Table Of Contents - Toyota Avalon 1999 Operating Manual

Table Of Contents

Chapter 1- 1 Overview Of Instruments And Controls1
Operation Of Instruments And1
Instrument Panel Overview2
Instrument Cluster Overview4
Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel5
Operation Of Instruments And Controls7
Chapter 1- 2 Keys And Doors7
Key Number Plate7
Engine Immobiliser System10
Side Doors11
Wireless Remote Control13
Opening The Trunk Lid14
Power Windows17
Luggage Security System19
Theft Deterrent System22
Setting The System22
Testing The System23
Fuel Tank Cap23
Electric Moon Roof24
Chapter 1- 3 Seats, Seat Belts, Steering Wheel And Mirrors27
Seat Adjustment Precautions28
Driving Position Memory System31
Head Restraints33
Seat Heaters34
Seat Belt Extender41
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners42
Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags44
Srs Side Airbags52
Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions57
Child Restraint System58
Types Of Child Restraint System60
Outside Rear View Mirrors73
Tilt Steering Wheel73
Power Rear View Mirror Control74
Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror75
Vanity Mirrors75
Chapter 1- 4 Lights, Wipers And Defogger77
Turn Signals78
Emergency Flashers80
Instrument Panel Light Control81
Front Fog Lights81
Interior Light81
Front Personal Lights82
Rear Personal Lights83
Ignition Switch Light83
Windshield Wipers And Washer83
Headlight Cleaner84
Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers84
Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators87
Fuel Gauge87
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge88
Odometer And Two Trip Meters89
Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers90
Chapter 1- 6 Ignition Switch, Transmission And Parking Brake95
Ignition Switch With Steering Lock95
Automatic Transmission96
Parking Brake101
Cruise Control102
Turning On The System102
Air Conditioning System105
Car Audio System Operating Hints128
Radio Reception128
Caring For Your Compact Disc Player And Discs130
Air Flow Selector Settings136
Operating Tips136
Instrument Panel Vents139
Chapter 1- 8 Other Equipment140
Cigarette Lighter And Ashtray141
Glove Box141
Auxiliary Box142
Traction Control System143
Manual Operation144
Floor Mat145
Information Before Driving Your Toyota146
Break-In Period146
Fuel Type146
Fuel Tank Capacity148
Operation In Foreign Countries148
Three Way Catalytic Converter148
Engine Exhaust Cautions150
Facts About Engine Oil Consumption150
Twin Ground Electrode Platinum- Tipped Spark Plugs151
Brake Booster152
Anti-Lock Brake System152
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators154
Luggage Stowage Precautions154
Your Toyota's Identification- -Vehicle Identification Number155
Engine Number156
Theft Prevention Labels (Except For Canada)156
Suspension And Chassis156
Types Of Tires157
Starting And Driving158
Before Starting The Engine158
Tips For Driving In Various Conditions159
Winter Driving Tips160
Trailer Towing161
Weight Limits162
Maintenance164
Trailer Towing Tips165
How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too167
In Case Of An Emergency168
If Your Vehicle Will Not Start- (A) Simple Checks168
Jump-Starting Procedure170
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving171
If Your Vehicle Overheats172
If You Have A Flat Tire173
Required Tools And Spare Tire174
Removing Wheel Ornament175
Loosening Wheel Nuts176
Positioning The Jack176
Changing Wheels177
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts178
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament179
After Changing Wheels179
If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed180
Towing Precautions181
Emergency Towing182
If You Lose Your Keys184
If You Lose Your Wireless Remote Control Transmitter185
Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care186
Protecting Your Toyota From Corrosion186
Washing And Waxing Your Toyota187
Cleaning The Interior189
Vehicle Maintenance And Care192
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing192
Maintenance Requirements192
General Maintenance193
Outside The Vehicle193
Inside The Vehicle194
In The Engine Compartment194
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance196
Chapter 7- 1 Introduction196
Engine Compartment Overview197
Fuse Locations198
Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions199
Parts And Tools201
Chapter 7- 2 Engine And Chassis204
Checking The Engine Coolant Level206
Checking Brake Fluid207
Checking Power Steering Fluid207
Checking Tire Pressure208
Checking And Replacing Tires209
Rotating Tires210
Installing Snow Tires And Chains210
Replacing Wheels211
Aluminum Wheel Precautions212
Chapter 7- 3 Electrical Components214
Battery Precautions214
Emergency Measures214
Battery Recharging Precautions216
Checking And Replacing Fuses216
Adding Washer Fluid217
Replacing Light Bulbs218
License Plate Lights224
Specifications228
Dimensions And Weight228
Engine Lubrication229
Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners And Uniform Tire Quality Grading236
Uniform Tire Quality Grading237