2012 TOYOTA CAMRY radiator cap

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
Engine oil filler cap( P. 357)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 355)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 361)
Fuse box ( P. 389)Battery ( P. 363)
Radiator ( P. 361)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 361)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 360)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 366)

354 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Engine oil filler cap( P. 357)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 355)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 361)
Fuse box ( P. 389)Battery ( P. 363)
Radiator ( P. 361)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 361)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 360)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 366)

360 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine coolantThe coolant level is sati sfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
(P. 459)
■ Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant
with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.

460 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■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.
STEP5

524 Alphabetical index
Noise from under vehicle ..........19
Odometer .................................. 169
OilEngine oil .............................. 355
Opener Fuel filler door .........................88
Hood...................................... 350
Trunk .......................................58
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............79
Defogger ............................... 240
Outside temperature
display .................................... 301
Overheating, Engine ................459
Parking brake ........................... 167
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Switch.................................... 185
Wattage ................................. 477
Personal lights Switch.................................... 287
Wattage ................................. 477
Power outlet ............................. 304
Power windows ..........................81
Radiator .................................... 361
Radio ......................................... 248
Rear seats Folding down ...........................65
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulb ............... 401
Switch.................................... 185
Wattage ................................. 477
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Wattage ................................. 477 Rear view mirror
Compass ............................... 322
Rear window defogger ............ 240
Replacing Fuses .................................... 389
Key battery ............................ 384
Light bulbs............................. 401
Tires ...................................... 435
Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners ........................ 502
Safety Connect......................... 326
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt............. 69
Automatic Locking Retractor ............................... 71
Child restraint system installation........................... 122
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 338
Emergency Locking Retractor ............................... 71
How to wear your seat belt ..... 69
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 71
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .............. 71
Reminder light ....................... 423
Seat belt extenders ................. 72
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 70
Seat heaters ............................. 307
Seating capacity ...................... 217N
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