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19Pictorial index
CAMRY_UParking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 224, 225
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 224, 225, 226
Precautions for winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 378
Warning light/warning buzzer/
warning message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 224, 228, 528
Turn signal lever  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 223
Headlight switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 231
Headlights/side marker lights/parking lights/tail lights/
license plate lights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . 
. . . . . .  P. 231
Windshield wiper and washer switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 240
Usage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 240
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 472
Emergency flasher switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 516
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 457
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . .  P. 173
Air conditioning system  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 382, 387, 394
Usage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 382, 387, 394
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 383, 389, 397
Audio
*1, 2 
Audio Plus
*1, 2
Premium Audio*1, 2
Clock*2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL”. 
     
        
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2414-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
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Washer/wiper dual oper-
ation
Pulling  the  lever  operates  the  wip-
ers and washer.
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple  of  times  after  the  washer
squirts. 
(After  operating  several  times,  the
wipers  operate  once  more  time
after  a  short  delay  to  prevent  drip-
ping.  However,  the  dripping  pre-
vention  does  not  operate  while  the
vehicle is moving.)
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system: 
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: 
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles  are not  blocked if there is  washe r  fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
■ When stopping the engine in  an emergency while driving
If the windshield wipers are operating when the engine is stopp ed, the wind-
shield  wipers  will  operate  in  high  speed  operation.  After  the  v ehicle  is
stopped,  operation  will  return  to  normal  when  the  engine  switch  is  turned  to
“ON”  position  (vehicles  without  a  smart  key  system)  or  IGNITION   ON  mode
(vehicles  with  a  smart  key  system),  or  operation  will  stop  when  the  driver’s
door is opened.
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WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When  it  is  cold,  do  not  use  the  washer  fluid  until  the  windshie ld  becomes
warm. The  fluid may freeze  on  the  windshield and cause low visi bility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. 
     
        
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2424-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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When the windshield wipers are not being used, they retract to below
the hood. To enable the windshie ld wipers to be lifted when parking in
cold  conditions  or  when  replacing  a  windshield  wiper  insert,  ch ange
the rest position of the windshiel d wipers to the service position using
the wiper lever.
■Raising the wipers to  the service position
Within  approximately  45  sec-
onds  of  turning  the  engine
switch off, move the wiper lever
to  the   
*1  or   *2
position  and  hold  it  for  approxi-
mately 2 seconds or more.
The wipers will move to the  ser-
vice position.
*1: For U.S.A.
*2: For Canada
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Damage  to  the  washer  fluid  pump  may  be  caused  if  the  lever  is  p ulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Changing  the  windshield  wiper  rest  position/Lifting  the  wind-
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4-6. Driving tips
●Use  fluids  that  are  appropriate  t o  the  prevailing  outside  tempera-
tures.  • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set  of tire
chains for the front tires.
*
Ensure  that  all  tires  are  the  same  size  and  brand,  and  that  cha ins  match
the size of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehicles with 18 and 19-inch  tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions: 
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fr ozen.
Pour  warm  water  over  the  frozen  area  to  melt  the  ice.  Wipe  away
the water immediately to p revent it from freezing. 
● To  ensure  proper  operation  of  the  climate  control  system  fan,
remove  any  snow  that  has  accumulated  on  the  air  inlet  vents  in
front of the windshield. 
● Check for and remove any excess ic e or snow that may have accu-
mulated  on  the  exterior  lights,  vehicle’s  roof,  chassis,  around  the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove  any  snow  or  mud  from  the  bottom  of  your  shoes  before
getting in the vehicle.
Winter driving tips
Carry  out  the  necessary  preparations  and  inspections  before
driving  the  vehicle  in  winter. Always  drive  the  vehicle  in  a  ma n-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. 
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle 
     
        
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4506-2. Maintenance
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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  “Own er’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 s ervice shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. ( P. 469)
Brake fluidIs  the  brake  fluid  at  the  correct
level?  (P. 468)
Engine coolantIs  the  engine  coolant  at  the  correct
level?  (P. 466)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? 
(P. 462)
Exhaust systemThere  should  not  be  any  fumes  or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser
The  radiator  and  condenser  should
be free from foreign objects. 
(P. 467)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 472) 
     
        
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Maintenance and care
6-3. 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.   4 6 9 )• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level 
( P.   4 6 8 )• 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. 466)
• “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.   4 6 2 )• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 499)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs 
( P.   5 0 2 )• Bulb  with  same  number  and  wattage  rating  as  origi-
nal
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator/con-
denser (
P. 467)
Tire  inflation
pressure 
( P. 487)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid 
( P.   4 7 2 )• Water  or  washer  fluid  containing  antifreeze  (for  win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid) 
     
        
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4606-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
Engine compartment
Fuse boxes (if equipped)( P. 499)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 464)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 462)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 468) Battery
( P. 469)
Radiator ( P. 467)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( P. 467)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 466)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 472)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 
     
        
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4616-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
Fuse boxes (if equipped)( P. 499)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 464)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 462)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 468)
Battery ( P. 469) Radiator (
P. 467)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( P. 467)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 466)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 472)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10