2010 TOYOTA COROLLA check engine light

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures. (vehicles with smart key system)
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
*: If the engine does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehi- cle, the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be diffi-
culties receiving the si gnal from the key. (P. 3 0 )
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning
lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Once (Comes
on for 8
seconds.) Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the electronic
key is not present when the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is pressed. Confirm the
location of the
electronic
key*.
Once3 times
Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that a door other
than the driver’s door has
been opened and closed with
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch in any mode other
than OFF and the electronic
key outside of the detection
area. Confirm the
location of the
electronic
key.
Once3 times
Smart key system warning
light
Indicates that the driver’s door
has been opened or closed
with the shift lever in P, the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch in any mode other than
OFF and the electronic key
outside of the detection area. Turn the
“ENGINE
START
STOP” switch
OFF or con-
firm the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the “ENGINE START ST OP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about
15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 410)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

412 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
Connecting the jumper cables Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration. Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.STEP 6
STEP 1
STEP 2

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle, and turn
the engine switch to the “ON” position, then start the vehi-
cle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP 3
STEP 4

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Manual transaxle
Automatic transaxle
Battery
Open voltage at
68
F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Gear oil capacity (reference) 1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp. qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
2.6 qt. (2.5 L, 2.2 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil type API GL-4
Recommended gear oil
viscosity SAE 75W
Fluid capacity (reference) 1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine
8.2 qt. (7.8 L, 6.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS

466 Alphabetical index
If you have a flat tire ............. 393
If you lose your keys ............. 407
If you think something is wrong .................................. 378
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 419
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 373
If your vehicle overheats ....... 416
Engine Compartment ........................ 314
Engine switch ................ 126, 130
Hood...................................... 309
How to start the
engine ......................... 126, 130
Identification number ............. 422
If the engine will not start ...... 404
Ignition switch................ 126, 130
Overheating........................... 416
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 428
Checking ............................... 321
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 171
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 143
Engine immobilizer system.......78
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 427
Checking ............................... 316
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 171 Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 319
Engine switch light .................. 264
EPS............................................ 163
Event data recorder ................. 380
Floor mat .................................. 286
Fluid Brake..................................... 322
Washer.................................. 328
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 360
Switch ................................... 157
Wattage................................. 433
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 95
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ........................ 384
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 49
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 360
Switch ................................... 155
Wattage................................. 433
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 360
Switch ................................... 140
Wattage................................. 433
F

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Alphabetical index
Tires
Chains .................................. 171
Checking .............................. 330
If you have a flat tire ............. 393
Inflation pressure .................. 338
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 331
Information ........................... 437
Replacing ............................. 393
Rotating tires ........................ 330
Size ...................................... 431
Snow tires............................. 171
Spare tire .............................. 393
Tools......................................... 393
Total load capacity .................. 170
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 183, 184
Emergency towing ................ 374
Trailer towing ........................ 175
TRAC ........................................ 163
Traction control ....................... 163
Trip information....................... 151
Trip meter................................. 143
Trunk Opener ................................... 46
Trunk light Wattage ................................ 433
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 360
Switch ................................... 140
Wattage ................................ 433
Valet key..................................... 20
Vanity mirrors .......................... 277
Vehicle identification number................................... 422
Vehicle stability control .......... 163
VSC ........................................... 163 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................382
Downshifting..........................138
Seat belt reminder .................384
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ..........383
Brake assist system ..............383
Brake system ........................382
Charging system .... ...............382
Engine oil maintenance ......... 384
Engine oil pressure ...............382
Electric power steering system ................................383
Low fuel level ........................384
Low tire pressure warning
light .....................................384
Malfunction indicator lamp ....383
Open door .............................384
Pretensioners ........................383
Seat belt reminder light .........384
Smart key system... ...............391
SRS airbags ..........................383
Tire pressure warning light ....384
Washer fluid ..........................384
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