transmission TOYOTA COROLLA HYBRID 2023 Owners Manual

3TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Power (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key system) . 172
EV drive mode ................... 178
Hybrid transmission............ 180
Turn signal lever................. 182
Parking brake ..................... 183
Brake Hold ......................... 187
4-3. Operating the lights and wip- ers
Headlight switch ................. 189
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ......................................... 191
Windshield wipers and washer ......................................... 194
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .. 196
4-5. Using the driving support sys- tems
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 soft-ware update ..................... 199
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 .... 201
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......................................... 207
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)... 218
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ......................................... 223
PDA (Proactive driving assist) ......................................... 228
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ..... 234
Dynamic radar cruise control ......................................... 236
Cruise control ..................... 244
Emergency Driving Stop System ......................................... 247
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)... 249
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function ............................ 254
Safe Exit Assist .................. 260
Driving mode select switch ......................................... 264
Driving assist systems........ 2664-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .. 271
Winter driving tips .............. 273
5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning sys-
tem ................................... 278
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters ............................. 284
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 286
5-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ...... 288
5-4. Other interior features Other interior features ........ 291
6-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................. 302
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.................. 305
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements......................................... 308
General maintenance......... 310
Emission inspection and mainte- nance (I/M) programs

......312
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precau-tions ................................. 314
Hood .................................. 316
Positioning a floor jack ....... 317
Engine compartment .......... 318
Tires ................................... 325
Tire inflation pressure......... 342
Wheels ............................... 344
5Interior features
6Maintenance and care

791-4. Hybrid system
1
For safety and security
and you are unable to start the
hybrid system, contact your Toyota
dealer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
 P. 4 1 2
■After the 12-volt battery has dis-
charged or when the terminal
has been removed and installed
during exchange, etc.
The gasoline engine may not stop
even if the vehicle is being driven by
the hybrid battery (traction battery).
If this continues for a few days, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
■Sounds and vibrations specific
to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or
vibration even though the vehicle is
able to move with the “READY” indi-
cator is illuminated. For safety, apply
the parking brake and make sure to
shift the shift lever to P when
parked.
The following sounds or vibrations
may occur when the hybrid system
is operating and are not a malfunc-
tion:
●Motor sounds may be heard from
the engine compartment.
●Sounds may be heard from the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
under the rear seats when the
hybrid system starts or stops.
●Relay operating sounds such as a
snap or soft clank will be emitted
from the hybrid battery (traction
battery), under the rear seats,
when the hybrid system is started
or stopped.
●Sounds from the hybrid system
may be heard when the trunk lid is
open.
●Sounds may be heard from the
transmission when the gasoline
engine starts or stops, when driv-
ing at low speeds, or during idling.
●Engine sounds may be heard
when accelerating sharply.
●Sounds may be heard due to
regenerative braking when the
brake pedal is depressed or as
the accelerator pedal is released.
●Vibration may be felt when the
gasoline engine starts or stops.
●Cooling fan sounds may be heard
from the air intake vent on the side
of the lower part of the rear left
seat.
■Maintenance, repair, recycling,
and disposal
Contact your Toyota dealer regard-
ing maintenance, repair, recycling
and disposal. Do n ot dispose of the
vehicle yourself.
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(  P.442)
When driving with the gasoline
engine stopped, a sound, which
changes in accordance with the
driving speed, will be played in
order to warn people nearby of
the vehicle’s approach. The
sound will stop when the vehicle
speed exceeds approximately
22 mph (35 km/h).
■Vehicle proximity notification
system
In the following ca ses, the vehicle
proximity notification system may be
difficult for surrounding people to
hear.
●In very noisy areas
●In the wind or the rain
Also, as the vehicle proximity notifi-
cation system is installed on the
front of the vehicle, it may be more
difficult to hear fr om the rear of the
Vehicle proximity notifica-
tion system

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Driving
Driving
.4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle....... 159
Cargo and luggage ..... 166
Vehicle load limits ....... 168
Trailer towing............... 169
Dinghy towing ............. 169
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart
key system) ............... 170
Power (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart key
system)...................... 172
EV drive mode ............ 178
Hybrid transmission .... 180
Turn signal lever.......... 182
Parking brake .............. 183
Brake Hold .................. 187
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .......... 189
AHB (Automatic High Beam)........................ 191
Windshield wipers and washer....................... 194
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap.................................. 1964-5. Using the dr
iving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 software update ......... 199
Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 .................................. 201
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .................................. 207
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .................................. 218
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .................................. 223
PDA (Proactive driving assist) ........................ 228
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .................................. 234
Dynamic radar cruise con- trol ............................. 236
Cruise control .............. 244
Emergency Driving Stop System ...................... 247
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) .................................. 249
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function ............ 254
Safe Exit Assist ........... 260
Driving mode select switch .................................. 264
Driving assist systems .................................. 266
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips.................................. 271

1654-1. Before driving
4
Driving
When the following unusual
operation is performed with the
accelerator pedal depressed,
the hybrid system output may be
restrained.
When the shift lever is shifted
to R
*.
 When the shift lever is shifted
from P or R to forward drive
shift position such as D
*.
When the system op erates, a mes-
sage appears on the multi-informa-
tion display. Read the message and
follow the instruction.
*: Depending on the situation, the shift position may not be
changed.
■Drive-Start Control (DSC)
When the TRAC is turned off
(  P.267), sudden start restraint
control also does not operate. If
your vehicle have trouble escaping
from the mud or fr esh snow due to
sudden start restraint control opera-
tion, deactivate TRAC ( P.267) so
that the vehicle may become able to
escape from the mud or fresh snow.NOTICE
●Engine damage caused by
water immersion
In the event that you drive on a
flooded road an d the vehicle
becomes flooded or stuck in mud
or sand, be sure to have your Toy-
ota dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality
of oil and fluid used for the
engine, hybrid transmission,
etc.
●Lubricant condition for the bear-
ings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the func-
tion of all joints , bearings, etc.
Sudden start restraint
control (Drive-Start Con-
trol [DSC])

