2012 TOYOTA CAMRY hood open

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-4. Using the storage featuresList 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 ............................... 303
Power outlets ..................... 304
Seat heaters ....................... 307
Armrest............................... 309
Coat hooks ......................... 310
Floor mat ............................ 311
Trunk features .................... 313
Garage door opener ........... 315
Compass ............................ 322
Safety Connect................... 326 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 334
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 337
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 340
General maintenance ......... 342
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 346
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 347
Hood ................................... 350
Positioning a floor jack........ 351
Engine compartment .......... 353
Tires.................................... 367
Tire inflation pressure ......... 375
Wheels................................ 379
Air conditioning filter ........... 382
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ....... 384
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 389
Light bulbs .......................... 401
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Gauges and meters P. 169
Tilt and telescopic steering rock release lever
P. 76
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Audio system 
Navigation system
, *3
Display Audio system , *4
P. 242
Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 194
Clock P. 300
Tire pressure warning
reset switch
 P. 368
Parking brake pedal P. 167Hood lock release
lever
P. 350: If equipped
*3: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*4: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
Horn
P. 168
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles
with a smart key system)
P. 148
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch

P. 185
P. 166
P. 192
Fuel filler door opener
P. 88
Trunk opener P. 58
Floor mat P. 311

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Before driving
Alarm
: If equipped
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forced
entry is detected.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the fo llowing situations when the alarm
is set:
● A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the entry function, wireless remote control or
mechanical key.
● The hood is opened.
● Some models: The window is tapped or broken.
■ Setting the alarm system
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all the doors.
The system will be set auto-
matically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
■
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the system.)
■ Alarm-operated door lock
●When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to pre-
vent intruders.
● Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and
make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing
the battery.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a
door, the trunk or hood.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Hood
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the auxiliary catch
lever and lift the hood.
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STEP2

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the batter y is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle's battery is discharged.
You can also call your Toyota deal er or a qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by follow-
ing the steps below.
Open the hood. ( P. 350)
Connect the jumper cables accord ing to the following procedure:
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
STEP1
STEP2

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■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating:
●The rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature display is
flashing or a loss of power is experienced.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injuries such as burns.
● Keep hands and clothing away from the fans and drive belt while the
engine is running.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(P. 471)
Have the vehicle chec ked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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522 Alphabetical index
Floor mat................................... 311
FluidBrake ..................................... 361
Washer .................................. 366
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Switch.................................... 192
Wattage ................................. 477
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Switch.................................... 192
Wattage ................................. 477
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 113
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light......................... 423
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................62
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Wattage ................................. 477
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Wattage ................................. 477
Fuel Capacity ................................ 468
Fuel gauge ............................ 169
Fuel pump shut off system .... 419
Gas station information ......... 532
Information ............................ 478
Refueling .................................88
Type ...................................... 468
Fuel door.....................................88
Fuel filler door ............................88
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 419
Fuses......................................... 389 Garage door opener ................ 315
Gas station information .......... 532
Gauges...................................... 169
Glove box ................................. 290
Grocery bag hooks .................. 313
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 414
Head restraints Adjusting ................................ 67
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Switch ................................... 185
Wattage................................. 477
Heaters Outside rear view mirror........ 240
Seat heater ........................... 307
Hood.......................................... 350
Hooks Cargo net hooks.................... 314
Grocery bag hooks................ 313
Horn .......................................... 168FG
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