engine coolant TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID 2020 (in English) User Guide
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4097-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
I f t he le ve l is on o r be low th e “L O W ”
line, add coolant up to the “FULL”
line. ( P.489)
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or a similar high quality
ethylene glycol based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is
a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water. (Minimum tem-
perature: -31°F [-35°C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is
a mixture of 55% coolant and 45%
deionized water. (Minimum tem-
perature: -44°F [-42°C])
For more details about coolant, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
■If the coolant level drops within
a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses,
engine/power control unit coolant
reservoir caps, drain cock and water
pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your
Toyota dealer test the cap and
check for leaks in the cooling sys-
tem.
Check the radiator and con-
denser and clear away any for-
eign objects. If either of the
above parts is extremely dirty or
you are not sure of their condi-
tion, have your vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
WA R N I N G
■When the hybrid system is
hot
Do not remove the engine/power
control unit coolant reservoir
caps.
The cooling system may be under
pressure and may spray hot cool-
ant if the cap is removed, causing
serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor
straight antifreeze. The correct
mixture of water and antifreeze
must be used to provide proper
lubrication, corrosion protection
and cooling. Be sure to read the
antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
B e s ur e to wa sh it o ff with w at er to
prevent it from damaging parts or
paint.
Checking the radiator and
condenser
WA R N I N G
■When the hybrid system is
hot
Do not touch the radiator or con-
denser as they may be hot and
cause serious injuries, such as
burns.
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4488-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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4Tighten down the towing eye-
let securely using a wheel nut
wrench or hard metal bar.
5 Securely attach cables or
chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehi-
cle body.
6Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start,
turn the power switch to ON.
7Shift the shift lever to N and
release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot
be shifted: P. 1 5 0
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power
assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering
and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench (vehicles
with a spare tire)
Wheel nut wrench is installed in
trunk. ( P.474)
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air
conditioning after use is nor-
mal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven
tire wear
Engine coolant temperature
gauge needle continually
points higher than normal.
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when
cornering
Strange noises related to the
suspension system
Pinging or other noises
related to the hybrid system
Engine missing, stumbling or
running roughly
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one
If you think something
is wrong
If you notice any of the fol-
lowing symptoms, your
vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Con-
tact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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4508-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Brake system warning light
■High coolant temperature warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminat es on the multi-information display.
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer
sounds
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.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Red)
(Canada)
Indicates that:
The brake fluid level is low; or
The brake system is malfunctioning
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The regenerative braking system;
The electronically contr olled brake system; or
The parking brake system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine c oolant temperature is exces-
sively high
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.489)
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When trouble arises
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable S ee Owner's Man-
ual” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system is sus-
pended temporarily or until the prob-
lem shown in the message is
resolved. (causes a nd coping meth-
ods: P.172)
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system cannot
be used temporarily. Use the system
when it becomes available again.
■If “Maintenance Required
Soon” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance
according to the dr iven distance on
the maintenance schedule
* should
be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500
miles (7200 km) after the message
has been reset. If necessary, per-
form maintenance. Please reset the
message after the maintenance is
performed. ( P.398)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled
Maintenance” or “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” for the mainte-
nance interval applicable to your
vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is
required to correspond to the driven
distance on the maintenance sched-
ule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000
miles (8000 km) after the message
has been reset. (The indicator will
not work properly unless the mes-
sage has been reset.) Perform the
necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.398)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance” or
“Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” for the mainte-
nance interval applicable to your
vehicle.
■If a message that indicates the
need for visiting your Toyota
dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information di splay is malfunc-
tioning. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■If a message that indicates the
need for referring to Owner’s
Manual is displayed
●If “Engine Coolant Temp High” is
displayed, follow t he instructions
accordingly. ( P.489)
●If any of the following messages
are displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display, it may indicate a
malfunction. Hav e the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
• “Smart Key System Malfunction”
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunc-
tion”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
●If any of the following messages
are displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display, it may indicate a
malfunction. Immediately stop the
vehicle and contact your Toyota
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
●If any of the following messages
are shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, the vehicle may have
run out of fuel. Stop the vehicle in
a safe place and, if the fuel level is
low, refuel the vehicle. ( P. 7 1 )
• “Hybrid System Stopped”
• “Engine Stopped”
●If “Maintenance Required for Trac-
tion Battery Cooling Parts See
Owner's Manual” is shown, the fil-
ters may be clogged, the air intake
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4898-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If the engine coolant tempera-
ture gauge enters the red
zone or “Engine Coolant
Temp High Stop in a Safe
Place See Owner’s Manual”
is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn off the air con-
ditioning system, and then
stop the hybrid system.
2 If you see steam: Carefully lift
the hood after the steam sub-
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper
cables, ensure that they do not
become entangled in the cooling
fans, etc.
If your vehicle over-
heats
The following may indicate
that your vehicle is over-
heating.
