2016 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID warning

4267-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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nUse a CR2032 lithium battery
lBatteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
l Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.
l Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
n If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
lThe smart key system and wireless remote control will not function properly.
l The operational range will be reduced.
WARNING
n Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
nFor normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
lAlways work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
l Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
l Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

4297-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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nAfter a fuse is replaced
lIf the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may
need replacement. ( P. 430)
l If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
n If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
n When replacing light bulbs
Toyota recommends that you use genuine Toyota products designed for this
vehicle. Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent
overload, non-genuine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be
unusable.
WARNING
nTo prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or
injury.
lNever use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use\
any other object in place of a fuse.
l Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
l Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
nBefore replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

4387-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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nLED light bulbs
The parking lights/daytime running lights (LED type) and high mounted stop-
lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burns out, take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.
n Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction.
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations:
lLarge drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
l Water has built up inside the headlight.
n Removing and installing the luggage trim cover and trunk panel cover
clips
n When replacing light bulbs
P. 429Removing
Installing
WARNING
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Replacing light bulbs
lTurn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
l Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
l Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
n To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
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8When trouble arises
CAMRY_HV_U (OM33C35U)8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 440
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 441
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 442
If you think something is wrong .............................. 445
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 446
If a warning message or indicator is displayed ...... 455
If you have a flat tire.......... 473
If the hybrid system 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 12-volt battery is discharged ....... 490
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 496
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................... 500

4418-1. Essential information
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When trouble arises
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Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the hybrid system.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system,
press and hold the power
switch for 2 consecutive sec-
onds or more, or press it briefly
3 times or more in succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, st op the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:
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Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly 3 times or more
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WARNING
n If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the steering wheel
heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid
system.
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
lA warning message for the hybrid system is shown on the multi-
information display and the vehicle does not move.
l The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we re commend having your vehicle
towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

4448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
nWhen towing the vehicle
NOTICE
nTo prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
lDo not tow the vehicle from the rear when the power switch is off. The
steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.
l When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
n To prevent damage to the vehicle wh en towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged or electricity gen-
erated by the operation of the motor may
cause a fire to occur depending on the
nature of the damage or malfunction.

4468-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light in red (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Brake system warning light in yellow
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative braking system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The hybrid transmission control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.