2008 TOYOTA CAMRY steering

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.
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436 6-1. Specifications
Steering
Tires and wheels3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine with 16-inch tires
Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Tire size P215/60R16 94V,
T155/70D17 110M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Driving under normal conditions
Front: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or
bar)*
Rear: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or
bar)*
Spare: Full-size spare tire
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm or bar)
Compact spare tire
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm or bar)
*: When driving at high speeds above 100 mph (160 km/h), in countries
where such speeds are permitted by
law, add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or
bar) to the front tires and rear tires.
Never exceed the maximum cold tire
inflation pressure indicated on the tire
sidewall.
Wheel size 16
 6 1/2 J or 16  6 1/2 JJ,
17  4 T (compact spare)
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

448 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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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

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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

470 Alphabetical index
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