2011 TOYOTA AVENSIS Service

563 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.
When cleaning the filter, do not clean with water.

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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, before towing.
The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, such as a commercial towing service,
using a lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the front, the vehicle’s rear wheels and axles must be
in good condition. (P. 612)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

729 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: The oil quality desig-
nation by API (American Petro-
leum Institute) (SN)
Center portion: The SAE viscosity
grade (SAE 0W-20)
Lower portion: “Resource-Con-
serving” means that the oil has
fuel saving and environmental
protection.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The ILSAC (International Lubri-
cant Standardization and
Approval Committee) Certification
Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.

763 Alphabetical index
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Rear seat
Folding the seats................... 100
Rear side sunshade ................. 502
Rear sunshade ......................... 501
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 585
Wattage................................. 744
Rear view monitor system
*.... 308
Rear window defogger ............ 381
Rear window wiper and
washer .................................... 274
Replacing
Key battery .................... 564, 565
Fuses .................................... 569
Light bulbs............................. 585
Tires ...................... 648, 662, 676
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt........... 108
Child restraint system
installation........................... 176
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 522
Emergency Locking
Retractor ............................. 111
How to wear your seat belt ... 108
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 112
Pre-crash seat belt ................ 333
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use ............................... 111
Rear seat belt
reminder light ...................... 254
Reminder light ....................... 621
Seat belt pretensioners ......... 110Seat heaters ............................. 494
Seats
Adjustment
precautions ........................... 99
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 176
Cleaning................................ 521
Driver’s seat position
memory .............................. 103
Front seat adjustment ............. 98
Head restraint ....................... 106
Properly sitting in the seat .... 154
Seat heaters ......................... 494
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 245
Shift lever
Automatic transmission......... 225
Manual transmission ............. 232
Multidrive .............................. 219
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from “P” .............. 692
Side airbags ............................. 156
Side mirror
Adjusting ............................... 122
Folding .................................. 123
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 585
Wattage ................................ 744
Smart entry & start system
Entry function .......................... 39
Starting the engine................ 210
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 739
Storage location .... 648, 662, 676
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*: For vehicles with a “touch screen”, refer to
““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”.