6. Install the tire valve cap.
If a gauge and air pump are not avail-
able, have your vehicle checked by
your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
Be sure to reinstall the tire valve
caps. Without the valve caps, dirt
or moisture could get into the
valve core and cause air leakage.
If the caps have been lost, have
new ones put on as soon as pos-
sible.
Incorrect tire infl ation pressure may
waste fuel, reduce the comfort of driv-
ing, reduce tire life and make your ve-
hicle less safe to drive.
If a tire frequently needs refilling,
have it checked by your Toyota deal-
er.
CAUTION
Keep your tires properly inflated.
Otherwise, the following condi-
tions may occur and cause an ac-
cident resulting in death or seri-
ous injuries.
Low tire pressure ( underinfla-
tion)—
 Excessive wear
 Uneven wear
 Poor handling
 Possibility of blowouts from an
overheated tire
 Poor sealing of the tire bead
 Wheel deformation and/or tire
separation
 A greater possibility of tire
damage from road hazards
High tire pressure (overinfla-
tion)—
Poor handling
 Excessive wear
 Uneven wear
 A greater possibility of tire
damage from road hazards

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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Dimensions and weights319
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Engine 319
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Fuel 320
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Service specifications 320
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Tires 322
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Fuses 323
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SECTION 8

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Fuel type:Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
For improved vehicle performance, the
use of premium unleaded gasoline with
an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Oc-
tane Number 96) or higher is recom-
mended.
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 70 (18.5, 15.4) ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):
Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010)
Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)
Spark plug type: DENSO SK20R11
NGK IFR6A11
Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1 (0.043)
Drive belt tension measured with
Borroughs drive belt tension gauge No.
BT3373F (used belt), Ibf: Generator belt 88 22
Power steering pump belt 115 20
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and ref ill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.): With filter 4.7 (5.0, 4.1)
Without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
to satisfy the following grade and
viscosity. Oil grade:
API grade SL “EnergyConserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W30
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
Fuel Service specifications

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Engine compartment
Engine compartment
Fuses (type A)1. HEAD RH UPR 10 A: No circuit
2. HEAD LH UPR 10 A: No circuit
3. HEAD RH LWR 15 A: Righthand
headlight (low beam)
4. HEAD LH LWR 15 A: Lefthand head-
light (low beam)
5. ABS NO.4 5 A: Vehicle stability control
system
6. DRL 7.5 A: Daytime running light sys-
tem
7. SPARE 30 A: Spare fuse
8. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse
Instrument panel
9. SPARE 25 A: Spare fuse
10. SPARE 10 A: Spare fuse
11. ALTS 5 A: Charging system
12. DCC 30 A: “DOME”, “ECUB” and
“RADIO” fuses
13. SECURITY 10 A: Theftdeterrent sys-
tem
14. HAZ 15 A: Turn signal lights
15. A/F 25 A: Air/fuel sensor
16. DOOR NO.2 15 A: Power door lock
system
17. HORN 10 A: Horn, theftdeterrent sys-
tem
Fuses

