1996 TOYOTA COROLLA fuel

151 If you perform maintenance by your-
self, be sure to follow the correct pro-
cedure given in this part.
You should be aware that improper or in-
complete servicing may result in operat-
ing problems.
Performing do-it-yourself maintenance
during the warranty period may affect
your warranty coverage. Read the sepa-
rate Toyota Warranty statement for details
and suggestions.
This part gives instructions only for those
items that are relatively easy for an owner
to perform. As explained in Part 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
toolsº.
Utmost care should be taken when work-
ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental
injury. Here are a few precautions that you
should be especially careful to observe:

When the engine is running, keep
hands, clothing, and tools away
from the moving fan and engine
drive belts. (Removing rings,
watches, and ties is advisable.)CAUTION
!

Right after driving, the engine
compartmentÐthe engine, radia-
tor, exhaust manifold, power
steering fluid reservoir and spark
plug boots, etc.Ðwill be hot. So
be careful not to touch them. Oil,
fluids and spark plugs may also be
hot.

If the engine is hot, do not remove
the radiator cap or loosen the drain
plugs to prevent burning yourself.

Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames around fuel or the
battery. Their fumes are flamable.

Be extremely cautious when work-
ing on the battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric
acid.

Do not get under your vehicle with
just the body jack supporting it. Al-
ways use automotive jack stands
or other solid supports.

Be sure that the ignition is off if you
work near the electric cooling fans
or radiator grille. With the ignition
on, the electric cooling fan may au-
tomatically start to run if the air
conditioning is on.
Use eye protection whenever you
work on or under your vehicle
where you may be exposed to fly-
ing or falling material, fluid spray,
etc.

Used engine oil contains poten-
tially harmful contaminants which
may cause skin disorders such as
inflammation or skin cancer, so
care should be taken to avoid pro-
longed and repeated contact with
it. To remove used engine oil from
your skin, wash thoroughly with
soap and water.

Do not leave used oil within the
reach of children.

Dispose of used oil and filter only
in a safe and acceptable manner.
Do not dispose of used oil and filter
in household trash, in sewers or
onto the ground. Call your dealer
or a service station for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
Do-it-yourself service
precautions
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156ENGINE OIL SELECTION
Use API SH, Energy-Conserving IIº mul-
tigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade en-
gine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for your
vehicle, for good fuel economy, and
good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W-30 engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the en-
gine may become difficult to start, so
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recom-
mended.
Oil identification marks
Either or both API registered marks 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 SH. The center
portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-
ity grade such as SAE 5W-30. Energy-
Conserving IIº shown in the lower portion,
indicates that the oil has fuel-saving capa-
bilities. Oils marked Energy-Conserving
IIº will have higher fuel-saving capabilities
than oil marked Energy-Conservingº.The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-
dardization and Approval Committee) Cer-
tification Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.
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Keep your tire pressures at the proper
level.
The recommended cold tire pressures,
tire size and the vehicle capacity weight
are also given in Part 8. They are also on
the tire pressure label inside the glovebox.
You should check the tire pressures every
two weeks, or at least once a month. And
don't forget the spare!
Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire
life and make your vehicle less safe to
drive.Low tire pressure results in excessive
wear, poor handling, reduced fuel econo-
my, and the possibility of blowouts from
overheated tires. Also, low tire pressure
can cause poor sealing of the tread bead.
If the tire pressure is excessively low,
there is the possibility of wheel deforma-
tion and/or tire separation.
High tire pressure produces a harsh ride,
handling problems, excessive wear at the
center of the tire tread, and a greater pos-
sibility of tire damage from road hazards.
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
The following instructions for check-
ing tire pressure should be observed:
The pressure should be checked
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 pressure
reading.
Always use a tire pressure gauge.
The appearance of a tire can be mis-
leading. Besides, tire pressures that
are even just a few pounds off can de-
grade handling and ride.Take special care when adding air
to the compact spare tire. The small-
er tire size can gain pressure very
quickly. Add compressed air in small
quantities and check the pressure
often until it reaches the specified
pressure.
Do not bleed or reduce tire pres-
sure after driving. It is normal for the
tire pressure to be higher after driving.
Never exceed the vehicle capacity
weight. The passenger and luggage
weight should be located so that the
vehicle is balanced.
Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation
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 possible.
Checking tire pressure
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Part 8Dimensions and weight
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SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions and weight

