TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2007 XV40 / 8.G Owners Manual

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OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS
POWER switch, Transmission and Parking brake
“POWER” switch160
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Transmission 162
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Vehicle dynamics integrated management 164
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Tire pressure warning system 168
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Parking brake 175
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Cruise control 176
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SECTION 1 7

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When the key is in the vehicle, press-
ing the “POWER” switch (hybrid system
startup switch) allows you to start and
stop the hybrid system or choose at
the ACC, ON, or “POWER” switch off.
When the brake pedal is not depressed,
pressing the “POWER” switch changes the
mode as follows. Press the switch slowly
and firmly.First time—ACC (accessory) mode (
illu-
minates amber)
Accessories such as the radio operate.
Second time—ON mode (illuminates am-
ber)
All accessories on.
Third time—Power off (indicator light
off)
Pressing the “POWER” switch again re-
turns the mode switch to ACC.If a buzzer sounds and the master warn-
ing light comes on for 5 seconds when
pressing the “POWER” switch, this indi-
cates that the key is not in the vehicle.
The message “KEY IS NOT DETECTED”
will also appear on the multi −information
display.
If the brake pedal is depressed, the in-
dicator light will turn green, regardless
of which mode is selected. When the
indicator light is green, pressing the
“POWER” switch once turns the hybrid
system on. (For starting tips, see “How
to start the hybrid system” on page 301
in Section 3.)
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When the “POWER” switch is changed
from ON (with the hybrid system turned
off) to off and then changed to ACC,
“DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL” will
appear on the multi−information display.
If the amber indicator light on the
“POWER” switch blinks, this indicates a
malfunction of the push start system. Turn
off the hybrid system immediately and
contact your Toyota dealer.
Approximately five hours after the hybrid
system is turned off, you may hear s ound
coming from underneath the trunk for sev-
eral minutes. This is normal operation and
does not indicate a malfunction. (See
“Leak detection pump” on page ix.)
It is not a malfunction if the needle on all
meters and gauges move slightly when the
“POWER” switch is set at ACC, ON or
when the hybrid system is turned on.
NOTICE
Do not leave the “POWER” switch at
ACC or ON with the hybrid system
turned off. The 12 volt battery will
discharge.
When the 12 volt battery is discon-
nected or run down, the push button
start function memorizes the current
mode. After you reconnect, replace, or re-
charge the battery, the memorized mode
is selected automatically. In any of these
cases, turn off the hybrid system if the
hybrid system is turned on.

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Your transmission has a shift lock system
to minimize the possibility of incorrect
operation. This means you can only shift
out of “P” position when the brake pedal
is depressed (with the “POWER” switch
set at ON).
(a) Selector lever
The shift position is also displayed on the
instrument cluster.
P:Parking, hybrid system starting
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Normal driving
B: Engine braking
Transmission
Shift with the brake pedal
depressed.
(The “POWER” switch must be
set at ON.)
Shift normally.
Selector lever

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(b) Normal driving1. Start the hybrid system as instructed in “How to start the hybrid system” on
page 301 in Section 3. The transmis-
sion must be in “P”.
2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.
CAUTION
Never put your foot on the accelera-
tor pedal while shifting.
3. Release the parking brake and brakepedal. Depress the accelerator pedal
slowly for smooth starting.
CAUTION
Always keep your foot on the brake
pedal while stopped with the hybrid
system on. This prevents the vehicle
from creeping.
NOTICE
Always use the brake pedal or the
parking brake to hold the vehicle on
an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold
the vehicle using the accelerator ped-
al, as this can cause the transmission
to overheat.
(c) Using engine braking
To use engine braking intentionally, shift
the selector lever to the “B” position and
take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
During high speed driving you may feel
that engine braking is less effective than
that of conventional vehicle.
Do not continue normal driving with the
transmission in “B” for a long time.
This may cause decreased fuel econo-
my.
CAUTION
Be careful when using engine braking
on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting
could cause the vehicle to spin or
skid.
(d) Backing up
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the
“R” position.
NOTICE
Never shift into reverse while the ve-
hicle is moving.
(e) Parking
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. With the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal
to apply the parking brake securely.
3. With the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi-
tion.
When turning the hybrid system off, put
the transmission in the “P” position.
CAUTION
Never attempt to move the selector
lever into “P” position under any cir-
cumstances while the vehicle is mov-
ing. Serious mechanical damage and
loss of vehicle control may result.

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(f) If you cannot shift the selector le-ver out of “P” position
If you cannot shift the selector lever from
the “P” position even though the brake
pedal is depressed, use the shift lock
override button. For instructions, see “If
you cannot shift transmission selector le-
ver” on page 329 in Section 4. Vehicle dynamics integrated manage-
ment (VDIM) is designed to control ve-
hicle motion continuously using all pos-
sible functions to stabilize the motion.
It is important to keep the tires in good
condition for the system to properly
control vehicle motion. Refer to the in-
formation for tires on pages 359
through 367 in Section 72.
The system has the functions listed below.
Each function becomes operational when
the vehicle speed exceeds the speeds as
shown below.
Brake assist function
7km/h(4mph)
Anti−lock brake system function
7km/h(4mph)
Traction control function 0km/h(0mph)
Vehicle stability control function15 km/h (9 mph)
CAUTION
Do not rely excessively on the
VDIM. Even if the system is operat-
ing, you must always drive carefully
and attentively. Reckless driving will
result in an unexpected accident. If
the slip indicator flashes, special
care should be taken.
Only use tires of specified size. The
size, manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern for all 4 tires should be the
same. If you use any tires other
than specified, or different types or
sizes, the VDIM may not function
correctly. When replacing the tires
or wheels, contact your Toyota deal-
er.
Do not modify the suspensions. If
you modify the suspensions, the
VDIM may not function correctly.
In situations where the road surface
is covered with ice or snow, snow
tires or tire chains should be used.
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Slip indicator light
When the “POWER” switch is set at ON
is turned on, the slip indicator light comes
on. It will go off when the “READY” light
comes on. If the slip indicator light does
not come on when the “POWER” switch is
set at ON, contact your Toyota dealer.While the VDIM is using its various func-
tions to stabilize vehicle motion, the slip
indicator in the instrument cluster flashes
and the buzzer sounds. Drive carefully
when you are in situations where the indi-
cator flashes. You may feel some vibra-
tions from the underbody and you may
feel some resistance when turning the
steering wheel when the VDIM is using its
various functions.
“ABS” warning light (U.S.A.)
“ABS” warning light (Canada)

