2013 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID battery

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-3. Using the interior lightsInterior lights list ................. 297
• Interior lights .................... 298
• Personal lights ................. 299
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 300
• Glove box ......................... 301
• Console box ..................... 302
• Coin holder ....................... 303
• Bottle holders ................... 304
• Cup holders ...................... 305
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 307
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 309
Vanity mirrors ..................... 310
Clock .................................. 311
Outside temperature display .............................. 312
Ashtray ............................... 313
Power outlets ..................... 314
Seat heaters ....................... 316
Armrest............................... 318
Assist grips ......................... 319
Coat hooks ......................... 320
Floor mat ............................ 321
Trunk features .................... 323
Garage door opener ........... 325
Compass ............................ 332
Safety Connect................... 336 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 344
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 347
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 350
General maintenance ......... 352
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 356
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 357
Hood ................................... 360
Positioning a floor jack........ 361
Engine compartment .......... 363
12-volt battery ..................... 373
Tires.................................... 377
Tire inflation pressure ......... 383
Wheels................................ 387
Air conditioning filter ........... 390
Electronic key battery ......... 392
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 394
Light bulbs .......................... 405
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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
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Vehicle data recordings
Your Toyota is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record
certain data, such as:
• Engine speed
• Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position
• Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options
with which it is equipped. Furthermore, these computers do not record con-
versations, sounds or pictures.
●Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern-
ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner
● Usage of data collected through Safety Connect (U.S.mainland only)
If your Toyota has Safety Connect and if you have subscribed to those ser-
vices, please refer to the Safety Connect Telematics Subscription Service
Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.

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CAUTION
■Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Never resell, hand over or modify the hybrid battery. To prevent accidents,
hybrid batteries that have been removed from a disposed vehicle are col-
lected through Toyota dealers. Do not dispose of the battery yourself.
Unless the battery is properly collected, the following may occur, resulting in
death or serious injury:
●The hybrid battery may be illegally disposed of or dumped, and someone
may touch a high voltage part, resulting in an electric shock.
● The hybrid battery is intended to be used exclusively with your hybrid vehi-
cle. If the hybrid battery is used outside of your vehicle or modified in any
way, accidents such as electric shock, heat generation, smoke generation,
an explosion and electrolyte leakage may occur.
When reselling or handing over your vehicle, the possibility of an accident is
extremely high because the person receiving the vehicle may not be aware
of these dangers.
■ Disposal of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been
removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts,
cables and their connectors are touched. In the event that your vehicle must
be disposed of, the hybrid battery must be disposed of by your Toyota dealer
or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, it
may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.

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1-1. Hybrid system
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Before driving
Vehicle Proximity Notification System
When the gasoline engine is off while driving, a sound is produced to
warn pedestrians, people riding bicycles or other people and vehicles
in the surrounding area that the vehicle is approaching. The pitch of
the sound adjusts according to vehicle speed. When vehicle speed is
approximately 16 mph (25 km/h) or more, the warning system turns
off.
■ During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor
(traction motor) charges the hybrid battery as necessary.
■ When accelerating sharply
The power of the hybrid battery (t raction battery) is added to that
of the gasoline engine via the electric motor (traction motor).
■ When braking (regenerative braking)
The electric motor (traction mo tor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery).

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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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1-1. Hybrid system
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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
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■ 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.