1998 TOYOTA CAMRY engine

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CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands, clothing, and tools away
from the moving fan and engine
drive belts. (Removing rings,
watches, and ties is advisable.)
Right after driving,  the e

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Do not overfill automatic transmis-
sion fluid, or the transmission
could be damaged.
Do not drive with the air cleaner
filter removed, or excessive engine
wear could result. Also backfiring
cou

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Part 7
DO−IT−YOURSELF
MAINTENANCE—
Chapter 7−2
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level
Checking the engine coolant
level
Checking brake fluid
Checking power steering fluid
Ch

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Engine oil selection
Use API grade SH, ”Energy−Conserving II”
or SJ, ”Energy−Conserving” multigrade
engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 5W−30

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Look at the see−through coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the ”FULL” and ”LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low

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Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once
opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from
the air, and excess  moisture can  cause a
dangerous loss of braking.
CAUTION
Take care when filling the reservoir

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—Checking battery exterior
TerminalsGround cable
Hold−down clamp
Check the battery for corroded or loose
terminal connections, cracks, or loose
hold−down clamp.
a. If the battery is corroded

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Battery recharging precautions
During recharging, the battery is pro-
ducing hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed
on the vehicle, be sure to disc