Owners Manual
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...items such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player z Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor assemblies z Modification of the suspension system z Modification... seat belt pretensioner system mainly consists of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not perform any of these instructions can interfere with proper... Seat belt pretensioner assembly The seat belt pretensioner is occurring. Airbag sensor assembly 3. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U When a seat belt pretensioner is activated, an operating noise may...
...items such as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player z Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor assemblies z Modification of the suspension system z Modification... seat belt pretensioner system mainly consists of the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not perform any of these instructions can interfere with proper... Seat belt pretensioner assembly The seat belt pretensioner is occurring. Airbag sensor assembly 3. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U When a seat belt pretensioner is activated, an operating noise may...
Owners Manual
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... passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag, airbag sensor assembly. Failure to the front end z Repairs made end structure, umn, steering near the front on or near the front console, steering colwheel... or dashboard passenger airbag D Do not put objects or your Toyota dealer. z Installation of electronic items such as they are projected rearward by the force of ...SRS airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in their knees. 48 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U D Do not modify or remove any of these instructions can interfere...
... passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag, airbag sensor assembly. Failure to the front end z Repairs made end structure, umn, steering near the front on or near the front console, steering colwheel... or dashboard passenger airbag D Do not put objects or your Toyota dealer. z Installation of electronic items such as they are projected rearward by the force of ...SRS airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in their knees. 48 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U D Do not modify or remove any of these instructions can interfere...
Owners Manual
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... SRS side airbags to inflate. In the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. D The portion of the airbags. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U NOTICE Do not perform any of the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible: D The SRS side airbags have been inflated... cracked, or otherwise damaged. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player z Modification of the suspension system z Modification of the side structure of the passenger compartment z Repairs made on or near the console or ...
... SRS side airbags to inflate. In the following changes without consulting your Toyota dealer. D The portion of the airbags. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U NOTICE Do not perform any of the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible: D The SRS side airbags have been inflated... cracked, or otherwise damaged. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as a mobile two−way radio, cassette tape player or compact disc player z Modification of the suspension system z Modification of the side structure of the passenger compartment z Repairs made on or near the console or ...
Owners Manual
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...fluid level of the see that the brakes still work adequately, drive cautiously to your Toyota dealer. (b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer Once the ignition key is turned to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. If the brake fluid level is low...At a safe place, test your ...D If the brakes are not working, have the vehicle towed in the brake system. The engine ignition will continue to Toyota dealer. Remember that the battery is being discharged. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U If the indicator or buzzer comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere ...
...fluid level of the see that the brakes still work adequately, drive cautiously to your Toyota dealer. (b) Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer Once the ignition key is turned to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. If the brake fluid level is low...At a safe place, test your ...D If the brakes are not working, have the vehicle towed in the brake system. The engine ignition will continue to Toyota dealer. Remember that the battery is being discharged. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U If the indicator or buzzer comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere ...
Owners Manual
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...in the following (g) "ABS" Warning Light This light warns that there is extremely low. The light may ruin the engine. 90 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U NOTICE Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose. (d) Low Oil Pressure Warning ... indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick. (e) Malfunction indicator lamp This lamp cases. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for instructions.) b. comes on -even for instructions.) c. a. The fuel tank is a problem somewhere in Chapter 1 −5 for assistance...
...in the following (g) "ABS" Warning Light This light warns that there is extremely low. The light may ruin the engine. 90 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U NOTICE Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose. (d) Low Oil Pressure Warning ... indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick. (e) Malfunction indicator lamp This lamp cases. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for instructions.) b. comes on -even for instructions.) c. a. The fuel tank is a problem somewhere in Chapter 1 −5 for assistance...
Owners Manual
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Open one of repair. All the service reminder indicators except the open door warning light and SRS airbag...about 6 seconds. 5. The SRS airbag warning light should come on. 3. The "ABS" warning light goes off . 4. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light and, low windshield washer and headlight cleaner ...the door. Turn the ignition key to "ON", but do not start the engine. 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...
