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Maintenance Information Toyota Camry V30

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VIN LOCATION

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the left side of the dash panel at the base of the windshield. The VIN chart explains the code characters.

VIN CODE ID EXPLANATION

Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label. See VIN example below.

VIN Code ID Explanation. Scheme 2

Scheme 2: VIN Code ID Explanation

SEVERE & NORMAL SERVICE DEFINITIONS

Note. Use the Severe Service schedule if the vehicle to be serviced is operated under ANY (one or more) of these conditions

Service is recommended at mileage intervals based on vehicle operation and engine type. Service schedules are based on the following primary operating conditions

Normal Service

  1. Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily
  2. No Operating Conditions From Severe Service Schedule

Severe Service (Unique Driving Conditions)

  1. Towing A Trailer, Using A Camper Or Car Top Carrier
  2. Repeated Short Trips Less Than 5 Miles When Temperatures Are Below Freezing
  3. Extensive Idling Conditions (Taxi Or Delivery Type Service)
  4. Operating On Dusty, Rough, Muddy Or Salt-Spread Roads

CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT

CAUTIONFailure to replace a faulty camshaft timing belt may result in serious engine damage.

The condition of camshaft drive belts should always be checked on vehicles which have more than 50,000 miles. Although some manufacturers do not recommend belt replacement at a specified mileage, others require it at 60,000-100,000 miles. A camshaft drive belt failure may cause extensive damage to internal engine components on most engines, although some designs do not allow piston-to-valve contact. These designs are often called "Free Wheeling".

Many manufacturers changed their maintenance and warranty schedules in the mid-1980's to reflect timing belt inspection and/or replacement at 50,000-60,000 miles. Most service interval schedules in this manual reflect these changes.

Belts or components should be inspected and replaced if any of the following conditions exist

  1. Cracks Or Tears In Belt Surface
  2. Missing, Damaged, Cracked Or Rounded Teeth
  3. Oil Contamination
  4. Damaged Or Faulty Tensioners
  5. Incorrect Tension Adjustment

On diesel engines, replace camshaft timing belt every 72 months or 60,000 miles. For gasoline engines, replace camshaft timing belt at 60,000 mile intervals if vehicle is idled frequently or used extensively for long-distance driving at low speeds, such as taxi, police or door-to-door delivery.

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Scheme 3: SERVICE POINT LOCATIONS

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Scheme 10: INFORMATION LABEL LOCATIONS

SERVICE LABOR TIMES

Note. For 1990 and newer vehicles, labor times are provided, where available, within appropriate SERVICE INTERVAL table in SCHEDULED SERVICES article.

TIRE INFLATION

Tire inflation pressure can be found on tire information label, located on driver's door edge.

WHEEL TIGHTENING

Tighten all wheel lug nuts to 76 ft. lbs. (103 N.m).

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

CAUTIONWhen battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

If battery is replaced, it should be of the same group number as shown on the original battery's label. All years and models use batteries with BCI group number 24F.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) AIR BAG SYSTEM

Note. See the AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT Section.

The SRS has no user-servicable parts. Always have servicing done by an authorized dealer.

When performing maintenance on air bag equipped vehicles always observe proper safety precautions.

WARNINGTo avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and carefully follow all warnings and service precautions. See appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT section.
CAUTIONDisconnect negative battery cable before servicing any air bag system, steering column or passenger side dash component. After any repair, turn ignition key to the ON position from passenger's side of vehicle in case of accidental air bag inflation

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)

CAUTIONNever mix different diameter tires. On loose or uneven surfaces, the ABS system may require longer stopping distances than conventional brake systems. Exercise caution when removing mud or snow from the wheels so as not to damage the ABS wiring or speed sensors.

BATTERY WARNING

WARNINGWhen battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See appropriate COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section below.

REPLACING BLOWN FUSES

CAUTIONBefore replacing a blown fuse, remove ignition key, turn off all lights and accessories to avoid damaging the electrical system. Be sure to use fuse with the correct indicated amperage rating. The use of an incorrect amperage rating fuse may result in a dangerous electrical system overload.

BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR

Indicator will cause a squealing or scraping noise, warning that brake pads need replacement.

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

CAUTIONContinued operation of vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause converter to overheat, resulting in possible damage to converter and vehicle.

