2000 TOYOTA COROLLA fuel type

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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
TOYOTA
Break- in period144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel pump shut off system146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three- way catalytic converter146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine exhaust cautions147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Facts about engine oil consumptio148 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Iridium- tipped spark plugs149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system149 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators152 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage stowage precautions153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Your Toyota's identification153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft prevention labels154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension and chassis155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Types of tires155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2
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Break- in period
Drive gently and avoid high speeds.
Your vehicle does not need an elaborate
break- in. But following a few simple tips
for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add
to the future economy and long life of
your vehicle:

Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).

Run the engine at moderate speed be-
tween 2000 and 4000 rpm.

Avoid full- throttle starts.

Try to avoid hard stops during the first
300 km (200 miles).

Do not drive slowly with the manual
transmission in a high gear.

Do not drive for a long time at any
single speed, either fast or slow.

Do not tow a trailer during the first 800
km (500 miles).
Fuel
FUEL TYPE
Your new vehicle must use only un-
leaded gasoline.
To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your
Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open-
ing. The special nozzle on pumps with
unleaded fuel will fit it, but the larger
standard nozzle on pumps with leaded gas
will not.
At a minimum, the gasoline you use
should meet specifications of ASTM
D4814 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 NUMBER
Select Octane Rating 87 (Research Oc-
tane Number 91) or higher.
Use of unleaded fuel with an octane num-
ber or rating lower than stated above will
cause persistent heavy knocking. If se-
vere, this will lead to engine damage.If your engine knocks...
If you detect heavy knocking even when
using the recommended fuel, or if you
hear steady knocking while holding a
steady speed on level roads, consult your
Toyota dealer.
However, now and then, you may notice
light knocking for a short time while accel-
erating or driving up hills. This is no need
of concern.
GASOLINES CONTAINING DETERGENT
ADDITIVES
Toyota recommends use of gasolines
that contain detergent additives to
avoid build- up of engine deposits.
For further details, ask your Toyota dealer
or a local gasoline retailer.
IMPROVED GASOLINES
The American Automobile Manufacturers
Association (AAMA) has developed a
specification of improved gasolines. The
AAMA specification offers optimal fuel
information for better vehicle perfor-
mance and better protection of your en-
gine.
Toyota recommends the use of gasolines
that meet the AAMA specification, if avail-
able, for improved driveability and emis-
sion control system.
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Publication No. OM12718U
Part No. 01999-12718
Printed in Japan 01- 9908- 00
(U)
Quick index

If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 87. . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle will not start 170. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your engine stalls while driving 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle overheats 173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If you have a flat tire 174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If your vehicle needs to be towed 183. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tips for driving during break- in period 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to start the engine 158. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General maintenance 195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Complete index NO TAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 144 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
50 L (13.2 gal., 11.0 lmp.gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, Energy- Conservingº or ILSAC multigrade engine
oil is recommended.
See page 206 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid D- II or DEXRONIII (DEXRONII)
See page 232 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 210 through 214.
Tire pressure: See page 233.
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Dimensions and weight
Overall length mm (in): 4420 (174.0)
Overall width mm (in): 1695 (66.7)
Overall height mm (in): 1385 (54.5)
*
Wheelbase mm (in): 2465 (97.0)
Front tread mm (in): 1460 (57.5)
Rear tread mm (in): 1450 (57.1)
Vehicle capacity weight
(occupants+luggage) kg(lb): 385 (850)
*: Unladen vehicle
Engine
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, cm
3 (cu. in.):
1794 (109.5)
Fuel
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)
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Tires
Tire size:
Compact spare tire
T115/70D14
T125/70D14
Except compact spare tire
P175/65SR14
P185/65SR14
Tire pressure, kPa (kgf/cm
2 or bar, psi):
Compact spare tire
420 (4.2, 60)
Except compact spare tire
210 (2.1, 30)
Wheel size:
Compact spare tire
14
4T
Except compact Spare tire
14
5.5JJ
Wheel nut torque, N´m (kgf´m, ft´lbf):
102.9 (10.5, 76)
Fuses
Engine compartment
Fuses (type A)
1. A/C 7.5 A: Air conditioning system,
electric cooling fan
2. SPARE 5 A: Spare fuse
3. SPARE 10 A: Spare fuse
4. SPARE 15 A: Spare fuse
5. DOME 15 A: Car audio system, interior
light, personal light, trunk light, clock,
daytime running light system, theft de-
terrent system
6. HAZARD 10 A: Turn signal lights,
emergency flashers
Engine compartment
7. AM2 15 A: Starter system, STº and
IGNº fuses
8. HEAD (LH) or HEAD (LH- UPR) 10 A:
Left- hand headlight
9. ALT- S 5 A: Charging system
10. HEAD (RH) or HEAD (RH- UPR) 10 A:
Right- hand headlight
11. EFI or F- HTR 15 A: Multiport fuel in-
jection system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
12. HORN 10 A: Horn, theft deterrent sys-
tem
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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
(type A)
(type B)
(type A)
(type B)Brake system warning light*
1
Seat belt reminder light*
1
Discharge warning light*
1
Malfunction indicator lamp*
1
Low 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
Low fuel level warning light*
1
Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light
Overdrive- off indicator light
Cruise control indicator light
*
2
Rear window defogger indicator light
*
1: For details, see Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzersº in Section 1- 5.
*
2: If this light flashes, see Cruise controlº in Section 1- 6.
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Fuel gauge
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
The gauge works when the ignition
switch is on and indicates the approxi-
mate quantity of fuel remaining in the
tank.
Nearly fullÐNeedle at Fº
Nearly emptyÐNeedle at Eº
It is a good idea to keep the tank over
1/4 full.
This fuel gauge has a non- return type
needle which remains at the last indicated
position when the ignition switch is turned
off.
If the fuel level approaches Eº 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 indicator lamp goes off after driving
several times. If the indicator lamp does
not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Engine coolant temperature
gauge
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Checking the engine oil level
Low level Full level
Add oil O.K. Too full
With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level
on the dipstick.
1. To get a true reading, the vehicle
should be on a level spot. After turning
off the engine, wait a few minutes for
the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, and wipe it clean
with a rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstickÐpush it in as far
as it will go, or the reading will not be
correct.
4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil
level on the end.If the oil level is below or only slightly
above the low level, add engine oil of
the 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.
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- tight.
Oil quantity, L (qt., lmp. qt.):
1.3 (1.4, 1.1)
NOTICE

Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.

Check the oil level on the dipstick
once again after adding the oil.
Engine oil selection
Use API grade SJ, Energy- Conservingº
or ILSAC multigrade engine 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 engine
may become difficult to start, so SAE
5W- 30 engine oil is recommended.
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