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4508-1. Specifications
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
DOT symbol*
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire manufacturer’s identifica-
tion mark
Tire size code
Manufacturer’s optional tire
type code (3 or 4 letters)
Manufacturing week
Manufacturing year
*: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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4568-1. Specifications
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty 12-volt battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between compo-
nents in the bead
Tire related termMeaning
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481Alphabetical index
AVALON_HV_U (01999-07002)
Flat tire...................................... 406
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidBrake .................................... 443
Hybrid transmission .............. 442
Washer ................................. 349
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 48
Front personal lights ............... 285
Front seats ............................... 131 Adjustment ............................ 131
Cleaning................................ 327
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 133
Head restraints ..................... 138
Power easy access system ......... ....................... 133
Seat heaters ......................... 281
Seat position memory ........... 133
Seat ventilators ..................... 281
Front side marker lights.......... 185 Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs............. 386
Front turn signal lights ........... 183 Replacing light bulbs............. 381
Turn signal lever ................... 183
Wattage ................................ 444
Fuel ........................................... 438 Capacity ................................ 438
Fuel gauge .............................. 90
Information ............................ 445
Refueling............................... 197
Type .............................. 197, 438
Warning light ......................... 399
Fuel consumption...................... 95
Fuel filler door.......................... 197 If the fuel filler door cannot be opened............... 199
Refueling............................... 197
Fuses ........................................ 374 Garage door opener ................ 305
Gauges ....................................... 90
Glove box ................................. 288
Grocery bag hooks.................. 295
Head restraints ........................ 138
Headlights ................................ 185
Automatic high beam ............ 188
Discharge headlights precautions......................... 388
Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs ............ 386
Wattage ................................ 444
Heaters Air conditioning system......... 272
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 276
Seat heaters ......................... 281
High-voltage components ........ 74
Hill-start assist control ........... 260
Hood ......................................... 339
Hooks Coat hooks ........................... 304
Grocery bag hooks ............... 295
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
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Parking brake ........................... 184Operation .............................. 184
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 396
Parking lights ........................... 185
Light switch ........................... 185
Replacing light bulbs............. 386
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) .................................. 208Function ................................ 208
PCS (Pre-Collision System) switch ................... 212
Warning light ......................... 398
Personal lights ......................... 285
Power control unit ..................... 74
Power control unit coolant ..... 345 Capacity ................................ 441
Checking ............................... 345
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 268
Power easy access system .................................... 133
Power outlets ........................... 300
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 261Warning light ......................... 397
Power switch............................ 172
Power windows........................ 148
Jam protection function......... 149
Operation .............................. 148
Window lock switch............... 148
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 208 Function ................................ 208
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) switch ................... 212
Warning light ......................... 398 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 232
Radiator .................................... 347
Rear personal lights ................ 285
Rear seat heaters .................... 281
Rear sunshade......................... 302
Rear turn signal lights ............ 183 Replacing light bulbs ............ 383
Turn signal lever ................... 183
Wattage ................................ 444
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror .......... 143
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 145
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window defoggers .......... 276
Refueling .................................. 197 Capacity................................ 438
Fuel types ............................. 438
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 199
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 199
Regenerative braking ................ 72
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 372
Fuses .................................... 374
Light bulbs ............................ 377
Tires...................................... 406
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 470
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 331
Road accident cautions ............ 77
PR
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverTrunk openerFuel filler door
P. 339 P. 116 P. 199
Hood lock release leverTire inflation
pressure
P. 339P. 443
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 17.0 gal. (64.35 L, 14.2 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
Unleaded gasoline only P. 197, 438
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 4 4 3
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)
P. 4 3 9
Engine oil type
P. 439