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OPERATION OF
INSTRUMENTS AND
CONTROLS—
Chapter 1–1
Overview of instruments
and controls
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Instrument panel overview
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Instrument cluster overview
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Indicator symbols on the
instrument panel
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  • Page 1: Chapter 1-1 Overview Of Instruments And Controls

    ’99camry U Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1–1 Overview of instruments and controls " Instrument panel overview " Instrument cluster overview " Indicator symbols on the instrument panel...

  • Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview

    ’99camry U Instrument panel overview 1. Rear view mirror remote control levers 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Side vents 4. Instrument cluster 5. Center vents 6. Glove box 7. Electric moon roof switch and personal light 8. Garage door opener box or miscellaneous box 9.
  • Page 3 ’99camry U 1. Power rear view mirror control switch 2. Headlight and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Clock 5. Emergency flasher switch 6. Car audio 7. Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch 8. Air conditioning controls 9.

  • Page 4: Instrument Cluster Overview

    ’99camry U Instrument cluster overview 1. Engine coolant temperature gauge 4. Speedometer 7. Tachometer 2. Service reminder indicators and 5. Odometer and two trip meters 8. Trip meter reset knob indicator lights 6. Theft deterrent system/Engine 9. Low fuel level warning light 3.

  • Page 5: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panel

    ’99camry U Indicator symbols on the instrument panel (type A) (type A) ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Brake system warning light Anti-lock brake system warning light (type B) (type B) ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Seat belt reminder light Open door warning light ∗...
  • Page 6 ’99camry U Traction control system indicator/warning Automatic transmission indicator lights ∗ 1 light Turn signal indicator lights Slip indicator light ∗ 1 : For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning Headlight high beam indicator light buzzers” in Chapter 1–5. ∗...

  • Page 7: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    If you should lose your keys or if you glove box and trunk. need additional keys, duplicates can be " Theft deterrent system made by a Toyota dealer using the key To protect things locked in the glove box " Fuel tank cap number.
  • Page 8 When using a key containing a trans- 1. Master key (black)—This key works in ponder chip, observe the following every lock. Your Toyota dealer will precautions: need it to make you a new key with built–in transponder chip.
  • Page 9 ’99camry U _ Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves. _ Do not knock the key hard against other objects. _ Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct sunlight.

  • Page 10: Engine Immobiliser System

    Toyota dealer. need additional keys, duplicates can be the electronic code in the chip corre- " made by a Toyota dealer using the key The indicator light stays on except sponds to the registered ID code for number.
  • Page 11 MADE IN JAPAN Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: For your Toyota dealer to make you a This device complies with Part 15 of the new key with built–in transporter chip, FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

  • Page 12: Side Doors

    ’99camry U Side doors Driver’s side LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN- SIDE LOCK BUTTON Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock button. To lock: Turn the key forward. To lock: Push the knob forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward.
  • Page 13 ’99camry U LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POW- CAUTION ER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. Before driving, be sure that the doors To lock: Push the switch on the front side. closed locked, especially To unlock: Push the switch on the rear when small children are in the ve- side.

  • Page 14: Wireless Remote Control

    ’99camry U —Wireless remote control Your vehicle has a wireless remote You have 30 seconds to open a door after control system that can lock or unlock using the wireless remote unlock feature. the doors, or activate the theft If a door is not opened by then, all the deterrent system from a distance within doors will be automatically locked again.

  • Page 15: Replacing Transmitter Batteries

    Pushing the ”PANIC” switch blows the trol transmitters for the same vehicle. nents. horn intermittently flashes Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed headlights and tail lights. information. Replace the transmitter batteries by the The ”PANIC” switch is used to deter ve- following procedures:...
  • Page 16 ’99camry U 1. Using a coin or equivalent, open the 2. Remove the discharged transmitter bat- 3. Put new transmitter batteries with neg- transmitter case. teries. ative (–) side up. Close the transmitter case securely. NOTICE NOTICE Do not bend the terminals. _ Make sure the positive side and negative side of the transmitter bat- teries should be faced correctly.

  • Page 17: Power Windows

    If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer. If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- dent. MODEL/FCC ID: GQ43VT7T ISC: 1470 K1361 MADE IN U.S.A.
  • Page 18 ’99camry U Window CAUTION lock button To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. " Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.

  • Page 19: Trunk Lid

    ’99camry U Trunk lid— —Lock release lever 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 outside, To open the trunk lid from the driver’s insert the master key and turn it clock- seat, pull up on the lock release lever.

  • Page 20: Luggage Security System

    ’99camry U —Luggage security system Hood This system deactivates the lock re- 2. After closing the trunk lid, insert the To open the hood: lease lever so that things locked in the master key and turn it counterclock- 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The trunk can be protected.

  • Page 21: Theft Deterrent System

    ’99camry U Theft deterrent system 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the To deter the vehicle theft, The system auxiliary catch lever and lift support rod into the slot. is designed to give an alarm if any of hood.

  • Page 22: Setting The System

    ’99camry U The system will automatically be set after If any of the door is unlocked without the 30 seconds. When the system is set, the key or wireless remote control transmitter indicator light will start flashing again. and the key is not in the ignition switch, all the doors will be automatically locked 4.

  • Page 23: Testing The System

    When refueling, turn off the engine. If the system does not work properly, it. After removing the cap, hang it have it checked by your Toyota dealer. on the cap hanger. CAUTION It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh "...

  • Page 24: Electric Moon Roof

    To operate the moon roof, use the several times. If the indicator lamp does switches beside the personal light. not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as The moon roof works when the ignition soon as possible. switch is in the ”ON” position. However,...
  • Page 25 ’99camry U Tilting operation— " Always make sure nobody places To tilt up: Push the switch on the ”TILT his/her head, hands and other parts UP” side. of the body in the roof opening be- To lower: Push the switch on the ”SLIDE fore you close the roof.
  • Page 26 ’99camry U...

