2011 TOYOTA CAMRY brake fluid

382 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Power steering fluid■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 minutes, or slightly longer in cold temperatures. (Fluid tem-
perature, 140 F - 175F [60C - 80 C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50 F - 85F [10C - 30C])
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Indicates that the
trunk is not fully
closed.
A buzzer sounds to
indicate that the trunk
is not fully closed (with
the vehicle having
reached a speed of 3
mph [5 km/h]). Close the trunk.
Indicates that the
moon roof is not fully
closed (with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch OFF
[vehicles with smart
key system] or the
engine switch OFF
[vehicles without
smart key system],
and the driver's door
open).
A buzzer also sounds. Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the
parking brake is still
engaged with the
vehicle having
reached a speed of
more than 3 mph (5
km/h).
A buzzer also sounds. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low.
A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

496 6-1. 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).
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

540 Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsWattage ................................. 500
Battery Checking ............................... 384
If the vehicle has discharged battery .............. 475
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 183
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 268
Bluetooth® phone .................... 284
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 381
Parking brake ........................ 147
Brake assist .............................. 174
Break-in tips ............................. 124
Care
Exterior .................................. 354
Interior ................................... 356
Seat belts .............................. 357
Cargo capacity ......................... 179
Cargo net .................................. 342
CD changer ............................... 228
CD player .................................. 228
Chains ....................................... 183
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........ 107
Booster seats, installation ..... 111
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 107
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 111
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 102
Infant seats, definition ........... 107
Infant seats, installation......... 111
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .................. 112
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................ 114
Installing CRS with top tether straps ........................ 117 Child safety
Airbag precautions .................. 97
Battery precautions ....... 385, 477
Child restraint system ........... 107
Child-protectors....................... 45
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 63
Installing child restraints........ 111
Moon roof precautions ............ 78
Power window lock switch ...... 72
Power window precautions ..... 74
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 408
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 60
Seat belt extender
precautions ........................... 66
Seat belt precautions .............. 64
Seat heater precautions ........ 335
Trunk precautions ................... 51
Child-protectors ......................... 45
Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 354
Interior ................................... 356
Seat belts .............................. 357
Clock ......................................... 331
Compass................................... 349
Condenser ................................ 380
Console box ............................. 322
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 479
Cruise control .......................... 170
Cup holder ................................ 324
Curtain shield airbags ............... 90
Customizable features ............ 516
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542 Alphabetical index
EngineCompartment ........................ 371
Engine switch ................ 133, 137
Hood...................................... 368
How to start the
engine ......................... 133, 137
Identification number ............. 488
If the engine will not start ...... 469
Ignition switch................ 133, 137
Overheating........................... 479
Engine compartment cover..... 373
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 494
Checking ............................... 379
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 183
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 150
Engine immobilizer system.......82
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 491
Checking ............................... 374
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 183
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 377
Engine switch light .................. 318
Event data recorder ................. 434 Floor mat .................................. 340
Fluid
Brake..................................... 381
Power steering fluid .............. 382
Washer.................................. 386
Fog lights Switch ................................... 167
Wattage................................. 500
Front fog lights Switch ................................... 167
Wattage................................. 500
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 102
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 439
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 53
Front side marker lights Wattage................................. 500
Front turn signal lights
Wattage................................. 500
Fuel Capacity ................................ 490
Fuel gauge ............................ 150
Fuel pump shut off system .... 433
Gas station information ......... 552
Information ............................ 501
Refueling ................................. 79
Type ...................................... 490
Fuel door .................................... 79
Fuel filler door ............................ 79
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 433
Fuses ........................................ 410F

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Alphabetical index
Odometer ......................... 150, 158
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 374
Opener Fuel filler door......................... 79
Hood ..................................... 368
Trunk ...................................... 49
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 70
Outside temperature display ........................... 150, 158
Overheating, Engine ............... 479
Parking brake .......................... 147
Parking lights Switch ................................... 162
Wattage ................................ 500
Personal lights Switch ................................... 320
Wattage ................................ 500
Power outlet............................. 333
Power steering fluid ................ 382
Power windows ......................... 72 Radiator ....................................380
Radio .........................................220
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb ...............423
Switch....................................162
Rear seats Adjustment ..............................55
Folding down ...........................56
Rear sunshade .........................338
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............423
Wattage .................................500
Rear view mirror Compass ...............................349
Rear window defogger ............214
Replacing Fuses ....................................410
Key battery ............................406
Light bulbs .............................423
Tires ......................................458
Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners ........................522O
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