Toyota Camry 2020 User manual

QUICK
REFERENCE
GUIDE
2020

CAMRY
2020
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental
operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for
the Owner’s Manual located in your 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 your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor North
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new Camry.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Camry operations.
Every Camry owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this
vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout
the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you
avoid injury or equipment malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing.
Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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OVERVIEWFEATURES & OPERATIONSTOYOTA SAFETY SENSESAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
Engine maintenance 8
Fuel tank door release & cap 7
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Instrument panel light control 8
Keyless (and remote) entry1,2 6
Smart Key system1,2 7
1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information.
3 HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
BLUETOOTH® DEVICE
PAIRING SECTION 46-48
Air conditioning/heating 16-17
Audio 26
Auto lock/unlock1,2 9
Automatic transmission 9
Bird’s Eye View Camera
with Perimeter Scan function 19
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear
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Clock 29
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Door locks 24
Driving mode select switches 12
Electric parking brake 11
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)329
Lights1& turn signals 14
Moonroof 23
Multi-Information Display (MID)1 20
Panoramic glass roof
with front moonroof 22
Parking brake 10
Power outlet-12V DC 25
Qi Wireless charger 28
Rear view monitor system 19
Seat adjustments-Front 13
Seat folding-Rear 13
Seat heaters/ventilators 15
Seats-Head restraints 13
Floor mat installation 45
Rear door child safety locks 41
Safety Connect®42
Seat belts 41
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 41
Spare tire & tools 43
Star Safety System™44-45
Trunk-Internal release 43
Tire Pressure Monitoring
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Steering wheel switches
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USB charge-ports 25
USB media port 25
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Windshield wipers & washers 15
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Steering wheel controls
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OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
(below the steering wheel) Ignition switch1
Headlight/turn signal/fog light control
Automatic High Beam (AHB) switch
VSC OFF switch
Bird’s EyeView Camera ON/OFF switch1,2
Trunk opener switch
Fuel tank door release switch
Odometer/trip meter
Instrument panel light control switch
“STOP/START/ENGINE”button1
Hood release lever
Dynamic Radar Cruise
Control (DRCC) or Cruise
control switch
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
(DRCC) vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button
Lane DepartureAlert with Steering
Assist (LDA w/SA) switch
Audio volume
control switch2
Telephone switch
Audio remote control
switches2
Paddle shifters1
Windshield wiper and washer control
Meters/Multi-Information Display (MID)
Meter control switches
Voice command switch2
Parking brake1

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OVERVIEWFEATURES & OPERATIONSTOYOTA SAFETY SENSESAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
1If equipped.
2For details, refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual” or visit
www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia for additional resources.
Emergency flasher switch
Air conditioning/heating controls1
Electric parking brake switch1
Brake hold switch1
Driving mode select switches1
Seat heaters1/ventilators1
switches
Audio/navigation system1,2
QiWireless charger switch1

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For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, 2020 Owner’s
Manual.
Airbag SRS warning1
OVERVIEW
Instrument cluster
Automatic High Beam (AHB)
indicator1
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
indicator4
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
warning1
AIRBAG ON/OFF indicator Type A1
AIRBAG ON/OFF indicator Type B1
Indicator symbols
Tachometer
Tachometer
Outside temperature
Outside temperature
Speedometer
Speedometer
Odometer/trip meter
Odometer/trip meter
Shift position
Shift position
Fuel gauge
Fuel gauge
Multi-information display
Multi-information display
Engine coolant temperature display
Engine coolant temperature display
Instrument panel light control
Instrument panel light control
Service indicators and reminders
4.2-inch display
7-inch display