  • Page 27: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    ’99camry U Part 1 Seats " While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Anti–glare inside rear view OPERATION OF hicle occupants should have the seatback mirror upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- INSTRUMENTS AND " Sun visors erly wear the seat belts provided.

  • Page 28: Seat Adjustment Precautions

    After adjusting the seat position, death serious injury. Consult try sliding it forward and backward your Toyota dealer. to make sure it is locked in posi- " Do not use accessories tion. seats which cover the parts where "...
  • Page 29 ’99camry U —Adjusting front seats (manual seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER 3. SEAT CUSHION HEIGHT ADJUSTING KNOB Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body Turn the knob either way. pressure and release the lever. 4.
  • Page 30 ’99camry U —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION CAUTION HEIGHT ADJUSTING SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired To reduce the risk of sliding under direction. the lap belt during a collision, avoid Releasing the switch will stop the seat at reclining the seatback any more than that position.

  • Page 31: Fold-Down Rear Seat

    ’99camry U Fold–down rear seat CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position: " Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in the proper position and are ready to use. "...

  • Page 32: Head Restraints

    Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Head restraints For your safety and comfort, adjust the Toyota strongly urges that the driver and head restraint before driving. passengers in the vehicle be properly re- strained at all times with the seat belts To raise: Pull it up.
  • Page 33 Part 5.) Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the death in the event of sudden braking " Replace the belt assembly (includ- use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for or a collision.
  • Page 34 It also may lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat slow, easy motion will allow the belt to until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your extend, and you can move around freely.
  • Page 35 ’99camry U CAUTION CAUTION Take up " Always make sure the shoulder belt slack High–positioned belts is positioned across the center of loose–fitting belts both could cause your shoulder. The belt should be serious injuries due to sliding un- Too high kept away from your neck, but not der the lap belt during a collision falling off your shoulder.

  • Page 36: Seat Belt Extender

    Please contact your local Toyota dealer so nally intended for. that the dealer can order the proper re- quired length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop- er measurement and selection of length.

  • Page 37: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

    " If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat The driver and front passenger’s seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot...
  • Page 38 ’99camry U When a seat belt pretensioner is acti- vated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke–like gas may be released. This gas is harmless and does not indicate that a fire is occur- ring. Once the seat belt pretensioner has been activated, the seat belt retractor remains locked.
  • Page 39 If either of the following conditions occurs, this ture indicates a malfunction of the airbags or _ Attachment of a grille guard (bull pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, soon possible service winches or any other equipment to vehicle.

  • Page 40: Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags

    A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment killed seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that: " The driver sit as far back as pos- sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle. "...
  • Page 41 ’99camry U If the severity of the impact is below the above threshold level, the SRS airbags may not deploy. However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or Collision from rear sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if it is involved in an underride...
  • Page 42 ’99camry U In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction Hitting a curb, in the inflators momentarily fills the air- Falling into or edge of pavement bags with non–toxic gas to help restrain jumping over a or hard material the forward motion of the occupants.
  • Page 43 The front seat occupants can restraint system. Toyota strongly be killed or seriously injured by an recommends that all infants and inflating airbag if they do not wear children be placed in the rear seat the available seat belts.
  • Page 44 ’99camry U " instructions concerning installation of a child restraint sys- tem, see ”Child restraint” in this chapter. Move seat fully back " " Never put a rear–facing child re- A forward–facing child restraint sys- straint system on the front seat be- tem should be allowed to put on cause the force of the rapid infla- the front seat only when it is un-...
  • Page 45 ’99camry U " " " Do not sit on the edge of the seat Do not allow a child to stand up, Do not put objects or your pets on or lean over the dashboard when or to kneel on the front passenger or in front of the dashboard or the vehicle is in use.
  • Page 46 Contact your the front end Toyota dealer as soon as possible to _ Repairs made on or near the front service the vehicle. fenders, front end structure, con- "...

  • Page 47: Srs Side Airbags

    SRS side airbags 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 are designed to pro- "...
  • Page 48 ’99camry U CAUTION SRS side airbags inflate with consid- erable force. To avoid potential death or serious injury during inflation of a side airbag, Toyota strongly recom- mends that the driver and front pas- senger; " Wear their seat belt "...
  • Page 49 ’99camry U There may be the case that the SRS side airbags will not activate with such an im- pact in which the occupant wearing the seat belt correctly would not get serious injury. Collision from the rear The SRS side airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger compartment gets a severe impact from the side.
  • Page 50 When the airbags inflate, they produce a belt systems. The front seat occu- restraint system. Toyota strongly fairly loud noise and release some smoke pants can be killed or seriously in- recommends that all infants and and residue along with non–toxic gas.
  • Page 51 Consult your Toyota dealer. Failure to follow these instructions " " Do not lean against the front door Do not attach a cup holder or any can result in death or serious inju- when the vehicle is in use.
  • Page 52 _ Modification of the side structure of This side airbag system has In the following cases, contact your Toyota the passenger compartment service reminder indicator to inform the dealer as soon as possible: _ Repairs made on or near the con- driver of operating problems.

  • Page 53: Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions

    ’99camry U Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child " NOTICE Toyota strongly urges use of restraint systems children small proper child restraint system which enough to use them. Do not disconnect the battery cables conforms to the size of the child, before contacting your Toyota dealer.

  • Page 54: Child Restraint System

    ’99camry U —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small " A forward–facing child restraint sys- CAUTION child or baby must itself be properly tem should be allowed to put on restrained on the seat with the lap por- "...
  • Page 55 Toyota dealer. event of a sudden stop or accident. " CRS installation kit (Part No.

