Page 1 When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number: U.S. OWNERS: Toyota Customer Assistance Center Toll−free:1−800−331−4331...
Page 2: Important Information About This Manual
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Important information about this manual Safety and vehicle damage warnings Safety symbol Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle dam- age warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage. The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are used in this manual are explained as follows: CAUTION...
Page 3 Important information about your Toyota New vehicle warranty Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accesso- D New vehicle warranty...
Page 4 The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all re- is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as quirements of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equip- they are, this may cause an accident such as fire.
Page 5 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
Page 6: Instrument Panel Overview
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Instrument panel overview "With bucket front seat 1. Side vents 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Garage door opener 4. Center vents 5. Electric moon roof switch and/or front interior light, and front personal lights, auxiliary box 6.
Page 7: Controls
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 1. Power rear view mirror control switches 2. Headlight and turn signal switch and front fog light switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Emergency flasher switch 5. Car audio 6. Air conditioning controls 7. Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch 8.
Page 8 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) "With bench type front seat 1. Side vents 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Automatic transmission selector lever 4. Garage door opener 5. Center vents 6. Electric moon roof switch and/or front interior light, and front personal lights, auxiliary box 7.
Page 9: Controls
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 1. Power rear view mirror control switches 2. Headlight and turn signal switch and front fog light switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Emergency flasher switch 5. Car audio 6. Air conditioning controls 7. Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch 8.
Page 10: Instrument Cluster Overview
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Instrument cluster overview "Type A ∗ 1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5. Theft deterrent system/Engine 9. “ADJ” button immobiliser system indicator light ∗ 2. Tachometer 10. “MODE” button 6. Odometer and two trip meters 3. Service reminder indicators and 11.
Page 11 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) "Type B ∗ 1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 6. Clock 11. “RESET/ADJ” button ∗ 2. Tachometer 7. Outside temperature gauge 12. “DISPLAY” button 3. Service reminder indicators and 8. Multi−information display 13. Odometer and two trip meters indicator lights ∗...
Page 12: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Brake system warning light Anti−lock brake system warning light ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Driver’s seat belt reminder light Open door warning light ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Rear light failure warning light ∗...
Page 13 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Overdrive−off indicator light ∗ 2 Cruise control indicator light Automatic transmission indicator lights Slip indicator light ∗ 1 : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers”...
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Page 15: Table Of Contents
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys ............Engine immobiliser system .
Page 16: Keys
Toyota dealer using the key 2. Sub key (gray)—This key will not work number. in the glove box, trunk and armrest To protect things locked in the glove box door in the rear seat.
Page 17 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) To protect things locked in the glove box or trunk when you have your vehicle parked, leave the sub key with the atten- dant. Since the doors and trunk lid can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the ve- hicle.
Page 18 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 19: 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 20: Side Doors
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Side doors— For vehicles sold in U.S.A. For vehicles sold in Canada FCC ID: MOZ RI−4ETY This device complies with RSS−210 of MADE IN JAPAN Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: FCC ID: NT8−15607YU3FXCVR (1) This device may not cause interfer- MADE IN CANADA...
Page 21 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) If the vehicle is subjected to a severe frontal, rear or side impact with the igni- tion switch turned to the “ON” position, all doors will unlock automatically after a few seconds. Driver’s side LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB...
Page 22 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH CAUTION POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. Before driving, be sure that the doors To lock: Push the switch on the front side. closed locked, especially To unlock: Push the switch on the rear when small children are in the ve- side.
Page 23 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Automatic door locking and unlocking functions (vehicles with automatic transmission) You can select the following modes of Mode 4—Automatic locking and un- 4. Within 10 seconds after the ignition the automatic locking and unlocking locking linked with the shift position switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 24 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Wireless remote control Your vehicle has a wireless remote To unlock: Push the “UNLOCK” switch control system that can lock or unlock once to unlock the driver’s door alone. all the doors, open the trunk lid, or Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds activate “PANIC”...
Page 25 Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed tempting to break into or damage your To open the trunk lid with the master key, information.
Page 26 If you lose your transmitter, contact your 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are Toyota dealer as soon as possible to Connect the equipment into an outlet designed to provide reasonable protec- avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci-...
Page 27 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY For replacement, use a CR2016 lithium battery or equivalent. CAUTION Special care should be taken that small children do not swallow the re- moved transmitter battery or compo- nents. NOTICE z When replacing the transmitter bat- 1.
Page 28: Power Windows
After replacing battery, check that the transmitter operates properly. If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer. 3. Put a new transmitter battery with posi- The windows can be operated with the tive (+) side up.
Page 29 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Jam protection function: During automat- ic closing operation or key off closing op- eration, the window stops and opens half Window way if something gets caught between the lock switch window and window frame. If the window receives a strong impact, this function may work even if nothing is caught.
Page 30: Trunk Lid
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Trunk lid (lock release lever type)— CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Always make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.
Page 31 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —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 32 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Internal trunk release handle CAUTION Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reaches. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Unsupervised children may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.
Page 33 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Trunk lid (lock release switch type)— —Lock release switch 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.
Page 34 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Trunk opener main switch —Luggage security system Activate Cancel If you do not want to activate the trunk This system helps protect things locked 2. After closing the glove box lid, in- lid opener system, turn off the trunk in the trunk by safeguarding the trunk sert the master key into the glove opener cancel switch in the glove box.
Page 35 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Internal trunk release handle CAUTION Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reaches. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Unsupervised children may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.
Page 36: Hood
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Hood Theft deterrent system To open the hood: 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the To deter the vehicle theft, the system auxiliary catch lever and lift is designed to give an alarm if any of 1.
Page 37 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) The system will automatically be set after After one minute, the alarm will automati- 30 seconds. When the system is set, the cally stop and the indicator light will start indicator light will start flashing again. flashing again.
Page 38: Fuel Tank Cap
When refueling, turn off the engine. If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- low open flames when refueling.
