Page 1: Chapter 1- 1 Overview Of Instruments And Controls
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1- 1 Overview of instruments and controls " Instrument panel overview " Instrument cluster overview " Indicator symbols on the instrument panel...
Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Instrument panel overview 1. Side vents 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Tilt steering lock release lever 4. Automatic transmission selector lever (column shift) 5. Center vents 6. Electric moon roof switch or front interior light, and front personal lights 7.
Page 3 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U 1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Headlight and turn signal switch and front fog light switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Driving pattern selector button 5. Thermometer 6. Clock 7. Emergency flasher switch 8. Car audio 9.
Page 4: Instrument Cluster Overview
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Instrument cluster overview 1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 4. Odometer and two trip meters 7. Trip meter reset knob 2. Tachometer 5. Speedometer 8. Theft deterrent system/Engine immobiliser system indicator light 3. Service reminder indicators and 6.
Page 5: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) (type A) Brake system warning light Anti-lock brake system warning light (type B) (type B) Seat belt reminder light Open door warning light Rear light failure warning light Discharge warning light Low oil pressure warning light SRS airbag warning light...
Page 6 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Overdrive- off indicator light Driving pattern indicator light Cruise control indicator light Automatic transmission indicator lights Slip indicator light : For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers”...
Page 7: Operation Of Instruments And Controls
If you should lose your keys or if you " glove box and trunk. need additional keys, duplicates can be Theft deterrent system made by a Toyota dealer using the key To protect things locked in the glove box " Fuel tank cap number.
Page 8 Your vehicle is supplied with the two kinds of key. Master key (black)—This key works in ev- ery lock. Your Toyota dealer will need it to make you a new key with built- in transponder chip. Sub key (gray)—This key will not work in the glove box and trunk.
Page 9 If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend you to write down the key number and keep it in safe place.
Page 10: Engine Immobiliser System
The indicator light will go off. For your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built- in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make for you.
Page 11: Side Doors
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Side doors— CAUTION Changes modifications pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment. For vehicles sold in Canada This device complies with RSS- 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 12 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch on the rear side. All the doors lock or unlock simultaneous- Driver’s side REAR DOOR CHILD- PROTECTORS Turn the lock knob to the ”LOCK”...
Page 13: Wireless Remote Control
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Wireless remote control Your vehicle has a wireless remote CAUTION control system that can lock or unlock all the doors, or open the trunk lid Before driving, be sure that the doors from a distance within approximately 1 closed locked, especially...
Page 14: Opening The Trunk Lid
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U If the ignition key is in the ”ON” position, unlocking cannot be performed by the ”UNLOCK” switch. You have 30 seconds to open a door after using the wireless remote unlock feature. If a door is not opened by then, all the doors will be automatically locked again.
Page 15 You can use up to 4 wireless remote con- nents. trol transmitters for the same vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information. Replace the transmitter battery by the fol- lowing procedures: If the wireless remote control transmitter...
Page 16 If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer. If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- dent. MODEL/FCC ID: GQ43VT7T ISC: 1470 K1361 MADE IN U.S.A.
Page 17: Power Windows
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Power windows Window lock button The windows can be operated with the Automatic operation open only): OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WIN- switch on each door. Push the switch completely down and then DOWS release it. The window will fully open. To The power windows work when the ignition Use the switches on the passengers’...
Page 18 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Trunk lid (type A)— CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. " Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.
Page 19: Luggage Security System
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Lock release lever —Luggage security system CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. To open the trunk lid from the driver’s This system deactivates the lock re- seat, pull up on the lock release lever.
Page 20 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Trunk lid (type B)— —Lock release button CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. To open the trunk lid from the outside, To open the trunk lid from the driver’s insert the master key and turn it clock-...
Page 21 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Luggage security system Hood This system helps protect things locked To open the hood: 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the in the trunk by safeguarding the lock auxiliary catch lever and lift 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The release button from unwanted access.
Page 22: Theft Deterrent System
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Theft deterrent system The system will automatically be set after 30 seconds. When the system is set, the indicator light will start flashing again. 4. After making sure the indicator light starts flashing, you may leave the ve- hicle.
Page 23: Testing The System
When refueling, turn off the engine. The alarm will be stopped by the following If the system does not work properly, three ways: have it checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION " Turn the ignition key from the ”LOCK” "...
Page 24: Electric Moon Roof
If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as Tilting operation soon as possible.
Page 25 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U To operate the moon roof, use the You may stop the moon roof at any de- " Never leave small children alone in switches beside the interior light. sired position. The roof will move while the vehicle, especially with the igni- the switch is being pushed and stop when The moon roof works when the ignition tion key still inserted.
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Page 27: Operation Of Instruments And Controls
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Part 1 Seats " While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Tilt steering wheel OPERATION OF hicle occupants should have the seatback " Outside rear view mirrors upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- INSTRUMENTS AND "...
Page 28: Seat Adjustment Precautions
After adjusting the seat position, death serious injury. Consult try sliding it forward and backward your Toyota dealer. to make sure it is locked in posi- " Do not use accessories tion. seats which cover the parts where "...
Page 29 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER 3. DRIVER’S SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING KNOB (FOR FRONT) Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body Turn the knob either way. pressure and release the lever.
Page 30 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat at that position. Do not place anything under the front seats.
Page 31: Driving Position Memory System
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Driving position memory system The micro computer can memorize the CAUTION position of the driver’s seat. Two differ- ent driving position profiles can be en- To reduce the risk of sliding under tered into computer’s memory. the lap belt during a collision, avoid Recording a driving position in the reclining the seatback any more than...
Page 32 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U To make only slight changes to an already CONDITIONS MEMORIZED memorized position, the easiest way is to POSITION ACTIVATION first activate the memorized position, then " Ignition key ”ON” and shift lever in ”P” make the desired changes and perform position step 2 above.
Page 33: Head Restraints
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Head restraints CAUTION CAUTION " " Do not start the vehicle while the Adjust the center of the head re- adjustment are being made. straint so that it is closest to the " top of your ears. Take care not to select the wrong "...
Page 34: Seat Heaters
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Armrest Seat heaters To use the armrest, pull it out as shown above. Front Rear...
Page 35 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions To turn on the seat heater, push the Toyota strongly urges that the driver and NOTICE switch. passengers in the vehicle be properly re- z Do not put unevenly weighed ob- strained at all times with the seat belts The key must be in the ”ON”...
Page 36 Part 5.) Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the death in the event of sudden braking " Replace the belt assembly (includ- use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for or a collision.
Page 37 It also may lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat slow, easy motion will allow the belt to until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your extend, and you can move around freely.
Page 38 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U CAUTION CAUTION " Always make sure the shoulder belt High- positioned belts is positioned across the center of loose- fitting belts both could cause Take up slack your shoulder. The belt should be serious injuries due to sliding un- kept away from your neck, but not der the lap belt during a collision Too high...
Page 39 " If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot To release the belt, press the buckle- re- Sit up straight and well back in the...
Page 40 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Stowing the front center seat belt Too high Adjust to a snug fit Keep as low on hips as possible Remove excess length of the belt and To release the belt, press the buckle- re- front center seat belt...
Page 41: Seat Belt Extender
Please contact your local Toyota dealer so nally intended for. that the dealer can order the proper re- quired length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop- er measurement and selection of length.
Page 42: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
" If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. The driver and front passenger’s seat This indicator comes on when the igni- belt pretensioners are designed to be tion key is turned to the ”ACC” or activated in response to a severe fron- ”ON”...
Page 43 Do not perform any of the following may be released. This gas is harmless changes without consulting your and does not indicate that a fire is occur- Toyota dealer. Such changes ring. interfere with proper operation of the seat belt...
Page 44: Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags
Contact your Toyota dealer belts. soon possible service "...
Page 45 Toyota wheel or dashboard. The passenger airbag strongly recommends that: is activated even with no passenger in the " front seat. The driver sit as far back as pos- sible from the steering wheel while Be sure to wear your seat belt.
Page 46 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U If the severity of the impact is below the above threshold level, the SRS airbags may not deploy. However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes Collision from the rear an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if it is involved in an underride collision (e.g.
Page 47 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators momentarily fills the air- Hitting a curb, edge Falling into or bags with non- toxic gas to help restrain pavement jumping over a the forward motion of the occupants.
Page 48 The front seat occupants can restraint system. Toyota strongly be killed or seriously injured by an recommends that all infants and inflating airbag if they do not wear children be placed in the rear seat the available seat belts.
Page 49 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U " A forward- facing child restraint sys- tem should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is un- avoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
Page 50 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U " Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components such as the steering wheel column cover, front passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag, airbag sensor as- sembly. Doing any of these may cause sudden SRS airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury.
Page 51 Modification of the suspension sys- z Modification of the front end struc- This SRS airbag system has a service In the following cases, contact your Toyota ture reminder indicator to inform the driver of dealer as soon as possible:...
Page 52: Srs Side Airbags
”ACC” or side airbag, Toyota strongly recom- vide further protection for occupants in ”ON” position. It goes off after about...
Page 53 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U There may be the case that the SRS side airbags will not activate with such an im- pact in which the occupant wearing the seat belt correctly would not get serious injury. Collision from the rear The SRS side airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger compartment gets a severe impact from the side.
Page 54 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U In a severe side impact, the side airbag CAUTION sensor triggers the side airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators " The SRS side airbag system is de- momentarily fills the airbags with non- tox- signed only as a supplement to the ic gas to help restrain the forward or lat- primary...
Page 55 An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seat vehicle properly strained.
Page 56 Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. " The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ”ACC” or ”ON” position, or remains on.
Page 57: Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child NOTICE restraint systems children small enough to use them. Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. The laws of all fifty states in the U.S.A.
Page 58: Child Restraint System
—Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small " " Toyota strongly urges use of A forward- facing child restraint sys- child or baby must itself be properly proper child restraint system which tem should be allowed to put on...
Page 59 " Never put a rear- facing child re- place following the manufacturer’s your Toyota dealer. straint system on the front seat. In instructions. If it is not restrained " CRS installation kit...
Page 60: Types Of Child Restraint System
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.
