2009 TOYOTA COROLLA wiper fluid

154 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
■The windshield wipers and washers can be operated when
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ Intermittent windshield wiper interval mode (if equipped)
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Decreases the intermittent windshield
wiper frequency
Increases the intermittent windshield
wiper frequency

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

464 Alphabetical index
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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