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18. AM2 10 A: SRS airbag system, multi-
port fuel injection system/sequential
multiport fuel injection system, starter
system, charging system, air/fuel sen-
sor, fuel pump
19. EFI NO.2 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injection
system/s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, air flow meter, oxygen
sensor, evaporative emission control
system, throttle positi oner control sys-
tem, engine control system
20. ABS NO.3 25 A: Antilock brake sys-
tem
21. ABS NO.2 25 A: Vehicle stability con-
trol system
22. EFI NO.1 15 A: Multiport fuel injection
system/s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, fuel pump
23. IG2 15 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system
24. HEAD LH UPR 10 A: Lefthand head-
light (high beam), high beam indicator
light
25. HEAD RH UPR 10 A: Righthand
headlight (high beam)
26. ECUIG NO.1 5 A: Electric cooling
fans 27. ECUB 7.5 A:
Air conditioning system,
theft deterrent system, power seats,
meters, power windows (for driver and
front passenger), multiplex communica-
tion system
28. TAIL 10 A: Parking lights, license plate
lights, tail lights, rear side marker
lights, rear light failure warning light,
engine control system
29. SEAT HTR 20 A: Seat heaters
30. FR P/W 20 A: Power window (for front
passenger)
31. GAUGE NO.1 10 A: Vehicle stability
control system, rear window defogger,
cruise control system, shift lock sys-
tem, antilock brake system, auto anti
glare inside rear view mirror, automatic
light control system, power seats, rear
light failure warning light, automatic
transmission indicator lights, power out-
let, power window (for driver), brake
system warning light, electric moon
roof
32. HTR 10 A: Air conditioning system
33. FOG 15 A: Front fog lights
34. TURN 7.5 A: Turn signal lights
35. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system
36. RADIO 15 A: Audio system, multiin-
formation display 37. PANEL 5 A:
Gauges and meters, audio
system, cigarette lighter, air c ondition-
ing system, emergency flasher, elec-
tronically controlled automatic transmis-
sion system, power rear view mirrors,
multiinformation display, glove box
light, instrument panel lights, instrument
panel light control, power outlet
38. FL P/W 25 A: Power window (for driv-
er)
39. PWR OUTLET NO.1 15 A: Power out-
let (ACC)
40. ECUACC 5 A: Audio system, power
rear view mirrors, multiinformation dis-
play, shift lock system, multiplex com-
munication system
41. SRSACC 10 A: SRS airbag system
42. MIR HTR 10 A: Outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers, engine control system
43. PWR OUTLET NO.2 15 A: Power out-
let (IG)
44. GAUGE NO.2 10 A: Backup lights
45. OBDII 7.5 A: Onboard diagnosis sys-
te

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46. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight, antilock brake system, shift
lock system, cruise control system, ve-
hicle stability control system, engine
control system

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47. DOME 7.5 A: Interior lights, front per-
sonal lights, door courtesy lights, igni-
tion switch light, vanity lights, garage
door opener, open door warning light,
illuminated entry system, rear pers onal
lights, automatic light control system,
trunk light, wireless remote control sys-
tem, multiplex communication system
48. OPNER 5 A: No circuit
49. RL P/W 20 A: Power window (for rear
left passenger)
50. RR P/W 20 A: Power window (for rear
right passenger)
51. WIP 25 A: Windshield wipers and
washer
52. ECUIG NO.2 10 A: Antilock brake
system, cruise control system, multiin-
formation display, theft deterrent sys-
tem, vehicle stability control system,
meters, multiplex communication sys-
tem
53. CIG 15 A: Cigarette lighter
54. DOOR NO.1 25 A: Theft deterrent sys-
tem, trunk opener, multiplex commu-
nication system
55. SUN ROOF 30 A: Electric moon roofFuses (type B)
56. AM1 40 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system
57. HTR 50 A: Air conditioning system
58. CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fans
59. RDI 30 A: Electric cooling fans
60. MAIN 40 A: Starter system
61. DEF 40 A: Rear window defogger,
noise filter
62. PWR SEAT 30 A: Power seats
Fuses (type C)
63. ABS 60 A: Antilock brake system,
“ABS NO.4” fuse
64. ALT 120 A: “HTR”, “A/C”, “ABS NO.2”,
“ABS NO.3”, “RDI”, “CDS”, “AM1”,
“ABS” and “ABS NO.4” fuses

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Publication No. OM41412U
Part No. 01999-41412
Printed in Japan 01040800
(U)
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 120 . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 251 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving 254 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 254 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 255 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 264 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during breakin period 213 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 239 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 General maintenance 278 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher. For improved vehicle performance, the use of premium unleaded
gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or
higher is recommended.
See page 213 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: 70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil: API grade SL “EnergyConserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
See page 292 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 296 through 304.
Tire pressure: See page 322.
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