Toyota 2008 Camry User manual

2008
Quick Reference Guide
MN 00505-QRG08-CAM
Printed in the USA 6/07
Customer Experience Center
1-800-331-4331

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Spare tire & tools
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This iGuide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual
located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to
review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will
have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and
limitations. Important Cautions,to help you avoid injuries, and
Notices,to help you avoid equipment damage or malfunction, can
also be found in the Owner’s Manual.
www.ToyotaiGuide.com
Interactive Owner’s Guide
Have a question about the main features of your new Toyota? Find
the answers quickly and easily in this Quick Reference Guide, which
includes highlights from the Owner’s Manual.For more detailed
information, and helpful interactive demonstrations and tips, visit
www.Toyotaiguide.com.This user-friendly website makes learning
all about your new vehicle fun and easy.
Tool location
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Jack
Spare tire
With compact spare tire
Without compact spare tire
Removing the spare tire
Loosen and remove the nut.
Remove the spare tire cover.
Loosen and remove the bolt.
Remove the spacer (with aluminum
wheels).
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire
changing and jack positioning procedures.
Trunk-Internal release
Pull up

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2008 Camry Quick Reference Guide
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 9
Indicator symbols 5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry1,2 6
Light control-Instrument panel 8
Smart Key system1,2 7
Air Conditioning/Heating 18-19
Audio 20-21
Auto lock functions210
Automatic Transmission 10
Clock 18
Cruise control 16
Cup holders 22
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)316
Lights1&turn signals 14
Moonroof 12
Multi-information display 15
Parking brake 11
Power outlets-12V DC 15
Seat adjustments-Front 13
Seat adjustments-Rear 13
Seat heaters 19
Seats-Head restraints 12
Steering lock release 11
Steering wheel switches 21
Sunshade-Rear 17
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)17
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 11
Windows-Power 12
Windshield wipers & washers 14
Child comfort guide 24
Door locks 23
Doors-Child safety locks 23
Seat belts 23
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 24
Spare tire & tools 25
Tire Pressure Warning System reset 24
Trunk-Internal release 25
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and
more information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

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Instrument panel
Steering wheel audio controls1
Steering wheel climate controls1
Multi-information display button1
Voice command button1,2
Telephone controls1,2
Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light controls1
Wiper and washer controls
Emergency flasher button
Audio system2
Tire Pressure Warning System reset
Seat heater controls1
AUX audio jack
12V DC Power outlet
“ENGINE START STOP” button (Smart Key)1
Cruise control
Engine (ignition) switch (standard key)
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release
Power rearview mirror control
Air Conditioning controls
Outside rearview mirror1/Back window defogger button
1If equipped
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
Steering wheel controls
Automatic Air Conditioning
Manual Air Conditioning
Steering wheel controls
XLE and LE models
SE model

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Indicator symbolsInstrument cluster
Engine coolant temperature
Service indicator and reminder
Tachometer
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Trip meter reset/Instrument panel light control
Multi-information display
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator
Sequential shift display*
Odometer, two trip meters and outside temperature display
* If equipped
Charging system warning1
Brake system warning1
Front passenger occupant classification or front passenger airbag
ON/OFF indicator
1For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Slip indicator
Vehicle Stability Control
Cruise control indicator2
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Open door warning1
Airbag SRS warning1
Master warning1
Low windshield washer fluid level warning1
Driver seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Front passenger seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Low fuel level warning1
Front fog light indicator
With multi-information display
Without multi-information display

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Keyless entry
Push
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Smart Key system* (if equipped)
Start function
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; the engine not running.
All systems OFF.
ACC
ON
OFF
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Push
Depress
brake pedal
Carrying
Green indicator ON
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch will change the operation mode in succession from:
Locking/Unlocking operation
Carry remote
to lock/unlock
Push
Unlocking
front door*
Grasp
Locking front door
*Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door
only, or all doors. Grasping passenger handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Power (without starting engine)
Opening trunk
Push
Panic button
Push and hold
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 30 seconds of unlocking, all doors will
relock for safety.
Trunk lid
Without Smart Key system With Smart Key system
Push and hold

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Hood release
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Pull
Fuel tank door release and cap
NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
Pull
Turn
Store
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Windshield washer fluid tank
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will
help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,”
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement.”
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness
control -
+
Engine maintenance
4cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine
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Automatic Transmission (if equipped)
1The “ENGINE START STOP”/engine switch must be ON and the brake
pedal depressed to shift from “Park.”
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking
downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always
drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.
Floor shift type:
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (pull and release)
“S” (Sequential) mode
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
Steering lock release
Turn
Turn
Smart Key system Without Smart Key system
Push
Push
Turn
Parking brake
4cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine 6 cylinder (2GR-FE) engine
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
N
“S” mode
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
4
3
Fourth gear
Auto lock functions
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different
modes, or turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.*
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.*
Vehicles without Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or
“LOCK” and driver’s door is opened.
Vehicles with Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is set to ACCESSORY
mode or OFF and driver’s door is opened.
* Automatic Transmission only
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Lever type Pedal type
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Pull (2) Push
Set Release
(1) Pull
slightly
(3) Lower
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Angle
Length
Lock release lever
Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

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Moonroof (if equipped)
Sliding operation Tilting operation
Open
Tilt
Close
Close
Recommended driving
position to minimize
wind noise.
Seat adjustments-Front
Manual seat Power seat
Position
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Position, cushion angle and height
Lumbar support (driver side only)
Seat adjustments-Rear (if equipped)
Reclining type (XLE model)
Seatback angle
lever
Fold down type (LE model)
Pull
Fold down
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release button
Windows-Power
Up
Down
Driver side Window lock switch
Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down
or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window
midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window
remains operable.

