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Toyota Camry 2001 User Manual

Toyota Camry 2001
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2001 MY CAMRY (OM33528U)
Important information about this manual
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle dam-
age warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to
avoid possible injury or damage.
The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are
used in this manual are explained as follows:
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which may cause
injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are
informed about what you must or must not do in
order to avoid or reduce the risk to yourself and other
people.
NOTICE
This is a warning against something which may cause
damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning
is ignored. You are informed about what you must or
must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of
damage to your vehicle and its equipment.
Safety symbol
When you see the safety symbol
shown above, it means: “Do not...”;
“Do not do this”; or “Do not let this
happen”.

Table of Contents

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Toyota Camry 2001 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandToyota
ModelCamry 2001
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important information about this manual

Safety and vehicle damage warnings

Explains safety and vehicle damage warning types, their appearance, and usage in the manual.

SECTION 1 - 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Overview of instruments and controls

Lists the topics covered in the overview of instruments and controls.

Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

Lists and explains various warning and indicator lights on the instrument panel.

SECTION 1 - 2 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Keys and Doors

Covers vehicle access including keys, doors, trunk lid, hood, and related security systems.

Engine immobiliser system

Describes the theft prevention system and its operation with transponder chips in keys.

SECTION 1 - 3 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors

Covers vehicle seating, restraint systems, steering wheel, and mirror adjustments.

Seats

Covers general seat usage, front seat precautions, and seat adjustment procedures.

Seat belts

Explains seat belt precautions, usage, and adjustment of shoulder anchors.

Front seat belt pretensioners

Explains the function of front seat belt pretensioners and their activation during frontal impacts.

SRS side airbags

Child restraint—

Child restraint precautions

Covers general precautions for using child restraint systems and child safety in vehicles.

SECTION 1 - 4 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Lights, Wipers and Defogger

Covers operation of headlights, turn signals, wipers, washers, and defoggers.

Headlights and turn signals

Details operation of headlights, high/low beams, and turn signals.

SECTION 1 - 5 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators

Covers instrument cluster gauges, meters, and warning indicators.

Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

Lists various warning lights and buzzers, and their corresponding actions or checks.

SECTION 1 - 6 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake

Covers ignition switch operation, transmission modes, and parking brake usage.

Ignition switch with steering lock

Explains the different ignition switch positions (START, ON, ACC, LOCK) and steering lock.

Automatic transmission

Covers the shift lock system, selector lever positions, and overdrive switch operation.

Manual transmission

Details the shift pattern, recommended shifting speeds, and driving practices for manual transmission.

Cruise control

Describes how to use cruise control, set speeds, and cancel the system.

SECTION 1 - 7 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Car audio system

Covers car audio system operation, including basic functions and controls.

SECTION 1 - 8 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Air conditioning system

Covers manual and automatic air conditioning system operation, controls, and tips.

Manual air conditioning system

Details the controls, air flow selector settings, and operating tips for the manual AC system.

Automatic air conditioning system

Covers controls, air flow selector settings, and operating tips for the automatic AC system.

SECTION 1 - 9 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Traction control system

Details the automatic traction control system, slip indicator, and manual operation of TRAC OFF.

SECTION 2 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA

Brake system

Describes the tandem master cylinder brake system, brake booster, and ABS system operation.

Tips for driving in various conditions

Winter driving tips

Trailer towing

SECTION 3 STARTING AND DRIVING

Before starting the engine

Lists essential pre-start checks including surroundings, seat, mirrors, doors, and seat belts.

How to start the engine

Provides procedures for starting the engine, including normal starting and handling a flooded engine.

How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too

SECTION 4 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY

If your vehicle will not start

Provides simple checks and procedures for starting the engine, including handling a flooded engine.

If your engine stalls while driving

Explains steps to take if the engine stalls while driving, including reducing speed and turning on flashers.

If your vehicle overheats

Details how to respond if the engine overheats, including safe stopping and checking coolant.

If you have a flat tire

Provides instructions for safely changing a flat tire, including tool usage and jacking precautions.

If your vehicle needs to be towed

Outlines towing methods, precautions, and emergency towing procedures.

SECTION 5 CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE

SECTION 6 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE

Maintenance requirements

Outlines the importance of regular maintenance for vehicle longevity, safety, and economy.

General maintenance

Lists day-to-day checks and inspections for proper vehicle operation.

SECTION 7 - 1 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE

Do-it-yourself service precautions

Lists critical safety precautions to observe when performing self-maintenance.

Positioning the jack

Details correct procedures for positioning the jack for vehicle lifting and safety.

SECTION 7 - 2 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis

Checking the engine oil level

Explains how to check and maintain the engine oil level, including oil selection.

Checking the engine coolant level

Details how to check engine coolant level and the importance of using the correct coolant type.

Checking brake fluid

Explains how to check brake fluid level and its importance for braking safety.

Checking tire pressure

Provides instructions on checking tire pressure, its importance for safety, and proper procedures.

Checking and replacing tires

Covers checking tire condition, tread wear, and procedures for replacing tires.

SECTION 7 - 3 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components

Checking battery condition

Details precautions for checking battery exterior and condition, including emergency measures.

Battery recharging precautions

Provides safety precautions for recharging the vehicle battery, emphasizing ventilation and cable handling.

Checking and replacing fuses

Explains how to check and replace blown fuses, including locating them and using correct amperage.

SECTION 8 SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

Lists engine types, cylinder configuration, bore, stroke, and displacement.

Fuel

Details fuel type, octane rating, quality, and tank capacity requirements.

Service specifications

Lists various service specifications including valve clearance, spark plug type, drive belt tension, and fluid types.

SECTION 9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners

Explains how to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.

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