check engine light TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2008 XV40 / 8.G Owners Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
4
Trunk features ....................  263
Garage door opener ...........  264
Compass ............................  269
4-1. Maintenance and care......  274 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ...........  274
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle interior ............  276
4-2. Maintenance .....................  279 Maintenance requirements ....................  279
General maintenance .........  281
Emission inspection and  maintenance (I/M) 
programs ..........................  284
4-3. Do-it-yourself  maintenance ...................  285
Do-it-yourself service  precautions ......................  285
Hood...................................  288
Positioning the jack ............  289
Engine compartment ..........  291
12-volt battery ....................  300
Tires ...................................  304
Tire inflation pressure.........  313
Wheels ...............................  317
Air conditioning filter ...........  319
Key battery .........................  322
Checking and replacing  fuses ................................  325
Light bulbs ..........................  336 5-1. Essential information .......  342
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................  342
If you think something is  wrong ................................  345
Event data recorder ............  346
5-2. Steps to take in an  emergency ......................  348
If a warning light turns on  or a warning buzzer 
sounds... ..........................  348
If a warning message is  displayed ..........................  357
If you have a flat tire ...........  368
If the hybrid system will  not start ............................  377
If the shift lever cannot be  shifted from P ...................  379
If you lose your keys ...........  380
If the electronic key does  not operate properly .........  381
If the vehicle’s 12-volt  battery is discharged ........  384
If your vehicle overheats.....  388
If the vehicle becomes  stuck .................................  392
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises 
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122 2-1. Driving procedures
■For efficient use
●Put the shift lever into D when driving
In the N position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be
generated. The hybrid battery (traction battery) will be discharged requir-
ing unnecessary engine power to recharge.
● Drive your vehicle smoothly
Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration. Gradual acceleration and
deceleration will make more effective use of the electric motor (traction
motor) without having to use gasoline engine power.
● Avoid repeated acceleration
Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid battery (traction battery) power,
resulting in poor acceleration. Battery power can be restored by driving
with the accelerator pedal slightly released.
● Put the shift lever into P when parking
In the N position, the hybrid battery (traction battery) does not recharge.
Leaving the shift lever in N for an extended period of the time may dis-
charge the hybrid battery. The vehicle cannot run if the hybrid battery is
discharged.
■ Normal characteristics after  turning off the hybrid system
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear
sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is because a
fuel evaporation leakage check is performed. it does not indicate a malfunc-
tion. 
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126 2-1. Driving procedures
CAUTION
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.
● Sudden changes in braking force, such as engine braking and regenera-
tive braking caused by shifting the shift lever to the B position, may cause
the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
● After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in
an accident.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
■ When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not race the engine.
If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N the vehicle may accelerate
suddenly and unexpectedly, and may cause an accident.
● Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system on for a long time.
If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space
and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.
● Always keep a foot on the brake pedal while the hybrid system is operating
to prevent an accident caused by the vehicle moving. 
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Maintenance and care4
273
4-1. Maintenance and care ...............................  274
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle exterior.........  274
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle interior..........  276
4-2. Maintenance ...................  279 Maintenance requirements ..................  279
General maintenance.......  281
Emission inspection and  maintenance (I/M) 
programs........................  284 4-3. Do-it-yourself 
maintenance .................  285
Do-it-yourself service  precautions ....................  285
Hood ................................  288
Positioning the jack ..........  289
Engine compartment ........  291
12-volt battery ..................  300
Tires .................................  304
Tire inflation pressure ......  313
Wheels .............................  317
Air conditioning filter.........  319
Key battery .......................  322
Checking and replacing  fuses ..............................  325
Light bulbs........................  336 
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When trouble arises
385
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Avoiding a discharged 12-volt battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is
turned off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. ( P. 301)
● The tire pressure warning system must be initialized. ( P. 305)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the gaso-
line engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery of
your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “POWER” switch
OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of  the second vehicle and turn
the “POWER” switch to ON mode, then start the hybrid sys-
tem.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
does not comes on, contact your Toyota dealer.
