Toyota Camry dashboard warning lights are a combination of universal recognised symbols and symbols unique to Kia. The colour of the light will typically signify the importance or severity of the issue. Green and blue lights inform the driver that a system is active, such as full beam headlights (blue) or that cruise control is active (green) for example.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
| Warning light | Warning light/Details/Actions |
|---|---|
 | Brake system warning light Indicates that: • The brake fluid level is low; or • The brake system is malfunctioning -> Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. |
 | Brake system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake ->Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. |
 | Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in: • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; or • The electronic automatic transmission control system -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. |
 | SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; • The front passenger occupant classification system; or • The seat belt pretensioner system -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. |
 | ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The ABS; or • The brake assist system -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. |
 | Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)*1 It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released -> Operate the parking brake once again. This light comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released, the system is operating normally. |
 | Brake hold operated indicator Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. |
 | Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer- ing) system -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. |
| LDA indicator Indicates a malfunction in the LDA When “LDA Unavailable” is displayed on the multiinformation display, turn the LDA system off, drive the vehicle for a short time, and then turn the LDA system back on. When a message other than above is displayed, follow the instructions displayed in the message. |
 | PCS warning light When a buzzer sounds simultaneously: Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Collision System). -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. When a buzzer does not sound: The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavailable, corrective action may be necessary. -> Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-information display. If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate. |
 | ICS OFF indicator When a buzzer sounds: Indicates a malfunction in the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. When a buzzer does not sound: Indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc. -> Clear the dirt, etc. |
 | Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in: • The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system; • The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or • TheABS The light will flash when the VSC or the TRAC system is operating. -> Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. |
 | Low fuel level warning light > For 2WD models L grade models: Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.2 gal. (8.3L, 1.8 Imp. gal.) Except for L grade models: Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.4 gal. (9.1L, 2.0 Imp. gal.) > For AWD models Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.2 gal. (8.2L, 1.8 Imp. gal.) -> Refuel the vehicle. |
 | Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*2 Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their seat belts -> Fasten the seat belt. If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off. |
 | Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning buzzer)*2 Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts. -> Fasten the seat belt. |
 | Master warning light A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction. |
 | Tire pressure warning light Indicates the following: • Low tire pressure due to flat tire; • Low tire pressure due to natural causes; or • The tire pressure warning system is malfunctioning -> Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place. Handling method |
*1: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) or more.
*2: Driver’s seat belt warning buzzer:
Vehicles without a smart key system:
The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, the buzzer sounds. If the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the buzzer sounds. If the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:
The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time, after the seat belt is fastened and unfastened and the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIRBAG ON” indicator light, “AIRBAG OFF” indicator light, seat belt pretensioners, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources.
Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
- If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
- If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
- Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately. - Is the fuel tank cap loose? If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may sound.
WARNING
If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extremely heavy. When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
- Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately.
- If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
- Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.