2008 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID power steering

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
CAUTION
●
Do not shift the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so may cause insufficient engine braking and lead to an accident.
● Do not turn the hybrid system off while driving.
The power steering and brake systems will not operate properly if the
hybrid system is off.
● Use engine braking to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep
hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 136)
● When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking
brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing
an accident.
● Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents
that may result in death or serious injury.
● Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bod-
ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
NOTICE
■
When driving the vehicle
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake ped-
als together to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Always put the shift lever in P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci-
dentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a
long time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon
as possible.
Rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
● The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( P. 370)

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
■
Steering lock release
■ If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 84)
■ When the “POWER” switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toy-
ota dealer immediately.
■ If the “READY” indicator does not come on
If the “READY” indicator does not come on when you press the “POWER”
switch with the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, contact your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the
shift lever in P, the “POWER” switch will automatically turn off.
■ When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving
conditions
It may take time until the “READY” indicator comes on.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P. 2 4
■ When the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P. 349
■ Electronic key battery depletion
P. 4 2
Make sure that the steering wheel lock is
released.
To release the steering wheel lock, gently
turn the wheel left or right while pressing
the “POWER” switch.
If the steering wheel lock does not
release, the “POWER” switch indicator
will flash green.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
Driving assist systems
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-
tems operate automatically in res ponse to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too h eavily when operating the vehicle.
■ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Restrains the vehicle from slipping when driving on slick road surfaces
or in the event of sudden braking.
■Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
■VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
■TRAC (Traction Control)
Maintains drive power and prevents the front wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads.
■EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn
the steering wheel.
■VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, VSC, TRAC and EPS systems.
Maintains vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes, hybrid system output, and steering assist.

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the powerPress the “MODE” switch when th e audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until you
hear a beep.
Changing the audio source
Press the “MODE” switch when the audio system is turned on. The
audio source changes as follows each time the switch is pressed.
CD player without changer:
FM1 FM2 CD AUXAM
CD player with changer:
FM1FM2 CD changer AUXAMSAT1 SAT2SAT3
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on the volume control switch to increase the volume and “-”
to decrease the volume.
Press and hold the switch to continue increasing or decreasing the vol-
ume.
Some audio features can be cont rolled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Volume (volume control
switch)
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files
(MP3 and WMA) and discs
(“  ” switch)
Power on, select audio
source (“MODE” switch)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
4 AM2
7.5 A “POWER” switch
5 ABS MAIN
NO.2 10 AElectronically controlled brake sys-
tem
6 ABS MAIN
NO.1 10 AElectronically controlled brake sys-
tem
7 ABS MAIN
NO.3 10 AElectronically controlled brake sys-
tem
8 BATT FAN 10 A Hybrid battery fan
9 ETCS 10 A Electronic throttle control system
10 HAZ 15 A Turn signal lights
11 IG2 20 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, starting system, “GAUGE
NO.2”, “INJ” and “IGN” fuses
12 STR LOCK 20 A Steering lock system
13 DOME 10 AGauges and meters, vanity lights,
trunk light, “POWER” switch light,
door courtesy lights, interior light,
personal lights, clock, smart key
system
14 ECU-B NO.1 10 A Front passenger occupant classifi-
cation system, main body ECU
15 RADIO NO.1 15 A Audio system, navigation system
16 DOOR NO.1 25 A Main body ECU, power door lock
17 IGCT 30 AHybrid system ECU, “PWR”, “IGCT
No.2” and “INV W/P” fuses
18 AMP 25 A Audio system
19 EFI MAIN 30 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronic throttle control
system and “EFI NO.3” fuses
FuseAmpereCircuit

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Maintenance and care
38 DC/DC
120 A“ABS MTR2”, “EPS”, “ABS MTR”,
“AM2”, “DOOR NO.1”, “ETCS”,
“IG2”, “HAZ”, “AMP”, “ABS MAIN1”,
“ABS MAIN2”, “STR LOCK”, “ABS
MAIN3”, “BTT FAN”, “EFI MAIN”,
“EFI NO.1” and “IGCT” fuses
39 EPS 80 A Electric power steering system
40 ABS MTR2 40 A Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem
41 ABS MTR1 50 A Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem
FuseAmpereCircuit

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
12 DOOR NO.2 25 A Main body ECU
13 S/ROOF 30 A Electric moon roof
14 TAIL 15 A
Front side marker lights, tail lights,
rear side marker lights, license
plate lights
15 PANEL 7.5 A Navigation system, seat heaters,
emergency flashers, air condition-
ing system, audio system, clock,
glove box light, instrument panel
lights, steering switches
16 ECU IG NO.1 10 A Main body ECU, electric moon
roof, tire pressure warning system,
auto anti-glare inside rear view mir-
ror, starting system, navigation sys-
tem
17 ECU IG NO.2 7.5 A Electronically controlled brake sys-
tem, electric power steering sys-
tem, shift lock control system
18 A/C NO.2 10 A Air conditioning system, rear win-
dow defogger
19 WASH 10 A Windshield wipers and washer
20 S-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
21 GAUGE NO.1 10 A Emergency flashers, back-up lights
22 WIP 25 A Windshield wipers and washer
23 H-LP LVL 7.5 A No circuit
24 INJ 15 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
FuseAmpereCircuit