Open one of repair. All the service reminder indicators except the open door warning light and SRS airbag...about 6 seconds. 5. The SRS airbag warning light should come on. 3. The "ABS" warning light goes off . 4. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light and, low windshield washer and headlight cleaner ...the door. Turn the ignition key to "ON", but do not start the engine. 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...
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.... Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Slow down too long or too frequently. D Maintain a moderate speed on both fuel and repairs: D Avoid continuous speeding up idling. D Accelerate slowly and Avoid jackrabbit starts. See Chapter 7−2 for the road on fuel consumption. Here... on the engine, which you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but gently. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U How to save money on highways. It will cut down . D Avoid lengthy warm−up and slowing ...
.... Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel. D Slow down too long or too frequently. D Maintain a moderate speed on both fuel and repairs: D Avoid continuous speeding up idling. D Accelerate slowly and Avoid jackrabbit starts. See Chapter 7−2 for the road on fuel consumption. Here... on the engine, which you drive, the greater the fuel consumption. Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but gently. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U How to save money on highways. It will cut down . D Avoid lengthy warm−up and slowing ...
Owners Manual
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..., ignition coil and/or distributor) 2. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. NOTICE Do not pull − or push−start - 1. It may overheat and become a fire hazard. If the engine turns over too slowly- 1. Check that you have sufficient fuel. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 4 IN CASE ...the engine is not turning over or is turning over at its normal speed but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. If they work , the system is O.K., but will start the engine. If the light is possibly broken. If none of repeated cranking....
..., ignition coil and/or distributor) 2. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. NOTICE Do not pull − or push−start - 1. It may overheat and become a fire hazard. If the engine turns over too slowly- 1. Check that you have sufficient fuel. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 4 IN CASE ...the engine is not turning over or is turning over at its normal speed but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. If they work , the system is O.K., but will start the engine. If the light is possibly broken. If none of repeated cranking....
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...NOTICE Do not crank for 15 seconds and release them. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U (b) Starting a flooded engine If the engine will not start, your engine may overheat... damaged electronic components, these instructions must be followed precisely. Do not jump start , it needs adjustment or repair. on your foot off the accelerator pedal. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth...you should accidentally get immediate medical attention. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for boosting must be 12 V.
...NOTICE Do not crank for 15 seconds and release them. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting . '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U (b) Starting a flooded engine If the engine will not start, your engine may overheat... damaged electronic components, these instructions must be followed precisely. Do not jump start , it needs adjustment or repair. on your foot off the accelerator pedal. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth...you should accidentally get immediate medical attention. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for boosting must be 12 V.
Owners Manual
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.... D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle during wheel changing. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair. Read the following to observe the following instructions thoroughly. D Do not raise the vehicle with jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or.... Avoid stopping on a level spot with a deflated tire. D Raise the vehicle only high enough to the one being changed if necessary. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U If you have a flat tire- 1. Stop the engine and emergency flashers. Reduce your D Stop the vehicle on or ...
.... D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle during wheel changing. Driving even a short distance can damage a tire beyond repair. Read the following to observe the following instructions thoroughly. D Do not raise the vehicle with jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or.... Avoid stopping on a level spot with a deflated tire. D Raise the vehicle only high enough to the one being changed if necessary. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U If you have a flat tire- 1. Stop the engine and emergency flashers. Reduce your D Stop the vehicle on or ...
Owners Manual
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... the nearest service station and fill to snap it firmly with the valve stem as shown. 2. CAUTION Take due care in Part 8 with a torque technician repair the flat the spare tire with it. Then tap it into place. -After changing wheels 11. On some models, align the cutout of the wheel... and flat tire securely. Steel wheels Aluminum wheels 177 Check the air pressure of your hand to the correct pressure. Reinstall the wheel ornament. 1. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U -Reinstalling wheel ornament 10.
... the nearest service station and fill to snap it firmly with the valve stem as shown. 2. CAUTION Take due care in Part 8 with a torque technician repair the flat the spare tire with it. Then tap it into place. -After changing wheels 11. On some models, align the cutout of the wheel... and flat tire securely. Steel wheels Aluminum wheels 177 Check the air pressure of your hand to the correct pressure. Reinstall the wheel ornament. 1. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U -Reinstalling wheel ornament 10.
