Page 1 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Instrument panel overview DWith lever type parking brake 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Side vents 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Personal lights 6. Electric moon roof switch 7. Garage door opener 8. Auxiliary boxes 9. Power door lock switches 10.
Page 3 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) DWith pedal type parking brake 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Side vents 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Personal lights 6. Electric moon roof switch 7. Garage door opener 8. Auxiliary boxes 9. Power door lock switches 10.
Page 4 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) DWith manual air conditioning controls 1. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 2. Wiper and washer switches 3. Emergency flasher switch 4. Clock/outside temperature display, multi- information display, and “AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF” indicator lights 5.
Page 5 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) DWith automatic air conditioning controls 1. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 2. Wiper and washer switches 3. Emergency flasher switch 4. Clock/outside temperature display, multi- information display, and “AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF” indicator lights 5.
Page 6 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) DSteering switches DCenter console 1. Audio remote control switches 2. Cruise control switch 3. Multi- information display control switches Type A Type A Type B Type B 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 7 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 1. Seat heater switches 2. Power outlet 3. Auxiliary box 4. Cigarette lighter and ashtray 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 8: Instrument Cluster Overview
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Instrument cluster overview 1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 4. Speedometer 7. Odometer and two trip meters 2. Service reminder indicators and 5. Fuel gauge 8. Trip meter reset knob indicator lights 6. Low fuel level warning light 3.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel Open door warning light Brake system warning light SRS warning light windshield washer fluid level warning Driver’s seat belt reminder light light Vehicle stability control system and traction Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light control system warning light Engine oil replacement reminder light Discharge warning light...
Page 10 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Headlight high beam indicator light Turn signal indicator lights Automatic transmission indicator lights Overdrive- off indicator light Slip indicator light Traction control system off indicator light Cruise control indicator light : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers”...
Page 11 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys ............Engine immobilizer system .
Page 12: Keys
These keys work in every lock. These keys work in every lock. Your If you should lose your keys or if you Toyota dealer will need one of them to Since the doors and trunk lid can be need additional keys, duplicates can be...
Page 13 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 2. Sub key (gray)— This key will not work in the glove box and trunk. To protect items locked in the trunk or glove box when using valet parking, leave the sub key with the attendant. A transponder chip for engine immobilizer system has been placed in the head of the master and sub keys.
Page 14 If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key num- ber and storing it in a safe place.
Page 15: Engine Immobilizer System
The engine will start only when indicator light will go off. the electronic code in the chip corre- For your Toyota dealer to make you a sponds to the registered ID code for new key with built- in transponder chip, the vehicle.
Page 16 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If you make your own duplicate key, For vehicles sold in U.S.A. For vehicles sold in Canada you will not be able to cancel the sys- tem or start the engine. FCC ID: MOZRI- 20BTY This device complies with RSS- 210 of MADE IN JAPAN Industry Canada.
Page 17: Wireless Remote Control
If you lose your transmitter, contact your Do not leave the transmitter in places Toyota dealer as soon as possible to where the temperature becomes high avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- 1. “LOCK” switch such as on the dashboard.
Page 18 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Locking and unlocking doors To lock and unlock all the doors, push When the “UNLOCK” switch is pressed, the switches of the transmitter slowly the interior light and ignition switch light and securely. come on. The lights remain on for about 15 seconds unless any door is opened To lock: Push the “LOCK”...
Page 19 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Opening trunk lid —Activating panic mode —Switching beep sound You can switch the beep on and off. (The beep is on initially and after battery re- placement.) To switch the beep on and off: With the driver’s door opened— 1.
Page 20 Replace only with same or NOTICE equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer. Do not bend the terminals. z Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. Replace the transmitter battery by follow- ing these procedures: 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 21: Side Doors
With wireless remote control— mitter still does not operate properly, con- All the doors lock and unlock simulta- tact your Toyota dealer. neously with the driver’s door. Turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock all the doors simultaneously.
Page 22 Toyota strongly recommends that all neously. children be placed in the rear seat of When all the doors are unlocked simulta- the vehicle.
Page 23 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH The power door lock switch can be reset POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH in the following ways. Push the switch. Turn the ignition key to “ON”. To lock: Push the switch down on the Unlock all the doors with the key or front side.
Page 24 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Automatic door locking and unlocking functions (vehicles with automatic transmission) You can select the following modes of CAUTION the automatic locking and unlocking functions. The initial mode is mode 1. Before driving, be sure that the doors Mode 1—Automatic locking...
Page 25 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Mode 4—Automatic locking and un- CHANGING THE MODE The flashing of the open door warning locking linked with the shift position light indicates the mode which has been The mode toggles through from mode and ignition switch selected.
Page 26: Power Windows
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Power windows Automatic operation: Type A—Push the switch completely down and then release it. The window will fully open. To stop the window partway, lightly pull the switch up and then release it. Type B—Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up, and then release it.
Page 27 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Window Never try jamming any part of your lock body to activate the jam protection switch function intentionally. The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the window fully closed. OPERATING PASSENGERS’...
Page 28: Trunk Lid
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Trunk lid— CAUTION Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, To avoid serious personal injury, you especially with the ignition key still must do the following. inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the power window switches and Before you close the power win- trapped in a window.
Page 29 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Lock release lever —Luggage security system CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. To open the trunk lid from the driver’s This system prevents someone (with seat, pull up on the lock release lever.
Page 30 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Internal trunk release handle CAUTION Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reach. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Unsupervised children may lock themselves in the vehicle or trunk and suffer serious injuries or death.
Page 31: Hood
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Hood Theft deterrent system To open the hood: 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the To deter vehicle theft, the system is auxiliary catch lever and lift designed to sound an alarm if any of 1.
Page 32 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SETTING THE SYSTEM WHEN THE SYSTEM IS SET 1. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” Activating the system position and remove it. The system will sound the alarm under The indicator light will start flashing when the following conditions: the key is removed from the ignition If any of the doors are unlocked or if...
Page 33: Fuel Tank Cap
If the system does not work properly, CANCELLING THE SYSTEM have it checked by your Toyota dealer. The system will be cancelled by the above mentioned 3 ways. If the tail lights come on for 2 seconds,...
Page 34 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn 3. The removed cap can be stored on lever up. the cap counterclockwise by 90 de- the back side of the fuel filler door. grees (to the pressure point 1), and When refueling, turn off the engine.
Page 35: Electric Moon Roof
Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION Sliding operation Make sure the cap is installed se- curely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.
Page 36 The sun shade will be opened together closed, the moon roof works for 43 sec- by your Toyota dealer. with the roof. onds even after the ignition switch is To close: Push and hold the switch for 1 turned off.
Page 37 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Never leave anyone (particularly a small child) alone in your vehicle, To avoid serious personal injury, you especially with the ignition key still must do the following. inserted. Otherwise, he/she could use the moon roof switch and get While the vehicle is moving, always trapped in the roof opening.
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Page 39 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ............Front seats .
Page 40: Seats
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Front seats— Seats —Front seat precautions While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 41 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Seat adjustment precautions Front passenger seat Front seats (with SRS side airbags) CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat may The SRS front passenger airbag also The SRS side airbags are installed in unexpectedly move and cause the deploys with considerable force, and the driver and front passenger seats.
Page 42 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER While adjusting the seat, do not put Hold the center of the lever and pull it your hands under the seat or near up. Then slide the seat to the desired the moving parts.
