2009 TOYOTA COROLLA brake fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■
Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Disconnect the claws to remove
the service cover as shown in
the illustration.
Remove the reservoir cap.
Add brake fluid slowly while checking the fluid level.
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Items Clean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
STEP3

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CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reached a speed
of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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Clutch
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30kgf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44 lbf (200 N, 20kgf)
NOTICE
■ Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your
vehicle.
Pedal free play 0.2  0.6 in. (5  15 mm)
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Pedal clearance*1
Vehicles without vehicle stability con-
trol
3.2 in. (81 mm)
Vehicles with vehicle stability control
3.4 in. (87 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*26  9 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 184, 190
ABS........................................... 158
Air conditioning filter .............. 341
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 341
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 184
Manual air conditioning system................................ 190
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 83
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 87
Airbag warning light .............. 378
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 83
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 87
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 92
General airbag precautions .... 87
Locations of airbags ............... 80
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 91
Proper driving posture ...... 78, 87
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 83
Side airbag precautions.......... 87
SRS airbags ........................... 80
Antenna .................................... 204
Anti-lock brake system ........... 158
Armrest .................................... 281
Ashtray ..................................... 275
Audio input .............................. 224 Audio system
Antenna .................................204
Audio input ............................224
AUX adapter..........................224
CD player/changer ................207
MP3/WMA disc......................214
Optimal use ...........................222
Portable music player............224
Radio .....................................201
Steering wheel audio switch ..................................225
Type ......................................198
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................184
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........130
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................401
S mode ..................................133
AUX adapter .............................224
Auxiliary boxes ........................269
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............357
Wattage .................................427
Battery Checking ...............................321
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............405
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................166
Bluetooth
®................................228
Bottle holder .............................271
Brake Fluid ......................................318
Parking brake ........................137
Brake assist ..............................158
Break-in tips .............................114
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Floor mat................................... 282
FluidBrake ..................................... 318
Washer .................................. 324
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 357
Switch.................................... 152
Wattage ................................. 427
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............92
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light......................... 379
Front seats Adjustment ..............................46
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 357
Switch.................................... 150
Wattage ................................. 427
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 357
Switch.................................... 136
Wattage ................................. 427
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 420
Fuel gauge ............................ 138
Fuel pump shut off system .... 374
Gas station information ......... 468
Information ............................ 428
Refueling .................................71
Type ...................................... 420
Fuel door.....................................71
Fuel filler door ............................71
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 374
Fuses......................................... 347
Gas station information........... 468
Gauges ...................................... 138
Glove box.................................. 265
Grocery bag hook .................... 274 Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ................ 228
Head restraints Adjusting ................................ 51
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 357
Switch ................................... 150
Wattage................................. 427
Heaters Seat heater ........................... 279
Side mirror ............................ 197
Hood.......................................... 305
Hooks Cargo hooks.......................... 283
Grocery bag hook ................. 274
I/M test ...................................... 300
Identification number Engine ................................... 416
Vehicle .................................. 416
Ignition switch.................. 122, 126
Illuminated entry system......... 261
Indicator lights ......................... 142
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 447
Inside rear view mirror .............. 62
Interior lights Interior lights ......................... 260
Switch ................................... 262
Wattage................................. 427F
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TrunkOpener ....................................43
Trunk light Wattage ................................. 427
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 357
Switch.................................... 136
Wattage ................................. 427
Valet key .....................................20
Vanity mirrors........................... 273
Vehicle identification number ................................... 416
Vehicle stability control........... 158
VSC............................................ 158
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 377
Downshifting.......................... 134
Seat belt reminder ................. 379
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .......... 378
Brake assist system .............. 378
Brake system ........................ 377
Charging system .... ............... 377
Engine oil maintenance ......... 379
Engine oil pressure ............... 377
Electric power steering system ................................ 378
Low fuel level ........................ 379
Low tire pressure warning
light ..................................... 379
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 378
Open door ............................. 379
Pretensioners ........................ 378
Seat belt reminder light ......... 379
Smart key system... ............... 386
SRS airbags .......................... 378
Tire pressure warning light .... 379
Washer fluid .......................... 379 Washer
Checking ............................... 324
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 166
Switch ................................... 153
Washing and waxing ............... 290
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 162
Load limits ............................. 165
Weight ................................... 416
Wheels ...................................... 339
Window glasses ........................ 66
Window lock switch................... 66
Windows
Power windows ....................... 66
Rear window defogger .......... 197
Washer.................................. 153
Windshield wipers ................... 153
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 343
Wireless remote control .......... 34
WMA disc.................................. 214
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