2007 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 332

'07Camry_U (L/O 0608) How to start the engine- -Cranking hold function Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion height, head restraint height, steering wheel angle and length. 3. Adjust the inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all doors. 5. Fasten seat belts. (vehicle with smart key system) Once you press "ENGINE START STOP" switch (engine switch) and release it, the cranking hold function continues to crank the engine until it starts. The function stops cranking the engine after about 25 seconds maximum if the engine has not started yet. When you crank the engine again, wait a few seconds and restart it. If you press and hold the "ENGINE START STOP" switch, the function will keep cranking for about 30 seconds maximum. (a) Before cranking 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the transmission into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor until the engine is started. A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the clutch pedal is not fully depressed. Automatic transmission: Put the selector lever in "P". If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, put the selector lever in "N". A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the selector lever is in any drive position. 4. Automatic transmission only: Depress the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until driving off. 316 2007MY CAMRY from Oct. '06 Prod. (OM33748U)