2012 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID brake fluid

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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
● The rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature dis-
play flashes
■ 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 hybrid system
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● 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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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns 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.
*: Brake system warning buzzer:
When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the
warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
P. 426
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light
in red (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 actio ns if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to o ccur, have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.

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(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
(Flashes)Indicates, if the vehi-
cle reaches a speed of
3 mph (5 km/h), that
the parking brake is
still engaged.
A buzzer also sounds. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low. Add washer fluid.
(If equipped) Indicates that the
Blind Spot Monitor
sensors or the sur-
rounding area on the
bumper is dirty or
covered with ice.
Clean the sensor and
its surrounding area on
the bumper.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N,
51 kgf) while the hybrid system is operating
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf).
Pedal clearance*13.62 in. (92 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

522 Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 395
Wattage ................................. 482
Battery Checking ............................... 361
Hybrid battery
(traction battery)....................33
If the vehicle has a discharged
12-volt battery ..................... 461
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 225
Blind Spot Monitor ................... 215
Bottle holders ........................... 293
Brake Fluid ...................................... 358
Parking brake ........................ 172
Brake assist .............................. 207
Break-in tips ............................. 149
BSM ........................................... 215 Care
Exterior.................................. 332
Interior ................................... 335
Seat belts .............................. 336
Cargo capacity ......................... 220
Cargo net .................................. 312
CD player .................................. 249
Chains ....................................... 225
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition........ 133
Booster seats, installation ..... 137
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 133
Convertible seats,
installation........................... 137
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 128
Infant seats, definition ........... 133
Infant seats, installation ........ 137
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............................... 138
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................ 140
Installing CRS with top tether straps .................................. 143BC

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Alphabetical index
Floor mat .................................. 309
Fluid
Brake .................................... 358
Washer ................................. 359
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 395
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage ................................ 482
Front fog lights Switch ................................... 198
Wattage ................................ 482
Front passenger occupant classification system............ 128
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 416
Front seats Adjustment ............................. 78
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 395
Wattage ................................ 482
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 395
Wattage ................................ 482
Fuel Capacity ............................... 474
Fuel gauge ........................... 174
Gas station information ........ 536
Information ........................... 483
Refueling .............................. 104
Type ..................................... 474
Fuel door .................................. 104
Fuel filler door ......................... 104
Fuses ........................................ 384 Garage door opener.................313
Gas station information...........536
Gauges ......................................174
Glove box..................................290
Grocery bag hooks ..................311
Hazard lights
Switch....................................408
Head restraints Adjusting ................................83
Headlights Replacing light bulbs .............395
Switch....................................192
Wattage .................................482
Heaters Outside rear view mirror ........239
Seat heater............................305
Hill-start assist control ............207
Hood ..........................................348
Hooks Cargo net hooks ....................312
Grocery bag hooks ................311
Horn...........................................173
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system .....34
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ...................................39
High voltage components........33
Hybrid system indicator .........180
“POWER” switch ...................159
Vehicle Proximity
Notification System ...............29FG
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532 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 413
Electric power steering
system ................................ 414
Open door ............................. 416
Seat belt reminder ................. 416
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 414
Brake assist system .............. 414
Brake system ........................ 413
Charging system .... ............... 414
Electric power steering system ................................ 414
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 414
Engine oil pressure ............... 414
Low fuel level ........................ 416
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 416
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 414
Master warning light .............. 416
Open door ............................. 416
Pretensioners ........................ 414
Seat belt reminder light ......... 416
Slip indicator.......................... 414
SRS airbags .......................... 414
Warning messages Blind Spot monitor ......... 425, 426
Cruise control ........................ 425
EV drive mode....................... 426
Headlight ............................... 426
Hood...................................... 426
Hybrid system ....................... 424
Hybrid system overheat ........ 426
Maintenance.......................... 426
Moon roof .............................. 426
N position .............................. 426
Open door ............................. 426
Parking brake ........................ 426
P position .............................. 426
Smart key system.......... 425, 433
Steering lock ......................... 425
Traction battery ..................... 426 Trunk ..................................... 426
Washer fluid .......................... 426
Washer Checking ............................... 359
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 225
Switch ................................... 200
Washing and waxing ............... 332
Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 220
Load limits ............................. 224
Weight ................................... 472
Wheels ...................................... 377
Window glasses ........................ 97
Window lock switch................... 97
Windows Power windows ....................... 97
Rear window defogger .......... 239
Washer.................................. 200
Windshield wipers ................... 200
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery ............ 382
Wireless remote control .......... 66
WMA disc.................................. 255W