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Power outlets-12V DC
Front console
Center console (LE model)
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch/engine switch must be in the “ACC” or
“ON” position to be used.
Center console (XLE and SE model)
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam flasher
Low beam
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Headlights
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns
on the turn signal lights at a reduced intensity.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a
delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed.
Parking lights
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn
High beam
Auto
DRL OFF
Turn
Windshield wipers & washers
Adjust interval
Pull to wash and wipe
Single wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Multi-information display (if equipped)
Push “DISP” to change information in the following:
(1) Outside temperature
(2) Miles left on remaining fuel
(3) Current gas mileage
(4) Running distance from engine start
(5) Average vehicle speed from engine start
(6) Multi-information display OFF
(7) Zoom display of odometer and trip meter
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Bluetooth®technology allows you to place or receive calls without taking
your hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the
compatible telephone and the system.
Refer to “Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone),” Section 3-4 in
the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)
(if equipped)
Microphone
Audio unit
Steering wheel telephone switches
SE model
XLE and LE models
Voice command
button
Volume
Start call
End call
Volume
Start call
End call
Voice command
button
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Cruise control
1The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.
2The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Turning system ON/OFF
Functions
System ON/OFF
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Sunshade-Rear (if equipped)
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)*
(if equipped)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can
be programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 3-7 in the Owner’s Manual for
more details.
For programming assistance, contact the Toyota Customer Experience
Center at 1-800-331-4331, or visit http://www.homelink.com.
*HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

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Front automatic Air Conditioning
Temperature (driver side)
“DUAL” button
Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and
passengers.
Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and
passengers.
Fan speed
Airflow vent
In “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to
reduce window fogging.
Temperature (passenger side)
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Fresh or recirculated cabin air
Outside rearview mirror/Rear defogger
Windshield airflow/defogger
Climate control OFF
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air
intake and fan to adjust automatically.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/Heating
Front manual Air Conditioning
Fan speed
Temperature
Airflow vent
In “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to
reduce window fogging.
Outside rearview mirror*/Rear defogger
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Use fresh air to quickly cool interior, then change to recirculate for
cooler air.
Use for quick cooling. MAX A/C changes air intake to recirculate. It
is not possible to change intake to fresh.
Fresh or recirculated cabin air
* If equipped
Seat heaters (if equipped)
Driver seat
Front passenger seat
Clock
H-Hour set
M-Minute set

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Steering wheel switches (if equipped)
Audio control
(XLE and LE models)
A/C control
(XLE and LE models only)
“ ”
-In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek the
next strong station.
-In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track.
“MODE”
Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn
the audio system OFF.
v
v
Volume control
Temperature
selector
Auto A/C
ON/OFF
A/C OFF
By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music
from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system.
AUX audio jack
Volume control
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Audio
RADIO
To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset
button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to
select.
To scan stations Push and hold “SCAN” to scan preset stations. Push again
to hold selection.
CD PLAYER
To scan tracks on a disc Push and hold “SCAN.” Push again to hold
selection.
CD changer (Type 2 only)
-To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc.
-To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep.
Insert one disc. Shutter will close and then re-open for next disc.
To select a file (MP3/WMA only) Turn “TUNE.FILE.”
To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of “FOLDER.”
Type 2 additional functions
Eject CD
Push to turn
ON/OFF
Push to adjust
tone & balance
Seek station/
CD track select
Station/CD
track scan
Mode
Preset buttons - functions in other
modes indicated above number
Load CD(s)
Push to skip up
/down folder
View CD text
View genre/Push to skip up/down folder
AM/Satellite radio
(SE model)
Wire pass through
Type 1

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Rear
LE modelXLE and SE models
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Cup holders
Front
Manual Transmission models
Not removable
Automatic Transmission models
LE modelXLE and SE models
Pull to open
Push to open
Door locks
Lock
Unlock
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from
the outside.
Rear door
Doors-Child safety locks
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-
extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is
used to help hold child restraint systems securely.
T
o find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child
restraint system, refer to the Owner's Manual.
Keep as low on
hips as possible
Take up
slack
Too high
Seat belts

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Rear seat outside
position guides provide
added comfort for
children who have
outgrown child
restraints.
Child comfort guide
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Push up, or
squeeze lock
release to lower
Tire Pressure Warning System reset
If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (excluding spare),
indicator comes on. Pushing “ SET” button should not turn off the light.
Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes.
After replacing/rotating tire or wheels, the system must be initialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
System reset initialization
1. Push and hold “ SET” button
until the indicator blinks three
times.
2. Wait a few minutes to allow
initialization to complete.
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

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Spare tire & tools
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
This iGuide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual
located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to
review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will
have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and
limitations. Important Cautions,to help you avoid injuries, and
Notices,to help you avoid equipment damage or malfunction, can
also be found in the Owner’s Manual.
www.ToyotaiGuide.com
Interactive Owner’s Guide
Have a question about the main features of your new Toyota? Find
the answers quickly and easily in this Quick Reference Guide, which
includes highlights from the Owner’s Manual.For more detailed
information, and helpful interactive demonstrations and tips, visit
www.Toyotaiguide.com.This user-friendly website makes learning
all about your new vehicle fun and easy.
Tool location
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Jack
Spare tire
With compact spare tire
Without compact spare tire
Removing the spare tire
Loosen and remove the nut.
Remove the spare tire cover.
Loosen and remove the bolt.
Remove the spacer (with aluminum
wheels).
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire
changing and jack positioning procedures.
Trunk-Internal release
Pull up