Page 61 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Installation with 3- point type seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION " CAUTION Do not put a rear- facing child re- An infant seat is used in rear- facing straint system on the rear seat if it position only.
Page 62 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is use the seat until the seat belt is...
Page 63 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle- release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely.
Page 64 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Move seat fully back (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION " CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint sys- A convertible seat is used in forward- tem should be allowed to put on facing and rear- facing position depend- "...
Page 65 Contact your 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through " Toyota dealer immediately. Do not Do not put a rear- facing child re- or around the convertible seat following use the seat until the seat belt is straint system on the rear seat if it...
Page 66 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and then retracted even slightly, it cannot seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Make sure the seat belt is securely be extended.
Page 67 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Move seat fully back 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle- release button and allow the A booster seat is used in forward- fac- belt to retract completely. The belt will ing position only.
Page 68 Contact your is positioned across the center of Toyota dealer immediately. Do not child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the seat until the seat belt is kept away from child’s neck, but fixed. not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail-...
Page 69 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Installation with 2- point type seat belt 2. To remove the child restraint system, CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION press the buckle- release button and al- A convertible seat is used in forward- low the belt to retract. facing and rear- facing position depend- "...
Page 70 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U With the child restraint system installed, Same angle check that your driving position is satis- factory and that the child restraint system does not interfere with your driving. Move both front If your driving position is not satisfactory, seats fully back or the child restraint system interferes with your driving, install it at another posi-...
Page 71 Contact your 2. While pressing convertible seat Toyota dealer immediately. Do not CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and use the seat until the seat belt is seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling fixed. Make sure the seat belt is securely its free end to hold the convertible seat locked.
Page 72 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Top strap anchors and locations Bolt Spacer Anchor bracket 380 mm (15.0 in.) 47 mm (1.9 in.) 67.5 mm (2.7 in.) 3. To remove the convertible seat, press If your child restraint system requires a. Using the illustration as a guide, run the buckle- release button and allow the the use of a top strap, latch the hook your fingers across the trim of the filler...
Page 73: Outside Rear View Mirrors
3 anchor locations shown in the il- lustration. If your child restraint system does not provide any of the necessary parts, ask your Toyota dealer. (See ”—Child restraint system”.) To change the steering wheel angle, Adjust the mirror so that you can see hold the steering wheel, pull the lock the side of your vehicle in the mirror.
Page 74: Power Rear View Mirror Control
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Power rear view mirror control To adjust a mirror, use the switches. CAUTION 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to be adjusted " Do not adjust the mirror while the Place the switch at ”L” (left) or ”R” vehicle is moving.
Page 75: Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Anti- glare inside rear view mirror Vanity mirrors CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. Adjust the mirror so that you can just To use the vanity mirrors, swing down see the rear of your vehicle in the mir-...
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Page 77: Operation Of Instruments And Controls
If you feel that the automatic light control above " Rear personal lights comes into operation too early or too late, Position 3 (”AUTO”)—Headlights and/or all have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota " Ignition switch light of the above dealer. "...
Page 78: Turn Signals
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the ignition key in the ”ACC” or ”LOCK” position. To turn them on again, turn the key to the ”ON” position or actuate the headlight switch.
Page 79 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system) NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system (all mod- els in Canada and some models in the U.S.A.) The headlights turn on at reduced intensi-...
Page 80: Emergency Flashers
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 81: Instrument Panel Light Control
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light Type A To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist ment panel lights, turn the dial. the band of the headlight and turn sig- nal switch lever.
Page 82: Front Personal Lights
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Front personal lights To turn on the front personal lights, push the switch. To turn the lights off, push the switch once again. Type C With moon roof To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.
Page 83: Rear Personal Lights
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Rear personal lights Ignition switch light Windshield wipers and washer To turn on the rear personal light, push For easy access to the ignition switch, To turn on the windshield wipers, move the switch. To turn the light off, push the ignition switch light comes on when the lever to the desired setting.
Page 84: Headlight Cleaner
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Rear window and outside rear Headlight cleaner view mirror defoggers To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see ”Adding washer fluid”...
Page 85 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U CAUTION Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, keep your hands off them when the defogger switch is on. The system will automatically shut off af- ter the defogger has operated about 15 minutes. Make sure you turn the defoggers off when the surfaces are clear.
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Page 87: Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators
Gauges, Meters and The indicator lamp goes off after driving sev- eral times. If the indicator lamp does not Service reminder go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon indicators as possible. " Fuel gauge The gauge works when the ignition switch is on and indicates the approxi- "...
Page 88: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer " Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic. " Towing a trailer. NOTICE z Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat.
Page 89: Odometer And Two Trip Meters
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Odometer and two trip meters Thermometer 3. Trip meter reset knob—It can reset the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each...
Page 90: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
Fill up tank. on, the brightness of the display will be re- (type A) is off, stop and duced. check. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. (type A) (type B) Fasten seat belts. (type B) (Indicator and buzzer) Close all doors.
Page 91 If the brakes are not working, have the charged. Turn off the air conditioning, vehicle towed in for repairs. (For tow- blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to ing information, see Part 4.) the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.
