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'07Camry hybrid_U (L/O 0610)
SECTION 3
STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting and driving
Preparing to start the hybrid system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
How to start the hybrid system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Driving and parking using smart key system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Tips for driving in various conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
Winter driving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Dinghy towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
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How to start the hybrid
Preparing to start the hybrid system--
system (a) Before starting (b) Starting the hybrid system
1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly.
fore getting in. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, sories.
seat cushion angle, seat height, head 3. Put the selector lever in "P".
restraint height and steering wheel
angle. 4. Depress the brake pedal and hold it to
the floor until driving off.
3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view
mirrors. As the hybrid system can be started only
with the transmission in the "P" position,
4. Lock all side doors and back door. put the selector lever in "P" whenever
5. Fasten seat belts. starting the system.
When you get in the vehicle, check
whether the "READY" light is on or
not.
PUSH BUTTON START FUNCTION
CAUTION The hybrid system can be started by
pressing the "POWER" switch.
Your vehicle does not produce any Before starting the hybrid system, be sure
noise or vibration when the vehicle is to follow the instructions in "(a) Before
ready to be driven with the "READY" starting".
indicator light on. Move your foot Starting procedure
carefully from the brake pedal to the
acceleration pedal when driving. With your foot off the accelerator pedal,
press the "POWER" switch briefly and
firmly. The "READY" light starts flashing
and then it stays on with sounding a
beep. If the ambient temperature is low,
such as during winter driving conditions,
it may take longer than the usual amount
of time until the "READY" light stays on.
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The engine may not start even with the D There are instances in which the hybrid
"READY" light on. system will not start, even if the key
If there is a problem somewhere in the is in the vehicle (e.g. on the floor, in
hybrid system, the message "CHECK the cup holder or glove box).
HYBRID SYSTEM" will appear on the When the push button start function
multi-information display. Have your does not operate properly, the following
vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as may be causes:
soon as possible. D The key battery may be discharged if
the electronic key does not work.
You can start the hybrid system by
touching the Toyota logo side of the
electronic key to the "POWER" switch.
For details, see "Smart key system" on
If the hybrid system will not start... page 32 in Section 1-2.
In the following cases, the hybrid system Replace the key battery as soon as
will not start. possible. (See "--Replacing battery" on
D If a buzzer sounds from the vehicle, page 30 in Section 1-2.)
and the message "KEY IS NOT D The hybrid system was repeatedly
DETECTED" appears on the multi-infor- turned on and off over a short period.
mation display and the master warning Wait 10 seconds and then start the
light comes on when pressing the hybrid system.
"POWER" switch, this indicates that the
key is not in the vehicle.
D If the key is placed in the trunk, the
hybrid system cannot be started.
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D If the amber indicator light on the If the 12 volt battery is disconnected or
"POWER" switch flashes, and the mes- run down...
sage "CHECK S/T LOCK" appears on The "READY" light will not come on and
the multi-information display and the the hybrid system will not start after you
master warning light comes on, there is reconnect, replace or recharge the battery.
a problem in the steering lock function. In this case, perform the following proce-
Contact your Toyota dealer, and have dure to restart the hybrid system:
your vehicle and all keys inspected. 1. Turn the hybrid system off.
D If the amber indicator light on the 2. Open and close the driver's door.
"POWER" switch flashes, and no mes-
sage appears on the multi-information 3. Press the "POWER" switch briefly and
display, there is a problem in the push firmly.
button start function. If the hybrid system still will not start,
contact your Toyota dealer.
D If the green indicator light on the Contact your Toyota dealer, and have
"POWER" switch flashes, and the mes- your vehicle and all keys inspected.
CAUTION
sage "S/T IS NOT UNLOCKED" ap- D In addition to the above, there are
pears on the multi-information display instances in which the smart key sys-
and the master warning light comes on, Never start the hybrid system from
tem does not operate properly because
the steering wheel is locked. outside the vehicle, or an accident
of the circumstances of use. For de-
may occur. Be sure to sit in the driv-
To free the steering lock, turn the tails, see "Smart key system" on page er seat, then start the system.
steering wheel slightly while pressing 32 in Section 1-2.
the "POWER" switch. In cases other than those described
above, it is possible that a problem has
occurred in an area other than the start
system. See "If your vehicle will not start"
on page 313 in Section 4.