  • Page 56: Built-In Child Restraint

    ’99camry U —Built–in child restraint The built–in child restraint system mainly consists of a child seat integrated in the rear seat and 5–point seat belts. Refer to the illustration to become familiar with the parts of the system. This child restraint system conforms to U.S.
  • Page 57 ’99camry U This child restraint is designed for use " CAUTION Keep the belts clean and dry. If only by children who weigh between 10 they need cleaning, use a mild soap and 30 kg (22.1 and 66.1 pounds), and Make sure the child is securely re- solution or lukewarm water.
  • Page 58 ’99camry U 1. Remove the head restraint and upper 2. Insert the head restraint and upper 3. While pulling the seat belt release pad by pressing the head restraint pad into the storage bag. Then place strap (black), pull both shoulder lock release button and pulling up the storage bag into the trunk by...
  • Page 59 ’99camry U 4. Compress the shoulder belt clip to 5. Pull down the seatback part of the 6. Press the removable pad against the separate the right and left shoulder removable pad. Make sure the child’s fastener tapes and install the pad to belts.
  • Page 60 ’99camry U " Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tabs and buckle. " If the seat belt does not function normally, cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toy- ota dealer immediately.
  • Page 61 ’99camry U 9. Pull the seat belt adjustment strap 10. To release the child from the seat 11. To store the built–in child restraint, (gray tab) firmly until the shoulder belts, separate the shoulder belts fasten the shoulder belt clip and re- belts are snugly adjusted around the then press the buckle release button.

  • Page 62: Types Of Child Restraint System

    ’99camry U —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into CAUTION the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. Before using the vehicle’s seat belt, (A) Infant seat make sure the head restraint and up- (B) Convertible seat per pad is reinstalled.
  • Page 63 ’99camry U —Installation with 3–point type seat belt (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION An infant seat is used in rear–facing position only. " Never put a rear–facing child re- straint system on the front seat be- cause the force of the rapid infla- tion of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child.
  • Page 64 Contact your 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Toyota dealer immediately. Do not " Do not put a rear–facing child re- or around the infant seat following the use the seat until the seat belt is...
  • Page 65 ’99camry U 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 66 ’99camry U 4. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle–release button and allow the A convertible seat is used in forward– belt to retract completely. The belt will facing and rear–facing position depend- " Never put a rear–facing child re- move freely again and be ready to ing on the child’s age and size.
  • Page 67 ’99camry U Move seat fully back 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through " " A forward–facing child restraint sys- Do not put a rear–facing child re- or around the convertible seat following tem should be allowed to put on straint system on the rear seat if it instructions provided...
  • Page 68 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat Toyota dealer immediately. Do not in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and use the seat until the seat belt is...
  • Page 69 ’99camry U 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle–release button and allow the A booster seat is used in forward–fac- belt to retract completely. The belt will ing position only. Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to tem in different directions to be sure work for an adult or older child passen-...
  • Page 70 ’99camry U CAUTION " Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from child’s neck, but not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail- ure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a col- lision.
  • Page 71 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 2. To remove the child restraint system, If your child restraint system requires press the buckle–release button and al- the use of a top strap, latch the hook low the belt to retract.
  • Page 72 ’99camry U Anchor Bolt Anchor bracket Bolt Anchor bracket Bolt bracket 345 mm Spacer (13.6 in.) Spacer Spacer 100 mm 100 mm (4.0 in.) (4.0 in.) 185 mm (7.3 in.) TYPE A Outside anchors— TYPE B On the filler panel behind the rear seat a.

  • Page 73: Tilt Steering Wheel

    3 anchor locations shown in the illustra- tion. If your child restraint system does not provide any of the necessary parts, ask your Toyota dealer. (See ”—Child restraint system”.) Outside anchors— To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, pull up the a.

  • Page 74: Outside Rear View Mirrors

    ’99camry U Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION CAUTION " " Do not adjust the steering wheel Do not adjust the mirror while the while the vehicle is moving. vehicle is moving. It may cause the " driver to mishandle the vehicle and After adjusting the steering wheel, an accident may occur resulting in try moving it up and down to make...

  • Page 75: Power Rear View Mirror Control

    ’99camry U —Rear view mirror remote —Power rear view mirror control control 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 the rear view mirror, simply To adjust a mirror, use the switches.

  • Page 76: Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror

    ’99camry U Anti–glare inside rear view mirror Sun visors— CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. Adjust the mirror so that you can just To block out glare, move the sun visor.

  • Page 77: Vanity Mirrors

    ’99camry U —Vanity mirrors CAUTION Do not extend the plate at the end of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover the anti–glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view. To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover.
  • Page 78 ’99camry U...

  • Page 79: Operation Of Instruments And Controls

    ’99camry U Part 1 Headlights and turn signals OPERATION OF NOTICE INSTRUMENTS AND To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on CONTROLS— for a long period when the engine is not running. Chapter 1–4 Daytime running light system Lights, Wipers and The headlights turn on at reduced intensi-...

  • Page 80: Turn Signals

    ’99camry U The daytime running light control sensor High–Low beams—For high beams, turn TURN SIGNALS is on the top of the passenger’s side the headlights on and push the lever away To signal a turn, push the headlight/ instrument panel. from you (position 1).

  • Page 81: Emergency Flashers

    ’99camry U Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control 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. To turn on the emergency flashers, To adjust the brightness of the instru- push the switch.

  • Page 82: Interior Light

    ’99camry U Interior light Ignition switch light Personal light To turn on the interior light, slide the For easy access to the ignition switch, To turn on the personal light, push the switch. the ignition switch light comes on when switch.

  • Page 83: Windshield Wipers And Washer

    ’99camry U Windshield wipers and Rear window and outside washer rear view mirror defoggers To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see ”Adding washer fluid”...
  • Page 84 ’99camry U CAUTION Since the mirror surfaces can get hot keep your hands off them when the defogger switch is on. Make sure you turn the defoggers off when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop–and–go driving.

  • Page 85: Chapter 1-5 Gauges, Meters And Service Reminder Indicators

    Gauges, Meters and The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does Service reminder not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as Low fuel level indicators soon as possible. warning light "...
  • Page 86 ’99camry U Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer " Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop–and–go traffic. " Towing a trailer. NOTICE _ Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to con- trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within...

