Toyota Camry 2012 User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
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When driving
Interior fea-
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tures
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
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arises
Vehicle
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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.
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For owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag 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
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap.................................... 104
1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system ...................... 28
Hybrid system precautions... 33
Energy monitor/
consumption screen........... 39
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 48
1-2. Key information
Keys ..................................... 50
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and
trunk
Smart key system................. 53
Wireless remote control ....... 66
Doors.................................... 69
Trunk .................................... 74
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................... 78
Rear seats............................ 81
Head restraints..................... 83
Seat belts ............................. 85
Steering wheel ..................... 92
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror.......................... 93
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 95
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 97
Moon roof ........................... 100
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system............. 108
Alarm .................................. 110
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 113
SRS airbags ....................... 115
Front passenger occupant
classification system......... 128
Child restraint systems ....... 133
Installing child restraints ..... 137
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 148
Power (ignition) switch........ 159
EV drive mode .................... 166
Hybrid transmission ............ 169
Turn signal lever ................. 171
Parking brake ..................... 172
Horn.................................... 173
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 174
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 180
Multi-information display..... 185
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2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch.................. 192
Fog light switch ................... 198
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 200
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control...................... 204
Driving assist systems ........ 207
Hill-start assist control......... 213
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 215
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ............. 220
Vehicle load limits ............... 224
Winter driving tips ............... 225
Trailer towing ...................... 229
Dinghy towing ..................... 230
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air
conditioning system.......... 232
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 239
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 240
Using the radio ................... 246
Using the CD player ........... 249
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ....................... 255
Operating an iPod .............. 262
Operating a USB
memory ............................ 270
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 278
Using the AUX port............. 281
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 283
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3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 286
• Interior lights..................... 287
• Personal lights.................. 288
3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 289
• Glove box......................... 290
• Console box ..................... 291
• Coin holder....................... 292
• Bottle holders ................... 293
• Cup holders...................... 294
• Auxiliary boxes................. 296
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3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 298
Vanity mirrors ..................... 299
Clock .................................. 300
Outside temperature
display.............................. 301
Ashtray ............................... 302
Power outlets ..................... 303
Seat heaters....................... 305
Armrest............................... 307
Coat hooks ......................... 308
Floor mat ............................ 309
Trunk features .................... 311
Garage door opener........... 313
Compass ............................ 320
Safety Connect................... 324
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Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 332
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 335
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 338
General maintenance ......... 340
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 344
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 345
Hood ................................... 348
Positioning a floor jack........ 349
Engine compartment .......... 351
12-volt battery..................... 361
Tires.................................... 365
Tire inflation pressure ......... 373
Wheels................................ 377
Air conditioning filter ........... 380
Electronic key battery ......... 382
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 384
Light bulbs .......................... 395
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When trouble arises
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Vehicle specifications
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 408
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 409
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 412
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 413
If a warning message is
displayed........................... 423
If you have a flat tire............ 442
If the hybrid system will
not start............................. 454
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P............... 456
If you lose your keys ........... 457
If the electronic key does
not operate properly.......... 458
If the vehicle’s 12-volt
battery is discharged......... 461
If your vehicle overheats..... 465
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 469
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 470
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 472
Fuel information.................. 483
Tire information .................. 486
6-2. Customization
Customizable features........ 498
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize................. 504
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For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 506
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 507
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 509
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
Index
Abbreviation list........................ 520
Alphabetical index .................... 521
What to do if... .......................... 533
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Pictorial index
Exterior
Headlights (low beam)
Headlights (high beam) and
daytime running lights
P. 348
Hood
P. 192
P. 194
Windshield wipers
Moon roof ∗
Outside rear view
mirrors
P. 200
P. 100
P. 95
Front side marker lights
P. 192
Front turn signal/parking lights
P. 171
Fog lights ∗
P. 198
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Rear window defogger
P. 239
Fuel filler door
Doors
P. 104
P. 69
Rear turn signal lights
Trunk
P. 74
Rear view monitor system
camera ∗, *
1, *2
P. 171
Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
∗: If equipped
1
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*
*2: For vehicles with a Display Audio system, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
P. 365
P. 442
P. 480
P. 486
License plate lights
Stop/tail lights
Rear side marker lights
P. 192
P. 192
P. 192
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Pictorial index
Interior
Head restraints
Seat belts
Armrest
P. 83
P. 85
