2012 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID air conditioning

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and
operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and
steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior fea-
turesAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 192
Fog light switch ................... 198
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 200
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 204
Driving assist systems ........ 207
Hill-start assist control ......... 213
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 215
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 220
Vehicle load limits ............... 224
Winter driving tips ............... 225
Trailer towing ...................... 229
Dinghy towing ..................... 230 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system.......... 232
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 239
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 240
Using the radio ................... 246
Using the CD player ........... 249
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 255
Operating an iPod .............. 262
Operating a USB memory ............................ 270
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 278
Using the AUX port............. 281
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 283
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 286
• Interior lights..................... 287
• Personal lights.................. 288
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 289
• Glove box ......................... 290
• Console box ..................... 291
• Coin holder ....................... 292
• Bottle holders ................... 293
• Cup holders ...................... 294
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 296
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3-5. Other interior featuresSun visors .......................... 298
Vanity mirrors ..................... 299
Clock .................................. 300
Outside temperature display .............................. 301
Ashtray ............................... 302
Power outlets ..................... 303
Seat heaters ....................... 305
Armrest............................... 307
Coat hooks ......................... 308
Floor mat ............................ 309
Trunk features .................... 311
Garage door opener ........... 313
Compass ............................ 320
Safety Connect................... 324 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 332
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 335
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 338
General maintenance ......... 340
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 344
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 345
Hood ................................... 348
Positioning a floor jack........ 349
Engine compartment .......... 351
12-volt battery ..................... 361
Tires.................................... 365
Tire inflation pressure ......... 373
Wheels................................ 377
Air conditioning filter ........... 380
Electronic key battery ......... 382
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 384
Light bulbs .......................... 395
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Emergency flasher switch P. 408
Security indicator P. 108, 110
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Air conditioning system P. 232
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Rear window defogger switch
Outside rear view mirror defogger switch
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P. 239
P. 239

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1-1. Hybrid system
Before driving
Hybrid system precautions
Air conditioning compressor
Power control unit with DC/
DC converter
High voltage cables (orange)
Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery)Service plug
Electric motor (traction
motor)
Caution label
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high
voltage system (about 650V at m
aximum) as well as parts that
become extremely hot when the hy brid system is operating. Obey
the caution labels attached to the vehicle.

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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following
points:
■ Using Eco drive mode
(P. 170)
■ Use of the Hybrid System Indicator
More Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator needle within the Eco area.
■When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
■Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at traffic
lights, will lead to bad fuel consumption. Check traffic reports before
leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When encountering a
delay, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move for-
ward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator pedal. Doing so
can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
■Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the acceler-
ator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of electrical energy
can be retained when slowing down.
■Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help con-
trol excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode. Doing
so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioning and reduce fuel
consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out
until the gasoline engine and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will
consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding
overuse of the heater.

170 2-1. Driving procedures
■Operation of the air conditio ning system in Eco drive mode
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. ( P. 232) To improve air
conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.
■ When in heavy traffic
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid putting the shift
lever in N for an extended period of time.
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 456
CAUTION
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.
■ Selecting Eco drive mode
When the vehicle is driven in Eco drive mode, vehicle driving
force and operation of the air co nditioning system (heating/cool-
ing) is controlled to improve fuel efficiency.
Eco drive mode
When eco drive mode is turned
on, the “ECO MODE” indicator
will come on.
Pressing the “ECO MODE”
switch again turns eco drive
mode off.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ....... 232
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 239
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 240
Using the radio ................. 246
Using the CD player ......... 249
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 255
Operating an iPod ............ 262
Operating a USB memory .......................... 270
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 278
Using the AUX port .......... 281
Using the steering wheel audio switches ..... 283
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 286
• Interior lights .................. 287
• Personal lights ............... 288 3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 289
• Glove box....................... 290
• Console box ................... 291
• Coin holder .................... 292
• Bottle holders ................. 293
• Cup holders ................... 294
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 296
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 298
Vanity mirrors ................... 299
Clock ................................ 300
Outside temperature display............................ 301
Ashtray ............................. 302
Power outlets ................... 303
Seat heaters..................... 305
Armrest ............................ 307
Coat hooks ....................... 308
Floor mat .......................... 309
Trunk features .................. 311
Garage door opener......... 313
Compass .......................... 320
Safety Connect ................ 324