2015 TOYOTA CAMRY oil level

TABLE OF CONTENTS6
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)8-1. Essential information
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 ..................... 441
If you think something is wrong........................... 444
Fuel pump shut off system............................. 445
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds................. 446
If a warning message or indicator is displayed....... 456
If you have a flat tire .......... 472
If the engine will not start ................................. 484
If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P ............................. 486
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 487
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................... 489
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 493
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................ 496 9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 500
Fuel information ................. 509
Tire information.................. 512
9-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 525
9-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize ................ 534
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 536
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 537
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 539
8When trouble arises9Vehicle specifications
10For owners

732. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 446)*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 447)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 446)*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 447)
*1, 2
Charging system warn-
ing light ( P. 446)*2, 3
(Yellow)
Cruise control indicator
light (P. 447)
*1, 2Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 446)*1, 2, 4Pre-collision system
warning light ( P. 447)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 446)*1
Slip indicator ( P. 447)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp (P. 446)*2
Open door warning light
(P. 448)
*1SRS warning light
(P. 447)Low fuel level warning
light ( P. 448)
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 447)Seat belt reminder light
(P. 448)

3837-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
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
BatteryCheck the connections. ( P. 400)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct
level? (P. 399)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct
level? (P. 397)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level?
(P. 394)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The radiator and condenser should
be free from foreign objects.
(P. 398)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid?
(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
Battery condition
( P. 400)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 399)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level ( P. 397)
• “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 engine coolant)
Engine oil level
(  P. 394)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 424)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 427)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator/con-
denser (
P. 398)
Tire inflation
pressure
(  P. 413)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P. 402)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

3927-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
Engine compartment
Fuse boxes (if equipped)( P. 424)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 395)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 394)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 399) Battery
( P. 400)
Radiator ( P. 398)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 398)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 397)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 402)1
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3937-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Fuse boxes (P. 424)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 395)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 394)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 399)
Battery ( P. 400) Radiator (
P. 398)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 398)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 397)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 402)1
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3947-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
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, 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.
The shape of the dipstick may differ depending on the type of vehicle or
engine.
Engine oil
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2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE)
engine3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
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Flat dipstickNon-flat dipstick
Low
Normal Excessive
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3957-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
■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
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Engine oil selection P. 503
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
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