Page 43 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION CAUTION HEIGHT ADJUSTING SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired Avoid reclining seatback direction. more than needed. The seat belts pro- Releasing the switch will stop the seat at vide maximum protection in a frontal that position.
Page 44: Fold- Down Rear Seat
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Fold- down rear seat CAUTION Avoid reclining seatback more than needed. The seat belts pro- vide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the front passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply re- straint forces directly to the abdomen...
Page 45: Seat Heaters
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Seat heaters CAUTION CAUTION When returning the seatback to the Occupants must use caution when op- upright position, observe the follow- erating the seat heater because it ing precautions in order to prevent may make them feel too hot or cause personal injury in a collision or sud- burns at low temperatures (erythema, den stop:...
Page 46: Head Restraints
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Head restraints For your safety and comfort, adjust the NOTICE head restraint before driving. z Do not put unevenly weighed ob- To raise: Pull it up. jects on the seat and do not stick To lower: Push it down while pressing the sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) lock release button.
Page 47: Armrest
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Seat belts— Armrest —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow any children to stand up or passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats. An...
Page 48 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Fastening front and rear seat belts CAUTION Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that Persons should ride in their seats they do not get caught or pinched properly wearing their seat belts in the seat or doors.
Page 49 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed, because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
Page 50 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injures in a collision.
Page 51 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Seat belt comfort guides outside shoulder belt comfort Seat belt comfort guides are stored in the INSTALLING THE COMFORT GUIDE guides for the rear seat outside posi- both pockets on the sides of the rear 1. Pull comfort guide from...
Page 52 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 2. Pinch the two edges of the shoulder 3. Buckle, position and release the seat REMOVING STORING belt for the rear seat outside posi- belt. (For wearing the seat belt, see COMFORT GUIDE tion with your fingers and slide the “—Fastening front rear...
Page 53 “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is Please contact your local Toyota dealer so illuminated, disconnect the extender order the proper required length for the tongue from the seat belt buckle, extender. Bring the heaviest coat you ex- then...
Page 54 When releasing the seat belt, press on normally, immediately contact your the buckle release button on the extender, Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat not on the seat belt. This helps prevent until the seat belt is fixed, because...
Page 55 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Seat belt pretensioners The front passenger’s seat belt pretension- er will not activate if no passenger is detected in the front passenger seat by the front passenger occupant classification system. However, the front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner may activate if lug- gage is put on the seat, or the seat belt is buckled up regardless of the presence of an occupant in the seat.
Page 56 Repairs made on or near the front result in death or serious injury. Con- fenders, front end structure or con- sult your Toyota dealer about any re- sole pair and modification. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 57 117 in Section 1- 6.) belt pretensioner. In the following cases, contact your Toyota The seat belt pretensioner assembly or dealer as soon as possible: surrounding area has been damaged.
Page 58: Srs Airbags
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SRS airbags— —SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag The SRS front passenger airbag will not CAUTION activate if there is no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the The SRS front airbag system is de- front passenger airbag may deploy if lug- signed only as a supplement to the gage is put in the seat, or the seat belt...
Page 59 The SRS front airbags will deploy if the child restraint system. Toyota severity of the impact is above the de- strongly recommends that all in- signed threshold level, comparable to an fants and children be placed in the...
Page 60 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 8. Driver’s seat position sensor 9. Airbag sensor assembly 10. Airbag module for driver Hitting a curb, Falling into or (airbag and inflator) edge of pavement jumping over or hard surface a deep hole The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and airbag sensor.
Page 61 These Toyota strongly recommends that: are usually in the nature of minor burns or abrasions and swelling, but the force of...
Page 62 Consult your Toyota dealer about any properly restrained. that houses the front airbag sys- repair and modification.
Page 63 It goes off after about 6 seconds. This ture or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your means the SRS front airbags are oper- Toyota dealer as soon as possible. z Attachment of a grille guard (bull ating properly. bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow,...
Page 64 NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- dealer as soon as possible: tem) side airbags and curtain shield air- bags are designed to provide further...
Page 65 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) In response to a severe side impact, the CAUTION Do not allow anyone to lean his/her SRS side airbags and curtain shield air- head or any part of his/her body bags work with the seat belts to help The SRS side airbag and curtain against the door or the area of the reduce injury by inflating.
Page 66 Toyota strongly recommends that all in- Collision from the front fants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and prop- erly restrained.
Page 67 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 8. Front passenger’s seat belt buckle Deployment of the airbags happens in a switch fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the 9. Airbag sensor assembly system is designed to reduce serious inju- The SRS side airbag and curtain shield ries, it may also cause minor burns or airbag system is controlled by the airbag...
Page 68 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Do not allow anyone to lean against Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not allow anyone to kneel on the door when the vehicle is in use, head closer to the area where the the passenger seat, facing the pas- since the side airbag and curtain side airbag and curtain shield air- senger’s side door, since the side...
Page 69 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not attach a cup holder or any Do not attach a microphone or any head hands windows other device or object on or around other device or object around the since curtain shield...
Page 70 Do not use seat accessories which Consult your Toyota dealer about any disc player cover the parts where the side air- repair and modification.
Page 71 It goes off after about 6 seconds. This or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your means the SRS side airbags and curtain Toyota dealer as soon as possible. shield airbags are operating properly. When the ignition key is turned to the “ON”...
Page 72 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Front passenger occupant classification system In the following cases, contact your Toyota Your vehicle is equipped with a front dealer as soon as possible: passenger occupant classification sys- tem. This system detects the conditions Any of the SRS side airbags and cur- 1—4 in the table on page 74 and based...
Page 73 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If the front passenger occupant classifica- The “AIRBAG ON” and “AIRBAG OFF” tion system determines that a person of indicator lights will be illuminated ini- adult size sits in the front passenger seat tially when the ignition key is turned to but the “AIRBAG OFF”...
Page 74 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected Curtain shield Front Side airbag Front by the front “AIRBAG ON” and Front airbag in the SRS warning passenger’s on the front passenger’s passenger occupant “AIRBAG OFF”...
Page 75 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Make sure the “AIRBAG ON” indica- adult sits front tor light is illuminated when using passenger seat, the “AIRBAG ON” the seat belt extender for the front indicator light should illumi- To avoid potential death or serious passenger seat.
Page 76: Child Restraint
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- Do not put weight on the front pas- Do not remove the seat. propriate child restraint systems for senger seat by putting your hands children.
Page 77 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Toyota strongly urges use of A forward- facing child restraint sys- Do not use the seat belt extender when installing child restraint proper child restraint system which should allowed system on the front or rear passen- conforms to the size of the child,...
Page 78 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Types of child restraint —Child restraint system system A child restraint system for a small Child restraint systems are classified into child or baby must itself be properly the following 3 types depending on the restrained on the seat with the lap por- child’s age and size.
Page 79 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Installation with seat belt (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION An infant seat must be used in rear- facing position only. Never install a rear- facing child re- straint system on the front passen- ger seat even if the “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated.
Page 80 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- Do not install a child restraint sys- or around the infant seat following the ately. install child...
Page 81 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is against the seat cushion and seatback, then retracted even slightly, it cannot let the shoulder belt retract as far as Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
Page 82 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat only when it is un- avoidable. Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. In order to activate the occupant classification system correctly, install the forward- facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the following order:...
