2000 TOYOTA CAMRY trailer

'99camry U
176
PRE±TOWING SAFETY CHECK

Check that your vehicle remains level
when a loaded or unloaded trailer is
hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle has
an abnormal nose±up or nose±down
condition, and check for improper
tongue load, overload,worn suspension
or other possible causes.

Make sure the trailer cargo is securely
loaded so that it can not shift.

Check that your rear view mirrors con-
form to any applicable federal, state/
provincial or local regulation. If not,
install the rear view mirrors required
for towing purpose.
TRAILER TOWING TIPS
When towing a trailer, your vehicle will
handle differently than when not tow-
ing. The three main causes of vehicle±
trailer accidents are driver error, exces-
sive speed and improper trailer loading.
Keep these in mind when towing:

Before starting out, check operation of
the lights and all vehicle±trailer connec-
tions. After driving a short distance,
stop and recheck the lights and con-
nections. Before actually towing a trail-
er, practice turning, stopping and back-
ing with a trailer in an area away from
traffic until you learn the feel.

Backing with a trailer is difficult and
requires practice. Grip the bottom of
the steering wheel and move your hand
to the left to move the trailer to the
left. Move your hand to the right to
move the trailer to the right. (This pro-
cedure is generally opposite to that
when backing without a trailer). Also,
just turn the steering wheel a little at
a time, avoiding sharp or prolonged
turning. Have someone guide you when
backing to reduce the risk of an acci-
dent.

Because stopping distance may be in-
creased, vehicle±to±vehicle distance
should be increased when towing a
trailer. For each 16 km/h (10 mph) of
speed, allow at least one vehicle and
trailer length between you and the ve-
hicle ahead. Avoid sudden braking as
you may skid, resulting in jackknifing
and loss of control. This is especially
true on wet or slippery surfaces.

Avoid jerky starts or sudden accelera-
tion. If your vehicle has a manual
transmission, prevent excessive clutch
slippage by keeping engine rpm low
and not racing the engine. Always start
out in first gear.

Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns.
The trailer could hit your vehicle in a
tight turn. Slow down before making a
turn to avoid the necessity of sudden
braking.

Remember that when making a turn,
the trailer wheels will be closer than
the vehicle wheels to the inside of the
turn. Therefore, compensate for this by
making a larger than normal turning
radius with your vehicle.

Crosswinds and rough roads will ad-
versely affect handling of your vehicle
and trailer, causing sway. Pay attention
to the rear from time to time to pre-
pare yourself for being passed by large
trucks or buses, which may cause your
vehicle and trailer to sway. If swaying
happens, firmly grip the steering wheel
and reduce speed immediately but
gradually. Never increase speed. Steer
straight ahead. If you make no extreme
correction with the steering or brakes,
the vehicle and trailer will stabilize.

Be careful when passing other ve-
hicles. Passing requires considerable
distance. After passing a vehicle, do
not forget the length of your trailer and
be sure you have plenty of room be-
fore changing lanes.

'99camry U
177

In order to maintain engine braking effi-
ciency do not use fifth gear (manual
transmission) or overdrive (automatic
transmission).

Because of the added load of the trail-
er, your vehicle's engine may overheat
on hot days (at temperatures over
30C [85F]) when going up a long or
steep grade with a trailer. If the engine
coolant temperature gauge indicates
overheating, immediately turn off the air
conditioning (if in use), pull off the road
and stop in a safe spot. Refer to ºIf
your vehicle overheatsº in Part 4 of
this manual.

Always place wheel blocks under both
the vehicle and trailer wheels when
parking. Apply the parking brake firmly.
Put the transmission in ºPº (automatic)
or in first or reverse (manual). Avoid
parking on a slope with a trailer, but
if it cannot be avoided, do so only
after performing the following:1. Apply the brakes and hold.
2. Have someone place wheel blocks un-
der both the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. When the wheel blocks are in place,
release your brakes slowly until the
blocks absorb the load.
4. Apply the parking brake firmly.
5. Shift into first or reverse (manual) or
ºPº (automatic) and turn off the engine.
When restarting out after parking on a
slope:
1. With the transmission in ºPº position
(automatic) or the clutch pedal de-
pressed (manual), start the engine.
(With an automatic transmission, be
sure to keep the brake pedal de-
pressed.)
2. Shift into gear.
3. Release the parking brake (also foot
brake on automatic transmission ve-
hicles) and slowly pull or back away
from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply
your brakes.
4. Have someone retrieve the blocks.
CAUTION

Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or
the posted towing speed lim-
it,whichever is lower. Because insta-
bility (swaying) of a towing vehicle±
trailer combination usually in-
creases as the speed increases,ex-
ceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may
cause loss of control.

