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GENERAL 1999 FEATURES
160GE02
160GE03
MUTE
Sound
VOL
74
ICIC
Cassette
61Radio
60ICCD
Changer
43
Power Amplifier
Power Supply
Control
Mode ControlCommand
SwitchVolume Cassette Radio
Fig. 1
CD Changer
OFF
CD
Radio
CD
Play Notice
Output ON Request
Output ON Verification
Output OFF Verification
Output ON VerificationOutput ON Request Amplifier Power
Supply ON
Power On Notice Output ON Verification Output ON Instruction
Output ON Instruction
Output ON Instruction Output OFF Instruction
Radio ONCD OFFCD ON
AMFM
Fig. 2
(Shielded)
(Press Switch)
(Press Switch)
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Switching the System
An audio system that uses AVC-LAN consists of audio units that are connected in parallel as described in
Fig. 1. Each of the audio units has a switch to connect the unit to the communication bus.
To control the audio units in accordance with the system to be operated, the mode control portion transmits
output ON and output OFF instructions. In accordance with the instruction signals transmitted by the mode
control portion, the units turn their switches ON or OFF to switch the operating unit and system. Fig. 2 shows
an example of a signal exchange that takes place between the mode control unit and each audio unit during
the switching of the system.
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4. Diagnosis Function
A diagnostic function that comprises the following 3 functions has been adopted.
A LAN check mode that displays the code number (physical address) of the tuner and connected equip-
ment.
A system check mode that displays the malfunction judgment of the tuner and connected equipment and
its results.
A diagnosis memory mode that displays the malfunction judgment of the tuner and connected equipment
and its results.
For further details on diagnosis function, see the Toyota Service Bulletin (Ref. No. BE-8008).
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CAMRY ± OUTLINE OF NEW FEATURES
CAMRY
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OUTLINE OF NEW FEATURES
The Camry is a high-quality family sedan with advanced technology and sporty performance. The following
changes are made for the 1999 model year.
1. Model Line-Up
The following models have been added.
SXV20L-AEMDKK, SXV20L-AEPDKK
MCV20L-CEMNKA, MCV20L-AEPDKK
The following models have been discontinued.
SXV20L-CEMDKK, SXV20L-CEPDKK, SXV20L-CEMNKK, SXV20L-CEPNKK
MCV20L-CEMDKA, MCV20L-CEPDKK, MCV20L-CEPGKK
2. Engine
ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery) system has been adopted on the 1MZ-FE engine models.
The basic construction and operation of this system are the same as in the '98 Camry with 5S-FE Engine.
The direction of the rotation of the radiator cooling fan of the 1MZ-FE engine models has been reversed.
A service port has been provided for inspecting the evaporative emission control system on all models.
For details, see the General 1999 Features section.
3. Axles
The rear axle bearing specifications have been partially changed.
4. Brakes
The brake specifications have been partially changed.
5. Body
The attachment method for the front bumper reinforcement has been changed.
The center pillar garnish extends into the vehicle's interior to provide its effectiveness in absorbing the
energy in case the occupant's head collides against the pillar.
A reinforcement has been added to the rocker panel to effectively dissipate the impact energy during a
frontal collision, thus minimizing the deformation of the cabin.
The front, center and rear pillar garnishes provide an impact-absorbing structure consisting of internal ribs
that dampen the impact.
6. Seat
A seat fabric has been changed on the CE grade models to improve the seat appearance.
7. Seat Belt
The shape of the tongue plate has been changed to help improve the usability of the seat belt.
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CAMRY ± OUTLINE OF NEW FEATURES
160CM05
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8. Lighting
Daytime running light system with automatic light control sensor is provided on the models for U.S.A. as
optional equipment, and as standard equipment on the models for Canada.
The basic construction and operation are the same as in the '99 Camry Solara.
9. Air Conditioning
An aluminum heater core has been adopted on all models.
A quick joint has been adopted for joining the air conditioner tube.
10.SRS Airbag
A 3-sensor type airbag system has been adopted with the addition of a front airbag sensors, which senses the
impact of a frontal collision. For details, see the General 1999 Features section.
11. Power Seat
A power seat is available as an option for the driver seat on the LE grade model. Also, a power seat is available
as an option for the driver and front passenger seats on the LE grade model with leather seat.
