Electrical components -> Checking and replacing fuses for Your Toyota Avalon 4 Door Second Generation (2000-2004)

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Checking and replacing fuses  
Type A fuses can be pulled out by the  
pull−out tool. The location of the pull−out  
tool is shown in the illustration.  
Type A  
If you are not sure whether the fuse has  
blown, try replacing the suspected fuse  
with one that you know is good.  
If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse  
into the clip.  
Only install a fuse with the amperage rat-  
ing designated on the fuse box lid.  
Good  
Type B  
Blown  
Blown  
Blown  
If you do not have a spare fuse, in an  
emergency you can pull out the “RADIO”  
or “A/C” fuse, which may be dispensable  
for normal driving, and use it if its  
amperage rating is the same.  
If the headlights or other electrical  
components do not work, check the  
fuses. If any of the fuses are blown,  
they must be replaced.  
If you cannot use one of the same amper-  
age, use one that is lower, but as close  
as possible to the rating. If the amperage  
is lower than that specified, the fuse  
might blow out again but this does not  
indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get  
the correct fuse as soon as possible and  
return the substitute to its original clip.  
See “Fuse locations” in Section 7−1 for  
locations of the fuses.  
Good  
Type C  
Turn the ignition switch and inoperative  
component off. Pull a suspected fuse  
straight out and check it.  
Determine which fuse may be causing the  
problem. The lid of the fuse box shows  
the name of the circuit for each fuse. See  
Section 8 of this manual for the functions  
controlled by each circuit.  
It is a good idea to purchase a set of  
spare fuses and keep them in your ve-  
hicle for emergencies.  
Good  
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Adding washer fluid  
Replacing light bulbs—  
If the new fuse immediately blows out,  
there is a problem with the electrical sys-  
tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as  
soon as possible.  
If any washer does not work or low  
windshield washer fluid level warning  
light comes on, the washer tank may be  
empty. Add washer fluid.  
The following illustrations show how to  
gain access to the bulbs. When replacing  
a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and  
light switch are off. Use bulbs with the  
wattage ratings given in the table.  
You may use plain water as washer fluid.  
However, in cold areas where tempera-  
tures range below freezing point, use  
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This  
product is available at your Toyota dealer  
and most auto parts stores. Follow the  
manufacturer’s directions for how much to  
mix with water.  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
Never use a fuse with a higher am-  
perage rating, or any other object, in  
place of a fuse. This may cause ex-  
tensive damage and possibly a fire.  
D To prevent yourself from burning,  
do not replace the light bulbs while  
they are hot.  
D Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas  
inside and require special handling.  
They can burst or shatter if  
scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb  
only by its plastic or metal case.  
Do not touch the glass part of a  
bulb with bare hands.  
NOTICE  
Do not use engine antifreeze or any  
other substitute because it may dam-  
age your vehicle’s paint.  
NOTICE  
Only use a bulb of the listed type.  
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