2008 TOYOTA CAMRY key battery

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

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When trouble arises
415
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the electronic key does not operate properly (vehicles with smart key system)
Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk with the mechanical key
DoorsLocks all doors
Unlocks all doors
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
TrunkTurn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
If communication between the elect ronic key and the vehicle is inter-
rupted ( P. 30) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote con-
trol cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be
opened or the engine can be st arted by following the procedure
below.

416 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes and starting the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and apply the brakes.Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate
that the start function cannot
detect the electronic key that is
touched to the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch if any of the doors
is opened and closed while the
key is touched to the switch.
To change “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes: Within 5
seconds of the buzzer soundin g, release the brake pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can be
changed each time the sw itch is pressed. (P. 127)
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 5 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake
pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE ST ART STOP” switch still cannot be
operated, contact your Toyota dealer.
STEP1
STEP2
■ Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as
you normally do when stopping the engine.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 353)
STEP3

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

464 Alphabetical index
CareExterior .................................. 298
Interior ................................... 300
Seat belts .............................. 301
Cargo capacity ......................... 165
Cargo net .................................. 287
CD changer ............................... 210
CD player .................................. 210
Chains ....................................... 169
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........ 101
Booster seats, installation ..... 105
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 101
Convertible seats, installation ........................... 105
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............96
Infant seats, definition ........... 101
Infant seats, installation......... 105
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ......................... 109
Installing CRS with
seat belts ............................ 106
Installing CRS with top straps .................................. 111
Child safety Airbag precautions ..................91
Battery precautions ....... 332, 419
Child restraint system............ 101
Child-protectors .......................42
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................59
Installing child restraints ........ 105
Moon roof precautions ............72
Power window lock switch.......68
Power window precautions .....69
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 355
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 56
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................62
Seat belt precautions ..............60 Seat heater precautions ........ 281
Trunk precautions ................... 48
Child-protectors ......................... 42
Cleaning Exterior.................................. 298
Interior ................................... 300
Seat belts .............................. 301
Clock ......................................... 277
Compass................................... 293
Condenser ................................ 326
Console box ............................. 268
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 421
Cruise control .......................... 159
Cup holder ................................ 270
Curtain shield airbags ............... 84
Customizable features ............ 454C

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Alphabetical index
Daytime running light
system ................................... 154
Defogger Rear window......................... 199
Side mirror ............................ 199
Dimension ................................ 428
Dinghy towing .................. 181,182
Display Trip information .................... 149
Warning message ................ 391
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 309
Door courtesy light
Door courtesy light ............... 264
Wattage ................................ 438
Doors Door glasses .......................... 68
Door lock .................... 26, 37, 41
Side mirrors ............................ 66
Driver's seat belt reminder light ........................................ 384
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 118
Correct posture....................... 82
Procedures ........................... 116
Winter driving tips ................. 169
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is
discharged ......................... 415
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ..... 381
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 391
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 415
If the engine will not start...... 411
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 413
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 417
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 381
If you have a flat tire ............ 400 If you lose your keys .............414
If you think something is
wrong ..................................377
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................424
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................374
If your vehicle overheats .......421
Engine Compartment ........................316
Engine switch ................126, 130
Hood......................................313
How to start the engine .........................126, 130
Identification number .............428
If the engine will not start ......411
Ignition switch................126, 130
Overheating...........................421
Engine compartment cover.....318
Engine coolant Capacity ................................433
Checking ...............................325
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................169
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................141
Engine immobilizer system.......77
Engine oil Capacity ................................431
Checking ...............................319
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................169
Engine oil maintenance data .........................................323
Engine switch light ..................264
Event data recorder .................379D
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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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Parking brake .......................... 139
Parking lights
Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 438
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 266
Wattage ................................ 438
Power outlet............................. 279
Power steering fluid ................ 328
Power windows ......................... 68 Radiator ....................................326
Radio .........................................204
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb ...............368
Switch....................................152
Wattage .................................438
Rear seats Adjustment ..............................51
Folding down ...........................52
Rear sunshade .........................284
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............368
Wattage .................................438
Rear view mirror
Compass ...............................293
Rear window defogger ............199
Replacing Fuses ....................................357
Key battery ............................353
Light bulbs .............................368
Tires ......................................400
Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners ........................460PR