oil level TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2010 XV40 / 8.G Owners Manual

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergencyIf a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 397
If a warning message is displayed........................... 406
If you have a flat tire............ 417
If the hybrid system will not start ............................. 427
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 429
If you lose your keys ........... 430
If the electronic key does not operate properly.......... 431
If the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged......... 434
If your vehicle overheats ..... 438
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 442
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ............ 446
Fuel information .................. 455
Tire information ................... 458
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 470
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 473 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 476
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 477
Abbreviation list ........................ 482
Alphabetical index .................... 483
What to do if... .......................... 494
6Vehicle specifications
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Index

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
Trunk
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 346)
Engine/power control unit coolant At the correct level? ( P. 344)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 340)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
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P. 346)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 347)
ItemsCheck points
12-volt battery Check the connections.
(P. 348)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recomme nded that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

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Maintenance and care
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery condition (P. 348) •Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level ( P. 346) 
Engine/power control unit coolant
level (P. 344) • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology.
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized
water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized
water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool- ant)
Engine oil level P. 340) • Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used only for adding oil)

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Engine compar tment
Brake fluid reservoir( P. 346)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 341)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 340)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( P. 344)
Engine coolant
radiator ( P. 346)Fuse box ( P. 373)
Condenser ( P. 346)
Electric cooling fans
Power control unit coolant
radiator ( P. 346)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 347)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 344)

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Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the
bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully. Low
Full
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection P. 449
Oil quantity
(Low Full) 1.2 qt. (1.1 L, 1.0 lmp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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■Engine oil consumption
●The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the
quality of the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
● More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and
frequent acceleration and deceleration.
● A new engine consumes more oil.
● When judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil
may have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accu-
rately.
● Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 Imp. qt./600 miles (1.0 L per
1000 km)
● If you consume more than 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp. qt.) every 600 miles
(1000 km), contact your Toyota dealer.
■ After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
To reset the oil change system, follow the procedure below:
Turn off the hybrid system with the trip meter A reading shown.
(P. 150)
The “POWER” switch must be set in ON mode while holding down
the trip meter reset knob. A message “OIL MILEAGE RESET
MODE” will appear on the display.
Hold down the knob for at least 5 seconds. A message “COM-
PLETE” will appear and the message “OIL MILEAGE RESET
MODE” goes off.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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CAUTION
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Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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Indicates that the
parking brake is still
engaged with the
vehicle having
reached a speed of
more than 3 mph (5
km/h).
A buzzer also sounds. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low.
A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid.
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the
engine oil is sched-
uled to be changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check the engine oil,
and change if neces-
sary.
Comes on approxi-
mately 4500 miles
(7200 km) after the
engine oil is changed.
(The indicator will not
work properly unless
the oil maintenance
data has been reset).
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the
engine oil should be
changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check and change the
engine oil.
Comes on approxi-
mately 5000 miles
(8000 km) after the
engine oil is changed
(and the oil mainte-
nance data has been
reset).
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

Vehicle specifications6
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ......... 446
Fuel information ............... 455
Tire information ................ 458
6-2. Customization Customizable features ..... 470
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize .............. 473