COOLANT (PROPYLENE-GLYCOL FORMULATIONS)

CAUTIONTo avoid possible damage to vehicle use only ethylene-glycol based coolants with a mixture ratio from 44-68% anti-freeze. DO NOT use 100% anti-freeze as it will cause the formation of cooling system deposits. This results in coolant temperatures of over 300° F (149°C) which can melt plastics. 100% anti-freeze has a freeze point of only -8° F (-22°C).
CAUTIONPropylene-Glycol Mixtures has a smaller temperature range than Ethylene-Glycol. The temperature range (freeze-boil) of a 50/50 Anti-Freeze/Water Mix is as follows: Propylene-Glycol -26-257° F (-32-125°C) Ethylene-Glycol -35-263° F (-37-128°C)
CAUTIONPropylene-Glycol/Ethylene-Glycol Mixtures can cause the destabilization of various corrosion inhibitors. Also Propylene-Glycol/Ethylene-Glycol has a different specific gravity than Ethylene-Glycol coolant, which will result in inaccurate freeze point calculations.

ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) PARTS

WARNINGMany solid state electrical components can be damaged by static electricity (ESD). Some will display a warning label, but many will not. Discharge personal static electricity by touching a metal ground point on the vehicle prior to servicing any ESD sensitive component.

ENGINE OIL

CAUTIONNever use non-detergent or straight mineral oil.

FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE

WARNINGRelieve fuel system pressure prior to servicing any fuel system component (fuel injection models).

HALOGEN BULBS

WARNINGHalogen bulbs contain pressurized gas which may explode if overheated. DO NOT touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands. Eye protection should be worn when handling or working around halogen bulbs.

RADIATOR CAP

CAUTIONAlways disconnect the fan motor when working near the radiator fan. The fan is temperature controlled and could start at any time even when the ignition key is in the OFF position. DO NOT loosen or remove radiator cap when cooling system is hot.

RADIATOR FAN

WARNINGKeep hands away from radiator fan. Fan is controlled by a thermostatic switch which may come on or run for up to 15 minutes even after engine is turned off.

TURBOCHARGED MODELS

CAUTIONDo not race engine immediately after starting. When stopping engine, allow engine to idle for approximately 60 seconds before shutting it off. Failure to do so may cause turbocharger damage due to lack of oil flowing to the turbocharger bearings.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

CAUTIONDue to the different warranties offered in various regions and the variety of after-market extended warranties available, please refer to the warranty package that came with the vehicle to verify all warranty options.

NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

Covers any repair or replacement of parts which becomes necessary due to defects in materials or workmanship under normal use for 36 months or 36,000 miles from in-service date.

POWERTRAIN WARRANTY

Engine, transmission, front wheel drive, rear wheel drive and restraint system are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship under normal use for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first. See copy of warranty for specific components covered.

CORROSION PERFORATION WARRANTY

Covers any repair or replacement to body sheet metal which develops corrosion perforation (hole through panel), in normal use, due to defects in material or workmanship for a period of 5 years, regardless of mileage.

BATTERY WARRANTY

Covers replacement of defective original battery for first 12 months or 12,000 miles. After the first 12 months or 12,000 miles, warranty covers a pro-rated amount based on months in service, up to a maximum of 36 months.

AIR CONDITIONER REFRIGERANT CHARGE WARRANTY

Covers air conditioner refrigerant for first 12 months, regardless of mileage, unless done as a warranty repair.

ADJUSTMENTS WARRANTY

Service adjustments - minor repairs not usually associated with the replacement of parts - are covered for the first 12 months or 12,500 miles, whichever occurs first.

EMISSION SYSTEM DEFECT WARRANTY (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA)

Warrants to the retail purchaser, and subsequent purchaser that vehicle was designed, built, and equipped so as to conform at the time of sale with applicable emission regulations and that it is free from defects in materials or workmanship which may cause the vehicle to fail to conform with applicable regulations for 5 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

EMISSION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE WARRANTY (EXCEPT CALIFORNIA)

Covers all repairs, adjustments, or replacements if vehicle fails to conform to applicable emission standards and such failure results in the vehicle owner having to bear a penalty or other sanction under local, state or federal law for 5 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. If the vehicle has been in use for more than 24 months or 24,000 miles, the manufacturer will make the necessary adjustments, repairs or replacements at no cost to the owner only when noncompliance is caused by failure of components which have been installed in vehicle for sole or primary purpose of reducing vehicle emissions. See copy of warranty for specific components covered.

