2008 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID brake fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Washer fluid
Add washer fluid in the following
situations.
●Any washer does not work.
● The warning message
appears on the multi-informa-
tion display.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (r
ed indicator) and warning
buzzer*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Indicates that the
parking brake is still
engaged with the
vehicle having
reached a speed of
more than 3 mph (5
km/h).
A buzzer also sounds. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low.
A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid.
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the
engine oil is sched-
uled to be changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check the engine oil,
and change if neces-
sary.
Comes on approxi-
mately 4500 miles
(7200 km) after the
engine oil is changed.
(The indicator will not
work properly unless
the oil maintenance
data has been reset).
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the
engine oil should be
changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check and change the
engine oil.
Comes on approxi-
mately 5000 miles
(8000 km) after the
engine oil is changed
(and the oil mainte-
nance data has been
reset).
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) while the hybrid system is running
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf).
Steering
Pedal clearance *13.1 in. (80 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.08 in. (1  2 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *27  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 174
ABS........................................... 158
Air conditioning filter .............. 319
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 319
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 174
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 92
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 96
Airbag warning light .............. 349
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 93
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 96
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 101
General airbag precautions .... 96
Locations of airbags ............... 89
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................... 100
Proper driving posture ...... 87, 96
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 93
Side airbag precautions.......... 96
SRS airbags ........................... 89
Antenna .................................... 189
Anti-lock brake system ........... 158
Armrest .................................... 261
Ashtray ..................................... 256
Audio input .............................. 210
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 189
Audio input ........................... 210
AUX adapter ......................... 210
CD player/changer ............... 192
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 199
Optimal use .......................... 207 Portable music player............210
Radio .....................................186
Steering wheel audio
switch ..................................211
Type ......................................183
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................174
Automatic light control system ....................................149
AUX adapter .............................210
Auxiliary boxes ........................251
Back-up lights
Wattage .................................405
Battery
Checking ...............................300
Hybrid battery (traction battery)....................25
If the vehicle has discharged 12-volt battery .....................384
Preparing and checking before
winter ..................................166
Bluetooth
®................................213
Brake
Fluid ......................................298
Parking brake ........................138
Brake assist ..............................158
Break-in tips .............................121
Care
Exterior ..................................274
Interior ...................................276
Seat belts ..............................277
Cargo capacity .........................162
Cargo net ..................................263
CD changer ...............................192
CD player ..................................192
Chains .......................................166
A
B
C

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Alphabetical index
“ECO HEAT/COOL” switch .... 174
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 381
Electric power steering........... 158
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ..... 348
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 357
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 381
If the hybrid system will not start ........................ 377
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 379
If the vehicle has discharged 12-volt battery .................... 384
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 348
If you have a flat tire ............ 368
If you lose your keys............. 380
If you think something is wrong ................................. 345
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 392
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 342
If your vehicle overheats ...... 388
Engine
Compartment........................ 291
Engine switch ...................... 131
Hood ..................................... 288
How to start the hybrid system ..................... 131
Identification number ............ 396
Ignition switch ....................... 131
If the hybrid system will not start ........................ 377
Overheating .......................... 388
Power switch ........................ 131 Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................401
Checking ...............................296
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................166
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................139
Engine oil
Capacity ................................400
Checking ...............................292
Preparing and checking before winter .......................166
Engine oil maintenance data .........................................294
Engine switch ...........................131
EPS ............................................158
Event data recorder .................346
Floor mat...................................262
Fluid Brake .....................................298
Washer ..................................299
Front passenger occupant classification system ............101
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................351
Front seats Adjustment ..............................56
Front side marker lights Wattage .................................405
Front turn signal lights
Wattage .................................405
Fuel Capacity ................................398
Fuel gauge ............................139
Gas station information .........440
Information ............................406
Refueling .................................79
Type ......................................406
Fuel economy meter ................139
Fuel door.....................................79
Fuel filler door ............................79
Fuses.........................................325E
F

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Alphabetical index
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 171
Trailer towing ........................ 170
TRAC ........................................ 158
Traction control ....................... 158
Transmission ........................... 135 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 379
Transmission ........................ 135
Trip information....................... 145
Trip meter................................. 139
Trunk Opener ................................... 54
Trunk light
Trunk light............................... 55
Wattage ................................ 405
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 336
Switch ................................... 137
Wattage ................................ 405
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 254
Wattage ................................ 405
Vanity mirrors .......................... 254
VDIM ......................................... 158
Vehicle dynamics intergrated management.......................... 158
Vehicle identification number................................... 396
Vehicle stability control .......... 158
VSC ........................................... 158
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 348
Open door ............................ 351
Seat belt reminder ................ 351
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ......... 349
Brake assist system ............. 349
Brake system........................ 348
Charging system .... .............. 348 Electric power steering ..........349
Low fuel level ........................351
Low tire pressure warning
light .....................................351
Malfunction indicator lamp ....349
Master warning light ..............351
Open door .............................351
Pretensioners ........................349
Seat belt reminder light .........351
SRS airbags ..........................349
Warning messages
Engine coolant temperature ........................358
Engine oil maintenance ......... 360
Engine oil pressure ...............358
Hybrid system .......................358
Moon roof ..............................360
Open door .............................360
Parking brake ........................360
Smart key system... ...............365
Steering lock .........................359
Trunk .....................................360
Vehicle stability control..........359
Washer fluid ..........................360
Washer Checking ...............................299
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................166
Switch....................................153
Washing and waxing ...............274
Weight .......................................396 Cargo capacity ......................162
Load limits .............................165
Weight ...................................396
Wheels ......................................317
Window glasses ........................74
Window lock switch ...................74
Windows
Power windows .......................74
Rear window defogger ..........182
Washer ..................................153
Windshield wipers ...................153
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