Page 39: Electric Moon Roof
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. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 40 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) To operate the moon roof, use the To close: Push the switch on the “TILT CAUTION switch beside the interior light. UP” side. The moon roof works when the ignition The roof will fully close. To stop the roof To avoid serious personal injury, you switch is in the “ON”...
Page 41 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Never sit on top of the vehicle around the roof opening. Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work intentionally. The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the moon roof is fully closed.
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Page 43 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors Seats ............Front seats .
Page 44: Seats
Consult your Toyota dealer if you insist on modifications of this kind. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 45 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Do not put objects under the seats. Hold the center of the lever and pull it The objects may interfere with the up. Then slide the seat to the desired seat−lock mechanism or unexpect- position with slight body pressure and edly push up the seat position ad-...
Page 46 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 3. SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING 1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION KNOB ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH Turn the knob either way. Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat at that position.
Page 47: Driving Position Memory System
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Driving position memory system The micro computer can memorize the CAUTION position of the driver’s seat and outside rear view mirror. Two different driving To reduce the risk of sliding under position profiles can be entered into the lap belt during a collision, avoid computer’s memory.
Page 48 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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 49: Trunk Storage Extension
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Trunk storage extension CAUTION Do not start the vehicle while the adjustment are being made. Take care not to select the wrong button, or the seat could strike the rear passenger or hit your body against the steering wheel.
Page 50: Head Restraints
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Head restraints For your safety and comfort, adjust the CAUTION head restraint before driving. To raise: Pull it up. Be sure to close the door when the To lower: Push it down while pressing the trunk storage extension is not in use.
Page 51: Armrest
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Armrest Seat heaters Front—To use the armrest, pull up the strap pull armrest shown above. Rear—To use the armrest, pull it out as shown above. Front (bench type front seat only) For driver Rear For front outside passenger 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 52: Seat Belts
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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- strained at all times with the seat belts z Do not put unevenly weighed ob- The key must be in the “ON”...
Page 53 Section 5.) to suffer serious bodily injury or 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. ing bolts) if it has been used in a specific recommendations.
Page 54 It also may normally, immediately contact your lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot slow, easy motion will allow the belt to protect an adult occupant or your extend, and you can move around freely.
Page 55 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CAUTION CAUTION Take up Always make sure the shoulder belt Both high−positioned lap belts and slack is positioned across the center of loose−fitting belts could cause seri- your shoulder. The belt should be ous injuries due to sliding under Too high kept away from your neck, but not the lap belt during a collision or...
Page 56 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 57 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —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 58 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 59 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat The driver and front passenger’s seat This indicator comes on when the igni- until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot belt pretensioners are designed to be tion key is turned to the “ACC”...
Page 60 Do not perform any of the following gas may be released. This gas is harm- changes without consulting your less and does not indicate that a fire is Toyota dealer. Such changes occurring. interfere with proper operation of the front seat belt pretensioners in some Once the front seat belt pretensioners cases.
Page 61: Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SRS driver and front passenger airbags This front seat belt pretensioner system In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- has a service reminder indicator to inform dealer as soon as possible: tem) front airbags are designed to pro- the driver of operating problems.
Page 62 Toyota strongly recommends that: board. The front passenger airbag is acti- vated even with no passenger in the front The driver sit as far back as pos- seat.
Page 63 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes 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 64 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) In a severe frontal impact, the sensors detect deceleration and the system trig- gers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the Hitting curb, Falling into airbags with non−toxic gas to help restrain edge of pavement jumping over...
Page 65 Toyota tems. The front seat occupants can be killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in- inflating airbags if they do not wear...
Page 66 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) A forward−facing child restraint sys- tem should be allowed to be put on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, be- cause the force of the deploying front passenger airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
Page 67 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Do not sit on the edge of the seat Do not allow a child to stand up, Do not put objects or your pets on or lean over the dashboard when or to kneel on the front passenger or in front of the dashboard or the vehicle is in use.
Page 68 Attachment of a grille guard (bull indicates a malfunction of the airbags. bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as winches or any other equipment to possible to service the vehicle. the front end...
Page 69: Srs Side Airbags
SRS side airbags NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- dealer as soon as possible: tem) side airbags are designed to pro- vide further protection for occupants in...
Page 70 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) In response to a severe side impact, the SRS side airbags work together with the seat belts to help reduce injury by inflat- ing. The SRS side airbags help to reduce injuries mainly to the driver’s or front pas- senger’s chest.
Page 71 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) In a severe side impact, the side airbag sensor triggers the side airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non−toxic gas to help restrain the lateral motion of the Collision from the rear occupants.
Page 72 Toyota belt systems. To ensure maximum protection in an accident, the driver strongly recommends that all in- and all passengers in the vehicle fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper- must wear their seat belts properly.
Page 73 Modification of the suspension sys- injury. Consult your Toyota dealer if you insist on modifications of this Do not attach a cup holder or any kind.
Page 74 Toyota dealer. This side airbag system has In the following cases, contact your Toyota service reminder indicator to inform the dealer as soon as possible: driver of operating problems. If either of The SRS side airbags have been in-...
Page 75: Child Restraint
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child Toyota strongly urges use of A forward−facing child restraint sys- restraint systems children small proper child restraint system which tem should be allowed to be put on enough to use them.
Page 76 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small CAUTION After installing the child restraint child or baby must itself be properly system, make sure it is secured in restrained on the seat with either the Never put a rear−facing child re- place following the manufacturer’s lap belt or the lap portion of the lap/...
Page 77 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —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 78 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —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. Never put a rear−facing child re- interferes with the lock mechanism straint system on the front passen-...
Page 79 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it fixed. or around the infant seat following the in the lock mode.
Page 80 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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 81 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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 be put on facing or rear−facing position depend- Never put a rear−facing child re- the front passenger seat only when ing on the child’s age and size.
Page 82 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 83 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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 Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
Page 84 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Move seat fully back 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION 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 85 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CAUTION CAUTION A forward−facing child restraint sys- Always make sure the shoulder belt tem should be allowed to be put on is positioned across the center of the front seat only when it is un- child’s shoulder.