Page 92 Toyota dealer as soon as lock- up during sudden braking or braking briefly after a hard stop. There is no possible.
Page 93 This light will come on when the igni- the parts monitored by the warning light tion key is turned to the ”ACC” or system. Contact your Toyota dealer as ”ON” position. After about 6 seconds, soon as possible to service the vehicle.
Page 94 If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit in need of repair. Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Page 95: Chapter 1- 6 Ignition Switch, Transmission And Parking Brake
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Ignition switch with steering lock Part 1 You must push in the key to turn the key OPERATION OF from ”ACC” to the ”LOCK” position. The selector lever must be in the ”P” position INSTRUMENTS AND before pushing the key.
Page 96: Automatic Transmission
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Automatic transmission "Floor shift type Lock release button Driving pattern selector button To prevent misshifting For selecting a driving pattern suited to existing driving conditions Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position ”PWR”...
Page 97 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U "Column shift type Driving pattern selector button Parking, engine starting For selecting a driving pattern suited to and key removal position existing driving conditions Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine braking ”NORM” ”PWR”...
Page 98 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Your automatic transmission has a shift Shift into the ”L” position. The trans- CAUTION lock system to minimize the possibility of mission will downshift to the first gear incorrect operation. This means you can When the vehicle speed drops down to Never put your foot on the accelera- only shift out of ”P”...
Page 99 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U (c) Using ”2” and ”L” positions (e) Parking z Do not continue hill climbing or The ”2” and ”L” positions are used for 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. hard towing for a long time in the strong engine braking as described pre- ”2”...
Page 100 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck NOTICE CAUTION CAUTION If you rock your vehicle, observe the Always keep your foot on the brake following precautions to prevent dam- pedal while stopped with the engine your vehicle becomes stuck age to the transmission and other running.
Page 101: Parking Brake
To release: Pull the lever. ”PWR” mode indicator light comes on. To remind you that the parking brake is For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends set, the parking brake reminder light in using the ”NORM” mode to improve fuel the instrument panel remains on until you economy.
Page 102: Cruise Control
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance, although slight...
Page 103 To decrease the comes on. vehicle speed, reset to a slower speed If this is the case, contact your Toyota with the cruise control lever or depress dealer and have your vehicle inspected. the brake pedal. If you use the brake...
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Page 105: Air Conditioning System
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Car audio system— —Reference Part 1 Air conditioning system OPERATION OF Controls INSTRUMENTS AND Air flow selector settings CONTROLS— Operating tips Instrument panel vents Chapter 1- 7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system · Type 1- 1: AM FM ETR radio/cassette player/ Car audio system compact disc auto changer controller...
Page 106 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U · Type 3- 1: AM FM ETR radio/cassette player/com- pact disc player/compact disc auto changer con- troller · · Type 2: AM FM ETR radio/compact disc play- Type 3- 2: AM FM ETR radio/cassette player/com- er/compact disc auto changer controller pact disc player/compact disc auto changer con- troller...
Page 107 This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE YOUR RADIO ANTENNA features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and Your vehicle has an antenna printed on information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of the inside of the rear window.
Page 108 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1- 1 YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc.
Page 109 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U "Type 1- 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
Page 110 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Details of specific buttons, controls, and 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) features are described in the alphabetical These buttons are used to preset and Cassette Player listing that follows. tune in radio stations. Push the fast forward button to fast for- To preset a station to a button: Tune in ward a cassette tape.
Page 111 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U high- pitch tone adjustment, push CD (Compact Disc) ”AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Push ”CD” to switch from radio or cas- until ”TRE” appears on the display. Then will appear on the display.
Page 112 If the malfunction is not rectified, take side). your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. ”DOLBY” and the Auto- reverse feature: After the cassette DISC "...
Page 113 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) Compact disc auto changer only— There are two random features—you can Cassette Player Repeating a disc: either listen to the tracks on all the com- Push and hold ”RPT” until you hear a Type 1- 2 only pact discs in the magazine in random or- beep.
Page 114 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U To scan all the frequencies: Compact disc auto changer only— Cassette Player Quickly push and release ”SCAN”. If you Scanning for the first tracks of all the By using this button, you can skip up or hear a beep, you held the button too long, discs in the magazine: down to a different track.
Page 115 Tuning remaining on the current cassette side. reception when a stereo broadcast is re- Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio After the beginning of the tape is ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or...
Page 116 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U "Type 2...
Page 117 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Details of specific buttons, controls, and 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) features are described in the alphabetical These buttons are used to preset and If you want to fast forward or reverse listing that follows.
Page 118 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U AUDIO CONTROL / MODE Sound balance adjustment function— CD (Compact Disc) Manual tone adjustment function— This knob is also used to adjust the Push ”CD” to switch from radio operation sound balance between the front and rear, to compact disc operation.
Page 119 If the malfunction is not rectified, take tracks in the magazine in random order. button again to turn off the repeat feature. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. To turn off the random feature, push the Compact disc auto changer only—...
Page 120 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U SCAN Compact disc player ST (Stereo reception) display Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- Your radio automatically changes to stereo ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or reception when a stereo broadcast is re- You can either scan all the frequencies on scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ceived.