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Driving and parking using
smart key system
TIPS FOR USING SMART KEY SYSTEM
NOTICE
When using the smart key system, it is
z If any message appears on the mul- possible to start or stop the hybrid system
ti-information display or service re- as long as the key is on your person.
minder indicator light comes on
For this reason, it is possible that a pas-
(see page 140 and page 150 in Sec-
senger may remove the key from the ve-
tion 1-6 for details) or the 12 volt
hicle without the driver being aware of the
battery is disconnected, the hybrid
fact. In such a case, it is not possible to
system may not be started. In that
restart the hybrid system after having
case, push the "POWER" switch
turned it off. In addition, it is possible that
again. If the "READY" light does
one may get out of the vehicle without
not come on, contact your Toyota
being aware that the "POWER" switch has
dealer.
not been turned off completely.
z When you start the hybrid system Master warning light and multi-informa-
When driving or getting in or out of the
at a lower outside temperature, it tion display
vehicle, drivers should make sure that
may take longer before the blinking
they are carrying the key.
"READY" light changes to constant SYSTEM FUNCTION REMINDERS
on.
CAUTION Follow the instructions described below if
any of the following warnings occur:
Do not touch the "POWER" switch
(A) A warning buzzer sounds once from
while driving.
the instrument cluster when the
"POWER" switch is pushed.
If you have to make an emergency stop,
This indicates that the driver has gotten
press and hold the "POWER" switch for
into the vehicle without the key. The mes-
more than 3 seconds.
sage "KEY IS NOT DETECTED" will also
appear on the multi-information display
and the master warning light will come on.
Operate the "POWER" switch only after
taking care that the key is in the vehicle.
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If the warning light is still lit when the key (C) A warning buzzer sounds from the (D) A warning buzzer sounds continu-
is in the vehicle, the key battery is dis- vehicle for two seconds after locking ously from the instrument cluster
charged. Check that the indicator light on the door with the door handle when opening the driver's door.
the key comes on by pushing the lock switch. This indicates that the transmission selec-
button on the key. When the indicator light This indicates that the driver is attempting tor lever is in a position other than "P"
does not come on, change the key battery to lock the doors while carrying the key, and that the "POWER" switch is not
so that smart key system works properly. neglecting to follow the instructions for turned off. The message "SHIFT TO P
(B) A warning buzzer sounds once from case (B) above. RANGE" will also appear on the multi-in-
the instrument cluster, accompanied Lock the doors only after turning off the formation display.
by three warning sounds from the hybrid system by pressing the "POWER" Get out of the vehicle only after setting
vehicle when the driver gets out of switch and checking that the indicator light the transmission selector lever in the "P"
the vehicle and closes the door. on the "POWER" switch has gone off. position, turning off the hybrid system by
This indicates that the driver is attempting A warning buzzer that sounds even though pressing the "POWER" switch and
to leave the vehicle carrying the key with the engine has been turned off indicates checking that the indicator light on the
"POWER" switch turned off although the that driver is attempting to lock the ve- "POWER" switch has gone off.
transmission selector lever has been set hicle with the keys still in the vehicle.
in the "P" position. The message "KEY IS
NOT DETECTED" will also appear on the Leave the vehicle only after making sure
multi-information display and the master that you are carrying the key.
warning light will come on.
Get out of the vehicle only after turning
off the hybrid system by pressing the
"POWER" switch and checking that the
indicator light on the "POWER" switch has
gone off. If the driver returns to the ve-
hicle without carrying the key and begins
driving, a warning buzzer will sound once
more.
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(E) A warning buzzer sounds continu- (F) A warning buzzer sounds once from (H) A warning buzzer sounds once from
ously from the instrument cluster the instrument cluster and three the instrument cluster when the
and from the vehicle when closing times from the vehicle when a pas- "POWER" switch is turned off.
the door after getting out of the ve- senger is getting out of the vehicle. This indicates that the key battery is low.
hicle. This indicates that the passenger is (This warning buzzer sounds only when
This indicates that the driver is attempting attempting to leave the vehicle carrying the hybrid system has been on or the
to leave the vehicle carrying the key, ne- the key, without turning the hybrid system "POWER" switch has been set at ON for
glecting to follow the instructions for case off. The message "KEY IS NOT 20 minutes or more.) The message "LOW
(D) above. The messages, "SHIFT TO P DETECTED" will also appear on the KEY BATTERY" will also appear on the
RANGE" and "KEY IS NOT DETECTED", multi-information display and the master multi-information display.
will also appear alternately on the multi- warning light will come on. Change the key battery ahead of time in
information display and the master warn- When passengers get out of the vehicle, order to ensure that the smart key system
ing light will come on. care should be taken to leave the key works properly.
