2008 TOYOTA CAMRY brake light

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
10 A/C
7.5 A Air conditioning system
11 PWR 25 A Power windows
12 DOOR NO.2 25 A Main body ECU
13 S/ROOF 30 A Electric moon roof
14 TAIL 15 AFront side marker lights, tail lights,
rear side marker lights, license
plate lights, front turn signal/park-
ing lights
15 PANEL 7.5 ANavigation system, seat heaters,
emergency flashers, air condition-
ing system, audio system, clock,
glove box light, instrument panel
lights, steering switches
16 ECU IG NO.1 10 A Main body ECU, electric moon
roof, tire pressure warning system,
electric cooling fans, auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror
17 ECU IG NO.2 7.5 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, traction con-
trol system, brake assist system,
shift lock control system, auto-
matic transmission, cruise control
system
18 A/C NO.2 10 AAir conditioning system, rear win-
dow defogger
19 WASH 10 A Windshield wipers and washer
20 S-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
21 GAUGE NO.1 10 A Emergency flashers, back-up
lights, charging system
22 WIP 25 A Windshield wipers and washer
23 H-LP LVL 7.5 A No circuit
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Vehicle stability control syst
em and traction control
system warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the VSC system or TRAC sys-
tem.
■ 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 malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

388 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
●If tire chains are used
●If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal
reception
●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking frequently
for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking frequently for 1
minute when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or engine switch is
turned ON, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 454) However, Toyota recommends that the
seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen-
ger that the seat belts are not fastened.
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 re sult in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is pr obable 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 syste m may not activate immediately.

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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.
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioner
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CAL Calibration
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event data recorderELR Emergency Locking Retractor
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcyclopentadiency Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board DiagnosticsSRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System TRAC Traction Control
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 186, 194
ABS........................................... 162
Air conditioning filter .............. 350
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 350
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 186
Manual air conditioning system................................ 194
Steering wheel air
conditioning switch ............. 191
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 87
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 91
Airbag warning light .............. 382
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 88
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 91
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 96
General airbag precautions .... 91
Locations of airbags ............... 84
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 95
Proper driving posture ...... 82, 91
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 88
Side airbag precautions.......... 91
SRS airbags ........................... 84
Alarm .......................................... 79
Antenna .................................... 207
Anti-lock brake system ........... 162
Armrest .................................... 283
Ashtray ..................................... 278
Audio input .............................. 228
Audio system Antenna ................................ 207
Audio input ........................... 228
AUX adapter ......................... 228
CD player/changer ............... 210
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 217 Optimal use ...........................225
Portable music player............228
Radio .....................................204
Steering wheel audio
switch ..................................229
Type ......................................201
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................186
Automatic light control system ....................................152
Automatic transmission ..........133 Automatic transmission .........133
If the shift lever cannot be shiftedfrom P .................................413
S mode ..................................135
AUX adapter .............................228
Auxiliary boxes ........................272
Back-up lights
Wattage .................................438
Battery
Checking ...............................330
If the vehicle has discharged battery .................................417
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................169
Bluetooth
®................................232
Brake Fluid ......................................327
Parking brake ........................139
Brake assist ..............................162
Break-in tips .............................118
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Floor mat................................... 286
FluidBrake ..................................... 327
Power steering fluid............... 328
Washer .................................. 333
Fog lights Switch.................................... 156
Wattage ................................. 438
Front fog lights Switch.................................... 156
Wattage ................................. 438
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............96
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light......................... 384
Front seats Adjustment ..............................49
Front side marker lights Wattage ................................. 438
Front turn signal lights
Wattage ................................. 438
Fuel Capacity ................................ 430
Fuel gauge ............................ 141
Fuel pump shut off system .... 378
Gas station information ......... 476
Information ............................ 439
Refueling .................................73
Type ...................................... 430
Fuel door.....................................73
Fuel filler door ............................73
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 378
Fuses......................................... 357 Garage door opener ................ 288
Gas station information .......... 476
Gauges...................................... 141
Glove box ................................. 268
Glove box light ......................... 268
Grocery bag hooks .................. 287FG