EMISSION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE WARRANTY (CALIFORNIA)

For a period of 3 years or 50,000 miles, manufacturer will make all necessary repairs and adjustments to ensure vehicle passes a required Smog Check inspection.

EMISSION SYSTEM DEFECT WARRANTY (CALIFORNIA)

For a period of 5 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, vehicle is free from defects in materials or workmanship which may cause it to fail to conform with applicable California emission regulations. Certain emission-related parts are covered for repair or replacement for 7 years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first. See copy of warranty for specific components covered.

FUSE PANEL LOCATION

Vehicle has 3 fuse panels. Instrument panel fuse box is located on dashboard, left of steering column. Passenger-side fuse box is located behind passenger-side kick panel. Main fuse and relay block is in engine compartment, near battery.

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Scheme 11: PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FUSE PANEL IDENTIFICATION (1983-86)

Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

  1. 1 - 15 Amp - Power Antenna, Automatic Transmission System (1986)
  2. 2 - 15 Amp - Cruise Control System (1983-85), Electronically Controlled A/T System (1986)
  3. 3 - 7.5 Amp - Charging System & Discharge Warning Light, Electric Cooling Fans & Ignition Main
  4. 4 - 20 Amp - Wipers & Washers
  5. 5 - Blank
  6. 6 - 20 Amp - Stoplights, Cruise Control Cancel (1986)
  7. 7 - 7.5 Amp - Turn Signal Lights
  8. 8 - 7.5 Amp - Gauges & Warning/Indicator Lights, Rear Window Defogger & Back-Up Lights, A/T Overdrive System (1986)
  9. 9 - 15 Amp - Taillights, Parking Lights, License Lights, Side Marker Lights, Instrument Illumination
  10. 10 - 7.5 Amp - Radio, Cassette Player, Graphic Equalizer (1986)
  11. 11 - 7.5 Amp - Interior, Personal & Door Courtesy Lights, Trunk, Ignition Switch & Door Warning Lights, Radio & Cassette Player
  12. 12 - 15 Amp - Cigarette Lighter & Digital Clock, Power Rear View Mirrors
  13. 13 - 10 Amp - Air Conditioning

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Scheme 12: PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FUSE PANEL IDENTIFICATION (1987-91)

Fuse Identification

  1. 1 - 7.5 Amp - Gauges, Warning Lights, Back-Up Lights & A/T Overdrive System, Rear Window Defogger & Automatic Shoulder Belt, Power Windows & Door Lock System
  2. 2 - 7.5 Amp - Interior, Personal & Door Courtesy Lights (1987-88), Trunk, Ignition Switch & Door Warning Lights (1987-88)
  3. 3 - 20 Amp - Stoplights
  4. 4 - 15 Amp - Taillights, Parking Lights, License Lights, Side Marker Lights, Glove Box Light, Instrument Illumination
  5. 5 - 15 Amp - Cigarette Lighter & Digital Clock, Shift Lock System (A/T - 1989-91)
  6. 6 - 7.5 Amp - Radio & Cassette Player, Power Rear View Mirrors
  7. 7 - 7.5 Amp - Turn Signal Lights
  8. 8 - 10 Amp - Engine Idle-Up System
  9. 9 - Blank
  10. 10 - 10 Amp - Charging & Emission Control Systems
  11. 11 - 20 Amp - Wipers & Washers
  12. 12 - 15 Amp - Cruise Control & Automatic Transmission (A/T) Systems, Shift Lock System (A/T - 1989-91)
  13. 13 - Blank
  14. 14 - 7.5 Amp - Charging & Emission Control Systems, Discharge Warning Light & Electric Cooling Fans, Electronic Fuel Injection
  15. 15 - 10 Amp - Rear Window Defogger & Anti-Lock Brake System (1989-91)
  16. 16 - 10 Amp - Environmental Cooling System (Passenger-Side Kick Panel)

Circuit Breaker Identification

  1. A - 30 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
  2. B - 30 Amp - Electric Sun Roof, Power Windows, Power Door Locks
  3. C - 30 Amp - Automatic Shoulder Belt
  4. D - 30 Amp (1987-88) - 40 Amp (1989-91) - Environmental Control System (Passenger-Side Kick Panel)

