2008 Corolla Scheduled Maintenance Guide
DRIVE BELTS
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and adjust if
necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged.
DRIVE SHAFT BOLT
Tighten to specified torque. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
ENGINE AIR FILTER
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for damage,
excessive wear and oiliness, and replace if necessary.
ENGINE COOLANT
Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type coolant. Inspect
hoses and connections for corrosion and leaks. Tighten connections and replace parts as
necessary. A qualified technician should perform these operations. (For further details,
refer to “Radiator, Condenser and Hoses” in the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” section of
the
Owner’s Manual.)
NOTE:
Your Toyota is equipped with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant. The replacement
intervals for engine coolant recommended in this booklet are based on replacement
with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant or similar high-quality non-silicate,
non-amine, non-borate ethylene-glycol coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology (i.e. a combination of low phosphates and organic acids). If another type of
ethylene-glycol coolant is used, replacement intervals may be different.
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified intervals. For
recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to the
Owner’s Manual.
ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE
Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary. A qualified technician
should perform this operation.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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