Traction TOYOTA CAMRY 2008 XV40 / 8.G User Guide
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452 6-1. Specifications
Tire related termMeaning
Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or
 other materials, that, 
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid 
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that 
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire  A tire designed to operate at higher loads and 
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of 
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-
vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-
tive bands
Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and 
bead
Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the 
cord material in the sidewall
Snow tire A tire that attains a traction index equal to or 
greater than 110, compared to the ASTM-E 
1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when 
using the snow traction test as described in 
ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for 
Signal Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line 
on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which 
is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at 
least one sidewall
Te s t  r i m The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and 
may be any rim listed as appropriate for use 
with that tire 
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioner
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CAL Calibration
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event data recorderELR Emergency Locking Retractor
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcyclopentadiency Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board DiagnosticsSRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System TRAC Traction Control
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control 
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Alphabetical index
Tachometer .............................. 141
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 368
Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 438
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 79
Engine immobilizer system..... 77
Theft prevention labels ............. 81
Tire inflation pressure ............ 344 Tire information
Glossary ................................448
Size .......................................445
Tire identification number ......444
Uniform tire quality grading ...446
Tires Chains ...................................169
Checking ...............................334
If you have a flat tire ..............400
Inflation pressure...................344
Inflation pressure sensor .......336
Replacing ..............................400
Rotating tires .........................334
Size .......................................436
Snow tires .............................169
Spare tire...............................400
Tools .........................................400
Total load capacity...................168
Towing Dinghy towing................181, 182
Trailer towing.........................173
TRAC .........................................162
Traction control........................162
Trip information .......................149
Trip meter .........................141, 149
Trunk Extending a space................. 285
Opener ....................................46
Trunk light
Trunk light ...............................47
Wattage .................................438
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............368
Switch....................................138
Wattage .................................438T 
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472 Alphabetical index
Vanity lightsVanity lights ........................... 276
Wattage ................................. 438
Vanity mirrors........................... 276
Vehicle identification  number ................................... 428
Vehicle stability control........... 162
VSC............................................ 162
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 381
Downshifting.......................... 136
Open door ............................. 384
Seat belt reminder ................. 384
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 382
Brake assist system .............. 382
Brake system ........................ 381
Charging system .... ............... 382
Engine oil maintenance ......... 384
Engine oil pressure ............... 382
Low fuel level ........................ 384
Low tire pressure warning  light ..................................... 384
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 382
Master warning light .............. 384
Open door ............................. 384
Pretensioners ........................ 382
Seat belt reminder light ......... 384
SRS airbags .......................... 382
Traction control ..................... 382
Vehicle stability control.......... 382
Washer fluid .......................... 384 Warning messages
Engine coolant 
temperature ........................ 392
Engine oil maintenance......... 394
Engine oil pressure ............... 392
Hood ..................................... 394
Moon roof .............................. 394
Open door ............................. 394
Parking brake ........................ 394
Smart key system .. ............... 397
Steering lock ......................... 393
Traction control ..................... 393
Trunk ..................................... 394
Vehicle stability control ......... 393
Washer fluid .......................... 394
Washer Checking ............................... 333
Preparing and checking 
before winter ....................... 169
Switch ................................... 157
Washing and waxing ............... 298
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 165
Load limits ............................. 168
Weight ................................... 428
Wheels ...................................... 348
Window glasses  ........................ 68
Window lock switch................... 68
Windows
Power windows ....................... 68
Rear window defogger .......... 199
Washer.................................. 157
Windshield wipers ................... 157
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 353
Wireless remote control .......... 37
WMA disc.................................. 217V
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What to do if...
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Warning lights
P. 384
or
P.  3 8 1P. 384
P.  3 8 2P. 382
P.  3 8 2P. 384
P. 384
or
P.  3 8 2P. 384
P.  3 8 2P. 384
P. 384
or
P.  3 8 2
P.  3 8 4
Brake system warning 
lightTire pressure warning 
light
Low windshield washer fluid level 
warning light
Charging system warn-
ing lightVehicle stability control system and 
traction control 
system warning light
Low engine oil pressure 
warning lightOpen door warning light
Malfunction indicator 
lampLow fuel level warning 
light
Driver’s seat belt 
reminder light
SRS warning lightFront passenger’s seat belt 
reminder light
ABS warning lightMaster warning light
Engine oil replacement 
reminder light
The warning message is 
displayedP. 391If a warning message is displayed