Page 86 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 2. To remove the child restraint system, CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION press the buckle−release button and al- A convertible seat is used in forward−...
Page 87 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) When installing a child restraint system in Same angle the front seat center position, move the driver and passenger seats as far back as possible, set both seatbacks to the same angle as the back of the child restraint system, and set both seat cushions at the Move seat same height so that the child restraint...
Page 88 Contact your on accident. 1. Run the center lap belt through or Toyota dealer immediately. Do not around the convertible seat following use the seat until the seat belt is instructions provided fixed. manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt.
Page 89 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 2. While pressing convertible seat 3. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle−release button and allow the seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- its free end to hold the convertible seat move freely again and be ready to...
Page 90 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Using a top strap Symbol mark Anchor brackets Follow the procedure below for a child Use the anchor bracket on the package TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: restraint system that requires the use tray to attach the top strap. 1.
Page 91 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 2. Remove the anchor bracket cover 3. Fix the child restraint system with 4. Replace the head restraint. with the symbol mark shown in the the seat belt. Store any removed covers in a safe place illustration.
Page 92: Tilt Steering Wheel
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious inju- ries.
Page 93 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Power rear view mirror control NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not CAUTION operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de−icer to free Do not adjust the mirror while the the mirror.
Page 94: Anti−Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Anti−glare inside rear view Auto anti−glare inside rear mirror view mirror 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 death or serious injuries.
Page 95: Sun Visors
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Sun visors— To turn off the automatic function, press the switch on the “OFF” side. To turn on the automatic function again, press the switch on the “AUTO” side. Adjust it before driving so that the rear view is optimized.
Page 96 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Vanity mirrors To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. The vanity lights come on when you open the cover. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
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Page 98 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
Page 99: Headlights And Turn Signals
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Headlights and turn signals (with automatic light control system) The lights automatically turn off after 30 seconds when all doors and trunk lid are closed with the ignition key in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and the lever at posi- tion 2, or after 20 minutes or more when the door or trunk lid is kept open.
Page 100 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Daytime running light system (all mod- els in Canada and some models in the U.S.A.) The headlights turn on at reduced intensi- ty when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the “OFF”...
Page 101 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system) The lights automatically turn off after 30 Daytime running light system (all mod- seconds when all doors and trunk lid are els in Canada and some models in the closed with the ignition key in the “ACC”...
Page 102: Emergency Flashers
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Emergency flashers High−Low beams—For high beams, turn TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, the headlights on and push the lever away push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 103: Instrument Panel Light Control
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Instrument panel light control Front fog lights 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. To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist ment panel lights, turn the knob.
Page 104: Interior Lights
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Interior lights Type C—To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The interior light switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF”—Turns the light off. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of the door is opened.
Page 105: Front Personal Lights
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Front personal lights Rear personal lights To turn on the front personal lights, push the switch. To turn the lights off, push the switch once again. With moon roof To turn on the rear personal light, push the switch.
Page 106: Ignition Switch Light
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Ignition switch light Windshield wipers and washer 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 107: Shifting The Windshield Wiper Position
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Shifting the windshield wiper position The wiper blades retract under the hood SHIFTING TO THE REST POSITION RETURNING RETRACTED when the wipers are turned off. POSITION Hold the connection of the wiper arm In the following cases, the wipers should and wiper blade and pull it upward for Push the connection of the wiper arm shifted...
Page 108: Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers The system will automatically shut off af- ter the defogger has operated about 15 minutes. CAUTION Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, keep your hands off them when the defogger switch is on.
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Page 110 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 111: Fuel Gauge
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. The gauge works when the ignition The gauge indicates the engine coolant...
Page 112: Tachometer
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters 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 113 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. 1. Odometer—Shows total distance the vehicle has been driven. 2. Two trip meters—Show two different distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero.
Page 114: Multi−Information Display
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Multi−information display— 1. Outside temperature gauge 2. Clock 3. Compass 4. Calendar 5. Cruise information display 6. “LIGHT” button 7. “MODE” button 8. “RESET/ADJ” button 9. “DISPLAY” button 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 115 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Before using the multi−information display Operate the multi−information display “LIGHT” button with the ignition switch on. This button is used to select the illumi- When the ignition switch is turned to nation pattern of the display. “ON”, the last previously used mode dis- Every time you push the “LIGHT”...
Page 116 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Clock —Calendar When the item desired to be corrected appears, reset or adjust it by pushing the “RESET/ADJ” button. “DISPLAY” button This button is used to toggle the func- tions of the cruise information display. Every time you push the “DISPLAY”...
Page 117 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Outside temperature gauge —Cruise information display After resetting the calendar, push the “MODE” button until the display returns to normal calendar mode. The outside temperature gauge indi- cates outside air temperatures. To set the unit, push the “MODE” button until the unit display appears and blinks.
Page 118 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) The cruise information display indicates 1. Instantaneous fuel consumption 2. Average fuel consumption the following information. (“INST ECON”) (“AVG ECON”) 1. Instantaneous fuel consumption The instantaneous fuel consumption is Average fuel consumption is calculated calculated and displayed based on dis- and displayed based on total driving 2.
Page 119 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Compass 4. Driving range reset calculations, push (“FUEL RANGE”) “RESET/ADJ” button. The distance the vehicle can travel with The calculation is reset when the ignition the remaining fuel is calculated and switch is turned off. displayed based on the quantity of re- maining fuel and past fuel consumption.
Page 120 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) The compass may not show the correct CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation direction in the following conditions: calibration) The vehicle is stopped immediately af- The direction display on the compass ter turning. deviates from the true direction deter- mined by the earth’s magnetic field.
Page 121 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) After calibration, push the “MODE” button several times until the calendar display Hawaii, Samoa: 7 returns to the normal mode. Guam, Saipan: 9 CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
Page 122 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, re- placed or disconnected. Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in-...
Page 123: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
Do this. buzzer comes on... buzzer comes on... buzzer comes on... If parking brake Take vehicle to Take vehicle to is off, stop Toyota dealer. Toyota dealer immediately and immediately. contact Toyota Fill up tank. dealer. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.