Page 83 Do not drive the vehicle in this condition. with the instructions provided by the restraint system and the front pas- Remove the child restraint system and child restraint system manufacturer. senger airbag and side airbag on contact your Toyota dealer. front passenger seat could deploy.
Page 84 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) On vehicles with side airbags and curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillar or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint...
Page 85 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- Do not install a child restraint sys- or around the convertible seat following ately. install child tem on the rear seat if it interferes...
Page 86 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and then retracted even slightly, it cannot seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
Page 87 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Move seat fully back 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle release button and allow the A booster seat must be used in for- belt to retract completely. The belt will ward- facing position only.
Page 88 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) On vehicles with side airbags and CAUTION curtain shield airbags, do not allow the child to lean his/her head or Always make sure the shoulder belt any part of his/her body against the is positioned across the center of door or the area of the seat, front child’s shoulder.
Page 89 If the seat belt does not function normally, cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. install child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 2. To remove the child restraint system,...
Page 90 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Symbol Anchor brackets Use the anchor bracket on the package TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Open the lid of the anchor bracket. tray behind the rear seat to attach the top 1. Remove the head restraint. strap.
Page 91 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages 3. Securely fasten the child restraint 4. Replace the head restraint and lift it Lower anchorages for the child restraint system with the seat belt. up to the uppermost lock position. systems complying with the FMVSS225 CMVSS210.2 specifications...
Page 92 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION 1. Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback slightly and confirm the position of the lower an- chorages near the button on the seatback. 2. Type A—Latch the hooks of lower straps onto anchorages...
Page 93 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product. CAUTION When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.
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Page 95 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel ......... . . Power adjustable pedals .
Page 96: Tilt Steering Wheel
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Power adjustable pedals (some models with an Tilt steering wheel automatic transmission) CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.
Page 97: Outside Rear View Mirrors
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Outside rear view mirrors— When you set your driving position: CAUTION 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Move the accelerator and brake pedals Do not adjust the mirror while the to the front most position. vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the 3.
Page 98: Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Power rear view mirror Anti- glare inside rear view control mirror NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de- icer to free the mirror. To adjust a mirror, use the switches.
Page 99: Auto Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Auto anti- glare inside rear view mirror In automatic function mode, if the mirror CAUTION detects light from the headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface Do not adjust the mirror while the darkens slightly to reduce the reflected vehicle is moving.
Page 100: Vanity Mirrors
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Vanity mirrors To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. Vanity lights (type B only)— The lights come on when you open the cover. To adjust the brightness of the lights, slide the switch.
Page 101 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
Page 102: Headlights And Turn Signals
Position 2—Headlights comes into operation too early or too late, above have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota The headlight low beam indicator light dealer. (green light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the low beams are on.
Page 103 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Automatic light cut off system Daytime Running Light (DRL) system NOTICE Position 1 or “AUTO” position with the The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system To prevent the battery from being dis- tail lights on— can make it easier for others to see the charged, do not leave the lights on front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 104 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Headlights and turn signals (for Canada) High- Low beams—For high beams, turn TURN SIGNALS HEADLIGHTS the headlights on and push the lever away To signal a turn, push the headlight/ To turn on the following lights: Twist from you (position 1).
Page 105 If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept comes into operation too early or too late, open, the lights automatically turn off after have the sensor adjusted by your Toyota 20 minutes. dealer. To turn on the lights again, turn the igni- tion key to the “ON”...
Page 106 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Daytime Running Light (DRL) system NOTICE The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system To prevent the battery from being dis- can make it easier for others to see the charged, do not leave the lights on front of your vehicle during the day. The for a long period when the engine is DRL system can be helpful in many differ- not running.
Page 107: Emergency Flashers
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 108: Instrument Panel Light Control
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist To turn on the interior light, slide the ment panel lights, turn the dial. the band of the headlight and turn sig- switch.
Page 109: Ignition Switch Light
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Ignition switch light ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM When all the doors are unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote con- When the switch is in the “DOOR” posi- trol transmitter simultaneously, the ignition tion and any door is opened, the light will switch light will come on and remain on come on.
Page 110: Personal Lights
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Personal lights Windshield wipers and washer With interval adjuster: The “INT” band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent posi- tion (position 1). Twist the band upward to increase the time between sweeps, and downward to decrease it.
Page 111: Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers
If a nozzle becomes blocked, The key must be in the “ON” position. contact your Toyota dealer to have the The thin heater wires on the inside of the vehicle serviced. rear window will quickly clear the sur- faces.
Page 112 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If the outside rear view mirrors are heavi- ly coated with ice, use a spray de- icer before operating the switch. NOTICE When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connec- tors.
Page 113 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
Page 114: Fuel Gauge
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. The gauge indicates the approximate The gauge indicates the engine coolant...
Page 115: Tachometer
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: Driving up a long hill on a hot day. Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving. Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic.
Page 116 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each time you push.
Page 117: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzers
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Fasten driver’s seat belt. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
Page 118 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. Close all doors. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.
Page 119: Driver's Seat Belt Reminder Light
If the buzzer still The brake system warning light re- Toyota dealer in the following cases: sounds, make sure the front passenger’s mains on together with the “ABS” seat belt is fastened. The light does not come on even if the warning light.
Page 120: Discharge Warning Light
These cases are temporary malfunctions. (9 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off buzzer will sound for about 10 seconds.
Page 121: Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
(On- Board Diagnostics) system before Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as taking your vehicle for the inspection. assistance. possible. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and The light may occasionally flicker when Even if the abnormality of the electronic Maintenance (I/M) programs”...
Page 122 Contact your the tank as soon as possible. is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to lock brake system and the brake assist On inclines or curves, due to the move- service the vehicle.
Page 123: Open Door Warning Light
If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in In the following cases, contact your Toyota Toyota dealer. the parts monitored by the warning light dealer: In this case, not only the anti- lock system.
Page 124: Engine Oil Replacement Reminder Light
If the light is flashing, we recommend that ing buzzer does not function as described you replace the engine oil at an early above, have it checked by your Toyota opportunity depending on the driving and dealer as soon as possible.
Page 125 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ......Automatic transmission .
Page 126: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Ignition switch with steering lock “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering CAUTION wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. For manual transmission: You must push in the key to turn the key Never remove the key when the ve- from “ACC”...
Page 127: Automatic Transmission
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Automatic transmission Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of Selector lever incorrect operation. This means you can Lock release button To prevent misshifting only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
Page 128 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Vehicles with cruise control—When the CAUTION cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and Never put your foot on the accelera- releasing overdrive switch, engine tor pedal while shifting. braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled.
Page 129 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Shift into the “3” position. The trans- Shift into the “L” position. The trans- For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, mission will downshift to third gear mission will downshift to first gear see “Cruise control” on page 138 in this when the vehicle speed drops down to when the vehicle speed drops down to Section.
Page 130 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) (g) Parking NOTICE z Do not continue hill climbing or 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. hard towing for a long time in the z Be careful not to over- rev the en- “3”, “2” or “L” position. This may 2.
Page 131: Manual Transmission
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Manual transmission (h) Good driving practice (i) If you cannot shift the selector le- ver out of “P” position If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between fourth gear and ov- If you cannot shift the selector lever from erdrive when climbing a gentle slope, “P”...
