2005 TOYOTA CAMRY recommended oil

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When the level reaches within the correct
range, install the filler cap hand−tight.
Oil quantity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 2AZ− FE engine 1.0 (1.1, 0.9)
1MZ −FE and 3MZ −FE engines
1.5 (1.6, 1.3)
NOTICE
Be careful not to spill engine oil on
the vehicle components.
 Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.
 Check the oil level on the dipstick
once again after adding the oil.
ENGINE OIL SELECTION
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
to satisfy the following grade and
viscosity.
Oil grade:
API grade SL “Energy −Conserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W −30
Outside temperature
SAE 5W30 is the best choice for good
fuel economy and good starting in cold
weather.
If SAE 5W30 is not available, SAE
10W30 may be used. However, it
should be replaced with SAE 5W30 at
the next oil change.

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Fuel type:2AZ− FE engine
Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
1MZ −FE and 3MZ −FE engines
Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or
higher. For improved vehicle perfor-
mance, the use of premium unleaded
gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91
(Research Octane Number 96) or
higher is recommended.
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 70 (18.5, 15.4) ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):
2AZ− FE engine
Intake 0.19—0.29 (0.007—0.011)
Exhaust 0.30—0.40 (0.012—0.016)
1MZ −FE and 3MZ −FE engines
Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010)
Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)
Spark plug type: DENSO SK20R11
NGK IFR6A11
Spark plug gap, mm(in.): 1.1 (0.043)
1MZ −FE and 3MZ −FE engines—
Drive belt tension measured with
Borroughs drive belt tension gauge
No.BT− 33−73F (used belt), Ibf:
125 10 ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
2AZ− FE engine
With filter 3.8 (4.0, 3.3)
Without filter 3.6 (3.8, 3.2)
1MZ −FE and 3MZ −FE engines
With filter 4.7 (5.0, 4.1)
Without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
to satisfy the following grade and
viscosity.
Oil grade: API grade SL “Energy −Conserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Fuel Service specifications

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Recommended oil viscosity:SAE 5W −30
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details. COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2AZ− FE engine 6.2 (6.6, 5.4)
1MZ −FE and 3MZ −FE engines
9.2 (9.8, 8.1)
Coolant type: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is
used in your Toyota vehicle at factory
fill. In order to avoid technical problems,
only use “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non −silicate, non −amine,
non− nitrite, and non− borate coolant with
long− life hybrid organic acid technology.
(Coolant with long −life hybrid organic
acid technology is a combination of low
phosphates and organic acids.)
Do not use plain water alone.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for
further details. BATTERY
Open voltage
∗ at 20
C (68 F):
12.6—12.8 V Fully charged
12.2—12.4 V Half charged
11.8—12.0 V Discharged
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af-
ter the key is removed with all the lights
turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max.
Note: If replacement is necessary, make
sure to do so with a battery that meets
the same standard as the original.
CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 5—15 (0.2—0.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 2.5 (2.6, 2.2)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL −4 or GL −5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W −90

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Publication No. OM33684U
Part No. 01999-33684
Printed in Japan 01−0409 −00
Quick index
 If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 117 . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving 262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 263 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 274 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break −in period 214 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 244 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 General maintenance 291 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
2AZ −FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
1MZ −FE and 3MZ −FE engines: 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 214 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 Imp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SL “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
See page 305 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 309 through 318.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 334.
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