Page 124 Unless the front passenger fastens Toyota dealer in the following cases: In this case, not only the anti−lock the belt, the light stays on. This light re- brake system will fail but also the...
Page 125 If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to tank cap is not loose... NOTICE the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. There is a problem somewhere in the Do not drive the vehicle with the engine, emission control system, auto- NOTICE warning light on—even for one block.
Page 126 Contact your vehicle will become extremely unsta- The light comes on when the ignition key Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ble during braking. is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti− service the vehicle.
Page 127 In the following cases, contact your Toyota sources. dealer: If either of the following conditions occurs, The warning light does not come on this indicates a malfunction somewhere in after the ignition is turned to “ON”.
Page 128 “VSC OFF” indicator light go off after a few seconds. If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
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Page 130 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ......Automatic transmission .
Page 131: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Ignition switch with steering lock You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. The selector lever must be in the “P” position before pushing the key. Vehicles with engine immobiliser system— Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobiliser system is automatically set.
Page 132: Automatic Transmission
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Automatic transmission "Floor shift type Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of Lock release button incorrect operation. This means you can Selector lever To prevent misshifting only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
Page 133 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) When the cruise control is being used, 3. Release the parking brake and brake even if you downshift the transmission by pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal pushing releasing overdrive slowly for smooth starting. switch, engine braking will not enabled (d) Using engine braking because the cruise control is not can- To use engine braking, you can downshift...
Page 134 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) (g) Parking NOTICE CAUTION 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. z Be careful not to over−rev the en- 2. With the brake pedal pressed down, Be careful when downshifting on a gine. Watch the tachometer to keep fully depress the parking brake pedal slippery surface.
Page 135 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) (i) Rocking your vehicle if stuck z Do not race the engine and avoid CAUTION spinning the wheels. CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake z If your vehicle remains stuck after pedal while stopped with the engine rocking the vehicle several times, your vehicle becomes...
Page 136 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) "Column shift type Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the Overdrive switch brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition Selector lever switch in “ON”...
Page 137 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) When the cruise control is being used, 3. Release the parking brake and brake even if you downshift the transmission by pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal pushing releasing overdrive slowly for smooth starting. switch, engine braking will not enabled (d) Using engine braking because the cruise control is not can- To use engine braking, you can downshift...
Page 138 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, (g) Parking NOTICE see “Cruise control” in this section. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. z Be careful not to overrev the en- 2. With the brake pedal pressed down, CAUTION gine.
Page 139 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) (i) Rocking your vehicle if stuck z Do not race the engine and avoid CAUTION spinning the wheels. CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake z If your vehicle remains stuck after pedal while stopped with the engine rocking the vehicle several times, your vehicle becomes...
Page 140: Traction Control System
“ON”. If the indicator light does not maintained, even though the traction come on when the ignition is turned on, control system is in operation. Do not contact your Toyota dealer. NORMAL DRIVING MODE drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may...
Page 141 “ON”. It will come on again when you push the “VSC OFF” switch to turn off the system. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”.
Page 142: Vehicle Skid Control System
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Vehicle skid control system The brake actuator temperature increases In the following cases, contact your Toyota The vehicle skid control system helps during continuous operation of the traction dealer: provide integrated control of the sys- control system or vehicle skid control sys- tems such as anti−lock brake system,...
Page 143 When replacing the tires or wheels, to “ON”. If the indicator light does not To turn off: Push “VSC OFF” switch. contact your Toyota dealer. (See come on when the ignition is turned on, The “VSC OFF” indicator light will come “Checking and replacing tires”...
Page 144 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on for a In the following cases, contact your Toyota few seconds when the ignition key is dealer: turned to “ON”. It will come on again The warning light does not come on when you push the “VSC OFF”...
Page 145: Parking Brake
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Parking brake Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) with your foot off the To set: Fully depress the parking brake accelerator pedal.
Page 146 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CAUTION CAUTION To help maintain maximum control To avoid accidental cruise control en- of your vehicle, do not use the gagement, keep the cruise control cruise control when driving system off when not using the cruise heavy or varying traffic, or on slip- control.
Page 147 “SET When the difference is 5 km/h (3 mph) or hicle checked by your Toyota dealer at the COAST” button for a slower speed. Each more, the vehicle will cruise with its actu- earliest opportunity.
Page 148 Even if you turn off the overdrive switch comes on. with the cruise control on, engine braking If this is the case, contact your Toyota will not be applied because the cruise dealer and have your vehicle inspected. control is not cancelled. To decrease the...
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Page 150 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
Page 151 Using your audio system— Reference —Some basics This section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem. Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Page 152 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) TONE AND BALANCE YOUR RADIO ANTENNA YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER For details about your system’s tone and Your vehicle has an antenna printed on When you insert a disc, gently push it in balance controls, see the description of the inside of the rear window.
Page 153 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. Preset buttons 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 154 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Preset buttons (Reverse/Fast forward button) These buttons are used to preset and Push “AM” to turn on the radio and select Cassette Player tune in radio stations. the AM band. “AM” will appear on the Push the fast forward button to fast for- display.
Page 155 If the malfunction is not rectified, take sound balance between the front and rear, track and disc number currently being your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. and the right and left speakers. played. Each time you push “CD”, the DISC For front/rear adjustment, push “AUDIO...
Page 156 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) ∗ PROG (Program) To randomly play the tracks on a disc: Dolbyr B NR Quickly push and release “ ”. “ ” If you are listening to a tape that was Push “ ” to select the other side of a will appear on the display.
Page 157 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Compact Disc Player SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—You can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
Page 158 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SEEK (Seeking) When counting the number of tracks you ST (Stereo reception) display want to rewind, remember to count the Radio Your radio automatically changes to stereo current track as well. For example, if you reception when a stereo broadcast is re- In the seek mode, the radio finds and want to rewind to a song that is two be-...
Page 159 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) TUNE (Tuning) Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the “ ” or “ ” side of “TUNE” to step up or down the station band. Do this again to find another frequency.