Engine

Fuel

Service specifications

Tires

Fuses
Overall length mm (in.)
Overall width mm (in.)
Overall height mm (in.)
mm (in.)
Wheelbase mm (in.)
Front tread mm (in.)
Rear tread mm (in.)
Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants + luggage) kg (lb.)
*
1: Unladen vehicle plus two occupants
*
2: Unladen vehicleSedan Wagon
4370 (172.0) 4370 (172.0)
1685 ( 66.3) 1685 ( 66.3)
1360 ( 53.5)*
11405 ( 55.3)*1
1380 ( 54.3)*21425 ( 56.1)*2
2465 (97.0) 2465 (97.0)
1460 ( 57.5) 1460 ( 57.5)
1450 ( 57.1) 1450 ( 57.1)
385 (850) 385 (850)
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182 Model:
4A-FE and 7A-FE
Type:
4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.):
4A-FE engine
81.0 x 77.0 (3.19 x 3.03)
7A-FE engine
81.0 x 85.5 (3.19 x 3.37)
Displacement, cm
3 (cu. in.):
4A-FE engine 1587 (96.8)
7A-FE engine 1762 (107.5)Fuel type:
Unleaded fuel, Research Octane Num-
ber 91 (Octane Rating 87) or higher
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.):
50 (13.2, 11.0)ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):
Intake 0.15'0.25 (0.006'0.010)
Exhaust 0.25'0.35 (0.010'0.014)
Spark plug type:
NIPPONDENSO K16R-U
NGK BKR5EYA
Spark plug gap, mm (in.):
0.8 (0.031)
Drive belt tension measured with Borroughs
drive belt tension gauge No. BT- 33- 73F
(used belt), Ibf:
Generator belt 115 + 20
Air conditioning
compressor belt 100 + 20
Power steering
pump belt 80 + 20
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
4A-FE engine
With filter 3.0 (3.2, 2.6)
Without filter 2.8 (3.0, 2.5)
7A-FE engine
With filter 3.7 (3.9, 3.3)
Without filter 3.5 (3.7, 3.1)
Fuel Service specifications Engine
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Fuses (type A)
1. CIG & RADIO 20 A: Cigarette lighter,
digital clock display, air conditioning sys-
tem, radio, cassette tape player, power
rear view mirrors, automatic transmission
shift lock system, theft deterrent system,
SRS airbags
2. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, parking lights, li-
cense plate lights, instrument panel lights,
daytime running light system
3. IGN 10 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system, discharge warning light, SRS air-
bags
4. ECU-B 10 A: Daytime running light
system, cruise control system5. DEF-I/UP 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injec-
tion system/sequential multiport fuel in-
jection system
6. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight, cruise control system, automat-
ic transmission shift lock system, anti-
lock brake system
7. TURN 7.5 A: Turn signal lights
8. ECU-IG 15 A: Starting system, anti-
lock brake system, automatic transmis-
sion shift lock system9. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters,
service reminder indicators (except dis-
charge and open door warning lights),
back-up light, air conditioning system,
daytime running light system, electroni-
cally controlled automatic transmission
system
10. WIP 20 A: Windshield wipers and
washer, rear window wiper and washer
11. A/C 15 A: Air conditioning system
12. DOME 20 A: Interior light, luggage
compartment light, trunk light, clock, open
door warning light, radio, cassette tape
player, anti-lock brake system, theft de-
terrent system, electric sun roof
13. HAZ-HORN 20 A: Emergency flash-
ers, horns
Fuses
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14. FAN-I/UP 7.5 A: Multiport fuel injec-
tion system/sequential multiport fuel in-
jection system
15. SPARE 7.5 A: Spare fuse
16. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse
17. SPARE 20 A: Spare fuse
18. HEAD (RH) 15 A: Right-hand head-
light
19. HEAD (LH) 15 A: Left-hand headlight
20. ALT-S 7.5 A: Charging system
21. EFI, F-HTR 15 A: Multiport fuel injec-
tion system/sequential multiport fuel in-
jection system, electronically controlled
automatic transmission system
22. DRL 7.5 A: Daytime running light sys-
tem23. HEAD (LH-UPR) 10 A: Left-hand
headlight (high beam)
24. HEAD (LH-LWR) 10 A: Left-hand
headlight (low beam)
25. HEAD (RH-UPR) 10 A: Right-hand
headlight (high beam)
26. HEAD (RH-LWR) 10 A: Right-hand
headlight (low beam)
27. OBD 7.5 A: On-board diagnosis sys-
tem
28. EFI 15 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronically controlled auto-
matic transmission systemFuses (type B)
29. POWER 30 A: Power windows, pow-
er door lock system, electric sun roof
30. DEF 30 A: Rear window defogger
31. HEATER 40 A: Air conditioning sys-
tem
32. AM 2 30 A: Starting system and IGNº
fuse
33. FAN 30 A: Electric cooling fan and
FAN-I/UPº fuse
34. CDS 30 A: Electric cooling fan
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