2015 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID parking brake

4478-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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*1: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: P. 455
*2: If equipped
*3: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the power switch is turned to ON mode, the
buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20
km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after 30
seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the
seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20
more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the
vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfas-
tened after 30 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 20 more seconds.

4558-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Indicates that the hybrid battery (traction battery)
is lowA buzzer also sounds.
 When stopping the vehicle for a long
period of time, shift the shift lever to P. The
battery cannot be charged with the shift
lever in N.
Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric
Power Steering) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 3 mph (5
km/h) or more with the parking brake still engaged
A buzzer also sounds.
 Release the parking brake.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(U.S.A.) (Canada) (Flashes)

4718-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P.
● Stop the hybrid system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. ( P. 438)
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 4 0 6
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Luggage floor cover
Wheel nut wrench
Spare tire Jack handle
Jack1
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4838-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 487)
● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
( P. 402)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally:
Do not use this starting procedure except in case of emergency.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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4848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted while
the button is pressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake
pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a sys-
tem to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted:
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4958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Stop the hybrid system. Set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
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Press to turn off TRAC.
WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

5049-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-tact your Toyota dealer.
*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 depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,31 kgf).
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at
68 F (20 C):
12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the hybrid
system and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Transmission
Fluid capacity*3.9 qt. (3.7 L, 3.3 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*13.62 in. (92 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*27  10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

550What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
CAMRY_HV_U (OM33A87U)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 446)
●The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 171)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(  P. 444, 453)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 453)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 80)
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid
system.
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 444, 453.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. ( P. 471)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. ( P. 495)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with an alarm)
A warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator
is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck