2017 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID Owners Manual

4337-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some othe r material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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4347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transm ission and other components
● Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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Vehicle specifications8
8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 436
Fuel information ................ 445
Tire information ................. 448
8-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 461
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ............... 468

4368-1. Specifications
*: Unladen vehicle
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
Overall length195.3 in. (4960 mm)
Overall width72.2 in. (1835 mm)
Overall height*57.5 in. (1460 mm)
Wheelbase111.0 in. (2820 mm)
Tread*Front62.6 in. (1590 mm)
Rear62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)930 lb. (420 kg)

4378-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary 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

4388-1. Specifications
Engine
Model2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FXE)
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.54 × 3.86 in. (90.0 × 98.0 mm)
Displacement152.2 cu. in. (2494 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic 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.)
Electric motor (traction motor)
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output105 kW
Maximum torque199 ft•lbf (270 N•m, 27.5 kgf•m)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Ty p eNickel-Metal hydride battery
Vol t a ge7.2 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity34 modules
Overall voltage244.8 V

4398-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait
more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
Drain and refill (Reference
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With filter
Without filter
4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp. qt.)
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp. qt.)

4408-1. Specifications
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
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