Page 132 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Recommended shifting speeds Maximum allowable speeds Good driving practice The transmission is fully synchronized and To get on a highway or to pass slower If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put upshifting or downshifting is easy. traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- the transmission in neutral, release the essary.
Page 133: Traction Control System
“ON”. If the indicator light does not maintained, even though the traction come on when the ignition is turned on, control system is in operation. Do not contact your Toyota dealer. NORMAL DRIVING MODE drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may...
Page 134 “ON”. It will come on again when you push the “TRAC OFF” switch to turn off the system. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”.
Page 135: Vehicle Stability Control System
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Vehicle stability control system In the following cases, contact your Toyota vehicle stability control system CAUTION dealer: helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti- lock brake sys- The warning light does not come on...
Page 136 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. The warning light comes on while driv- ing.
Page 137: Parking Brake
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Parking brake When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. Lever type— To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- ing power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake.
Page 138: Cruise Control
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance, although slight...
Page 139 However, a faster way to reset is to de- out other than for the above cases, have press the brake pedal and then push the your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- lever down in the “- SET” direction. er at the earliest opportunity.
Page 140 The indicator light does not come on. The indicator light flashes again. The indicator light goes out after it comes on. If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 141 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
Page 142: Reference
(with compact disc pact disc player with changer (with XM changer controller) satellite radio controller) : Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and service. Contact your Toyota deal- er for details. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 143: Using Your Audio System
—Some basics This section describes some of the basic SWITCHING BETWEEN FUNCTIONS How to subscribe: features on Toyota audio systems. Some You must enter into a separate service Push “AM”, “FM1”, “FM2”, “FM1·2”, “FM”, information may not pertain to your sys- agreement with the XM radio in order to “SAT”...
Page 144 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Satellite tuner technology notice: TONE AND BALANCE YOUR RADIO ANTENNA Toyota’s satellite radio tuners are awarded For details about your system’s tone and Your vehicle has an antenna printed on Type Approval Certificates from XM Satel- balance controls, see the description of the inside of the rear window.
Page 145 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER (type 1 YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER WITH and 2) CHANGER (type 3) When you insert a disc, gently push it in When you insert a disc, push the “LOAD” with the label side up. The compact disc button and gently push the disc in with player will play from track 1 through to the label side up.
Page 146 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Controls and features DType 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 147 TREBLE: Adjusts high- pitched tones. The the disc or magazine again. eject a compact disc. display ranges from -5 to 5. “Err 4”: Over- current. Ask your Toyota While the ignition is in “LOCK”, you can BALANCE: Adjusts the sound balance be- dealer to inspect.
Page 148 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) " DISC RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) With compact disc changer only— There are two random features—you can There are two repeat features—you can either listen to the tracks on one compact either replay a disc track or a whole com- Use these buttons to select a disc you disc in random order, or listen to the pact disc.
Page 149 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SCAN Compact disc player SEEK/TRACK (Seeking/Tracking up or down) Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or Radio You can either scan all the frequencies on scan the first tracks of all the discs in the a band or scan only the preset stations In the seek mode, the radio finds and magazine.
Page 150 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re- ceived. “ST” appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prev- ent the weak signal from creating noise.
Page 151 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) DType 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 152 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) If a tape rewinds completely, the cassette (Program) player will stop and then play that same These buttons are used to preset and Push “ ” (preset button 5) to select side.
Page 153 BALANCE: Adjusts the sound balance be- Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories “Err 4”: Over- current. Ask your Toyota tween the right and left speakers. The Licensing Corporation. dealer to inspect.
Page 154 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) With compact disc changer only— There are two random features—you can Cassette player Repeating a disc: either listen to the tracks on one compact Push and hold “RPT” (preset button 3) Push “RPT” (preset button 3) while the disc in random order, or listen to the until you hear a beep.
Page 155 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) To scan all the frequencies: With compact disc changer only— When the beginning of a tape is reached, Quickly push and release the “SCAN” but- the player automatically resumes play. Scanning the first tracks of all the discs ton.
Page 156 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) TAPE Push the “TAPE” button to play a cassette tape. TUNE (Tuning) Push and release the “ ” or “"” side of “TUNE” button to step up or down the frequency. If you push and hold the “ ” or “"” side of the “TUNE”...
Page 157 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) DType 3 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 158 : Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner the other side of a cassette tape. The and service. Contact your Toyota deal- To recall a preset station: Push the button display indicates which side is currently er for details.
Page 159 If the malfunction still exists, take your reverse within a compact disc. When you vehicle to your Toyota dealer. When the audio system is set into com- release the button, the compact disc play- pact disc operation, the display shows the er will resume playing.
Page 160 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) " DISC LOAD PWR·VOL (Power and Volume) Use these buttons to select a disc you This button is used to load the compact Push “PWR·VOL” to turn the audio system want to listen to. discs in the compact disc player. This on and off.
Page 161 When the disc ends, the player will the surrounding antenna cable. See a automatically go back to the first track on Toyota certified dealer. the disc and replay. To turn off the repeat feature, push this button again. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 162 : Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner and then scan again to the next station. weak at the current location. Wait until and service. Contact your Toyota deal- To stop scanning, push this button again. your vehicle reaches a location with a er for details.
Page 163 “ ·SCAN” will appear on the dis- same channel category up the band, stay and service. Contact your Toyota deal- play and the player will scan the first there for 5 seconds, and then scan again. er for details.
Page 164 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Cassette Player ST (Stereo reception) display If the entire the message is not displayed, “ ” will appear on the display. To display Use this button to skip up or down to Your radio automatically changes to stereo the rest of the message, push and hold locate a song or recording.
Page 165 : Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner disc that does not contain text data is TRAFINFO” appears on the display, and and service. Contact your Toyota deal- playing, “NO TITLE” will appear on the the display returns to the previous mode er for details.
Page 166: Audio Remote Controls
ROCK : Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner EASY LIS (Easy listening) and service. Contact your Toyota deal- CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and Jazz) er for details. R&B (Rhythm and Blues) Type A...
Page 167 Push “- ” side to decrease the volume. : Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner 1. Volume control switch The volume continues to decrease while and service. Contact your Toyota deal- the switch is being pushed. er for details. "” switch 2.
Page 168: Audio System Operating Hints
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Audio system operating hints To fast- forward or reverse: 3. “MODE” switch NOTICE Push and hold the “ ” side of the switch Push “MODE” switch to select an audio to fast- forward a cassette tape. “FF” will To ensure correct audio system op- mode.
Page 169 : Use of satellite radio requires XM tuner ened, and there is another strong station and service. Contact your Toyota deal- nearby on the FM band, your radio may er for details. tune in the second station until the origi- nal signal can be picked up again.
Page 170 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER Store cassettes in their cases and out If this equipment does cause harmful AND TAPES of direct sunlight. interference to radio or television re- For the best performance for your cas- Avoid using cassettes with a total play- ception, which can be determined by sette player and tapes: ing time longer than 100 minutes (50...
Page 171 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER AND DISCS Your compact disc player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only. Extremely high temperatures can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.
Page 172 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) NOTICE Do not use special shaped, transpar- ent/translucent, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the il- lustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player or changer, or it may be impossible to eject the disc.
Page 173 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint- free cloth that has been damp- ened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, lint- free cloth.
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Page 175 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Manual air conditioning system Controls ..........Air flow selector settings .
