2013 TOYOTA CAMRY maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior fea-
turesAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-4. Using the storage featuresList of storage features....... 296
• Glove box ......................... 297
• Console box ..................... 298
• Coin holder ....................... 299
• Bottle holders ................... 300
• Cup holders ...................... 301
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 303
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 305
Vanity mirrors ..................... 306
Clock .................................. 307
Outside temperature display .............................. 308
Ashtray ............................... 310
Power outlets ..................... 311
Seat heaters ....................... 314
Armrest............................... 316
Assist grips ......................... 317
Coat hooks ......................... 318
Floor mat ............................ 319
Trunk features .................... 321
Garage door opener ........... 323
Compass ............................ 330
Safety Connect................... 334 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 342
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 345
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 348
General maintenance ......... 351
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 355
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 356
Hood ................................... 359
Positioning a floor jack........ 360
Engine compartment .......... 362
Tires.................................... 376
Tire inflation pressure ......... 382
Wheels................................ 386
Air conditioning filter ........... 389
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ....... 391
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 396
Light bulbs .......................... 408
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 420
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 421
If you think something is wrong ................................ 424
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 425
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 426
If you have a flat tire............ 441
If the engine will not start .... 453
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............... 455
If you lose your keys ........... 456
If the electronic key does not operate properly.......... 457
If the battery is discharged ........................ 460
If your vehicle overheats ..... 465
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 468
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 469 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 472
Fuel information.................. 484
Tire information .................. 489
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 501
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 508
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 510
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 511
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 513
Abbreviation list ......................... 524
Alphabetical index ..................... 526
What to do if... ........................... 536
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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94 1-6. Theft deterrent system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■ Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
U.S.A.
Vehicles without a smart key system
FCC ID: WRKRI-34BTY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Vehicles with a smart key system
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
■ Certifications for the immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■ Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
● The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■ Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
●Unlock the doors or trunk.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch
to the “ACC” or “ON” position, or start the engine. (The alarm
will be deactivated or stop ped after a few seconds.)
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or
start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 342
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 345
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 348
General maintenance....... 351
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 355
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 356
Hood ................................ 359
Positioning a floor jack ..... 360
Engine compartment ........ 362
Tires ................................. 376
Tire inflation pressure ...... 382
Wheels ............................. 386
Air conditioning filter......... 389
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ..... 391
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 396
Light bulbs........................ 408

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front
of the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
● Vehicles with rear spoiler: In certain automatic car washes, the rear
spoiler may interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehi-
cle from being cleaned properly or result in damage to the rear spoiler.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle
is closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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When using a car wash (veh icles with a smart key system)
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effec-
tive range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the
following correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
● Place the electronic key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or more away from the
vehicle. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
● Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart key
system. ( P. 39)
■ Aluminum wheels (if equipped)
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners. Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
● Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
● Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■ Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■ Precautions regardin g the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
■ Precaution regarding th e Blind Spot Monitor
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may mal-
function. If this occurs, consult your Toyota dealer.