2011 TOYOTA CAMRY low oil pressure

366 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, 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.
ItemsParts and tools
Fuses ( P. 410)Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs ( P. 423)Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
Power steering fluid
level ( P. 382)• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
 II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser (P. 380) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 397) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 386) • Water washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
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 lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warn ing light (vehicles without
multi-information display) Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

450 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.● The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an acci dent. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
● The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an acci dent. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and allow the engine to cool.
Warning messageDetails
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Indicates an abnormal engine oil pressure.
A buzzer also sounds.
The warning light may turn on if the engine oil
pressure is too low.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high.
A buzzer also sounds.

548 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 436
Downshifting.......................... 142
Open door ............................. 439
Seat belt reminder ................. 439
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 437
Brake assist system .............. 437
Brake system ........................ 436
Charging system .... ............... 437
Engine oil maintenance ......... 439
Engine oil pressure ............... 437
Low fuel level ........................ 439
Low tire pressure warning
light ..................................... 439
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 437
Master warning light .............. 439
Open door ............................. 439
Pretensioners ........................ 437
Seat belt reminder light ......... 439
Smart key system... ............... 442
SRS airbags .......................... 437
Washer fluid .......................... 439
Warning messages Engine coolant temperature ........................ 449
Engine oil maintenance ......... 451
Engine oil pressure ............... 449
Hood...................................... 451
Moon roof .............................. 451
Open door ............................. 451
Parking brake ........................ 451
Smart key system... ............... 454
Steering lock ......................... 450
Trunk ..................................... 451
Washer fluid .......................... 451 Washer
Checking ............................... 386
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 183
Switch ................................... 168
Washing and waxing ............... 354
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 179
Load limits ............................. 182
Weight ................................... 488
Wheels ...................................... 401
Window glasses ........................ 72
Window lock switch................... 72
Windows
Power windows ....................... 72
Rear window defogger .......... 214
Washer.................................. 168
Windshield wipers ................... 168
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 406
Wireless remote control .......... 40
WMA disc.................................. 236W

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What to do if...
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Warning lights
P. 437
or
P. 4 3 6P. 437
P. 4 3 7P. 439
P. 4 3 7P. 439
P. 439
or
P. 4 3 7P. 439
P. 4 3 7P. 439
P. 439
or
P. 4 3 7P. 439
P. 4 3 9P. 442
*: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Brake system warning
lightCruise control indicator
light
*
Slip indicator light
Charging system warn-
ing lightTire pressure warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightLow windshield washer fluid
warning light
Malfunction indicator
lampOpen door warning light
Low fuel level warning
light
SRS warning lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
ABS warning lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Master warning light
Maintenance required
reminder lightSmart key system warn-
ing light
The warning message is
displayedP. 448If a warning message is displayed