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TABLE OF CONTENTS6
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)7-1.  Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 414
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle interior ........... 417
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 420
General maintenance ........ 423
Emission inspection and  maintenance (I/M) 
programs ......................... 427
7-3. Do-it-yourself  maintenance
Do-it-yourself service  precautions ..................... 428
Hood.................................. 431
Positioning a floor jack ...... 433
Engine compartment ......... 435
Tires .................................. 448
Tire inflation pressure........ 456
Wheels .............................. 459
Air conditioning filter .......... 461
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 463
Checking and replacing  fuses ............................... 466
Light bulbs ......................... 469 8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 482
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an 
emergency....................... 483
8-2.  Steps to take in an  emergency
If your vehicle needs  to be towed ...................... 485
If you think something is  wrong............................... 489
Fuel pump shut off  system ............................. 490
If a warning light turns  on or a warning buzzer 
sounds ............................. 491
If a warning message or  indicator is displayed ....... 503
If you have a flat tire .......... 513
If the engine will not start ... 525
If the shift lever cannot  be shifted from P ............. 527
If the electronic key does  not operate properly ........ 528
If the vehicle battery is  discharged ....................... 531
If your vehicle  overheats......................... 536
If the vehicle becomes  stuck ................................ 540
7Maintenance and care8When trouble arises 
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16Pictorial index
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■Instrument panel
Engine switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 161, 164
Starting the engine/changing the modes . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 161, 164
Emergency stop of the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 483
When the engine will not start  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 525
Warning messages
*3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 503
Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 172, 174, 176, 180
Changing the shift position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 172, 174, 176, 180
Precautions against towing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 485
When the shift lever does not move
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 527
Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 77, 82
Reading the meters/adjusting the meter light  . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 77, 82
Warning lights/indicator lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 72
When the warning lights come on  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 491
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271-1. For safe use
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For safety and security
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Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside
and outside rear view mirrors properly. ( P. 129, 131)
Adjusting the mirrors
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving.
Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.
A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce
the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint.
● Do not place anything under the front seats.
Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat
tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an acci-
dent and the adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.
● When driving over long distances, take  regular breaks before you start to
feel tired.
Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while driving, do not force yourself to con-
tinue driving and take a break immediately. 
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1-2. Theft deterrent system
Vehicles without a smart key sys-
tem:
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed from
the engine switch to indicate that
the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the registered key has been
inserted into the engine switch to
indicate that the system has been
canceled.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned off
to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing  after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer. 
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts. 
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681-2. Theft deterrent system
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The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set:
●A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other than
using the entry function, wireless remote control or mechanical key.
(The doors will lock again automatically.)
● The hood is opened.
Close the doors, trunk and hood,
and lock all the doors. The system
will be set automatically after 30
seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the sys-
tem is set.
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
● Unlock the doors or open the trunk.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: 
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “ON” position, or start the
engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few sec-
onds.)
● Vehicles with a smart key system: 
Turn the engine switch to ACC ESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or
start the engine. (The alarm will be  deactivated or stopped after a
few seconds.)
Alar m
: If equipped
The alarm
Setting the alarm system
Deactivating or stopping the alarm 
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1173-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
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Vehicles with a multi-information display: If the electronic key is inside the
vehicle and a door handle becomes wet during a car wash, a message may
be shown on the multi-information display and a buzzer will sound outside
the vehicle. To turn off the alarm, lock all the doors.
● The lock sensor may not work properly if it comes into contact with ice,
snow, mud, etc. Clean the lock sensor and attempt to operate it again.
● If there is another electronic key in the detection area, it may take slightly
longer to unlock the doors after the door handle is gripped.
● Fingernails may scrape against the door during operation of the door han-
dle. Be careful not to injure fingernails or damage the surface of the door.
● A sudden handle operation or a handle operation immediately after entering
the effective range may prevent the doors from being unlocked. Touch the
door unlock sensor and check that the doors are unlocked before pulling the
door handle again.
● Unlocking the vehicle may take more time if another electronic key is within
the effective range.
■ When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
●To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2
m) of the vehicle.
● The smart key system can be deactivated in advance. ( P. 570)
■ To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the
outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The
alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention function may not
operate.)
■ If the smart key system do es not operate properly
● Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. ( P. 528)
● Starting the engine:  P. 529
■ Customization
Settings (e. g. smart key system) can be changed. 
(Customizable features:  P. 570)
■ If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting
●Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. ( P. 107, 528)
● Starting the engine and changing engine switch modes:  P. 529
● Stopping the engine:  P.  1 6 5 
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1353-5. Opening and closing the windows
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Operation of each component
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When the power window does not clo se normally (driver’s window only)
If the jam protection function is operating abnormally and a window cannot be
closed, perform the following operations using the power window switch on
the driver’s door.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: After stopping the vehicle, the window
can be closed by holding the power window switch in the one-touch closing
position while the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: After stopping the vehicle, the window
can be closed by holding the power window switch in the one-touch closing
position while the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
● If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation as
explained above, initialize the function by performing the following proce-
dure.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position. Continue
holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has closed.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening position. Con-
tinue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has
opened completely.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position once
again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the win-
dow has closed.
If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the
beginning. 
If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after perform-
ing the above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer. 
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4-1. Before driving
P. 161, 164
Automatic transmission or cont inuously variable transmission
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. 
(  P. 172, 174, 176)
Release the parking brake. ( P. 183)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accel-
erator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, shift the shift lever to 1. 
( P. 180)
Release the parking brake. ( P. 183)
Gradually release the clutch pedal. At the same time, gently
depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Automatic transmission or cont inuously variable transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the
shift lever to P or N. ( P. 172, 174, 176)
Manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the
shift lever to N. ( P. 180)
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should  be observed to ensure safe
driving: 
Starting the engine
Driving
Stopping
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1454-1. Before driving
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Driving
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
● Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
● Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■ Engine speed while driving (except  vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion)
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to
meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.
● The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
● When the accelerator pedal is released
● When the brake pedal is depressed while sport mode is selected (if
equipped)
● When the brake pedal is depressed suddenly and vehicle speed is reduced
sharply (continuously variable transmission)
■ Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recom-
mended:
●For the first 186 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
● For the first 621 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■ Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 546)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle (except veh icles with a manual transmission)
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine
running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. 
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1514-1. Before driving
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Driving
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NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle (vehic les with a manual transmission)
● Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque.
● Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting,
do not release the clutch pedal abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch,
transmission and gears.
● Observe the following to prevent the clutch from being damaged.
• Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
• Do not use any gear other than the 1st gear when starting off and mov-
ing forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
• Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill
grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so
may damage the clutch, transmission and gears.
■ When parking the vehicle (except vehicles with a manual transmission)
Always shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is
accidentally depressed.
■ 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.