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Emergency flashers .......... 438
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 439
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 440
If you think something is wrong .............................. 443
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 444
If a warning message or indicator is displayed....... 453
If you have a flat tire .......... 471
If the hybrid system will not start ........................... 482
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 484
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 485
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged ....... 487
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 491
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................ 495 9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 498
Fuel information ................. 507
Tire information.................. 510
9-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 523
9-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ................ 532
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 534
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 535
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 537
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ..................... 548
Alphabetical index ...................... 551
8When trouble arises9Vehicle specifications
10For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation system or Entune Audio Plus, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER'S MAN-
UAL” for information regarding the navigation system or Entune
Audio Plus.
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Maintenance and care
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General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct
level? (P. 400)
CoolantIs the coolant at the correct level?
(P. 398)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?
(P. 395)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The radiator and condenser should
be free from foreign objects.
(P. 399)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 401)
Tr u n k
ItemsCheck points
12-volt battery Check the connections. (P. 402)
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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery
condition
(P. 402)• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(P. 400)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/power
control unit cool-
ant level
(P. 398)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P. 395)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 425)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(P. 428)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator/con-
denser (
P. 399)
Tire inflation
pressure
( P. 416)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 401)• Water or washer fluid c ontaining antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
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Engine compar tment
Fuse boxes (P. 425)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 396)
Engine oil level dipstick (P. 395)
Brake fluid reservoir (P. 400)
Engine coolant radiator (P. 398) Power control unit coolant
radiator
( P. 398)
Condenser ( P. 399)
Electric cooling fans
Engine coolant reservoir (P. 398)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 401)
Power control unit
coolant reservoir ( P. 398)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
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Maintenance and care
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With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oilPark the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes for
the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check the
oil level.
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.
Engine oil
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
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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 consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
Engine oil selection P. 501
Oil quantity
(Low Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
1
2
3
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WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
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9Vehicle specifications
CAMRY_HV_U (OM33A87U)9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 498
Fuel information ................ 507
Tire information ................. 510
9-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 523
9-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ............... 532