2008 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID lights

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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.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the
situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate proce-
dure:
■ The hybrid system will not start, even though the correct
starting procedure is being followed. ( P. 131)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly. ( P. 381)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
( P. 8 4 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malf unction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. ( P. 378)
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 384)
● The 12-volt battery terminal c onnections may be loose or cor-
roded.

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.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
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

402 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Transaxle
12-volt battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
hybrid system and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity
(drain and refill) 4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by
vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
A: H11 halogen bulbs
B: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (clear) D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
E: Double end bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior Headlights
Low beam
High beam 
9005 55
60A
B
Front side marker
lights 
5C
Front turn signal/park-
ing lights 3457NAK 27/8 D
Rear turn signal lights 21 D
License plate lights 5C
Back-up lights 921 16 C
Interior Personal lights
5C
Interior light 8E
Door courtesy lights 168 5 C
Vanity lights 8C
Glove box light 1.2 C
Trunk light 3.8 C

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Door lock
(
P. 5 0 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in one step, all doors
unlocked in two steps All doors
unlocked in one step.
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function Off On
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doors Off On
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doors. On Off
Shifting gears to posi-
tion other than P locks
all doors. On Off
Automatic
light control
system
(
P. 149) Light sensor sensitivity Level 3 Level 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automati-
cally turn off after doors
are closed
30 seconds0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Lights
(
P. 149) Daytime running light
system (U.S.A. only)
On Off
Illumination
(
P. 244) Time elapsed before
lights turn off
15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlocked On Off
Operation after the
hybrid system is off On Off
Seat belt
reminder
(
P. 351) Vehicle speed linked
seat belt reminder
buzzer
On Off
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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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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