  • Page 87: Odometer And Two Trip Meters

    Take vehicle to since the last time each trip meter was Toyota dealer. set to zero. You can use one trip meter to calculate the fuel economy and the other to Low fuel level Fill up tank.
  • Page 88 The light should go off. Take vehicle to Low brake fluid level warning Take vehicle to Toyota dealer (type A) Toyota dealer. If this light comes on and stays on while immediately. you are driving, slow down and pull off the road.
  • Page 89 (c) Discharge Warning Light case c, have your vehicle checked/re- This light warns that the battery is being Do not drive the vehicle with the paired by your Toyota dealer as soon as discharged. warning light on—even for one block. possible.
  • Page 90 ”Adding washer fluid” in Chapter 7–3.) ing, have your vehicle checked by your (j) SRS Airbag Warning Light Toyota dealer as soon as possible. (l) ”TRAC OFF” Indicator/Warning Light This light will come on when the igni- The light will come on when the ignition tion key is turned to the ”ACC”...
  • Page 91 Have it the ignition key in the ”ACC” or ”LOCK” checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as position. possible. CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICA- TORS (except the low fuel level warning light and low windshield washer fluid level warning light) 1.
  • Page 92 ’99camry U...

  • Page 93: Chapter 1-6 Ignition Switch, Transmission And Parking Brake

    ’99camry U Ignition switch with steering lock Part 1 You must push in the key to turn the key OPERATION OF from ”ACC” to the ”LOCK” position. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, INSTRUMENTS AND the selector lever must be put in the ”P” CONTROLS—...
  • Page 94 ’99camry U NOTICE Do not leave the key in the ”ON” position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.

  • Page 95: Automatic Transmission

    ’99camry U Automatic transmission Lock release button Overdrive switch To prevent misshifting For selecting either a three–speed or four–speed transmission Parking, engine starting and key ON position removal postition (Shifting into overdrive Reverse position possible) Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine OFF position braking...
  • Page 96 ’99camry U Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake Vehicles with cruise control When the lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal cruise control is being used, even if you incorrect operation.
  • Page 97 ’99camry U (e) Parking NOTICE CAUTION 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. _ Be careful not to overrev the en- 2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to Always keep your foot on the brake gine. Watch the tachometer to keep securely apply the parking brake.

  • Page 98: Manual Transmission

    ’99camry U Manual transmission (g) Rocking your vehicle if stuck _ If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, CAUTION consider other ways such as tow- ing. your vehicle becomes stuck snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may (h) If you cannot shift the selector le- attempt to rock your vehicle free by ver out of ”P”...

  • Page 99: Parking Brake

    ’99camry U Parking brake gear km/h (mph) Good driving practice 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 24 (15) " If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 40 (25) the transmission in neutral, release the 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 64 (40) clutch pedal momentarily, and then try...

  • Page 100: Cruise Control

    ’99camry U Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 101 Toyota deal- the set speed. When you release it, the er at the earliest opportunity. vehicle will return to the speed set prior RESETTING AT A FASTER SPEED to the acceleration.
  • Page 102 To decrease the vehicle speed, reset to a slower speed If this is the case, contact your Toyota with the cruise control lever or depress dealer and have your vehicle inspected. the brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled.
  • Page 103 ’99camry U Car audio system— —Reference Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1–7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system · · Type 1: AM FM ETR radio/cassette player/ Type 3: AM FM ETR radio/cassette player/ Car audio system compact disc auto changer controller compact disc auto changer controller Reference...

