Toyota Camry Hybrid (2018 year). Instruction

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(Canada)

ABS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system

→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

(Flashes)

(U.S.A.)

(Flashes)
(Canada)

Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)

It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or
released

→ Operate the parking brake once again.

This light comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.

(Flashes)

Brake hold operated indicator

Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system

→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

(Red/yellow)

Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system

→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

(Yellow)

LDA (Lane Departure Alert) indicator

Indicates a malfunction in the LDA

→ When “LDA Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-

information display, turn the LDA system off, drive
the vehicle for a short time, and then turn the LDA
system back on. (

→P. 264)

When a message other than above is displayed, fol-
low the instructions displayed in the message.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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PCS warning light

When the warning light flashes:
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System)

→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

When the warning light illuminates:
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is temporar-
ily unavailable, possibly due to either of the following:
• An area around the radar sensor or camera sensor

being dirty or covered with condensation, ice, stickers,
etc.

→ Clear the dirt, condensation, ice, stickers, etc.

(

→P. 236, 246)

• Radar sensor or camera sensor operational conditions

(such as temperature etc.) being not met

→ Driving is possible in this case. The PCS (Pre-Colli-

sion System) will be enabled if the operational condi-
tions (such as temperature etc.) are met again.

• Either the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system or PCS

(Pre-Collision System) is disabled or both are disabled.

→ To enable the PCS, enable both the VSC system and

PCS. (

→P. 252, 285)

(if equipped)

(Flashes)

ICS OFF indicator

When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the Intelligent Clearance Sonar
system

→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possi-
bly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.

→ Clear the dirt, etc.

Slip indicator

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRAC (Traction Control) system
• The ABS; or
• The hill-start assist control system
The light will flash when the ABS, VSC or TRAC system is
operating.

→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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Low fuel level warning light

Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 1.8 gal. (6.7
L, 1.5 Imp. gal.) or less

→ Refuel the vehicle.

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)

Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts

→ Fasten the seat belt.

If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.

(Type A)

(Type B)

Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning
buzzer)

Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts.

→ Fasten the seat belt.

Master warning light

A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.

→ P. 490

Tire pressure warning light

Indicates the following:
• Low tire pressure due to flat tire;
• Low tire pressure due to natural causes; or
• The tire pressure warning system is malfunctioning

→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Handling method (

→P. 486)

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3
mph (5 km/h) or more.

: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:

The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the power switch is turned to ON mode, the
buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20
km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24
seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the
seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 90
more seconds.

Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the
vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfas-
tened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 90 more seconds.

Rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer:

The rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the
vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfas-
tened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds.
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 30 more seconds.

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SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (front), side
impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle
switch, front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors),
“AIRBAG ON” indicator light, “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light, seat belt preten-
sioners, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (

→P. 36)

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Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer

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If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

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If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.

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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:

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Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

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Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.

The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.

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When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Inspect the tires to check if a tire is punctured.

If a tire is punctured:

→P. 496

If none of the tires are punctured:
Turn the power switch off then turn it to ON mode. Check if the tire pres-
sure warning light comes on or blinks.



If the tire pressure warning light comes on

After the temperature of the tires has lowered sufficiently, check the
inflation pressure of each tire and adjust them to the specified level.

If the warning light does not turn off even after several minutes have
elapsed, check that the inflation pressure of each tire is at the specified
level and perform initialization. (

→P. 430)

If the warning light does not turn off several minutes after the initialization
has been performed, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.



If the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1 minute then stays on

There may be a malfunction in the tire pressure warning system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by tem-
perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).

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When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not
turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire.
Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire inflation
pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few minutes.

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Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function
properly
→P. 436

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Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage tempo-
rarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on
and the warning buzzer may sound.

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Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an
audio sound.

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WARNING

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If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.

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When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is
lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extremely
heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.

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If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.

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Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.

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If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.

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Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

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If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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WARNING

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Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a dif-
ferent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine
the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached
the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warn-
ing system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunc-
tion indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups
as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu-
minated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pres-
sure as intended.

TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.

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Master warning light

The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that
a message is currently being displayed on the multi-information display.

Multi-information display

Handling method

Follow the instructions of the message on the multi-information display.

If any of the warning messages are shown again after the appropriate
actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

If a warning message is displayed

The multi-information display shows warnings of system mal-
functions, incorrectly performed operations, and messages that
indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown,
perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message.

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4.2-inch display

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7-inch display

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The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

The operation of the warning lights and warning buzzers may differ
from those stated. In this case, perform the correction procedure
according to the displayed message.