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“ABS” warning light
When the “POWER” switch is set at
ON, the “ABS” warning light comes on.
It will go off when the “READY” light
comes on. If the “ABS” warning light
does not come on when the “POWER”
switch is set at ON, contact your
Toyota dealer.
If the “ABS” warning light remains on
after the “POWER” switch is set at ON
or if it comes on while driving, the
antilock brake system function may
not operate properly. Although the
brake system operates without the func-
tion, drive carefully and have your ve-
hicle checked by a Toyota dealer as
soon as possible. For details, see “Ser-
vice reminder indicators and warning
buzzers” on page 150 in Section 16.
Message “CHECK VSC SYSTEM”
If “CHECK VSC SYSTEM” appears on
the multiinformation display, the trac-
tion control and vehicle stability control
functions may not operate properly. Al-
though the brake system operates nor-
mally without these functions, drive
carefully and have your vehicle checked
by a Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
For details, see “—Messages” on page
140 in Section 16.BRAKE ASSIST FUNCTION
The brake assist function is designed to
assist with emergency braking. When the
driver suddenly depresses the brake ped-
al, the device treats it as emergency brak-
ing and adds braking force.
If you slam the brakes on or apply the
brakes more firmly, more powerful braking
will be applied.
CAUTION
The brake assist function is not de-
signed to shorten braking distance.
Always drive at a moderate speed and
maintain a safe distance from the ve-
hicle in front of you. Depending on
road conditions, braking distance may
be longer than that of a vehicle with-
out the brake assist device. If tire
chains are used, braking distance
may become longer.

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ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FUNCTION
The anti −lock brake system function is de-
signed to help prevent lock −up of the
wheels during sudden braking or when
braking on slippery road conditions. This
assists in providing directional stability
and steering performance of the vehicle
under these circumstances.
Effective way to press the ABS brake
pedal: When the brake pedal is de-
pressed and the anti −lock brake system
function is in action, the slip indicator
flashes. In this situation, to let the anti −
lock brake system work for you, just
hold the brake pedal down more firmly.
Do not pump the brake in a panic stop.
This will result in reduced braking per-
formance.
Depressing the brake pedal on slippery
road surfaces such as on a manhole cov-
er, a steel plate at a construction site,
joints in a bridge, etc. on a rainy day
tends to activate the anti −lock brake sys-
tem function. When the anti
−lock brake system function
is activated, you may hear the anti −lock
brake system function operating sound
and the vibrations of the vehicle body and
steering wheel. You may also hear the
motor sound in the engine compartment
even after the vehicle is stopped. Howev-
er, it does not indicate any trouble.
CAUTION
The antilock brake system function
is not designed to shorten braking
distance. Always drive at a moderate
speed and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front of you. De-
pending on road conditions, braking
distance may be longer than that of
a vehicle without the antilock brake
system. If tire chains are used, brak-
ing distance may become longer.
Compared with vehicles without an
antilock brake device, your vehicle
may require a longer stopping dis-
tance in the following cases:
Driving on rough, gravel or snow
covered roads.
Driving with tire chains installed.
Driving over the steps such as the
joints on the road.
Driving on roads where the road
surface is pitted or has other differ-
ences in surface height.
If tire grip performance exceeds its
capability, or if hydroplaning occurs
during high speed driving in the rain,
the antilock brake system does not
provide vehicle control.

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TRACTION CONTROL FUNCTION
The traction control function is designed to
help prevent skid of the drive wheels dur-
ing sudden acceleration on slippery road
surfaces.
You may feel vibration or noise in your
vehicle, caused by operation of the
brakes.
CAUTION
Under certain slippery road condi-
tions, full traction of the vehicle and
power against drive wheels cannot be
maintained, even though the traction
control system is in operation. Do not
drive the vehicle under any speed or
maneuvering conditions which may
cause the vehicle to lose traction
control. In situations where the road
surface is covered with ice or snow,
your vehicle should be fitted with
snow tires or tire chains. Always
drive at a moderate speed.
VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL
FUNCTION
The vehicle stability control function is de-
signed to help prevent skid of the wheels
while cornering on slippery road surfaces
or when turning the steering wheel abrupt-
ly.
The system controls the driving and brak-
ing forces on each tire and also controls
the power steering assistance to help the
driver to recover vehicle stability.
CAUTION
Depending on the road conditions,
the vehicle stability control function
may not be able to stabilize your ve-
hicle. Always drive at a moderate
speed.
The tire pressure warning system warns
you that the tire inflation pressure is
low.
The tire pressure warning system is not
a substitute for checking normal tire infla-
tion pressure. Check the tire inflation
pressure with a tire pressure gauge regu-
larly.
CAUTION
The warning system may not activate
immediately if bursts or sudden air
leakage should occur.
Tire pressure warning system