Page 160 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. Preset buttons 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 161 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Preset buttons Compact disc (Reverse/Fast−forward button) These buttons are used to preset and This button is used to eject one or all Cassette Player tune in radio stations. These preset but- compact discs. To eject the current com- Push the fast−forward button to fast−for- tons are programmable only when RDS is pact disc, push and release the compact...
Page 162 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CD (Compact Disc) If the malfunction still exists, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. Push “AM” to turn on the radio and select Push “CD” while in radio or cassette the AM band. “AM” will appear on the mode to switch to compact disc mode.
Page 163 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) If no compact disc is inserted, the shutter MSG (Message) will close after 15 seconds. Push “FM” to turn on the radio to FM This button is operational only in RDS band. “FM1” or “FM2” will appear on the Loading multiple compact discs—...
Page 164 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) If no messages have been stored, or if <PROG TYPES> (Program Types) Program Type List there are no more messages to be re- The following program type names are This button is operational only in RDS called, “NO MSG STORED”...
Page 165 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Rel Talk (Religious Talk) PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) ALERT: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. You will Rock Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system not be able to turn off alert announce- on and off.
Page 166 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) RND (Random) RPT (Repeat) Compact Disc Player There are two random features—you can Cassette Player There are two repeat features—You can either listen to the tracks on all the com- either replay a disc track or a whole com- Push “...
Page 167 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SCAN Compact disc player SEEK (Seeking) Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on In the seek mode, the radio finds and scan the first tracks of all the discs in the a band or scan only the preset stations plays the next station up or down the...
Page 168 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) In addition, the feature may not work well If more than 6 stations of a program type Night mode (headlights on): In addition to are found, the radio will create a second the display described for day mode, the with some spoken word, live, or classical radio will illuminate the jewels of the pre- recordings.
Page 169 (if either one was return to the beginning of the current on), adjust the volume to Traffic An- Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio track, quickly push the down side of the nouncement level, and broadcast the traf- (ETR).
Page 170 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Car audio system operating hints Here are some common reception prob- NOTICE lems that you may experience. Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by To ensure the correct audio system the upper atmosphere−especially at night. operation: These reflected signals can interfere with Fading and drifting stations—Generally, the those received directly from the radio sta- z Be careful not to spill beverages...
Page 171 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER Avoid using cassettes with a total play- AND TAPES ing time longer than 100 minutes (50 minutes per side). The tape used in For the best performance for your cas- these cassettes is thin and could get sette player and tapes: stuck or tangled in the cassette player.
Page 172 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) If moisture gets into your compact disc Your automatic changer or compact player, you may not hear any sound disc player cannot play special shaped even though your compact disc player or low−quality compact discs such as appears to be working.
Page 173 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CAUTION Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazard- radiation exposure directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 174 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Manual air conditioning system Controls ..........Air flow selector settings .
Page 175: Air Conditioning System Manual Air Conditioning System Controls
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Manual air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Temperature selector (mainly for driver and secondarily for front passenger) 2. Air intake selector 3. “A/C” button 4. Temperature selector (mainly for front passenger and secondarily for driver) 5. Air flow selector 6.
Page 176 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Fan speed selector There are cases where one or both of the airflow temperatures may not accu- Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to rately correlate with the set tempera- the right to increase, to the left to de- ture according to circumstances, when crease.
Page 177 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 4. Floor/Windshield—Air flows mainly Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified from the floor vents and windshield heating or cooling. This setting clears vents. the front view more quickly. Turning the air flow selector to the For details about air flow selector settings, floor/windshield position turns on the “—Air...
Page 178 If the “A/C” button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your ve- hicle to your Toyota dealer for service. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 179: Air Flow Selector Settings
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —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 180 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
Page 181 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Defogging Defrosting The inside of the windshield The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM Temperature—Towards WARM (red zone) to heat;...
Page 182: Automatic Air Conditioning System Controls
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Automatic air conditioning system— —Controls 1. “AUTO” button 2. “OFF” button 3. Air intake selector 4. Windshield air flow button 5. “A/C” button 6. “DUAL” button 7. Temperature selector (Only for the independent mode that display shows “DUAL”;...
Page 183 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) “AUTO” button Temperature selector Knowledge for the two−temperature se- lector operation For automatic operation of the air condi- To increase the temperature, press the “ ” side, to decrease it, press the “ ” This air conditioning system has two inde- tioning, press the “AUTO”...
Page 184 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 1. Panel—Air flows mainly from instrument panel vents. 2. Bi−level—Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. When you set the temperature selector setting at about the middle in automatic operation, warm air flows out of the floor vents and relatively low−tempera- ture air flows out of the center and side vents.
Page 185 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to your Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. The air intake mode which is being se- lected is shown on the display.
Page 186: Air Flow Selector Settings
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —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 187 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the —For automatic operation —For automatic operation air intake selector be temporarily set to...
Page 188 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Ventilation Defogging and defrosting Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the For best results, set controls to: —The inside of the windshield front view more quickly. —For automatic operation For best results, set controls to: On humid days, do not blow cold air —For automatic operation...
Page 189: Side Vents
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Side vents Air conditioning filter If you want to return the setting to RE- CIRCULATE mode, press the air intake selector button once again. Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly.
Page 190 The filter information label is placed on operating conditions. the inside of the glove box as shown. symptoms conditioning efficiency problems occur, contact your Toyota dealer to have the filter checked and replaced. (Actual replacement time: Less than 10 minutes approximately) 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
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Page 192 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Outside temperature gauge .
Page 193: Clock
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Clock (type A) Clock (type B) Outside temperature gauge Type A The digital clock indicates the time. For details, see “Multi−information display” in Section 1−5. The key must be in the “ON” position. To reset the hour: Push the “MODE” but- ton until the hour display blinks.
Page 194: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtray
“_C” to “_F”, push the “MODE” button until Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed the display blinks. Then push the “ADJ” button to select “_C” or “_F”. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or Type B—For details, see “Multi−information equivalent for replacement. display” in Section 1−5.
