check oil TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2013 XV50 / 9.G Owners Manual

160 2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress t he brake pedal to slow down and stop
the vehicle in a safe place.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 452)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front
of the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
● Vehicles with rear spoiler: In certain automatic car washes, the rear
spoiler may interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehi-
cle from being cleaned properly or result in damage to the rear spoiler.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle
is closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
Trunk
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 370)
Coolant Is the coolant at the correct level?
(P. 368)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(P. 364)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects.
(P. 370)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 372)
ItemsCheck points
12-volt battery Check the connections. ( P. 373)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

364 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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 ground. After warming up the engine
and turning off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, 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. Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■
Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
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 oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection P. 487
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the
engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more
than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill
 refer-
ence*) With filter
Without filter 4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp. qt.)
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

536 Alphabetical index
Electric power steering ........... 213
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly............ 468
Emergency flashers
Switch.................................... 418
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ...... 423
If a warning message is
displayed............................. 433
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.................. 468
If the Hybrid system will not start ..................................... 464
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 466
If the vehicle has a discharged
12-volt battery ..................... 471
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 423
If you have a flat tire ............. 452
If you lose your keys ............. 467
If you think something is wrong .................................. 422
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 480
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 481
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 419
If your vehicle overheats ....... 475 Engine
Accessory mode ................... 161
Compartment ........................ 363
Hood ..................................... 360
How to start the
hybrid system ..................... 161
Identification number............. 484
If the hybrid system will not start............................... 464
Ignition switch ....................... 161
Overheating .......................... 475
“POWER” switch ................... 161
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 489
Checking ............................... 368
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 233
Engine coolan t temperature
display .................................... 178
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 487
Checking ............................... 364
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 233
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 489
Checking ............................... 368
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 233
EPS............................................ 211
EV drive mode .......................... 169
Event data recorder ................... 23E

544 Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 423
Electric power steering
system ................................ 424
Open door ............................. 426
Seat belt reminder ................. 426
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 424
Brake assist system .............. 424
Brake system ........................ 423
Charging system .... ............... 424
Electric power steering system ................................ 424
Engine coolant
temperature ........................ 424
Engine oil pressure ............... 424
Low fuel level ........................ 426
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 426
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 424
Master warning light .............. 426
Open door ............................. 426
Pretensioners ........................ 424
Seat belt reminder light ......... 426
Slip indicator.......................... 424
SRS airbags .......................... 424
Tire pressure warning light .... 426
Warning messages Blind Spot monitor ......... 435, 436
Cruise control ........................ 435
EV drive mode....................... 436
Headlight ............................... 436
Hood...................................... 436
Hybrid system ....................... 434
Hybrid system overheat ........ 436
Maintenance.......................... 436
Moon roof .............................. 436
N position .............................. 436
Open door ............................. 436
Parking brake ........................ 436
P position .............................. 436
Smart key system.......... 435, 443
Steering lock ......................... 435 Traction battery ..................... 436
Trunk ..................................... 436
Washer fluid .......................... 436
Washer Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 233
Refilling ................................. 372
Switch ................................... 204
Washing and waxing ............... 344
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 228
Load limits ............................. 232
Weight ................................... 484
Wheels ...................................... 387
Window glasses ........................ 99
Window lock switch................... 99
Windows
Power windows ....................... 99
Rear window defogger .......... 249
Washer.................................. 204
Windshield wipers ................... 204
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 392
Wireless remote control .......... 68
WMA disc.................................. 264W