Toyota Camry 2010 User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before driving

2

When driving

Interior fea-

3

tures

Maintenance

4

and care

When trouble

5

arises

Vehicle

6

specifications

Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and op­erating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steer­ing column.

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in­terior features for a comfortable driving experience.

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it­yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.

Detailed vehicle information.

7

For owners

Index

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

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Before driving

1-1. Hybrid system

Hybrid system ...................... 22

1-2. Key information

Keys ..................................... 35

1-3. Opening, closing and

locking the doors

Smart key system................. 37

Wireless remote control ....... 48

Doors.................................... 51

Trunk .................................... 55

1-7. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system............... 85

Theft prevention labels

(for U.S.A.) ......................... 87

1-8. Safety information

Correct driving posture ......... 88

SRS airbags ......................... 90

Front passenger occupant

classification system......... 102

Child restraint systems ....... 107

Installing child restraints ..... 111

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When driving

1-4. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)

Front seats ........................... 57

Rear seats............................ 59

Head restraints..................... 60

Seat belts ............................. 62

Steering wheel ..................... 70

Anti-glare inside rear

view mirror.......................... 71

Outside rear view mirrors ..... 73

1-5. Opening and closing

the windows

Power windows .................... 75

Moon roof ............................. 77

1-6. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap .... 80

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2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle .............. 122

Power (ignition) switch........ 133

Transmission ...................... 137

Turn signal lever ................. 139

Parking brake ..................... 140

Horn.................................... 141

2-2. Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters ............ 142

Indicators and warning

lights ................................. 145

Multi-information display..... 148

2-3. Operating the lights and

wipers

Headlight switch ................. 152

Fog light switch................... 156

Windshield wipers and

washer.............................. 157

2-4. Using other driving systems

Cruise control...................... 159

Driving assist systems ........ 163

2-5. Driving information

Cargo and luggage ............. 167

Vehicle load limits ............... 170

Winter driving tips ............... 171

Trailer towing ...................... 175

Dinghy towing ..................... 176

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Interior features

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger

Automatic air conditioning

system .............................. 180

Rear window and outside

rear view mirror

defoggers.......................... 188

3-2. Using the audio system

Audio system types............. 189

Using the radio.................... 192

Using the CD player............ 199

Playing MP3 and

WMA discs........................ 207

®

Operating an iPod

player ................................ 215

Operating a USB memory

player ................................ 222

Optimal use of the audio

system .............................. 229

Using the AUX adapter ....... 234

Using the steering wheel

audio switches .................. 236

3-3. Using the hands-free

phone system
(for cellular phone)

Bluetooth
Using the Bluetooth

®

audio system.... 239

®

audio system .................... 242

Operating a Bluetooth

®

enabled portable player.... 247

®

Setting up a Bluetooth

enabled portable player.... 249

Bluetooth

®

audio system

setup ................................ 254

3-4. Using the hands-free

phone system
(for cellular phone)

Hands-free phone system

(for cellular phone)

features ............................ 255

Using the hands-free

phone system

(for cellular phone) ........... 259

Making a phone call ........... 267

Setting a cellular phone...... 271

Security and system

setup ................................ 276

Using the phone book ........ 280

3-5. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ................. 288

• Interior light ...................... 289

• Personal lights.................. 290

3-6. Using the storage features

List of storage features....... 291

• Glove box......................... 292

• Console box ..................... 292

• Cup holders...................... 294

• Auxiliary boxes................. 295

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

3-7. Other interior features

Sun visors .......................... 298

Vanity mirrors ..................... 299

Clock .................................. 300

Ashtray ............................... 301

Power outlet ....................... 302

Seat heaters....................... 304

Armrest............................... 306

Floor mat ............................ 307

Trunk features .................... 308

Garage door opener........... 310

Compass ............................ 315

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Maintenance and care

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior........... 320

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior............ 322

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance

requirements .................... 325

General maintenance......... 327

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs.......................... 330

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service

precautions....................... 331

Hood ................................... 334

Positioning a floor jack........ 335

Engine compartment .......... 337

12-volt battery..................... 346

Tires.................................... 350

Tire inflation pressure ......... 359

Wheels................................ 363

Air conditioning filter ........... 365

Key battery ......................... 368

Checking and replacing

fuses................................. 371

Light bulbs .......................... 381

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When trouble arises

5-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers............ 388

If your vehicle needs to

be towed........................... 389

If you think something

is wrong ............................ 392

Event data recorder ............ 393

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning light turns

on or a warning buzzer

sounds... .......................... 395

If a warning message is

displayed........................... 404

If you have a flat tire............ 415

If the hybrid system will

not start............................. 425

If the shift lever cannot

be shifted from P............... 427

If you lose your keys ........... 428

If the electronic key does

not operate properly.......... 429

If the vehicle’s 12-volt

battery is discharged......... 432

If your vehicle overheats..... 436

If the vehicle becomes

stuck ................................. 440

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Vehicle specifications

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For owners

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners ................ 474

Seat belt instructions for

Canadian owners

(in French)........................ 475

Index

Abbreviation list........................ 480

Alphabetical index .................... 481

What to do if... .......................... 490

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3

4

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6-1. Specifications

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.)............ 444

Fuel information .................. 453

Tire information ................... 456

6-2. Customization

Customizable features ........ 468

6-3. Initialization

Items to initialize ................. 471

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Pictorial index

Exterior

Headlights (low beam)

Headlights (high beam)

P. 334

Hood

P. 152

P. 152

Side marker/parking lights

Moon roof ∗

Outside rear view
mirrors

P. 152

P. 77

P. 73

Windshield wipers

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P. 157

Turn signal lights

Fog lights ∗

P. 139

P. 156

Rear window defogger

P. 188

Fuel filler door

Doors

P. 80

P. 51

Rear turn signal lights

Trunk

P. 55

P. 139

Tires

●Rotation

●Replacement

●Inflation pressure

●Information

P. 350

P. 415

P. 451

P. 456

Stop/tail lights

Side marker lights

∗: If equipped

P. 152

P. 152

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Pictorial index

Interior

Head restraints

Seat belts

Power window
switches

P. 75

P. 60

P. 62

A

SRS driver airbag

Floor mat

SRS front passenger
airbag

P. 90

P. 90

P. 307

Armrest

Cup holders

Console box

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P. 306

P. 294

P. 292

Glove box

Front seats

Cup holders

Shift lever

Auxiliary box

SRS side airbags

P. 292

P. 57

P. 294

P. 137

P. 295

P. 90

A

Vehicles with moon roof

Front personal lights

SRS curtain shield airbags

Rear personal lights

P. 290

Garage door opener switches ∗

Anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Vanity mirrors

Sun visors

Auxiliary box

Moon roof switches

Interior light

P. 90

P. 310

P. 299

P. 298

P. 295

P. 77

P. 290

P. 289

P. 71

Compass ∗

P. 315

∗: If equipped

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Pictorial index

A

Vehicles without moon roof

Interior

Vanity mirrors

Sun visors

Auxiliary box

Front personal lights

SRS curtain shield airbags

Interior light

Garage door opener switches ∗

Anti-glare inside rear view mirror

P. 289

P. 299

P. 298

P. 295

P. 290

P. 90

P. 310

P. 71

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Compass ∗

P. 315

B

Inside lock button

P. 51

Power window switches

Door lock switch

Window lock switch

P. 75

P. 51

P. 75

∗: If equipped

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Gauges and meters

Multi-information display

Headlight switch

Turn signal lever

Outside rear view
mirror switches

P. 73

P. 142

P. 148

P. 152

P. 139

Windshield wiper and

washer switch

Audio system
Navigation system *

Emergency flashers

Clock

P. 300

Security indicator

Tire pressure warning

reset switch

P. 157

P. 189

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P. 388

P. 85

P. 351

Fuel filler door opener

P. 80

Trunk opener

P. 55

Hood lock release

P. 334

lever

“ECO HEAT/COOL”

switch

P. 180

12

Horn

P. 141

Shift lock override button

P. 427

Tilt and telescopic steering

control lever

Parking brake pedal

Auxiliary box

P. 140

P. 295

P. 70

A

Air conditioning system

Rear window defogger switch/
Rear window defogger switch and
outside rear view mirror defogger switch

P. 180

∗

P. 188

∗: If equipped

*1: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Pictorial index

B

Instrument panel

Audio remote control
switches

Telephone switches ∗ *

P. 236

P. 260

“DISP” switch

1

Talk switch ∗ *

Cruise control switch

P. 149

Air conditioning remote
control switches

P. 260

1

P. 159

P. 185

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Power (ignition) switch

P. 133

C

Power outlet

P. 302

USB/AUX adapter ∗
AUX adapter ∗

Seat heater switches ∗

P. 234

P. 215, 222

Cable pass-through

P. 297

P. 304

∗: If equipped

*1: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine

Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound
coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel
evaporation leakage check and it does not indicate a malfunction.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may
affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequen­tial multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake
system, SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc­tions regarding installation.

Despite their electromagnetic shielding high voltage parts and cables on
hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic
waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appli­ances.

Scrapping your Toyota

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlor­ate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo­nents may include airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con­trol batteries.

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CAUTION

■ General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ­ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi­cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis­tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision causing death or serious injury to you, your
occupants or others.

■ General precaution regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.

Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addi­tion, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be
fatal to children.

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CAUTION

■ Disposal of the hybrid battery (traction battery)

If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been
removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts,
cables and their connectors are touched. In the event that your vehicle must
be disposed of, the hybrid battery must be disposed of by your Toyota dealer
or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, it
may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if
the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must
or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota
and its equipment.

