2001 TOYOTA CAMRY oil

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2001 MY CAMRY (OM33528U)
Publication No. OM33528U
Part No. 01999-33528
Printed in Japan 01−0009−00
(U)
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 86. . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 186. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 190. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 198. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break−in period 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 172. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 211. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Complete index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
5S−FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
1MZ−FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
For improved vehicle performance, the use of premium unleaded
gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96)
or higher is recommended.
See page 158 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, “Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
See page 224 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid D−II or DEXRONIII (DEXRONII)
Tire information: See pages 228 through 232.
Tire pressure: See page 252.
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Where to obtain the
Repair Manual
The repair manual for CAMRY, written in Eng-
lish, may be purchased as applicable from any
Toy ota dea l er.
Pub. Name: 2001 CAMRY Repair Manual
Pub. No.: RM819U1 (Maintenance, Preparation,
Service specifications and Diagnos-
tics)
RM819U2 (Engine, Chassis and Body)
Maintenance procedures for the engine,
chassis, body, electrical system, and more,
are clearly explained and illustrated.
Periodic maintenance and tuneup
Periodic maintenance and tuneup helps to pre-
vent small problems from growing into larger ones lat-
er on. The repair manual outlines exactly what main-
tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the
work yourself stepbystep.
Areas covered include such things as spark plug re-
placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil
and filter replacement.
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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
Brake system warning light∗
1
Seat belt reminder light∗
1
Discharge warning light∗
1
Malfunction indicator lamp∗
1
Low oil pressure warning light∗
1
Anti−lock brake system warning light∗
1
Open door warning light∗
1
Rear light failure warning light∗
1
SRS warning light∗
1
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
light∗
1
or or
Overdrive−off indicator light
Cruise control indicator light
∗
2
Headlight high beam indicator light Turn signal indicator lights Traction control system off indicator/warning
light
∗
1
Automatic transmission indicator lights
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3. Put new transmitter battery with posi-
tive (+) side up.
Close the transmitter case securely.
NOTICE
Make sure the positive side and
negative side of the transmitter bat-
tery should be faced correctly.
Be careful not to bend the electrode
of the transmitter battery insertion
and that dust or oils do not adhere
to the transmitter case.
Close the transmitter case securely.
After replacing battery, check that the
transmitter operates properly. If the trans-
mitter still does not operate properly, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Power windows
The windows can be operated with the
switch on each door.
The power windows work when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
Key off operation: If both front doors are
closed, they work for 43 seconds even
after the ignition switch is turned off. They
stop working when either front door is
opened.
OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW
Use the switch on the driver’s door.
Normal operation: The window moves as
long as you hold the switch.
To open: Lightly push down the switch.
To close: Pull up the switch.
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(c) Discharge Warning Light
This light warns that the battery is being
discharged.
If it comes on while you are driving, there
is a problem somewhere in the charging
system.
The engine ignition will continue to oper-
ate, however, until the battery is dis-
charged. Turn off the air conditioning,
blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to
the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine
drive belt is broken or loose.
(d) Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This lamp comes on in the following
cases.
a. The fuel tank is completely empty.
(See “Fuel gauge” in this section for
instructions.)
b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened se-
curely. (See “Fuel tank cap” in Section
1−2 for instructions.)
c. There is a problem somewhere in your
engine or automatic transmission elec-
trical system.
If it comes on while you are driving in
case c, have your vehicle checked/re-
paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
(e) Low Fuel Level Warning Light
This light comes on when the fuel level
in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up
the tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the move-
ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level
warning light may come on earlier than
usual.(f) Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are
driving, pull off the road to a safe place
and stop the engine immediately. Call a
Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for
assistance.
The light may occasionally flicker when
the engine is idling or it may come on
briefly after a hard stop. There is no
cause for concern if it then goes out when
the engine is accelerated slightly.
The light may come on when the oil level
is extremely low. It is not designed to
indicate low oil level, and the oil level
must be checked using the level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the
warning light on—even for one block.
It may ruin the engine.
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This section describes some of the basic
features on Toyota audio systems. Some
information may not pertain to your sys-
tem.
Your audio system works when the ignition
key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF
Push “PWR·VOL” or “VOL/POWER” to turn
the audio system on and off.
Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “TAPE”, “CD” or
“DISC” to turn on that function without
pushing “PWR·VOL” or “VOL/POWER”.
You can turn on each player by inserting
a cassette tape or compact disc.
You can turn off each player by ejecting
the cassette tape or compact disc. If the
audio system was previously off, then the
entire audio system will be turned off
when you eject the cassette tape or com-
pact disc. If the another function was pre-
viously playing, it will come on again.
SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS
Push “AM”, “FM1·2”, “TAPE”, “CD” or
“DISC” if the system is already on but you
want to switch from one function to anoth-
er.TONE AND BALANCE
For details about your system’s tone and
balance controls, see the description of
your own system.
Tone
How good an audio program sounds to
you is largely determined by the mix of
the treble, midrange, and bass levels. In
fact, different kinds of music and vocal
programs usually sound better with differ-
ent mixes of treble, midrange, and bass.
Balance
A good balance of the left and right stereo
channels and of the front and rear sound
levels is also important.
Keep in mind that if you are listening to
a stereo recording or broadcast, changing
the right/left balance will increase the vol-
ume of one group of sounds while de-
creasing the volume of another.YOUR RADIO ANTENNA
NOTICE
Attaching the film (especially conduc-
tive or metallic type) on the rear
glass will noticeably reduce the sensi-
tivity of the radio.
YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER
When you insert a cassette, the exposed
tape should be to the right.
NOTICE
Do not oil any part of the player and
do not insert anything other than cas-
sette tapes into the slot, or the tape
player may be damaged.
Using your audio system—
—Some basics
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YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER
When you insert a disc, gently push it in
with the label side up. (The player will
automatically eject a disc if the label side
is down.) The compact disc player will
play from track 1 through the end of the
disc. Then it will play from track 1 again.
On models with the compact disc auto
changer, next disc will be played from
track 1.
NOTICE
Never try to disassemble or oil any
part of the compact disc player. Do
not insert anything except a compact
disc into the slot.
The player is intended for use with 12 cm
(5 in.) discs only.
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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
TOYOTA
Break−in period158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel158 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three−way catalytic converters160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine exhaust cautions162 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Facts about engine oil consumption163 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Twin ground electrode platinum−tipped spark plugs164 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system164 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage stowage precautions167 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Your Toyota’s identification168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft prevention labels169 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension and chassis170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Types of tires170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2
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