TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

4816-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■When cleaning the air intake vent
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle
● Do not allow water or foreign matter to enter the air intake ve nt when the
cover is removed.
● Carefully handle the removed filter so that it will not be dama ged.
If the filter is damaged, have it replaced with a new filter by your Toyota
dealer.
● Make sure to reinstall the filter and cover to their original positions after
cleaning.
● Do not install anything to the air intake vent other than the exclusive filter
for this vehicle or use the vehicle without the filter installe d.
■ If “Maintenance Required for Traction Battery Cooling Parts See
Owner’s Manual” is displayed on the multi-information display
If the vehicle is continuously driven with the warning message (indicating
that charging/discharging of the hybrid battery (traction batte ry) may
become limited) displayed, the hybrid battery (traction battery ) may mal-
function. If a warning message is displayed, clean the air intake vent imme-
diately.
When cleaning the air intake vent, make
sure to only use a vacuum to suck out
dust and clogs. If a compressed air blow
gun, etc. is used to blow out dust and
clogs, the dust or clogs may be pushed
into the air intake vent, which may affect
the performance of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) and cause a malfunc-
tion.

4826-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
●Flathead screwdriver
● Small flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2032
Release the lock and remove
the mechanical key.
Remove the key cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the flathead screw-
driver with a rag.
Remove the depleted battery
using a small flathead screw-
driver.
When removing the cover, the
electronic key module may stick to
the cover and the battery may not
be visible. In this case, remove the
electronic key module in order to
remove the battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.
Electronic key batter y
Replace the battery with a n ew one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery
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4836-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
When installing the key cover and mechanical key, install by con-
ducting and with the directions reversed.
Operate the or switch and check that the doors can
be locked/unlocked.
■When replacing the key battery
Be careful not to lose the battery or any other small parts.
■ Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart key system and wireless remote control will not funct ion properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
WARNING
■ Battery precautions
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Do not swallow the battery. Doing so may cause chemical burns.
● A coin battery or button battery is used in the electronic key. If a battery is
swallowed, it may cause severe chemical burns in as little as 2 hours and
may result in death or serious injury.
● Keep away new and removed batteries from children.
● If the cover cannot be firmly closed, stop using the electronic key and stow
the key in the place where children cannot reach, and then contact your
Toyota dealer.
● If you accidentally swallow a battery or put a battery into a part of your
body, get emergency medical attention immediately.
■ To prevent battery explosion or leakage of flammable liquid or gas
● Replace the battery with a new battery of the same type. If a w rong type of
battery is used, it may explode.
● Do not expose batteries to extremely low pressure due to high altitude or
extremely high temperatures.
● Do not burn, break or cut a battery.
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4846-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
● Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote cont rol.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

4856-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Turn the power switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.
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Engine compartment (type A)Engine compartm ent (type B)
Push the tabs in and lift the lid off. Push the tabs in and lift the lid
off.
Under the driver’s side instru-
ment panel
Remove the lid.
Make sure to push the claw when
removing/installing the lid.

4866-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
Only type A fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.
Check if the fuse is blown.Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate ampera ge rat-
ing. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.
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Ty p e AType B
Ty p e C
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4876-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been repla ced, a bulb may
need replacement. ( P. 488)
● If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
■ If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
WARNING
■ To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or
injury.
● Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicate d, or use
any other object in place of a fuse.
● Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
● Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired b y your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

4886-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. ( P. 564)
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bu lbs yourself. The difficulty level
of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Toyota
dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact
your Toyota dealer.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Bulb locations
FrontRear
Front turn signal/parking lights
(bulb type)
Front side marker lights (bulb
type) Back-up lights (bulb type)
Rear turn signal lights (bulb
type)
Rear side marker lights (bulb
type)
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4896-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Front turn signal/parking lights (bulb type)
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
Install a new light bulb and
then install the bulb base to
the light unit by inserting it
and turning it clockwise.
Replacing light bulbs
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4906-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Front side marker lights (bulb type)
To ensure enough space to
perform work, turn the steer-
ing wheel to move the front
wheel away from the light
bulb to be replaced.
Turn the steering wheel to the
left when replacing the right side
light bulb, and turn the steering
wheel to the right when replac-
ing the left side light bulb.
Remove the fender liner
clips.
To protect the front bumper
from being damaged, apply
protective tape around the
clip as shown in the illustra-
tion.
Use masking tape, etc. Do not
use duct tape, as it may leave
residue or damage the paint
when removed.
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