Page 121 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U "Type 3- 1 TUNE (Tuning) Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or ”"” (down) side of ”TUNE” to step up or down the station band. (If you hear a beep, you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode.)
Page 122 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U "Type 3- 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
Page 123 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Details of specific buttons, controls, and 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) features are described in the alphabetical These buttons are used to preset and Cassette Player listing that follows. tune in radio stations. Push the fast forward button to fast for- To preset a station to a button: Tune in ward a cassette tape.
Page 124 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U AM F M Type 3- 1 only: CD (Compact Disc) For middle- pitch tone adjustment, push Push ”AM F M” to switch between the AM Push ”CD” to switch from radio or cas- ”AUDIO CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly and FM bands.”AM”, ”FM1”...
Page 125 If the malfunction is not rectified, take PWR·VOL (Power·Volume) your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. ”DOLBY” and the Push ”PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system DISC "...
Page 126 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Compact Disc Player SCAN Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND” There are two repeat features—you can Radio will appear on the display. The disc you either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on are listening to will play in random order.
Page 127 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Compact disc player SEEK (Seeking) When counting the number of tracks you want to rewind, remember to count the There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio current track as well. For example, if you ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or In the seek mode, the radio finds and want to rewind to a song that is two be- scan the first tracks of all the discs in the...
Page 128: Car Audio System Operating Hints
AM signals. And of course, radio signals Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio the amount of channel separation to prev- have a limited range, and the farther you (ETR).
Page 129 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Use high- quality cassettes. Fading and drifting stations- Generally, the Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low- quality cassette tapes can cause effective range of FM is about 40 km (25 the upper atmosphere- especially at night. many problems, including poor sound, miles).
Page 130: Caring For Your Compact Disc Player And Discs
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries. Handle compact discs carefully, espe- cially when you are inserting them.
Page 131 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible la- ser beam which could cause hazard- radiation exposure directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed.
Page 132 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Air conditioning system— —Controls "Type 1: Manual air conditioning controls 1. Air Intake Selector 2. ”A/C” Button 3. Air Flow Selector 4. Temperature Selector 5. Fan Speed Selector...
Page 133 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U "Type 2: Automatic air conditioning controls 1. Air Intake Selector 2. ”A/C” Button 3. Air Flow Selector 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. ”OFF” Button 6. ”AUTO” Button 7. Temperature Selector...
Page 134 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U ”AUTO” button (type 2 only) 4. Floor/Windshield—Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield For automatic operation of the air condi- vents. tioning, press the ”AUTO” button. An indi- cator light will illuminate to show that the 5.
Page 135 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. Type 2 only—In automatic operation, you do not have to select the air intake unless you desire another air intake mode.
Page 136: Air Flow Selector Settings
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Air flow selector settings —Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 137 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Heating Air conditioning Type 2— For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: Press in the ”AUTO” button. Temperature—To the desired Type 1— Type 1— temperature Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Air conditioning—OFF Temperature—Towards WARM Temperature—Towards COLD...
Page 138 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Type 2— The outside of the windshield Pressing the windshield button turns on the defroster- linked air conditioning. At For best results, set controls to: Temperature—Towards high this time, the ”A/C” button indicator comes temperature to heat; Type 1—...
Page 139: Instrument Panel Vents
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Instrument panel vents If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown. Side vents Lower vent...
Page 140: Chapter 1- 8 Other Equipment
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Part 1 Clock If the electrical power source has been OPERATION OF disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one INSTRUMENTS AND o’clock). CONTROLS— When instrument panel lights turned on, the brightness of the time in- dication will be reduced.
Page 141: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtray
”ACC” position. clockwise. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed CAUTION Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or To reduce the chance of injury in equivalent for replacement. case of an accident or a sudden stop, always...
Page 142: Auxiliary Box
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Cup holder (with separate front seat) Auxiliary box CAUTION " Do not place anything else other than cups or drink- cans on the cup holder, as such item may be thrown about in the compartment and poss- ibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an acci- dent.
Page 143: Traction Control System
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Cup holder (with bench front seat) Traction control system The cup holder is designed for holding cups drink- cans securely holes. To use the cup holder, open the armrest lid, pull out the cup holder. Then close the armrest lid.
Page 144: Manual Operation
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U AUTOMATIC TRACTION CONTROL SYS- When getting the vehicle out of mud or new snow, etc. the traction control system will help operate to prevent the wheels The traction control system automatical- from spinning. ly helps control the spinning of the front wheels which may occur when ac- celerating on slippery road surfaces, thus assisting driver to control the driv-...
Page 145: Floor Mat
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Floor mat CAUTION Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicles and power to the front wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which...
Page 146: Information Before Driving Your Toyota
1600 km (1000 miles) can add To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your YOUR TOYOTA to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- your vehicle: ing. The special nozzle on pumps with "...
Page 147 Toyota recommends the use of gasolines than stated above will cause persistent that meet the AAMA specification, if avail- If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be heavy knocking. If it is severe, this will able, for improved driveability and emis- sure that it is unleaded, has an octane lead to engine damage.