Page 195: Power Outlet
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Power outlet (12 VDC) The power outlet is designed for power CAUTION supply for car accessories. The key must be in the ”ACC” or ”ON” To reduce the chance of injury in position for the power outlet to be used. case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close NOTICE...
Page 196 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Power outlet (115 VAC) This power outlet is designed for use as a power supply for electric ap- pliances in the vehicle. The key must be in the “ON” position for the power outlet to be used. The maximum capacity for this power out- let is 115 VAC/100W.
Page 197: Glove Box
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Glove box Appliances with high initial peak watt- NOTICE age: cathode−ray tube type televisions, compressor−driven refrigerators, electric z To prevent the battery from being pumps, electric tools, etc. discharged, do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when Measuring devices which process pre- the engine is not running.
Page 198: Garage Door Opener
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Garage door opener (a) Programming the HomeLink 3. Simultaneously press hold hand−held garage transmitter button The HomeLink in your vehicle has 3 along with the selected HomeLink but- buttons and you can store one program ton.
Page 199 Refer the owner’s tons you want to program. lighting, contact your authorized Toyota guide supplied by the garage door dealer for assistance. 2. Place your hand−held gate/device opener manufacturer for the location of transmitter 25 to 75 mm (1 to 3 in.)
Page 200 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) (c) Erasing entire HomeLink CAUTION FCC ID: CB2V94800 memory (all three programs) CANADA: 1763 102 264 To erase all previously programmed codes When programming the HomeLink This device complies with FCC Rules at one time, press and hold down the 2 Universal Transceiver, you may be Part 15.
Page 201: Auxiliary Box
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Auxiliary box (type A) Auxiliary box (type B) NOTICE During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deform- able such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside. To use the box, push the lid to open.
Page 202 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Auxiliary box (type C) Auxiliary box (type D) To use the box, pull down the armrest, To use the box, pull up the lock release To maximize the storage room, remove pull up the lock release lever and open lever and open the lid.
Page 203: Front Cup Holder
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Front cup holder (type A) Front cup holder (type B) CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink−cans on the cup holder, such items thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.
Page 204: Rear Cup Holder
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Rear cup holder (type A) CAUTION CAUTION Do not place anything else other Do not place anything else other than cups or drink−cans in the cup than cups or drink−cans in the cup holder, such items holder, such...
Page 205 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Rear cup holder (type B) The cup holder is designed for holding To reduce the chance of injury in cups or drink−cans securely. case of an accident or sudden stop To use the cup holder, open the armrest while driving, keep the cup holder lid by pulling up the lock release lever closed when it is not in use.
Page 206: Floor Mat
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION If the floor carpet and floor mat have a hole, then it is designed for use with a Make sure the floor mat is properly locking clip.
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Page 209: Break−In Period
To help prevent gas station mix−ups, your to the future economy and long life of premium unleaded gasoline with an Oc- Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. your vehicle: tane Rating of 91 (Research Octane The special nozzle on pumps with un- Number 96) or higher is recommended.
Page 210 If you use gasohol in your clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). els. In the U.S., category 3 has been Toyota, be sure that it has an octane Toyota does not recommend the use of adopted. The WWFC improves air quali- rating no lower than 87.
Page 211: Operation In Foreign Countries
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Operation in foreign countries Three−way catalytic converters GASOLINE QUALITY If you plan to drive your Toyota in another country... In a very few cases, you may experience driveability problems caused by the partic- First, comply with the vehicle registration ular gasoline that you are using.
Page 212: Engine Exhaust Cautions
Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, cause the engine to misfire, creat- dealer knows your vehicle and its or notice a change in the sound of ing an excessive load on the three−...
Page 213: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Facts about engine oil consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL Oil is also used to lubricate the stems Keep the trunk lid closed while of the intake valves. Some of this oil Engine oil has the primary functions of driving.
Page 214: Iridium−Tipped Spark Plugs
Have your is essential that the oil level be checked brakes fixed immediately. regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil level be checked every time you refuel Your engine is fitted with iridium−tipped BRAKE BOOSTER the vehicle. spark plugs.
Page 215 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) ANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM You may hear a click or motor sound in CAUTION the engine compartment for a few seconds The anti−lock brake system is designed when the engine is started or just after to help prevent lock−up of the wheels Do not pump the brake pedal if the the vehicle is started.
Page 216 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CAUTION Anti−lock brake system is not de- signed to shorten the stopping dis- overestimate anti−lock tance: Always drive at the moderate speed and maintain a safe distance brake system: Although the anti−lock brake system assists in providing ve- from the vehicle in front of you.
Page 217 Contact your Have your Toyota dealer perform the bed- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ding−down. service the vehicle.
Page 218: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
Toyota Do not drive with objects left on dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- tor damage can result if the pads are not top of the instrument panel. They replaced when necessary.
Page 219: Your Toyota's Identification
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. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 220: Theft Prevention Labels
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Suspension and chassis Types of tires Your new vehicle carries theft preven- Make sure what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 hicle is originally equipped with. mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.).
Page 221 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CAUTION Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling charac- teristics, resulting in loss of con- trol. Do not use tires other than the manufacturer’s designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originals.
Page 222 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
Page 223: Before Starting The Engine
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) How to start the engine— Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- fore entering it.
Page 224: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 225: Winter Driving Tips
“TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equivalent. harder starting. If you are not sure about Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may which oil to use, call your Toyota deal- See Section 7−2 for details about coolant result in tire failure, loss of control er—he will be pleased to help.
Page 226: Dinghy Towing
Keep ice and snow from accumulating not overload your vehicle or trailer. Toyota under the fenders. warranties do not apply to damage or Ice and snow built up under your fenders malfunction caused by towing a trailer for can make steering difficult.
Page 227 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) WEIGHT LIMITS Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- Before towing, make sure the total trail- ent weight capacities established by er weight, gross vehicle weight, gross the hitch manufacturer. Even though axle weight and trailer tongue load are the vehicle may be physically capa- all within the limits.
