coolant temperature TOYOTA CAMRY 2015 XV50 / 9.G Owners Manual

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Instrument cluster
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
Vehicles without a multi-information display
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Average fuel consumption meter
Display change button
P. 7 9
Odometer/trip meter/average fuel consumption display/set speed
P. 79, 183
Engine coolant temperature display/meter light control display
Displays the engine coolant temperature and meter light control.
Outside temperature display
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to
122°F (50°C).
Shift position/shift range display
Displays the currently selected the shift position and shift range.
P. 162
Instrument panel light control button
P. 8 0
Gauges and meters
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782. Instrument cluster
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Vehicles with a multi-information display
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data.
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction ( P. 456)
Outside temperature display
Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to
122°F (50°C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the
ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or lower.
Speedometer
Display change button
P. 7 9
Fuel gauge
Odometer and trip meter display
P. 7 9
Shift position/shift range display
Displays the currently selected the shift position and shift range.
P. 162
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
Instrument panel light control button
P. 8 0
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822. Instrument cluster
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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.
● Vehicle without a multi-information display: The engine may be overheat-
ing if the rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature display is
flashing. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and
check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P. 493)
Vehicle with a multi-information display: 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. 493)

3897-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Be sure the engine switch is off. With the engine switch in the “ON” position,
the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning
is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 398)
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Be sure the engine switch is off. With the engine switch in IGNITION ON
mode, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air condi-
tioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 398)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

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Maintenance and care
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“F” line
“L” line
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
(P. 493)
■ Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
Engine coolant
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4448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air co nditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● The rightmost segment of the en gine coolant temperature display
flashes
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
● Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spon gy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the follow ing symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4588-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the VSC (Vehicle Sta-
bility Control) system.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high
A buzzer also sounds.
 P. 493
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging
system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered
with ice A buzzer also sounds.
 Clean the sensor.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

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When trouble arises
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●Vehicles without a multi-informatio n display: The rightmost segment
of the engine coolant temperature display ( P. 77) is flashing or a
loss of engine power is experienc ed. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
● Vehicles with a multi-information display: The needle of the engine
coolant temperature gauge ( P. 77) enters the red zone or a loss
of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed
does not increase.)
● Vehicles with a multi-information display: “Engine Coolant Temp is
High” is shown on the multi-information display.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficient ly, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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4948-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “F” and “L”
lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Radiator cap
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is unavail-
able.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans oper ate and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the
fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air condition-
ing system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing
temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle in spected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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5049-1. Specifications
CAMRY_U (OM33A86U)Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, \
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under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container label
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oi l you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity (Reference)
2.5 L 4-cylinder (2AR-FE) engine
7.7 qt. (7.3 L, 6.4 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
9.6 qt. (9.1 L, 8.0 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-basednon-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.