Get out of the vehicle only after setting with the driver. If the driver begins driving (I) A warning buzzer sounds repeatedly
the transmission selector lever in the "P" after a passenger gets out of the vehicle from the instrument cluster when
position, turning off the hybrid system by carrying the key, a warning buzzer will opening the driver's door with the
pressing the "POWER" switch and sound once more. "POWER" switch turned off.
checking that the indicator light on the (G) A warning buzzer sounds from the
"POWER" switch has gone off. This indicates that the steering wheel is
vehicle for two seconds when lock- not locked. Turn the engine off and then
ing the vehicle from the outside with open the door in order to lock the steering
the door handle switch. wheel.
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to lock the door with the key still in the
vehicle.
Leave the vehicle only after making sure
that you are carrying the key.
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Tips for driving in various
conditions
(J) The "POWER" switch flashes green THEFT PREVENTION FUNCTION D Always slow down in gusty crosswinds.
once every second. D When the hybrid system is turned off, This will allow you much better control.
This indicates that the steering lock is the engine immobilizer system is auto- D Drive slowly onto curbs and, if pos-
stuck. The message "S/T IS NOT matically set. (See "Engine immobilizer sible, at a right angle. Avoid driving
UNLOCKED" will also appear on the system" on page 24 in Section 1-2.) onto high, sharp-edged objects and
multi-information display. D When the driver's door is opened after other road hazards. Failure to do so
To free it, rotate the steering wheel slight- turning off the hybrid system, the steer- can lead to severe tire damage such
ly while pressing the "POWER" switch. ing wheel will lock. as a tire burst.
(K) The "POWER" switch flashes amber When the 12 volt battery is discharged, Drive slowly when passing over bumps
once every 2 seconds. the steering lock function may not op- or travelling on a bumpy road. Other-
erate properly. wise, the impact could cause severe
When the message "CHECK S/T LOCK" damage to the tires and/or wheels.
appears on the multi-information display--
This indicates a problem with the steering D When parking on a hill, turn the front
lock function. Have your vehicle checked wheels until they touch the curb so
at your Toyota dealer. that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the
parking brake, and place the transmis-
When no message appears on the multi- sion in "P". If necessary, block the
information display-- wheels.
This indicates a problem with the push
button start function. Have your vehicle
checked at your Toyota dealer.
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D Washing your vehicle or driving through
deep water may get the brakes wet. To D To drive down a long or steep hill, D Do not continue normal driving
see whether they are wet, check that reduce your speed and use engine when the brakes are wet. If they are
there is no traffic near you, and then brake. Remember, if you ride the wet, your vehicle will require a
press the pedal lightly. If you do not brakes excessively, they may over- longer stopping distance, and it
feel a normal braking force, the brakes heat and not work properly. may pull to one side when the
are probably wet. To dry them, drive D Be careful when accelerating, en- brakes are applied. Also, the park-
the vehicle cautiously while lightly gine braking or braking on a slip- ing brake will not hold the vehicle
pressing the brake pedal with the park- pery surface. Sudden acceleration securely.
ing brake applied. If they still do not or engine braking could cause the
work safely, pull to the side of the road vehicle to skid or spin.
and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
D Do not drive in excess of the speed
limit. Even if the legal speed limit
CAUTION permits it, do not drive over 140
km/h (85 mph) unless your vehicle
D Before driving off, make sure that has high-speed capability tires.
the parking brake is fully released Driving over 140 km/h (85 mph) may
and the parking brake reminder result in tire failure, loss of control
light is off. and possible injury. Be sure to con-
D Do not leave your vehicle unat- sult a tire dealer to determine
tended while the hybrid system is whether the tires on your vehicle
operating. are high-speed capability tires or
D Do not rest your foot on the brake not before driving at such speeds.
pedal while driving. It can cause
dangerous overheating, needless
wear, and poor fuel economy.
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Winter driving tips
Make sure your coolant is properly pro- Check the condition of the 12 volt bat- Use a washer fluid containing an anti-
tected against freezing. tery and cables. freeze solution.
