Exterior (external elements) of the car Toyota Camry 3 (XV30)

General information about the car body
The body of Camry cars is a load-bearing four-door, consists of a frame and attachments. The body frame includes a base, sidewalls, roof and frame parts connected to each other by electric welding (point, seam and arc),...

Impact absorption
Pic. 8.1. Shock-absorbing Camry car body structure Shock-absorbing body structure of the new Camry (pic. 8.1) helps to effectively absorb impact energy in the event of a frontal (pic. 8.2) or side impact. Passenger...

Body vibration reduction
Pic. 8.4. Anti-vibration features of the Camry car body frame (part 1) In order to reduce vibration of the body in the new design, vibration-damping and anti-noise materials are used, the dashboard and floor tunnel...

Noise Reduction Add-ons
Pic. 8.6. Noise-absorbing and aerodynamic additions to the Camry car body structure In order to reduce the noise level, multi-layer sound-absorbing panels are used (pic. 8.6), which are installed in front of the body...

Body anti-corrosion treatment
Pic. 8.7. Anti-corrosion treatment of the Camry car body The corrosion resistance of the vehicle body is enhanced by the use of anti-corrosion sheet steel, as well as anti-corrosion treatment, which includes the use of...

Removing the front bumper
Pic. 8.25. Dismantling components of the front bumper: 1 - front and side elements of the upper bumper shock absorber; 2 - bumper amplifier from the side of the body; 3 - lower bumper shock absorber; 4 – a decorative...

Removing the rear bumper
Pic. 8.37. Dismantling components of the rear bumper: 1 - brackets for fastening the lining of the trunk; 2 – facing of a luggage carrier; 3 - bumper amplifier from the side of the body; 4 - bumper shock absorber; 5 -...

Removal and installation of a back spoiler
Removing Note. Install in the reverse order of removal. If some of the installation steps have distinctive features, they are mentioned in the appropriate section with a common title «Installation». After disconnecting...

Removal and installation of the upper molding
Removing Note. Install in the reverse order of removal. If some of the installation steps have distinctive features, they are mentioned in the appropriate section with a common title «Installation». Pic. 8.44. Removing...

Removal and installation of front and rear door moldings
Note. Install in the reverse order of removal. If some of the installation steps have distinctive features, they are mentioned in the appropriate section with a common title «Installation». Wrap the end of the...

Removal and installation of the lower molding
Note. Install in the reverse order of removal. If some of the installation steps have distinctive features, they are mentioned in the appropriate section with a common title «Installation». Loosen the six fixing screws....

Removal and installation of a decorative overlay of a luggage carrier
Note. Install in the reverse order of removal. If some of the installation steps have distinctive features, they are mentioned in the appropriate section with a common title «Installation». After disconnecting the 15...

Removal and installation of decorative emblems and fonts
Pic. 8.49. Decorative emblems and fonts Note. For correct installation and the corresponding dimensions and tolerances, see Figure 8.49 Note. Tolerances and dimensions are given in millimeters.

Removing the side turn signal
Pic. 8.61. Removing the side turn signal Slightly press the case of the lateral turn repeater and slide it in the direction shown in Figure 8.61. Remove the side repeater and unplug the power connector.

Removing the rear combination lamp
Pic. 8.62. Bolts of fastening of glass of the back combined lantern Unscrew the three bolts securing the rear light lens (pic. 8.62). Disconnect the lamp power connectors from the trunk side. Pull the lamp diffuser...

Removing the headlight
Remove the two bolts securing the headlight brackets and detach the brackets. Pic. 8.67. Removing the headlight Disconnect the fastening clip, pull the headlight towards you and remove it (pic. 8.67).

Removing the windshield wipers
Set the steering column switch to the automatic wiper off position. Disconnect the wiper arms. Remove the water drain. Pic. 8.68. Removing the protective apron Disconnect the six clips securing the protective apron and...

Repair of the outer part of the car body
Removing minor scratches If the scratch is superficial and does not affect the metal of the body panel, it is extremely easy to repair. Lightly rub the scratched area with fine sanding paste to remove loose paint...