Power window
switches
P. 307
A
P. 97
SRS driver airbag
SRS front passenger
airbag
P. 115
SRS knee
airbags
P. 115
P. 115
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Cup holder
P. 294
Glove box
Front seats
Console box
SRS side airbags
P. 290
P. 78
P. 291
P. 115
A
Vehicles with moon roof
Vanity mirrors
“SOS” button ∗
Moon roof switches
Garage door opener switches ∗
SRS curtain shield airbags
Personal lights
Interior light
Sun visors
P. 115
P. 288
P. 287
Microphone *
P. 299
P. 298
P. 324
P. 100
P. 313
1, *2
Auxiliary box
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
∗: If equipped
1
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*
*2: For vehicles with a Display Audio system, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
P. 296
Compass
P. 93
P. 320
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Pictorial index
A
Vehicles without moon roof
Interior
Vanity mirrors
Sun visors
Auxiliary box
Personal lights
SRS curtain shield airbags
P. 115
Interior lights
Microphone ∗, *
Garage door opener switches ∗
P. 299
P. 298
P. 296
P. 288
P. 287
1, *2
P. 313
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Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Compass ∗
P. 93
P. 320
B
Inside lock button
Power window switches
P. 69
Door lock switch
Window lock switch
P. 97
Outside rear view mirror switches
P. 69
P. 97
P. 95
∗: If equipped
1
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*
*2: For vehicles with a Display Audio system, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
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Pictorial index
C
Interior
Shift lock override
button
P. 456
Shift lever
P. 169
Power outlet ∗
Cup holders
Auxiliary box ∗
P. 303
P. 294
P. 296
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∗: If equipped
Pictorial index
Instrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
∗
P. 192
P. 171
P. 198
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Power (ignition) switch
P. 300
Clock
P. 159
Audio system ∗
Navigation system
Display Audio system ∗, *
P. 174
P. 185
P. 200
P. 240
∗, *
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Fuel filler door opener
Trunk opener
Hood lock release
P. 348
lever
P. 104
P. 74
Horn
P. 173
Floor mat
P. 309
Tire pressure warning
reset switch ∗
Tilt and telescopic steering control lever
Parking brake pedal
∗: If equipped
3
*
: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
4
: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
*
P. 172
P. 366
P. 92
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Pictorial index
A
Instrument panel
Air conditioning system
Security indicator
Rear window defogger switch
Outside rear view mirror defogger switch
P. 232
P. 108, 110
Emergency flasher switch
P. 239
P. 239
∗
P. 408
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B
Audio remote control
switches *
P. 283
“DISP” switch
1, *2
P. 186
Telephone switches ∗, *
Cruise control switch
1, *2
P. 204
Talk switch ∗, *
∗: If equipped
1
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*
*2: For vehicles with a Display Audio system, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
1, *2
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Pictorial index
C
Instrument panel
“ECO MODE” switch
Power outlet
AUX port/USB port *
P. 170
P. 303
P. 270, 281
Seat heater switches ∗
P. 305
1, *2
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“EV MODE” switch
P. 166
D
BSM main switch ∗
P. 215
VSC OFF switch
P. 209
Headlight leveling dial ∗
P. 194
Coin holder
∗: If equipped
1
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*
*2: For vehicles with a Display Audio system, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
P. 292
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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 hybrid system
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system 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 Toyota
does not warrant these products and 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
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic
shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
Scrapping of 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 airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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Vehicle control and operation data recording
Your Toyota is equipped with sophisticated computers that record certain
information about your vehicle’s operation, such as:
• Engine speed
• Motor speed
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position
The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehi-
cle is equipped with. The computers do not record conversations, sound or
pictures.
● Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• 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 law or a government agency
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner
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● Event data recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fas-
tened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine
the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access
to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,
other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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● Disclosure of the EDR data
Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except
when:
• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle)
is obtained
• Officially requested by the police or other authorities
• For use by Toyota in a law suit
• Ordered by a court of law
However, if necessary, Toyota will:
• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing
information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner
● Safety Connect
If your Toyota has Safety Connect and if you have subscribed to those services, please refer to the Safety Connect Telematics Subscription Service
Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.
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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 with resulting 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 windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat
build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to
children.
■ 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 something which, if ignored, may cause death or
serious injury to people. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of death or serious injury to yourself and others.
NOTICE
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to
the vehicle or its equipment. 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
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system .................... 28
Hybrid system
precautions ...................... 33
Energy monitor/
consumption screen......... 39
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips ................................... 48
1-2. Key information
Keys ................................... 50
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and
trunk
Smart key system .............. 53
Wireless remote control ..... 66
Doors ................................. 69
Trunk.................................. 74
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ......................... 78
Rear seats.......................... 81
Head restraints................... 83
Seat belts........................... 85
Steering wheel ................... 92
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror ....................... 93
Outside rear view mirrors... 95
1-5. Opening and closing
the windows and
moon roof
Power windows .................. 97
Moon roof......................... 100
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................. 104
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system .......... 108
Alarm................................ 110
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture..... 113
SRS airbags..................... 115
Front passenger occupant
classification system ...... 128
Child restraint systems..... 133
Installing child
restraints ........................ 137
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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 the use of 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
start-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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