2013 TOYOTA AVALON light

4207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■ Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
■ When recharging or replacing the battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control
or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
● The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
● The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is
reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery
was discharged. Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.
● Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replac-
ing the battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is acti-
vated. ( P. 69)

4217-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
● Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
● Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
■ Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fans or engine drive belt.

4338-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
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 rates5 A max.
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Automatic transmission fluid type
Using 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 transmission of your vehicle.

4368-1. Specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: HB3L+ halogen bulbs
C: HB3 halogen bulbs
D: H11 halogen bulbs E: Wedge base bulbs (amber)F: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
G: Double end bulbs
*: If equipped
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights Low beam (discharge bulbs)
Low beam (halogen bulbs)
High beam

9005
900535
60
60A
B
C
Fog lights*55D
Front turn signal/parking lights 7444NA28/8E
Side marker lights W5W5F
Side turn signal lightsWY5W5E
Rear turn signal lights92116F
Back-up lights92116F
License plate lights W5W5F
InteriorInterior/front personal lights W6W 6 F
Interior/rear personal lights
8FVanity lights70651.4G
Door courtesy lights1685F
Trunk light1943.8F

4398-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)■
Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
NOTICE
■ Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability is encountered after using a different type of fuel (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

4508-1. Specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as pri-
marily intended for use on lightweight trucks
or multipurpose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry
for a given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which
a tire may be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical
dimension requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall,
or innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-
vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-
tive bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars,
multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks,
that have a gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that,
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
Tire related termMeaning

4568-2. Customization
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)Trunk
(
P. 112)
Trunk opener main
switch
ActivatedDeacti-
vated
Front seats
(P. 117)
Driver’s seat movement
when exiting the vehi-
cle
*
Full
Off
OOO
Partial
Seats operated by the
linking driving position
memory with door unlock
operation
*
Driver’s
seat
Driver’s
seat and passen-
ger’s seat
——O
Engine
switch
( P. 155)
Time elapsed before the
engine switch related
messages on the multi-
information display turn
off
60 sec-
onds
30 sec- onds
——O600 sec- onds
Automatic
light con-
trol system
(
P. 168) Light sensor sensitivity Level 3
Level 1 to
5 OOO
Time elapsed before
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed 30 sec-
onds 0 seconds
OOO
60 sec-
onds
90 sec- onds
Lights
(
P. 168,
172) Daytime running light
system (except Canada)
On Off O O O
Automatic high beam
*On Off — — O
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustom- ized
setting
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4578-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON (U)_(OM41440U)
Illumination
(
P. 254)
Interior lights illumina-
tion controlOnOff——O
Time elapsed before
lights turn off
*
15 sec-onds
Off
—OO
7.5 sec- onds
30 sec-onds
Center console spot lightOnOff——O
Operation when the
doors are unlockedOnOff——O
Operation after the
engine switch turned offOnOff——O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
OnOff——O
Ambient lights*OnOff——O
Outer foot lights*OnOff——O
Time elapsed before the
outer foot lights turn off
*
15 sec-onds
Off
—OO
7.5
seconds
30
seconds
Enable/disable opera-
tion of the outer foot
lights when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
*
OnOff——O
Enable/disable opera-
tion of the outer foot
lights when the doors are
unlocked with the power
door lock switch
*
OnOff——O
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustom- ized
setting
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