Once the hybrid system has  started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the hybrid system starts,  have the vehicle checked at your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6 
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431
Alphabetical index
“ECO HEAT/COOL” switch .... 174
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 381
Electric power steering........... 158
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ..... 348
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 357
If the electronic key does not  operate properly ................. 381
If the hybrid system  will not start ........................ 377
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ..................... 379
If the vehicle has discharged  12-volt battery .................... 384
If the warning buzzer  sounds ............................... 348
If you have a flat tire  ............ 368
If you lose your keys............. 380
If you think something is  wrong ................................. 345
If your vehicle becomes  stuck................................... 392
If your vehicle needs to be 
towed ................................. 342
If your vehicle overheats ...... 388
Engine
Compartment........................ 291
Engine switch  ...................... 131
Hood ..................................... 288
How to start the hybrid system ..................... 131
Identification number ............ 396
Ignition switch ....................... 131
If the hybrid system  will not start ........................ 377
Overheating .......................... 388
Power switch ........................ 131 Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................401
Checking ...............................296
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................166
Engine coolan t temperature 
gauge ......................................139
Engine oil
Capacity ................................400
Checking ...............................292
Preparing and checking before winter .......................166
Engine oil maintenance  data .........................................294
Engine switch ...........................131
EPS ............................................158
Event data recorder .................346
Floor mat...................................262
Fluid Brake .....................................298
Washer ..................................299
Front passenger occupant  classification system ............101
Front passenger's seat belt 
reminder light.........................351
Front seats Adjustment ..............................56
Front side marker lights Wattage .................................405
Front turn signal lights
Wattage .................................405
Fuel Capacity ................................398
Fuel gauge ............................139
Gas station information .........440
Information ............................406
Refueling .................................79
Type ......................................406
Fuel economy meter ................139
Fuel door.....................................79
Fuel filler door ............................79
Fuses.........................................325E
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434 Alphabetical index
SeatsAdjustment ..............................56
Adjustment precautions........... 57
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 110
Cleaning ................................ 276
Head restraint..........................59
Properly sitting in the seat .......87
Seat heaters .......................... 259
Service reminder  indicators .............................. 142
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................. 379
Transmission ......................... 135
Shift lock system ..................... 379
Side airbags................................89
Side marker lights Replacing lights bulbs ........... 336
Switch.................................... 149
Wattage ................................. 405
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ...............72
Smart key system Entry function ..........................36
Starting the hybrid system..... 131
Spare tire Inflation pressure................... 313
Spare tire............................... 368
Spark plug ................................ 401
Specifications........................... 396
Speedometer ............................ 139
Steering Column lock release.............. 133
Steering wheel
Adjustment ..............................69
Air conditioning system switches .............................. 179
Audio switches ...................... 211
Stop lights Wattage ................................. 405
Storage feature......................... 247
Storage precautions ................164 Stuck
If your vehicle becomes 
stuck ................................... 392
Sun visors ................................ 253
Sunshade Roof ........................................ 77
Switch “ECO HEAT/COOL” switch ... 174
Engine switch  ....................... 131
Ignition switch ....................... 131
Light switches ....................... 149
Power door lock switch ........... 50
Power switch ......................... 131
Power window switch .............. 74
Window lock switch ................. 74
Wiper and washer switch ...... 153
Tachometer .............................. 139
Tail lights Switch ................................... 149
Wattage................................. 405
Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ................. 84
Theft prevention labels ............. 86
Tire inflation pressure ............. 313
Tire information Glossary ................................ 415
Size ....................................... 412
Tire identification number...... 411
Uniform tire quality grading ... 413
Tires
Chains ................................... 166
Checking ............................... 304
If you have a flat tire.............. 368
Inflation pressure .................. 313
Inflation pressure sensor....... 305
Replacing .............................. 368
Rotating tires ......................... 304
Size ....................................... 404
Snow tires ............................. 166
Spare tire .............................. 368
Tools ......................................... 368
Total load capacity .................. 165
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435
Alphabetical index
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 171
Trailer towing ........................ 170
TRAC ........................................ 158
Traction control ....................... 158
Transmission ........................... 135 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 379
Transmission ........................ 135
Trip information....................... 145
Trip meter................................. 139
Trunk Opener ................................... 54
Trunk light
Trunk light............................... 55
Wattage ................................ 405
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 336
Switch ................................... 137
Wattage ................................ 405
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 254
Wattage ................................ 405
Vanity mirrors .......................... 254
VDIM ......................................... 158
Vehicle dynamics intergrated management.......................... 158
Vehicle identification  number................................... 396
Vehicle stability control .......... 158
VSC ........................................... 158
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 348
Open door ............................ 351
Seat belt reminder ................ 351
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ......... 349
Brake assist system ............. 349
Brake system........................ 348
Charging system .... .............. 348 Electric power steering ..........349
Low fuel level ........................351
Low tire pressure warning 
light .....................................351
Malfunction indicator lamp ....349
Master warning light ..............351
Open door .............................351
Pretensioners ........................349
Seat belt reminder light .........351
SRS airbags ..........................349
Warning messages
Engine coolant temperature ........................358
Engine oil maintenance ......... 360
Engine oil pressure ...............358
Hybrid system .......................358
Moon roof ..............................360
Open door .............................360
Parking brake ........................360
Smart key system... ...............365
Steering lock .........................359
Trunk .....................................360
Vehicle stability control..........359
Washer fluid ..........................360
Washer Checking ...............................299
Preparing and checking 
before winter .......................166
Switch....................................153
Washing and waxing ...............274
Weight .......................................396 Cargo capacity ......................162
Load limits .............................165
Weight ...................................396
Wheels ......................................317
Window glasses  ........................74
Window lock switch ...................74
Windows
Power windows .......................74
Rear window defogger ..........182
Washer ..................................153
Windshield wipers ...................153
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