2016 TOYOTA AVALON Owners Manual

4258-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primar
y identification number for your
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is located on the
top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Vehicle identification

4268-1. Specifications
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*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine
Model3.5L 6-cylinder (2GR-FE)
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70  3.27 in. (94.0  83.0 mm)
Displacement210.9 cu. in. (3456 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)17.0 gal. (64.35 L, 14.2 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
Drain and refill
(Reference
*)
With filter
Without filter
6.4 qt. (6.1 L, 5.4 Imp. qt.)
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)

4278-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used
in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
How to read oil container label
The International Lubricant
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee (ILSAC) Certification Mark
is added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you
should use.
Outside temperature

4288-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity9.7 qt. (9.2 L, 8.1 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use 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 tech-
nology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO FK20HR11
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

4298-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
AVALON (U)_(01999-07001)
*: 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.

4308-1. Specifications
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*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N,51 kgf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depre ssed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.54 in. (90 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

4318-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Compact spare tire
Tires and wheels
Tire sizeP215/55R17 93V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)Front33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17  7 J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire sizeP225/45R18 91V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)Front
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size18  7 1/2 J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Tire sizeT155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Wheel size17  4 T
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

4328-1. Specifications
AVALON (U)_(01999-07001)A: D4S discharge bulbs
B: HB3L+ halogen bulbs
C: HB3 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)F: Double end bulbs
*1: Light bulbs not listed in this table are LED bulbs.
*2: If equipped
Light bulbs*1
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlights Low beam (discharge bulbs)
*2
Low beam (halogen bulbs)
*2
High beam

9005
900535
60
60A
B
C
Front turn signal/parking lights 7444NA28/8D
Side marker lights (bulb type)*2W5W5E
Side turn signal lights WY5W5D
Rear turn signal lights92116E
Back-up lights92116E
InteriorInterior/front personal lights W6W 6 E
Interior/rear personal lights
8EVanity lights70651.4F
Door courtesy lights1685E
Trunk light1943.8E