2005 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 293

'05Camry_U (L/O 0409) Does your vehicle need repairing? Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism Check the lock release button of the selector lever for proper and smooth operation. On a safe incline, check that your vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in "P" position and all brakes released. OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE Items listed below should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified. Fluid leaks Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid after the vehicle has been parked for a while. If you smell fuel fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected immediately. Doors and engine hood Check that all doors including trunk lid operate smoothly and all latches lock securely. Make sure the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. Tire inflation pressure Check the pressure with a gauge every two weeks, or at least once a month. See page 309 in Section 7 −2 for additional information. Tire surface and wheel nuts Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage or excessive wear. See page 312 in Section 7 −2 for additional information. When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check the nuts for looseness. Tighten them if necessary. Tire rotation Rotate the tires according to the maintenance schedule. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement".) See page 314 in Section 7 −2 for additional information. Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are as follows: D D D D Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging Appreciable loss of power Strange engine noises A leak under the vehicle (however, water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.) indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immediately.) D Change in exhaust sound (This may D Flat−looking tire; excessive tire squeal when cornering; uneven tire wear D Vehicle pulls to one side when driving straight on a level road D Strange noises related to suspension movement D Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal almost touches floor; vehicle pulls to one side when braking D Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal 293 2005 CAMRY from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM33684U)