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Summary of Contents for Corolla 2004

Page 1: ...int which these systems can provide when used together That is why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these systems and how they relate to each other The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the event of a collision None of these systems either individ ually or together can...

Page 2: ...e of how the instructions in Section 1 3 of this Owner s Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems and increase the safety they can provide to you and your family in the event of an accident Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section 1 3 carefully and refer to them from time to time during your time of ownership of this vehicle New vehicle warranty Your new ...

Page 3: ...G Engine exhaust some of its constitu ents and a wide variety of automobile compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de fects and other reproductive harm In addition oils fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by component wear con tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defe...

Page 4: ... performance safety or durability and may even violate governmental regulations In addi tion damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty Spark ignition system of your Toyota The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require ments of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Standard Installation of a mobile two way radio system As the...

Page 5: ...mits given in this Owner s Manual For details about tire inflation pressure and load limits see pages 165 and 229 Scrapping of your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and pretensioners left as they are this may cause an accident such as fire Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and...

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Page 7: ...2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview 2 Instrument cluster overview 4 Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 6 SECTION 1 1 ...

Page 8: ... moon roof switches 6 Personal lights 7 Power door lock switches 8 Power window switches 9 Glove box 10 Portable ashtray 11 Rear console box 12 Cup holders 13 Power outlet 14 Parking brake lever 15 Automatic transmission selector lever or manual transmission gear shift lever 16 Hood lock release lever 17 Window lock switch Instrument panel overview ...

Page 9: ...k 6 Front passenger s seat belt reminder light 7 Rear window defogger switch 8 Auxiliary boxes 9 Power outlet or cigarette lighter 10 Air conditioning controls 11 Ignition switch 12 Cruise control switch 13 Tilt steering lock release lever 14 Interior instrument panel light control dial 15 Power rear view mirror control switches 16 Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system indicator light ...

Page 10: ...d OM12859U 1 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 2 Tachometer 3 Speedometer 4 Engine coolant temperature gauge 5 Fuel gauge 6 Trip meter reset knob 7 Odometer two trip meters and outside temperature display Instrument cluster overview Type A ...

Page 11: ...rom Oct 03 Prod OM12859U 1 Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 2 Tachometer 3 Speedometer 4 Engine coolant temperature gauge 5 Fuel gauge 6 Trip meter reset knob 7 Odometer two trip meters and outside temperature display Type B ...

Page 12: ...arning light 1 or Low engine oil pressure warning light 1 Anti lock brake system warning light 1 Open door warning light 1 SRS warning light 1 Low windshield washer fluid level warning light 1 Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Front passenger s seat belt reminder light 1 Malfunction indicator lamp 1 or Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ...

Page 13: ...Oct 03 Prod OM12859U Overdrive off indicator light Cruise control indicator light 2 1 For details see Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers on page 88 in Section 1 6 2 If this light flashes see Cruise control on page 102 in Section 1 7 ...

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Page 15: ...from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors Keys 10 Side doors 10 Power windows 17 Trunk lid 19 Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system TVIP 21 Hood 22 Fuel tank cap 24 Electric moon roof 25 SECTION 1 2 ...

Page 16: ...umber is shown on the plate Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet not in the vehicle If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number We recommend writing down the key num ber and storing it in a safe place LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it To lock Turn the key forward To...

Page 17: ...OB Move the lock knob To lock Push the knob forward To unlock Pull the knob backward The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handle even if the lock knobs are in the locked position CAUTION Do not pull the inside handle of the front doors while driving The doors will open and an accident may occur Toyota strongly recommends that all children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle Cl...

Page 18: ...pen the driver s door or front passen ger s door and move the inside lock knobs of both front doors to the lock position then close the front doors The power door lock switch can be reset in the following ways Turn the ignition key to ON Unlock all the doors with the key or wireless remote control transmitter Unlock the driver s door or front pas senger s door with the inside lock knob and then un...

Page 19: ...doors or activate the PANIC mode from a distance within approximately 1 m 3 ft of the vehicle LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE DOORS To lock and unlock all the doors push the switches of the transmitter slowly and securely To lock Push the LOCK switch All the doors are locked simultaneously At this time the turn signal lights will flash once Check to see that the doors are securely locked If any door is ...

Page 20: ...te To stop the alarm midway push any switch on the transmitter or turn the ignition key from the LOCK to ON position The PANIC mode does not work when the ignition key is in the ON position WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER The wireless remote control transmitter is an electronic component Observe the fol lowing instructions in order not to cause damage to the transmitter Do not leave the transm...

Page 21: ...rence and 2 this device must accept any interference received includ ing interference that may cause unde sired operation REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY For replacement use a CR2032 lithium battery or equivalent CAUTION Special care should be taken to pre vent small children from swallowing the removed transmitter battery or components NOTICE When replacing the transmitter bat tery be careful not t...

Page 22: ... faced correctly Do not replace the battery with wet hands Water may cause unexpected rust Do not touch or move any compo nents inside of the transmitter or it may interfere with proper opera tion Be careful not to bend the electrode of the transmitter battery insertion and that dust or oils do not adhere to the transmitter case Close the transmitter case securely After replacing the battery check...

Page 23: ...he switch Automatic operation to open only Push the switch completely down and then release it The window will fully open To stop the window partway lightly pull the switch up and then release it Window lock switch OPERATING THE PASSENGERS WINDOWS Use the switches on the passengers doors The driver s door also has switches that control the passengers windows The window moves as long as you hold th...

Page 24: ...serious injury When anyone closes the power win dows make sure he or she oper ates the windows safely When small children are in the ve hicle never let them use the power window switches without supervi sion Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unex pected use of the switches Be sure to remove the ignition key when you leave your vehicle Never leave anyone particularly a small ch...

Page 25: ... loading luggage To close the trunk lid lower it and press down on it After closing the trunk lid try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driv ing This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle To open the trunk lid from the driver s seat pull up on the lock release lever Trunk li...

Page 26: ...le on the inside of trunk lid to open the trunk lid The phosphorescent glow in the dark handle will continue to glow for a time after the trunk lid is closed Exposing the handle to stronger light will cause it to glow longer CAUTION Always lock the trunk lid and all doors and keep away the vehicle keys out of children s reach Never leave children unattended in the vehicle Unsupervised children may...

Page 27: ...r leave anyone in the vehicle when you set the system because unlocking from the inside activates the alarm Activating the alarm If the system detects a threat to the vehicle it sounds the alarm for one minute while flashing headlights and turn signal lights At this time the interior light also turns on when the interior light dial is in the DOOR position See Interior instrument panel light contro...

Page 28: ...he system as described in Stopping the alarm If you cancel the system by unlocking any of the doors but no door is opened within 30 seconds all the doors lock automati cally and the system will be set again TESTING THE SYSTEM You can check the system operation as follows 1 Open all the windows 2 Set the system as described in SETTING THE SYSTEM 3 Unlock the driver s door with the inside lock knob ...

Page 29: ...hed Before closing the hood check to see that you have not forgotten any tools rags etc and return the support rod to its clip this prevents rattles Then lower the hood and make sure it locks into place If necessary press down gently on the front edge to lock it CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or b...

Page 30: ...move the cap quickly In hot weath er fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly re moved 2 To remove the fuel tank cap turn the cap slowly counterclockwise then pause slightly before removing it After removing the cap hang it on the cap hanger It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened When installing turn the cap clockwis...

Page 31: ...tank pressure Sliding operation Tilting operation To operate the moon roof use the switches beside the personal light The moon roof works when the ignition switch is in the ON position Sun shade operation The sun shade can be opened or closed by hand Sliding operation To open Push the switch on the rear side The sun shade will be opened together with the roof To close Push the switch on the front ...

Page 32: ...hicle is involved in an accident Before you close the moon roof always make sure there is nobody around the moon roof You must also make sure nobody places his or her head hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening If someone s neck head or hands get caught in the closing roof it could result in a serious injury When anyone closes the moon roof first make sure it is safe to do so Be sur...

Page 33: ...od OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats 28 Front seats 28 Fold down rear seat 31 Head restraints 32 Seat belts 33 SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag 41 SRS side airbags 48 Child restraint 53 SECTION 1 3 ...