Page 228 Tongue load grease. 100 = 9 to 11% Total trailer weight Toyota recommends removing the trail- er hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer to reduce the possibility of additional damage caused by the hitch The trailer cargo load should be if your vehicle is struck from behind.
Page 229 BREAK−IN SCHEDULE 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 230 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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 the steering wheel and move your hand tight turn.
Page 231 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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. Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or not forget the length of your trailer and 3.
Page 232: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer Improving fuel economy is easy—just take Avoid long engine idling. If you have Keep front wheels in proper it easy. It will help make your vehicle last a long wait and you are not in traffic, alignment.
Page 233 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) CAUTION Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Your power steering and brake booster will not function with- out the engine running. Also, the emission control system operates properly only when the engine is run- ning.
Page 234: In Case Of An Emergency
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 235: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start
Then try starting the engine broken. Have the key checked at your with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, If the engine turns over at its normal If the engine does not start after 15 se- the system is possibly broken.
Page 236 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) (c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE The gas normally produced by a damage to your vehicle which might re- 1. If the booster battery is installed in battery will explode if a flame or sult from battery explosion, acid burns, another vehicle, make sure the vehicles spark is brought near.
Page 237 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Jumper cable Discharged battery Booster battery Positive terminal (“+”mark) Discharged battery Booster battery Jumper cable Positive terminal Negative terminal (“+”mark) (“−”mark) Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c. Connect the clamp of the negative der a, b, c, d.
Page 238: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) If your engine stalls while driving If your vehicle overheats 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving... your engine coolant temperature After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm gauge indicates overheating, if you ex- 1.
Page 239: If You Have A Flat Tire
Park on a level system. You should have it checked as spot with firm ground. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
Page 240 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Required tools and spare tire NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in “P”. flated tire. Driving even a short dis- Block the wheel diagonally opposite tance can damage a tire and wheel to the one being changed if neces-...
Page 241 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Blocking the wheel Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from To remove: Turn the joint in the direction 1.
Page 242 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Removing wheel ornament (steel wheels only) —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack 3. Remove the wheel ornament. 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown. Rotate load rest 90_ Pry off the wheel ornament, using the Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- from storage position to lifting posi-...
Page 243 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Raising your vehicle —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 6. After making sure that no one is in 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change the vehicle, raise it high enough so tires.
Page 244 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger 9. Lower the vehicle completely and rosion on the mounting surfaces with a tight. tighten the wheel nuts. wire brush or such.
Page 245 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Reinstalling wheel ornament (steel wheels only) —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the re- CAUTION placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification When lowering the vehicle, make sure designated in Section 8. If the pressure is all portions of your body and all oth- lower, drive slowly to the nearest service er persons around will not be injured...
Page 246: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If your vehicle needs to be towed— If towing is necessary, we recommend CAUTION you to have it done by your Toyota (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Before driving, make sure all vice.
Page 247 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Emergency towing TOWING PRECAUTIONS: (c) Towing with sling Use a safety chain system for all towing, type truck and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a towing dolly.
Page 248: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
(floor shift) 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 249 Be sure to have the system checked by Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 250: If You Lose Your Keys
Toyota dealer as soon as Even if you lose only one key, contact possible to avoid the possibility of theft or your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If an accident. Then, have the identification you lose all your master keys, you cannot number of your new transmitter registered.
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Page 252: Appearance Care
CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
Page 253 Now, it is up to you. Proper more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause care of your Toyota can help ensure long− mud and debris without removing them. corrosion to those components of the term corrosion prevention.
Page 254 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Washing and waxing your Toyota Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- Washing your Toyota 1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- ter and dirt can accumulate under the move any mud or road salt from the...
Page 255 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Cleaning the interior Road tar: Remove with turpentine Waxing your Toyota CAUTION cleaners that are marked safe for painted Polishing and waxing is recommended surfaces. to maintain the original beauty of your Be careful not to splash water or Toyota’s finish.
Page 256 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) First vacuum over the upholstery to re- Do not apply water—the best results are Air conditioning control panel, car au- move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as dio, instrument panel, console panel, soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the possible.
Page 257 Toyota, your local could c ause discoloring. Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 258 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
Page 259 And if any either by yourself or a qualified technician, problems should arise with your vehicle or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be while under warranty, your Toyota dealer pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 260 Tighten form them are presented in Section 7. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- them if necessary. If you are a skilled do−it−yourself mechan- fied service shop immediately. It is recom-...
Page 261 Battery electrolyte level tion. On a safe incline, check that your erate smoothly and that all latches lock Your Toyota has a maintenance free bat- vehicle is held securely with the selector securely in any position. Check that the tery. You do not have to add distilled wa- lever in “P”...
Page 262 If you notice any of these clues, take your Check the level on the dipstick with the mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as engine turned off and the vehicle parked indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
Page 263 Contact your Toyota dealer to even the malfunction indicator lamp does service the vehicle. not come on, contact your Toyota dealer Even if the malfunction indicator lamp to prepare the vehicle for re−testing. does not come on, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test as readiness codes have not been set in the OBD system.
Page 264 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
Page 265: Engine Compartment Overview
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Engine compartment overview 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil level dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse blocks 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9. Electric cooling fans 10.
Page 266: Fuse Locations
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Fuse locations Spare fuses With daytime running light system 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 267: Do−It−Yourself Service Precautions
Toyota Warranty statement for details and exhaust manifold and spark plug where you may be exposed to flying suggestions. boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care- or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
Page 268 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) z Do not allow dirt or anything else z Be careful not to scratch the glass Be extremely cautious when work- to fall through the spark plug holes. surface with the wiper frame. ing on the battery. It contains poi- sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Page 269: Positioning The Jack
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Positioning the jack When jacking up your vehicle with the Never get under the vehicle when jack, position jack correctly as the vehicle is supported by the jack shown in the illustrations. alone; use vehicle support stands. CAUTION Do not raise the vehicle with some- one in the vehicle.