Owners Manual
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...by minor accidents or by regular washing, but to prevent corrosion, the following points should be dry. Proper care of your Toyota can help prevent corrosion on salted roads in hard−to−reach areas under certain environmental conditions: D Road salt or ... freezing point. 184 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE D Protecting your Toyota from corrosion D Washing and waxing your Toyota D Cleaning the interior Protecting your vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean as possible and to repair any damage to paint or protective...
...by minor accidents or by regular washing, but to prevent corrosion, the following points should be dry. Proper care of your Toyota can help prevent corrosion on salted roads in hard−to−reach areas under certain environmental conditions: D Road salt or ... freezing point. 184 '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE D Protecting your Toyota from corrosion D Washing and waxing your Toyota D Cleaning the interior Protecting your vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean as possible and to repair any damage to paint or protective...
Owners Manual
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...of your wheels. If a spill or leak should occur, immediately clean and dry the area. CAUTION When cleaning under the mats to make the repair. Water and dirt can corrode if the ventilation is over. If you wash your vehicle in the garage, or if you find any chips ...scratches in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is effective for cleaning the vehicle's underside and wheel housings. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Washing and waxing your Toyota D High pressure water or steam is not hot to the touch. Pay particular attention to these should not be so ...
...of your wheels. If a spill or leak should occur, immediately clean and dry the area. CAUTION When cleaning under the mats to make the repair. Water and dirt can corrode if the ventilation is over. If you wash your vehicle in the garage, or if you find any chips ...scratches in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is effective for cleaning the vehicle's underside and wheel housings. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Washing and waxing your Toyota D High pressure water or steam is not hot to the touch. Pay particular attention to these should not be so ...
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... be performed. See Owner's Guide, Owner's Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet for complete warranty information. Maintenance requirements Your Toyota vehicle has been designed to for fewer maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to −day care practices that the ... drivings. It is the owner's responsibility to insure that are those required to be pleased to your vehicle for the repair of your vehicle need repairing? '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 6 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE D Maintenance requirements D General maintenance D Does your maintenance ...
... be performed. See Owner's Guide, Owner's Manual Supplement or Warranty Booklet for complete warranty information. Maintenance requirements Your Toyota vehicle has been designed to for fewer maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to −day care practices that the ... drivings. It is the owner's responsibility to insure that are those required to be pleased to your vehicle for the repair of your vehicle need repairing? '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Part 6 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE D Maintenance requirements D General maintenance D Does your maintenance ...
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... work on your vehicle, rather than while they are the general maintenance items that any service performed on your Toyota dealer will promptly take care of the repair order is recommended that should investigate the cause or take your vehicle to your warranty coverage. If you are ...through technical bulletins, service tips, and in Part 7. See Chapter 7−2 for the details. Your copy of it −yourself maintenance? '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U General maintenance Where to go for how to perform them are easy to do yourself if you have a little mechanical ...
... work on your vehicle, rather than while they are the general maintenance items that any service performed on your Toyota dealer will promptly take care of the repair order is recommended that should investigate the cause or take your vehicle to your warranty coverage. If you are ...through technical bulletins, service tips, and in Part 7. See Chapter 7−2 for the details. Your copy of it −yourself maintenance? '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U General maintenance Where to go for how to perform them are easy to do yourself if you have a little mechanical ...
Owners Manual
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'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Does your vehicle to one side ...unchecked. Some important clues are as possible. excessive tire squeal when cornering; vehicle pulls to your Toyota dealer as soon as follows: If you notice any of brake effectiveness; See Chapter 7−2 for additional... "COLD" range depending on a level road D Strange noises related to suspension movement D Loss of these clues, take your vehicle need repairing? spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; See Chapter 7 −3 for additional information. See Chapter 7−2 for additional information. D D...
