2010 TOYOTA CAMRY key battery

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure (P. 131, 135) or releasing the steering lock ( P. 133,
136), 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. 131, 135)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(  P. 8 0 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn 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. 471)
● 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. 466)

466 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. 471)
● 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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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
DoorsUsing the mechanical key (P. 25)
in order to perform the following
operations:
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
Trunk Turn 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.

470 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 10
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. 132)
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds after the buz zer 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. 401)
STEP3

472 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with auto-
matic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ 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.
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 the “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

524 Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsWattage ................................. 494
Battery Checking ............................... 378
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................. 471
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 179
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 263
Bluetooth® phone .................... 279
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 375
Parking brake ........................ 145
Brake assist .............................. 170
Break-in tips ............................. 122
Care
Exterior .................................. 348
Interior ................................... 350
Seat belts .............................. 351
Cargo capacity ......................... 175
Cargo net .................................. 337
CD changer ............................... 223
CD player .................................. 223
Chains ....................................... 179
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........ 104
Booster seats, installation ..... 108
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 104
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 108
Front passenger occupant classification system .............99
Infant seats, definition ........... 104
Infant seats, installation......... 108
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............................... 109
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................ 111
Installing CRS with top straps .................................. 114 Child safety
Airbag precautions .................. 94
Battery precautions ....... 380, 473
Child restraint system ........... 104
Child-protectors....................... 43
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 61
Installing child restraints........ 108
Moon roof precautions ............ 75
Power window lock switch ...... 70
Power window precautions ..... 71
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 403
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 58
Seat belt extender
precautions ........................... 64
Seat belt precautions .............. 62
Seat heater precautions ........ 330
Trunk precautions ................... 49
Child-protectors ......................... 43
Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 348
Interior ................................... 350
Seat belts .............................. 351
Clock ......................................... 326
Compass................................... 343
Condenser ................................ 374
Console box ............................. 317
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 475
Cruise control .......................... 166
Cup holder ................................ 319
Curtain shield airbags ............... 87
Customizable features ............ 510
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Alphabetical index
Daytime running light
system ................................... 161
Defogger Rear window......................... 209
Side mirror ............................ 209
Dimension ................................ 482
Dinghy towing .................. 191,192
Display Trip information .................... 155
Warning message ................ 444
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 359
Door courtesy light
Door courtesy light ............... 313
Wattage ................................ 494
Doors Door glasses .......................... 70
Door lock .................... 27, 38, 42
Side mirrors ............................ 68
Driver's seat belt reminder light ........................................ 435
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 122
Correct posture....................... 85
Procedures ........................... 120
Winter driving tips ................. 179 Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly............ 469
Emergency flashers Switch....................................424
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ......432
If a warning message is displayed.............................444
If the electronic key does not operate properly..................469
If the engine will not start ......465
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................467
If the vehicle has discharged battery .................................471
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................432
If you have a flat tire .............454
If you lose your keys .............468
If you think something is wrong ..................................428
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................478
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................425
If your vehicle overheats .......475DE

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Alphabetical index
Noise from under vehicle ......... 18
Odometer ......................... 147, 155
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 368
Opener Fuel filler door......................... 76
Hood ..................................... 362
Trunk ...................................... 47
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 68
Outside temperature display ........................... 147, 155
Overheating, Engine ............... 475
Parking brake .......................... 145
Parking lights Switch ................................... 159
Wattage ................................ 494
Personal lights Switch ................................... 315
Wattage ................................ 494
Power outlet............................. 328
Power steering fluid ................ 376
Power windows ......................... 70 Radiator ....................................374
Radio .........................................215
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb ...............418
Switch....................................159
Rear seats Adjustment ..............................53
Folding down ...........................54
Rear sunshade .........................333
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............418
Wattage .................................494
Rear view mirror Compass ...............................343
Rear window defogger ............209
Replacing Fuses ....................................405
Key battery ............................401
Light bulbs .............................418
Tires ......................................454
Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners ........................516N
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