2008 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID brake light

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative braking system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system.
Electric power steering warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering)
system.

350 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Brake system warning light operation
The following does not indicate a malfunction:
●After the hybrid system is turned on, the red and yellow brake system
warning lights may stay on for about 60 seconds.
● Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the red brake system
warning light and buzzer.

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■Customization
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(P. 421)
However, Toyota recommends that the seat belt reminder buzzer be opera-
tional to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fas-
tened.
CAUTION
■ If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause
loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire infla-
tion pressure immediately.
● If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the
tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the
nearest Toyota dealer.
● Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■ If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

378 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally.Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Ha ve the vehicle checked by your
Toyota dealer.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●One or both of the 12-volt ba ttery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 384)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioner
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CAL Calibration
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display
ECO Economical/EcologyECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event data recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross vehicle weight rating
I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcy clopentadiency Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System
TRAC Traction Control VDIM Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control

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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
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“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
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Maintenance
Do-it-yourself
maintenance ...................... 285
General maintenance ........... 281
Maintenance data ................. 396
Maintenance requirements ... 279
Meter Instrument panel light
control ................................ 140
Meters .................................. 139
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 70
Side mirror heater................. 182
Side mirrors ............................ 72
Vanity mirrors ....................... 254
Moon roof................................... 76
MP3 disc................................... 199
Multi-information display ................................... 145
Odometer ................................. 139
Oil Engine oil.............................. 292
Opener Fuel filler door......................... 79
Hood ..................................... 288
Trunk ...................................... 54
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 72
Outside temperature display ................................... 145
Overheating, Hybrid system ....................... 388
Parking brake .......................... 138
Parking lights Switch ................................... 149
Wattage ................................ 405
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 246
Wattage ................................ 405 Power outlet .............................257
Power switch ............................131
Power windows
..........................74
Radiator ....................................298
Radio .........................................186
Rear seats Folding down ...........................58
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............336
Wattage .................................405
Rear window defogger ............182
Replacing Fuses ....................................325
Key battery ............................322
Light bulbs .............................336
Tires ......................................368
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................426
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt .............61
Automatic Locking Retractor ...64
Child restraint system installation ...........................110
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ......................277
Emergency Locking Retractor ...............................64
How to wear your seat belt......61
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................65
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use .................................64
Reminder light .......................351
Seat belt extenders .................65
Seat belt pretensioners ...........63
Seat heaters ..............................259
Seating capacity.......................165M
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