2007 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 301

'07Camry hybrid_U (L/O 0610) Preparing to start the hybrid system 1. Check the area around the vehicle before getting in. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion angle, seat height, head restraint height and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all side doors and back door. 5. Fasten seat belts. When you get in the vehicle, check whether the "READY" light is on or not. How to start the hybrid system- (a) Before starting 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Put the selector lever in "P". 4. Depress the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until driving off. As the hybrid system can be started only with the transmission in the "P" position, put the selector lever in "P" whenever starting the system. (b) Starting the hybrid system PUSH BUTTON START FUNCTION The hybrid system can be started by pressing the "POWER" switch. Before starting the hybrid system, be sure to follow the instructions in "(a) Before starting". Starting procedure With your foot off the accelerator pedal, press the "POWER" switch briefly and firmly. The "READY" light starts flashing and then it stays on with sounding a beep. If the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving conditions, it may take longer than the usual amount of time until the "READY" light stays on. CAUTION Your vehicle does not produce any noise or vibration when the vehicle is ready to be driven with the "READY" indicator light on. Move your foot carefully from the brake pedal to the acceleration pedal when driving. 301 2007 CAMRY HV from Oct. '06 Prod. (OM33749U)