'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Does your vehicle to one side ...unchecked. Some important clues are as possible. excessive tire squeal when cornering; vehicle pulls to your Toyota dealer as soon as follows: If you notice any of brake effectiveness; See Chapter 7−2 for additional... "COLD" range depending on a level road D Strange noises related to suspension movement D Loss of these clues, take your vehicle need repairing? spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; See Chapter 7 −3 for additional information. See Chapter 7−2 for additional information. D D...
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...The lower the tread, the higher the risk of balance with a technician and have caused internal damage. Toyota recommends all four tires, or at a time as a set. recom- Tires deteriorate with a new ... should also be balanced occasionally. Any tires which have penetrated the tire may have the tire repaired or replaced. Using any damage is not obvious. CAUTION D Do not mix radial, bias... the manufacturer's mended size. D Do not use and should always be replaced. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Checking and replacing tires Tread wear indicator Check the tires regularly ...
...The lower the tread, the higher the risk of balance with a technician and have caused internal damage. Toyota recommends all four tires, or at a time as a set. recom- Tires deteriorate with a new ... should also be balanced occasionally. Any tires which have penetrated the tire may have the tire repaired or replaced. Using any damage is not obvious. CAUTION D Do not mix radial, bias... the manufacturer's mended size. D Do not use and should always be replaced. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Checking and replacing tires Tread wear indicator Check the tires regularly ...
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D As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for wheels. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Aluminum wheel precautions D After driving your vehicle the first 1600 km (1000 miles), check that the still tight after driving miles). D When ... not to damage the aluminum wheels. If damaged, replace immediately. 208 your aluminum D When balancing your wheel nuts are 1600 km (1000 rotated, repaired, or tires, check that the wheel nuts are tight. D Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for damage. D If you have changed your wheels, use only...
D As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for wheels. '98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Aluminum wheel precautions D After driving your vehicle the first 1600 km (1000 miles), check that the still tight after driving miles). D When ... not to damage the aluminum wheels. If damaged, replace immediately. 208 your aluminum D When balancing your wheel nuts are 1600 km (1000 rotated, repaired, or tires, check that the wheel nuts are tight. D Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for damage. D If you have changed your wheels, use only...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... Warranty Component Defect Related Parts Specific Control Devices Specified Major Emission 12 36 36 60 60 36 96 - 43 - For more details please call Toyota toll-free at 1-800-331-4331. Manual and this supplement could result in voiding the warranty in whole or in part. ¡ To further... demonstrate our commitment to your satisfaction with your Toyota vehicle, there may be times when Toyota will establish a special policy adjustment for your dealership or call your particular vehicle model which will pay for all or part ...
... Warranty Component Defect Related Parts Specific Control Devices Specified Major Emission 12 36 36 60 60 36 96 - 43 - For more details please call Toyota toll-free at 1-800-331-4331. Manual and this supplement could result in voiding the warranty in whole or in part. ¡ To further... demonstrate our commitment to your satisfaction with your Toyota vehicle, there may be times when Toyota will establish a special policy adjustment for your dealership or call your particular vehicle model which will pay for all or part ...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... Canada 1-800-263-7640 (Canada only) 4 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY What Is Covered Warrantor TOYOTA warrants each new 1998 vehicle. BBB AUTO LINE will be obtained from: Toyota Customer Service Office Toyota Canada Inc. Note: In Canada, assistance may be made at no charge. BBB AUTO LINE...Charge Warranty repairs and adjustments (parts and/or labor) will resolve your complaint through arbitration ¡ª a process by which two or more parties authorize an independent third party to any vehicle registered and normally operated in the mainland United States and Alaska, TOYOTA is ...
... Canada 1-800-263-7640 (Canada only) 4 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY What Is Covered Warrantor TOYOTA warrants each new 1998 vehicle. BBB AUTO LINE will be obtained from: Toyota Customer Service Office Toyota Canada Inc. Note: In Canada, assistance may be made at no charge. BBB AUTO LINE...Charge Warranty repairs and adjustments (parts and/or labor) will resolve your complaint through arbitration ¡ª a process by which two or more parties authorize an independent third party to any vehicle registered and normally operated in the mainland United States and Alaska, TOYOTA is ...