TOYOTA 2012 Camry User Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures

NOTICE

Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.

When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down and stop
the vehicle in a safe place.

It may be difficult to control your vehicle.

The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.

The vehicle will behave abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (

→P. 435)

When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:

Engine stalling

Short in electrical components

Engine damage caused by water immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:

Brake function

Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, and transaxle fluid etc.

Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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