Slow down and downshift before
descending steep or long downhill
grades. Do not make sudden down-
shifts.

Avoid holding the brake pedal down
too long or too frequently. This
could cause the brakes to overheat
and result in reduced braking effi-
ciency.

'99camry U
243
Tires
Normal driving
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
Tire size
For all loads including full rated loadsFor reduced loads (1 to 4 passengers)
Wheel sizeTire sizeFrontRearFrontRearWheel size
P195/70R14 90S210 (2.1, 30)210 (2.1, 30)210 (2.1, 30)210 (2.1, 30)14
5.5JJ
P205/65R15 92H220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)200 (2.0, 29)200 (2.0, 29)15
6JJ
Trailer driving
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
Tire size
FrontRear
P195/70R14 90S210 (2.1, 30)210 (2.1, 30)
P205/65R15 92H220 (2.2, 32)220 (2.2, 32)
When driving under the above vehicle load conditions at sustained high speeds above 160 km/h (100 mph), in countries where such
speeds are permitted by±law, inflate the front and rear tires to 240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar, 35 psi) provided that it dose not exceed
the maximum cold tire pressure molded on the tire sidewall.
Wheel nut torque, N´m (kgf´m, ft´lbf):
104 (10.5, 77)

Determining the Proper
Maintenance Interval
Depending on your circumstances, you should obtain mainte-
nance for your Toyota every 5, 000 miles or every 7, 500 miles.
Follow these guidelines to determine which interval to use.
5,000-Mile Intervals
Use 5, 000- mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle
under any of the following conditions:
•Driving on unpaved or dusty roads.
•Towing a trailer or using a camper or car- top carrier.
•Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures
below freezing.
7,500-Mile Intervals
Use 7, 500- mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle
under conditions other than those listed above.
Following the Maintenance Log Charts
The Scheduled Maintenance Log identifies the maintenance
required at each mileage interval and corresponding time interval
based on mileage of 1, 250 miles per month. If you drive more than
1, 250 miles per month, you should obtain maintenance at the indi-
cated mileage interval rather than the indicated time interval.
If you choose 5,000- mile intervals, follow the maintenance
instructions shown below non- shaded headings such as this one:
5,000 Miles or 4 Months
If you choose 7, 500- mile intervals, follow the maintenance
instructions shown below shaded headings such as this one:
7, 500 Miles or 6 Months
At 15,000- mile increments, the 5,000- mile and 7, 500- mile
intervals coincide. Therefore, shaded and non- shaded headings
appear together, as in this example:
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOGS17

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOGS19 Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper
or Car-Top Carrier
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Replace differential oil
•Replace transmission fluid or oil
•Replace transfer oil *
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolts*
Off-Road Maintenance
If you own a Land Cruiser or a four- wheel drive RAV4,
Tacoma or 4Runner, you should check the following items
daily whenever you drive off- road through deep sand, mud
or water:
•Brake lines and hoses
•Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Engine air filter
•Differential oil
•Steering linkage
•Transfer oil
•Transmission fluid or oil
•Wheel bearings
For all four- wheel drive vehicles except RAV4, you should
also lubricate the propeller shafts daily.
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs

MA003±09
MA±4
± MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
47 Author: Date:
UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item an cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the ºFULLº and ºLOWº lines on the see±through reservoir.
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case.
6. BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID LEVELS
(a) Check that the brake and clutch fluid levels are near the upper level line on the see±through reservoirs.
(b) Check that the clutch fluid level is with is ± 5 mm (0.20 in.). of the reservoir hem.
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELTS
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

Check the level.

The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDº range depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, shift the selector into all positions from ºPº to ºLº,
and then shift into ºPº position.
(c) Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean rag. Re±insert the dipstick and check that the
fluid level is in the HOT range.
(d) Do this check with the fluid at normal driving temperature (70 ± 80°C, 158 ± 176°F).
HINT:
Wait until the engine cools down (approx. 30 min.) before checking the fluid level after extended driving at
high speeds, in hot weather, in heavy traffic or pulling a trailer.
11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the cause located
and corrected.