  • Page 104: Turning The System On And Off

    —Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of tem.
  • Page 105 ’99camry U YOUR RADIO ANTENNA YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER When you insert a disc, gently push it in NOTICE with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side Attaching the film (especially conduc- is down.) The compact disc player will tive or metallic type) on the rear play from track 1 through the end of the...
  • Page 106 ’99camry U —Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
  • Page 107 ’99camry U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Cassette Player tune in radio stations. will appear on the display. Push the fast forward button to fast for- To preset a station to a button: Tune in If the audio system is off, you can turn ward a cassette tape.
  • Page 108 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”BAL” er and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- DISC "...
  • Page 109 ’99camry U ∗ RAND (Random) Dolbyr B NR Push ”FM” to switch the FM band. ”FM1” There are two random features—you can If you are listening to a tape that was or ”FM2” will appear on the display. This either listen to the tracks on all the com- recorded with Dolbyr B Noise Reduction, system allows you to set twelve FM sta- pact discs in the magazine in random or-...
  • Page 110 ’99camry U RPT (Repeat) SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
  • Page 111 Your radio automatically changes to stereo Tuning reception when a stereo broadcast is re- Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or signal becomes weak, the radio reduces ”"”...
  • Page 112 ’99camry U "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
  • Page 113 ’99camry U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AUDIO CONTROL / MODE (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Manual tone adjustment function— If you want to fast forward or reverse tune in radio stations. through a compact disc track, push and This knob is used to adjust the tone hold in the fast forward or reverse button.
  • Page 114 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”BAL” disc player and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- DISC "...
  • Page 115 ’99camry U RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) SCAN There are two random features—you can There are two repeat features—you can Radio either listen to the tracks on all the com- either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on pact discs in the magazine in random or- pact disc.
  • Page 116 Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR).
  • Page 117 ’99camry U "Type 3 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
  • Page 118 ’99camry U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Cassette Player tune in radio stations. will appear on the display. Push the fast forward button to fast for- To preset a station to a button: Tune in If the audio system is off, you can turn ward a cassette tape.
  • Page 119 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”FAd” er and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- DISC "...
  • Page 120 ’99camry U ∗ MTL (Metal) Display RAND (Random) Dolbyr B NR If a metal or chrome equivalent cassette There are two random features—you can If you are listening to a tape that was tape is put in the cassette player, the either listen to the tracks on all the com- recorded with Dolbyr B Noise Reduction, player will automatically adapt to it and...
  • Page 121 ’99camry U RPT (Repeat) Compact disc auto changer only— To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release ”SCAN”. If you Cassette Player Repeating a disc: hear a beep, you held the button too long, Push and hold ”RPT” until you hear a Push ”RPT”...
  • Page 122 ’99camry U Compact disc auto changer only— Cassette Player The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks Scanning for the first tracks of all the By using this button, you can skip up or remaining on the current cassette side.
  • Page 123 ST (Stereo reception) display TUNE (Tuning) Your radio automatically changes to stereo Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio reception when a stereo broadcast is re- (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the ”"”...
  • Page 124 ’99camry U "Type 4 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
  • Page 125 ’99camry U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AM FM (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM FM” to switch between the AM Cassette Player tune in radio stations. and FM bands. ”AM”, ”FM1” or ”FM2” will Push the fast forward button to fast for- appear on the display.
  • Page 126 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”FAd” disc player and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- DISC "...
  • Page 127 ’99camry U ∗ PROG (Program) Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Dolbyr B NR Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND” Push ”PROG” to select the other side of If you are listening to a tape that was will appear on the display. The disc you a cassette tape.
  • Page 128 ’99camry U Compact Disc Player SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
  • Page 129 ’99camry U SEEK (Seeking) When counting the number of tracks you SKIP want to rewind, remember to count the Radio The skip feature allows you to fast for- current track as well. For example, if you ward past long stretches of blank tape. In the seek mode, the radio finds and want to rewind to a song that is two be- This is especially useful at the end of...
  • Page 130 TUNE (Tuning) Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or ”"” (down) side of ”TUNE” to step up or down the station band. (If you hear a beep, you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode.)
  • Page 131 ’99camry U "Type 5 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
  • Page 132 ’99camry U 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AM FM (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM FM” to switch between the AM Cassette Player tune in radio stations. and FM bands. ”AM”, ”FM1” or ”FM2” will Push the fast forward button to fast for- appear on the display.
  • Page 133 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”BAL” disc player and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- DISC "...
  • Page 134 ’99camry U ∗ PROG (Program) Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Dolbyr B NR Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND” Push ”PROG” to select the other side of If you are listening to a tape that was will appear on the display. The disc you a cassette tape.
  • Page 135 ’99camry U Compact Disc Player SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
  • Page 136 ’99camry U SEEK (Seeking) When counting the number of tracks you SKIP want to rewind, remember to count the Radio The skip feature allows you to fast for- current track as well. For example, if you ward past long stretches of blank tape. In the seek mode, the radio finds and want to rewind to a song that is two be- This is especially useful at the end of...

  • Page 137: Car Audio System Operating Hints

    Station swapping—If the FM signal you AM signals. And of course, radio signals Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio are listening to is interrupted or weak- have a limited range, and the farther you (ETR).

  • Page 138: Caring For Your Compact Disc Player And Discs

    ’99camry U Use high–quality cassettes. Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low–quality cassette tapes can cause the upper atmosphere—especially at night. many problems, including poor sound, These reflected signals can interfere with inconsistent playing speed, those received directly from the radio sta- constant auto–reversing.
  • Page 139 ’99camry U If moisture gets into your compact disc CAUTION player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player Compact disc players use invisible la- appears to be working. Remove the ser beam which could cause hazard- disc from the player and wait until it radiation exposure directed...
  • Page 140 ’99camry U Air conditioning system— —Controls 1. ”A/C” Button 2. Air Intake Selector 3. Air Flow Selector 4. Temperature Selector 5. Fan Speed Selector...
  • Page 141 ’99camry U Fan speed selector For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after ”A/C” button. Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to the right to increase, to the left to de- Turning the Air Flow Selector to wind- crease.
  • Page 142 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside the vehicle.

  • Page 143: Air Flow Selector Settings

    ’99camry U —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 144 ’99camry U Heating Air conditioning Defogging For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM Temperature—Towards COLD Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF”...

  • Page 145: Side Vents

    ’99camry U —Side vents Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD Turning the Air Flow Selector to wind- shield position turns on the defroster to clear the front view more quickly.
  • Page 146 ’99camry U...

  • Page 147: Chapter 1-8 Other Equipment

    ’99camry U Part 1 Clock The digital clock indicates the time. OPERATION OF The key must be in the ”ACC” or ”ON” INSTRUMENTS AND position. To reset the hour: Push the ”H” button. CONTROLS— To reset the minutes: Push the ”M” button. If the electrical power source has been Chapter 1–8 disconnected from the clock, the time dis-...

  • Page 148: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtrays

    If the engine is not running, the key must be in the ”ACC” position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. ASHTRAYS To use the ashtray, open out.

  • Page 149: Glove Box

    ’99camry U Glove box Garage door opener box _ Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the ap- propriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any liquid into the out- let may cause electrical failure or short circuits.
  • Page 150 ’99camry U Remove the paper strip covering the adhe- Please note if transmitter has wire clip for Place the transmitter with Velcro loop fac- sive on back side of loop and adhere loop sun visor, this clip must be removed prior ing inside of box into the box.
  • Page 151 ’99camry U Remove spacers from the center panel. When the garage door opener transmitter If the center panel does not contact with Place the largest spacer on the pin that is properly installed, you can operate the your garage door opener transmitter: would be below transmitter button when transmitter by pushing the center panel of "...
  • Page 152 ’99camry U CAUTION " To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the garage door opener box closed while driving. " Keep the remained spacers away from children. The miscellaneous box and garage door Installing the cover—...

  • Page 153: Auxiliary Box

    ’99camry U Miscellaneous box Auxiliary box Cup holder Front To use the box, open it as shown To use the box, pull on the handle. above. CAUTION CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed...

  • Page 154: Traction Control System

    ’99camry U Traction control system The cup holder is designed for holding AUTOMATIC TRACTION CONTROL SYS- cups drink–cans securely holes. The traction control system automatical- Front: To use the holder, open the lid. ly helps control the spinning of the Rear: To use the holder, pull it out.