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Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise
Control (DRCC) indicator/DRCC
SET indicator
Brake system warning1
Malfunction/
Check Engine indicator1
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt
reminder (alarm will sound when the
engine switch is “ON” position*/
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Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Low fuel level warning
Security indicator
Fuel tank door position
Master warning1,2
Headlight low/high
beam indicators
Turn signal indicator
Pre-Collision System (PCS)
warning light1,2
Slip indicator1,3
Vehicle Stability Control OFF
indicator1
Eco driving indicator1
Parking brake indicator2
Rear passenger seat belt reminder
indicator Type A
Rear passenger seat belt reminder
indicator Type B
Brake hold operated indicator1,2,4
Brake hold standby indicator1
BSM w/Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) Indicator4
BSM outside rear view mirror
indicators4
Brake system warning
(yellow indicator)1,4
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator
(white/green/yellow3)
Electric power steering warning1
(red/yellow indicator)
Sport mode driving indicator4
ECO MODE indicator4
Low outside temperature indicator
Constant speed cruise control
indicator/Constant speed
cruise control SET indicator
1If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner’s Manual.
3If the indicator flashes, it indicates that the system is operating.
4If equipped.
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* Vehicles without a Smart Key system
** Vehicles with a Smart Key system

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LOCKING OPERATION
UNLOCKING OPERATION
TRUNK LID
PANIC BUTTON
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will
relock for safety.
OVERVIEW
Keyless (and remote) entry
All-door lock
Touch
Smart Key
Smart Key
Smart Key
Smart Key
Carry Smart
Key remote
Carry Smart
Key remote
Carry Smart
Key remote
Grasp
Driver door unlock*
Push
ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Push
Push
Push and hold
Push
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or
all doors. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors.

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START FUNCTION
Fuel tank door release & cap
Smart key system
NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard.
If the cap is not tightened enough,
Check engine “ ” indicator may
illuminate.
Turn to open
Store
Push
Close
Carry remote
to start Depress
brake pedal Push
NOTE: The Smart Key must be carried to enable the start function. With the
gear shift lever in Park and the brake pedal depressed, push the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch.
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Off - All systems OFF. Emergency flashers can be used.
Accessory – Some electrical components can be used.
On - All electrical components can be used.

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OVERVIEW
Hood release
Engine maintenance
Instrument panel light control
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the
“Warranty Maintenance Guide.”
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Push to control brightness Push
Darker Brighter
Windshield washer fluid tank
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil filler cap
Pull up latch and raise hood
Pull

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Automatic transmission
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Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
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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.
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Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
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-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set to OFF and driver’s door is opened.
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OVERVIEWFEATURES & OPERATIONSTOYOTA SAFETY SENSESAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
+ (“S” mode)
Shift lever
Paddle shifters*
*If equipped
- (“S” mode)
- (“S” mode)
+ (“S” mode)
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
FEATURES & OPERATIONS

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Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Smart Key
Without Smart Key
Steering lock release
Push
TurnTurn Turn
Parking brake (if equipped)
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while
turning the steering wheel slightly left
and right.
A message informing the driver that the
steering wheel is locked will be
displayed on the multi-information
display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Press the engine switch while turning
the steering wheel left and right.
Lock release lever
Angle
Length
FEATURES & OPERATIONS

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Electric parking brake (if equipped)
Automatic (shift lever operation)
To turn automatic mode ON, while vehicle is stopped, pull and hold switch until
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While depressing brake, shifting into P position will automatically set the brake
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To release brake,
depress brake and shift out of P. The indicator light turns off.
To turn automatic mode OFF, push and hold parking brake switch until “EPB Shift
Interlock Function Deactivated” displays on the MID.
Manual
While vehicle is stopped and brake pedal is depressed, pull to set parking brake
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To release, press
the brake pedal and push switch. The indicator light turns off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Parking brake light
Parking brake light
Standby indicator Operated indicator
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PARKING BRAKE
The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in D, S or N
with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the vehicle.
The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed with the
shift lever in D or S to allow smooth start off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
BRAKE HOLD
Driver side
Automatic mode Manual mode

