2012 TOYOTA CAMRY lights

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
■
The windshield wiper and washers can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with a smart key system: The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.

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NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

204 2-4. Using other driving systems
Disabling the TRAC/VSC systemsIf the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, the TRAC/VSC sys-
tems may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may
need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order
to free it.
■ Turning off the TRAC system only
Quickly push and release the
switch to turn off TRAC.
The “TRAC OFF” indicator light
should come on.
Press the switch again to turn the
system back on.
■Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems
Push and hold the switch for
more than 3 seconds while the
vehicle is stopped to turn off
TRAC and VSC.
The “TRAC OFF” and VSC OFF
indicator lights should come on.
Press the switch again to turn the
systems back on.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
●Instances of the Blind Spot Monitor unnecessarily detecting a vehicle
and/or object may increase under the following conditions:
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guard-
rail, wall etc.
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a follow- ing vehicle.
• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle enters the detection area
■ The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be
difficult to see.
■ When there is a malfunction in the system
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons,
warning lights will turn on: ( P. 421)
● There is a malfunction with the sensors
● The sensors have become dirty
● The outside temperature is extremely high or low
● The sensor voltage has become abnormal
■ Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor
FCC ID: OAYBSDTX
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following three conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
(3) This device may only work when the vehicle is in operation pursuant to § 15.252 (a) (4).
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ........................... 226
Automatic air conditioning system ....... 233
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 240
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 242
Using the radio ................. 248
Using the CD player ......... 251
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 257
Operating an iPod ............ 264
Operating a USB memory .......................... 272
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 280
Using the AUX port .......... 283
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 285
• Interior lights .................. 286
• Personal lights ............... 287 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 ............................. 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

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Interior features
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Interior/rear personal lights (vehicles with moon roof)
( P. 286, 287)
Interior light (vehicles without moon roof) ( P. 286)
Interior/front personal lights (vehi cles with moon roof) or per-
sonal lights (vehicles without moon roof) ( P. 286, 287)
Shift lever light (when the tail lights are on) (vehicles with moon
roof)
Engine switch light (vehicles without a smart key system)/
“ENGINE START STOP” switch light (vehicles with a smart key
system)
Door courtesy lights

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Interior lightsVehicles without moon roof Turns the lights on
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights off
Vehicles with moon roof Turns the lights on/off linked to
door positions.
Turns the lights on/off
Interior lights

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3-3. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
Personal lights
Front Turns the lights on/off
Rear (vehicles with moon roof) Turns the lights on/off
Personal lights