washer fluid TOYOTA CAMRY 2008 XV40 / 8.G Owners Manual

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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When driving
Windshield wipers and washer
■The windshield wiper and washers can be operated when
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in “ON” position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when
“INT” is selected).
Intermittent windshield
wiper interval adjustment
(increase)
Intermittent windshield
wiper interval adjustment
(decrease)
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Wash/wipe operation
Wipers operate automatically.

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NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the connections.
(
P. 330)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 327)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 325)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 319)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? ( P. 328)
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 326)
Washer fluid At the correct level? ( P. 333)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recomme nded that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

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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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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Washer fluid
Add washer fluid in the following
situations.
●Any washer does not work.
● The low washer fluid warning
light comes on. (if equipped)
● The warning message
appears on the multi-informa-
tion display. (if equipped)
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
CAUTION
■When refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

384 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Indicates that a door or the
trunk is not fully closed. Check that all doors and the
trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning
light Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 2.8 gal. (10.5
L, 2.3 lmp. gal.) or less Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt. Fasten the seat belt.
(On the center panel) Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his or her
seat belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
Low windshield washer
fluid warning light (vehi-
cles without multi-infor-
mation display) Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Indicates that the
trunk is not fully
closed.
A buzzer sounds to
indicate that the trunk
is not fully closed (with
the vehicle having
reached a speed of 3
mph [5 km/h]). Close the trunk.
Indicates that the
moon roof is not fully
closed (with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch OFF
[vehicles with smart
key system] or the
engine switch OFF
[vehicles without
smart key system],
and the driver's door
open).
A buzzer also sounds. Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the
parking brake is still
engaged with the
vehicle having
reached a speed of
more than 3 mph (5
km/h).
A buzzer also sounds. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low.
A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure