2000 TOYOTA CAMRY Headlight

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 2000 model year.
1. Model Line-Up
The 5S-FNE CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) engine model has been added.
2. Exterior
Four new exterior colors have been added, for a total of 10 colors.
The design of the front and rear bumpers has been changed.
The bumper and the radiator grille have been made separate, and the radiator grille is chrome-plated.
The side protection molding has been increased in size. On the XLE grade model, chrome stripes have been
adopted for the side protection molding.
The 4-light multi-reflector type headlights are adopted with new styling.
The design and styling of the rear combination light has been changed.
The 16º aluminum alloy wheel and wheel cap has been added.
The styling of the 15º full wheel cover has been changed.
3. Interior
Wood-grain panels have been adopted in the interior of the XLE grade model.
CRS tether anchor brackets have been provided on the package tray trim. (except 5S-FNE engine Model)
A clock with an outside temperature gauge has been provided on the models with manual air conditioning.
4. 5S-FE Engine
The intake system from the inlet duct to the throttle body has been improved to increase torque and reduce
noise.
The direction of the rotation of the radiator cooling fan has been reversed.
A 2-way exhaust control system has been adopted on the TMMK made model.
Along with the discontinuance of the air assist system, the fuel injectors and the IAC valve have been
changed for the California specification model, in order to meet ULEV (Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle) re-
quirement.
The system for detecting evaporative emission leaks has been changed. For details, see the General 2000
Features section.
5. 5S-FNE Engine
Based on the 5S-FE gasoline engine, the 5S-FNE engine uses compressed natural gas. The fuel lines have
been designed exclusively for compressed natural gas application.
6. 1MZ-FE Engine
The system for detecting evaporative emission leaks has been changed. For details, see the General 2000
Features section.
A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) has been added for indicating a thermostat malfunction.
7. Automatic Transaxle
The overdrive switch has been changed to the momentary type. For details, see the General 2000 Features
section.
The differential gear ratio of the A140E automatic transaxle has been changed for the 5S-FNE engine mod-
el to accommodate the performance of the 5S-FNE engine.

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8. Brakes
The specifications of the front and rear brakes have been changed.
9. Suspension
The front and rear springs, stabilizers, and shock absorbers have been modified to realize excellent stability,
controllability, and riding comfort.
10. Steering
A check valve has been added to the power steering gear box to help reduce kickback.
The rack stroke of the 5S-FE engine model has been changed to 145mm (5.71 in.), which is the same as
in the 1MZ-FE engine.
11. Body
Hood support dampers are used.
Two utility hooks added in the luggage room for the gasoline engine model.
To install the fuel tank in the front area of the luggage compartment, the upper back panel has been cut
out for the 5S-FNE engine model.
A performance rod that joins the tops of the right and left rear suspension strut towers has been adopted
for the 5S-FNE engine model.
The shape of the rear floor pan has been changed to prevent the luggage compartment capacity from being
reduced as a result of the installation of the fuel tank in the luggage compartment for the 5S-FNE engine
model.
12. Seat
The seat cover of the LE grade model has been changed.
Optional driver power seat added for the LE grade model.
A fixed type seat back is used for the rear seat for the 5S-FNE engine model.
13. Seat Belt
2-point NR (Non-Retractor) seat belt is used for the rear center seat for the 5S-FNE engine model.
14. Wireless Door Lock Control
Audio answer back is adopted.
15. Lighting
Along with the adoption of the 4-beam headlights, the electrical circuit of the daytime running light system
has been changed.
16. Air Conditioning
The air inlet mode selector of heater control panel has been changed from the lever type to the push button
type on the CE and LE grade model.
When the air outlet mode is set to the DEF or FOOT / DEF mode, the air inlet mode also changes to the
FRESH mode, has been also added on the CE and LE grade model.
A fully automatic controlled type air conditioning is used on the XLE grade model.
A defroster-linked air conditioning start up control has been continuing to use since the previous models
with air conditioning.
17. SRS Airbag
The inflator of the SRS airbag for the driver has been made more compact and lightweight.
A signal that causes the supply of fuel to be cut off during a frontal collision is output by the airbag sensor
assembly to the ECM for the 5S-FNE engine model.