Page 34: ...e the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 50 75 mm 2 3 in of inflation placing yourself 250 mm 10 in from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone If you sit less than 250 mm 10 in away now you can change your driving position in sever al ways Move your seat to the rear as far as you can wh...

Page 35: ...ags from acti vating correctly causing death or serious injury Do not modify or replace the seats or upholstery of the seats with side airbags Such change may prevent the side airbag system from activat ing correctly disable the system or cause the side airbag system to in flate accidentally resulting in death or serious injury CAUTION Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving as the seat...

Page 36: ...e caught and injured 1 SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Hold the center of the lever and pull it up Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever 2 SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTING KNOB Turn the knob either way 3 SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER Lean forward and pull the lever up Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever Adjusting front seats ...

Page 37: ...ps and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen In the event of a frontal collision the more the seat is reclined the greater the risk of personal injury FOLDING DOWN REAR SEAT 1 To unlock the seatback pull the le ver in the trunk 2 Fold down the seatback Each seatback can be folded separately This will enlarge the trunk as far as the seatbacks See Stowage precautions on page 165 in Section ...

Page 38: ...tion observe the follow ing precautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sud den stop Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear ward on the top of the seatback Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in the proper position and are ready to...

Page 39: ...icle s seat belts See Child restraint on page 53 in this Section for details If a child is too large for a child restraint system the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle s seat belt According to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat If a child must sit in the front seat the seat belts should be...

Page 40: ...or hardware Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or doors Inspect the belt system periodically Check for cuts fraying and loose parts Damaged parts should be re placed Do not disassemble or modify the system Keep the belts clean and dry If they need cleaning use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water Never use bleach dye or abrasive clean ers or allow them to come into cont...

Page 41: ...lt is not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Toyota dealer Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury Take up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible Adjust the posi...

Page 42: ...in position CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder The belt should be kept away from your neck but not falling off your shoulder Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injures in a collision To release the belt press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract If the belt does not retr...

Page 43: ...or another person or at a different seating position than the one origi nally intended If the seat belt extender has been connected to the driver s seat belt buckle without wearing the seat belt when using the extender in the driver s seat the SRS driver s air bag system will judge that the driv er wears the seat belt even if not wearing it In this case the driver s airbag may not activate correct...

Page 44: ...nd shoulder portions of the belt and the seat belt extend er are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle If the seat belt does not function normally immediately contact your Toyota dealer Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed because it cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury The driver ...

Page 45: ...e or open the seat belt pretensioner assemblies airbag sensor or surrounding area or wiring Failure to follow these instruc tions may prevent the seat belt pre tensioners from activating correctly cause sudden operation of the system or disable the system which could result in death or serious injury Con sult your Toyota dealer about any re pair and modification NOTICE Do not perform any of the fo...

Page 46: ...ng conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible When the ignition key is turned to the ON position the light does not come on remains on or flashes The light comes on or starts flashing while driving If any seat belt does not retract or can not be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the relevant...

Page 47: ...aint system by the driver when the SRS front airbags are inflated CAUTION The SRS front airbag system is de signed only as a supplement to the primary protection of the driver and front passenger seat belt systems The driver and front passenger can be killed or seriously injured by the inflating airbags if they do not wear the available seat belts properly During sudden braking just before a colli...

Page 48: ...arable to an approximate 25 km h 15 mph collision when the vehicles has the impact straight into a fixed barrier that does not move or deform However this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object such as a parked vehicle or sign pole which can move or deform on impact or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision e g a collision in which the front o...

Page 49: ...ag sensor The front airbag sensors constantly moni tor the forward deceleration of the vehicle If an impact results in a forward decelera tion beyond the designed threshold level the system triggers the airbag inflators At this time a chemical reaction in the infla tors very quickly fills the airbags with non toxic gas to help restrain the forward motion of the occupants The front airbags then qui...

Page 50: ...dule steering wheel hub airbag cover and inflator may be hot for several minutes after deployment so do not touch The airbags inflate only once The windshield may be damaged by absorbing some of the force of the inflat ing airbag CAUTION The driver or front passenger who is too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured Toyota strongly reco...

Page 51: ... in jured Do not hold a child on your lap or in your arms Use a child restraint system in the rear seat For instruc tions concerning the installation of a child restraint system see Child restraint on page 53 in this Sec tion Do not put anything or any part of your baby on or in front of the dashboard or steering wheel pad that houses the front airbag sys tem They might restrict inflation or cause...

Page 52: ...oyota dealer Such changes can interfere with proper operation of the SRS front airbag system in some cases Installation of electronic devices such as a mobile two way radio cassette tape player or compact disc player Modification of the suspension sys tem Modification of the front end struc ture Attachment of a grille guard bull bar kangaroo bar etc snowplow winches or any other equipment to the f...

Page 53: ... light comes on or starts flashing while driving In the following cases contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible The SRS front airbags have been in flated The front of the vehicle shaded in the illustration was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS front airbags to inflate The pad section of the steering wheel or front passenger airbag cover shaded in the illust...

Page 54: ...river and all pas sengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts properly Wearing a seat belt properly during an acci dent reduces the chances of death or serious injury or being thrown out of the vehicle For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system see Seat belts on page 33 in this Section Improperly seated and or restrained infants and children can be killed or seriously i...

Page 55: ... seat belts properly Collision from the rear Collision from the front Vehicle rollover The SRS side airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a front or rear collision if it rolls over or if it is involved in a low speed side collision The SRS side airbag system consists mainly of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustra tion 1 SRS warning ligh...

Page 56: ...ust inflate with considerable force While the system is designed to reduce serious inju ries it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swelling Front seats may be hot for several min utes but the airbags themselves will not be hot The airbags are designed to inflate only once CAUTION SRS side airbags inflate with consid erable force To reduce the possibility of death or serious injury when th...

Page 57: ...ges may prevent the side airbag system from activat ing correctly disable the system or cause the side airbags to inflate ac cidentally resulting in death or seri ous injury Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury Consult your Toyota dealer about any repair and modification If you wish to modify your vehicle for the handicapped consult with your Toyota dealer It ...

Page 58: ...rs and warning buzzers on page 88 in Section 1 6 If any of the following conditions occurs this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible When the ignition key is turned to the ON position the light does not come on remains on or flashes The light comes on or starts flashing while driving In the following cases contact your Toy...

Page 59: ...int system In an acci dent the child can be crushed against the windshield or between you and the vehicle s interior Toyota strongly urges use of a proper child restraint system which conforms to the size of the child installed on the rear seat Accord ing to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat Never install a rear facing child re ...

Page 60: ...d for the child restraint system Install the child restraint system correctly following the instructions provided by its manufacturer General directions are also provided under the following illustrations The child restraint system should be installed on the rear seat According to accident statistics the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat When not using...

Page 61: ..._U L O 0306 55 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U A Infant seat B Convertible seat C Booster seat A INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat must be used in rear facing position only Installation with seat belt ...

Page 62: ... child restraint sys tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats Otherwise the child or front seat occupant s may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud den braking or a collision If the driver s seat position does not allow sufficient space for safe installation install the child re straint system on the rear right seat 1 Run the lap and shoulder belt t...

Page 63: ...annot protect your child from death or serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode When the belt is then retracted even slightly it cannot be extended To hold the infant seat securely make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt...

Page 64: ... buckle release button and allow the belt to retract completely The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passen ger B CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat must be used in for ward facing or rear facing position de pending on the age and size of the child When installing follow the manufacturer s instructions about the applicable age and size of t...

Page 65: ...t sys tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the front pas senger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured On vehicles with side airbags do not allow the child to lean his her head or any part of his her body against the fr...

Page 66: ...hrough or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt Keep the lap portion of the belt tight CAUTION After inserting the tab make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt are not twisted Do not insert coins clips etc in the buckle as this may pre...

Page 67: ... securely make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract 3 While pressing the convertible seat firmly against the seat cushion and seatback let the shoulder belt retract as far as it will go to hold the convert ible seat securely CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint sys tem in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provide...

Page 68: ...hild passen ger C BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat must be used in for ward facing position only Move seat fully back CAUTION A forward facing child restraint sys tem should be allowed to be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the front pas senger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force Otherw...