SS04W±01
± SERVICE SPECIFICATIONSSUSPENSION AND AXLE
SS±59
222 Author: Date:
SUSPENSION AND AXLE
SERVICE DATA
P195/70R14 90SFront, Rear*1210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2, 30 psi)
Cold tire inflationP195/70R14 90SFront, Rear*2210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2, 30 psi)pressure
(Normal driving)P205/65R15 92HFront, Rear*1220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2, 32 psi)(Normal driving)P205/65R15 92HFront, Rear*2200 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm2, 29 psi)
P195/70R14 90SFront, Rear*3210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm2, 30 psi)
Cold tire inflationP195/70R14 90SFront, Rear*4240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2, 35 psi)pressure
(Trailer towing)P205/65R15 92HFront, Rear*3220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2, 32 psi)(Trailer towing)P205/65R15 92HFront, Rear*4240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2, 35 psi)
V hi l h i ht 195/70R14Front*5212 mm (8.35 in.)Vehicle height195/70R14Rear*6264 mm (10.39 in.)
205/65R15Front*5215 mm (8.46 in.)205/65R15Rear*6266 mm (10.49 in.)
Camber 5S±FE±0°36'±45'(0.6°±0.75°)Camber 5S ± FE
1MZ ± FE
±036 ± 45 (0.6 ± 0.75)
±0°37' ± 45' (0.62° ± 0.75°)1MZ ± FE±037 ± 45 (0.62 ± 0.75)
Left ± right error45' (0.75°) or less
Front wheel
alignment
Caster 5S ± FE
1MZ ± FE
Left ± right error2°10' ± 45' (2.17° ± 0.75°)
2°11' ± 45' (2.18° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less
alignmentSteering axis inclination 5S ± FE
1MZ ± FE
Left ± right error13°01' ± 45' (13.02° ± 0.75°)
13°04' ± 45' (13.07° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less
Toe±in (Total)
Rack end length difference0° ± 12' (0° ± 0.2°)
0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 0.08 in.)
1.5 mm (0.059 in.) or less
Wh l l 195/70R14Inside wheel 37°12' ± 2° (37.2° ± 2°)Wheel angle195/70R14Outside wheel 32°21' (32.45°)
205/65R15Inside wheel 35°47' ± 2° (35.78° ± 2°)205/65R15Outside wheel 31°25' (31.42°)
Rear wheel
li t
Camber 5S ± FE
1MZ ± FE
Left ± right error±0°42' ± 45' (±0.7° ± 0.75°)
±0°45' ± 45' (±0.75° ± 0.75°)
45' (0.75°) or less
alignmentToe±in (Total)
No.2 lower suspension arm length difference0°24' ± 12' (0.4° ± 0.2°)
4 ± 2 mm (0.16 ± 0.08 in.)
1 mm (0.04 in.) or less
*1: For all loads including rated loads
*2: For reduced loads (1 to 4 passengers)
*3: For driving under 160 km/h (100 mph)
*4: For driving at 160 km/h (100 mph) or over
*5: Front measuring point
Measure from the ground to the center of the front side lower suspension arm mounting bolt.
*6: Rear measuring point
Measure from the ground to the center of the strut rod mounting bolt.

R03031
SA078±01
R15157
Front
R07928
SA±2
± SUSPENSION AND AXLETIRE AND WHEEL
1953 Author: Date:
TIRE AND WHEEL
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT TIRE
(a) Check the tires for wear and proper inflation pressure.
Cold inflation pressure:
Normal driving
Tire sizeFront, Rear
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
P195/70R14 90S, 90H210 (2.1, 30)
P205/65R15 92H*1 220 (2.2, 32)
*2 200 (2.0, 29)
*1: For all loads including full rated loads
*
2: For reduced loads (1 to 4 passengers)
Trailer towing
Tire sizeFront, Rear
kPa (kgf/cm2 or bar, psi)
P195/70R14 90S*1 210 (2.1, 30)
*2 240 (2.4, 36)
P205/65R15 92H*1 220 (2.2, 32)
*2 240 (2.4, 36)
*1: For driving under 160 km/h (100 mph)
*
2: For driving at 160 km/h (100 mph) or over
(b) Check the tire runout.
Tire runout: 1.0 mm (0.039 in.) or less
2. ROTATING TIRES
HINT:
See the illustration for where to rotate each tire.
3. INSPECT WHEEL BALANCE
(a) Check and adjust the Off±the±car balance.
(b) If necessary, check and adjust the On±the±car balance.
Imbalance after adjustment:
8.0 g (0.018 lb) or less