Toyota 2009 Camry Owner's Manual page 149

2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
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When driving the vehicle
Manual transmission
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Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting,
do not release the clutch abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch, trans-
mission and gears.
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Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
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Do not use any gears other than the first gear when starting off and mov-
ing forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
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Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
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Do not shift into reverse when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so may
damage the clutch, transmission and gears.
Automatic transmission
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake ped-
als together to hold the vehicle on a hill.
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When parking the vehicle
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Always put the shift lever in P. Fail-
ure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate
suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
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Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
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Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a
long time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
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When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
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