Page 69: ... lap belt is positioned as low as possible on child s hips See Seat belts on page 33 in this Section for details CAUTION Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child s shoulder The belt should be kept away from child s neck but not falling off child s shoulder Otherwise the child may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud den braking or a collision Both high p...

Page 70: ...r serious injury Contact your Toyota dealer immedi ately Do not install the child restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed 2 To remove the child restraint system press the buckle release button and allow the belt to retract Follow the procedure below for a child restraint system that requires the use of a top strap Using a top strap ...

Page 71: ...hor brackets on the luggage compartment to attach the top strap Anchor brackets are installed for each rear seating position This symbol indicates the location of the anchor bracket TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET 1 Outside anchor brackets only Remove the head restraint 2 Open the lid of the anchor bracket ...

Page 72: ...ctions Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer 4 Outside anchor brackets only Replace the head restraint Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 or CMVSS210 2 specifications are installed in the rear seat The anchorages are installed in the clear ance between the seat cushion and seat back of both outside rear seats Child restraint...

Page 73: ... little and confirm the position of the low er anchorages near the tag on the seatback 2 Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages and tighten the lower straps Type B 1 Widen the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little and confirm the position of the low er anchorages near the tag on the seatback 2 Latch the buckles onto the anchor ages If your child restraint system has...

Page 74: ... jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer Do not install a child restraint sys tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front seats Otherwise the child or front seat occupant s may be killed...

Page 75: ...ct 03 Prod OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel 70 Outside rear view mirrors 70 Anti glare inside rear view mirror 72 Auto anti glare inside rear view mirror 72 Vanity mirrors 73 SECTION 1 4 ...

Page 76: ...le the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries After adjusting the steering wheel try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mir ror Be careful when judging the size or dis tance of any object seen in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger s side because it is a c...

Page 77: ... in place Do not try to fold the mirrors It may damage the mirrors To adjust a mirror use the switches 1 Master switch To select the mirror to be adjusted Push the switch to L left or R right 2 Control switch To move the mirror Push the switch in the desired direc tion Mirrors can be adjusted when the key is in the ACC or ON position NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror do not operate the control o...

Page 78: ...CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve hicle and an accident may occur re sulting in death or serious injuries Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir ror This mirror is equipped with auto anti glare function The function is designed to reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behi...

Page 79: ...rear view is in the best condition When the inside air temperature is low it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken in response to the detection of headlights CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve hicle and an accident may occur re sulting in death or serious injuries To ensure correct functioning of an anti glare ...

Page 80: ... 04 Corolla_U L O 0306 74 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U Driver s side only To use the vanity mirror open the cover ...

Page 81: ...OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals 76 Emergency flashers 78 Front fog lights 79 Interior instrument panel light control 79 Personal lights 80 Windshield wipers and washer 81 Rear window defogger 82 SECTION 1 5 ...

Page 82: ... to see the front of your vehicle during the day This system can be helpful in many different driving condi tions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset This system will make your headlights come on at a reduced brightness when The engine is running The parking brake is released The headlight turn signal lever knob is in the OFF position To turn on the...

Page 83: ...n at a reduced brightness when The engine is running The parking brake is released The headlight turn signal lever knob is in the OFF position or position 1 To turn on the other exterior lights and instrument panel lights twist the knob to the position 1 Twist the knob to the position 2 to turn the headlights to full intensity for night driving High Low beams For high beams turn the headlights on ...

Page 84: ...t panel flash faster than normal a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out See Replacing light bulbs on page 243 in Section 7 3 To turn on the emergency flashers push the switch All the turn signal lights will flash To turn them off push the switch once again Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard Always pull as ...

Page 85: ...ight will come on After all the doors are closed the light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out However in the following cases the light goes out immediately All the doors are closed when the igni tion key is in the ACC or ON posi tion The ignition key is turned to ACC or ON after all the doors are closed All the doors are locked when the light is still on When any door is unlocked us...

Page 86: ...light push the switch To turn the light off push the switch once again AUTOMATIC LIGHT CUT OFF SYSTEM type B and C only To prevent the battery from discharging the lights will turn off automatically 20 minutes after you turn the ignition switch to the ACC or LOCK position Type B only The lights will come on again when you open any of the doors and the light will remain on for 20 min utes Personal ...

Page 87: ...er val when the wiper lever is in the intermit tent position position 1 Twist the band upward to increase the time between sweeps and downward to decrease it To squirt washer fluid pull the lever toward you If the windshield wipers are off they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts For instructions on adding washer fluid see Adding washer fluid on page 243 in Section 7 3 In freez...

Page 88: ...he switch once again to turn the defogger off The system will automatically shut off af ter the defogger has operated about 15 minutes Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge especially during stop and go driving The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow NOTICE When cleani...

Page 89: ...RATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge 84 Engine coolant temperature gauge 84 Tachometer 85 Odometer and two trip meters 86 Outside temperature display 86 Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers 88 SECTION 1 6 ...

Page 90: ...ank If the fuel level approaches E or the low fuel level warning light comes on fill the fuel tank as soon as possible On inclines or curves due to the move ment of fuel in the tank the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual If the fuel tank is completely empty the malfunction indicator lamp comes on Fill the fuel tank immediately The ind...

Page 91: ...iler NOTICE Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat The thermostat is designed to con trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range Do not continue driving with an overheated engine See If your ve hicle overheats on page 185 in Section 4 The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousand...

Page 92: ... trip meter data is cancelled if the elec trical power source is disconnected 3 Trip meter reset knob Resets the two trip meters to zero and also change the meter display To change the meter display quickly push and release the knob The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B then back to the odometer each time you push To reset the trip meter A to zero...

Page 93: ...The displayed temperature ranges from 30 C 22 F up to 50 C 122 F If there is any abnormality in the connec tion of the outside air temperature sensor will appear on the display If ap pears on the display contact your Toyota dealer There may be a case that appears momentarily when the ignition is quickly turned to ON It is normal if it goes out soon ...

Page 94: ...on Do this a or If parking brake is off stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer b indicator and buzzer Fasten driver s seat belt c Fasten front passenger s seat belt d Stop and check e or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer f Fill up tank g Stop and check Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers ...

Page 95: ...r comes on Do this h or Take vehicle to Toyota dealer If brake system warning light is also on stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer i Close all doors j Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately k Add washer fluid l Key reminder buzzer Remove key m Light reminder buzzer Turn off lights ...

Page 96: ... work properly and your stopping distance will become longer De press the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop Vehicles with anti lock brake sys tem The brake system warning light re mains on together with the ABS warning light In this case not only the anti lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un stable during braking b Driver s Seat Belt...

Page 97: ...ion control system auto matic transmission electrical system or warning light system itself Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle Emissions Inspection and Maintenance I M programs Your vehicle may not pass a state emission inspection if the malfunction indicator lamp remains on Contact your Toyota dealer to check your vehicle s emission control system and OBD On Boa...

Page 98: ... are dri ving A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem CAUTION If the ABS warning light remains on together with the brake system warn ing light immediately stop your ve hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer In this case not only the anti lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta ble during braking i Open Door...

Page 99: ...s door is opened with the key removed from the ignition switch CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS except the low fuel level warning light and low windshield washer fluid level warning light 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Open one of the doors The open door warning light should come on 3 Close the door The open door warning light should go off 4 Turn the ignition key to ON but do not start the engin...

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Page 101: ...m Oct 03 Prod OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock 96 Automatic transmission 97 Manual transmission 100 Parking brake 101 Cruise control 102 SECTION 1 7 ...

Page 102: ...this position You must push in the key to turn the key from ACC to the LOCK position On vehicles with an automatic transmission the selector lever must be put in the P position before pushing the key When starting the engine the key may seem stuck at the LOCK position To free it first be sure the key is pushed all the way in and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently CA...

Page 103: ...ion and the lock re lease button depressed a Selector lever P Parking engine starting and key removal R Reverse N Neutral D Normal driving with overdrive on 2 Stronger engine braking L Maximum engine braking Automatic transmission Lock release button To prevent misshifting With the brake pedal depressed shift while holding the lock release button in The ignition switch must be in ON position Shift...

