maintenance TOYOTA CAMRY CNG 2000 User Guide

’00CAMRY CNG (L/O9908)
1732000 CAMRY CNG (OM33519U)
DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level174 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the engine coolant level 175. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking brake fluid176 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking power steering fluid177 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking tire pressure178 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing tires179 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rotating tires180 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing snow tires and chains180 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing wheels181 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7− 2

’00CAMRY CNG (L/O9908)
1832000 CAMRY CNG (OM33519U)
DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Electrical components
Checking battery condition184 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery recharging precautions185 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing fuses186 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding washer fluid187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing light bulbs187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7− 3

’00CAMRY CNG (L/O9908)
i2000 CAMRY CNG (OM33519U)
Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value−conscious people who drive Toyotas. We
are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we
build.
This Owner ’s Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and
follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized Toyota CNG dealer knows
your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide
quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
Please leave this Owner ’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next
owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of
printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of continual product improve-
ment, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
©1999 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in
part, without the written permission of Toyota Motor Corporation.

’00CAMRY CNG (L/O9908)
2000 CAMRY CNG (OM33519U)
Publication No. OM33519U
Part No. 01999-33519
Printed in Japan 01−9908−00
CNG (U)
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 66. . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 150. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break−in period 112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 126. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
Compressed natural gas
See page 112 for detailed information.
Service pressure:
24800 kPa (3600 psig)
Equivalent gasoline capacity:
43 L (11.4 gal., 9.5 lmp. gal.)
Water volume:
135 L (35.7 gal., 29.7 lmp. gal.)
See page 114 for detailed information.
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, “Energy−Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
is recommended.
See page 174 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid D−II or DEXRONIII (DEXRONII)
Tire information: See pages 178 through 181.
Tire pressure: See page 201.
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’00CAMRY CNG (L/O9908)
ii2000 CAMRY CNG (OM33519U)
New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota
limited warranties:
 New vehicle warranty
 Emission control systems warranty
 Others
For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s
Manual Supplement”.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner ’s responsibility to make sure that the
specified maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives de-
tails of these maintenance requirements. Also included
in Section 6 is general maintenance. For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner ’s
Manual Supplement”.
Accessories, spare parts and
modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accesso-
ries for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the
market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their perfor-
mance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they
may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on,
your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non−genuine
Toyota products. Modification with non−genuine Toyota
products could affect its performance, safety or durabili-
ty, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from
the modification may not be covered under warranty.