2021 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID engine

7Introduction
INTRODUCTION
THE NEW WORLD OF
ANTI-THEFT TECHNOLOGY
This Toyota vehicle may be equipped
with an electronic “immobilizer” anti-theft
system. When the key is inserted into the
ignition switch, it transmits an electronic
code to an immobilizer computer. The
engine will only start if the code in the
key matches the code in the immobilizer.
If the code does not match, the immobilizer
disables the ignition and fuel systems.
While an exact physical copy of the key
will open the door and allow retrieval of
items locked in the vehicle, it won’t start
the vehicle unless the key has the same
code as the immobilizer.


SECURITY
For security purposes, access to key
codes and service procedures for
electronically registering replacement
keys is restricted. Only a Toyota dealer
or certain bonded/registered independent
locksmiths can generate replacement keys.
THE IMMOBILIZER KEY

8Introduction
INTRODUCTION
REPLACING THE KEY
Upon purchase, each vehicle should have
two master keys and an aluminum tag
with a key code imprinted on it.
To generate a fully functional replacement
key (one that will both open the doors and
start the engine), one of the master keys
is required. To make a key that will open
the door for retrieval of items locked
inside the vehicle, the aluminum key-code
tag can be used. If a master key or the
aluminum key-code tag is not available,
a Toyota dealer or certain registered
locksmiths can obtain the key code from
a restricted-access database. These
businesses can also access a service
utility to reprogram the immobilizer if
all registered master keys have been
lost. If a Toyota dealer is not available,
please refer to www.aloa.org to nd
a bonded/registered locksmith who
performs high-security key service.


KEEPING THE KEY SAFE
Replacing an immobilizer key may be
costly. It is advisable to keep a spare
master key and the aluminum key-code
tag in a safe place. If you record the
key code in more than one place, do not
record it in a way that can be easily
identied and associated with the vehicle.
It is wise to keep a copy of the key code
outside of the vehicle.
If the vehicle was delivered with less than
two keys and the aluminum key-code tag,
consider having the Toyota dealer or a
qualied independent automotive locksmith
make a duplicate key before you need it.
THE IMMOBILIZER KEY

13Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTY
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED
AND HOW LONG
Basic Warranty
This warranty covers repairs and
adjustments needed to correct defects
in materials or workmanship of any
part supplied by Toyota, subject to the
exceptions indicated under “What
Is Not Covered” on pages 14–15.
Coverage is for 36 months or 36,000 miles,
whichever occurs rst, with the exception of
air conditioning recharge, wheel alignment
and wheel balancing, which are covered for
12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever
occurs rst.
Hybrid System Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed to
correct defects in materials or workmanship
of the components listed here and supplied
by Toyota, subject to the exceptions indicated
under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 14–15.
The Toyota Hybrid Warranty is in effect for
8 years or 100,000 miles from the vehicle’s
in-service date, whichever occurs rst for the
following components:
• Hybrid battery control module
(battery voltage sensor)
• Hybrid control module
(power management control module)
• Inverter with converter
Hybrid Battery Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed to
correct defects in materials or workmanship
of the components listed here and supplied
by Toyota, subject to the exceptions indicated
under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 14–15.
The Toyota Hybrid Battery Warranty is in
effect for 10 years or 150,000 miles from
the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever
occurs rst.


Powertrain Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed to
correct defects in materials or workmanship
of any component listed below and in the
next column and supplied by Toyota, subject
to the exceptions indicated under “What Is
Not Covered” on pages 14–15.
Coverage is for 60 months or 60,000 miles,
whichever occurs rst.
Engine
Cylinder block and head and all internal
parts, timing gears and gaskets, timing
chain/belt and cover, valve covers, oil pan,
oil pump, engine mounts, engine control
computer, water pump, fuel pump, seals
and gaskets.
Transaxle/Motor/Generator
Case and all internal parts, transaxle mounts,
seals and gaskets.
Front-Wheel-Drive System
Final drive housing and all internal parts,
axle shafts, drive shafts, constant velocity
joints, front hub and bearings, seals
and gaskets.

15Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTYMaintenance Expense
Normal maintenance services such as:
• Engine tune-ups
• Replacement of fluids and filters
• Lubrication
• Cleaning and polishing
• Replacement of spark plugs and fuses
• Replacement of worn wiper blades,
brake pads/linings and clutch linings
Vehicles with Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the odometer
has been altered so that actual vehicle
mileage cannot be readily determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been branded as
salvage, total loss, true mileage unknown or
similar title under any state’s law or has ever
been declared a “total loss” or equivalent by
a nancial institution or insurer, such as by
payment for a claim in lieu of repairs because
the cost of repairs exceeded the cash value
of the vehicle. This exclusion does not apply
to the emission control warranties, including
Emission Control Warranty Enhancements or
any open Safety Recalls/SSCs/LSCs.


Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages
associated with a vehicle failure. Such
damages include but are not limited to
inconvenience; the cost of transportation,
telephone calls and lodging; the loss of
personal or commercial property; and the
loss of pay or revenue.
Disclaimer of Extra
Expenses and Damages
The performance of necessary repairs
and adjustments is the exclusive remedy
under this warranty or any implied
warranty. Toyota does not authorize
any person to create for it any other
obligation or liability in connection with
this vehicle. Toyota shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from breach of this written
warranty or any implied warranty. Any
implied warranty of merchantability or
tness for a particular purpose is limited
to the duration of this written warranty,
except in states where this limitation
is not allowed.
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

18Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTY
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
These warranty obligations do not apply
to failures or noncompliance caused by:
• The use of replacement parts not
certified in accordance with aftermarket
parts certification regulations.
• The use of replacement parts not
equivalent in quality or design to
original equipment parts.
Provisions under the “What Is Not
Covered” section of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty also apply to
this warranty.


WARRANTY PARTS LIST
Air/Fuel Metering System
• Air/fuel ratio feedback control system
• Electronic fuel injection system components
–Airflow sensor
–Engine control module (8/80)
–Throttle body
–Other components
Air Induction System
• Intake manifold and intake air surge tank
Catalyst System
• Catalytic converter and protector (8/80)
• Constricted fuel filler neck
• Exhaust manifold
• Exhaust pipe (manifold to catalyst
and/or catalyst to catalyst)
Evaporative Control System
• Charcoal canister
• Diaphragm valve
• Fuel filler cap
• Fuel tank
FEDERAL EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
8/80 = Covered for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

23Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTY
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
Vehicles equipped with a California
Certied Emission Control System
that are registered and operated in
California or any state that adopts
California emission warranty provisions
are covered by this warranty. Currently,
Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland,
Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York,
Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,
Vermont and Washington are the
other states to which this warranty
applies. Vehicles covered by this
warranty are also covered by the
Federal Emission Control Warranty
(see page 17).

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS
AND OBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board (CARB)
and Toyota are pleased to explain the
emission control system warranty for your
2021 vehicle. In California, new motor
vehicles must be designed, built and
equipped to meet the state’s stringent
anti-smog standards. CARB regulations
require that Toyota must warrant the
emission control system on your vehicle
for the time periods indicated on the next
page, provided there has been no abuse,
neglect or improper maintenance of
your vehicle.
Your emission control system may include
parts such as the fuel injection system,
ignition system, catalytic converter and
engine computer. Also included may be
hoses, belts, connectors and other
emissions-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists,
Toyota will repair your vehicle at no cost
to you, including diagnosis, parts and labor.

25Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTY
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
These warranty obligations do not apply
to failures or noncompliance caused by:
• The use of replacement parts not
certified in accordance with aftermarket
parts certification regulations.
• The use of replacement parts not
equivalent in quality or design to
original equipment parts.
Provisions under the “What Is Not Covered”
section of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
also apply to this warranty.
PARTS LIST:
LONG-TERM EMISSION
DEFECT WARRANTY
The parts listed here are covered for seven
years or 70,000 miles from the vehicle’s
in-service date, whichever occurs rst.
Air Induction/Exhaust System
• Cam timing control motor
• Camshaft timing gear bolt
• Intake manifold
• Throttle body
Catalyst System
• Exhaust front pipe
(including catalytic converter)
• Exhaust manifold
(including manifold converter)
EGR System
• EGR cooler


Evaporative Control System
• Charcoal canister
• Fuel tank
Fuel Control System
• Engine control computer
(engine control module)
• Fuel delivery pipe
• Fuel pressure sensor
• High-pressure fuel pump
Hybrid System
• Battery control module
(battery voltage sensor)†
• Brake master cylinder for HV
• Hybrid battery
†
• Hybrid battery junction block
(including system main relay)
• Hybrid control module
†
• Inverter with converter†
• Transaxle (including motor
and generator)
• Water pump with motor
Ignition System
• Knock sensor
† Covered under the Hybrid System Warranty for eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first, with the exception of the
hybrid battery covered for ten years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

35Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
MAINTAINING YOUR WARRANTY
IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION
It is especially important to both
routinely check your vehicle’s engine
oil level (once a month) and regularly
replace the engine oil and oil lter
(see the Maintenance Log section of
this booklet to determine how often
you should change your vehicle’s oil
and lter). Failure to do so can cause
oil starvation and/or oil gelling, which
can result in severe damage to your
vehicle and require costly repairs that
are not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Maintenance Records
Maintaining your vehicle according to
the recommendations in this booklet is
required to ensure that your warranty
coverage remains intact. You should keep
detailed records of vehicle maintenance,
including date of service, mileage at time
of service and a description of service
and/or parts installation performed. The
scheduled maintenance log in this booklet
can help you document this information. If
you sell your vehicle, be sure to give your
maintenance records to the new owner.
Toyota will not deny a warranty claim
solely because you do not have records
to show that you maintained your vehicle.
However, damage or failure caused by lack
of proper maintenance is not covered
under warranty.


Maintenance Providers
Maintenance and repair services may be
performed by you or by any automotive
service provider you choose. Toyota will
not deny a warranty claim solely because
you used a service provider other than a
Toyota dealership for maintenance and
repairs. However, damage or failure
caused by improper maintenance or
repairs is not covered under warranty.
Dealer-Recommended
Maintenance
Your dealer may recommend more
frequent maintenance intervals or more
maintenance services than those listed in
the scheduled maintenance log. These
additional services are not required to
maintain your warranty coverage. Ask
your dealer to explain any recommended
maintenance not included in the scheduled
maintenance log.
For a complete description of Toyota
warranty coverages, see the Warranty
Information portion of this booklet.