2012 TOYOTA AVALON Owners Manual

521
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Vehicle identification
The vehicle identificati on number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is
used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Certi-
fication Label.
■ Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.

522 6-1. Specifications
Engine
Fuel
Lubrication system■ Engine oil selection
“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.
Model2GR-FE
Type 6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke 3.70  3.27 in. (94.0  83.0 mm)
Displacement 210.9 cu.in. (3456 cm3)
Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)18.5 gal. (70 L, 15.4 lmp.gal)
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)
with filter
without filter6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 lmp.qt.)
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 lmp.qt.)

523
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W-30
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 5W-30 is not available,
SAE 10W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 5W-30 at the next oil
change.
The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of the
oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating
temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehi-
cle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
Outside temperature

524 6-1. Specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
Electrical system
Capacity8.8 qt. (8.3 L, 7.3 lmp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-
silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make DENSO
FK20HR11
Gap 0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
Battery
Open voltage at
68  F (20 C):
12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates 5A max.

525
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
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, 50kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30kgf).
Fluid capacity*6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 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 clicks
Parking brake lining wear
limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid type
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

526 6-1. Specifications
Steering
Tires and wheelsType A
Type B
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tire sizeP215/55R17 93V
Front and rear tire
inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) Vehicle speed
psi
(kPa, kgf/cm
2 or bar)
More than 99 mph
(160 km/h) 38 (260, 2.6)
99 mph
(160 km/h) or less 32 (220, 2.2)
Wheel size
17  7J
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire sizeP215/60R16 94V
Front and rear tire
inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) Vehicle speed
psi
(kPa, kgf/cm
2 or bar)
More than 99 mph
(160 km/h) 35 (240, 2.4)
99 mph (160 km/h)
or less 29 (200, 2.0)
Wheel size
16  6 1/2JJ
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

527
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: H11 halogen bulbs
C: HB3 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
F: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights
Low beam (discharge bulbs)
Low beam (halogen bulbs)
High beam D4S
H11
HB3 35
55
60A
B
C
Fog lights H11 55 B
Auxiliary light W5W 5 E
Front turn signal/parking
lights 3457NA 28/8 D
Front side marker lights W5W 5 E
Rear turn signal lights 7440A 21 D
Stop lights 7440 21 E
Rear side marker lights W5W 5 E
Back-up lights 921 16 E
License plate lights W5W 5 E
Interior Interior light W5W 5 E
Personal lights W5W 5 E
Vanity lights 7065 1.4 F
Glove box light 74 1.2 E
Door courtesy lights 168 5 E
Trunk light 2825 4.8 E

528
6-1. Specifications
Fuel infor mation
■Fuel tank opening fo r unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■ Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gas-
oline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use
of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result
in engine knocking. Persistent kno cking can lead to engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications
of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.