2008 TOYOTA CAMRY headlights

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (P. 126, 130) or releasing the steering lock ( P. 128,
131), confirm the following points.
■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( P. 126, 130)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(  P. 7 7 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, 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 battery may be discharged. ( P. 417)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with smart
key system).
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(  P. 412)

412 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the “ENGINE START ST OP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about
15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, 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 battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 417)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

418 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine 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 battery is removed or discharged
The tire pressure warning system must be initialized.
(P. 336)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system — Open and close any of
the doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle, and turn
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with smart key system) or turn the engine switch
to “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system), then
start the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

438 6-1. Specifications
Light bulbs
A: H11 halogen bulbsB: 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
Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights 7443 21/5 C
Tail lights Type A
Type B 
194 5
3.8 C
C
License plate lights 5C
Back-up lights 921 16 C
Front fog lights (if
equipped) 
55 A
Interior Personal lights
Front
Rear 
5
8C
C
Interior light 8E
Door courtesy lights 168 5 C
Vanity lights 8C
Glove box light 1.2 C
Trunk light 3.8 C

456 6-2. Customization
Door lock
(
P. 41)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. (auto-
matic transmission) On Off
Shifting gears to posi-
tion other than P locks
all doors. (automatic
transmission) On Off
Automatic
light control
system
(
P. 152) 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. 152) Daytime running light
system (U.S.A. only)
On Off
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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Alphabetical index
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ............... 232
Head restraints Adjusting ................................ 53
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 368
Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 438
Heaters Seat heater ........................... 281
Side mirror ............................ 199
Hood ......................................... 313
Hooks Grocery bag hooks ............... 287
I/M test ...................................... 308
Identification number Engine .................................. 428
Vehicle.................................. 428
Ignition switch ................. 127, 130
Illuminated entry system ........ 265
Indicator lights ........................ 145
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 458
Inside rear view mirror.............. 64
Interior lights
Interior lights ......................... 264
Switch ................................... 265
Wattage ................................ 438 Jack
Positioning the jack ...............314
Replacing the wheel ..............400
Jack handle ..............................400
Keyless entry..............................37
Keys Electronic key ..........................24
Engine switch ................127, 130
If you lose your keys .............414
If your electronic key battery is discharged ..........................415
Ignition switch................127, 130
Key number .............................24
Keyless entry...........................37
Keys ........................................24
Mechanical key .......................24
Wireless remote control key ....37
License plate lights Wattage .................................438
Light bulbs Replacing ..............................368
Wattage .................................438
Lights Door courtesy lights ..............264
Fog light switch .....................156
Headlights switch ..................152
Interior light switch ................265
Personal light switch .............266
Replacing light bulbs .............368
Turn signal lever....................138
Vanity lights ...........................276
Wattage .................................438
Load capacity ...........................168
Lock steering column ......128, 131H
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