2011 TOYOTA CAMRY HV radiator

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4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
Trunk
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 348)
Engine/power control unit coolant At the correct level? ( P. 346)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 342)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 348)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 349)
ItemsCheck points
12-volt battery Check the connections.
(P. 350)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recomme nded that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

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ItemsParts and tools
Fuses ( P. 375)Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs ( P. 385)Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 348) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 363) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 349) • Water washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
■
When working on the engine compartment
●Make sure that the indicator on the “POWER” switch and the “READY”
indicator are both off.
● Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
■ When working near the electric c ooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the “POWER” switch is turned OFF.
With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tempera-
ture is high. ( P. 348)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner
Driving with the air cleaner removed may cause excessive engine wear due
to dirt in the air. Also, a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart-
ment.

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Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
Brake fluid reservoir( P. 348)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 343)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 342)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( P. 346)
Engine coolant
radiator ( P. 348)Fuse box ( P. 375)
Condenser ( P. 348)
Electric cooling fans
Power control unit coolant
radiator ( P. 348)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 349)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 346)

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Maintenance and care
■
If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, coolant reservoir caps, radiator cap, drain
cock and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
■ Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.: Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada: Toyota Super Long Life Coolant is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Enabled: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■ When the hybrid system is hot
Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing burns or other injuries.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor stra ight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

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Radiators and condenserCheck the radiators and condenser and remove any foreign objects.
If any of the above parts are extr emely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicl e checked by your Toyota dealer.
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
If the level is low, take your vehi-
cle to a Toyota dealer as soon as
possible. Do not drive your vehi-
cle if the red brake system warn-
ing light is on. Call a Toyota
dealer for assistance.
CAUTION
■The radiators and condenser may be hot after driving
Do not touch the radiators or condenser, as they may be hot and may be
burned.
CAUTION
■ When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, check
the engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Add engine coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is unavail-
able.
(
P. 454)
■ If “HYBRID SYSTEM OVER HEAT” is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system.
Leave the hybrid system operating and carefully lift the hood.
Check if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating: Wait until “HYBRID SYSTEM OVER HEAT” disappears and
then stop the hybrid system.
If the message does not disappe ar, call your Toyota dealer.
If the fans are not operating: Stop the hybrid system immediately and call your local
Toyota dealer.
STEP4
STEP5
STEP1
STEP2
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502 Alphabetical index
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 335
General maintenance ............ 331
Maintenance data.................. 450
Maintenance requirements.... 329
Meter Instrument panel light
control ................................. 145
Meters ................................... 144
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.............73
Side mirror heater ................. 191
Side mirrors .............................75
Vanity mirrors ........................ 302
Moon roof ...................................79
MP3 disc ................................... 210
Multi-information display .................................... 150
Noise from under vehicle ..........16
Odometer .................................. 144
Oil Engine oil .............................. 342
Opener Fuel filler door .........................83
Hood...................................... 338
Trunk .......................................55
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............75
Outside temperature display .................................... 150
Overheating, Hybrid system ........................ 440 Parking brake ........................... 142
Parking lights
Switch ................................... 154
Wattage................................. 458
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 293
Wattage................................. 458
Power outlet ............................. 305
Power switch ............................ 135
Power windows .......................... 77
Radiator .................................... 348
Radio ......................................... 195
Rear seats
Folding down........................... 61
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 385
Wattage................................. 458
Rear window defogger ............ 191
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 375
Key battery ............................ 372
Light bulbs............................. 385
Tires ...................................... 419
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ............................ 480M
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