The engine coolant tem-
perature gauge ( P. 8 4 ) i s
in the red zone or a loss of
hybrid system power is
experienced. (For example,
the vehicle speed does not
increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High
Stop in a Safe Place See
Owner’s Manual” or “Hybrid
System Overheated Output
Power Reduced” is shown
on the multi-information dis-
play.
Steam comes out from
under the hood.
Correction procedures
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4918-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
3 After the hybrid system has
cooled down, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately cont act your Toyota
dealer.
4 The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the
“FULL” and “LOW” lines on
the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
5 Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer- gency if coolant is unavailable.
6
After stopping the hybrid sys-
tem and waiting for 5 minutes
or more, start the hybrid sys-
tem again and check for the
multi-information display.
If the message does not dis-
appear: Stop the hybrid sys-
tem and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the message is not dis-
played: The hybrid system
temperature has dropped
and the vehicle may be
driven normally.
However, if the m essage appears
again frequently, contact your Toy-
ota dealer.
WA R N I N G
■When inspecting under the
hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precau-
tions. Failure to do so may result
in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from
under the hood, do not open the
hood until the steam has sub-
sided. The engine compart-
ment may be very hot.
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4928-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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1Stop the hybrid system. Set
the parking brake and shift
the shift lever to P.
2 Remove the mud, snow or
sand from around the front
wheels.
3 Place wood, stones or some
other material under the front
wheels to help provide trac-
tion.
4 Restart the hybrid system.
5 Shift the shift lever to D or R
and release the parking
brake. Then, while exercising
caution, depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the
vehicle
Press the switch to turn off
TRAC.
WA R N I N G
●After the hybrid system has
been turned off, check that the
“READY” indicator is off. When
the hybrid system is operating,
the gasoline en gine may auto-
matically start, o r the cooling
fans may suddenly operate
even if the gasoline engine
stops. Do not touch or approach
rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or
clothing (especially a tie, a scarf
or a muffler) getting caught,
resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the coolant reser-
voir caps while the hybrid sys-
tem and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or
coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power
control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the
hybrid system has cooled down
sufficiently. Adding cool coolant to
a hot hybrid system too quickly
can cause damage to the hybrid
system.
■To prevent damage to the
cooling system
Observe the following precau-
tions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant
with foreign matter (such as
sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additive.
If the vehicle becomes
stuck
Carry out the following pro-
cedures if the tires spin or
the vehicle becomes stuck
in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
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4999-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
How to read oil container label:
API registered marks is added
to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should
use.
Cooling system
Capacity
(Refer-
ence)Gasoline
engine5.7 qt. (5.4 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)
Power con-
trol unit1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either o f the following:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
Similar high-quality et hylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non -amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic
acid technology
Do not use pla in water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug)
MakeDENSO FC16HR-CY9
Gap0.035 in. (0.9 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.
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5109-1. Specifications
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Recommended inflation pres-
sureCold tire inflation pressure recommended
by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
automatic transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as fac-
tory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with stan-
dard equipment, including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so
equipped, air conditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight
150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occu-
pants specified in the second column of
Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution
Distribution of occupan ts in a vehicle as
specified in the thi rd column of Table 1
*
below
Production options weight
The combined weight o f installed regular
production options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3
kg) in excess of the s tandard items which
they replace, not previously considered in
curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Tire related termMeaning
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542Alphabetical Index
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Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ........... 192Warning message ................ 201
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System) ...................... 220
ECO Accelerator Guidance ..... 91
Eco score .................................. 91
EDR (Event data recorder)......... 8
Elapsed time ............................. 93
Electric motor (traction motor)68
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ............................................... 221Warning light ........................ 453
Electronic key ......................... 102 Battery-saving fun ction......... 112
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 483
Replacing the battery ........... 431
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ....................... 220
Emergency flashers ............... 442
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ........................................... 462
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds .. 450
If a warning light turns on ..... 450
If a warning message is dis-played................................. 459
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged .............................. 485
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 483
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................... 483
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 481
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water .................................. 444
If you have a fla t tire ..... 462, 473
If you lose your keys ............ 482 If you think something is wrong
...........................................448
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...........................................492
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................443
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...........................................445
If your vehicle ove rheats ......489
Energy monitor .........................95
Enform App Suite button (Setup screen) ...................................238
Engine ACCESSORY mode . ............145
Compartment........................406
Engine switch .......................143
Hood .....................................404
How to start the hybrid system ...........................................143
Identification number ............497
If the hybrid sys tem will not start
...........................................481
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................443
Ignition switch (power switch) ...........................................143
Overheating ..........................489
Power switch ........................143
Tachometer.............................84
Engine coolant Capacity ...............................499
Checking ..............................408
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................228
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......................................84
Engine oil Capacity ...............................498
Checking ..............................406
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................228
Warning light.........................451