2010 TOYOTA AVALON flat tire

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other
interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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3-6. Other interior featuresSun visors .......................... 286
Vanity mirrors ..................... 287
Clock .................................. 288
Outside temperature display .............................. 289
Ashtrays ............................. 290
Power outlets ..................... 291
Seat heaters/ventilators ..... 293
Armrest............................... 295
Rear sunshade ................... 296
Floor mats .......................... 298
Trunk features .................... 299
Garage door opener ........... 301
Compass ............................ 306
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................. 312
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................. 315
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 318
General maintenance ......... 320
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 323 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 324
Hood ................................... 327
Positioning a floor jack........ 328
Engine compartment .......... 330
Tires.................................... 345
Tire inflation pressure ......... 354
Wheels................................ 358
Air conditioning filter ........... 360
Key battery ......................... 363
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 367
Headlight aim (with discharge headlights) ........................ 376
Light bulbs .......................... 378
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ............ 384
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 385
If you think something is wrong ................................ 389
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 390
Event data recorder ............ 391
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergencyIf a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 393
If you have a flat tire............ 405
If the engine will not start ................................... 414
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 416
If you lose your keys ........... 417
If the electronic key does not operate properly (with smart
key system)....................... 418
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 420
If your vehicle overheats ..... 424
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 427
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ............ 430
Fuel information .................. 439
Tire information ................... 442
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 454
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 458 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 460
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 461
Abbreviation list ................ 466
Alphabetical index............. 467
What to do if....................... 474
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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Tire
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 345
P. 405
P. 437
P. 442
Tail lights P. 156
Side marker light P. 156
Trunk P. 46
Rear window defogger P. 208
Door P. 40
Fuel filler door P. 80
Turn signal light P. 145
: If equipped
Back-up light
Tail/stop light
P. 156

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
AVALON_U (OM41437U)
NOTICE
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While driving the vehicle
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress accelerator and brake pedals
together to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Always put the shift lever in “P”. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci-
dentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a
long time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you hear a squealing or scrapin g noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors)
Have your Toyota dealer check and replace the brake pads as soon as pos-
sible.
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
● The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( P. 408)
■ If the vehicle becomes stuck or bogged
Do not spin the wheels recklessly when any of the tires is up in the air, or
stuck in sand or mud, etc. This may damage the drive system components
or propel the vehicle forward (or in another direction) and cause an accident.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
AVALON_U (OM41437U)
CAUTION
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■ When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive
carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the
indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fit-
ted on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.

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CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
● Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
● Maintain the specified level of tire inflation pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 312
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 315
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 318
General maintenance....... 320
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ........................ 323
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 324
Hood ................................ 327
Positioning a floor jack ................................ 328
Engine compartment ........ 330
Tires ................................. 345
Tire inflation pressure ...... 354
Wheels ............................. 358
Air conditioning filter......... 360
Key battery ....................... 363
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 367
Headlight aim (with discharge headlights) ..................... 376
Light bulbs........................ 378