Page 104: ...st be in P or N 2 With your foot holding down the brake pedal shift the selector lever to D When the lever is in the D position the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi tions such as normal cruising hill climb ing hard towing etc Always turn the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving If the engine coolant temperature is low the transm...

Page 105: ... for each position is given below for your reference 2 118 km h 73 mph L 65 km h 40 mph Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the 2 or L position This may cause severe automatic transmission dam age from overheating To prevent such damage D position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing f Backing up 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 With the brake pedal he...

Page 106: ...rest your foot on the pedal while driving because it will cause clutch trouble And do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopped on an uphill grade use the parking brake Recommended shifting speeds The transmission is fully synchronized and upshifting or downshifting is easy For the best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance you should upshift or downshift at the followi...

Page 107: ...speeds in each gear Gear km h mph 1 57 35 2 95 59 3 139 86 4 180 111 NOTICE Do not downshift if you are going faster than the maximum allowable speed for the next lower gear Good driving practice If it is difficult to shift into reverse put the transmission in neutral release the clutch pedal momentarily and then try again When towing a trailer in order to main tain engine braking efficiency do no...

Page 108: ...ts of engine performance although a slight speed change may occur when driving up or down the grades On steeper hills a greater speed change will occur so it is better to drive without the cruise control CAUTION To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic or on slip pery rainy icy or snow covered or winding roads Avoid veh...

Page 109: ...ncel the preset speed by a Pulling the lever in the CANCEL di rection and releasing it b Depressing the brake pedal c Depressing the clutch pedal manual transmission If the vehicle speed falls below about 40 km h 25 mph the preset speed will auto matically cancel out If the vehicle speed drops 16 km h 10 mph below the preset speed the preset speed will also automatically cancel out If the preset s...

Page 110: ...ke pedal or clutch pedal pushing the lever up in the RES ACC direction will restore the speed set prior to cancellation However once the vehicle speed falls be low about 40 km h 25 mph the preset speed will not be resumed CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If the CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes when using the cruise control press the CRUISE ON OFF button to turn the system off...

Page 111: ...orolla_U L O 0306 105 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference 106 Using your audio system 106 Car audio system operating hints 119 SECTION 1 8 ...

Page 112: ...EM ON AND OFF Push PWR VOL to turn the audio system on and off Push AM FM 1 2 TAPE or CD to turn on that function without pushing PWR VOL You can turn on each player by inserting a cassette tape or compact disc You can turn off each player by ejecting the cassette tape or compact disc If the audio system was previously off then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette...

Page 113: ...O ANTENNA Your vehicle has a mast type antenna To remove the antenna carefully turn it counterclockwise NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna make sure it is removed before driv ing your Toyota through an automatic car wash YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER When you insert a cassette the exposed tape should face to the right NOTICE Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cas s...

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Page 115: ...rd button to fast for ward a cassette tape FF will appear on the display Push the reverse button to rewind a tape REW will appear on the display To stop the tape while it is fast forward ing push the fast forward button to stop the tape while it is rewinding push the reverse button If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that same side If a tape fast forwards...

Page 116: ... show the range from BAS 5 to BAS 5 For high pitch tone adjustment push CONTROL MODE repeatedly until TRE appears on the display Then turn the knob to suit your preference The display will show the range from TRE 5 to TRE 5 Sound balance adjustment function This knob is also used to adjust the sound balance between the front and rear and the right and left speakers For front rear adjustment push C...

Page 117: ...held the button too long and the player will play all the tracks in the magazine in random order To turn off the random fea ture push this button again Compact disc changer only To randomly play all the tracks in the magazine Push and hold RAND until you hear a beep will appear on the dis play and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order To turn off t...

Page 118: ...yer There are two scan features you can ei ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or scan the first tracks of all the discs in the magazine Scanning the tracks on a disc Quickly push and release SCAN SCAN will appear on the display and the player will scan all the tracks on the disc you are listening to If you hear a beep you held the button too long and the player will scan the first track of al...

Page 119: ... is reached the player will automatically reverse sides and start playing the other side There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks for the track button to work correctly In addition the feature may not work well with some spoken word live or classical recordings ST Stereo reception display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is re ceive...

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Page 121: ... the fast forward button to fast for ward a cassette tape FF will appear on the display Push the reverse button to rewind a tape REW will appear on the display To stop the tape while it is fast forward ing push the fast forward button or TAPE to stop the tape while it is re winding push the reverse button or TAPE If a tape side rewinds completely the cas sette player will stop and then play that s...

Page 122: ...L MODE repeatedly until TRE appears on the display Then turn the knob to suit your preference The display will show the range from TRE 5 to TRE 5 Sound balance adjustment function This knob is also used to adjust the sound balance between the front and rear and the right and left speakers For front rear adjustment push CONTROL MODE repeatedly until FAd appears on the display Then turn the knob to ...

Page 123: ...ppear on the dis play and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order To turn off the random fea ture push this button again RPT Repeat Cassette Player Push RPT while the track is playing will appear on the display When the track ends it will automatically be rewound and replayed This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off ...

Page 124: ...discs in the magazine To select a track push SCAN again If the player scanned all the tracks on the disc it will stop scan ning Compact disc changer only Scanning the first track of all the discs in the magazine Push and hold SCAN until you hear a beep SCAN will appear on the dis play and the player will perform the first track of the next disc To select a disc push the SCAN again If the player ha...

Page 125: ...layer by pushing TAPE In both cases a cassette must already be loaded in the player TRACK Track up down button Compact Disc Player By using this button you can skip up or down to a different track Push either side of the track button until the number of the track you want to listen to appears on the display If you want to return to the beginning of the current track push the down side of the butto...

Page 126: ... causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak Station interference When a reflected sig nal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency they can interfere with each other making it difficult to hear the broad cast Static AM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise such as high tension power lines lightening or electri c...

Page 127: ...mpact disc player skip If moisture gets into your compact disc player you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries CAUTION Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazard ous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit Be sure to operate the player correctly Use only compa...

Page 128: ... shiny side Dirt scrapes warping pin holes or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track To see a pin hole hold the disc up to the light Remove discs from the compact disc player when you are not listening to them Store them in their plastic cases away from moisture heat and direct sunlight To clean a compact disc Wipe it with a soft lint free cloth that has...

Page 129: ...OLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls 124 Air flow selector settings 127 Operating tips 127 Side vents 130 Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter 130 SECTION 1 9 ...

Page 130: ... 04 Corolla_U L O 0306 124 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U 1 A C button on some models 2 Air intake selector 3 Temperature selector 4 Fan speed selector 5 Air flow selector Controls ...

Page 131: ...y from the floor vents 4 Floor Windshield Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents Turning the air flow selector to the floor windshield position turns on the defogging function with the purpose of clearing the front view In this position air intake selector mode changes to FRESH automatically to clean up the front view quickly It is not possible to return to RECIRCULATE in this ...

Page 132: ...elect the air source 1 Recirculate indicator light is on Re circulates the air inside the vehicle 2 Fresh indicator light is off Draws outside air into the system To prevent fogging up of the windshield the air intake mode may change automati cally to FRESH depending on the condi tion of the air conditioning system A C button To turn on the air conditioning press the A C button The A C button indi...

Page 133: ...d are not blocked by leaves or snow for example On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield The windshield could fog up because of the difference in air temperature on the inside and outside of the windshield Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate through out the vehicle On cold days set the fan speed to high for a minute to help clear the intake ducts of snow...

Page 134: ...n speed Any setting except OFF Temperature Towards red zone Air intake FRESH outside air Air flow FLOOR Air conditioning OFF For quick heating select recirculated air for a few minutes To keep the windows from fogging select fresh af ter the vehicle interior has been warmed Press the A C button on for dehumidi fied heating Choose floor windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrost...

Page 135: ...ars the front view more quickly On humid days do not blow cold air on the windshield the difference be tween the outside and inside tempera tures could make the fogging worse Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results set controls to Fan speed Any setting except OFF Temperature Towards red zone Air intake FRESH outside air Air flow WINDSHIELD Turning the air flow selector to the win...

Page 136: ...r conditioning filter is behind the glove box The air conditioning filter may clog af ter long use The filter may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air condi tioning and heater experiences extreme reductions in operating efficiency or if the windows begin to fog up easily in FRESH mode To maintain the air conditioning efficiency inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to...

