TOYOTA CAMRY 2013 XV50 / 9.G Quick Reference Guide
Manufacturer: TOYOTA, Model Year: 2013, Model line: CAMRY, Model: TOYOTA CAMRY 2013 XV50 / 9.GPages: 32, PDF Size: 1.91 MB
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
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Hood release
Pull up latch and raise hood
Pull
NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, 
Check Engine â
â indicator may illuminate.
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Windshield washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help  extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer 
to the âWarranty Maintenance Guide.â
Engine maintenance
4 cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
4-3. Do-it -yourself  maintenanc e
6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine
Brightness control
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission
* The âENGINE START STOPâ/ignition switch must be âONâ and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to âSâ position from âDâ position.  
+:  Upshifting
   
-:  Downshifting
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. 
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift 
lever in the âDâ position.
âSâ (Sequential) mode
Steering lock release
Smart Key system*
Parking brake
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
N
âSâ mode
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or 
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Vehicles without Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from âONâ to âACCâ or âLOCKâ and  driverâs door is opened.
Vehicles with Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the âENGINE START STOPâ switch is set to OFF and driverâs  door is opened.
Refer to the  Ownerâs Manual  for more details. 
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
* Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the 
âENGINE START STOPâ switch. If the lock does 
not release, the Smart Key system indicator   
will flash quickly (green). 
+ (âSâ mode)
- (âSâ mode)
+ (âSâ mode)- (âSâ mode)
Paddle shift switches Shift lever
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* The âENGINE START STOPâ/ignition switch must be âONâ and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to âSâ position from âDâ position.  
+:  Upshifting
   
-:  Downshifting
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. 
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift 
lever in the âDâ position.
Steering lock release
Turn
Turn
Smart Key system*
Without Smart Key system
Push
Turn
Parking brake
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or 
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Vehicles without Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from âONâ to âACCâ or âLOCKâ and 
driverâs door is opened.
Vehicles with Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the âENGINE START STOPâ switch is set to OFF and driverâs  door is opened.
Refer to the  Ownerâs Manual  for more details. 
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Lock release lever
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
* Gently turn steering wheel while pressing the 
âENGINE START STOPâ switch. If the lock does 
not release, the Smart Key system indicator   
will flash quickly (green). 
Angle
Length
- (âSâ mode)
+ (âSâ mode)
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Moonroof (if equipped)
Sliding operationTilting operation
OpenTiltCloseClose
Recommended driving position 
to minimize wind noise.
Seat adjustments-Front
Manual seat
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only) 
Seatback angle
Seat position, cushion angle (driver side only) and height (driver side only)
Lumbar support (driver side only)
Seat adjustments-Rear
Refer to the Ownerâs Manual  for more details.
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release button
Windows-Power
Power windows
Up
Down
Driver sideWindow lock switch
Automatic operation (driverâs window only)  Push the switch completely down 
or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window 
partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch  Deactivates all passenger windows. Driverâs window remains 
operable. 
Push once to open; moonroof will automatically stop at the recommended 
position. Push again to open completely.
Push once to open partway; 
again to open completely.
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Tilting operation
Seat adjustments-Front
Manual seatPower seat
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side only) 
Seatback angle
Seat position, cushion angle (driver side only) and height (driver side only)
Lumbar support (driver side only)
Seat adjustments-Rear
Pull
Fold down
Refer to the  Ownerâs Manual  for more details.
Automatic operation (driverâs window only)  Push the switch completely down 
or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window 
partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch  Deactivates all passenger windows. Driverâs window remains 
operable. 
Push once to open; moonroof will automatically stop at the recommended 
position. Push again to open completely.
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Power outlets-12V DC
Front console
The âENGINE START STOPâ switch/ignition switch must be in the âACCâ or âONâ 
position for use.
Center console (if equipped)
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
Front fog lights (if equipped)
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after 30-second  delay, or lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Parking lights
Windshield wipers & washers
Adjust frequency*
Pull to wash and wipeSingle wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
  Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.
Type A
Type B
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Type B
Type A
Parking lights
1  The right hand signals will flash 3 times.2  The left hand signals will flash 3 times.
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The âENGINE START STOPâ switch/ignition switch must be in the âACCâ or âONâ 
position for use.
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after 30-second  delay, or lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Parking lights
Right turn
Lane change
1
Lane change2
Left turn High beam 
flasher
Auto
DRL OFF
Turn
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Type B
Type A
Headlights
Parking lights
DRL OFF
Low beam
1  The right hand signals will flash 3 times.2  The left hand signals will flash 3 times.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Cruise control
1  The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Turning system ON/OFF
Functions
System ON/OFF
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Garage door opener (HomeLinkÂŽ)*
(if equipped)
3-5.  Other  interior feature s
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLinkÂŽ* can be 
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc\
.
Refer to âGarage door opener,â Section 3-5 in the  Ownerâs Manual for more 
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
ÂŽ at 1-800-355-3515, or visit 
http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLinkÂŽ is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Set
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)(if equipped)
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions:
⢠The Blind Spot Monitor function (assists the driver in decision-making when  changing lanes)
⢠The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function (assists the driver when backing up) 
The system uses radar sensors to detect vehicles that are traveling in the area 
that is not reflected in the outside rearview mirror (the blind spot), and advises 
the driver of the vehiclesâ existence via the outside rearview mirror indicator.
Refer to the  Ownerâs Manual for more details on this system before attempting 
to use it.
Clock
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1  The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Increase speed
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLinkÂŽ* can be 
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc\
.
Refer to âGarage door opener,â Section 3-5 in the  Ownerâs Manual for more 
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
ÂŽ at 1-800-355-3515, or visit 
http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLinkÂŽ is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)(if equipped)
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions:
⢠The Blind Spot Monitor function (assists the driver in decision-making when  changing lanes)
⢠The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function (assists the driver when backing up) 
The system uses radar sensors to detect vehicles that are traveling in the area 
that is not reflected in the outside rearview mirror (the blind spot), and advises 
the driver of the vehiclesâ existence via the outside rearview mirror indicator.
Refer to the  Ownerâs Manual for more details on this system before attempting 
to use it.
System ON/OFF
Clock
Cloc k
H-Hour set
M-Minute set
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Automatic Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake and 
fan to adjust automatically.
Temperature selector (driver side)
Temperature selector (passenger side)
âDUALâ button
Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passengers.
Indicator OFF:  Synchronized temperature settings for driver and passengers.
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Outside rearview mirror/Rear defogger
Airflow vent
  In â
â or ââ mode, use fresh air (ââ indicator OFF)  to reduce window 
fogging.
Windshield airflow/defogger
Fan speed
Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF)
Climate control OFF
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/HeatingManual Air Conditioning
Fan speed
Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF)
Windshield airflow/defogger
Outside rearview mirror*/Rear defogger
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Use fresh air to quickly cool interior, then change to recirculate for cooler air.
Select for maximum cooling. Air intake will automatically be set to recirculate. 
It is  not possible to change intake to fresh, or to turn A/C OFF in this mode.\
Temperature selector
Airflow vent
In â     â mode, use fresh air (â     â indicator OFF)  to reduce window fogging. 
â
â mode uses fresh air only.
* If equipped
Seat heaters (if equipped)
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