transmission TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 198
Cargo and luggage............ 206
Vehicle load limits ............. 209
Trailer towing..................... 210
Dinghy towing.................... 211
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 212
EV drive mode................... 219
Hybrid transmission........... 222
Turn signal lever................ 228
Parking brake .................... 229
Brake Hold ........................ 233
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 236
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............................. 240
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 244
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 248 4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ ...................... 252
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 260
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).............................. 275
RSA (Road Sign Assist).............................. 290
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range ............................... 295
Driving assist systems ....... 311
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........................... 318
• BSM function ................. 323
Intuitive parking assist ....... 327
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ..................... 335
• RCTA function ............... 337
Rear Camera Detection Function........................... 341
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) .............................. 345
Parking Support Brake function (static objects).... 352
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing
vehicles) .......................... 361
Driving mode select switches........................... 368
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................... 370
Winter driving tips .............. 373
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The vehicle is equipped with sophisticated computers that will record certain
data, such as:
• Engine speed/Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the driving assist systems
• Images from the cameras
Your vehicle is equipped with cameras. Contact your Toyota deal er for the
location of recording cameras.
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options
with which it is equipped.
These computers do not record conversations or sounds, and only record
images outside of the vehicle in certain situations.
●Data Transmission
Your vehicle may transmit the data recorded in these computers to Toyota
without notification to you.
●Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose m alfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party exc ept:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of l aw or a govern-
ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner
●Recorded image information can be erased by your Toyota dealer.
The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the f unction is
disabled, data from when the system operates will not be available.
●To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Toy-
ota, please visit www.toyota.com/privacyvts/
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If your Toyota has Safety Connect and if you have subscribed to those ser-
vices, please refer to the Safety Connect Telematics Subscription Service
Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.
●To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Toy-
ota, please visit www.toyota.com/privacyvts/
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Vehicle data recording
Usage of data collected through Safety Connect
(U.S. mainland only)

821-4. Hybrid system
■Sounds and vibrations sp ecific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehic le is able to
move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, app ly the parking
brake and make sure to shift the shift lever to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid sy stem is
operating and are not a malfunction:
● Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) under the
rear seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emi tted from the
hybrid battery (traction battery), under the rear seats, when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or stopped.
● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.
● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.
● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent. ( P. 84)
■ Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
In the following cases, the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ma y be difficult
for surrounding people to hear.
● In very noisy areas
● In the wind or the rain
■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recyc ling and dis-
posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
■ Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P. 581)

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4Driving
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 198
Cargo and luggage ........... 206
Vehicle load limits ............. 209
Trailer towing..................... 210
Dinghy towing ................... 211
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 212
EV drive mode .................. 219
Hybrid transmission........... 222
Turn signal lever................ 228
Parking brake .................... 229
Brake Hold ........................ 233
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 236
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............................. 240
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 244
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 248
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+...................... 252
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 260 LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist) ............................. 275
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ............................. 290
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range............................... 295
Driving assist systems ...... 311
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)........................... 318
• BSM function ................ 323
Intuitive parking assist....... 327
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) .................... 335
• RCTA function .............. 337
Rear Camera Detection Function .......................... 341
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ............................. 345
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) ... 352
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing
vehicles).......................... 361
Driving mode select switches .......................... 368
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................................. 370
Winter driving tips ............. 373

2024-1. Before driving
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When driving the vehicle
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal sp eed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicl e has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may resu lt in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.
■ When driving on slippery road surfaces
● Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippa ge and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle.
● Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid.
● After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads m ay prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected.
■ When shifting the shift lever
● Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is i n a driving posi-
tion, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
● Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to a driving position while the ve hicle is moving
backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
● Shifting the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
hybrid system. Engine braking is not available when N is select ed.
● Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
Shifting the shift lever to any position other than P or N may lead to unex-
pected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and
result in death or serious injury.

2054-1. Before driving
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Driving
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
● Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same tim e during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque.
● Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate sud denly if
the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and ho ld it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps on 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 the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 525)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. D oing 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 i s 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.

2114-1. Before driving
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Dinghy towing
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels
on the ground) behind a motor home.
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with
the front wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the
transmission.

2224-2. Driving procedures
While the power switch is in ON mode and the brake pedal
depressed
*, shift the shift lever while pushing the shift release
button on the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever while pushing the shift release button on
the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever normally.
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that t he
vehicle is completely stopped and the brake pedal is depressed.
*: For the vehicle be able to be shifted from P, the brake pedal must be
depressed before the shift release button is pushed. If the shift
release button is pushed first, the shift lock will not be rele ased.
Hybrid transmission
Shifting the shift lever

2274-2. Driving procedures
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■If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even
after shifting the shift lever to S
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when
the shift lever is in D.)
WARNING
■ When driving on slippery road surfaces
Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.
■ To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock
Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to se t the parking
brake and depress the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of t he brake pedal
when the shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted
out of P, the vehicle may suddenly start, possibly leading to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge precaution
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged even when the engine is running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left
with the shift lever in N for a long period of time, the hybrid battery (traction
battery) will discharge, and this may result in the vehicle not being able to
start.

4346-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal
• The accelerator pedal shouldmove smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching).
Hybrid transmission “Park” mecha-
nism• When parked on a slope and theshift lever is in P, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move
smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appro- priate clearance from the floor?
(P. 561)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play?
(P. 561)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one
side when the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effec- tively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get
too close to the floor when the
brakes are applied.
Head restraints (adjustable type)• Do the head restraints movesmoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzersfunction properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake operate
normally?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?