steering TOYOTA CAMRY 2008 XV40 / 8.G Workshop Manual

306 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be held securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes • Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel • Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

310 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
ItemsParts and tools
Fuses ( P. 357)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Power steering fluid
level ( P. 328)• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
 II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser (P. 326) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 344) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 333) • Water washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel

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Engine compar tment
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
Power steering fluid
reservoir (P. 328)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 320)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 319)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 327)Fuse box ( P. 357)
Battery ( P. 330)
Radiator ( P. 326)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 326)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 333)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 325)

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4
Maintenance and care
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Power steering fluid
reservoir (
P. 328)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 320)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 319)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 327)Fuse box ( P. 357)
Battery ( P. 330)
Radiator ( P. 326)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 326)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 333)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 325)

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Power steering fluid■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 minutes, or slightly longer in cold temperatures. (Fluid tem-
perature, 140 F - 175F [60C - 80 C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50 F - 85F [10C - 30C])
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.

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4
Maintenance and care
■
Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the reservoir cap by turning it counterclockwise and
wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the reservoir cap.
Remove the reservoir cap again and look at the fluid level.
Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III
Items Rag or paper towel and funnel (only for adding
fluid)
CAUTION
■
Checking the fluid level
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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4
Maintenance and care
4 RR FOG
10 A No circuit
5 FR DEF 15 A No circuit
6 AM2 7.5 A Starting system
7 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
8 MAYDAY/TEL 7.5 A No circuit
9 E-ACM 10 A No circuit
10 ETCS 10 A Electronic throttle control system
11 HAZ 15 A Turn signal lights
12 IG2 20 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, starting system, “GAUGE
NO.2” and “IGN” fuses
13 STR LOCK 20 A Steering lock system
14 DOME 10 AGauges and meters, vanity lights,
trunk light, engine switch light, door
courtesy lights, interior light, per-
sonal lights, clock, smart key sys-
tem
15 ECU-B NO.1 10 A Wireless remote control system,
front passenger occupant classifi-
cation system, main body ECU,
vehicle stability control system
16 RADIO NO.1 15 A Audio system, navigation system
17 DOOR NO.1 25 A Main body ECU
18 AMP 25 A Audio system
19 EFI MAIN 30 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronic throttle control
system, “EFI NO.2”, and “EFI
NO.3” fuses
FuseAmpereCircuit

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Maintenance and care
10 A/C
7.5 A Air conditioning system
11 PWR 25 A Power windows
12 DOOR NO.2 25 A Main body ECU
13 S/ROOF 30 A Electric moon roof
14 TAIL 15 AFront side marker lights, tail lights,
rear side marker lights, license
plate lights, front turn signal/park-
ing lights
15 PANEL 7.5 ANavigation system, seat heaters,
emergency flashers, air condition-
ing system, audio system, clock,
glove box light, instrument panel
lights, steering switches
16 ECU IG NO.1 10 A Main body ECU, electric moon
roof, tire pressure warning system,
electric cooling fans, auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror
17 ECU IG NO.2 7.5 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, traction con-
trol system, brake assist system,
shift lock control system, auto-
matic transmission, cruise control
system
18 A/C NO.2 10 AAir conditioning system, rear win-
dow defogger
19 WASH 10 A Windshield wipers and washer
20 S-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
21 GAUGE NO.1 10 A Emergency flashers, back-up
lights, charging system
22 WIP 25 A Windshield wipers and washer
23 H-LP LVL 7.5 A No circuit
FuseAmpereCircuit

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24 INJ15 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, starting system
25 IGN 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, theft deterrent system,
SRS airbag system, steering lock
system, front passenger occupant
classification system, smart key
system, electronic throttle control
system
26 GAUGE NO.2 7.5 A Gauges and meters, multi-informa-
tion display, clock
27 ECU-ACC 7.5 A Clock, main body ECU, shift lock
control system, outside rear view
mirror, smart key system
28 CIG 20 A Power outlet
29 PWR OUTLET 20 A Power outlet
30 RADIO NO.2 7.5 A Audio system, navigation system
31 MIR HTR 10 A Outside rear view mirror defoggers
32 POWER 30 A Power windows
33 P/SEAT 30 A Power seats
■ After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb
may need replacing. ( P. 368)
● If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
■ If there is an overload in the circuits
The fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.
FuseAmpereCircuit

376 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck from the rearAutomatic transmission: Use a
towing dolly under the front
wheels.
Manual transmissions: We rec-
ommend to use a towing dolly
under the front wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to “ACC”
position and shift the shift lever to
N.
Using a flat bed truckIf you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
NOTICE
■ To prevent causing serious dama ge to the transmission
(automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle (manual transmission)
Do not tow the vehicle when the engine switch is in “LOCK” position or key
removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.