Page 176: Manual Air Conditioning System Controls
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Manual air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Fan speed selector 2. Temperature selector 3. Air flow selector 4. “A/C” button 5. Air intake selector 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 177 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Fan speed selector If you want to return the setting to RECIRCULATE mode, press the air in- Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to take selector button once again. the right to increase, to the left to de- crease.
Page 178 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1. RECIRCULATE (indicator light is on)—...
Page 179: Air Flow Selector Settings
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Air flow selector settings —Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 180 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls as follows: conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” RECIRCULATE, which will close off the Temperature—Towards WARM outside passage and prevent outside...
Page 181 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Ventilation Defogging Defrosting For best results, set controls as follows: The inside of the windshield The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls as follows: For best results, set controls as follows: Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF” Temperature—Towards COLD Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
Page 182: Automatic Air Conditioning System
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Automatic air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Temperature selector 2. Air flow selector 3. Windshield air flow button 4. Fan speed selector 5. Air intake selector 6. “A/C” button 7. “OFF” button 8. “AUTO” button 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 183 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) “AUTO” button Temperature selector For automatic operation of the air condi- To increase the temperature, press the tioning, press the “AUTO” button. “AUTO” “"” side, to decrease it, press the “ ” side. will appear on the display to show that the automatic operation mode has been “MAX.
Page 184 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 4. Floor/Windshield—Air flows mainly Windshield air flow button from the floor vents and windshield When this button is pressed, air flows vents. mainly from the windshield vents and This position allows the air intake to turns on the defogging function with the select FRESH automatically.
Page 185 If the “A/C” button indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 186: Air Flow Selector Settings
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Air flow selector settings —Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 187 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls as follows: For best results, set controls as follows: conditions, it is recommended that the For automatic operation—...
Page 188 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Ventilation Defogging and defrosting Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the For best results, set controls as follows: —The inside of the windshield front view more quickly. For automatic operation— For best results, set controls as follows: On humid days, do not blow cold air —For automatic operation Press in the “AUTO”...
Page 189: Side And Rear Vents
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Side and rear vents Press the “A/C” button for dehumidified If air flow control is not satisfactory, check heating or cooling. This setting clears the the side and rear vents. The side and rear front view more quickly. vents may be opened or closed as shown.
Page 190: Air Conditioning Filter
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Checking and replacing the Air conditioning filter— air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter may clog af- ter long use. The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air condi- tioning and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency, or if the windows begin to fog up easily in FRESH mode.
Page 191 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 1. Open the glove box. Remove the 2. Push in each side of the glove box 3. Remove the filter case from the filter screw with a Phillips- head screw- to disconnect the claws. outlet as shown in the illustration. driver and slide the hook as shown.
Page 192 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 4. Remove filter from the filter When installing the filter in the filter case. case, keep the “ UP” mark pointing up. 5. Inspect the filter on the surface. INFORMATION If it is the just moderately dusty, it may The air filter should be installed prop- be cleaned by blowing compressed air erly in position.
Page 193 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Outside temperature display .
Page 194: Clock
“- - ” will appear on the display. If “- - ” appears on the display, contact your Toyota dealer. There may be a case that “- - ” appears momentarily when the ignition is quickly turned to “ON”.
Page 195: Multi- Information Display
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Multi- information display The following information is displayed on the clock/outside temperature dis- play when you push the “INFO” button with the ignition switch turned on. Each time you push the “MODE/RESET” button, the display toggles through this information.
Page 196 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If the electrical power source has been 1. Instantaneous fuel consumption 2. Average fuel consumption disconnected from the multi- information (“MPG” or “L/100 km”) (“AVG. MPG” or “AVG. L/100 km”) display, the display will automatically be The instantaneous fuel consumption is Average fuel consumption is calculated set to the initial mode.
Page 197: Compass
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Compass The actual driving range varies with driv- 4. Average vehicle speed ing habits and road conditions. If fuel con- (“AVG. MPH” or “AVG. KM/h”) sumption is good, the driving range will be Average vehicle speed is calculated and longer than indicated.
Page 198 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) The compass indicates the direction The vehicle is in a place where the that the vehicle is heading. In the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- above case, it shows that the vehicle is terference by artificial magnetic fields heading north.
Page 199 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation calibration) The direction display on the compass deviates from the true direction deter- mined by the earth’s magnetic field. The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle. To adjust this deviation, stop the vehicle, then push and hold the “COMP”...
Page 200 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) After calibration, leaving the system for Samoa: 5 Guam: Saipan: several seconds returns it to the compass mode. CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
Page 201 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, re- placed or disconnected. Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in-...
Page 202: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtrays
Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or the display only when the vehicle is equivalent for replacement. stopped.
Page 203: Power Outlets
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Power outlets The power outlets are designed for CAUTION power supply for car accessories. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” To reduce the chance of injury in position for the power outlet to be used. case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close NOTICE...
Page 204: Garage Door Opener
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Garage door opener (a) Programming the HomeLink 3. Simultaneously press hold hand- held garage transmitter button The HomeLink in your vehicle has 3 along with the selected HomeLink but- buttons and you can store one program ton. for each button.
Page 205 Refer the owner’s tons you want to program. lighting, contact your authorized Toyota guide supplied by the garage door dealer for assistance. 2. Place your hand- held gate/device opener manufacturer for the location of transmitter 25 to 75 mm (1 to 3 in.)
Page 206 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) (c) Erasing entire HomeLink CAUTION This device complies with Part 15 of the memory (all three programs) FCC Rules and with RSS- 210 of the IC To erase all previously programmed codes When programming the HomeLink Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- at one time, press and hold down the 2 Universal Transceiver, you may be lowing two conditions: (1) This device...
Page 207: Glove Box
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Glove box Auxiliary boxes Type A (over head console) To use the glove box, do this. To open: Pull the lever. With the instrument panel lights on, the glove box light will come on when the glove box is open. To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise.
Page 208: Rear Console Box
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Rear console box NOTICE Type A—During hot weather, the inte- rior of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or deformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside. Type D (center console, with ashtray) To use the box, open it as shown above.
Page 209: Front Cup Holder
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Front cup holder UPPER TRAY To access the upper tray, raise the con- sole box lid while pushing the lock re- lease button. With lever type parking brake CONSOLE BOX To access the rear console box, pull up the lock release lever while raising the rear console box lid.
Page 210: Rear Cup Holder
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Rear cup holder The cup holder is designed for holding CAUTION cups or drink- cans securely. With lever type parking brake: To use the Do not place anything else other cup holder, open the lid. than cups or drink- cans in the cup With pedal type parking brake: To use the holder, such...
Page 211: Storage Box
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Storage box Grocery bag hooks Cargo net This box is designed to hold things like This hook is designed to hang things To secure belongings, hang the cargo bottles. like grocery bags. net on the hooks. NOTICE NOTICE z Do not use the net to secure sharp To prevent damage to the hook, avoid...
Page 212: Rear Sun Shade
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Rear sun shade Floor mat To raise the rear sun shade, pull the Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION tab of the shade and hook it on the If the floor carpet and floor mat have 2 anchors.
Page 213 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Break- in period ..........
Page 214: Break- In Period
1600 km (1000 miles) can add To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your 1MZ- FE and 3MZ- FE engines: Select to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. Octane Rating (Research...
Page 215 If you the U.S., category 3 or 4 has beension Toyota, be sure that it has an octane continue to have unacceptable driveability, le adopted. The WWFC improves air rating no lower than 87.
