Toyota Camry (XV70): Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines on the tank.
- "MAX"
- "MIN"
■ Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary item.
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency.
Use only newly opened brake fluid.
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear out or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, there may be a serious problem.
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Battery
Check the battery as follows.
■ Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down
Washer fluid
Add washer fluid in the following
situations:
A washer does not work.
"Windshield Washer Fluid Low"
is displayed on the multi-information
display.
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules
and treadwear.
Checking tires
Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check
the tires for uneven wear, suc
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Suggestion function
Displays suggestions to the driver in the following situations. To select
a response to a displayed suggestion, use the meter control switches.
The suggestion function can be turned on/off.
■ Suggestion to turn off the headlights
If the headlights are left on for a certain amount of time aft
Inspection
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. INSPECT NO. 1 VALVE ROCKER ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Turn the roller by hand to check that it turns smoothly. HINT:
If the roller does not turn smoothly, replace the No. 1 valve rocker arm sub-assembly.
2. INSPECT VALVE LASH ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY
NOTICE
