Toyota Camry 2010 — Specs, Maintenance & Fault Code Reference

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Toyota Camry 2010 Manual — Codes, Tyres & Parts

2.4L I4 • Gasoline

2010 2010-2010
Toyota Camry 2010

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5 Common problems View details →
29 OBD2 codes View details →
2 Recalls / TSB View details →

Every figure on this Toyota Camry 2010 page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.

The Toyota Camry 2010 uses Toyota Genuine 5W-30 engine oil. Its battery is group 35 (BCI), rated at 640A cold-cranking amps. It is powered by a 2.4L I4 engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.

⚠️ COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT

Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.

Related codes: P0217

Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT

ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.

Related codes: P0522

Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT

Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.

Related codes: P0524

Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT

Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.

Related codes: P0606

Throttle actuatorFREQUENT

Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.

Related codes: P2100

💰 AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS

Prices may vary by area and workshop.

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Full service
€ 120 – € 200
🛑
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
⚡
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
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Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
💵 WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY

Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.

🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Base rate (IT)
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
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🛞 TYRES
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💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
Engine oil
Engine oil
Toyota Genuine 5W-30
4.7 L
Coolant
Coolant
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (Pink)
9.5 L
Brake fluid
Brake fluid
DOT 3 Brake Fluid
Transmission fluid
Toyota WS ATF
9.5 L
Power steering fluid
Toyota ATF Dexron III
0.9 L
Washer fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
3.3 L
🔧 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Drive Belts—
Fuel Filter—
Engine Oil And Filter8,000 km / 6 months
Tire Rotation8,000 km / 6 months
Brake Pads And Rotors Inspection8,000 km / 6 months
Brake System Inspection8,000 km / 6 months
Steering And Suspension Inspection8,000 km / 6 months
Ball Joints And Dust Covers8,000 km / 6 months
📋 RECALLS & TSB (2)
NHTSA 13V123000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 09/04/2013
Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota L…
NHTSA 10V040000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Date: 09/02/2010
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CAMRYS. THE LENGTH OF THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4-CYLINDER (2AR-FE) ENGINE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT, SUCH THAT THE GAP BETWEEN THE CRIMP ON THE PRESSURE HOSE AND THE BRAKE TUBE FOR THE LEFT REAR BRAKE MA…
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🔋 BATTERY
Car battery
BCI
35
Group: 35 (BCI)
Type: Lead-Acid
Voltage: 12V
CCA: 640A
NAPA: 8435
AUTOZONE: 35-AGM
INTERSTATE: MTP-35
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🔴 DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE

60 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.

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🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
OIL
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
!
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Element 1
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
DPF
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
E
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
P !
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
!
Power Steering WarningSteering
!
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
! TPMS
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
HV
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
!
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
INJ
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
R
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
Master Warning (Toyota)Electrical
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
AC
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
ACC
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
!
Pre-Collision System Off (Toyota)ADAS
!
Lane Departure Alert Off (Toyota)ADAS
!
Slip Indicator (Toyota)Chassis
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
TC
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
!
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
DOOR
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
READY Light (Toyota)Electrical
EV Mode Indicator (Toyota)Electrical
!
B-Ready (EV Brake) (Toyota)Brakes
📢 REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)

608 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Toyota Camry 2010. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.

100 crash reports 1 fire 59 injuries
Most reported components
Vehicle Speed Control154
Unknown Or Other80
Structure59
Visibility/Wiper57
Service Brakes50
Air Bags48
Sample reports
On 2 occasions the car's brakes failed and caused a collision. The brake pedal was pressed all the way down to avoid a collision but instead the car shook and continued moving causing a collision. the car 2010 camry was previously invo…
The air bag system has a fault and it makes it so the passenger air bag light is always reading as off, as if there isn’t a passenger there. It also has the passenger seatbelt light flashing all the time.
FRONT SEATS ARE OVER HEATING
2010 CAMRY - BOUGHT NEW. TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ALL SCHEDULED OIL CHANGES & SERVICE. REPLACED NEW MICHELIN TIRES (RATED 60,000 MILES) AT 32,000 MILES THAT WORE OUT UNEVENLY. WE NOTED THAT OUR VANS WHICH HAVE MORE ROLL THAN A CAR AND…

Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures shown for model year 2010.

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🔧 CRITICAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer torque values for safety-critical fasteners on the Toyota Camry 2010.

ComponentSystemTorque
Camshaft R&R — Cam Phaser Boltengine65.0 Nm
Camshaft R&R — Camshaft Pulley Boltengine74.0 Nm
Timing Belt Kit — Camshaft Sprocket Boltengine80.0 Nm
Timing Belt Tensioner — Camshaft Sprocket Boltengine75.0 Nm
Timing Belt — Camshaft Position Sensorengine10.0 Nm
Timing Belt — Camshaft Sprocket Boltengine125.0 Nm
Variable Valve Timing Actuator — Cam Phaser Boltengine65.0 Nm
Catalytic Converter - California — Exhaust Flange Boltsexhaust45.0 Nm
Catalytic Converter - California — Flange Boltsexhaust50.0 Nm
Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit — Exhaust Flange Boltsexhaust45.0 Nm
Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit — Flange Boltsexhaust50.0 Nm
Catalytic Converter - Universal — Exhaust Flange Boltsexhaust45.0 Nm
Catalytic Converter - Universal — Flange Boltsexhaust50.0 Nm
O2 Sensor - Downstream — Exhaust Flange Boltsexhaust45.0 Nm
O2 Sensor - Downstream — Flange Boltsexhaust50.0 Nm
O2 Sensor - Upstream — Exhaust Flange Boltsexhaust45.0 Nm
O2 Sensor - Upstream — Flange Boltsexhaust50.0 Nm
O2 Sensors - All — Exhaust Flange Boltsexhaust45.0 Nm
O2 Sensors - All — Flange Boltsexhaust50.0 Nm
AC Evaporator — AC Line Fittingshvac20.0 Nm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the right battery for the Toyota Camry 2010?

The battery specified for the Toyota Camry 2010 is group 35 (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 640A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.

What engine oil should I use on the Toyota Camry 2010?

The engine oil specification for the Toyota Camry 2010 is Toyota Genuine 5W-30. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.

Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Toyota Camry 2010?

Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.

How often should the Toyota Camry 2010 be serviced?

Routine maintenance for the Toyota Camry 2010 typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.

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