TOYOTA CAMRY 2000 Service Repair Manual

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CHASSIS
The new Camry chassis provides outstanding steering stability and is built and laid out basically the same as the
previous model. However its excellent drivability, and comfort are further achieved through the improvement of
various components, also excellent stability is realized.
MAJOR COMPONENTS

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BODY
A crash impact absorbing structure for side collisions is adopted in addition to that for frontal and rear collisions. The body
is made highly rigid and lightweight through the optimized allocation of materials and the generous application of
high±strength sheet steel, etc. Furthermore, the vehicle creates less noise and vibration through the use of advanced noise
insulation technology, and the application of anti±corrosion sheet steel produces a highly rust±resistant body.

Body Shell

Impact Absorbing Structure for Side Collision

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EXTERIOR
STYLING
Based on the ªyouthful, elegant, and sporty sedanº design concept, the new Camry has realized a design taste that
features a sharp surface quality. In addition to this unique character, the new model keeps up with the trend with its
longer wheel base and a cab±forward configuration.

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EXTERIOR
EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
 BUMPER
The Super Olefin Polymer, a material that is light, scratch resistant and highly recyclable, has been adopted in the
front bumper.
Urethane bumper has been adopted for the rear bumper for weight reduction.

 LIGHTS
1. Front Lights
The headlight, parking light, and turn signal light
have been concentrated to improve the visibility
from other vehicles, while also reducing weight.
The headlight uses HB2 (H4) type bulb to provide
excellent night±time visibility.
A light auto turn±off system is standard
equipment for all models.
The daytime running light system is standard
equipment on models for Canada.

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EXTERIOR
2. Rear Lights
The rear combination light has adopted a
construction in which the light extends to the end
of the lens. Thus, as a result of expanding the
effective luminance area, the visibility from
other vehicles has been improved.
The light diffusion characteristic of the back±up
light has been revised to improve further
visibility when backing up at night.
 MOON ROOF
A power tilt±up and sliding moon roof is optional equipment for LE and XLE grade models. A one±touch slide±open
function is added.
 WINDSHIELD GLASS AND WINDOW GLASS
The front windshield, the rear window, and all door windows use the type of glass that dramatically shuts out ultraviolet
and infrared rays. As a result, sunburns from ultraviolet rays and heat from infrared rays have been reduced and reduction
of heat load to the air conditioning system.

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INTERIOR
CABIN
The new Camry's interior design expresses youthfulness while pursuing functionality and rational performance.
By lowering the center of gravity of its form, the instrument panel provides a sense of freedom both in the
fore±and±aft and side±to±side directions.
The door trim design with generous application of fabric provides a sense of continuity from the instrument panel.
Trims and garnishes have been allocated with safety in mind.

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INTERIOR
 SEATS
1. Front Seat
Genuine leather seats are available as an option on the LE and XLE grade models.
Power seats are available as an option on the LE grade model and as standard equipment on the XLE grade model.
2. Rear Seat
Built±in CRS (Child Restraint System) is available as an option on all models.

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INTERIOR
 SEAT BELTS
1. Front Seat Belts
3±point ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor)
seat blets are provided. The passenger seat is
additionally provided with an ALR
(Auto±Locking Retractor) mechanism.
An adjustable shoulder belt anchor is provided on
all models.
2. Rear Seat Belts
In addition to those on the outer seats, a 3±point ELR with ALR seat blet is provided for the center seat.

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INTERIOR
 TRIM AND GARNISH
The door trim design is adapted to the side collision impact absorbing structure. Impact energy absorbing ribs and
high impact absorbing material are used at the inside of door trim.
The front pillar garnish and the center pillar garnish provide an impact±absorbing structure consisting of internal
ribs that dampen the impact.

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INTERIOR
INSTRUMENT PANEL, SWITCH LAYOUT AND EQUIPMENT
While maintaining continuity with the door trims and the console, the instrument panel provides a form with a
lowered center of gravity to emphasize a sense of freedom.
The unique, compact meter hood expresses a sense of sportiness.
The frequently used audio system has been located above the heater control panel, thus improving its ease of use.