Toyota Avalon 2000-2004

The Toyota Avalon, from 2000 to 2004, marked a significant evolution in the full-size sedan segment, offering a blend of refinement, spaciousness, and reliability. Built on a stretched version of Toyota's renowned Camry platform, the Avalon showcased a smooth and comfortable ride, focusing on passenger comfort and quietness. This generation of the Avalon featured a roomy interior with abundant rear-seat legroom and a comfortable, well-appointed cabin. High-quality materials, well-designed controls, and a user-friendly layout contributed to the car's reputation for comfort and convenience.

Regarding technology, the Avalon from this era offered a range of amenities, including an optional navigation system, automatic climate control, and premium sound systems. Safety features included standard front-seat side airbags and antilock brakes, enhancing the vehicle's overall security. While its performance was more tuned for a smooth and relaxed driving experience than sportiness, the Avalon provided ample power for daily driving needs.

Toyota Avalon specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Chassis

• Type: XX20

Engine 3.0L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 33FT-LBS
• Oil capacity: 5.0 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.0L 6-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity:  70L (18.5 gal, 15.4 Imp. gal.)

Engine coolant

• Type: “TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equivalent With ethylene−glycol type coolant for proper corrosion protection of aluminum components. Do not use alcohol-type antifreeze or plain water alone.
• Capacity:  90L (9.5 gal, 7. Imp. gal.)

Automatic Transaxle

• Type: Automatic transmission fluid D−II or DEXRONIII (DEXRONII
• Capacity: 4.75L (5.0 qt, 7.9 Imp. qt)

Steering

• Type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III

Brakes

• Type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

Powertrain

Engine

• SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

Transmission

• 4-speed A541E automatic

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9006
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 1157NA
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb 1157NA
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9006

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 921
• Inner Tail Light Bulb: 168
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Outer Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Parking Light Bulb: 1157NA
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA

Interior Lights

• Courtesy Light Bulb: DE3423
• Dome Light Bulb: DE3423
• Glove Box Light Bulb: 37
• Map Light Bulb: DE3423
• Trunk Light Bulb: 2825