2008 TOYOTA CAMRY shift

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the shift
lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Clutch
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N,
51 kgf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44 lbf (200 N, 20kgf)
*3: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf).
NOTICE
■ Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic 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.
Pedal free play 0.2  0.6 in. (5  15 mm)
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Pedal clearance*1
Automatic transmission
2.4 in. (61 mm)
Manual transmission
2.5 in. (63 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*27  9 clicks
Parking brake pedal travel*37  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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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
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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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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Seat beltsAdjusting the seat belt .............55
Automatic Locking
Retractor ...............................58
Child restraint system
installation ........................... 105
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ...................... 301
Emergency Locking Retractor ...............................58
How to wear your seat belt......55
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................59
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use .................................58
Reminder light ....................... 384
Seat belt extenders .................59
Seat belt pretensioners ...........57
Seat heaters.............................. 281
Seating capacity....................... 168
Seats Adjustment ........................49, 51
Adjustment precautions........... 50
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 105
Cleaning ................................ 300
Head restraint..........................53
Properly sitting in the seat .......82
Rear seat folding down ...........52
Seat heaters .......................... 281
Service reminder indicators .............................. 145
Shift lever Automatic transmission ......... 133
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................. 413
Manual transmission ............. 137
Shift lock system ..................... 413
Side airbags................................84
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 368
Switch.................................... 152
Wattage ................................. 438 Side mirror
Adjusting ................................. 66
Smart key system Entry function .......................... 26
Starting the engine ................ 127
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 344
Spare tire .............................. 400
Spark plug ................................ 433
Specifications .......................... 428
Speedometer ............................ 141
Steering Column lock release ..... 128, 131
Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 63
Air conditioning system switches .............................. 191
Audio switches ...................... 229
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 368
Wattage................................. 438
Storage box .............................. 287
Storage feature ........................ 267
Storage precautions ................ 165
Stuck If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 424
Sun visors ................................ 275
Sunshade Rear ...................................... 284
Roof ........................................ 71
Switch
Engine switch ................ 127, 130
Fog light switch ..................... 156
Ignition switch ............... 127, 130
Light switches ....................... 152
Power door lock switch ........... 41
Power window switch .............. 68
Window lock switch ................. 68
Wiper and washer switch ...... 157S

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Vanity lightsVanity lights ........................... 276
Wattage ................................. 438
Vanity mirrors........................... 276
Vehicle identification number ................................... 428
Vehicle stability control........... 162
VSC............................................ 162
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 381
Downshifting.......................... 136
Open door ............................. 384
Seat belt reminder ................. 384
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 382
Brake assist system .............. 382
Brake system ........................ 381
Charging system .... ............... 382
Engine oil maintenance ......... 384
Engine oil pressure ............... 382
Low fuel level ........................ 384
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 384
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 382
Master warning light .............. 384
Open door ............................. 384
Pretensioners ........................ 382
Seat belt reminder light ......... 384
SRS airbags .......................... 382
Traction control ..................... 382
Vehicle stability control.......... 382
Washer fluid .......................... 384 Warning messages
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 392
Engine oil maintenance......... 394
Engine oil pressure ............... 392
Hood ..................................... 394
Moon roof .............................. 394
Open door ............................. 394
Parking brake ........................ 394
Smart key system .. ............... 397
Steering lock ......................... 393
Traction control ..................... 393
Trunk ..................................... 394
Vehicle stability control ......... 393
Washer fluid .......................... 394
Washer Checking ............................... 333
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 169
Switch ................................... 157
Washing and waxing ............... 298
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 165
Load limits ............................. 168
Weight ................................... 428
Wheels ...................................... 348
Window glasses ........................ 68
Window lock switch................... 68
Windows
Power windows ....................... 68
Rear window defogger .......... 199
Washer.................................. 157
Windshield wipers ................... 157
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 353
Wireless remote control .......... 37
WMA disc.................................. 217V
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 400If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 4 1 1If the engine will not start
P. 7 7Engine immobilizer system
P. 417If the battery is discharged
P. 415If the electronic key does not oper-
ate properly
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 413If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 421If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 414If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 417If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 4 1Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 7 9Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 424If the vehicle becomes stuck