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Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/TRAC OFF Switch
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Driving mode select switches (if equipped)
The VSC OFF switch can be used to help free a stuck vehicle in surroundings like
mud, dirt or snow. While the vehicle is stopped, press switch to disable the TRAC
system.
To disable both VSC and TRAC systems, press and hold the switch for at least 3
seconds.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Normal -
Suitable for normal driving.
SPORT mode -
Use when a higher level
of response is desired,
such as when driving in
mountainous regions.
ECO MODE -
Helps achieve lower fuel
consumption during trips
that involve frequent
accelerating and braking. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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Seat adjustments - Front
Seats - Head restraints
Seat folding - Rear (if equipped)
(1) (2)
Tip: To fold rear seats, the release button is located in the trunk.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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Seat position (forward/backward)
Seat cushion angle Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Lumbar support
(if equipped,
driver side only)
Height crank (driver side only)
Seatback angle
Seat position (forward/backward)
Lock release button
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HEADLIGHTS
TURN SIGNALS
Lights & turn signals
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on under certain conditions
to make vehicle more visible to other drivers. Not for use at night.
Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after 30 second delay,
or lock switch on remote is pushed after locking.
Automatic High Beam (AHB) system Automatically switches between high and low
beams as appropriate to enhance vision at night.
Refer to Toyota Safety Sense™P (TSS-P) in this guide or the Owner’s Manual for
more details on the Automatic High Beam feature.
* Operating conditions must be met. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details.
1
The right hand signals will flash three times.
2
The left hand signals will flash three times.
Parking lights
Headlights
DRL OFF
AUTO
High beam
Automatic High Beam*
or
Right turn
Lane change1
Lane change2
Left turn
High beam flasher
Low beam

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*Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/decrease
wipe frequency.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Windshield wipers & washers
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Adjust frequency*
Pull to wash and wipe
Mist
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Seat heaters/ventilators (if equipped)
Driver seat
Driver seat
Driver seat
Front passenger
seat
Front passenger
seat
Front passenger
seat

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Air conditioning/heating
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Temperature selector
(driver’s side)
Temperature selector
Automatic climate control ON -
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents, air intake
and fan to adjust automatically to set
temperature.
Automatic climate control ON -
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents, air intake
and fan to adjust automatically to set
temperature.
“SYNC” button - Indicator ON: Synchronized
temperature settings for driver and pas-
sengers. Indicator OFF: Separate temperature
settings for driver and passengers.
Airflow mode display
Airflow mode display
Airflow vent mode - In “ ” or “ ” mode,
use outside air (“ ” indicator OFF) to
reduce window fogging.
Airflow vent mode - In “ ” or “ ” mode,
use outside air (“ ” indicator OFF) to
reduce window fogging.
Temperature selector
(passenger’s side)
Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
Outside rearview mirror*/
rear window defogger
* If equipped
* If equipped
Rear window defogger
Outside rearview mirror*/
rear window defogger
Climate control OFF
Climate control OFF
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Rear window defogger
Air Conditioning
ON/OFF
Fan speed
Fan speed
Windshield airflow/defogger
Windshield airflow/defogger
Without “SYNC” button
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Fan speed
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Temperature selector
(driver’s side)
Automatic climate control ON -
Adjusting the temperature setting
will cause the airflow vents, air intake
and fan to adjust automatically to set
temperature.
“SYNC” button - Indicator ON: Synchronized
temperature settings for driver and pas-
sengers. Indicator OFF: Separate temperature
settings for driver and passengers.
Airflow mode display
Airflow vent mode - In “ ” or “ ” mode,
use outside air (“ ” indicator OFF) to
reduce window fogging.
Airflow vent mode - In “ ” or “ ”
mode, use outside air (“ ” indicator
OFF) to reduce window fogging.
Temperature selector
(passenger’s side)
Temperature selector
Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
Outside rearview mirror*/
rear window defogger
Outside rearview mirror*/
rear window defogger
Air conditioning ON/OFF
Rear window defogger
* If equipped
* If equipped
Climate control OFF
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Fan speed
Windshield airflow/defogger
Windshield airflow/defogger
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Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has two functions:
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The system is designed to use radar sensors to detect vehicles traveling in the
Camry’s blind spot. If a vehicle is detected, the driver will be alerted via the outside
rear view side mirror indicators.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function:
While in reverse, when a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the
vehicle is detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details on this system before
attempting to use it.
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross
Traffic Alert (BSM w/RCTA) (if equipped)
Indicators
Indicators
RCTA function
display
Buzzer (RCTA only)
Outside rear view mirror indicators