1996 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 171

S Be sure that the ignition is off if you work near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille. With the ignition on, the engine cooling fan will automatically start to run if the engine coolant temperature is high and/or the air conditioning is on. S Use eye protection whenever you work on or under you vehicle where you may be exposed to flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. S Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water. S Do not leave used oil within the reach of children. S Dispose of used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filter in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your dealer or a service station for information concerning recycling or disposal. NOTICE zRemember that battery and ignition cables carry high currents or voltages. Be careful of accidentally causing a short circuit. zAdd only demineralized or distilled water to fill the radiator. And if you spill some of the coolant, be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint. zDo not allow dirt or anything else to fall through the spark plug holes. zDo not pry the outer electrode of a spark plug against the center electrode. zUse only spark plugs of the specified type. Using other types will cause engine damage, loss of performance or radio noise. zDo not reuse platinum-tipped spark plugs by cleaning or regapping. zDo not overfill automatic transmission fluid, or the transmission could be damaged. zDo not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment. zBe careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame. zWhen closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. 165