: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

Messages and warnings

System

warning

light

Warning buzzer

Warning

Comes

⎯

Sounds

Indicates an important situation,
such as when a system related to
driving is malfunctioning or that
danger may result if the correction
procedure is not performed

⎯

Comes

on or

flashes

Sounds

Indicates an important situation,
such as when the systems shown
on the multi-information display
may be malfunctioning

Flashes

⎯

Sounds

Indicates a situation, such as
when damage to the vehicle or
danger may result

Comes

⎯

Does not sound

Indicates a condition, such as mal-
function of electrical components,
their condition, or indicates the
need for maintenance

Flashes

⎯

Does not sound

Indicates a situation, such as
when an operation has been per-
formed incorrectly, or indicates
how to perform an operation cor-
rectly

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Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.

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System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
shown on the multi-information display.

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Malfunction in the ABS
The ABS warning light comes on. (

→P. 481)

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Malfunction in the brake system
The brake system warning light (yellow) comes on. (

→P. 480)

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Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
The tire pressure warning light comes on. (

→P. 483)

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Remaining fuel level is low
The low fuel level warning light comes on. (

→P. 483)

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If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is displayed

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If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

• “Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-

ual”

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If the following message is shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”

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If “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
displayed, follow the instructions accordingly. (

→P. 519)

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If “Maintenance Required for Traction Battery Cooling Parts See Owner’s
Manual” is displayed, follow the instructions accordingly. (

→P. 450)

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If “Hybrid System Overheated Reduced Output Power” is shown
This message may be displayed when driving under severe operating condi-
tions. (For example, when driving up a long steep hill.)

Handling method:

→P. 519

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If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Refrain From the Use of N
Position” is shown
Message is displayed when the remaining charge for the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) is low. As the hybrid battery (traction battery) cannot be charged
when the shift position is in N, when stopping the vehicle for a long period of
time, shift the shift position to P.

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If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Shift into P to Restart” is
shown
Message is displayed when the remaining charge for the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) is low, because vehicle has been shifted N for a long period of
time.
When operating the vehicle, shift the shift position to P and restart the hybrid
system.

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If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the
power switch off with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.

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If “Shift Is in N Release Accelerator Before Shifting” is shown
Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal has been depressed and
the shift lever is in N. Release the accelerator pedal and shift the shift lever to
D or R.

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If “Press Brake When Vehicle Is Stopped Hybrid System May Overheat”
is shown
Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal is depressed to maintain
the vehicle position when stopped on a upward slope, etc.
If this continues, the hybrid system may overheat.
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.

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If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery” is displayed
This message is displayed when the power was cut off due to the automatic
power off function.

The next time the hybrid system is started, increase the engine speed slightly
and maintain it at that speed for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-
volt battery.

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If “A New Key has been Registered Contact Your Dealer for Details” is
displayed
This message will be displayed each time the driver’s door is opened when
the doors are unlocked from the outside for approximately one week after a
new electronic key has been registered.

If this message is displayed but you have not had a new electronic key regis-
tered, ask your Toyota dealer to check if an unknown electronic key (other
than those in your possession) has been registered.

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When “Headlight System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed
The following systems may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.

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The LED headlight system

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The automatic headlight leveling system (if equipped)

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Automatic High Beam

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AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)

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“Front Camera Unavailable” or “Front Camera Vision Blocked Clean and
Demist Windshield” is displayed
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved.

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PCS (Pre-Collision System)

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LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

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Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

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Automatic High Beam

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If “Maintenance Required Soon” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule

should be performed soon.

Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been
reset.

If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset the message after the main-
tenance is performed. (

→P. 405)

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule

Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been
reset.

(The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.)

Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the
maintenance is performed. (

→P. 405)

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the mes-
sage disappears.

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Warning buzzer
→P. 486

NOTICE

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It “High Power Consumption Power to Climate Temporarily Limited” is
frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the 12-
volt battery may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

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If “Have Traction Battery Inspected” is shown (AXVH70 model

)

The hybrid battery (traction battery) is scheduled to be inspected or
replaced. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Continuing to drive the vehicle without having the hybrid battery (traction
battery) inspected will cause the hybrid system not to start.

●

If the hybrid system does not start, contact your Toyota dealer immedi-
ately.

: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (

→P. 527)

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● Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P.
● Stop the hybrid system.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. (→P. 474)

If you have a flat tire

Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.

For details about tires:

→P. 428

WARNING

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If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.

Before jacking up the vehicle

Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Luggage floor cover

Wheel nut wrench

Jack

Spare tire

Jack handle

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Toyota Camry Hybrid (2018 year). Instruction - part 31