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CAMRY ± NEW FEATURES
172CM02
A
A
172CM03
Chrome
Plating
Radiator
Grille
Chrome
Plating
BumperIntegrated Bumper and
Radiator Grille
New Previous EmblemEmblem
172CM04
Chrome Strip
XLE Grade LE and CE Grade
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NEW FEATURES
EXTERIOR
The design of the front and rear bumpers has been changed.
The bumper and the radiator grille have been made separate, and the radiator grille is chrome-plated.
The side protection molding has been increased in size. On the XLE grade model, chrome stripes have been
adopted for the side protection molding.
The 4-light multi-reflector type headlights are adopted with new styling.
The design and styling of the rear combination light has been changed.

Bumper and Radiator Grille (A ± A) Cross Section 


Side Protection Moulding Cross Section 

CAMRY ± NEW FEATURES
172CM08
Hood Support Dampers
Utility Hooks
172CM09
High
High Beam
Indicator Light
Low
HighLow
Daytime
Running
Light
Relay No.3
Daytime Running Light
Relay No.4
'00 Model
HighLowHighLow
Daytime Running
Light Relay No.4Daytime Running
Light Resistor
'99 Model 58
Hood support dampers are used.
Two utility hooks added in the luggage room.
LIGHTING
The 4-light multi-reflector type headlights are adopted with new styling.
Along with the adoption of the 4-beam headlights, the daytime running light system has been changed
from the '99 model type that uses resistors to dim the low beams. On the 2000 model, the daytime running
light is a type that dims the right and left high beams through a series circuit.

2. Except Delco Battery:
CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE AND SPECIFIC
GRAVITY
A. Maintenance Free Battery
Measure the battery voltage between the terminals
negative (±) and positive (+) of the battery.
Standard voltage:
12.7 ± 12.9 V at 205C (685F)
HINT:
wBefore measuring the voltage, turn the ignition
switch to LOCK and turn off the electrical sys±
tems (headlight, blower motor, rear defogger etc.)
for 60 seconds to remove the surface charge.
wIf the vehicle has been running, wait 5 minutes or
more after the vehicle stops before measuring
the battery voltage.
If the voltage is less than specification, charge the
battery.
HINT: Check the indicator as shown in the illustration. 1. Except Delco Battery:
CHECK BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Check the electrolyte quantity of each cell.
A. Maintenance Free Battery
If under the lower level, replace the battery (or add
distilled water if possible). Check the charging system.
B. Except Maintenance Free Battery
If under the ªLOWERº or ªMINº line, add distilled
water.
BATTERY INSPECTION
± 5S±FE ENGINEENGINE MECHANICALEG1±9

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EXTERIOR
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
 BUMPER
The Super Olefin Polymer, a material that is light, scratch resistant and highly recyclable, has been adopted in the
front bumper.
Urethane bumper has been adopted for the rear bumper for weight reduction.

 LIGHTS
1. Front Lights
The headlight, parking light, and turn signal light
have been concentrated to improve the visibility
from other vehicles, while also reducing weight.
The headlight uses HB2 (H4) type bulb to provide
excellent night±time visibility.
A light auto turn±off system is standard
equipment for all models.
The daytime running light system is standard
equipment on models for Canada.

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INTERIOR
 WIRELESS DOOR LOCK REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM
A wireless door lock remote control system is available as an option on the LE grade model and is standard
equipment on the XLE grade model. With the wireless door lock remote control system, all the doors can be locked
and unlocked by signals emitted by the transmitter.
A 2±step unlock function is provided. When the unlock switch of the transmitter is pressed once, only the driver's
door is unlocked. When it is pressed twice, all the doors are unlocked.
A panic switch is provided in the transmitter to force the theft system by operating the horn, headlight and taillight.
A wireless door lock ECU with EEPROM (Electrical Erasable Programmable ROM) is used so that the transmitter
recognition code can be easily reprogrammed.
 THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
A theft deterrent system is used to prevent vehicle theft. When the system is set, the horn and headlights operate
if the door, hood or trunk is forcibly opened.
The audio system also has an anti±theft system whereby the radio and cassette deck is disabled if the radio body
is stolen from the vehicle.

97 BODYÐAERODYNAMICS
AERODYMANICS
To improve aerodynamic performance, the following measures have been taken.
1.A large rain gutter has been provided in the front pillar to ensure a smooth airflow from the front to the side.
2. The front edge of the hood and the area around the headlights offers a smooth shape with minimal level
differences for smooth airflow characteristics.
3.The under shape of the front bumper collcts the flow of air under the floor.
4. To ensure a smooth side airflow, the rear side corners have been provided with a sharper angle.
5.To ensure a smoooth airflow from the roof to the rear, the shape of the luggage compartment door has been
optimized.
6.The gody line from the roof to the luggage compartment allwos the air to flow smoothly from the top of the roof
to ther rear.