2016 TOYOTA AVALON fuel

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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

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■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gaso-
line you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.
■ Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.A., Europe and Japan have developed
a specification for fuel quality called the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC),
which is expected to be applied worldwide.
● The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission
levels. In the U.S., category 4 has been adopted.
● The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets, and
improves customer satisfaction through better performance.
Fuel information
You must only use 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 knocking can lead to
engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use s hould meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..

4348-1. Specifications
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Recommendation of the use of gaso line containing detergent additives
● Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid the build-up of engine deposits.
● All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent additives to
clean and/or keep clean intake systems, per EPA's lowest additives concen-
tration program.
● Toyota strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. For
more information on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of marketers,
please go to the official website www.toptiergas.com.
■ Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol, as well as
reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities. These fuels are typically
acceptable for use, providing they meet other fuel requirements.
Toyota recommends these fuels, since the formulations allow for reduced
vehicle emissions.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
●
Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).
DO NOT use gasoline contain-
ing more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

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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 (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type of fuel, 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.

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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
*
that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below

483Alphabetical index
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Flat tire...................................... 395
Floor mats .................................. 24
FluidAutomatic transmission......... 429
Brake .................................... 430
Washer ................................. 339
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 46
Front personal lights ............... 271
Front seats ............................... 119 Adjustment ............................ 119
Cleaning................................ 314
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Driving position memory ....... 121
Head restraints ..................... 126
Power easy access system ......... ....................... 120
Seat heaters ......................... 267
Seat position memory ........... 121
Seat ventilators ..................... 267
Front side marker lights.......... 171 Light switch ........................... 171
Replacing light bulbs............. 373 Front turn signal lights ........... 169
Replacing light bulbs ............ 368
Turn signal lever ................... 169
Wattage ................................ 432
Fuel ........................................... 426
Capacity................................ 426
Fuel gauge.............................. 79
Fuel pump shut off system ... 385
Information............................ 433
Refueling .............................. 184
Type.............................. 184, 426
Warning light......................... 388
Fuel filler door ......................... 184 If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened .............. 186
Refueling .............................. 184
Fuel pump shut off system..... 385
Fuses ........................................ 360
Garage door opener ................ 292
Gauges ....................................... 79
Glove box ................................. 274
Grocery bag hooks.................. 281
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Paddle shift switches .............. 166
Parking brake ........................... 170Operation .............................. 170
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 386
Parking lights ........................... 171 Light switch ........................... 171
Replacing light bulbs............. 368
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 196 Function ................................ 196
PCS (Pre-Collision System) switch ................... 200
Warning light ......................... 387
Personal lights ......................... 271
Power easy access system .... 120
Power outlets ........................... 286
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ....... 248Warning light ......................... 387
Power windows........................ 135
Jam protection function......... 136
Operation .............................. 135
Window lock switch............... 135
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 196 Function ................................ 196
PCS (Pre-Collision System) switch .................. 200
Warning light ......................... 387 Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ............. 220
Radiator .................................... 334
Rear personal lights ................ 271
Rear seat heaters .................... 267
Rear sunshade......................... 289
Rear turn signal lights ............ 169 Replacing light bulbs ............ 370
Turn signal lever ................... 169
Wattage ................................ 432
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror .......... 130
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 132
Rear view monitor system
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Rear window defoggers .......... 262
Refueling .................................. 184 Capacity................................ 426
Fuel types ............................. 426
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 186
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 186
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 358
Fuses .................................... 360
Light bulbs ............................ 363
Tires...................................... 395
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 460
Resetting the message indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 318
PR
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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USB port*
Vanity lightsVanity lights .......................... 283
Wattage ................................ 432
Vanity mirrors .......................... 283
Vehicle data recording ................ 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 425
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 248
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ................... 267
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 248
Warning buzzers Approach warning ................. 227
Brake system ....... ................. 386
Downshifting ......................... 168
Seat belt reminder ................ 388
Warning lights............................ 75
ABS....................................... 387
Brake system ....... ................. 386
Charging system ................... 386
Electric power steering ......... 387
Low engine oil pressure ........ 386
Low fuel level ........................ 388
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 386
Master warning light.............. 389
Open door ............................. 388
Parking brake indicator ......... 386
Pre-collision system .............. 387
Seat belt reminder light ......... 388
Slip indicator ......................... 388
SRS ...................................... 387
Tire pressure......................... 389 Warning messages.................. 394
Washer ..................................... 178
Checking............................... 339
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 253
Switch ................................... 178
Washing and waxing ............... 310
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 157
Load limits ............................ 157
Weight .................................. 424
Wheels ...................................... 353 Replacing wheels ................. 353
Size....................................... 431
Window glasses ...................... 135
Window lock switch ................ 135
Windows................................... 135 Power windows..................... 135
Rear window defogger.......... 262
Windshield wipers ................... 178
Intermittent windshield wipers with interval
adjuster .............................. 178
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 180
Winter driving tips ................... 253
Wireless remote control key ............................................ 92Battery-Saving Function ....... 113
Locking/Unlocking .......... 97, 103
Replacing the battery............ 358
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.