2008 TOYOTA CAMRY engine oil

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Power steering fluid
reservoir (
P. 328)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 320)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 319)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 327)Fuse box ( P. 357)
Battery ( P. 330)
Radiator ( P. 326)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 326)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 333)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 325)

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Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
Low
Full
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engineLow
Full
■ Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil. Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Items Clean funnel
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STEP2

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Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
1.2 qt. (1.1 L, 1.0 lmp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)
■ Recommended viscosity
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
5W-20 or 0W-20
*1: SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 motor oilmay be used. However, SAE
0W-20 is the best choice for
fuel economy, and good start-
ing in cold weather.
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
*2: If SAE 5W-30 oil is not avail-able, SAE 10W-30 oil may be
used. However, it should be
replaced with SAE 5W-30 at
the next oil change.
STEP3
Outside temperature
*1
*2
Outside temperature

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■
Engine oil consumption
●The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the
quality of the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
● More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and
frequent acceleration and deceleration.
● A new engine consumes more oil.
● When judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil
may have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accu-
rately.
● Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qt./600 miles (1.0 L per
1000 km)
● If you consume more than 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 lmp.qt.) every 600 miles
(1000 km), contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
To reset the oil change system, follow the procedure below:
1. Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or engine switch OFF with the
trip meter A reading shown. ( P. 149)
2. While pressing the trip meter reset button ( P. 141), turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch or engine switch ON.
Without multi-information display
3. Continue to press and hold the knob until the trip meter displays 000000. With multi-information display
3. Continue to press and hold the knob until “COMPLETE” appears on th\
e multi-information display.

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CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

382 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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.
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
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warn ing light (vehicles without
multi-information display) Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
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 electronic automatic 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.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(U.S.A.)
Engine oil replacement
reminder light (vehicles
without multi-information
display)
Illuminates for about 3 sec-
onds and then flashes for
about 15 seconds approxi-
mately 4500 miles (7200
km) after the engine oil is
changed: Indicates that the
engine oil is scheduled to be
changed.
Check the engine oil, and
change if necessary.
Comes on and remains on if
the distance driven exceeds
5000 miles (8000 km): Indi-
cates that the engine oil
should be changed. Check and change the
engine oil.
(U.S.A.)
Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure. Adjust the tire inflation
pressure.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system. Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Master warning light
(vehicles with multi-infor-
mation display)
A buzzer sounds and the
warning light comes on
and flashes to indicate that
the master warning system
has detected a malfunc-
tion. P. 391
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure