wiper fluid TOYOTA CAMRY 2014 XV50 / 9.G Owners Manual

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
■
The windshield wiper and washers can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with a smart key system: The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.

204 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
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
2
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.

432 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors/trunk • Do the doors and trunk operate
smoothly?
Engine hood • Does the engine hood lock sys-
tem work properly?
Fluid leaks • There should not be any signs of
fluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.
Tires • Is the tire inflation pressure cor-
rect?
• The tires should not be dam- aged or excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance
schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers • The wiper blades should not show
any signs of cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield without streaking or
skipping.
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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Alphabetical index
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 505
Downshifting ................. 160, 166
Electric power steering system................................ 506
Open door ............................ 508
Seat belt reminder ................ 508
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ......... 506
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 506
Brake assist system ............. 506
Brake system........................ 505
Charging system .... .............. 506
Cruise control indicator
light .................................... 506
Electric power steering system................................ 506
Engine coolant temperature........................ 506
Engine oil pressure............... 506
Low fuel level........................ 508
Maintenance reminder light .................................... 508
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 506
Open door ............................ 508
Pretensioners ....................... 506
Seat belt reminder light ........ 508
Slip indicator ......................... 506
Smart key system ... .............. 512
SRS airbags ......................... 506
Tire pressure warning light .................................... 508
Washer fluid ......................... 508 Washer
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................229
Refilling .................................453
Switch....................................200
Washing and waxing ...............420
Weight Cargo capacity ......................224
Load limits .............................228
Weight ...................................552
Wheels ......................................464
Window glasses ........................84
Window lock switch ...................84
Windows
Power windows .......................84
Rear window defogger ..........253
Washer ..................................200
Windshield wipers ...................200
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............469
Wireless remote control ..........49
WMA disc ..................................280W