2018 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID maintenance

4536-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Scheduled maintenance of the air intake vent is necessary when
In some situations such as when the vehicle is used frequently or in heavy
traffic or dusty areas, the air intake vent may need to be cleaned more regu\
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larly. For details, refer to “Schedule maintenance guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement”.
■ Cleaning the air intake vent
●Dust in the air intake vent may interfere with the cooling of the hybrid battery
(traction battery). If the hybrid battery (traction battery) overheats, the dis-
tance that the vehicle can be driven using the electric motor (traction motor)
may be reduced and the fuel consumption may increase.
Inspect and clean the air intake vent periodically.
● Improper handling of the air intake vent cover and filter may result in dam-
age to them. If you have any concerns about cleaning the filter, contact your
Toyota dealer.
■ If “Maintenance Required for Tracti on Battery Cooling Parts See Owner’s
Manual” is displayed on the multi-information display
● If this warning message is displayed on the multi-information display,
remove the air intake vent cover and clean the filter. (→P. 450)
● After cleaning the air intake vent, start the hybrid system and check that the
warning message is no longer displayed.
After the hybrid system is started, it may be necessary to drive the vehicle
up to approximately 20 minutes befor e the warning message disappears. If
the warning message does not disappear after driving for appropriately 20
minutes, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
WARNING
■When cleaning the air intake vent
Do not use water or other liquids to clean the air intake vent. If water is
applied to the hybrid battery (traction battery) or other components, a mal-
function or fire may occur.
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When removing the air intake vent cover
Do not touch the service plug located near the air intake vent. ( →P. 80)

4546-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
NOTICE
■When cleaning the air intake vent
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle
● Do not allow water or foreign matter to enter the air intake vent when the
cover is removed.
● Carefully handle the removed filter so that it will not be damaged.
If the filter is damaged, have it replaced with a new filter by your Toyota
dealer.
● Make sure to reinstall the filter and cover to their original positions after
cleaning.
● Do not install anything to the air intake vent other than the exclusive filter
for this vehicle or use the vehicle without the filter installed.
■ If “Maintenance Required for Traction Battery Cooling Parts See
Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-information display
If the vehicle is continuously driven with the warning message displayed,
the hybrid battery (traction battery) may overheat, possibly causing a mal-
function. If the warning message is displayed, clean the air intake vent
immediately.
When cleaning the air intake vent, make
sure to only use a vacuum to suck out
dust and clogs. If a compressed air blow
gun, etc. is used to blow out dust and
clogs, the dust or clogs may be pushed
into the air intake vent, which may affect
the performance of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) and cause a malfunc-
tion.

4556-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
●Flathead screwdriver
● Small flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2032
Release the lock and remove
the mechanical key.
Remove the key cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the flathead screw-
driver with a rag.
Remove the depleted battery
using a small flathead screw-
driver.
When removing the cover, the
electronic key module may stick to
the cover and the battery may not
be visible. In this case, remove the
electronic key module in order to
remove the battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.
Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery
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4566-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
When installing the key cover and mechanical key, install by con-
ducting and with the directions reversed.
Operate the or switch and check that the doors can
be locked/unlocked.
■ When replacing the key battery
Be careful not to lose the battery or any other small parts.
■ Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart key system and wireless remote control will not function properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
WARNING
■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
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
● Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.
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4576-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Turn the power switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.
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Engine compartment (type A)Engine compartment (type B)
Push the tabs in and lift the lid off. Push the tabs in and lift the lid off.
Under the driver’s side instru-
ment panel
Remove the lid.
Make sure to push the claw when
removing/installing the lid.

4586-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
Only type A fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.
Check if the fuse is blown.Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rat-
ing. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.
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Ty p e AType B
Ty p e C
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4596-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may
need replacement. ( →P. 460)
● If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
■ If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
WARNING
■To 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.
● Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use\
any other object in place of a fuse.
● Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
● Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

4606-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (→P. 534)
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulb s yourself. The difficulty level
of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Toyota
dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact
your Toyota dealer.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Bulb locations
FrontRear
Front turn signal/parking lights
(bulb type)
Front side marker lights (bulb
type) Back-up lights (bulb type)
Rear turn signal lights (bulb
type)
Rear side marker lights (bulb
type)
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