2015 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID engine overheat

17Pictorial index
CAMRY_HV_U (OM33A87U)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 180
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 242
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 182
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 500
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 406
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 505
Winter tires/tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 242
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system
*. . . . . . . . P. 406
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 471
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . P. 392
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 392
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 501
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 491
Warning message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 454
Headlights/halogen daytime running lights
* . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172
Front turn signal/parking lights/
LED daytime running lights
* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172
Front side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172
Rear turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 170
Stop/tail lights/rear side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 168
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 172
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 428, Watts: P. 506)
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912. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
●When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 16 mph [25 km/h])
● When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P. 491)

1504-1. Before driving
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■ When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
● The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the vehicle is
powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As there is no engine
noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid
system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control,
however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it more
difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way: P. 439
● Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 168)
● Do not adjust the display, the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or
the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
● Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle.

1524-1. Before driving
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon
as possible.
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.
■ When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
If the shift lever is in any position other than P or N, the vehicle may accel-
erate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
● In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY” indicator is
illuminated, and apply the parking brake as necessary.
● If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused
by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal
and securely apply the parking brake as needed.
● Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.
■ When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun.
Doing so may result in the following:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a
fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s
electrical components.
● Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a
place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally when
luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.
● Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place
containers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard.
Adhesive discs or containers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehi-
cle.

4918-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 8 8 )
enters the red zone or a loss of hybrid system power is experi-
enced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● “Hybrid System Overheat” ( P. 453) is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
■If the rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature
display are flashing
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently,
inspect the hoses and radiator
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “F” and “L”
lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Radiator cap
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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554Alphabetical index
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Driving ...................................... 148Break-in tips .......................... 149
Correct posture ....................... 28
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 239
Procedures ........................... 148
Winter drive tips .................... 242
Dynamic radar cruise control .................................... 189
Eco drive mode ........................ 169
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electric motor (traction motor) ....................... 69
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....................................... 219Function ................................ 219
Warning light ......................... 445
Electronic key .......................... 106 Battery-saving function ......... 123
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 485
Replacing the battery ............ 423
Emergency flashers ................ 438
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds........................ 444, 453
If a warning light turns on...... 444
If a warning message or indicator is displayed .......... 453
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 487
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 485
If the hybrid system will not start ........................ 482
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 484
If you have a flat tire ............. 471
If you think something is wrong.................................. 443 If your vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 495
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 439
If your vehicle needs to be towed.................................. 440
If your vehicle overheats....... 491
Engine ...................................... 500
Compartment ........................ 394
Engine switch ....................... 161
Hood ..................................... 392
How to start the hybrid system ................................ 161
Identification number ............ 499
If the hybrid system
will not start ........................ 482
Ignition switch (power switch) .................... 161
Overheating .......................... 491
Power switch ........................ 161
Engine coolant......................... 398 Capacity................................ 503
Checking............................... 398
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 242
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 88
Engine oil ................................. 395 Capacity................................ 501
Checking............................... 395
Oil pressure warning message............................. 458
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 242
Engine switch .......................... 161
Enhanced VSC ......................... 218
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Garage door opener ................ 360
Gauges ....................................... 88
Glove box ................................. 344
Grocery bag hooks .................. 353
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*............. 283
Head restraints ........................ 132
Headlights ................................ 172 Automatic High Beam system ................................ 175
Light switch ........................... 172
Replacing light bulbs..... 429, 435
Wattage ................................ 506
Heaters Outside rear view mirrors...... 334
Seat heaters ......................... 339
High voltage components......... 73
Hill-start assist control............ 218
Hood ......................................... 392
Hooks Coat hooks............................ 359
Grocery bag hooks ............... 353
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 26
Horn .......................................... 134
Hybrid battery (traction battery)...................... 73
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vent ........ 74 Hybrid system............................ 69
Emergency shut off system .... 74
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ............. 98
EV drive mode ...................... 166
High voltage components ....... 73
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 90
Hybrid system precautions ..... 73
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 239
If the hybrid system will not start ........................ 482
Overheating .......................... 491
Power (ignition) switch.......... 161
Starting the hybrid system .... 161
Vehicle proximity notification system .................................. 70
Hybrid System Indicator ........... 90
Hybrid transmission................ 168 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 484
I/M test ...................................... 389
Identification ............................ 499 Engine .................................. 499
Vehicle .................................. 499
Ignition switch (power switch) ....................... 161
Illuminated entry system ........ 342
Immobilizer system ................... 78
Indicators ................................... 86
Initialization Maintenance ......................... 383
Moon roof ............................. 145
Power windows..................... 141
Tire pressure warning system .................. 407
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance ... 390
General maintenance ........... 385
Maintenance data ................. 498
Maintenance requirements ...................... 382
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is
required .............................. 383
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 444
Master warning light................ 446
Meter ........................................... 88 Indicators ................................ 86
Instrument panel light control................................... 89
Meters ..................................... 88
Multi-information display ......... 92
Warning lights ......................... 85
Warning message ................. 453
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 136
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................... 334
Outside rear view mirrors...... 138
Vanity mirrors........................ 354
Moon roof ................................. 143 Jam protection function......... 144
Operation .............................. 143
MP3 disc
*................................. 269
Multi-information display .......... 92
Audio system-linked................ 92
Customizing vehicle features ................................ 95
Drive information..................... 94
Navigation system-linked ........ 92
Settings display....................... 95
Switching the display .............. 93
Warning message ................. 453 Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle ........... 8
Odometer ................................... 88
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 501
Opener Fuel filler door ....................... 182
Hood ..................................... 392
Trunk .................................... 117
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 138 Adjusting and folding ............ 138
BSM (Blind spot monitor)...... 231
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................... 334
Outside temperature
display...................................... 88
Overheating, Hybrid system.................................... 491
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