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'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U 1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Car audio 9. Ashtray and cigarette lighter 12. Power rear view mirror control switch 17. Auxiliary box 10. Ignition switch 14. Thermometer 6. Wiper and washer switches 4. Emergency flasher switch 8. Headlight cleaner switch 3 Air conditioning controls 13. Clock 7. Rear window and outside rear view mirror...
'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U 1. Instrument panel light control dial 2. Car audio 9. Ashtray and cigarette lighter 12. Power rear view mirror control switch 17. Auxiliary box 10. Ignition switch 14. Thermometer 6. Wiper and washer switches 4. Emergency flasher switch 8. Headlight cleaner switch 3 Air conditioning controls 13. Clock 7. Rear window and outside rear view mirror...
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'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) Brake system warning light∗1 (type A) Anti-lock brake system warning light∗1 (type B) Seat ... warning light∗1 Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Low fuel level warning light∗1 Traction control system off indicator/warning light∗1 Low windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid level warning light∗1 5
'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) Brake system warning light∗1 (type A) Anti-lock brake system warning light∗1 (type B) Seat ... warning light∗1 Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Low fuel level warning light∗1 Traction control system off indicator/warning light∗1 Low windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid level warning light∗1 5
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If this light flashes, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1−6. 6 '98 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∗2 Automatic transmission indicator lights Slip indicator light ∗1 : ∗2 : For details, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1−5.
If this light flashes, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1−6. 6 '98 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∗2 Automatic transmission indicator lights Slip indicator light ∗1 : ∗2 : For details, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1−5.
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..." position, the trunk lid cannot be opened by then, all the doors will last for 2 seconds blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. The "PANIC" switch is used to deter the vehicle theft when you witness anyone attempting to open switch of the transmitter ...slowly and surely. The alarm will be automatically locked again. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U If the ignition key is in the "ON" position, unlocking cannot be performed by the trunk lid open switch. ...
..." position, the trunk lid cannot be opened by then, all the doors will last for 2 seconds blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. The "PANIC" switch is used to deter the vehicle theft when you witness anyone attempting to open switch of the transmitter ...slowly and surely. The alarm will be automatically locked again. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U If the ignition key is in the "ON" position, unlocking cannot be performed by the trunk lid open switch. ...
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...from the ignition switch. (See "Engine immobiliser system" for details.) 2. Never leave anyone in the vehicle when you may leave the vehicle. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Theft deterrent system The system will start flashing again. 4. The indicator light will automatically be set , the indicator light will... will come on when all the doors, trunk and hood are closed and locked. The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. SETTING THE SYSTEM 1. Have all the doors, trunk and hood. Close and lock all passengers get out of the...
...from the ignition switch. (See "Engine immobiliser system" for details.) 2. Never leave anyone in the vehicle when you may leave the vehicle. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Theft deterrent system The system will start flashing again. 4. The indicator light will automatically be set , the indicator light will... will come on when all the doors, trunk and hood are closed and locked. The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. SETTING THE SYSTEM 1. Have all the doors, trunk and hood. Close and lock all passengers get out of the...
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...2 Remember that by reducing glare you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you also lose some rear view clarity. Type B 72 Anti −glare inside rear view mirror NOTICE Type A If... in the desired direction. If the engine is not running, the key must be adjusted Place the switch at "L" (left) or "R" (right). 2. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U -Power rear view mirror control To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Night driving-Lever at this position. Master switch-To select...
...2 Remember that by reducing glare you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you also lose some rear view clarity. Type B 72 Anti −glare inside rear view mirror NOTICE Type A If... in the desired direction. If the engine is not running, the key must be adjusted Place the switch at "L" (left) or "R" (right). 2. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U -Power rear view mirror control To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Night driving-Lever at this position. Master switch-To select...
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... late, have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota dealer. Manually twist the knob to the position 2 to block this sensor. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Position 1-Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights Position above 2-Headlights and all of the above They automatically turn...
... late, have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota dealer. Manually twist the knob to the position 2 to block this sensor. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Position 1-Parking, tail, license plate, side marker and instrument panel lights Position above 2-Headlights and all of the above They automatically turn...
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...the knob to the position 2 to turn to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it by hand after you release the beam headlights lever all the way headlights turn off . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U The lights automatically turn off . To turn them on for over one week, make a turn, but ...you change , move the lever up or down to full intensity for low beams. The headlight high beam indicator light (blue light) on the...
...the knob to the position 2 to turn to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it by hand after you release the beam headlights lever all the way headlights turn off . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U The lights automatically turn off . To turn them on for over one week, make a turn, but ...you change , move the lever up or down to full intensity for low beams. The headlight high beam indicator light (blue light) on the...
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...position. The lights automatically turn off . Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn to full intensity for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is turned off when the driver's door is released with the engine started, even with the ignition key in the "OFF" position. Daytime ... discharged, do not leave the lights on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to the position 1. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system) NOTICE To prevent the battery from you release the beam...
...position. The lights automatically turn off . Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn to full intensity for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is turned off when the driver's door is released with the engine started, even with the ignition key in the "OFF" position. Daytime ... discharged, do not leave the lights on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights, twist the knob to the position 1. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system) NOTICE To prevent the battery from you release the beam...
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... on the instrument panel flash faster than necessary when the engine is burned out. emergency flashers, All the turn signal bulb is not running. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than normal, a front ... a turn signal lever up or down to return it by hand after you may have to position 1. TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn , but you change , move the lever up or down to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be a traffic hazard. The turn signal...
... on the instrument panel flash faster than necessary when the engine is burned out. emergency flashers, All the turn signal bulb is not running. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than normal, a front ... a turn signal lever up or down to return it by hand after you may have to position 1. TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn , but you change , move the lever up or down to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be a traffic hazard. The turn signal...
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To turn on . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light Type A To adjust the brightness of the headlight and turn the dial. Type B 79 they will come on when the headlights are turned on the front fog lights, twist the band of the instrument panel lights, turn signal switch lever.
To turn on . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light Type A To adjust the brightness of the headlight and turn the dial. Type B 79 they will come on when the headlights are turned on the front fog lights, twist the band of the instrument panel lights, turn signal switch lever.
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...see "Adding washer fluid" in Chapter 7 −3. Use washer fluid for replenishment. For information on adding fluid, see −through headlight cleaner tank every so often. The thin heater wires on your windshield, which can block your hands off the mirror faces when the switch... dry. Keep your vision. NOTICE Do not turn the headlights on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" in Chapter 7 −3. To spray fluid on the headlights, turn the headlight cleaner on . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Headlight cleaner To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you...
...see "Adding washer fluid" in Chapter 7 −3. Use washer fluid for replenishment. For information on adding fluid, see −through headlight cleaner tank every so often. The thin heater wires on your windshield, which can block your hands off the mirror faces when the switch... dry. Keep your vision. NOTICE Do not turn the headlights on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" in Chapter 7 −3. To spray fluid on the headlights, turn the headlight cleaner on . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Headlight cleaner To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you...
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'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U (i) Rear Light Failure Warning Light If this light comes on when switch... "ACC" or "LOCK" position. D The light comes on or flashes while If it indicates that the windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid level is turned to "ON", and will come on . D The light comes on when the brake pedal is... Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to the "ACC" or "ON" position. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. Add washer fluid at the position 2),...
'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U (i) Rear Light Failure Warning Light If this light comes on when switch... "ACC" or "LOCK" position. D The light comes on or flashes while If it indicates that the windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid level is turned to "ON", and will come on . D The light comes on when the brake pedal is... Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to the "ACC" or "ON" position. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. Add washer fluid at the position 2),...
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...open door warning light should come on . 3. Turn the ignition key to "ACC". '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light and, low windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid level warning light) 1. Turn the ignition key to "ON", but do not ...light should go off after about 6 seconds. 5. The SRS airbag warning light should come on. It goes off . 4. Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit is in need of the doors. Apply the parking brake. 2....
...open door warning light should come on . 3. Turn the ignition key to "ACC". '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light and, low windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid level warning light) 1. Turn the ignition key to "ON", but do not ...light should go off after about 6 seconds. 5. The SRS airbag warning light should come on. It goes off . 4. Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit is in need of the doors. Apply the parking brake. 2....
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...applied. Doors and engine hood Check that your vehicle is sufficient fluid in "P" position and all latches lock securely. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for leaking fuel, oil, water or... other lights are missing, and check the nuts for additional information. Check headlight aim. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching. See...
