2013 TOYOTA CAMRY oil

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the connections.
(P. 372)
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 371)
Engine coolant Is the engine coolant at the
correct level? (
P. 369)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(P. 364)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects.
(P. 370)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 375)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recomme nded that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level
P. 364)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 396)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 408)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser
(P. 370)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 382)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 375)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions:
■When working on the engine compartment:
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
■ When working near the electric c ooling fans or radiator grille
Vehicles without a smart key system: Be sure the engine switch is off. With
the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tempera-
ture is high. ( P. 370)
Vehicles with a smart key system: Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is off. With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON
mode, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air condi-
tioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 370)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

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Engine compar tment
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE, 2AR-FBE) engine
Engine oil filler cap( P. 366)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 364)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 371)
Fuse box ( P. 396)Battery ( P. 372)
Radiator ( P. 370)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 370)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 369)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 375)

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Maintenance and care
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Engine oil filler cap
( P. 366)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 364)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 371)
Fuse box ( P. 396)Battery ( P. 372)
Radiator ( P. 370)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 370)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 369)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 375)

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Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE, 2AR-FBE) engine
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Flat dipstick Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Non-flat dipstick Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.STEP5
STEP6

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■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection P. 4 7 6
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3