automatic transmission TOYOTA CAMRY 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-2. Driving proceduresEngine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 198
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart
key system) ..................... 200
Automatic transmission ..... 205
Turn signal lever................ 211
Parking brake .................... 212
Electric parking brake........ 213
Brake Hold ........................ 217
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 219
Automatic High Beam ....... 223
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 227
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 231
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 235
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 242
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 253
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range ............................... 263
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 276
Cruise control .................... 289
Driving assist systems....... 294 BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) ........................... 300
• BSM function ................. 304
• RCTA function ............... 306
Rear Camera Detection Function........................... 310
Intuitive parking assist ....... 314
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) ..................... 322
Driving mode select switches........................... 343
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .............. 345
5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ............................. 350
Automatic air conditioning system (without “SYNC”
button) ............................. 355
Automatic air conditioning system (with “SYNC”
button) ............................. 361
Seat heaters ...................... 369
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list................. 370
• Interior lights.................. 371
• Personal lights............... 372
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Driving the vehicle ............. 184
Cargo and luggage ........... 192
Vehicle load limits ............. 195
Trailer towing..................... 196
Dinghy towing ................... 197
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 198
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart
key system) ..................... 200
Automatic transmission .................... 205
Turn signal lever................ 211
Parking brake .................... 212
Electric parking brake........ 213
Brake Hold ........................ 217
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 219
Automatic High Beam ....... 223
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 227 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 231
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 235
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 242
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 253
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range............................... 263
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 276
Cruise control .................... 289
Driving assist systems ...... 294
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 300
• BSM function ................ 304
• RCTA function .............. 306
Rear Camera Detection Function .......................... 310
Intuitive parking assist....... 314
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) ..................... 322
Driving mode select switches .......................... 343
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ............. 345

2054-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
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Vehicles without a smart key system:
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position and the brake
pedal depressed
*, shift the shift lever while pushing the shift
release button on the shift knob.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
While the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the
brake pedal depressed
*, shift the shift lever while pushing the
shift release button on the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever while pushing the shift release button on
the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever normally.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the
vehicle is completely stopped and the brake pedal is depressed.
*: For the vehicle be able to be shifted from P, the brake pedal must be depressed before the shift release button is pushed. If the shift
release button is pushed first, the shift lock will not be released.
Automatic transmission
Shifting the shift lever

2084-2. Driving procedures
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■Automatic deactivation of shift ra nge selection in the D position
Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situ-
ations:
● The “+” paddle shift switch is held down for a period of time
● When the vehicle comes to a stop
● If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time
● When the shift lever is shifted to a position other than D
■ S mode
●When the shift range is 7 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets the
shift range to 8.
● To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically
occur.
● To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that automati-
cally selects a higher shift range when the fluid temperature is high.
■ Downshift restriction warning buzzer (S mode or paddle shifting)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.)
■ When driving with dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range or
dynamic radar cruise control or cruise control activated
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control or dynamic
radar cruise control with full speed range or dynamic radar cruise control will
not be canceled.
● While driving in D or S mode, downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4.
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→P. 263, 276, 289)
● When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in the D posi-
tion. (
→P. 343)
■ Restraining sudden star t (Drive-start Control)
→P. 185
■ Shift lock system
The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the engine switch is in the
“ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system), the brake pedal is depressed and the shift
release button is pushed.

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If the shift lever canno t be shifted from P
First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted even though the brake pedal is depressed
and the shift release button is pushed, there may be a problem with the shift
lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK”
position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch off.
Depress the brake pedal.
■ If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even
after shifting the shift lever to S
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when
the shift lever is in D.)
■ AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver per-
formance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in D. (Shifting the
shift lever to the S position or paddle shifting cancels the function.)Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
Press and hold the shift lock override
button and then push the button on the
shift knob.
The shift lever can be shifted while the
both buttons are pressed.
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4246-2. Maintenance
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Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal
• The accelerator pedal shouldmove smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism• When parked on a slope and the
shift lever is in P, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal movesmoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appro-
priate clearance from the floor? (→P. 547)
• Does the brake pedal have the
correct amount of free play? (→P. 547)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one
side when the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effec-
tively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the
brakes are applied.
Head restraints (adjustable type)• Do the head restraints move
smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzersfunction properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake operate normally?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?

4977-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Red)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
(if equipped)
(Yellow)
Brake system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

5468-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific voltage reading at
68° F (20 °C):12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
(When checking the voltage, after turning
the engine switch off, wait for 30 seconds
with the high beam headlights illuminated,
then turn the high beam headlights off and
check the voltage.)
Batteries with vent plugs
Specific gravity reading at
68° F (20 °C):1.25 or higher
If the specific gravity is lower than the stan-
dard value, charge the battery.
Charging rates
Batteries without vent plugs
5 A max.
Batteries with vent plugs
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity*
2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
7.7 qt. (7.3 L, 6.4 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FKS) engine
7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by
vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
AAC disc*
A/C ............................ 350, 355, 361Air conditioning filter ............. 464
Automatic air conditioning
system ....... ................. 355, 361
Manual air conditioning system ......... ....................... 350
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...... 294 Warning light ......................... 497
Air conditioning filter .............. 464
Air conditioning system .................... 350, 355, 361
Air conditioning filter ............. 464
Automatic air conditioning
system ....... ................. 355, 361
Manual air conditioning system ......... ....................... 350
Airbags ....................................... 32 Airbag operating conditions .... 41
Airbag precautions for your child .............................. 35
Airbag warning light .............. 497
Correct driving posture ........... 24
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 41
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................... 38
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 45
General airbag precautions .... 35
Locations of airbags................ 32
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 40
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 41 Side airbag precautions .......... 35
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 41
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 35
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ............... 581
SRS airbags ........................... 32
Alarm .......................................... 74
Anchor brackets ........................ 54
Antennas (smart key system) ............... 149
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) ...................................... 294 Warning light......................... 497
Approach warning ........... 271, 283
Armrest..................................... 393
Assist grips .............................. 393
Audio system
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Automatic air
conditioning system ..... 355, 361 Air conditioning filter ............. 464
Automatic High Beam ............. 223
Automatic light control system.................................... 219
Automatic transmission ......... 205
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 209
Paddle shift switches ............ 207
S mode ................................. 206
AUX port
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Auxiliary boxes ........................ 377
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Safety Connect ........................ 402
Seat belt reminder light........... 500
Seat belts.................................... 26Adjusting the seat belt ............ 27
Automatic Locking Retractor............................... 28
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 52
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ........................ 418
Emergency Locking
Retractor............................... 28
How to wear your seat belt ..... 26
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 28
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 29
Reminder light and buzzer .... 500
Seat belt extender................... 28
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners ............... 579
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 27
SRS warning light ................. 497
Seat heaters ............................. 369
Seating capacity ...................... 195 Seats ......................................... 158
Adjustment............................ 158
Adjustment precautions ........ 159
Child seats/child restraint system installation ................ 52
Cleaning ............................... 417
Folding down the rear seatbacks ........................... 160
Head restraints ..................... 162
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 24
Seat heaters ......................... 369
Sensor Automatic headlight system .......... ...................... 220
Automatic High Beam system .......... ...................... 223
Camera sensor ..................... 237
Inside rear view mirror .......... 167
Intuitive parking assist .......... 314
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering
control) ............................... 253
Radar sensor ........................ 237
Service reminder indicators ................................. 78
Shift lever ................................. 205 Automatic transmission ........ 205
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 209
S mode ................................. 206
Shift lock system ..................... 208
Side airbags ............................... 33
Side marker lights ................... 219 Light switch ........................... 219
Replacing light bulbs................... 475, 480, 483
Wattage ................................ 550
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