Page 216: Fuel Pump Shut Off System
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Fuel pump shut off system Operation in foreign countries The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country... z Do...
Page 217: Three- Way Catalytic Converters
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Three- way catalytic converters The three- way catalytic converter is an NOTICE emission control device installed in the exhaust system. A large amount of unburned gases flowing into the three- way catalytic The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the converter may cause it to overheat exhaust gas.
Page 218: Engine Exhaust Cautions
If you smell exhaust fumes in the as possible. Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, vehicle, drive with windows dealer knows your vehicle and its or notice a change in the sound of open and the trunk lid closed.
Page 219: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Facts about engine oil consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL Oil is also used to lubricate the stems When judging the amount of oil con- of the intake valves. Some of this oil sumption, note that the oil may become Engine oil has the primary functions of is sucked into the combustion chamber diluted and make it difficult to judge...
Page 220: Iridium- Tipped Spark Plugs
Also, the function will not be impaired. Therefore, it brake system warning light may come on. is essential that the oil level be checked regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil CAUTION level be checked every time you refuel the vehicle.
Page 221 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) ANTI- LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (with Depressing the brake pedal on slippery CAUTION “ABS” warning light) road surfaces such as on a manhole cov- er, a steel plate at a construction site, The anti- lock brake system is designed Do not pump the brake pedal if the joints in a bridge, etc.
Page 222 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Anti- lock brake system is not de- signed to shorten the stopping dis- overestimate anti- lock tance: Always drive at a moderate brake system: Although the anti- lock speed and maintain a safe distance brake system assists in providing ve- from the vehicle in front of you.
Page 223 The light comes on when the ignition key the warning light. Contact your Toyota is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti- The light comes on when the ignition key dealer as soon as possible to service lock brake system and the brake assist is turned to the “ON”...
Page 224 1- 6. the warning light system. Contact your Your vehicle has a drum- in- disc type Toyota dealer as soon as possible to parking brake system. This type of brake service the vehicle. system needs bedding- down of the brake...
Page 225: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
This is the primary identification number checked and replaced by your Toyota for your Toyota. It is used in registering dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- the ownership of your vehicle. tor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when necessary.
Page 226: Theft Prevention Labels
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Engine number Theft prevention labels The engine number is stamped on the Your new vehicle carries theft preven- engine block as shown. tion labels which are approximately 47 mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles.
Page 227: Suspension And Chassis
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It can cause dangerous vehicle handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 228: Tire Information
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Tire information— —Tire symbols (standard tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire size” on page 232. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 231. 3.
Page 229 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 7. “TUBELESS” “TUBE TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not have a tube inside the tire and air is directly filled in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure.
Page 230 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Tire symbols (compact spare tire) This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. “TEMPORARY USE ONLY”—A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” molded into its sidewall. This tire is designed for temporary emergency use only. For details, see “Compact spare tire”...
Page 231 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) 6. Maximum cold tire inflation The “DOT” symbol certifies that the pressure—This means the pres- tire conforms to applicable Federal sure to which a tire may be in- Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. flated.
Page 232 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Tire size —Name of each section of tire This illustration indicates typical tire 1. Section width 1. Bead size. 2. Tire height 2. Sidewall 1. Tire (P=Passenger car, 3. Wheel diameter 3. Shoulder T=Temporary use) 4. Tread 2.
Page 233 150 would wear conditions on specified government purchasers of Toyota vehicles with in- one and a half (1- 1/2) times as well test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. formation on uniform tire quality grad-...
Page 234 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Temperature A, B, C—The tempera- ture grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis- tance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 235 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power Accessory weight windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory- installed equipment (whether installed or not) tire inflation pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 Cold tire inflation pressure...
Page 236 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Tire related term Meaning 68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second Normal occupant weight column of Table 1 on page 237 distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table Occupant distribution 1 that follows the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing...
Page 237 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Tire related term Meaning the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle Vehicle normal load on the tire its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows) and dividing by two Weather side the surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1—Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities...
Page 238: Vehicle Load Limits
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Cargo and luggage— Vehicle load limits —Stowage precautions Vehicle load limits include total load Towing capacity: When stowing cargo and luggage in capacity, seating capacity, towing ca- 907 kg (2000 lb.) the vehicle, observe the following: pacity and cargo capacity. Follow the Towing capacity means the maxi- D Put cargo and luggage in the trunk load limits shown below.
Page 239 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the to- D Do not drive with objects left CAUTION tal weight of the occupants. on top of the instrument panel. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac- D To prevent cargo and luggage They may interfere with the ity) –...
Page 240 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 4. The resulting figure equals the From this condition, if 3 more passen- available amount of cargo and lug- gers with the combined weight of 176 gage load capacity. For example, kg (388 lb.) get on, the available car- if the “XXX”...
Page 241: Types Of Tires
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your All season tires, however, do not have CAUTION vehicle is originally equipped with. adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or 1. Summer tires Even if the total load of occu- loose snow.
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Page 243 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
Page 244: Before Starting The Engine
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) How to start the engine— Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- fore entering it.
Page 245: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions
Other- work safely, pull to the side of the road wise, the impact could cause severe and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. damage to the tires and/or wheels. When parking on a hill, turn the front...
Page 246: Winter Driving Tips
Be careful when accelerating, up- tected against freezing. cables. shifting, downshifting or braking on Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of a slippery surface. Sudden accelera- similar high quality ethylene glycol any battery, so it must be in top shape...
Page 247: Dinghy Towing
Depending on where you are driving, freeze solution. we recommend you carry some emer- gency equipment. This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow Some of the things you might put in the manufacturer’s...
Page 248 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Dinghy towing (with manual transmission) DINGHY TOWING TIPS Before dinghy towing, be sure to ob- serve the following in order to reduce the damage to your vehicle. 1. Put the shift lever in neutral. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position.
Page 249: Trailer Towing
Toyota junk yard, etc. warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Page 250 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- The load on either the front or rear Total trailer weight Tongue load ent weight capacities established by axle resulting from distribution of the hitch manufacturer. Even though the gross vehicle weight on both the vehicle may be physically capa- axles must not exceed the Gross ble of towing a higher weight, the...
Page 251 For correct safety ball with a light coat of grease. Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) chain procedures, follow the hitch or Toyota recommends removing the trail- trailer manufacturer’s recommenda- P205/65R15 92T or 92H er hitch whenever you are not towing tions.
Page 252 BREAK- IN SCHEDULE form to any applicable federal, state/ dent. Toyota recommends that you do not provincial or local regulations. If not, Because stopping distance may be in- tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a...
Page 253 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. In order to maintain engine braking effi- 1. Apply the brakes and hold. The trailer could hit your vehicle in a ciency do not use overdrive (automatic 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- tight turn.
Page 254: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer Improving fuel economy is easy—just take Avoid long engine idling. If you have CAUTION it easy. It will help make your vehicle last a long wait and you are not in traffic, longer, too.
Page 255 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Keep front wheels in proper CAUTION alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads. Improper Never turn off the engine to coast alignment not only causes faster tire down hills. Your power steering and wear but also puts an extra load on brake booster will not function with- the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.
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Page 257 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
Page 258: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start
Have when the starter is cranked, the battery engine” on page 259 for further instruc- checked at your Toyota dealer. If none of is discharged. You may try jump start- tions. your keys work, there may be a malfunc- ing.