Page 148: Fuel Tank Capacity
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Operation in foreign countries Three- way catalytic converter If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE another country... z Do use gasohol other than First, comply with the vehicle registration stated above. It will cause fuel sys- laws.
Page 149 Remember, your Toyota z Use only unleaded gasoline. dealer knows your vehicle and its three- way catalytic converter sys-...
Page 150: Engine Exhaust Cautions
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Facts about engine oil consumption Engine exhaust cautions FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL " CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while Engine oil has the primary functions of driving. An open or unsealed trunk lubricating and cooling the inside of the "...
Page 151: Twin Ground Electrode Platinum- Tipped Spark Plugs
More oil is consumed by high- speed driv- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil ing and frequent acceleration and decel- level be checked every time you refuel Your engine is fitted with twin ground eration.
Page 152: Brake Booster
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE You may hear a sound in the engine CAUTION SYSTEM compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle The tandem master cylinder brake system "...
Page 153 Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- sible. Type B...
Page 154: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
" Be careful to keep the vehicle bal- brake shoes and/or drums are replaced. anced. Locating the weight as far for- Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed- ward as possible helps maintain bal- ding- down. ance. "...
Page 155: Your Toyota's Identification- -Vehicle Identification Number
Certification Label. This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
Page 156: Engine Number
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) —Engine number Suspension and chassis Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lit kits, spacers, springs, etc.
Page 157: Types Of Tires
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Types of tires Make sure what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires " Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high- speed capability tires on your vehicle as this can tires best suited to highway driving under cause dangerous handling charac- dry conditions.
Page 158: Starting And Driving
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U How to start the engine— (a) Before cranking Part 3 Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. STARTING AND fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- DRIVING 2.
Page 159: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
If the engine will not start... ing brake depressed. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road See ”If your vehicle will not start” in Part and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
Page 160: Winter Driving Tips
When it is extremely cold, we recommend reduce your speed and downshift. wet, your vehicle will require a to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to Remember, if you ride the brakes longer stopping distance, provide protection down to about -50 C...
Page 161: Trailer Towing
If you are not sure about mulated in and around the parking brake on the proper use of correct equipment which oil to use, call your Toyota deal- mechanism may freeze, making it hard to cautious driving habits.
Page 162: Weight Limits
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U WEIGHT LIMITS " Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- Before towing, make sure the total trailer ent weight capacities established by weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle the hitch manufacturer. Even though weight and trailer tongue load are all with- the vehicle may be physically capa- in the limits.
Page 163 Tongue load 100 = 9 to 11% " Toyota recommends removing the trail- Total trailer weight er hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch "...
Page 164: Maintenance
Never tow a trailer without using a " " Toyota recommends trailers with brakes Toyota recommends that you do not safety chain securely attached to that conform to any applicable federal tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a both the trailer and the vehicle.
Page 165: Trailer Towing Tips
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U " " " Make sure the trailer cargo is securely Backing with a trailer is difficult and Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. loaded so that it can not shift. requires practice. Grip the bottom of The trailer could hit your vehicle in a "...
Page 166 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U " Be careful when passing other ve- 1. Apply the brakes and hold. CAUTION hicles. Passing requires considerable 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- distance. After passing a vehicle, do der both the vehicle and trailer wheels. "...
Page 167: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too " " Getting more kilometers/mileage from a Avoid continuous speeding up and Keep the bottom of your vehicle free liter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it slowing down.
Page 168: In Case Of An Emergency
If your engine stalls while they work, your key may be broken. Have fire hazard. driving the key checked at your Toyota dealer. If " none of your keys work, the system is If your vehicle overheats If the engine turns over at its normal possibly broken.
Page 169 " correct. Batteries contain sulfuric acid adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer which is poisonous and corrosive. or qualified repair shop for assistance. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling NOTICE acid on your skin, clothing, or ve- hicle.
Page 170: Jump-Starting Procedure
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE Jumper cable Discharged battery 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. Booster 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs battery from the booster and discharged batter- ies.
Page 171: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U If your engine stalls while driving 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving... After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping for several minutes with the accelerator a straight line.
Page 172: If Your Vehicle Overheats
You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and...
Page 173: If You Have A Flat Tire
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping " NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm a straight line. Move cautiously off the ground, firmly set the parking brake road to a safe place well away from Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in ”P”.
Page 174: Required Tools And Spare Tire
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the required tools and spare Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: tire. To remove: Turn the joint in the direction 1. Loosen the nut and remove it. 1.
Page 175: Removing Wheel Ornament
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown. CAUTION Do not try to pull off the ornament by hand.
Page 176: Loosening Wheel Nuts
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in point as shown. the vehicle, raise it high enough so Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- that the spare tire can be installed.
Page 177: Changing Wheels
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such.
Page 178: Reinstalling Wheel Nuts
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger 9.
Page 179: Reinstalling Wheel Ornament
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Reinstalling wheel ornament —After changing wheels 10. Reinstall the wheel ornament. 11. Check the air pressure of the re- placed tire. 1. Put the wheel ornament into position. Adjust the air pressure to the specification On some models, align the cutout of the designated in Part 8.
