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#260 of 290 Re: Should I go by the dipstick or the owner's manual [dpm4] by smudgy2 Jul 21, 2008 (12:11 pm)
Replying to: dpm4 (Jul 18, 2008 7:57 am) I do the oil changes myself on our 2005 Avalon.Initially, I used the 6.4 quart fill amount but soon realized that by omitting the .4 quart (13 Ounces) would only reduce the optimum by 6.5%, a rather insignificant amount. So now I use six quarts. Incidentally, on the dipstick, the difference between full and low is 1.6 quarts. A low mark indicates you need 51 ounces (25% of max). Good luck. Hope you enjoy your Avalon as much as we have.
#261 of 290 Re: Valve Clearance Check & engine flush [amauhry] by chicz Jul 22, 2008 (8:25 am)
Replying to: amauhry (Jul 18, 2008 8:50 am) Thanks for the response. I nixed the engine flush as I also drive a Saab and those have a history of bad experiences with engine flushes. However, the valve clearance check is something that Toyota recommends at the 60K service. However, there are not any symptoms such as you described that would suggest that the valves are out of spec. I also found that the valves on this engine in 2000 were not hydraulic, so they are not self-adjusting.   Based on that , would you pay the $500 for a valve check? I am tending to let things go the way that they are.   Chic 2000 XLS
#262 of 290 2003 Avalon XLS Needs a tune-up? by kathym3 Apr 01, 2009 (7:37 am)
Hi, I have a 2003 Toyota Avalon XLS with about 73K miles on it. I've had it 2 years and haven't done anything to it, but get oil changes new tires and new brakes. It was my grandmother's and she took good care of it and I got it when she passed away. I'm thinking I should probably have it "tuned up" or something, but, of course, am worried about getting ripped off. Can anyone suggest what I should get checked out the next time I take it into the shop for an oil change? Replies to this message: gilseidman (Apr 20, 2009 3:06 pm)
#263 of 290 Re: 2003 Avalon XLS Needs a tune-up? [kathym3] by gilseidman Apr 20, 2009 (3:06 pm)
Replying to: kathym3 (Apr 01, 2009 7:37 am) Look for the car manual and follow the instructions for the changes required at the mileage that they state for the type of driving that you do. My 1995 Avalon required a timing belt change every 60,000 miles. It also recommended a change of spark plugs at 100,000 miles. You should also check when the coolant, air filter, fuel filter and PC valve should be changed. There also may be a cabin filter to be changed. Do not do anything that is not recommended in your manual. I have 160,000 miles and the car runs and looks like new. Also recommend washing the car and waxing it on occasion.
#264 of 290 Windshield wipers by lonnie4 Apr 22, 2009 (3:21 pm)
Hi everyone! I own a 2003 Avalon XL (maybe XLS, can't remember) well anyway, when I turn my windshield wipers off, they stop right in the middle of windshield. Plus I notice when I turn on my heated seats, I am starting to get an awful smell. Another thing, I notice rust around where my tires are. Should I go get this professionally removed and repainted? I remember having a 1984 Toyota truck and the engine ran for ever but body was falling off.   I have over 100,000 miles on it. (sadly still owe another year). Will be wiser next time when buying a car. Will definately have a down payment!   Any help appreciated. Thank you.
#265 of 290 long term maintenance by 1lotlizard Apr 23, 2009 (7:45 am)
I bought 2009 within the past month. The manual gives no service schedule for brake and transmission fluid. Any guidance on that? Thanks for all input. Replies to this message: gilseidman (May 06, 2009 5:41 pm)
#266 of 290 wipers and ventilated seats by 1lotlizard Apr 23, 2009 (7:50 am)
I am very pleased with the new 2009, but have two minor concerns / questions.   1. The wiper on drivers side has some streaking at the point of attachment to the arm, which happens to be my sightline. This is a brand new dealer installed wiper blade. My first set of blades had a problem and were replaced. Has anyone else had this problem or others with the wiper blades?   2. The cooled seat does get cold, but not as fast as my neighbor's car (not a Toyota). Any other complaints on slow seat cooling? Replies to this message: nimimi (Apr 23, 2009 8:21 am)
#267 of 290 Re: wipers and ventilated seats [1lotlizard] by nimimi Apr 23, 2009 (8:21 am)
Replying to: 1lotlizard (Apr 23, 2009 7:50 am) The seats are not "cooled." They are heated and ventilated.
#268 of 290 Air bag light is blinking... by moimeme1 Apr 25, 2009 (8:21 am)
I have a Toyota avalon 98 and the air bag light is blinking. Is there something I can do to reset it?
#269 of 290 Re: long term maintenance [1lotlizard] by gilseidman May 06, 2009 (5:41 pm)
Replying to: 1lotlizard (Apr 23, 2009 7:45 am) I have the 2008 Avalon Limited and there is no schedule for brake or transmission fluid. There is also no dipstick for the transmission. I would follow the instructions in the manual and leave those things alone. You could check the brake reservoir visually and add fluid if low for any reason but it is not likely. It may become lower as the brake pads are used up and should be checked when you do a brake job. I have never drained and replaced brake fluid in my 1995 Avalon and I have 160,000 miles on it.

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