2008 TOYOTA AVALON parking brake

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to “P”.
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers.
■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle
Jack
Wheel nut

wrench
Spare tire

cover Luggage floor

cover
Spare tire

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Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)When the engine does not start, th e following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to “P”.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACC mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with smart
key system).
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine. 
(  P. 122)
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 397)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shif t lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately. 
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine
switch to the ACC mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
To prevent damage to the
cover, cover the tip of the
screwdriver with a rag.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Automatic transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30 kgf).
Fluid capacity*6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 lmp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Pedal clearance *12.4 in. (61 mm) Min.
Pedal free play Less than 0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal 
travel *29  11 c l i c k s
Parking brake lining wear
limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid type
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 178
ABS........................................... 163
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 337
Automatic air conditioning 
system................................ 178
Steering switches ................. 185
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 85
Airbag precautions for your 
child...................................... 88
Airbag warning light .............. 371
Curtain shield airbag 
precautions .......................... 91
Front passenger occupant 
classification system ............ 93
General airbag precautions .... 88
Locations of airbags ............... 82
Modification and disposal of 
airbags ................................. 92
Side airbag precautions.......... 88
Side and curtain shield airbags 
operating conditions ............. 85
SRS airbags ........................... 82
Alarm .......................................... 77
Antenna .................................... 195
Anti-lock brake system ........... 163
Armrest .................................... 272
Ashtrays ................................... 267
Audio input .............................. 216
Audio system Antenna ................................ 195
Audio input ........................... 216
AUX adapter ......................... 216
CD player/changer ............... 198
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 206
Optimal use .......................... 214
Portable music player ........... 216
Radio .................................... 191
Steering switches ................. 217
Automatic headlight leveling 
system ................................... 143 Automatic light control

system ....................................143
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........129
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P......................393
S mode ..................................131
AUX adapter .............................216
Back-up lights Wattage .................................413
Battery Checking ...............................318
If the vehicle battery is 
discharged ..........................397
Preparing and checking 
before winter .......................170
Bluetooth
®................................220
Brake Fluid ......................................315
Parking brake ........................134
Brake assist ..............................163
Break-in tips .............................115
Care Exterior ..................................288
Interior ...................................291
Seat belts ..............................292
Cargo capacity .........................166
CD player/changer ...................198
Center display ..........................141
Chains .......................................172
Child-protectors .........................41
Child restraint system Definition .................................99
Installation .............................102
Installing CRS with lower 
anchorages .........................107
Installing CRS with seat 
belts ....................................103
Installing CRS with top 
straps ..................................108
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Alphabetical index
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Overhead console ................... 258
Overheating, Engine ............... 401
Parking brake .......................... 134
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 355
Switch ................................... 143
Wattage ................................ 413
Personal light Switch ................................... 254
Wattage ................................ 413
Power outlets........................... 268
Power windows ......................... 66
Radiator.................................... 314
Radio ........................................ 191
Rear seat Adjustment ............................. 48
Rear sunshade ........................ 273
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 355
Wattage ................................ 413
Rear window defogger............ 187
Replacing
Fuses.................................... 344
Key battery ........................... 340
Light bulbs ............................ 355
Tires ..................................... 382
Reporting safety defects for 
U.S. owners ........................... 436
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ............ 55
Automatic locking retractor................................ 56
Child restraint system 
installation .......................... 102
Cleaning and maintaining 
the seat belts...................... 292
Emergency locking 
retractor................................ 56
How to wear your seat belt ..... 54 How your child should wear

the seat belt ..........................57
Pregnant women, 
proper seat belt use ..............57
Reminder light .......................373
Seat belt extenders .................58
Seat belt pretensioners ...........56
Seat heaters..............................270
Seating capacity.......................169
Seats Adjustment ........................ 46, 48
Adjustment precaution ......47, 49
Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............102
Cleaning ................................291
Climate control ......................270
Climate control seat ..............270
Driver’s seat position 
memory .................................50
Head restraint..........................53
Properly sitting in the seat .......80
Seat heaters ..........................270
Service reminder 
indicators ..............................139
Shift lever
Automatic transmission .........129
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P......................393
Shift lock system .....................393
Shopping bag hooks ...............276
Side airbags................................82
Side marker lights Switch....................................143
Side mirror
Adjustment ..............................64
Mirror position memory ...........50
Smart key system
Antenna location .....................26
Entry function ..........................24
Starting the engine ................122
Spare tire Inflation pressure...................412
Spare tire...............................382
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