Page 180: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend CAUTION (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- —From front Before driving, make sure all vice. In consultation with them, have...
Page 181: Towing Precautions
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U TOWING PRECAUTIONS: z Do not tow with the key removed or (c) Towing with sling type Use a safety chain system for all towing, in the ”LOCK” position when tow- truck and abide by the state/provincial and local ing from the rear without a towing laws.
Page 182: Emergency Towing
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend CAUTION you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Use extreme caution when towing ve- vice. hicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic...
Page 183 6. Start the engine. For your safety, 2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed keep the brake pedal depressed. screwdriver or equivalent. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Page 184: If You Lose Your Keys
Vehicles with engine immobiliser system— Even if you lose only one key, contact your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If you lose all your master keys, you cannot make new keys; the whole system must be replaced.
Page 185: If You Lose Your Wireless Remote Control Transmitter
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U If you lose your wireless remote control transmitter You can purchase a new wireless re- mote control transmitter at your Toyota dealer. You can use the wireless remote control system with the new transmitter. Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information.
Page 186: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care
Now, it is up to you. Proper " High temperatures will cause corrosion care of your Toyota can help ensure long- to those components of the vehicle " Protecting your Toyota from term corrosion prevention. which are prevented from quick- drying...
Page 187: Washing And Waxing Your Toyota
We recommend See ”Washing and waxing your Toyota” for " When driving in the areas where there that the fittings and the area where the more tips.
Page 188 1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- 3. Rinse thoroughly—dried soap Waxing your Toyota move any mud or road salt from the cause streaking. In hot weather you Polishing and waxing is recommended underside of the vehicle or in the...
Page 189: Cleaning The Interior
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Cleaning the interior First vacuum over the upholstery to re- Do not apply water—the best results are CAUTION move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the possible.
Page 190 Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer above. Immediately clean any spill them. z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic using the method mentioned above. fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the...
Page 191 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U...
Page 192: Vehicle Maintenance And Care
Guide” or ”Owner’s Manual general maintenance items are performed Supplement”. regularly. These checks or inspections can be done either by yourself or a qualified technician, or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 193: General Maintenance
Part 7. ranty Information Booklet” or ”Owner’s vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- If you are a skilled do- it- yourself mechan- Manual Supplement” for complete war- fied service shop immediately.
Page 194: Inside The Vehicle
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Tire surface and wheel nuts Lights Brake pedal Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail Check the pedal for smooth operation and or excessive wear. See Chapter 7- 2 for lights, turn signal lights, and other lights that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Page 195 If you notice any of these clues, take your Make sure the coolant level is between mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as the ”FULL” and ”LOW” lines on the see- indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
Page 196: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7- 1 Introduction " Engine compartment overview " Fuse locations " Do- it- yourself service precautions " Parts and tools...
Page 197: Engine Compartment Overview
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Engine compartment overview 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuse blocks 6. Battery 7. Electric cooling fans 8. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid tank...
Page 198: Fuse Locations
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Fuse locations Spare fuses Models with daytime running light system and models for California...
Page 199: Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions
Read separate compartment—the engine, radiator, Toyota Warranty statement for details and exhaust manifold and spark plug suggestions. boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care- This part gives instructions only for those ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids items that are relatively easy for an owner and spark plugs may also be hot.
Page 200 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U " " z Do not allow dirt or anything else Do not get under your vehicle with Do not leave used oil within the to fall through the spark plug holes. just the body jack supporting it. Al- reach of children.
Page 201: Parts And Tools
Be careful not to scratch the glass need on performing do- it- yourself mainte- Parts (if level is low): surface with the wiper frame. nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- " SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 z When...
Page 202 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Checking and replacing fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): " Fuse with same amperage rating as original Tools: " Screwdriver (for passenger’s side kick panel screw) Adding washer fluid Parts: " Water " Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: "...
Page 203 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U...
Page 204: Chapter 7- 2 Engine And Chassis
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Part 7 Checking the engine oil level DO- IT- YOURSELF CAUTION Low level Full level MAINTENANCE— Be careful not to touch the hot ex- haust manifold. Chapter 7- 2 If the oil level is below or only slightly Engine and Chassis above the low level, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine.
Page 205 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Engine oil selection Oil identification marks Use API grade SJ, ”Energy- Conserving” Either or both API registered marks are or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. Recommended viscosity (SAE): The API Service Symbol is located any- where on the outside of the container.
Page 206: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
Follow the manufac- turer’s directions for how much to mix If you can find no leak, have your Toyota with plain water (preferably demineralized dealer test the cap pressure and check water or distilled water). The total capacity for leaks in the cooling system.
Page 207: Checking Brake Fluid
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Checking brake fluid Checking power steering fluid If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir. Open Remove and replace the reservoir cover If hot O.K. by hand.
Page 208: Checking Tire Pressure
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it Keep your tire pressures at the proper checked by your Toyota dealer. level. CAUTION The following instructions for checking The recommended cold tire pressures, tire...
Page 209: Checking And Replacing Tires
If the indicators show, re- tires stored for future use. place the tires. REPLACING YOUR TIRES The tires on your Toyota have built- in tread wear indicators to help you know When replacing a tire, use only the when the tires need replacement. When same size and construction as original- the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06...