Page 270: Parts And Tools
Checking brake fluid Adding washer fluid need on performing do−it−yourself mainte- Parts (if level is low): Parts: nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Water signed in metric sizes, so your tools must brake fluid Washer fluid containing antifreeze be metric.
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Page 272 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
Page 273: Checking The Engine Oil Level
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Checking the engine oil level Engine oil selection CAUTION Use API grade SJ, “Energy−Conserving” Low level Full level or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Be careful not to touch the hot ex- Recommended viscosity (SAE): haust manifold. If the oil level is below or only slightly above the low level, add engine oil of 5W-30 Preferred...
Page 274: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
Visually check the radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. ILSAC certification mark...
Page 275: Checking The Radiator And Condenser
We recommend to use 50% solution for If any of the above parts are extremely CAUTION your Toyota, to provide protection down to dirty or you are not sure of their condi- about −35_C (−31_F). When it is extreme- tion, take your vehicle to Toyota dealer.
Page 276: Checking Brake Fluid
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 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. If cold Remove and replace the reservoir cap by If hot Open O.K.
Page 277: 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 278: Checking And Replacing Tires
If the indicators show, re- place the tires. tires stored for future use. 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 279: Rotating Tires
See “If you have a flat tire” in Section 4 for tire change procedure. Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both front or rear tires be re- With a spare tire of the same wheel type When rotating tires, check for uneven placed as a set.
Page 280: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION the covers before putting on the chains. of the correct size. Snow tires should be installed on all Use only genuine Toyota tire chains or equiv- wheels. CAUTION alent for use on the AVALON. Installing snow tires on the front wheels...
Page 281: Replacing Wheels
Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-...
Page 282: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
1600 km (1000 miles). When using tire chains, be careful not 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.
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Page 284 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION − DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
Page 285: Checking Battery Condition
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior Terminals CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, Ground cable thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
Page 286: Battery Recharging Precautions
Charging necessary. Have battery Dark White checked by your NOTICE Toyota dealer. Clear or Have battery Never recharge the battery while the light checked by your engine is running. Also, be sure all yellow Toyota dealer.
Page 287: Checking And Replacing Fuses
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Checking and replacing fuses Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull−out tool. The location of the pull−out tool is shown in the illustration. Type A If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good.
Page 288: Adding Washer Fluid
When replacing tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as light comes on, the washer tank may be a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and soon as possible.
Page 289 1157NA 27/8 signal/parking Trunk light — Toyota dealer. lights A: HB4 halogen bulbs Rear turn signal 7440 B: HB3 halogen bulbs lights C: Single end bulbs Stop/tail lights 7443 21/5 D: Wedge base bulbs...
Page 290 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. 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 291 If either the left or right front fog or front turn signal/parking lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not try to replace the front fog or front turn signal/parking light bulbs by yourself.
Page 292 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —Back−up lights Remove and install the cover clips as Removing cover clips shown in the following illustrations. Installing cover clips 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 293 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —License plate lights Remove and install the cover clips as Removing cover clips shown in the following illustrations. Installing cover clips 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
Page 294 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) —High mounted stoplight —High mounted stoplight (type A) (type B) 2002 MY AVALON_U (OM22493U)
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Page 296 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weight ........Engine .
Page 297: Dimensions And Weight
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Dimensions and weight Engine Model: Overall length mm (in.) 4875 (192.0) 1MZ−FE Overall width mm (in.) 1820 (71.7) Type: 6 cylinder V type 4 cycle, gasoline ∗ 1 Overall height mm (in.) 1465 (57.7) Bore and stroke, mm (in.): Wheelbase mm (in.) 2720 (107.0)
Page 298: Fuel
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Fuel Service specifications Fuel type: ENGINE Oil grade: Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 API grade SJ, “Energy−Conserving” or Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom- Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010) For improved vehicle performance, the...
Page 299 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.) Coolant type: 55 (2.2) “TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva- lent Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1—6 (0.04—0.24) With ethylene−glycol type coolant for a proper corrosion protection of aluminum Pad wear limit, mm (in.):...
Page 300: Tires
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Tires Tire size and pressure: kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire pressure Tire size Wheel size Front Rear P205/65R15 92H 210 (2.1, 31) 210 (2.1, 31) P205/60R16 91H 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·Ibf): 103 (10.5, 76) NOTE: For a complete information on tires (e.g.
Page 301: Fuses
’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Fuses Engine compartment (with daytime running light system) Fuses (type A) 1. HEAD RH 15 A: Right−hand headlight, high beam indicator light 2. HEAD LH 15 A: Left−hand headlight, front fog lights 3. ABS NO.4 5 A: Vehicle skid control system 4.
Page 302 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 16. EFI NO.2 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injection 27. HEAD RH UPR 10 Right−hand system/sequential multiport fuel injec- headlight (high beam) tion system, air flow meter, oxygen 28. ECU−IG NO.1 5 A: Electric cooling sensor, evaporative emission control...
Page 303 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) 36. TURN 7.5 A: Turn signal lights 48. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted 57. SUN ROOF 30 A: Electric moon roof stoplight, anti−lock brake system, shift 37. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system Fuses (type B) lock system, cruise control system, ve- 38.
Page 304 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... . Uniform tire quality grading .
Page 305 Toyota Motor Washington, D.C. 20590. You can Sales, U.S.A., Inc. also obtain other information about Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this (Toll−free: 1−800−331−4331). motor vehicle safety from the Hot- information.
Page 306 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) Treadwear—The treadwear grade Temperature A, B, C—The temperature comparative rating based on the wear rate grades are A (the highest), B, and C, of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the conditions on a specified government test generation of heat and its ability to dissi- course.
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Page 308 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) aU−6 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 309 ’02 AVALON U (L/O 0107) WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts. Toyota belts are: Comfortable Easy to use Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.
Page 310 The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know to perform your own maintenance in virtually every area of your new vehicle.
Page 311 Toyota dealer. Areas covered include such things as spark plug re- Pub. Name: 2002 AVALON Repair Manual placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil Pub. No.: RM872U1 (Maintenance, Preparation, and filter replacement.

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