Page 259 If the engine still will not start, it needs correct. Batteries contain sulfuric acid adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer which is poisonous and corrosive. or qualified repair shop for assistance. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling NOTICE acid on your skin, clothing, or ve- hicle.
Page 260 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE Jumper cable Discharged battery 1. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. Booster battery When boosting, use the battery of matching or higher quality.
Page 261 8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs. If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your Toyota Connecting point for 1MZ- FE and 3MZ- FE dealer. engines...
Page 262: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
Toyota dealer as soon as flashers. Put the transmission in “P” If the engine will not start, see “If your possible. (automatic) or neutral (manual) and ap- vehicle will not start” on page 258 in this ply the parking brake.
Page 263: If You Have A Flat Tire
You should have it checked as a highway. Park on a level spot soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION with firm ground. 2. Stop the engine and turn on your When the engine is running, keep emergency flashers.
Page 264 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) NOTICE D Make sure to set the jack prop- CAUTION erly in the jack point. Raising Do not continue driving with a When jacking, be sure to observe the vehicle with jack improper- deflated tire. Driving even a the following to reduce the possi- ly positioned will damage the short distance can damage a...
Page 265 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) The compact spare tire can be used D Replace the compact spare tire many times, if necessary. It has tread with the standard tire as soon life of up to 4800 km (3000 miles) de- as possible. pending on road conditions and your D Avoid driving habits.
Page 266 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the required tools and spare tire. 1. Jack handle 2. Wheel nut wrench 3. Front towing eyelet (on some models) 4. Jack 5. Spare tire To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations.
Page 267 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the outer side of the wheel facing up. Then secure the tire by re- peating the above removal steps in reverse order to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking.
Page 268 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Removing wheel ornament —Blocking the wheel (steel wheels only) —Loosening wheel nuts 2. Block the wheel diagonally op- 3. Remove the wheel ornament. 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. posite the flat tire to keep the Pry off the wheel ornament, using the Always loosen the wheel nuts before vehicle from rolling when it is beveled end of the wheel nut wrench...
Page 269 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious ac- cident. 5. Position the jack at the correct 6.
Page 270 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. 7. Remove the wheel nuts and Before putting on wheels, remove any change tires. corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation Lift the flat tire straight off and put it of wheels without good metal- to- met- aside.
Page 271 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts. The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident.
Page 272 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Reinstalling wheel ornament (steel wheels only) CAUTION CAUTION D When lowering the vehicle, Take due care in handling the or- make sure all portions of your nament to avoid unexpected per- body and all other persons sonal injury. around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground.
Page 273: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —After changing wheels If your vehicle becomes stuck 11. Check the air pressure of the re- If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, CAUTION mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt placed tire. to rock the vehicle free by moving it Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- Before driving, make sure all the forward and backward.
Page 274: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If towing is necessary, we recommend NOTICE (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- If you rock your vehicle, observe the —From front vice. In consultation with them, have...
Page 275 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) TOWING PRECAUTIONS: NOTICE (c) Towing with sling Use a safety chain system for all towing, type truck Do not tow with the key removed or and abide by the state/provincial and local in the “LOCK” position when towing laws.
Page 276 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend NOTICE you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- z Only use specified towing eyelet; vice. otherwise your vehicle may be dam- aged.
Page 277 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Installing front towing eyelet CAUTION CAUTION Use extreme caution when towing ve- If the engine is not running, the pow- hicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic er assist for the brakes and steering driving maneuvers which would place will not work so steering and braking excessive stress on the emergency will be much harder than usual.
Page 278 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 1. Remove and turn over the spare tire cover. Remove the front towing eyelet by turning it as shown in the illustra- tions. 2. Remove the front towing eyelet cover 3. Secure the front towing eyelet to the on the front bumper, using a flat- hole on the bumper by turning clock- bladed screwdriver which is wrapped...
Page 279: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed keep the brake pedal depressed. and result in death or serious injury. screwdriver or equivalent. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 280: If You Lose Your Keys
Toyota dealer as soon as Even if you lose only one key, contact possible to avoid the possibility of theft or your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If an accident. Then, have the identification you lose all your master keys, you cannot number of your new transmitter registered.
Page 281: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care
APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
Page 282 Now, it is up to be dry. to see all the mud and dirt. It will do you. Proper care of your Toyota can help more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause ensure long- term corrosion prevention.
Page 283 Washing and waxing your Toyota Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- Washing your Toyota Hand- washing your Toyota ter and dirt can accumulate under the Keep your vehicle clean by regular Work in the shade and wait until the floor mats and could cause corrosion.
Page 284 Road tar: Remove with turpentine blocked, contact your Toyota dealer to cleaners that are marked safe for painted have the vehicle serviced. surfaces. NOTICE NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not Do not use organic substances (gaso-...
Page 285 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Cleaning the interior 3. Wax the vehicle again when water Vinyl interior CAUTION does not bead but remains on the sur- The vinyl upholstery may be easily face in large patches. cleaned with a mild soap or detergent Vehicles with side airbags and cur- and water.
Page 286 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Carpets Windows NOTICE Use a good foam- type shampoo to The windows may be cleaned with any z Do not use organic substances (sol- clean the carpets. household window cleaner. vents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove NOTICE etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
Page 287 Toyota, your local cause discoloring. Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
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Page 289 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
Page 290: Maintenance Requirements
Toyota dealer will be dating this warranty. See “Owner’s War- pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 291: General Maintenance
295 in Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Section 7. tank. See page 323 in Section 7- 3 for fied service shop immediately.
Page 292 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Brake fluid level INSIDE THE VEHICLE Seat belts Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. Check that the seat belt system such as Items listed below should be checked See page 308 in Section 7- 2 for addition- buckles, retractors and anchors operate regularly, e.g.
Page 293: Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Does your vehicle need repairing? Automatic transmission “Park” mecha- Tire inflation pressure Be on the alert for changes in perfor- nism mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that Check the pressure with a gauge ev- Check the lock release button of the se- indicate service is needed.
Page 294: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance (I/M) Programs
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs If you notice any of these clues, take your Some states have vehicle emission in- Also, if the malfunction indicator lamp had vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as spection programs which include OBD come on recently due to temporary mal- possible.
Page 295 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
Page 296: Engine Compartment Overview
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Engine compartment overview D2AZ- FE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil level dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Radiator 8. Electric cooling fans 9. Condenser 10.
Page 297 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) D1MZ- FE and 3MZ- FE engines 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil level dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Radiator 8. Electric cooling fans 9. Condenser 10.
Page 298: Fuse Locations
Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools.
Page 299 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) CAUTION Be sure that the ignition is off if Dispose of used oil and filter only you work near the electric cooling in a safe and acceptable manner. When the engine is running, keep fans or radiator grille. With the Do not dispose of used oil and fil- hands, clothing,...
Page 300: Positioning The Jack
Also backfiring z Add only “Toyota Super Long Life could cause a fire in the engine Coolant” or similar high quality eth- compartment. ylene glycol...
Page 301: Parts And Tools
Remember all Toyota parts are de- alone; use vehicle support stands. signed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric.
Page 302 CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES Funnel (only for adding coolant) Parts (if replacement is necessary): CHECKING BRAKE FLUID Genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent with same amperage rating as original Parts (if level is low): ADDING WASHER FLUID SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3...