Page 137: ...t 03 Prod OM12859U 1 Open the glove box Remove the screw with a Phillips head screw driver and slide off the damper as shown 2 Push each side of the glove box to disconnect the claws 3 Remove the filter cover while push ing in both ends of the cover ...

Page 138: ...surface If it is dirty it should be replaced When inserting the filter in the filter outlet keep the arrow pointing up INFORMATION The air filter should be installed prop erly in position The use of air condi tioning with the air filter removed may cause deteriorated dustproof per formance and then affect air condi tioning performance ...

Page 139: ...03 Prod OM12859U OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock 134 Cigarette lighter and portable ashtray 134 Power outlets 135 Compass 136 Glove box 140 Auxiliary boxes 140 Rear console box 141 Cup holders 142 Floor mat 142 SECTION 1 10 ...

Page 140: ...LIGHTER To use the cigarette lighter press it in After it finishes heating up it automati cally pops out ready for use If the engine is not running the key must be in the ACC position Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement PORTABLE ASHTRAY The ashtray can be removed and used outside the vehicle To use the ashtray raise the ...

Page 141: ...r ON position for the power outlet to be used NOTICE To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12 V 120W To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running Close the power outlet lid when the power outlets are not in use Insert ing a foreign object other than the app...

Page 142: ...llowing conditions The vehicle is stopped immediately af ter turning The compass does not adjust while the vehicle is stopped The ignition switch is turned off imme diately after turning The vehicle is on an inclined surface The vehicle is in a place where the earth s magnetic field is subject to in terference by artificial magnetic fields underground parking under a steel tower between buildings ...

Page 143: ...OMPASS deviation calibration The direction display on the compass deviates from the true direction deter mined by the earth s magnetic field The angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle To adjust this deviation stop the vehicle then push and hold the both personal light switches until the zone number appears on the display Then push the right side or left side ...

Page 144: ...859U Zone number After calibration leaving the system for several seconds returns it to the compass mode CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped Hawaii 5 Samoa 5 Guam 8 Saipan 8 ...

Page 145: ...ake your vehicle to Toyota dealer Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed re placed or disconnected Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth s magnetic field is subject to in terference by artificial magnetic fields underground parking under a steel to...

Page 146: ...y in case of an accident or a sudden stop always keep the glove box door closed while driving Type A Type B Type C To use the box pull on the handle CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving Do not use the auxiliary box as an ashtray Glove box Auxiliary boxes ...

Page 147: ... lock release lever while raising the rear console box lid UPPER TRAY on some models To access the upper tray raise the con sole box lid without touching the lock release lever CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop always keep the console box closed while driving Rear console box ...

Page 148: ...ay be thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving keep the cup holder closed when it is not in use Use a floor mat of the correct size If the floor carpet and floor mat have 2 holes then they are designed for use with locking clips Fix the floor m...

Page 149: ...143 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driv ing it may cause an accident ...

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Page 151: ...Operation in foreign countries 148 Three way catalytic converters 148 Engine exhaust cautions 149 Facts about engine oil consumption 150 Iridium tipped spark plugs 151 Brake system 151 Brake pad wear limit indicators 154 Your Toyota s identification 155 Theft prevention labels 156 Suspension and chassis 156 Tire information 157 Vehicle load limits 165 Cargo and luggage 165 Types of tires 168 SECTI...

Page 152: ... in the U S A and CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada NOTICE Do not use leaded gasoline Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three way catalytic converter to lose its ef fectiveness and the emission control system to function improperly Also this can increase maintenance costs OCTANE RATING Select Octane Rating 87 Research Oc tane Number 91 or higher Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating or research ...

Page 153: ... 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE If you use gasohol in your Toyota be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 87 Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol GASOLINE CONTAINING MMT Some gasoline contain an octane en hancing additive called MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT If fuel con taining MMT is...

Page 154: ...is in need of repair In this case do not restart the engine If you plan to drive your Toyota in another country First comply with the vehicle registration laws Second confirm the availability of the cor rect fuel unleaded and minimum octane number The three way catalytic converter is an emission control device installed in the exhaust system The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the exhaust gas C...

Page 155: ...e Remember your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle and its three way catalytic converter sys tem best To ensure that the three way cata lytic converter and the entire emis sion control system operate proper ly your vehicle must receive the periodic inspections required by the Toyota Maintenance Schedule For scheduled maintenance information refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owner s Manual ...

Page 156: ...his oil as well as some part of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is burned by the high temperature combustion gases during the combustion process Oil is also used to lubricate the stems of the intake valves Some of this oil is sucked into the combustion chamber together with the intake air and is burned along with the fuel High tem perature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to lubricate t...

Page 157: ... oil level check see Checking the engine oil level on page 224 in Section 7 2 Your engine is fitted with iridium tipped spark plugs NOTICE Use only iridium tipped spark plugs and do not adjust gaps for your en gine performance and smooth drive ability The tandem master cylinder brake system is a hydraulic system with two separate sub systems If either sub system should fail the other will still wo...

Page 158: ...reduced braking performan ce The anti lock brake system becomes op erative after the vehicle has accelerated to a speed in excess of approximately 10 km h 6 mph It stops operating when the vehicle decelerates to a speed below approximately 5 km h 3 mph Depressing the brake pedal on slippery road surfaces such as on a manhole cov er a steel plate at a construction site joints in a bridge etc on a r...

Page 159: ... lock brake system is not de signed to shorten the stopping dis tance Always drive at a moderate speed and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you Compared with vehicles without an anti lock brake system your vehicle may require a longer stopping dis tance in the following cases Driving on rough gravel or snow covered roads Driving with tire chains installed Driving over the step...

Page 160: ...d by the warning light system Con tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi tion or remains on The light comes on while you are driv ing A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem CAUTION If the ABS warning light remains on together with the brake system warn ing ...

Page 161: ...nstrument panel and can be seen through the windshield from outside This is the primary identification number for your Toyota It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle The vehicle identification number VIN is also on the Certification Label The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown Your Toyota s identification Vehicle identification number Engine number ...

Page 162: ... that once it is applied to a surface any attempt to remove it will result in destroy ing the integrity of the label Transferring these labels intact from one part to anoth er will be impossible NOTICE You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may vio late certain state or federal laws CAUTION Do not modify the suspension chassis with lift kits spacers springs etc It can c...

Page 163: ...ee Uniform tire quali ty grading that follows 4 The location of the tread wear indicators For details see Checking and replacing tires on page 232 5 Tire ply composition and mate rials Plies mean a layer of rub ber coated parallel cords Cords mean the strands forming the plies in the tire 6 TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE A tubeless tire does not have a tube inside the tire and air is directly filled in the...

Page 164: ...n page 255 10 Uniform tire quality grading For details see Uniform tire quali ty grading that follows 11 Summer tire or all season tire An all season tire has M S on the sidewall The tire not marked with M S is a summer tire For details see Types of tires on page 168 This illustration indicates typical DOT and Tire Identification Number TIN 1 DOT symbol 2 Tire Identification Number TIN 3 Tire manu...

Page 165: ...ect ratio tire height to section width 4 Tire construction code R Radial D Diagonal 5 Wheel diameter in inch 6 Load index 2 digits or 3 digits 7 Speed symbol alphabet with one letter 1 Section width 2 Tire height 3 Wheel diameter 1 Bead 2 Sidewall 3 Shoulder 4 Tread 5 Belt 6 Inner liner 7 Reinforcing rubber 8 Carcass 9 Rim lines 10 Bead wires 11 Chafer Tire size Name of each section of tire ...

Page 166: ...e is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a speci fied government test course For ex ample a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due...

Page 167: ... reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C cor responds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of per formance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grades for this tire are established ...

Page 168: ...aced of automatic transmission power steering power brakes power windows power seats radio and heater to the extent that these items are available as factory installed equipment whether installed or not Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant and if so equipped air conditioning and additional weight optional engine Th...

Page 169: ... molding on the other sidewall of the tire or Intended outboard sidewall deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire or B The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that follows Rim A ...

Page 170: ...ributed in accordance with Table 1 that follows and dividing by two Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity number of occupants Vehicle normal load number of occupants Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 through 4...