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Scheme 13: UNDERHOOD MAIN FUSE & RELAY PANEL IDENTIFICATION (1983-86)

Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

  1. 1 - 7.5 Amp - Discharge Warning Light, Choke Heater (1983-85), Charging System (1986)
  2. 2 - 15 Amp - Headlight (Left), High Beam Indicator (1983-85)
  3. 3 - 15 Amp - Headlight (Right), High Beam Indicator (1983-85)
  4. 4 - Blank
  5. 5 - Blank
  6. 6 - 15 Amp - Horns & Hazard Flashers
  7. 7 - 15 Amp - Charging & Emission Control Systems, Fuel Cut Solenoid (1983-85)
  8. 8 - 15 Amp - Electronic Fuel Injection (Gasoline) 20 Amp - Fuel Heater (Diesel)
  9. 9 - 15 Amp - Radio

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Scheme 14: UNDERHOOD MAIN FUSE & RELAY PANEL IDENTIFICATION (1987-91)

Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

  1. 1 - 15 Amp - Headlights (Right High Beam/Canada)
  2. 2 - 15 Amp - Headlights (Left High Beam/Canada)
  3. 3 - 15 Amp (20 Amp - 1989-91) - Radio, Cassette Player, Power Antenna, Clock, Automatic Transmission System, Interior, Personal & Door Courtesy Lights, Trunk & Ignition Switch Lights, Door Warning Lights
  4. 4 - Blank
  5. 5 - 15 Amp - Headlight (Right/USA), Headlight (Right Low Beam/Canada)
  6. 6 - 7.5 Amp - Charging System & Discharge Warning Light
  7. 7 - 15 Amp - EFI System
  8. 8 - 15 Amp - Emergency Flashers & Horns
  9. 9 - 15 Amp - Headlight (Left/USA), Headlight (Left Low Beam/Canada)
  10. 10 - 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker) - A/C Condenser
  11. 11 - 15 Amp (Circuit Breaker) 30 Amp (Circuit Breaker - 1991) - Cooling Fan

Relay Identification

  1. A - A/C Fan No. 3
  2. B - A/C Magnetic Clutch (USA) Headlight Dimmer (Canada)
  3. C - A/C Fan No. 2
  4. D - Fan No. 1
  5. E - Headlights
  6. F - EFI Main Relay
  7. G - Main Engine Relay

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Scheme 15: FUSE PANEL IDENTIFICATION (1992-93)
  1. 1 - 15 Amp - Electronically Controlled 4-Speed, Automatic Transmission System (4EAT), Cruise Control System, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  2. 2 - 10 Amp - Gauges, Meters, Back-Up Lights, Air Conditioning Control System, Rear Window Defogger, Warning Lights, Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Tilt Steering
  3. 3 - 25 Amp - Stoplights, Cruise Control System, ABS, Shift Lock System
  4. 4 - 15 Amp - Seat Heater
  5. 5 - 20 Amp - Windshield Wipers & Washer, Air Bag System
  6. 6 - 7.5 Amp - Turn Signal Lights, Emergency Flashers
  7. 7 - 7.5 Amp - Electronic Fuel Injection System (EFI), Charging System, Radiator Cooling Fan, Air Bag System
  8. 8 - 15 Amp - Audio System, DRL, Clock, Cigarette Lighter, Air Bag System, Shift Lock System
  9. 9 - 10 Amp - Outside Rear View Mirror Heater
  10. 10 - 15 Amp - Taillights, Parking Lights, License Plate Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, Rear Light Failure Warning Light
  11. 11 - 15 Amp - ABS, DRL, Air Bag System
  12. 12 - 15 Amp - Foglights
  13. 13 - 10 Amp - Air Conditioning Control System
  14. 14 - 10 Amp - Starter System, EFI
  15. 15 - 7.5 Amp - Charging System
  16. 16 - 15 Amp - EFI System
  17. 17 - 15 Amp - Right Headlight
  18. 18 - 20 Amp - Audio System, Interior Lights, Clock, Ignition Switch Light, Personal Light, Trunk Room Light, Vanity Mirror Light, Electric Moon Roof
  19. 19 - 15 Amp - Turn Signal Lights, Emergency Flasher, Horn
  20. 20 - 15 Amp - Left Headlight
  21. 21 - 7.5 Amp - 4EAT System
  22. 22 - 30 Amp - Headlights
  23. 23 - 15 Amp (Not Shown) - Right Headlight High Beam (Canada)
  24. 24 - 15 Amp (Not Shown) - Left Headlight High Beam (Canada)
  25. 25 - 15 Amp (Not Shown) - Right Headlight Low Beam (Canada)
  26. 26 - 15 Amp (Not Shown) - Left Headlight Low Beam (Canada)
  27. 27 - 15 Amp (Not Shown) - Daytime Running Light System (Canada)
  28. 28 - 40 Amp - Starting System
  29. 29 - 30 Amp - Electric Moon Roof, Power Windows, Tilt Steering, Power Door Lock Controls
  30. 30 - 40 Amp - Rear Window Defogger
  31. 31 - 40 Amp - Air Conditioning Control System
  32. 32 - 30 Amp - Condenser Cooling Fan
  33. 33 - 30 Amp - Radiator Cooling Fan
  34. 34 - 30 Amp - Starting System
  35. 35 - 100 Amp - Charging System
  36. 36 - 60 Amp - ABS

