1997 TOYOTA CAMRY battery replacement

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PANICº SWITCH
Pushing the PANICº switch for 2 sec-
onds blows the horn intermittently
and flashes the headlights, tail lights
and other exterior lights. The engine
cannot be started because the starter
circuit will be cut.
The PANICº switch is used to deter the
vehicle theft when you witness anyone at-
tempting to brake into or damage your ve-
hicle.
The alarm will last for one minute. To
stops this in the midway, push the PAN-
ICº switch once again. The starter circuitcut will be kept on until the PANICº mode
is cancelled.
To cancel the PANICº mode, unlock any
door with the key or tranmitter or turn the
ignition key from the LOCKº to ACCº
position.
The PANICº mode does not work when
the key is inserted in the ignition switch.
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
TRANSMITTER
The wireless remote control transmitter is
an electronic component. Observe the fol-
lowing instructions in order not to cause
damage on the transmitter.

Do not leave the transmitter on the
places where the temperature becomes
high such as on the dashboard.

Do not disaassemble it.

Avoid knocking it hard against other ob-
jects or dropping it.

Avoid putting it in water.
You can use up to 2 wireless remote con-
trol transmitters for the same vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed in-
formation.
If the wireless remote control transmitter
doew not actualte the doors or alarm, or
operate from a normal distance:
Check for closeness to a radio transmit-
ter such as a radio station or an airport
which can interfer with normal operation
of the transmitter.

The batteries may have been con-
sumed. Check the batteries in the trans-
mitter. To replace the batteries, see Re-
placing transmitter batteries.º
Replacing transmitter batteries
The expected lift of your transmitter bat-
teries is about one year. For replacement,
use DURACELL
[ DL2016 or equivalent.
a. Using a screwdriver, separate the two
halves of the transmitter with the transmit-
ter buttons facing down.
b. Remove and replace the transmitter
batteries.If yout touch a new battery with
your fingers, clean it with rubbing alcohol.
Skin oils may shorten the batteries' life.
c. Reassemble the transmitter case.
Make sure the gasket is properly installed
.After replaceing batteries, check that the
transmitter operates properly. If the trans-
mitter still does not operate properly, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
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Cigarette lighter and front ashtray
Rear ashtray (some models only)CIGARETTE LIGHTER
To use the cigarette lighter, press it in.
When it becomes heated, it automati-
cally pops out ready for use.
If the engine is not running, the key must
be in the ºACCº position.
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed
in.
Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or
equivalent for replacement.
ASHTRAY
To use the ashtray, open the cover.
When finished with your cigarette, thor-
oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre-
vent other cigarette butts from catching
fire. After using the ashtray, close the ash-
tray cover completely.
To remove the ashtray, open the ashtray
cover and pull it out.
To reduce the chance of injury in
case of an accident or sudden stop
while driving, always close the ash-
tray cover completely after use.CAUTION
!
The power outlet is designed for pow-
er supply for car accessories.
The key must be in the ACCº or ONº
position for the power outlet.
NOTICE
To prevent the fuse from being
blown, do not use the electricity
more than 12V/120W in total ca-
pacity of the vehicle.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not use the power
outlet longer than necessary
when the engine is not running.
Cigarette lighter and ashtraysPower outlet
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Checking power steering fluid
Parts (if level is low):
Automatic transmission fluid DEX-
RON
[-II or III
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding fluid)
Checking battery condition
Non-maintenance batteriesÐ
Tools:
Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench (for terminal
clamp bolts)
Maintenance type batteriesÐ
Parts (if level is low):
Distilled water
Tools:
Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench (for terminal
clamp bolts)
Coin (for vent plugs)
Funnel (only for adding distilled water)Checking and replacing fuses
Parts (if replacement is necessary):
Genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent
with same amperage rating as original
Adding washer fluid
Parts:
Water
Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for
winter use)
Tools:
Funnel
Replacing light bulbs
Parts:
Bulb with same number and wattage
rating as original (See charts in Re-
placing light bulbsº in Chapter 7-3.)
Tools:
Screwdriver
Flat-bladed screwdriver
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