  • Page 155: Manual Operation

    ’99camry U When getting the vehicle out of mud or CAUTION new snow, etc. the traction control system will help operate to prevent the wheels Under certain slippery road condi- from spinning. tions, full traction of the vehicles and power to the front wheels may not be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation.

  • Page 156: Floor Mat

    ’99camry U Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION If the floor carpet and floor mat have a hole, then it is designed for use with a Make sure the floor mat is properly locking clip. Fix the floor mat with locking placed on the floor carpet.

  • Page 157: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

    ’99camry U Part 7 DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7–1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do–it–yourself service precautions Parts and tools...
  • Page 158 ’99camry U Engine compartment overview "5S–FE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil level dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse blocks 7. Battery 8. Electric cooling fans 9. Windshield washer fluid tank...
  • Page 159 ’99camry U "1MZ–FE engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil level dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse blocks 7. Battery 8. Electric cooling fans 9. Windshield washer fluid tank...

  • Page 160: Fuse Locations

    ’99camry U Fuse locations Spare fuses Type A With daytime running light system only Type B...

  • Page 161: Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions

    Read separate compartment—the engine, radiator, Toyota Warranty statement for details and exhaust manifold and spark plug suggestions. boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care- This part gives instructions only for those ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids items that are relatively easy for an owner and spark plugs may also be hot.
  • Page 162 ’99camry U r Do not overfill automatic transmis- Be sure that the ignition is off if Dispose of used oil and filter only sion fluid, transmission you work near the electric cooling in a safe and acceptable manner. could be damaged. fans or radiator grille.

  • Page 163: Parts And Tools

    Parts (if level is low): Parts (if replacement is necessary): nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent with signed in metric sizes, so your tools must...
  • Page 164 ’99camry U...

  • Page 165: Chapter 7-2 Engine And Chassis

    ’99camry U Part 7 Checking the engine oil level DO–IT–YOURSELF Low level Full level CAUTION MAINTENANCE— Be careful not to touch the hot ex- haust manifold. Type A Chapter 7–2 If the oil level is below or only slightly Engine and Chassis above the low level line, add engine oil Type B of the same type as already in the en-...
  • Page 166 ’99camry U Engine oil selection Oil identification marks Use API grade SJ, ”Energy–Conserving” Either or both API registered marks are or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. Recommended viscosity (SAE): The API Service Symbol is located any- where on the outside of the container.

  • Page 167: Checking The Engine Coolant Level

    (preferably demineralized If you can find no leak, have your Toyota water or distilled water). The total capacity dealer test the cap pressure and check of the cooling system is given in Part 8.

  • Page 168: Checking Brake Fluid

    ’99camry U Checking brake fluid Checking power steering fluid Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once Open opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a If cold dangerous loss of braking. Close O.K. If hot O.K.

  • Page 169: Checking Tire Pressure

    If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it Keep your tire pressures at the proper checked by your Toyota dealer. level. CAUTION The following instructions for checking The recommended cold tire pressures, tire tire pressure should be observed:...

  • Page 170: Checking And Replacing Tires

    REPLACING YOUR TIRES The tires on your Toyota have built–in as soon as possible. tread wear indicators to help you know When replacing a tire, use only the when the tires need replacement.

  • Page 171: Rotating Tires

    Toyota. Do not use tires other than those men- Toyota recommends all four tires, or at tioned above. Do not install studded tires least both of the front or rear tires be without first checking local regulations for To equalize the wear and help extend replaced at a time as a set.

  • Page 172: Replacing Wheels

    Regulations regarding the use of tire versely affect vehicle handling. Correct replacement wheels are available chains vary according to location or at your Toyota dealer. type of road, so always check them A wheel of a different size or type may before installing chains.

  • Page 173: Aluminum Wheel Precautions

    " When using tire chains, be careful not for a tubeless tire. to damage the aluminum wheels. " Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. " When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
  • Page 174 ’99camry U...

  • Page 175: Chapter 7-3 Electrical Components

    ’99camry U Checking battery condition— —Precautions Part 7 DO–IT–YOURSELF " CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If MAINTENANCE— BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and "...
  • Page 176 BLUE Good rosion. Charging necessary. b. If the terminal connections are loose, DARK WHITE Have battery checked tighten their clamp nuts—but do not by your Toyota dealer. overtighten. Have battery CLEAR or c. Tighten hold–down clamp only LIGHT checked by your...

  • Page 177: Battery Recharging Precautions

    ’99camry U Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: Type A 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable. 2.

  • Page 178: Mirror-Heater

    Have your Toyota dealer correct it as light comes on, the washer tank may be soon as possible. empty. Add washer fluid.

  • Page 179: Replacing Light Bulbs

    ’99camry U Replacing light bulbs— The following illustrations show how to A: HB2 halogen bulbs Bulb Light bulbs Type gain access to the bulbs. When replacing B: Single end bulbs a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and C: Wedge base bulbs Headlights 60/55 light switch are off.
  • Page 180 Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly on hole. the connector and the headlight body. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

  • Page 181: Parking, Front Side Marker And Front Turn Signal Lights

    ’99camry U —Parking, front side marker and front turn signal lights Use a flat–bladed screwdriver. Remove Removing cover clips Use a flat–bladed screw driver. To protect and install the cover clips as shown in the surface, place several sheets of paper the following illustrations.
  • Page 182 ’99camry U —Rear side maker, rear turn signal, stop and tail lights a: Rear side marker light b: Rear turn signal light c: Stop and tail light...
  • Page 183 ’99camry U —Back–up tail lights —Back–up tail lights (type A) (type B) a: Back–up light Use a flat–bladed screwdriver. Remove b: Tail light and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations.

  • Page 184: License Plate Lights

    ’99camry U —License plate lights Removing the cover clips Use a flat–bladed screwdriver. Remove and install the cover clips as shown in the following illustrations. Installing the cover clips a: Back–up light b: Tail light...

