key TOYOTA CAMRY 2011 XV50 / 9.G Service Manual
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When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............  122
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart 
key system)....................  133
Engine (ignition) switch  (vehicles without smart 
key system)....................  137
Automatic transmission ....  140
Manual transmission ........  144
Turn signal lever ..............  146
Parking brake ...................  147
Horn .................................  149
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters .........  150
Indicators and warning lights ..............................  154
Multi-information  display............................  158
2-3. Operating the lights  and wipers
Headlight switch ...............  162
Fog light switch ................  167
Windshield wipers and  washer ...........................  168 2-4. Using other driving 
systems
Cruise control ...................  170
Driving assist systems .....  174
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ..........  179
Vehicle load limits ............  182
Winter driving tips ............  183
Trailer towing ...................  187
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) .................  195
Dinghy towing (manual  transmission) .................  196 
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When driving
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Parking the vehicle
Automatic transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 147)
Shift the shift lever to P. ( P. 140)
When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.
Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and stop the
engine.
Vehicles without  smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
Manual transmission
With the clutch pedal fully depressed, depress the brake
pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 147)
Shift the shift lever to N. ( P. 144)
When parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R. If necessary,
block the wheels.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5 
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When driving
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart key system)
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic
key on your person starts the en gine or changes “ENGINE START
STOP” switch modes.
■ Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green. If the
indicator does not turn green, the engine cannot be started.
Press the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
The engine will crank until it
starts or for up to 25 seconds,
whichever is less. If you press
and hold the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch, the engine will
keep cranking for about 30
seconds maximum.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started.
The engine can be started
from any mode.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4 
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When driving
■
Steering lock release
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 82)
■ When the “ENGINE START STOP” sw itch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Auto power OFF function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the
shift lever in P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically turn
OFF.
■ Key battery depletion
P.  3 4
■ When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 406
■ Conditions affecting operation
P.  3 2
■ Note for the entry function
P.  3 5
Make sure that the steering wheel lock is
released.
To release the steering wheel lock, gently
turn the wheel left or right while pressing
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
If the steering wheel lock does not
release, the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator will flash green. 
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When driving
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system)
■Starting the engine
Automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start
the engine.
Manual transmission Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start
the engine.
■ Changing engine switch mode
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: The key can be
removed only when the shift
lever is in “P”.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can
be used.
“START”
For starting the engine.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4 
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■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
■ Steering lock release
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 82)
■ Key reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the key is in the “LOCK”
position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the
key only to the “ACC” position.
Shift the shift lever to N (manual
transmission) or P (automatic
transmission). ( P. 140, 144)
Push in the key and turn to the
“LOCK” position.STEP1
STEP2
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly in either
direction. 
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NOTICE
■
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the key in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long periods if the
engine is not running.
■ When starting the engine
●Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the
starter and wiring systems.
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately. 
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Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■Shifting the shift lever
Vehicles with smart key system:
While the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION
ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
Vehicles without smart key system:
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, depress the
brake pedal and move the shift lever.
 
: If equipped 
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Tur n signal lever
■Turn signals can be operated when
Vehicles with smart key system 
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system 
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ If the indicators flash  faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or  rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
Right turn
Left turn
Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.
The right hand signal will flash
until you release the lever.
Move and hold the lever
partway to signal a lane
change.
The left hand signal will flash
until you release the lever. 
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2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters
Vehicles with multi-information display
Vehicles with smart key system: The following gauges, meters and
displays illuminate when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system: The following gauges, meters
and displays illuminate when the en gine switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed.
Multi-informat ion display
P. 158
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.