Only use "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" Cold temperatures lower the performance This product is available at your Toyota
or similar high quality ethylene glycol of the 12 volt battery, so it must be in top dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, shape to provide enough power for winter the manufacturer's directions for how
and non-borate coolant with long-life starting. Section 7-3 tells you how to much to mix with water.
hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant visually inspect the 12 volt battery. Your
with long-life hybrid organic acid Toyota dealer and most service stations NOTICE
technology is a combination of low will be pleased to check the level of
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
phosphates and organic acids.) charge.
other substitute because it may dam-
See "Checking the coolant level" on page Make sure the engine oil viscosity is age your vehicle's paint.
357 in Section 7-2 for details of coolant suitable for the cold weather.
type selection. See page 356 in Section 7-2 for recom- Do not use your parking brake when
For the U.S.A.--"Toyota Super Long Life mended viscosity. Leaving a heavy sum- there is a possibility it could freeze.
Coolant" is a mixture of 50% coolant and mer oil in your vehicle during winter
When parking, put the transmission into
50% deionized water. This coolant pro- months may cause harder starting. If you
"P" and block the rear wheels. Do not use
vides protection down to about -35_C are not sure about which oil to use, call
the parking brake, or snow or water accu-
(-31_F). your Toyota dealer--they will be pleased
mulated in and around the parking brake
For Canada--"Toyota Super Long Life to help.
mechanism may freeze, making it hard to
Coolant" is a mixture of 55% coolant and Keep the door locks from freezing. release.
45% deionized water. This coolant pro- Squirt lock de-icer or glycerine into the Keep ice and snow from accumulating
vides protection down to about -42_C locks to keep them from freezing. under the fenders.
(-44_F).
Ice and snow built up under your fenders
NOTICE can make steering difficult. During bad
winter driving, stop and check under the
Do not use plain water alone. fenders occasionally.
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Dinghy towing Trailer towing
Depending on where you are driving,
we recommend you carry some emer-
gency equipment.
Some of the things you might put in the
vehicle are tire chains, window scraper,
bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel,
jumper cables, etc.
Your vehicle is not designed to be Toyota does not recommend towing a
dinghy towed (with four wheels on the trailer with your Toyota. Toyota also
ground) behind a motorhome. does not recommend the installation of
a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch
NOTICE carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bi-
cycle, etc. Your Toyota is not designed
Do not tow your vehicle with four
for trailer towing or for the use of tow
wheels on the ground. This may
hitch mounted carriers.
cause serious damage to your vehicle.
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How to save fuel and make
your vehicle last longer
Improving fuel economy is easy--just take D When parking, be sure to put the D Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in
it easy. It will help make your vehicle last transmission into the "P" position. In top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improp-
longer, too. Here are some specific tips the "N" position, the engine operates er valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil
on how to save money on both fuel and but electricity cannot be generated. The and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc.
repairs: hybrid battery will be discharged requir- all lower engine performance and con-
D Keep your tires inflated at the cor- ing unnecessary engine power to re- tribute to poor fuel economy. For longer
rect pressure. Underinflation causes charge. life of all parts and lower operating
tire wear and wastes fuel. See page D Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams costs, keep all maintenance work on
359 in Section 7-2 for instructions. whenever possible. schedule, and if you often drive under
severe conditions, see that your vehicle
D Do not carry unneeded weight in D Do not rest your foot on the brake receives more frequent maintenance.
your vehicle. Excess weight puts a pedal. This causes premature wear, (For scheduled maintenance informa-
heavier load on the hybrid system, overheating and poor fuel economy. tion, please refer to the "Scheduled
causing greater fuel consumption. D Maintain a moderate speed on high- Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manu-
D Accelerate slowly and smoothly. ways. The faster you drive, the greater al Supplement".)
Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high the fuel consumption. By reducing your
gear as quickly as possible. speed, you will cut down on fuel con- CAUTION
D Avoid continuous speeding up and sumption.
slowing down. Stop-and-go driving D Keep the front wheels in proper Never turn off the hybrid system to
wastes fuel. alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and coast down hills. Your power steering
and brake booster do not function
D Avoid unnecessary stopping and slow down on rough roads. Improper
when the hybrid system is off. In
braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try alignment not only causes faster tire
wear but also puts an extra load on addition, the emission control system
to time the traffic signals so you only operates properly only when the hy-
need to stop as little as possible or the hybrid system, which, in turn,
wastes fuel. brid system is operating.
take advantage of through streets to
avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper dis- D Keep the bottom of your vehicle free
tance from other vehicles to avoid sud- from mud, etc. This not only lessens
den braking. This will also reduce wear weight but also helps prevent corro-
on your brakes. sion.
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