2013 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID brake fluid

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● The rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature dis-
play flashes
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Brake system warning buzzer:
When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the
warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
P. 436
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light
in red (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actio ns if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to o ccur, have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.

438 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
(Flashes)Indicates, if the vehi-
cle reaches a speed of
3 mph (5 km/h), that
the parking brake is
still engaged.
A buzzer also sounds. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low. Add washer fluid.
(If equipped) Indicates that the
Blind Spot Monitor
sensors or the sur-
rounding area on the
bumper is dirty or
covered with ice.
Clean the sensor and
its surrounding area on
the bumper.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 112 lbf (500 N,
51 kgf) while the hybrid system is operating
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf).
Pedal clearance*13.62 in. (92 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

534 Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 405
Wattage ................................. 494
Battery Checking ............................... 373
Hybrid battery
(traction battery)....................35
If the vehicle has a discharged
12-volt battery ..................... 471
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 233
Blind Spot Monitor ................... 218
Bottle holders ........................... 304
Brake Fluid ...................................... 370
Parking brake ........................ 176
Brake assist .............................. 211
Break-in tips ............................. 151
BSM ........................................... 218 Care
Exterior.................................. 344
Interior ................................... 347
Seat belts .............................. 348
Cargo capacity ......................... 228
Cargo net .................................. 324
CD player .................................. 258
Chains ....................................... 233
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition........ 135
Booster seats, installation ..... 139
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 135
Convertible seats,
installation........................... 139
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 129
Infant seats, definition ........... 135
Infant seats, installation ........ 139
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............................... 140
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................ 142
Installing CRS with top tether straps .................................. 145BC

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Alphabetical index
Floor mat .................................. 321
Fluid
Brake .................................... 370
Washer ................................. 372
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 405
Switch ................................... 202
Wattage ................................ 494
Front fog lights Switch ................................... 202
Wattage ................................ 494
Front passenger occupant classification system............ 129
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 426
Front seats Adjustment ............................. 80
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 405
Wattage ................................ 494
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 405
Wattage ................................ 494
Fuel Capacity ............................... 486
Fuel gauge ........................... 178
Gas station information ........ 548
Information ........................... 495
Refueling .............................. 106
Type ..................................... 486
Fuel door .................................. 106
Fuel filler door ......................... 106
Fuses ........................................ 394 Garage door opener.................325
Gas station information...........548
Gauges ......................................178
Glove box..................................301
Grocery bag hooks ..................323
Hazard lights
Switch....................................418
Head restraints Adjusting ................................85
Headlights Replacing light bulbs .............405
Switch....................................196
Wattage .................................494
Heaters Outside rear view mirror ........249
Seat heater............................316
Hill-start assist control ............211
Hood ..........................................360
Hooks Cargo net hooks ....................324
Grocery bag hooks ................323
Horn...........................................177
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system .....36
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ...................................41
High voltage components........35
Hybrid system indicator .........184
“POWER” switch ...................161
Vehicle Proximity
Notification System ...............31FG
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544 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 423
Electric power steering
system ................................ 424
Open door ............................. 426
Seat belt reminder ................. 426
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 424
Brake assist system .............. 424
Brake system ........................ 423
Charging system .... ............... 424
Electric power steering system ................................ 424
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 424
Engine oil pressure ............... 424
Low fuel level ........................ 426
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 426
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 424
Master warning light .............. 426
Open door ............................. 426
Pretensioners ........................ 424
Seat belt reminder light ......... 426
Slip indicator.......................... 424
SRS airbags .......................... 424
Tire pressure warning light .... 426
Warning messages Blind Spot monitor ......... 435, 436
Cruise control ........................ 435
EV drive mode....................... 436
Headlight ............................... 436
Hood...................................... 436
Hybrid system ....................... 434
Hybrid system overheat ........ 436
Maintenance.......................... 436
Moon roof .............................. 436
N position .............................. 436
Open door ............................. 436
Parking brake ........................ 436
P position .............................. 436
Smart key system.......... 435, 443
Steering lock ......................... 435 Traction battery ..................... 436
Trunk ..................................... 436
Washer fluid .......................... 436
Washer Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 233
Refilling ................................. 372
Switch ................................... 204
Washing and waxing ............... 344
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 228
Load limits ............................. 232
Weight ................................... 484
Wheels ...................................... 387
Window glasses ........................ 99
Window lock switch................... 99
Windows
Power windows ....................... 99
Rear window defogger .......... 249
Washer.................................. 204
Windshield wipers ................... 204
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 392
Wireless remote control .......... 68
WMA disc.................................. 264W