Toyota Camry (XV70): Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
2. Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
3. Hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot.
■Open hood warning buzzer
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h), the master warning light flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate that the hood is not fully closed.
WARNING
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
■After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely preventing it from falling down onto your head or body.
NOTICE
■When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing the hood with the support rod not clipped could cause the hood to bend.
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Positioning a floor jack
When using a floor jack, follow the instructions in the manual
provided with the jack and perform the operation safely.
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly.
Engine compartment
2.5 L 4-cylinder (A25A-FKS) engine
Fuse boxes (if equipped)
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Radiator
Electric cooling fan
Condenser
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
1. Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turni
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Repair
REPAIR CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the same procedure for bank 1 and bank 2.
The following procedure is for bank 2.
PROCEDURE 1. REPAIR INTAKE VALVE SEAT
NOTICE:
Repair the intake valve seat while checking the seating position.
Release the cutter gradually to make the i
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior
The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior
and keep it in top condition:
Protecting the vehicle interior
Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces
with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.
If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off with a soft cl