12. Audio
An AM / FM ETR with Cassette Deck and CD Player with built-in power amplifier is available as an option
on the LE grade model.
The pole antenna, which was provided on the CE grade model, has been changed to the rear window im-
printed antenna.
13. Cruise Control System
The cruise control ECU has been made more compact.
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CAMRY ± MODEL CODE
SXV20 : With 5S-FE Engine
MCV20 : With 1MZ-FE Engine
D: CE
N: LE
G: XLE M : 5-Speed Manual, Floor
P : 4-Speed Automatic, Floor
E : 4-Door Sedan A : Camry (Produced by TMC*
1)
C : Camry (Produced by TMMK*2)
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
MCV20 L ± C E P G K A
1234567
1BASIC MODEL CODE5
7GEARSHIFT TYPE
ENGINE SPECIFICATION
K : DOHC and SFI MODEL NAME
2
3L : Left-Hand Drive
BODY TYPE4
6GRADE
8DESTINATION
A : U.S.A.
K : Canada
8
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MODEL CODE
*1: TMC (Toyota Motor Corporation)
*
2: TMMK (Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Inc.)
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MODEL LINE-UP
TRANSAXLE5-Speed Manual4-Speed Automatic
DESTI-
NATIONENGINEBODY
TYPEGRADES51E153A140EA541E*
CESXV20L-
CEMDKASXV20L-
CEPDKA
5S-FELESXV20L-
A(C)EPNKA
USA
XLESXV20L-
A(C)EPGKA
U.S.A.
CEMCV20L-
CEMDKA
1MZ-FELEMCV20L-
CEMNKAMCV20L-
A(C)EPNKA
XLEMCV20L-
A(C)EPGKA
4-DoorCE
SXV20L-
CEMDKKSXV20L-
CEPDKK
5S FE
4 Door
SedanCESXV20L-
AEMDKKSXV20L-
AEPDKK
5S-FE
LE
SXV20L-
CEMNKKSXV20L-
CEPNKK
Canada
LESXV20L-
AEPNKK
Canada
CE
MCV20L-
CEPDKK
1MZ FE
CEMCV20L-
AEPDKK
1MZ-FE
XLE
MCV20L-
CEPGKK
XLEMCV20L-
AEPGKK
*: Electronically Controlled Transaxle with an intelligent control system : New
: Discontinued
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CAMRY ± NEW FEATURES
160CM03 160CM02
'99 Camry '98 Camry
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NEW FEATURES
AXLES
On models produced by Toyota Motor Corporation, the rear axle bearing specifications have been changed
as indicated in the following table.
Specifications
Model'99 Camry'98 CamryItem'99 Camry'98 Camry
Ball Diameter mm (in.)10.32 (0.41)12.7 (0.50) or 11.9 (0.47)
Number of Balls14 x 2 or 13 x 211 x 2
Contact Angle degrees4035
PCD (Pitch Circle Diameter)
of Ball Bearing mm (in.)51.5 (2.03) or 49 (1.93)49 (1.93)
Ball Center Distance mm (in.)22.3 (0.88) or 22.6 (0.89)20 (0.79) or 19.5 (0.77)
BRAKES
The brake specifications have been partially changed as indicated in the following table.
Specifications
Model'99 Camry'98 CamryItem'99 Camry'98 Camry
Rear Drum
BrakeWheel Cylinder Dia.
mm (in.)20.64 (0.81)19.05 (0.75)
Brake Control
Valve
Deflection Point of
Hydraulic Pressure
kPa (kgf / cm
2, psi)
2452 (25, 356)1470 (15, 213)
Valve
Pressure Reduction Gradient0.370.6
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CAMRY ± NEW FEATURES
160CM08160CM07
Bumper ReinforcementFront Side Member
Bolt
Weld NutBumper Reinforcement Front Side Member
Nut
Weld Studs
'99 Camry '98 Camry
160CM06
: Head Impact Protection Structure
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BODY
1. Front Bumper
The attachment method of the front bumper reinforcement and the front side member has been changed.
2. Head Impact Absorbing Structure
The center pillar garnish extends into the vehicle's interior. As a result, the effectiveness in reducing the
impact in case the occupant's head collides against the pillar, such as due to the repercussion of a collision,
is provided.
The construction of a Head Impact Protection Structure consisting of internal ribs and inner panel of the
roof side rail has been changed.