Page 210: Rotating Tires
Toyota. Do not use tires other than those men- Toyota recommends all four tires, or at tioned above. Do not install studded tires least both of the front or rear tires be without first checking local regulations for To equalize tire wear and help extend replaced at a time as a set.
Page 211: Replacing Wheels
" Correct replacement wheels are available Avoid sharp turns or locked- wheel chains. at your Toyota dealer. braking, as use of chains may ad- Regulations regarding the use of tire versely affect vehicle handling. A wheel of a different size or type may...
Page 212: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
" When using tire chains, be careful not for a tubeless tire. to damage the aluminum wheels. " Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. " When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
Page 213 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U...
Page 214: Chapter 7- 3 Electrical Components
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Checking battery condition— —Precautions Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF " CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If MAINTENANCE— BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and "...
Page 215 If the terminal connections are loose, Have battery tighten their clamp nuts—but do not DARK WHITE checked your overtighten. Toyota dealer. c. Tighten hold- down clamp only enough to keep the battery firmly in Have battery CLEAR or place. Overtightening may damage the...
Page 216: Battery Recharging Precautions
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Type A Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable. 2.
Page 217: Adding Washer Fluid
Add washer tool is shown in the illustration. tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as fluid. soon as possible. If you are not sure whether the fuse has You may use plain water as washer fluid.
Page 218: Replacing Light Bulbs
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Replacing light bulbs— The following illustrations show how to Bulb Glove box light — Light bulbs Type gain access to the bulbs. When replacing Door courtesy a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and Headlights lights light switch are off.
Page 219 3. Install a new bulb and the connector ing the lock release. into the mounting hole. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 220 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Front fog lights Removing cover clips 1. Remove the bolts and clips, take out 2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and remove it. the engine under cover. Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations. Installing cover clips...
Page 221 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U 3. Disconnect the cords. 4. Release the bulb retaining spring 5. Connect the cords and install the and remove the bulb. Install a new cover by turning it clockwise. bulb and the bulb retaining spring. Install the engine under cover securely. To install the bulb, align the cutouts of the bulb with the protrusions of the mounting hole.
Page 222 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Rear turn signal, stop and tail, rear side maker —Parking and front turn signal lights lights Use a Phillips- head screwdriver.
Page 223 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —Stop and tail, and back- up lights a: Rear turn signal light Remove and install the cover clips as Removing cover clips b: Stop and tail light shown in the following illustrations. c: Rear side maker light Installing cover clips...
Page 224: License Plate Lights
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —License plate lights Remove and install the cover clips as Removing cover clips shown in the following illustrations. a: Stop and tail light Installing cover clips b: Back- up light...
Page 225 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —High mounted stoplight (type A)
Page 226 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U —High mounted stoplight (type B)
Page 227 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U...
Page 228: Specifications
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Part 8 Dimensions and weight SPECIFICATIONS Overall length mm (in.) 4875 (192.0) Overall width mm (in.) 1790 (70.5) " Dimensions and weight Overall height mm (in.) 1440 (56.7) " Engine Wheelbase mm (in.) 2720 (107.0) " Fuel Front tread mm (in.)
Page 229: Engine Lubrication
’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 1MZ- FE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Type: Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010) For improved vehicle performance, the 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle, gasoline Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)
Page 230 (in.) Coolant type: Recommended oil viscosity (SAE): 70 (2.8) ”Toyota Long Life Coolant” or equivalent Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): With ethylene- glycol type coolant for a 1—6 (0.04—0.24) proper corrosion protection of aluminum components Pad wear limit, in.
Page 231 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Tires Fuses Tire size: P205/65R15 92H Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi): 220 (2.2, 32) Wheel size: Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 103 (10.5, 76) Engine compartment (without daytime run- Engine compartment (with daytime run- ning light system) ning light system) Fuses (type A)
Page 232 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U models with day- Engine compartment Engine compartment ( Instrument panel time running light system and models for California 10. HEAD HI (LH) 15 A: Left- hand head- 15. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse 23. DRL 5 A (models with daytime run- light (high beam) ning light system): Daytime running 16.
Page 233 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U 30. GAUGE Gauge and meter, 35. CIG/RADIO 15 A: Cigarette lighter, in- buck- up lights, interior lights, charging terior lights, clock, SRS airbag system, system, electronically controlled auto- seat belt pretensioners, shift lock sys- matic transmission system, cruise con- tem, electronically controlled automatic trol system, power door lock system, transmission system, air conditioning...
Page 234 ’99 AVALON (USA/CANADA)- U Fuses (type C) 45. ALT 120 A: Charging system 46. AM1 ”RR DEF”, ”DOOR”, ”POWER”, ”TAIL”, ”PANEL”, ”SEAT HEATER”, ”SRS” and ”STOP” fuses 47. ABS 60 A: Anti- lock brake system 48. IG ”CIG/RADIO” ”GAUGE” fuses 49.
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Page 236: Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners And Uniform Tire Quality Grading
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Page 237: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
A tire marked C may have tire failure. quality grading. poor traction performance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.
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