  • Page 185: High Mounted Stoplight

    ’99camry U —High mounted stoplight Removing cover clips Installing cover clips...
  • Page 186 ’99camry U...

  • Page 187: Information Before Driving Your Toyota

    1600 km (1000 miles) can add To help prevent gas station mix–ups, your YOUR TOYOTA to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- your vehicle: ing. The special nozzle on pumps with "...
  • Page 188 If it is severe, this will mance and better protection of your en- If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be lead to engine damage. gine. sure that it is unleaded, has an octane If your engine knocks...

  • Page 189: Operation In Foreign Countries

    ’99camry U Operation in foreign countries Three–way catalytic converters GASOLINES QUALITY If you plan to drive your Toyota in another country... In a very few cases, you may experience driveability problems caused by the partic- First, comply with the vehicle registration ular gasoline that you are using.
  • Page 190 ’99camry U NOTICE CAUTION A large amount of unburned gases " Keep people and combustible mate- flowing into the three–way catalytic rials away from the exhaust pipe converter may cause it to overheat while the engine is running. The and create a fire hazard. To prevent exhaust gas is very hot.

  • Page 191: 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 192: Engine Oil Consumption

    " Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston More oil is consumed by high–speed driv- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil ing and frequent acceleration and decel- level be checked every time you refuel is left on the cylinder wall when a pis- eration.

  • Page 193: Brake Booster

    ’99camry U Twin ground electrode platinum–tipped spark plugs Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE CAUTION SYSTEM The tandem master cylinder brake system " Do not pump the brake pedal if the is a hydraulic system with two separate engine stalls. Each push on the sub–systems.
  • Page 194 Contact your Toyota dealer as viding vehicle control, it is still important soon as possible to service the vehicle. to drive with all due care, because the "...

  • Page 195: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators

    Locating the weight as far for- sudden braking or braking on slippery ward as possible helps maintain bal- road surfaces. Have your vehicle checked ance. by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- " sible. For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded weight.

  • Page 196: Your Toyota's Identification- -Vehicle Identification Number

    This is the primary identification number ing, and impair the driver’s control for your Toyota. It is used in registering of the vehicle. In an accident they the ownership of your vehicle. may injure the vehicle occupants.

  • Page 197: Engine Number

    ’99camry U —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 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 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 198: Suspension And Chassis

    ’99camry U Suspension and chassis Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires " Do not modify the suspension/chassis Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high–speed capability with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.

  • Page 199: Starting And Driving

    ’99camry U How to start the engine— (a) Before cranking Part 3 Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. STARTING AND fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- DRIVING 2.

  • Page 200: Tips For Driving In Various Conditions

    If they still do not See ”If your vehicle will not start” in Part work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.

  • Page 201: Winter Driving Tips

    When it is extremely cold, we recommend reduce your speed and downshift. wet, your vehicle will require a to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to Remember, if you ride the brakes longer stopping distance, provide protection down to about –50 C...

  • Page 202: Trailer Towing

    Your safety and satisfaction depend harder starting. If you are not sure about not use the parking brake, or snow or on the proper use of correct equipment which oil to use, call your Toyota deal- water accumulated in and around the cautious driving habits.

  • Page 203: Weight Limits

    ’99camry U WEIGHT LIMITS " Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- Before towing, make sure the total trailer ent weight capacities established by weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle the hitch manufacturer. Even though weight and trailer tongue load are all with- the vehicle may be physically capa- in the limits.
  • Page 204 Certification Label. hitch manufacturer. Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease. " Toyota recommends removing the trail- er hitch whenever you are not towing Tongue load a trailer to reduce the possibility of 100 = 9 to 11%...
  • Page 205 220 (2.2, 32) BREAK–IN SCHEDULE CAUTION Rear 220 (2.2, 32) " Toyota recommends that you do not " " The trailer tires should be inflated to tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a If the total trailer weight exceeds...

  • Page 206: Trailer Towing Tips

    ’99camry U " " PRE–TOWING SAFETY CHECK Backing with a trailer is difficult and Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. " requires practice. Grip the bottom of The trailer could hit your vehicle in a Check that your vehicle remains level the steering wheel and move your hand tight turn.
  • Page 207 ’99camry U " In order to maintain engine braking effi- 1. Apply the brakes and hold. CAUTION ciency do not use fifth gear (manual 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- transmission) or overdrive (automatic der both the vehicle and trailer wheels. "...

  • Page 208: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, Too

    ’99camry U How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too " " Getting more kilometers/mileage from a Avoid engine lug or overrevving. Use Keep front wheels in proper liter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it a gear position suitable for the road on alignment.
  • Page 209 ’99camry U CAUTION Never turn off the engine to coast down hills. Your power steering and brake booster will not function with- out the engine running. Also, the emission control system operates properly only when the engine is run- ning.
  • Page 210 ’99camry U...

  • Page 211: In Case Of An Emergency

    If your engine stalls while they work, your key may be broken. Have fire hazard. driving the key checked at your Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, the system is " If your vehicle overheats If the engine turns over at its normal possibly broken.
  • Page 212 " 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 213: Jump-Starting Procedure

    ’99camry U JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE Discharged 1. If the booster battery is installed in Jumper cable battery another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. Booster 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs battery from the booster and discharged batter- ies.

  • Page 214: If Your Engine Stalls While Driving

    ’99camry U If your engine stalls while driving Do not connect it to or near any part If your engine stalls while driving... that moves when engine 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping cranked. a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.

  • Page 215: If Your Vehicle Overheats

    You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and...

  • Page 216: If You Have A Flat Tire

    ’99camry U If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping " NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm a straight line. Move cautiously off the ground, firmly set the parking brake road to a safe place well away from Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in ”P”...

  • Page 217: Required Tools And Spare Tire

    ’99camry U —Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the required tools and spare Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: tire. To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1 1. Loosen the nut and remove it. 1.

  • Page 218: Removing Wheel Ornament

    ’99camry U —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown. CAUTION Do not try to pull off the ornament by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected person- al injury.

