2012 TOYOTA CAMRY check engine light

432 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute (vehicles with a tire pressure warning system)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch (vehicles without a smart key system) or
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch (vehicles with a smart key system) is
turned on, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
The electric power steering system warning light may come on and the
warning buzzer may sound when the voltage is low or the voltage drops.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 493) However, Toyota recommends that the
seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen-
ger that the seat belts are not fastened.
CAUTION
■ When the electric power steerin g system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.
■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with a tire
pressure warning system)
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and re sult in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is pr obable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with th e spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

452 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Starting the engineEnsure that the shift lever is in P and firmly depress the brake
pedal. Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
The “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will turn to IGNITION ON
mode.
When the smart key system is d eactivated in customization setting,
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will turn to ACCESSORY mode.
Modes can be changed by pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch with brake pedal released . (The mode changes each time the
switch is pressed.)
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that the smart key
system indicator light (green) turns on.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
In the event that the “ENGINE ST ART STOP” switch still cannot be
operated, contact your Toyota dealer.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at
that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Open and close any of
the doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Maintain the engine
speed of the second vehicle and turn the engine switch to
the “ON” position, then start the vehicle's engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Maintain the engine
speed of the second vehicle and turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode, then start the vehi-
cle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse or der from which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP3
STEP4
STEP4STEP5
STEP6

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam:
Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam sub-
sides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam:
Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating:
Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning light
goes off and then stop the engine.
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and call your Toyota dealer.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP5STEP4

472 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is neces-
sary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights are turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity* 6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by
vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.

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Alphabetical index
Electric power steering........... 203
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 451
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 414
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ..... 420
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 451
If the engine will not start...... 447
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 449
If the vehicle has
discharged battery ............. 454
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 420
If you have a flat tire ............ 435
If you lose your keys............. 450
If you think something is wrong ................................. 418
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 462
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 463
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ............................ 415
If your vehicle overheats ...... 459 Engine
Compartment ........................353
Engine switch ................145, 148
Hood......................................350
How to start the
engine .........................145, 148
Identification number .............466
If the engine will not start ......447
Ignition switch................145, 148
Overheating...........................459
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................471
Checking ...............................360
Preparing and checking before winter .......................218
Engine coolan t temperature
display ....................................169
Engine immobilizer system.......92
Engine oil Capacity ................................469
Checking ...............................355
Preparing and checking before winter .......................218
Engine switch light ..................285
EPS ............................................203
Event data recorder ...................22E

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Tachometer............................... 169
Tail lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 401
Switch.................................... 185
Wattage ................................. 477
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................95
Engine immobilizer system .....92
Tire inflation pressure ............. 375
Tire information Glossary ................................ 487
Size ....................................... 484
Tire identification number ...... 483
Uniform tire quality
grading ................................ 485
Tires Chains ................................... 218
Checking ............................... 367
If you have a flat tire .............. 435
Inflation pressure................... 375
Inflation pressure sensor ....... 368
Replacing .............................. 435
Rotating tires ......................... 367
Size ....................................... 474
Snow tires ............................. 218
Spare tire............................... 435 Tools ......................................... 435
Total load capacity .................. 217
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 223
Trailer towing ........................ 222
TRAC ......................................... 203
Traction control ....................... 203
Trip information ....................... 169
Trip meter ................................. 169
Trunk Opener .................................... 58
Trunk light Trunk light ............................... 59
Wattage................................. 477
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Switch ................................... 166
Wattage................................. 477
Valet key ..................................... 28
Vanity lights Vanity lights........................... 299
Wattage................................. 477
Vanity mirrors .......................... 299
Vehicle data recordings ............ 21
Vehicle identification number ................................... 466
Vehicle stability control .......... 203
VSC ........................................... 203T
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Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 420
Downshifting ................. 158, 164
Electric power steering system................................ 421
Open door ............................ 423
Seat belt reminder ................ 423
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ......... 421
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 421
Brake assist system ............. 421
Brake system........................ 420
Charging system .... .............. 421
Cruise control indicator
light .................................... 421
Electric power steering system................................ 421
Engine coolant temperature........................ 421
Engine oil pressure............... 421
Low fuel level........................ 423
Maintenance reminder light .................................... 423
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 421
Open door ............................ 423
Pretensioners ....................... 421
Seat belt reminder light ........ 423
Slip indicator ......................... 421
Smart key system ... .............. 427
SRS airbags ......................... 421
Tire pressure warning light .................................... 423
Washer fluid ......................... 423 Washer
Checking ...............................366
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................218
Switch....................................194
Washing and waxing ...............334
Weight Cargo capacity ......................213
Load limits .............................217
Weight ...................................466
Wheels ......................................379
Window glasses ........................81
Window lock switch ...................81
Windows
Power windows .......................81
Rear window defogger ..........240
Washer ..................................194
Windshield wipers ...................194
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............384
Wireless remote control ..........46
WMA disc ..................................257W