Symbols used in illustrations

Safety symbol

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The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do
not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turning,
etc.) used to operate switches and other
devices.

Indicates the outcome of an operation
(e.g. a lid opens).

Before driving

1

1-1. Hybrid system

Hybrid system .................... 22

1-2. Key information

Keys ................................... 35

1-3. Opening, closing and

locking the doors

Smart key system .............. 37

Wireless remote control ..... 48

Doors ................................. 51

Trunk.................................. 55

1-4. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,

steering wheel)

Front seats ......................... 57

Rear seats.......................... 59

Head restraints................... 60

Seat belts........................... 62

Steering wheel ................... 70

Anti-glare inside rear

view mirror ....................... 71

Outside rear view mirrors... 73

1-7. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system ............ 85

Theft prevention labels

(for U.S.A.)....................... 87

1-8. Safety information

Correct driving posture....... 88

SRS airbags....................... 90

Front passenger

occupant classification

system ........................... 102

Child restraint systems..... 107

Installing child

restraints ........................ 111

1-5. Opening and closing

the windows

Power windows .................. 75

Moon roof........................... 77

1-6. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank

cap ................................... 80

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1-1. Hybrid system

Hybrid system

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from

conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the char-

acteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care.

The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric

motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving

fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.

Gasoline engine

Electric motor (traction motor)

■ When stopped/during take-off

The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is stopped. During
take-off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At
slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine
is stopped and the motor is used.

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1-1. Hybrid system

■ During normal driving

The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor
(traction motor) charges the hybrid battery as necessary.

■ When accelerating sharply

The power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added via
the electric motor (traction motor) to that of the gasoline engine.

■ When braking (regenerative braking)

The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery).

■ Regenerative braking

The electric motor converts kinetic energy to electric energy when:

● The accelerator pedal is released.

● The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or R.

■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop

The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:

● During gasoline engine warm-up

● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging

● During low or high hybrid battery (traction battery) temperature

■ Charging the battery

● As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the

battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if
the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly dis­charge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every
several months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid
battery becomes fully discharged, you are unable to jump-start the vehi­cle with the 12-volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer.

● If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be

charged. When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift
lever in D to avoid discharging the battery.

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Before driving

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1-1. Hybrid system

● To help prevent the 12-volt battery from becoming discharged, drive the

vehicle at least once a month, and operate the accessories only when
the “READY” indicator is on. When parking the vehicle, make sure the
doors and trunk are closed and all lights are turned off.

■ After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or

removed

The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid
battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Toyota
dealer.

■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able
to move. Always put the shift lever in P when parked.

The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system 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) behind

the rear seat when the hybrid system starts or stops.

● Sounds may be heard from the transaxle when the hybrid system starts

or stops, or while the vehicle is idling.

● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.

● Sounds may be heard due to the regenerative braking when you press

the brake pedal.

● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.

● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents behind the

rear seat.

■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal

Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis­posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

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High voltage components

1-1. Hybrid system

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Before driving

Air conditioning compressor

Power control unit

High voltage cables

Electric motor (traction
motor) and transaxle

Caution label

Hybrid battery (traction bat­tery) and DC/DC converter

Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high volt­age system (about 650V at maximum) as well as parts that become
extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the caution
labels attached to the vehicle.

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1-1. Hybrid system

■ Hybrid battery air vent

There is an air intake vent on the
package tray for the purpose of
cooling the hybrid battery (trac­tion battery). If the vent becomes
blocked, the hybrid battery may
overheat, leading to a reduction in
hybrid battery output.

Emergency shut off system

The emergency shut off system blocks off the high voltage current
and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel
leakage when a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sen­sor. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not
restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer.

Energy monitor/consumption/past record screen

You can view the status of your
hybrid system on the multi-infor­mation display (→P. 148) and the
navigation system screen*
(→P. 27, 29).
The following images are exam­ples only, and may vary slightly
from actual conditions.

*: Vehicles with Navigation System

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1-1. Hybrid system

■ Energy monitor

● How to display on the navigation system screen (if equipped):

STEP

STEP

1

2

Press “INFO”.

Touch “Fuel Consumption” on
the “Information” screen.

If the “Consumption” or “Past
Record” screen is displayed,

touch .

● How to display on the multi-information display:

Press the

“DISP” switch on the steering wheel several times to

select the energy monitor display.

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Before driving

When the vehi­cle is powered
by the electric
motor (traction
motor)

Navigation system screen

Multi-information

display

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1-1. Hybrid system

When the vehi­cle is powered
by both the gas­oline engine and
the electric
motor (traction
motor)

When the vehi­cle is powered
by the gasoline
engine

When the vehi­cle is charging
the hybrid bat­tery (traction
battery)

Navigation system screen

Multi-information

display

When there is
no energy flow

Hybrid battery
(traction bat­tery) status

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Low Full Low Full