Page 303 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
Page 304: Checking The Engine Oil Level
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Checking the engine oil level 4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level while holding a rag under the Low level Full level Low level Full level end. CAUTION Be careful not to touch the hot ex- haust manifold.
Page 305 SAE 5W- 30 is the best choice for good range, install the filler cap hand- tight. fuel economy and good starting in cold “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in weather. Oil quantity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved 2AZ- FE engine 1.0 (1.1, 0.9)
Page 306 Mark is displayed on the front of Toyota engines. the container. Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur- ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”. ILSAC certification mark 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 307: Checking The Engine Coolant Level
Canada—“Toyota Super Long Life If you can find no leak, have your Toyota coolant system with proper usage. “Toyota Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and dealer test the cap pressure and check Super Long Life Coolant” is formulated 45% deionized water.
Page 308: Checking The Radiator And Condenser
If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or dirty or you are not sure of their condi- FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer. brake reservoir. Remove and replace the reservoir cap by CAUTION hand.
Page 309: Checking Power Steering Fluid
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Checking tire inflation Checking power steering fluid pressure Clean all dirt from the outside of the res- If cold ervoir tank and look at the fluid level. If O.K. the fluid is cold, the level should be in the If hot O.K.
Page 310 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) D Do not bleed or reduce tire Keep your tire inflation pressures The following instructions for at the proper level. checking tire inflation pressure inflation pressure after driving. should be observed: It is normal for the tire inflation The recommended cold tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving.
Page 311 If a tire frequently needs refilling, valve. In case of applying too have it checked by your Toyota deal- much air, press the center of the valve and release the air to adjust. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 312: Checking And Replacing Tires
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Checking and replacing tires The tires on your Toyota have built- in High tire pressure (overinfla- Tread wear indicator tread wear indicators to help you tion)— know when the tires need replace- D Poor handling ment. When the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less, the indica-...
Page 313 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) If air loss occurs while driving, do not REPLACING YOUR TIRES CAUTION continue driving. Driving even a short When replacing a tire, use a tire of distance can damage a tire beyond the same size and construction, Observe the following instruc- repair.
Page 314: Rotating Tires
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Rotating tires Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set. See “If you have a flat tire” on page 263 in Section 4 for tire change proce- dure.
Page 315: Installing Snow Tires And Chains
To equalize the wear and help ex- WHEN SNOW TIRES CAUTION CHAINS tend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord- Snow tires or chains are recommended Do not include a compact spare ing to the maintenance schedule. when driving on snow or ice.
Page 316 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION Regulations regarding the use of tire Side chain chains vary according to location or Snow tires should be installed on all type of road, so always check local reg- wheels. ulations before installing chains. Installing snow tires on the front wheels only can lead to an excessive difference NOTICE...
Page 317: Replacing Wheels
Correct replacement wheels are available When driving with chains installed, this may cause dangerous handling at your Toyota dealer. be sure to drive carefully. Slow characteristics resulting in loss of down before...
Page 318: Aluminum Wheel Precautions
When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 319 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
Page 320: Checking Battery Condition
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, Terminals Ground cable thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.
Page 321: Battery Recharging Precautions
Charging necessary. in Section 1- 2. Have battery Dark White checked by your NOTICE Toyota dealer. Never recharge the battery while the Clear or Have battery engine is running. Also, be sure all light checked by your accessories are turned off.
Page 322: Checking And Replacing Fuses
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Checking and replacing fuses Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull- out tool. The location of the pull- out tool is shown in the illustration. Type A If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good.
Page 323: Adding Washer Fluid
When replacing tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as light comes on, the washer tank may be a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and soon as possible.
Page 324 Interior light lights (type A) — pooled inside light, contact your (type B) Front turn signal Toyota dealer. — Vanity lights — lights (type B) Rear turn signal Glove box light — 4157 lights (type A) Trunk light (type A) —...
Page 325 If the connector is tight, wiggle it. The above illustration shows the left- hand Aiming is not necessary after replacing headlight. the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer. 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 326 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —Rear turn signal, stop/tail and rear side marker, tail and —Parking and front side marker lights —Front turn signal lights back- up lights 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 327 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) —High mounted stoplight a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop/tail and rear side marker light c: Tail light d: Back- up light 2005 CAMRY from Sep. ’04 Prod. (OM33684U)
Page 328 —Front fog and license plate lights If either the left or right front fog or license plate lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not try to replace the front fog or license plate light bulbs by yourself.
Page 329 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights ........Engine .
Page 330: Dimensions And Weights
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Dimensions and weights Engine Model: Overall length mm (in.) 4805 (189.2) 2AZ- FE, 1MZ- FE and 3MZ- FE Overall width mm (in.) 1795 (70.7) Type: 2AZ- FE engine 1490 (58.7) Overall height mm (in.) 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline 1500 (59.1) 1MZ- FE and 3MZ- FE engines...
Page 331: Fuel
Without filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0) Spark plug type: mance, the use of premium unleaded DENSO SK20R11 “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in gasoline with an Octane Rating of 91 IFR6A11 your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved (Research Octane Number “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”...
Page 332 : Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af- ter the key is removed with all the lights “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is turned off used in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill. In order to avoid technical problems, Charging rates: only “Toyota...
Page 333 Supplement”. When Lining wear limit, mm (in.): changing the automatic transmission fluid, 1.0 (0.04) use only “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T- IV” Parking brake (ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in Lever type— assuring optimum transaxle performance. Parking brake adjustment when pulled...
Page 334: Tires
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Tires Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure: Normal driving kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Grade Tire size Front Rear Wheel size P205/65R15 92T 200 (2.0, 29) 200 (2.0, 29) 6 1/2 JJ P205/65R15 92H P215/60R16 94V 200 (2.0, 29) 200 (2.0, 29) 6 1/2 JJ...
Page 335 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Trailer driving kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Grade Tire size Front Rear P205/65R15 92T 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32) P205/65R15 92H P215/60R16 94V 200 (2.0, 29) 200 (2.0, 29) SE (2AZ- FE engine) SE (3MZ- FE engine) P215/55R17 93V 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32)
Page 336: Fuses
’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Fuses 9. HEAD LH UPR 10 A: Left- hand head- light (high beam) 10. HEAD RH UPR 10 Right- hand headlight (high beam) 11. ST 5 A: Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection sys- 12. TEL 5 A: No circuit 13.
Page 337 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) 21. ETCS 10 A: Multiport fuel injection 30. GAUGE1 10 A: Gauges and meters, 41. PWR NO.4 20 A: Rear passenger’s system/sequential multiport fuel injec- clock, outside temperature display, mul- power window (left side) tion system ti- information display, shift lock system, 42.
Page 338 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Fuses (type B) Fuses (type C) 52. MAIN 40 A: “HEAD LH LWR”, “HEAD 62. ALT 120 A: “DEF”, “PWR NO.1”, “PWR RH LWR”, “HEAD LH UPR”, “HEAD LH NO.2”, “PWR NO.3”, “PWR NO.4”, UPR” and “DRL” fuses “STOP”, “DOOR NO.2”, “OBD”, “PWR SEAT”, “FUEL OPEN”, “FOG”, “AMP”, 53.
Page 339 ’05Camry_U (L/O 0409) QU 2 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .

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