Key Fob Battery Change

After a few years of daily use, the battery inside the smart or "intelligent" key fob remote control for the keyless entry and push button start systems of a fourth generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and maybe also the revised 2018 model year) Toyota Avalon sedan can become weak or stop working entirely.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

Map Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out map light bulb in the overhead console of your 4th generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and probably also the updated 2018) Toyota Avalon or you'd like to upgrade them both to brighter LED bulbs, take a look at my DIY tutorial (with the compatible part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Dome Light Bulbs Change

The Toyota Avalon is equipped with two dome lights in a housing attached to the headliner above the back seats which also serve as the rear passenger courtesy or "personal" reading lights.

To view my DIY directions for changing a burnt out dome light bulb, with the compatible replacement part numbers, click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Cabin Air Filter Change

If the A/C system in your 4th generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and probably also the revised 2018) Toyota Avalon hasn't been working as well recently, or the vents smell a bit musty or moldy, you probably need to clean or change the cabin air filter element in the HVAC blower motor housing.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Vanity Mirror Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out vanity mirror light bulb in the sun visor of your Toyota Avalon, take a look at my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

Courtesy Step Light

If you need to change a burnt out courtesy step light bulb at the bottom of the plastic interior door panels in your Toyota Avalon, check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Door Panel Removal

If you'd like to upgrade the OEM door speakers in your 4th generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017) Toyota Avalon, you'll first have to take off the plastic interior door panels.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure, click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Windshield Wiper Blades

If you've been having difficulty seeing out of the front windshield window of your Toyota Avalon during a rain or snow storm, you probably need to change the wiper blades.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the OEM blade sizes in inches and some compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Tail Light Bulbs Change

The brake lights on a fourth generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017) Toyota Avalon are LED lights that should last the life time of the vehicle.

Although you will need to eventually change a burnt out traditional incandescent rear turn signal and reverse light bulbs. Check out my DIY tutorial, with the compatible part numbers, by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Trunk Light Bulb Change

If you need to change a burnt out cargo area light bulb in the trunk of your Toyota Avalon (or upgrade it to a brighter LED bulb), check out my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left.

Front Turn Signal Light

The front turn signal light bulb is located in a separate housing at the bottom of the bumper cover along with the fog light bulb (if equipped).

Take a look at my DIY instructions for changing the bulb (along with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Headlight Bulbs Change

The headlight housings of a fourth generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and maybe also the revised 2018 model year) Toyota Avalon sedan contain the low beam, high beam and front side marker light bulbs.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) click on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left side.

Engine Air Filter Change

The engine air filter element for the 2GR-FE 3.5 liter V6 motor in a Toyota Avalon should be cleaned at every oil change and replaced every few years or about 30,000 to 45,000 miles depending on your driving conditions.

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Electrical Fuse Change

The best place to start troubleshooting any electrical problem with your Toyota Avalon is to check for a faulty relay or a "blown" fuse in either the engine bay or interior passenger compartment electrical panels.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture over on the left side of this paragraph.

Spark Plugs Change

The iridium tipped OEM spark plugs in a fourth generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2017) Toyota Avalon with the 2GR-FE 3.5 liter V6 engine can last up to 100,000 miles, but they should be checked well before that mileage.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

PCV Valve Change

The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve on the 2GR-FE 3.5 liter V6 engine in a Toyota Avalon should be checked every 30,000 miles and replaced every few years or about 60,000 miles.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

3.5L Engine Oil Change

The best way to keep your 4th generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017) Toyota Avalon running reliably is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the filter on the 2GR-FE 3.5 liter V6 engine.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement oil filter part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

12V Car Battery Change

If you've been having difficulty starting the 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 engine in your Avalon on a cold morning and the OEM 12 volt car battery is a few years old, you probably need to replace it.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure (including the OEM group size and compatible replacement part numbers) click on the text link or thumbnail picture.

Front Brake Pads Change

If you've been hearing a grinding or screeching sound coming from the front end of your Avalon when you step on the brake pedal, you probably need to change the front brake pads.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Rear Brake Pads Change

The rear brake pads on a Avalon usually last twice as long as the front pads or anywhere from 60,000 to over 100,000 miles.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for changing the rear brake pads (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.