Page 171: ...t trailer weight plus its cargo weight that your vehicle is able to tow Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or de crease depending on the size weight and the number of occupants For de tails see Capacity and distribution that follows CAUTION Do not apply the load more than each load limit That may cause not only damage to the tires but also deterioration to the steering ability and braking ...

Page 172: ...cupants STEPS FOR DETERMINING CORRECT LOAD LIMIT 1 Locate the statement The com bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the ava...

Page 173: ... lb 388 lb 96 lb As shown in the above example if the number of occupants increases the cargo and luggage load equaling the combined weight of occupants who got on later must be reduced In other words if the increase in the number of occupants causes the excess of the total load capacity combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load you have to reduce the cargo and luggage on your vehic...

Page 174: ...o vide better traction in snow and to be adequate for driving in most winter conditions as well as for use all year round All season tires however do not have adequate traction performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow Also all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with summer tires in highway driving The details about how to distinguish summer...

Page 175: ...TARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine 170 How to start the engine 170 Tips for driving in various conditions 171 Winter driving tips 172 Dinghy towing 173 Trailer towing 174 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer 179 SECTION 3 ...

Page 176: ...ent the starter from operating if the selector lever is in any drive position 4 Automatic transmission only De press the brake pedal and hold it to the floor until driving off Before starting the engine be sure to fol low the instructions in a Before crank ing Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system sequen tial multiport fuel injection system in your engine automatically cont...

Page 177: ... transmis sion in P automatic or in first or reverse manual If necessary block the wheels Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet To see whether they are wet check that there is no traffic near you and then press the pedal lightly If you do not feel a normal braking force the brakes are probably wet To dry them drive the vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing t...

Page 178: ...ction NOTICE Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone When it is extremely cold we recommend to use 60 solution for your Toyota to provide protection down to about 50 C 58 F Do not use more than 70 solu tion for better coolant performance Check the condition of the battery and cables Cold temperatures reduce the capacity of any battery so it must be in top shape to provide enough po...

Page 179: ...g we recommend you carry some emer gency equipment Some of the things you might put in the vehicle are tire chains window scraper bag of sand or salt flares small shovel jumper cables etc Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed with four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground This may cause serious damage to your vehicle Your v...

Page 180: ...signed primarily as a passenger carrying vehicle Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling performance braking durability and driving economy fuel consumption etc Your safety and satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits For your safety and the safety of others you must not overload your vehicle or trailer Toyota warranties do not apply t...

Page 181: ...ht rating speci fied for the trailer hitch Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in seri ous personal injuries The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR indicated on the Certification Label The gross ve hicle weight is the sum of weights of the unloaded vehicle driver pas sengers luggage hitch a...

Page 182: ...se axle mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing wheel bearings wheels or tires Also never install a hitch which may interfere with the normal function of an Energy Absorbing Bumper if so equipped BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applica ble federal and state provincial regu lations A safety chain must always be used between th...

Page 183: ...iving PRE TOWING SAFETY CHECK Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched Do not drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose up or nose down condition and check for improper tongue load overload worn suspension or other possible causes Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded so that it can not shift Check that your rear view mirrors con form to any appli...

Page 184: ...eel and reduce speed immediately but gradually Never increase speed Steer straight ahead If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes the vehicle and trailer will stabilize Be careful when passing other ve hicles Passing requires considerable distance After passing a vehicle do not forget the length of your trailer and be sure you have plenty of room be fore changing lanes In orde...

Page 185: ...edal down too long or too frequently This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking effi ciency Improving fuel economy is easy just take it easy It will help make your vehicle last longer too Here are some specific tips on how to save money on both fuel and repairs Keep your tires inflated at the cor rect pressure Underinflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel See page 229 ...

Page 186: ...consumption By reducing your speed you will cut down on fuel con sumption Keep the front wheels in proper alignment Avoid hitting the curb and slow down on rough roads Improper alignment not only causes faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on the engine which in turn wastes fuel Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud etc This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent corro sion...

Page 187: ...ot start 182 If your engine stalls while driving 185 If your vehicle overheats 185 If you have a flat tire 186 If your vehicle becomes stuck 195 If your vehicle needs to be towed 196 If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever 199 If you lose your keys 199 If you lose your wireless remote control transmitter 200 SECTION 4 ...

Page 188: ... engine turns over at its normal speed but will not start 1 Turn the ignition key to ACC or LOCK and try starting the engine again 2 If the engine will not start the engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking See b Starting a flooded engine on page 182 for further instruc tions 3 If the engine still will not start it needs adjustment or repair Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop ...

Page 189: ...ossible continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near Use only standardized jumper cables and do not smoke or light a match while jump starting NOTICE The battery used for boosting must be 12 V Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster battery is correct JUMP S...

Page 190: ...tive terminal mark Jumper cable c Connect the clamp of the negative black jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery d Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative black jumper cable to a solid stationary unpainted metallic point of the vehicle with the discharged battery The recommended connecting point is shown in the following illustration Connecting point Do not connect...

Page 191: ... 182 in this Section CAUTION If the engine is not running the pow er assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual If your engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating if you ex perience a loss of power or if you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise the engine has probably overheated You should follow this procedure 1 Pull safely...

Page 192: ...am blown out under pressure 6 After the engine coolant temperature has cooled to normal again check the coolant level in the reservoir If neces sary bring it up to half full again Seri ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the system You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer 1 Reduce your speed gradually while driving in a straight line Move cautiously off the road to a s...

Page 193: ...injury Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone Use the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing Do not raise the vehicle with someone in the vehicle When raising the vehicle do not place any objects on top of or underneath the jack Raise the vehicle only high enough to remove and change the tire NOTICE Do not continue driving with a deflated tire...

Page 194: ...use it on any other vehicle Do not use more than one com pact spare tire at the same time Do not exceed 80 km h 50 mph when driving with the compact spare tire The standard tire should be re paired and reinstalled as soon as possible Avoid sudden acceleration sudden deceleration and sharp turns with the compact spare tire NOTICE Your ground clearance is re duced when the compact spare tire is inst...

Page 195: ...yourself with the use of the jack each of the tools and their storage locations Turn the jack joint by hand To remove Turn the joint in direction 1 until the jack is free To store Turn the joint in direction 2 until the jack is firmly secured to pre vent it flying forward during a collision or sudden braking To remove the spare tire 1 Raise the luggage compartment floor 2 On vehicles with compact ...

Page 196: ...the wheel diagonally op posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up When blocking the wheel place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear wheels 3 Remove the wheel ornament Pry off the wheel ornament using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown CAUTION Do not try to pull off the orna ment by hand Take due care in handling...

Page 197: ...own above Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on the han dle Be careful that the wrench does not slip off the nut Do not remove the nuts yet just un screw them about one half turn CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off which could cause a serious ac cident 5 Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown Make sur...

Page 198: ...loose fit and turn it clockwise As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift double check that it is properly posi tioned CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone 7 Remove the wheel nuts and change tires Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside Roll the spare wheel into position and align the holes in the wheel with the bolts Then lift up th...

Page 199: ...el to come off while driving 8 Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin ger tight Reinstall the wheel nuts tapered end inward and tighten them as much as you can by hand Press back on the tire and see if you can tighten them more CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts The nuts may loose and the wheels may fall off which coul...

Page 200: ... the vehicle make sure all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground Have the wheel nuts tightened by torque wrench at 103 N m 10 5 kgf m 76 ft lbf as soon as possible after changing wheels Otherwise the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off which could cause a serious accident 10 Reinstall the wheel ornament 1 Put the whee...

Page 201: ... to the torque specified on page 255 in Sec tion 8 with a torque wrench Have a technician repair the flat tire and re place the spare tire with it CAUTION Before driving make sure all the tools jack and flat tire are se curely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a colli sion or sudden braking If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow mud sand etc then...

Page 202: ...using either a or b Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or com mercial tow truck service tow your ve hicle carefully in accordance with the instructions given in Emergency tow ing on page 198 in this Section Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed Commercial operators are generally aware of the state provincial and local l...

Page 203: ...ce the ignition key in the ACC position and put the transmission in neutral NOTICE Do not tow with the key removed or in the LOCK position when towing from the rear without a towing dolly The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight Automatic transmission Use a towing dolly under the front wheels NOTICE Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from t...

