2012 TOYOTA AVENSIS oil type

539 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)Low
Full
Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Engine oil selectionP. 727
Items Clean funnel

568 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
CAUTION
Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children. These parts are small and if swallowed by a child,
they can cause choking. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
Certification for the smart entry & start system
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUC-
TIONS.
NOTICE
For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
Do not bend the battery terminals.
Please perform this operation in a clean environment to avoid garbage, oil,
etc. insertion in the key.

688 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
NOTICE
Vehicles with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
When performing an emergency repair
Perform the emergency repair without removing the nail or screw that has
punctured the tread of the tire. If the object that has punctured the tire is
removed, the repair using the sealant in the emergency tire puncture repair
kit may fail.
When fixing the flat tire
Do not put the valve core on dirty ground or in the sand.
Store it in a clean place.
Do not remove the inside cap of the sealant bottle.
Turn the valve core tool with your hand when screwing it in. If you use
another tool in conjunction with the valve core tool, damage may occur.
Do not operate the compressor continuously for more than 7 minutes. The
motor may overheat and be damaged. Let the compressor cool before
using it again.
Compressor precautions
The compressor power source should be 12 V DC suitable for vehicle use.
Do not connect the compressor to 24 V DC or any other power source.
The compressor is an oil-less type. Do not lubricate with oil.

737 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Manual transmission
Gear oil capacityGasoline engine2.4 L (2.5 qt., 2.1 Imp.qt.)
Diesel engine2.3 L (2.4 qt., 2.0 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil type
Use either of the following:
• “TOYOTA Genuine Manual
Transmission Gear Oil LV”
• Other gear oil that meets API
GL-4 and SAE 75W specifica-
tions
NOTICE
Manual transmission gear oil
Please be aware that depending on the particular characteristics of the gear
oil used or the operating conditions, idle sound, shift feeling and/or fuel effi-
ciency may be different or affected. Toyota recommends to use “TOYOTA
Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV” to achieve optimal performance.

760 Alphabetical index
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Engine
Compartment ........................ 535
Engine switch ................ 210, 215
Hood ..................................... 531
How to start the
engine ......................... 210, 215
Identification number............. 722
If the engine will not start ...... 689
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 713
Ignition switch ............... 210, 215
Overheating .......................... 710
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 733
Checking ............................... 543
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 344
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 242
Engine immobilizer system .... 135
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 727
Checking ............................... 538
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 344
Engine switch................... 210, 215
First-aid kit holder ................... 505
Floor mat .................................. 503
Fluid
Washer.................................. 549
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 585
Switch ................................... 267
Wattage................................. 744Front position/daytime
running lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 585
Switch ................................... 262
Wattage ................................ 744
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 98
Driving position memory ....... 103
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 585
Wattage ................................ 744
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 725
Fuel gauge ............................ 242
Fuel pump shut off system.... 616
Gas station information ......... 772
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 713
Information ............................ 745
Refueling............................... 129
Type ...................................... 725
Fuel door .................................. 129
Fuel filler door.......................... 129
Fuel filter .................................. 550
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 616
Fuses ........................................ 569
Gas station information .......... 772
Gauges ..................................... 242
Gear Shift Indicator ................. 233
Glove box ................................. 482
Glove box light......................... 482
Hands-free system
*
(for cellular phone)................ 442
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 604
Head restraint .......................... 106
Headlight cleaner..................... 269
FG
H

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AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel filler door
P. 129Auxiliary catch lever
P. 5 3 1
Tire inflation pressure
P. 739
Fuel filler door opener
P. 1 2 9
Hood lock release lever
P. 531
Fuel tank capacity (reference) 60 L (15.9 gal., 13.2 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type P. 131, 725
Cold tire inflation pressure P. 739
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill — reference)P. 727
Engine oil type P. 727