overheating TOYOTA CAMRY 2009 XV40 / 8.G Owners Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
2
When driving
CAUTION
■
Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz-
ard.
●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
● The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be
sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer.
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift
lever or depress the accelerator pedal, which could cause an accident or fire
due to engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly
ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to
death or a serious health hazard.
■ When braking the vehicle
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one
side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking
brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
● If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other
vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the
pedal than usual. Braking distance may also increase.
● Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.
● The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and braking distance
becomes longer.
Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your
brakes fixed immediately.

140 2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.

144 2-2. Instrument cluster
Instrument panel light controlThe brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted. Darker
Brighter
When the headlight switch is
turned to on, the brightness
will be reduced slightly unless
the control dial is turned fully
clockwise.
Odometer, trip meter and outside temperature display
Odometer: Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter: Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the
meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and
display different distances independently.
Outside temperature: Displays the outside temperature.
Automatic transmission shift position indicator lights
→P. 133
Automatic transmission shift range display (if equipped)
→P. 133
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (
→P. 421)

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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
●
In order to maintain efficient engi ne braking and electrical charging
performance, do not use overdrive (automatic transmission) or the
5th gear (manual transmission).
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle's engine may
overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when
driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, immedi ately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
( → P. 421)
● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and the trailer
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P (automatic transmission) or in first or R (manual
transmission). Avoid parking on a sl ope, but if unavoidable, do so
only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and
trailer wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in pl ace, release the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into first or R (manual transmission) or P (automatic
transmission) and turn off the engine.
● When restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in the P position (automatic transmis-
sion) or the clutch pedal (m anual transmission) depressed,
start the engine. On vehicles with an automatic transmission,
be sure to keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into the R position.
Release the parking brake (also brake pedal on vehicles with
automatic transmission), and sl owly pull or back away from
the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.
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3-6. Other interior features
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Interior features
Seat heaters (if equipped)
■The seat heaters can be used 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.
■ When not in use
Turn the seat heater off. The indicator light turns off.
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
Heats the left front seat
Heats the right front seat
The indicator light comes on.

422 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
● Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
● Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(→P. 433)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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468 Alphabetical index
CareExterior .................................. 298
Interior ................................... 300
Seat belts .............................. 301
Cargo capacity ......................... 165
Cargo net .................................. 287
CD changer ............................... 210
CD player .................................. 210
Chains ....................................... 169
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........ 102
Booster seats, installation ..... 106
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 102
Convertible seats, installation ........................... 106
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............97
Infant seats, definition ........... 102
Infant seats, installation......... 106
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ......................... 110
Installing CRS with
seat belts ............................ 107
Installing CRS with top straps .................................. 112
Child safety Airbag precautions ..................92
Battery precautions ....... 332, 419
Child restraint system............ 102
Child-protectors .......................43
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................60
Installing child restraints ........ 106
Moon roof precautions ............73
Power window lock switch.......69
Power window precautions .....70
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 355
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 57
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................63
Seat belt precautions ..............61 Seat heater precautions ........ 281
Trunk precautions ................... 49
Child-protectors ......................... 43
Cleaning Exterior.................................. 298
Interior ................................... 300
Seat belts .............................. 301
Clock ......................................... 277
Compass................................... 293
Condenser ................................ 326
Console box ............................. 268
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 421
Cruise control .......................... 159
Cup holder ................................ 270
Curtain shield airbags ............... 85
Customizable features ............ 454C

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Alphabetical index
Daytime running light
system ................................... 154
Defogger Rear window......................... 199
Side mirror ............................ 199
Dimension ................................ 428
Dinghy towing .................. 181,182
Display Trip information .................... 149
Warning message ................ 391
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 309
Door courtesy light
Door courtesy light ............... 264
Wattage ................................ 438
Doors Door glasses .......................... 69
Door lock .................... 26, 38, 42
Side mirrors ............................ 67
Driver's seat belt reminder light ........................................ 384
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 118
Correct posture....................... 83
Procedures ........................... 116
Winter driving tips ................. 169
Electronic key If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 415
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ..... 381
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 391
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 415
If the engine will not start...... 411
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 413
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 417
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 381
If you have a flat tire ............ 400 If you lose your keys .............414
If you think something is
wrong ..................................377
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................424
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................374
If your vehicle overheats .......421
Engine Compartment ........................316
Engine switch ................126, 130
Hood......................................313
How to start the engine .........................126, 130
Identification number .............428
If the engine will not start ......411
Ignition switch................126, 130
Overheating...........................421
Engine compartment cover.....318
Engine coolant Capacity ................................433
Checking ...............................325
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................169
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................141
Engine immobilizer system.......78
Engine oil Capacity ................................431
Checking ...............................319
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................169
Engine oil maintenance data .........................................323
Engine switch light ..................264
Event data recorder .................379D
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472 Alphabetical index
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 309
General maintenance ............ 305
Maintenance data.................. 428
Maintenance requirements.... 303
Manual air conditioning system .................................... 194
Manual transmission Manual transmission ............. 137
Meter
Instrument panel light control ................................. 144
Meters ................................... 141
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............65
Side mirror heater ................. 199
Side mirrors .............................67
Vanity mirrors ........................ 276
Moon roof ...................................71
MP3 disc ................................... 217
Multi-information display .................................... 149 Odometer .......................... 141, 149
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 319
Opener Fuel filler door ......................... 74
Hood ..................................... 313
Trunk ....................................... 47
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding............... 67
Outside temperature display ............................ 141, 149
Overheating, Engine ................ 421MO