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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Thermistor, Replace -> Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, , Corolla Matrix, Highlander, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra & 4Runner -> Celica -> Echo -> MR2
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GAS

Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, , Corolla Matrix, Highlander, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra & 4Runner

Refer to "Evaporator Core, Replace" for thermistor replacement procedure.

Celica

  • Remove glove compartment.
  • Disconnect blower unit electrical connectors.
  • Disconnect air inlet control cable.
  • Remove wiring harness clamp.
  • Remove blower unit mounting screws and nuts, then the blower unit from vehicle.
  • Disconnect thermistor electrical connector.
  • Remove thermistor from cooling unit.
  • Re...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Height & Freeplay
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GAS

Brake Pedal Height & Freeplay

Refer to Fig. for pedal height and freeplay references.

  • Loosen stop light switch, then the clevis locknut.
  • Adjust pedal height by turning pushrod.
  • Tighten locknut an...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1995-04 Avalon -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Models Less Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection -> Models w/Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

Models w/Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection
  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable, if equipped.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Remove the fuel fill cap to release fuel tank pressure.
  • Place a shop towel over the union bolt at top of fuel filter. Slowly loosen the union bolt allowing fuel pressure to bleed down.
  • Whenever the union bolt is loosened to relieve fuel system pressure, always replace the bolt gasket.
Models Less Union Bolt Fuel Line Connection
  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft prot...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

The hub bearing could be damaged if it is subjected to the vehicle weight, such as when moving the vehicle with the drive shaft removed.

After disconnecting the drive shaft from the axle hub, work carefully so as not to damage the ABS speed sensor rotor serration on the drive shaft.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove front fender apron seal.
  • Drain automatic transmission fluid.
  • Remove cotter pin and lock cap from drive shaft lock nut.
  • With an assistant applying brakes, remove drive shaft lock nut.
  • Disconnect tie rod end from steering knuckle.
  • Disconne...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Loosen alternator pivot bolt, adjusting lock bolt, and adjusting bolt, then remove drive belt, Fig. .
  • Disconnect alternator connector.
  • Disconnect alternator to battery cable.
  • Disconnect ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Toyota -> 2000-04 Avalon
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

On 2000-02 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.

On 2003-04 models, under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 22,500 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter every 10,000 miles.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Remove the five screws retaining the glove compartment to the instrument panel, Fig. .
  • Disengage the glove compartment retaining clips using a screwdriver with tape placed over the screwdriver tip.
  • Carefull...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Toyota -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

On some models equipped with OBD II, the MIL will also illuminate if the fuel tank filler cap is not properly tightened. Tighten fuel tank filler cap until it clicks.

The MIL should light when the ignition switch is placed in the On position without starting the engine. When the engine is started, the lamp should go out. If it remains lit, a fault has been detected by the diagnostic system and has logged a diagnostic trouble code. If the fault does not occur again within three trips, the lamp will go out but a diagnostic tro...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GAS

  • On models equipped with coded audio anti-theft systems, complete code procedures.
  • On all models, raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain coolant from engine and radiator into a suitable container.
  • Remove battery and tray, then disconnect cruise control actuator and mounting from body.
  • Disconnect upper radiator and coolant reservoir hoses from radiator.
  • Disconnect lower radiator hose at engine, then tran...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 Toyota Avalon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Cowl Wire
  • Engine Room Main Wire
  • Engine Wire
  • Sensor wire
  • Splice E-2
  • ABS Components Diagram for 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GASABS Components Diagram for 2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Speed Sensor
  • Stop Light Switch
  • Brake Warning Light
  • Active Light Relay
  • Brake Actuator
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Toyota Avalon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Toyota Avalon XLS 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Symbols
  • 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Generator
  • Rear Window Defogger Switch
  • Noise Filter
  • Charge Warning Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Toyota Avalon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: LONG TERM VEHICLE STORAGE GUIDELINES
    Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: ENGINE "PINGING" OR "KNOCKING" NOISE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2004 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Toyota Avalon AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Toyota Avalon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2004 Toyota Avalon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2004 Toyota Avalon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2004 Toyota Avalon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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