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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On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK FUEL PUMP OPERATION AND INSPECT FOR FUEL LEAK (a) Check fuel pump operation.
(1) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3. (2) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
NOTICE: Do not start the engine. (3) Turn the Techstream on.
(4) Enter the following menus: Powert
On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. OPERATION CHECK (a) Slide the clip and disconnect the union to check valve hose from the vacuum pump assembly.
(b) Connect the hose of the vacuum gauge to the vacuum pump assembly.
*a Vacuum Gauge
*b Plug
