2008 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID warning light

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning message is displayed
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights turns on again after performing the fol-
lowing actions, contact your Toyota dealer.

358 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.● The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an acci dent. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
● The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an acci dent. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and allow the engine to cool.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure.
A buzzer also sounds.
The warning light may turn on if the engine oil
pressure is too low.
Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system.
A buzzer also sounds.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high.
A buzzer also sounds.

360 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Indicates that one or
more of the doors is
not fully closed.
A buzzer sounds to
indicate that one or
more of the doors is
not fully closed (with
the vehicle having
reached a speed of 3
mph [5 km/h]). Make sure that all of the
doors are closed.
Indicates that the
trunk is not fully
closed.
A buzzer sounds to
indicate that the trunk
is not fully closed (with
the vehicle having
reached a speed of 3
mph [5 km/h]). Close the trunk.
Indicates that the
moon roof is not fully
closed (with the
“POWER” switch is
turned OFF and the
driver's door open).
A buzzer also sounds. Close the moon roof.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Once (Comes on for 8
seconds)
Indicates that
the electronic
key is not
present when
the “POWER”
switch is
pressed.
Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.
Once3 times
Indicates that a
door other than
the driver’s door
has been
opened and
closed with the
“POWER”
switch in any
mode other
than OFF and
the electronic
key outside of
the detection
area.
Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Lower the vehicle.
Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
STEP3
STEP4
■
The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identif ied by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency.
● Make sure to check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire. ( P. 404)
■ When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
warned. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains on.
STEP5

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Avoiding a discharged 12-volt battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is
turned off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. ( P. 301)
● The tire pressure warning system must be initialized. ( P. 305)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the gaso-
line engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery of
your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “POWER” switch
OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn
the “POWER” switch to ON mode, then start the hybrid sys-
tem.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
does not comes on, contact your Toyota dealer.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle checked at your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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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
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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