Page 204: ...eeds Also the wheels axles drive train steering and brakes must all be in good condition CAUTION Use extreme caution when towing ve hicles Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and towing cable or chain The eyelet and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage NOTICE Use only a cable or chain speci...

Page 205: ...nto N position 5 Insert the cover 6 Start the engine For your safety keep the brake pedal depressed Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible You can purchase a new key at your Toyota dealer if you can give them the key number See the suggestion given in Keys on page 10 in Section 1 2 If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate many Toyo...

Page 206: ...y your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft or an accident Then have the identification number of your new transmitter registered At the same time you must bring all of the remaining transmitters to have them registered again as well You can use the wireless remote control system with the new transmitter Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed information If you lose...

Page 207: ...04 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 202 Washing and waxing your Toyota 203 Cleaning the interior 205 SECTION 5 ...

Page 208: ...tilation The above signifies the necessity to keep your vehicle particularly the underside as clean as possible and to repair any dam age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible To help prevent corrosion on your Toyota follow these guidelines Wash your vehicle frequently It is of course necessary to keep your vehicle clean by regular washing but to prevent corrosion the following point...

Page 209: ...ng cases may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts Wash your vehicle as soon as pos sible When driving in a coastal area When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze When having coal tar tree sap bird droppings and carcass of an insect When driving in the areas where there is a lot of smoke soot dust iron dust and chemical substances When the vehicle becomes remarkably...

Page 210: ...should be able to advise you wheth er the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna make sure it is removed before driv ing your Toyota through an automatic car wash Waxing your Toyota Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Toyota s finish Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel water well 1 Al...

Page 211: ...ean damp cloth If all the dirt do not come off re peat the procedure Commercial foaming type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well Follow the manufacturer s instructions NOTICE Do not use solvent thinner gasoline or window cleaner on the interior Carpets Use a good foam type shampoo to clean the carpets Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as possible Several types of f...

Page 212: ...ediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above Leather Interior The leather upholstery may be cleaned with neutral detergent for wool Remove dirt using a soft cloth dampened with 5 solution of neutral detergent for wool Then thoroughly wipe off all traces of detergent with a clean damp cloth After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet dry with a soft clean cloth Allow th...

Page 213: ... so avoid placing on the upholstery items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax as these tend to stick to leather when warm Improper cleaning of the leather up holstery could result in discolor ation or staining If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them ...

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Page 215: ...Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements 210 General maintenance 211 Does your vehicle need repairing 213 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance I M programs 214 For scheduled maintenance information please refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owner s Manual Supplement SECTION 6 ...

Page 216: ...he emission control system be Toyota supplied The owner may elect to use non Toyota supplied parts for replacement pur poses without invalidating the emission control system warranty However use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effec tiveness of the emission control sys tems You may also elect to have mainte nance replacement or repair of the emission control...

Page 217: ...ime when refueling Washer fluid Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the tank See page 243 in Section 7 3 for additional information Engine coolant level Make sure the coolant level is between the FULL and LOW lines on the see through reservoir when the engine is cold See page 226 in Section 7 2 for addition al information Radiator condenser and hoses Check that the front of the radiator and con...

Page 218: ... latches lock securely Seat belts Check that the seat belt system such as buckles retractors and anchors operate properly and smoothly Make sure that the belt webbings are not cut frayed worn or damaged Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching Clutch pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation Brake pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and tha...

Page 219: ...Be on the alert for changes in perfor mance sounds and visual tip offs that indicate service is needed Some impor tant clues are as follows Engine missing stumbling or pinging Appreciable loss of power Strange engine noises A leak under the vehicle however wa ter dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal Change in exhaust sound This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak Drive ...

Page 220: ...ness codes have not been set in the OBD system Readiness codes are automatically set during ordinary driving However when the battery is disconnected or run down the codes are erased Also depending on your driving habits the codes may not be completely set Also if the malfunction indicator lamp had come on recently due to temporary mal function such as a loose fuel tank cap your vehicle may not pa...

Page 221: ...5 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview 216 Fuse locations 217 Do it yourself service precautions 217 Positioning the jack 219 Parts and tools 220 SECTION 7 1 ...

Page 222: ... 1 Power steering fluid reservoir 2 Engine oil level dipstick 3 Engine coolant reservoir 4 Engine oil filler cap 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Fuse block 7 Battery 8 Radiator 9 Electric cooling fan 10 Condenser 11 Windshield washer fluid tank Engine compartment overview ...

Page 223: ...arranty statement for details and suggestions This Section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform As explained in Section 6 there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools For information on tools and parts for do it yourself maintenance see Parts and tools on page 220 in this Section Utmost care sho...

Page 224: ...where you may be exposed to flying or falling material fluid spray etc Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as in flammation or skin cancer so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact with it To re move used engine oil from your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water Do not leave used oil within the reach of children Di...

Page 225: ...tc Front Rear When jacking up your vehicle with the jack position the jack correctly as shown in the illustrations CAUTION When jacking be sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of personal injury Follow jacking instructions Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack Personal injury may occur Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is suppor...

Page 226: ...ction 7 2 for de tails about engine oil selection Tools Rag or paper towel Funnel only for adding oil CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL Parts if level is low Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant or equivalent See page 226 in Section 7 2 for de tails about coolant type selection Demineralized or distilled water Tools Funnel only for adding coolant CHECKING BRAKE FLUID Parts if level is low SAE J1703 or...

Page 227: ...859U ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze for winter use Tools Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original See charts in Re placing light bulbs on page 243 in Section 7 3 Tools Screwdriver ...

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Page 229: ... level 224 Checking the engine coolant level 226 Checking the radiator and condenser 227 Checking brake fluid 228 Checking power steering fluid 228 Checking tire inflation pressure 229 Checking and replacing tires 232 Rotating tires 234 Installing snow tires and chains 235 Replacing wheels 237 Aluminum wheel precautions 237 SECTION 7 2 ...

Page 230: ...e same type as already in the engine Remove the oil filler cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time checking the dipstick We recommend that you use a funnel when adding oil The approximate quantity of oil needed to fill between the low level and the full level on the dipstick is indicated below for ref erence When the level reaches within the correct range install the filler cap hand t...

Page 231: ...rks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use The API Service Symbol is located any where on the outside of the container The top portion of the label shows the oil quality by API American Petroleum Insti tute designations such as SL The center portion of the label shows the SAE viscos ity grade such as SAE 5W 30 Energy Conserving shown in the lower portion indicat...

Page 232: ...tion in the next column If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing there may be a leak in the system Visually check the radiator hoses engine coolant filler cap radiator cap and drain cock and water pump If you can find no leak have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system CAUTION To prevent burning yourself do not remove the radiato...

Page 233: ...er alone The engine cooling system is integral to maximizing performance of your Toyota vehicle In line with this it is strongly recommended that you use Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant for protecting the system as it is an ethylene glycol based premium antifreeze coolant with excellent corrosion protection properties that has been specifically formulated for use in Toyota vehicles Please contact...

Page 234: ...air and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking CAUTION Take care when filling the reservoir because brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces If fluid gets in your eyes flush your eyes with clean water immediately If you still feel uncomfortable with your eyes go to the doctor NOTICE If you spill some of the fluid be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from...

Page 235: ...either range add automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III to bring the level within the range To remove the reservoir cap turn it coun terclockwise and lift up To reinstall it turn it clockwise After replacing the reser voir cap visually check the steering box case vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage CAUTION The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself NOTIC...

Page 236: ...hecked only when the tires are cold If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for more than 1 5 km or 1 mile since you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pres sure reading Always use a tire pressure gauge The appearance of a tire can be misleading Besides tire inflation pressures that are even just a few pounds off can degrade ride and handling Take special...

Page 237: ...ilable have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer CAUTION Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps Without the valve caps dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage If the caps have been lost have new ones put on as soon as pos sible Incorrect tire inflation pressure may waste fuel reduce the comfort of driv ing reduce tire life and make your ve hicle less safe to dr...

Page 238: ... you know when the tires need replace ment When the tread depth wears to 1 6 mm 0 06 in or less the indica tors will appear If you can see the indicators in two or more adjacent grooves the tire should be replaced The lower the tread the higher the risk of skidding The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm 0 16 in If you have tire damage such as cuts splits cracks ...

