2021 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID check transmission fluid

1894-1. Before driving
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Driving
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
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●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if
the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (P. 471)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

5078-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf) while the hybrid system is operating.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at
68F (20C):12.0 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(When checking the voltage, after turning the
power switch off, wait for 30 seconds with the
high beam headlights illuminated, then turn the
high beam headlights off and check the voltage.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal
noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*3.3 in. (85 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4
Steering
Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

548Alphabetical index
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ............. 197
Compartment ........................ 403
Engine switch........................ 196
Hood ..................................... 401
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 196
Identification number ............ 503
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 449
Ignition switch
(power switch) .................... 196
Overheating .......................... 494
Power switch......................... 196
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 506
Checking ............................... 407
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 333
Engine coolant temperature
gauge........................................ 98
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 505
Checking ............................... 404
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 333
Engine switch .......................... 196
Enhanced VSC ......................... 323
EPS
(Electric Power Steering)...... 324
Warning light ......................... 457
EV drive mode.......................... 202
Event data recorder
(EDR) ........................................ 10
Exclusive jump starting
terminal .................................. 487Flat tire ..................................... 471
Floor mats .................................. 24
Fluid
Brake .................................... 507
Hybrid transmission .............. 507
Washer ................................. 410
Front interior light ................... 353
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 48
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 458
Front personal lights............... 353
Front seat heaters ................... 349
Front seats ............................... 155
Adjustment............................ 155
Cleaning ............................... 389
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Driving position memory ....... 159
Head restraints ..................... 164
Power easy access
system ................................ 159
Seat heaters ......................... 349
Seat ventilators ..................... 349
Front side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 218
Replacing light bulbs ............ 445
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 445
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Fuel
Capacity................................ 504
Fuel gauge.............................. 98
Information............................ 510
Refueling .............................. 230
Type.............................. 504, 510
Warning light......................... 458
Fuel consumption ........... 106, 131
Fuel filler door ......................... 230
If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened .............. 234
Refueling .............................. 230
Fuses ........................................ 442F