2013 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID Start

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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ............ 178
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 184
Multi-information display ..... 189
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 196
Fog light switch ................... 202
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 204
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 208
Driving assist systems ........ 211
Hill-start assist control ......... 216
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .......... 218
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 228
Vehicle load limits ............... 232
Winter driving tips ............... 233
Trailer towing ...................... 237
Dinghy towing ..................... 238 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system.......... 240
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 249
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 250
Using the radio ................... 255
Using the CD player ........... 258
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 264
Operating an iPod .............. 272
Operating a USB memory ............................ 281
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 289
Using the AUX port............. 292
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 294
3Interior features

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 418
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 419
If you think something is wrong ............................ 422
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 423
If a warning message is displayed........................... 433
If you have a flat tire............ 452
If the hybrid system will not start ............................. 464
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............... 466
If you lose your keys ........... 467
If the electronic key does not operate properly.......... 468
If the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged......... 471
If your vehicle overheats ..... 475
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 480
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 481 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 484
Fuel information.................. 495
Tire information .................. 498
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 510
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 516
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 518
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 519
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 521
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners

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CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ-
ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi-
cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis-
tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat
build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to
children.

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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from
conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the char-
acteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an
electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions,
improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.
Gasoline engine
Electric motor (traction motor)
■ When stopped/during take-off
The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is stopped. During
start-off, the electric motor (tra ction motor) drives the vehicle. At
slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine
is stopped and the motor is used.

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■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and
deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
●The accelerator pedal is released.
● The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or B.
■ EV indicator
■ Conditions in which the g asoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
● During gasoline engine warm-up
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or
low
● When the heater is switched on
The EV indicator comes on when driving
the vehicle using only the electric motor
(traction motor).

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Before driving
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Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
●As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the
battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if
the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly dis-
charge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every
few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid bat-
tery becomes fully discharged and you are unable to jump-start the vehi-
cle with the 12-volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer.
● If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. Always put the shift lever in P when the vehicle is stopped.
When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift lever in D
or B to avoid discharging the battery.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
P. 473
■ After the 12-volt battery has di scharged or has been changed or
removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid
battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Toyota
dealer.

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■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able
to move. Always shift the shift lever to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is
operating and are not a malfunction:
●Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind
the rear seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the hybrid system
starts or stops.
● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal
is depressed.
● Operational sounds and motor sounds may be heard when the brake
pedal is operated.
● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent beside the rear
left seat.
■ Vehicle Proximity Notification System
In the following cases, the Vehicle Proximity Notification System sound may
be difficult for pedestrians, people riding bicycles or other people and vehi-
cles in the surrounding area to hear:
●When there is a lot of noise in the vicinity
● When it is raining or during strong winds
● When in the area surrounding the rear of the vehicle, rather than in front
of the vehicle
■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis-
posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

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Hybrid battery air vent There is an air intake vent beside
the rear left seat for the purpose
of cooling the hybrid battery
(traction battery). If the vent
becomes blocked, the hybrid
battery may overheat, leading to
a reduction in hybrid battery out-
put.
Emergency shut off system When a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor, the
emergency shut off syst em blocks off the high voltage current and
stops the fuel pump to minimize t he risk of electrocution and fuel
leakage. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will
not restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer.
Hybrid warning message
A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in
the hybrid system or an impr oper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown
on the multi-information display,
read the message and follow the
instructions. ( P. 433)