1804-2. Driving procedures
*: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, shift the shift lever
to D for normal driving.
■Restraining sudden start
(Drive-Start Control)
 P. 1 6 5
:While the power switch is in
ON and the brake pedal
depressed
*, shift the shift lever
while pushing the shift release
button on the shift knob.
:Shift the shift lever while
pushing the shift release button
on the shift knob.
Hybrid transmission
Select the shift position
depending on your purpose
and situation.
Shift position purpose
and functions
Shift posi- tionObjective or function
P
Parking the vehi-
cle/starting the hybrid system
RReversing
N
Neutral (Condition in
which the power is not transmitted)
DNormal driving*
B
Applying moderate
engine braking driving down hills
WARNING
■When driving on slippery
road surfaces
Do not accelerate or shift gears
suddenly.
Sudden changes in engine brak-
ing may cause the vehicle to spin
or skid, resulting in an accident.
NOTICE
■Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) charge
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid
battery (traction battery) will not
be charged even when the engine
is running. Therefore, if the vehi-
cle is left with the shift lever in N
for a long period of time, the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
will discharge, and this may result
in the vehicle not being able to
start.
Shifting the shift lever

3677-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
The following may indicate a
problem with your transmission.
Contact your Toyota dealer or
commercial towing service
before towing.
The hybrid system warning
message is shown on the
multi-information display and
the vehicle does not move.
 The vehicle makes an abnor-
mal sound.
From the front (2WD models)
WARNING
■While towing
●When towing using cables or
chains, avoid sudden starts, etc.
which place excessive stress on
the towing eyelets, cables or
chains. The towing eyelets,
cables or chains may become
damaged, broken debris may hit
people, and cause serious dam-
age.
●Do not turn the power switch off.
There is a possibility that the
steering wheel is locked and
cannot be operated.
■Installing towi ng eyelets to
the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelets are
installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing
eyelets may come loose during
towing.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the
vehicle when towing using a
wheel-lift type truck
●Vehicles without a smart key
system: Do not tow the vehicle
from the rear when the power
switch is off. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong
enough to hold the front wheels
straight.
●Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: Do not tow the vehicle from
the rear when th e power switch
is off.
●When raising the vehicle,
ensure adequate ground clear-
ance for towing at the opposite
end of the raised vehicle. With-
out adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while
being towed.
■To prevent damage to the
vehicle when towing with a
sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck,
either from the front or rear.
■To prevent damage to the
vehicle during emergency
towing
Do not secure cables or chains to
the suspension components.
Situations when it is nec-
essary to contact dealers
before towing
Towing with a wheel-lift
type truck

4248-1. Specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
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.
Electrical system (12-volt battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):
12.0 V or higher
(Turn the power switch off and turn on the
high beam headlights for 30 seconds.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*3.1 qt. (3.0 L, 2.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine e-Transaxle fluid TE
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the transmission of yo ur vehicle.
Rear differential (AWD models)
Fluid capacity*1.3 qt. (1.2 L, 1.1 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine e-Transaxle fluid TE

4258-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300
N, 30.6 kgf) while the hyb rid system is operating.
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system warning light (yellow) does
not illuminate. (If the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to
P.372.)
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the transmission of yo ur vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*14.1 in. (103 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit
Front
0.07 in. (1.8 mm)
Rear
0.08 in. (2.0 mm)
Parking brake indicator*2
When pulling th e parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: comes on
When pushing the parking brake switch for
1 to 2 seconds: turns off
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

4368-1. Specifications
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

470Alphabetical Index
How to start the hybrid system................................... 170, 172
Identification number ............ 421
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 406
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 363
Ignition switch (power switch) ................................... 170, 172
Overheating.......................... 414
Power switch ................ 170, 172
Tachometer ............................ 96
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 423
Checking .............................. 320
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 273
Engine coolant temperature gauge................................. 96, 99
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 422
Checking .............................. 318
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 273
Warning light ........................ 373
Engine switch (power switch) ....................................... 170, 172If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 363
Enhanced VSC ........................ 266
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ............................................... 266Warning light ........................ 375
EV drive mode ........................ 178
EV Driving Ratio ............. 106, 112
EV indicator .............................. 78
EV Ratio .......................... 106, 112
Event data recorder (EDR)......... 8F
Flat tire Tire pressure w arning system
...........................................328
Vehicles with a spare tire......398
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair ki t...............387
Floor mats .................................24
Fluid Brake ....................................425
Hybrid transmission ..............424
Washer .................................324
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system ....................41
Front seats Adjustment ...........................141
Cleaning ...............................305
Correct driving posture ...........25
Head restraints .....................144
Seat heaters ....... ..................284
Front side marker lights Light switch...........................189
Wattage ................................428
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............357
Turn signal lever ...................182
Fuel Capacity ...............................421
Fuel gauge .......................96, 99
Information ......... ..................429
Refueling ..............................196
Type......................................421
Warning light.........................375
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .. 104, 110
Current fuel consumption ...104, 11 0
Fuel economy ................. 104, 110
Fuel filler door Refueling ..............................196
Fuel gauge...........................96, 99