Page 239: ...e and clearance be tween the body and tires or snow chains Check that the maximum load of the replaced tire is greater than 1 2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings GAWR of either the front axle or the rear axle whichever greater As for the maximum load of the tire see the load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure mentioned on the sidewall of the tire and as for the Gross Axle Weight Ratings ...

Page 240: ...h a new one Vehicles with compact spare tire Vehicles without compact spare tire To equalize the wear and help ex tend tire life Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires accord ing to the maintenance schedule For scheduled maintenance infor mation please refer to the Sched uled Maintenance Guide or Own er s Manual Supplement However the most appropriate tim ing for tire rotation may vary ac co...

Page 241: ...ble restrictions CAUTION Do not use snow tires other than the manufacturer s recommended size as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control Otherwise an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION Snow tires should be installed on all wheels Installing snow tires on the front wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in...

Page 242: ... tires care fully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer If wheel covers are used they will be scratched by the chain band so remove the covers before putting on the chains CAUTION Do not exceed 50 km h 30 mph or the chain manufacturer s recom mended speed limit whichever is lower Drive carefully avoiding bumps holes and sharp turns which may cause the vehicle to bounce Avoid sharp turn...

Page 243: ... to rough treatment or high mileage and could fail without warning Also bent wheels which have been straightened may have structural damage and therefore should not be used Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire CAUTION Do not use wheels other than the manufacturer s recommended size as this may cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of...

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Page 245: ...LA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U DO IT YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition 240 Battery recharging precautions 241 Checking and replacing fuses 242 Adding washer fluid 243 Replacing light bulbs 243 SECTION 7 3 ...

Page 246: ...in or burning get medi cal attention immediately If electrolyte gets on your clothes there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin so immediate ly take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above if nec essary If you accidentally swallow electro lyte drink a large quantity of water or milk Follow with milk of magne sia beaten raw egg or vegetable oil Then go immediately fo...

Page 247: ... Toyota dealer Clear or light yellow Red Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer During recharging the battery is pro ducing hydrogen gas Therefore before recharging 1 If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle be sure to disconnect the ground cable 2 Be sure the power switch on the re charger is off when connecting the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them CAUT...

Page 248: ... out tool is shown in the illustration If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good If the fuse has blown push a new fuse into the clip Only install a fuse with the amperage rat ing designated on the fuse box lid If you do not have a spare fuse in an emergency you can pull out the A C or P POINT fuse which may be dispensable for nor...

Page 249: ...e This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores Follow the manufacturer s directions for how much to mix with water NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may dam age your vehicle s paint The following illustrations show how to gain access to the bulbs When replacing a bulb make sure the ignition switch and light switch are off Use bulbs...

Page 250: ...ignal lights 3157A 27 8 C Front fog lights 55 D Rear side marker and stop tail lights 3157 27 8 E Rear turn signal lights 3156 27 E Back up lights 921 18 E High mounted stoplight 921 18 E License plate lights 5 E Interior light 8 F Light bulbs Bulb No W Type Personal light on the switch panel of the electric moon roof 10 G Personal lights on the inside rear view mirror without compass 192 4 3 E Tr...

Page 251: ...clip with a Phillips head screwdriver and move the air cleaner duct as shown in the illustration Remove and install the clip as shown in the following illustrations Removing clip Installing clip Low beam outside High beam inside 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle as shown Headlights ...

Page 252: ...hile depress ing the lock release If the connector is tight wiggle it 4 Install a new bulb and connector into the mounting hole Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb When aiming adjustment is nec essary contact your Toyota dealer Parking front side marker front turn signal lights ...

Page 253: ...from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U 1 Loosen the retainer nut and take out the front fog light unit 2 Unplug the connector while depress ing on the tab If the connector is tight wiggle it 3 Turn the cover counterclockwise and remove it Front fog lights ...

Page 254: ...g spring and remove the bulb Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring To install the bulb align the cutouts of the bulb with the protrusions of the mounting hole 6 Connect the cords and install the cover by turning it clockwise Then plug in the connector 7 Install the front fog light unit and tighten the nut ...

Page 255: ... 249 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U a Rear side marker and stop tail lights b Rear turn signal light Use a flat bladed screwdriver or equiva lent Rear side marker stop tail and rear turn signal lights Back up lights ...

Page 256: ...rom Oct 03 Prod OM12859U If either of the license plate lights burns out contact your Toyota dealer NOTICE Do not try to replace the license plate light bulbs by yourself You may dam age the vehicle High mounted stoplight License plate lights ...

Page 257: ... 04 Corolla_U L O 0306 251 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weights 252 Engine 252 Fuel 252 Service specifications 253 Tires 255 Fuses 255 SECTION 8 ...

Page 258: ...en vehicle Vehicle capacity weight occupants lug gage kg lb 385 850 Towing capacity trailer weight cargo weight kg lb 680 1500 Model 1ZZ FE Type 4 cylinder in line 4 cycle gasoline Bore and stroke mm in 79 0 91 5 3 11 3 60 Displacement cm3 cu in 1794 109 5 Fuel type Unleaded gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or higher Fuel tank capacity L gal Imp gal 50 13 2 11 0 Dimensions and w...

Page 259: ...ing grade and viscosity Oil grade API grade SL Energy Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom mended Recommended oil viscosity SAE 5W 30 Outside temperature Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur ther details COOLING SYSTEM Total capacity L qt Imp qt 6 5 6 9 5 7 Coolant type Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant is filled in your Toyota vehicle In order to avoid technical problems we stro...

Page 260: ...onditions listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide or Owner s Manual Supplement When changing the automatic transmission fluid use only Toyota Genuine ATF Type T IV ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500 to aid in assuring optimum transaxle performance Notice Using automatic transmission fluid other than Toyota Genuine ATF Type T IV may cause deterioration in shift quality locking up of your trans mission accom...

Page 261: ...JJ 15 6 JJ Compact spare tire kPa kgf cm2 or bar psi Wheel size T125 70R16 96M 420 4 2 60 16 4T Wheel nut torque N m kgf m ft lbf 103 10 5 76 NOTE For a complete information on tires e g replacing tires or replacing wheels see Checking tire inflation pressure through Aluminum wheel precautions pages 229 through 237 in Section 7 2 Tire size and cold tire inflation pressure kPa kgf cm2 or bar psi Fu...

Page 262: ...OBD 7 5 A On board diagnosis sys tem 17 WIPER 25 A Windshield wipers 18 AM2 15 A Charging system multiport fuel injection system sequential multi port fuel injection system starting sys tem SRS airbag system 19 STOP 15 A Stop lights high mounted stoplight anti lock brake system shift lock control system engine control sys tem cruise control system 20 DOOR 25 A Power door lock system 21 AM1 25 A CI...

Page 263: ...30 A Electric cooling fan 34 ABS NO 2 40 A Anti lock brake sys tem 35 HEAD MAIN 40 A HEAD LH UPR HEAD RH UPR HEAD LH LWR and HEAD RH LWR fuses 36 HTR 40 A Air conditioning system 37 DEF 40 A Rear window defogger M HTR DEF I UP fuse 38 POWER 30 A Power windows electric moon roof Fuse type C 39 ALT 100 A Charging system ABS NO 1 ABS NO 2 RDI FAN FOG HTR AM1 POWER DOOR ECU B TAIL STOP P POINT INV and...

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Page 265: ... 04 Corolla_U L O 0306 259 2004 COROLLA from Oct 03 Prod OM12859U REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U S OWNERS Reporting safety defects for U S owners Reporting safety defects for U S owners 260 SECTION 9 ...

Page 266: ...it may open an investiga tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ve hicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Toyota Motor Sales U S A Inc To contact NHTSA you may ei ther call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U...

Page 267: ... during break in period 146 How to start the engine 170 General maintenance 211 Complete index NO TAG Gas station information Fuel type UNLEADED gasoline Octane Rating 87 Research Octane Number 91 or higher See page 146 for detailed information Fuel tank capacity 50 L 13 2 gal 11 0 lmp gal Engine oil API grade SL Energy Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended See page 224 for deta...

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