coolant temperature TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2012 XV50 / 9.G Owners Manual

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Engine coolant temperature displa
y/instrument panel light con-
trol display
Displays the engine coolant temperature and instrument panel light
control.
Outside temperature display
P. 301
Shift position display
Displays the currently selected shift position.
P. 169
Instrument panel light control button
P. 177

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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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% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Minimum temperature: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiators, hoses, engine/power control unit coolant reser-
voir 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 systems.
CAUTION
■When the hybrid system is hot
Do not remove the engine/power control unit coolant reservoir caps.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor stra ight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● The rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature dis-
play flashes
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
■ Operational symptoms
●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, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

414 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
High engine coolant temper ature warning light (the
rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature
display flashes) Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. ( P. 465)
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system; or
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The hybrid transmission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures■ If the rightmost segment of th e engine coolant temperature
display are flashing
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from the engine area.
If you see steam: Stop the hybrid system. Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides and then restart the hybrid system.
If you do not see steam: Leave the hybrid system operating and carefully lift the
hood.
Check to see if the cooling fans are operating.
If the fans are operating: Wait until the rightmost segm ent of the engine coolant tem-
perature display stops flashing and returns to normal dis-
play. Then stop the hybrid system.
If the fans are not operating: Stop the hybrid system immediately and call your Toyota
dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:
●The rightmost segment of the engine coolant temperature dis-
play is flashing:
The engine may be overheating.
● “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display:
The electric motor or power control unit may be overheating.
Follow the correction procedure as described below.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

492 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately
or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

524 Alphabetical index
Electric power steering ........... 210
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly............ 458
Emergency flashers
Switch.................................... 408
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ...... 413
If a warning message is
displayed............................. 423
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.................. 458
If the Hybrid system will not start ..................................... 454
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 456
If the vehicle has a discharged
12-volt battery ..................... 461
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 413
If you have a flat tire ............. 442
If you lose your keys ............. 457
If you think something is wrong .................................. 412
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 469
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 470
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 409
If your vehicle overheats ....... 465 Engine
Accessory mode ................... 159
Compartment ........................ 351
Hood ..................................... 348
How to start the
hybrid system ..................... 159
Identification number............. 472
If the hybrid system will not start............................... 454
Ignition switch ....................... 159
Overheating .......................... 465
“POWER” switch ................... 159
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 477
Checking ............................... 356
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 225
Engine coolan t temperature
display .................................... 174
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 475
Checking ............................... 352
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 225
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 477
Checking ............................... 356
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 225
Engine switch light .................. 286
EPS............................................ 207
EV drive mode .......................... 166
Event data recorder ................... 23E

532 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 413
Electric power steering
system ................................ 414
Open door ............................. 416
Seat belt reminder ................. 416
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 414
Brake assist system .............. 414
Brake system ........................ 413
Charging system .... ............... 414
Electric power steering system ................................ 414
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 414
Engine oil pressure ............... 414
Low fuel level ........................ 416
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 416
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 414
Master warning light .............. 416
Open door ............................. 416
Pretensioners ........................ 414
Seat belt reminder light ......... 416
Slip indicator.......................... 414
SRS airbags .......................... 414
Warning messages Blind Spot monitor ......... 425, 426
Cruise control ........................ 425
EV drive mode....................... 426
Headlight ............................... 426
Hood...................................... 426
Hybrid system ....................... 424
Hybrid system overheat ........ 426
Maintenance.......................... 426
Moon roof .............................. 426
N position .............................. 426
Open door ............................. 426
Parking brake ........................ 426
P position .............................. 426
Smart key system.......... 425, 433
Steering lock ......................... 425
Traction battery ..................... 426 Trunk ..................................... 426
Washer fluid .......................... 426
Washer Checking ............................... 359
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 225
Switch ................................... 200
Washing and waxing ............... 332
Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 220
Load limits ............................. 224
Weight ................................... 472
Wheels ...................................... 377
Window glasses ........................ 97
Window lock switch................... 97
Windows Power windows ....................... 97
Rear window defogger .......... 239
Washer.................................. 200
Windshield wipers ................... 200
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery ............ 382
Wireless remote control .......... 66
WMA disc.................................. 255W

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 442If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not
start
P. 454If the hybrid system will not start
P. 108Immobilizer system
P. 461If the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is
discharged
P. 458If the electronic key does not oper-
ate properly
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 456If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The rightmost segment of the
engine coolant temperature dis-
play flashes
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 465If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 457If you lose your keys
The 12-volt battery runs outP. 461If the vehicle’s 12 -volt battery is
discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 6 9Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 1 1 0Alarm

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What to do if...
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Warning lights
P. 414
or
P. 4 1 3P. 416
P. 4 1 4P. 414
P. 4 1 4P. 416
P. 4 1 4P. 416
P. 416
or
P. 4 1 4P. 416
P. 4 1 4
or
P. 4 1 4P. 414
Brake system warning
light (red indicator)Slip indicator light
Tire pressure warning
system light
Brake system warning light
(yellow indicator)Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
Charging system warn-
ing lightOpen door warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightLow fuel level warning
light
Malfunction indicator
lampDriver’s/front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
Master warning light
SRS warning lightHigh engine cool-
ant temperature
warning light (the
rightmost seg-
ment of the engine
coolant tempera-
ture display
flashes)
ABS warning light
A warning message is displayedP. 423If a warning message is displayed