2008 TOYOTA AVALON clock

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Maintenance and care
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Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
CAUTION
■ When checking the reservoir
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
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STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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FuseAmpereCircuit
21 EFI No.1 25 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, fuel pump
22 HORN 10 A Horn
23 HEAD LH UPR 15 A Left-hand headlight (high beam)
24 HEAD RH UPR 15 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
25 A/F 25 A Air fuel ratio sensor
26 WASHER 20 A Windshield washer
27 S-HORN 7.5 A Horn
28 DOME 7.5 A Gauges and meters, clock, front
personal lights, door courtesy
lights, garage door opener, rear
personal lights, trunk light
29 ECU-B 10 A Center display, multiplex

communication system
30 RAD No.1 15 A Audio system, center display,

navigation system
31 EFI No.2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
32 STOP No.2 7.5 A Stop lights, high mounted

stoplight, vehicle stability control
system, anti-lock brake system
33 RADAR CC 7.5 A Vehicle stability control system
34 HEAD RH LWR 15 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
35 HEAD LH LWR 15 A Left-hand headlight (low beam)

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Replacing light bulbs■ Rear turn signal lights, stop/ta il and rear side marker lights
Open the trunk, remove the
cover as follows.
Turn the bulb bases counter-
clockwise and remove (upper
and lower), or squeeze bulb
base and remove (center).
Remove the light bulb.
Stop/tail light
Rear side marker light
Rear turn signal light
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Maintenance and care
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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License plate lights
Use a flathead screwdriver to
disengage the side of the lamp.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
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444 Alphabetical index
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Child safetyAirbag precautions ..................88
Child-protectors ....................... 41
Child restraint syst em..............99
How your child should wear 
the seatbelt ...........................57
Installing child restraints ........ 102
Moon roof ................................71
Power window lock switch....... 66
Power window precautions .....68
Removed key battery 
precautions .........................342
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 55
Seat belt precautions ..............58
Seat heater precautions ........ 271
Trunk .......................................45
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 288
Interior ...................................291
Seat belts ..............................292
Climate control seat.................270
Clock ......................................... 265
Compass ...................................283
Condenser ................................314
Console box ............................. 257
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 401
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................149
Dynamic laser cruise 
control .................................152
Cup holders ..............................261
Curtain shield airbags ............... 82
Customizable features............. 429
Daytime running light 
system .................................... 144
Defogger Rear window .........................187
Side mirror............................. 187
Dimension.................................406
Dinghy towing .......................... 176 Display
Trip information ..................... 142
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 300
Door pocket .............................. 262
Doors Door lock ........................... 24, 35
Rear door child-protector ........ 41
Driver’s seat belt reminder 
light ......................................... 373
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 115
Correct posture ....................... 80
Procedures............................ 114
Winter driving tips ................. 170
Electronic key If the electronic key does not 
operate properly ................. 395
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ...... 370
If the electronic key does not 
operate properly ................. 395
If the engine will not start ...... 391
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ..................... 393
If the battery is discharged ... 397
If the warning buzzer 
sounds ................................ 370
If the warning light 
turns on............................... 370
If you have a flat tire ............. 382
If you lose your keys ............. 394
If you think something is 
wrong .................................. 366
If your vehicle becomes 
stuck ................................... 404
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed .................................. 362
If your vehicle overheats ....... 401
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