  • Page 219: Loosening Wheel Nuts

    ’99camry U —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in point as shown. the vehicle, raise it high enough so Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- that the spare tire can be installed.

  • Page 220: Changing Wheels

    ’99camry U —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels Lift the flat tire straight off and put it without good metal–to–metal contact at the aside.

  • Page 221: Reinstalling Wheel Nuts

    ’99camry U —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger 9.

  • Page 222: Reinstalling Wheel Ornament

    ’99camry U —Reinstalling wheel ornament —After changing wheels 10. Reinstall the wheel ornament. 11. Check the air pressure of the re- placed tire. 1. Put the wheel ornament into position. Adjust the air pressure to the specification On some models, align the cutout of the designed in Part 8.

  • Page 223: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed

    If towing is necessary, we recommend (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you to have it done by your Toyota From front—Release the parking brake. —From front dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice.

  • Page 224: Emergency Towing

    (b) Using flat bed truck (c) Towing with sling type truck If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota NOTICE dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. Do not tow with sling type truck, ei- If towing service is not available in an ther from the front or rear.

  • Page 225: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever

    ’99camry U If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever 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 226: If You Lose Your Keys

    Even if you lose only one key, contact 4. Shift into ”N” position. your Toyota dealer to make a new key. 5. Insert the cover. However, if you loose all your master keys, the dealer cannot duplicate key but 6.

  • Page 227: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care

    Now, it is up to you. Proper " High temperatures will cause corrosion care of your Toyota can help ensure long– to those components of the vehicle " Protecting your Toyota from term corrosion prevention. which are prevented from quick–drying...

  • Page 228: Washing And Waxing Your Toyota

    We recommend See ”Washing and waxing your Toyota” for " When driving in the areas where there that the fittings and the area where the more tips.
  • Page 229 Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not er the process is safe for the paint on scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper NOTICE your vehicle. faces are soft. Waxing your Toyota Always remove the plastic bumpers if Road tar: Remove with turpentine your vehicle is re–painted and placed...

  • Page 230: Cleaning The Interior

    ’99camry U Cleaning the interior First vacuum over the upholstery to re- Do not apply water—the best results are CAUTION move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the possible.
  • Page 231 Toyota, your local tain the ingredients mentioned a- could cause discoloring. Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer bove. Immediately clean any spill them. _ Use of a nylon brush or synthetic using the method mentioned above.
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  • Page 233: Vehicle Maintenance And Care

    Toyota dealer will be dating this warranty. See ”Owner’s War- pleased to do them at a nominal cost.

  • Page 234: General Maintenance

    They learn to work on ment” for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, fied service shop immediately. It is recom- rather than while they are working on it.

  • Page 235: Inside The Vehicle

    ’99camry U Tire surface and wheel nuts Lights Accelerator pedal Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail Check the pedal for smooth operation and or excessive wear. See Chapter 7–2 for lights, turn signal lights, and other lights uneven pedal effort or catching.

  • Page 236: In The Engine Compartment

    ’99camry U Does your vehicle need repairing? IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Power steering fluid level Be on the alert for changes in perfor- Check the level through the reservoir. The mance, sounds, and visual tip–offs that Items listed below should be checked level should be in the ”HOT”...
  • Page 237 ’99camry U If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair. CAUTION Do not continue driving with the ve- hicle unchecked. It could result in se- rious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.
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  • Page 239: Specifications

    ’99camry U Part 8 Dimensions and weight SPECIFICATIONS P195/70R14 tire P205/65R15 tire Overall length mm (in.) 4783 (188.3) 4783 (188.3) " Dimensions and weight Overall width mm (in.) 1780 (70.1) 1780 (70.1) " Engine ∗ ∗ Overall height mm (in.) 1416 (55.7) 1419...
  • Page 240 ’99camry U Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 5S–FE and 1MZ–FE 5S–FE engine Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Type: 5S–FE engine (Research Octane Number 91) or higher 5S–FE engine Intake 0.19—0.29 (0.007—0.011) 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline 1MZ–FE engine Exhaust...
  • Page 241 3.6 (3.8, 3.2) Coolant type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Without filter 3.4 (3.6, 3.0) ”Toyota Long Life Coolant” or equivalent MANUAL TRANSAXLE 1MZ–FE engine With ethylene–glycol type coolant for a Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): With filter 4.7 (5.0, 4.1)
  • Page 242 ’99camry U 5S–FE engine Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 Automatic transmission STEERING Fluid capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. qt.): Wheel freeplay: Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.) Up to 2.5 (2.6, 2.2) Fluid type: Power steering fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid D–ll or Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONrII...
  • Page 243 ’99camry U Tires Normal driving kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) For all loads including full rated loads For reduced loads (1 to 4 passengers) Tire size Tire size Wheel size Wheel size Front Rear Front Rear P195/70R14 90S 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30)
  • Page 244 ’99camry U Fuses Engine compartment Engine compartment (type A) Fuses (type A) 8. HORN 10 A: Horn, theft deterrent sys- 1. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system 9. HAZARD 10 A: Emergency flasher 2. SPARE 10 A: Spare fuse 10. AM2 30 A: Gauge and meter, SRS 3.
  • Page 245 ’99camry U 22. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, back–up lights, cruise control system, charging system, traction control sys- tem, daytime running light system, power windows, service reminder indi- cators and warning buzzers 23. WIPER 25 A: Windshield wipers and washer 24.
  • Page 246 ’99camry U 27. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, cruise control 34. PANEL 7.5 A: Gauge and meter, audio 43. PWR 30 A: Power window control sys- system, high–mounted stoplight, anti– system, cigarette lighter, glove box tem, power seat, electric moon roof lock brake system, shift lock control light, clock, instrument panel light con- 44.

  • Page 247: Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners And Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual prob- lems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

  • Page 248: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    A tire marked C may have tire failure. quality grading. poor traction performance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.
  • Page 249 ’99camry U Part 10 INDEX...

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