2009 TOYOTA CAMRY hood open

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-5.Using the storage
features
........................... 267
List of storage features....... 267
• Glove box ......................... 268
• Console box ..................... 268
• Cup holders ...................... 270
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 272
3-6. Other interior features ..... 275 Sun visors .......................... 275
Vanity mirrors ..................... 276
Clock .................................. 277
Ashtrays ............................. 278
Power outlet ....................... 279
Seat heaters ....................... 281
Armrest............................... 283
Rear sunshade ................... 284
Trunk storage extension (vehicles with reclining
rear seat) .......................... 285
Floor mat ............................ 286
Trunk features .................... 287
Garage door opener ........... 288
Compass ............................ 293 4-1. Maintenance and care ...... 298
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................. 298
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................. 300
4-2. Maintenance ...................... 303 Maintenance requirements .................... 303
General maintenance ......... 305
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 308
4-3.
Do-it-yourself
maintenance

................... 309
Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 309
Hood ................................... 313
Positioning a floor jack........ 314
Engine compartment .......... 316
Tires.................................... 334
Tire inflation pressure ......... 344
Wheels................................ 348
Air conditioning filter ........... 350
Key battery ......................... 353
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 357
Light bulbs .......................... 368
4Maintenance and care

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Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
∗
P. 141
P. 149
Tilt and telescopic steering control lever P. 64
Pictorial index
Trunk opener P. 47
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
∗
P. 152
P. 138
P. 156
Instrument panel
Audio system
Navigation system *1
P. 201
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 157
Clock
Security indicator P. 277
P. 78, 80
Outside rear view
mirror switches
P. 67
Tire pressure warning
reset switch
P. 336
Parking brake pedal ∗ P. 139
Hood lock release
lever
P. 313
Fuel filler door opener
P. 74
Auxiliary box P. 272∗: If equipped
*1: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Emergency
flasher switch

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Alarm (if equipped)
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry
is detected.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations.
●A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened without the key,
wireless remote control or entry function of the smart key sys-
tem.
● The hood is opened while t he vehicle is locked.
● The battery is reconnected.
■ Setting the alarm system
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all doors. The
system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
●Unlock the doors or trunk.
● Start the engine.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
■
Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following.
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
● The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the system.)
●A person inside the vehicle opens a door, the trunk or hood.
● The battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
■ When the battery is disconnected
Be sure to deactivate the alarm system.
If the battery is discharged before deactivating the alarm system, the alarm
may be triggered when the battery is reconnected.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Hood
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the hood catch and lift the
hood.
STEP1
STEP2

422 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
● Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
● Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(→P. 433)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
STEP6

472 Alphabetical index
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 309
General maintenance ............ 305
Maintenance data.................. 428
Maintenance requirements.... 303
Manual air conditioning system .................................... 194
Manual transmission Manual transmission ............. 137
Meter
Instrument panel light control ................................. 144
Meters ................................... 141
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............65
Side mirror heater ................. 199
Side mirrors .............................67
Vanity mirrors ........................ 276
Moon roof ...................................71
MP3 disc ................................... 217
Multi-information display .................................... 149 Odometer .......................... 141, 149
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 319
Opener Fuel filler door ......................... 74
Hood ..................................... 313
Trunk ....................................... 47
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding............... 67
Outside temperature display ............................ 141, 149
Overheating, Engine ................ 421MO

476 Alphabetical index
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 ........................ 69
Window lock switch................... 69
Windows
Power windows ....................... 69
Rear window defogger .......... 199
Washer.................................. 157
Windshield wipers ................... 157
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 353
Wireless remote control .......... 38
WMA disc.................................. 217V
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