traction control TOYOTA CAMRY 2008 XV40 / 8.G Owners Manual

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CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ-
ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi-
cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you,
your occupants or others.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis-
tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addi-
tion, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be
fatal to children.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
Driving assist systems
When VSC and TRAC are operating
If the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping or the front wheels spin, the
indicator flashes to indicate that
VSC/TRAC have been engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-
tems operate automatically in res ponse to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too h eavily when operating the vehicle.
■ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Restrains the vehicle from slipping when driving on slick road surfaces
or in the event of sudden braking.
■Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
■VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) (if equipped)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
■TRAC (Traction Control) (if equipped)
Maintains drive power and prevents the front wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads.

362 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
20 EFI NO.310 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
21 EFI NO.2 15 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
22 S-HORN 7.5 A Horn
23 A/F 20 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
24 MPX-B 10 A Gauges and meters
25 EFI NO.1 10 ATheft deterrent system, smart key
system, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, electronic throttle
control system
26 HORN 10 A Horns
27 H-LP(RL) 15 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
28 H-LP(LL) 15 A Left-hand headlight (low beam)
29 H-LP(RH) 15 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
30 H-LP(LH) 15 A Left-hand headlight (high beam)
31 HTR 50 A Air conditioning system
32 ABS NO.1 50 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, traction con-
trol system, brake assist system
33 FAN MAIN 50 A Electric cooling fans
34 ABS NO.2 30 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, traction con-
trol system, brake assist system
35 RR DEF 50 ARear window defogger, “MIR HTR”
fuse
36 RR PWR SEAT 30 A No circuit
FuseAmpereCircuit

364 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Under the instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 RR DOOR RH 25 A Rear right power window
2 RR DOOR LH 25 A Rear left power window
3 FUEL OPN 7.5 A No circuit
4 FR FOG 15 A Front fog lights
5 OBD 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
6 ECU-B NO.2 7.5 A No circuit
7 STOP 10 A Stop lights, high mounted stop-
light, shift lock control system, mul-
tiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, main body ECU, anti-lock
brake system, vehicle stability con-
trol system, traction control system,
brake assist system, electronic
throttle control system
8 TI&TE 30 A No circuit
9 AM1 7.5 A Starting system, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Vehicle stability control syst
em and traction control
system warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the VSC system or TRAC sys-
tem.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speci-
fied government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times
as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions
of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due
to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
■ Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C,
and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled cond itions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking
(straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turn-
ing) traction.
■ Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, represent-
ing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to
dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speci-
fied indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead
to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labo-
ratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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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

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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