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Scheme 16: FUSE IDENTIFICATION (1994-96)

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Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification

Fuses (Type A)

  1. 1 - 10 Amp - Horn
  2. 2 - 15 Amp - Left-hand headlight (U.S.A.)
  3. 3 - 7.5 Amp - Charging system
  4. 4 - 15 Amp - Right-hand headlight
  5. 5 - 20 Amp - Audio system, Interior light, Clock, Ignition switch light, Personal light, Trunk light, Luggage compartment light, Vanity mirror light, Electric moon roof
  6. 6 - 15 Amp - Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
  7. 7 - 30 Amp - Headlights
  8. 8 - 15 Amp - Anti-lock brake system, Daytime running light system, Airbag system
  9. 9 - 10 Amp - Turn signal lights, Emergency flasher
  10. 10 - 15 Amp - Left-hand headlight (high beam) (Canada)
  11. 11 - 15 Amp - Right-hand headlight (high beam) (Canada)
  12. 12 - 7.5 Amp - Mulitport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
  13. 13 - 7.5 Amp - Spare fuse
  14. 14 - 15 Amp - Spare fuse
  15. 15 - 30 Amp - Spare fuse
  16. 16 - 15 Amp - No circuit

Fuses (Type B)

  1. 17 - 15 Amp - Electronically controlled automatic transmission system, Cruise control system, Anti-lock brake system
  2. 18 - 10 Amp - Gauges and meters, Back-up lights, Air conditioning control system, Rear window defogger, Service reminder indicators, Daytime running light system, Tilt steering
  3. 19 - 15 Amp - Stop lights, Cruise control system, Anti-lock brake system, Shift lock system
  4. 20 - 15 Amp - No circuit
  5. 21 - 20 Amp - Windshield wipers and washer, Rear window wipers and washer, Airbag system
  6. 22 - 7.5 Amp - Turn signal lights and emergency flashers
  7. 23 - 7.5 Amp - Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, Charging system, Electric cooling fan, Airbag system
  8. 24 - 15 Amp - Audio system, daytime running light system, Clock, Cigarette lighter, Airbag system, Shift lock system
  9. 25 - 10 Amp - Outside rear view mirror heater
  10. 26 - 15 Amp - Tail lights, Parking lights, License plate lights, Instrument panel lights, Rear light failure warning system.
  11. 27 - 7.5 Amp - SRS airbag system
  12. 28 - 10 Amp - Air conditioning control system
  13. 29 - 15 Amp - Right-hand headlight (low beam) (Canada)
  14. 30 - 15 Amp - Left-hand headlight (low beam) (Canada)
  15. 31 - 7.5 Amp - Daytime running light system (Canada)
  16. 32 - 10 Amp - Starting system

Fuses (Type C)

  1. 33 - 40 Amp - Starting system
  2. 34 - 30 Amp - Electric moon roof, Power windows, Tilt steering, Power door lock controls, Power back door lock control
  3. 35 - 40 Amp - Rear window defogger
  4. 36 - 40 Amp - Air conditioning control system
  5. 37 - 40 Amp - Starting system
  6. 38 - 30 Amp - Electric cooling fan
  7. 39 - 30 Amp - Electric cooling fan

Fuses (Type D)

  1. 40 - 100 Amp - Charging system
  2. 41 - 60 Amp - Anti-lock brake system