...applied. Doors and engine hood Check that your vehicle is sufficient fluid in "P" position and all latches lock securely. Lights Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for leaking fuel, oil, water or... other lights are missing, and check the nuts for additional information. Check headlight aim. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching. See...
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Engine coolant reservoir 2. Fuse blocks 6. Battery 7. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid tank 195 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Engine compartment overview 1. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Engine cooling fans 8.
Engine coolant reservoir 2. Fuse blocks 6. Battery 7. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Windshield washer and headlight cleaner fluid tank 195 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Engine compartment overview 1. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Engine cooling fans 8.
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...AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Replacing wheels If wheel covers are used, they will be scratched by ones with used . WHEEL SELECTION When replacing wheels, care should be taken to bounce. Also, bent wheels which may cause the vehicle to ensure that the wheels are available at your Toyota...may slip off the wheel or they may adversely affect handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to rough treatment or high mileage and could fail without ...
...AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Replacing wheels If wheel covers are used, they will be scratched by ones with used . WHEEL SELECTION When replacing wheels, care should be taken to bounce. Also, bent wheels which may cause the vehicle to ensure that the wheels are available at your Toyota...may slip off the wheel or they may adversely affect handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to rough treatment or high mileage and could fail without ...
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... Type B CAUTION D Always charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation. Good Blown If the headlights or other electrical components do a slow charge (5A or less). Pull a suspected fuse straight out and check it. Determine which fuse ... they must be causing the problem. See "Fuse locations" in Chapter 7 −1 for the functions controlled by each fuse. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is dangerous. Charging at a quicker rate is producing hydrogen gas. The...
... Type B CAUTION D Always charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation. Good Blown If the headlights or other electrical components do a slow charge (5A or less). Pull a suspected fuse straight out and check it. Determine which fuse ... they must be causing the problem. See "Fuse locations" in Chapter 7 −1 for the functions controlled by each fuse. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is dangerous. Charging at a quicker rate is producing hydrogen gas. The...
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... a bulb only by its plastic or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of the listed type. Light bulbs Headlights (low beam) Headlights (high beam) Front fog lights Parking and front turn signaol lights Rear turn signal lights Stop and tail lights Rear side ... end bulbs Wedge base bulbs Double end bulbs 214 W 51 60 55 27/8 21 21/5 3.8 18 5 18 8 8 8 1.2 5 3 Type A B C E E E E E E E F D D E E F -Headlights CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special handling. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Replacing light bulbs- If the connector is tight, wiggle it.
... a bulb only by its plastic or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of the listed type. Light bulbs Headlights (low beam) Headlights (high beam) Front fog lights Parking and front turn signaol lights Rear turn signal lights Stop and tail lights Rear side ... end bulbs Wedge base bulbs Double end bulbs 214 W 51 60 55 27/8 21 21/5 3.8 18 5 18 8 8 8 1.2 5 3 Type A B C E E E E E E E F D D E E F -Headlights CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special handling. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Replacing light bulbs- If the connector is tight, wiggle it.
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'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Tires Tire size: P205/65R15 92H Tire pressure, kPa (kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi): Front 220 (2.2, 32) Rear 220 (2.2, 32) Wheel ....5, 76) Fuses Engine compartment (U.S.A) Engine compartment (Canada) Fuses (type A) 1. SPARE 7.5 A: Spare fuse 2. HORN 10 A: Horn 4. HEAD (LH) 15 A: Left −hand headlight 9. OBD. HEAD (RH) 15 A: Right −hand headlight 227 HAZ 10 A: Turn signal lights, emergency flasher 7. DOME 7.5 A: Interior light, personal light, vanity mirror light, door courtesy light, ignition switch light...
'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Tires Tire size: P205/65R15 92H Tire pressure, kPa (kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi): Front 220 (2.2, 32) Rear 220 (2.2, 32) Wheel ....5, 76) Fuses Engine compartment (U.S.A) Engine compartment (Canada) Fuses (type A) 1. SPARE 7.5 A: Spare fuse 2. HORN 10 A: Horn 4. HEAD (LH) 15 A: Left −hand headlight 9. OBD. HEAD (RH) 15 A: Right −hand headlight 227 HAZ 10 A: Turn signal lights, emergency flasher 7. DOME 7.5 A: Interior light, personal light, vanity mirror light, door courtesy light, ignition switch light...