2009 TOYOTA CAMRY lock

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning messageDetails

(vehicles with smart key system) Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock sys-
tem.
A buzzer also sounds.
Indicates a malfunction in the TRAC and VSC
systems (if equipped).
A buzzer also sounds.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Once⎯
Indicates that a
door has been
opened or
closed and the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch has been
turned twice to
ACCESSORY
mode from OFF.Press the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch while
depressing the
brake pedal.
Once⎯
Indicates that
the steering
lock has not
released within
3 seconds of
pressing the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch. Press the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch again
while turning
the steering
wheel with the
brake pedal
depressed.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not start
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 8 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the hor n 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)

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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 STOP” 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 started 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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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic transmission)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift l ever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY mode.
Vehicles without smart key sy stem: Turn the engine switch
to the “ACC” position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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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.

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Vehicle specifications
This number is also on the certifi-
cation label on the driver’s side
center pillar.
■ Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine

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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 depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31kgf).
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