2018 Toyota Avalon 2AR-FE/2GR-FKS (XX40)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Occasional oil consumption reports on early V6 engines
• Water pump and thermostat wear after 100k miles

First checks

• Inspect oil level and quality regularly
• Check for oil leaks around valve covers
• Verify coolant level and condition

Avant de remplacer des pièces

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• Model year 2018 was a facelift of the XX40 generation introduced in 2013.
• Available primarily in North America and China; some Middle East and other selected markets received variants.