Toyota 1997 Avalon User Manual

Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value-conscious people who drive Toyotas. We
are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we
build.
This Owner’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and
follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.
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 mainte-
nance and any other assistance you may require.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next
owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of
printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improve-
ment, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
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Toyota 1997 Avalon Specifications

General

Brand	Toyota
Model	1997 Avalon
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-1 Overview of instruments and controls

Introduces the overview of vehicle instruments and controls.

Chapter 1-2 Keys and Doors

Details on vehicle keys, key number plate, and door operation.

Chapter 1-3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors

Covers adjustments and usage of seats, belts, steering wheel, and mirrors.

Chapter 1-4 Lights, Wipers and Defogger

Covers operation of headlights, wipers, and defogger systems.

Chapter 1-5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators

Explains various gauges, meters, and service reminder indicators.

Chapter 1-6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake

Details on ignition switch operation, transmission, and parking brake.

Chapter 1-7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system

Details on operating the car audio and air conditioning systems.

Instrument panel overview

Side vent

Identifies the side vent component of the instrument panel.

Instrument cluster overview

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Identifies the gauge for engine coolant temperature.

Fuel gauge

Identifies the gauge indicating the fuel level.

Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

BRAKE (type A)

Symbol for the brake system warning light.

SRS airbag warning light*1

Symbol for the SRS airbag warning light.

Side doors—

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY

Instructions on how to lock and unlock doors using the key.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK BUTTON

Child restraint—

—Child restraint precautions

Guidelines and warnings for using child restraint systems.

Headlights and turn signals (with automatic light control system)

Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system)

HEADLIGHTS

Manual operation of headlights and parking lights.

High-Low beams

Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

Cruise control

Part 3 STARTING AND DRIVING

How to start the engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the vehicle's engine.

Winter driving tips

Trailer towing

Part 4 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

If your vehicle will not start

Troubleshooting steps when the vehicle fails to start.

If you have a flat tire

If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever

Part 5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE

Protecting your Toyota from corrosion

Washing and waxing your Toyota

Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE—

Chapter 7-1 Introduction

Introduction to DIY maintenance, covering engine, fuses, precautions, and tools.

Does your vehicle need repairing?

Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal

Part 8 SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and weight

Engine

Service specifications

Part 9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners

Uniform tire quality grading