2010 TOYOTA COROLLA maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior fea-
turesAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-5. Using the storage featuresList of storage features....... 268
• Glove box ......................... 269
• Console box ..................... 269
• Cup holders ...................... 271
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 273
• Bottle holders ................... 275
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 276
Vanity mirrors ..................... 277
Grocery bag hook............... 278
Ashtrays ............................. 279
Cigarette lighter .................. 280
Power outlet ....................... 281
Seat heaters ....................... 283
Armrest............................... 285
Floor mat ............................ 286
Trunk features .................... 287
Compass ............................ 288 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 294
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 296
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 299
General maintenance ......... 301
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 304
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 305
Hood ................................... 309
Positioning a floor jack........ 311
Engine compartment .......... 314
Tires.................................... 330
Tire inflation pressure ......... 338
Wheels................................ 342
Air conditioning filter ........... 344
Key battery ......................... 346
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 350
Light bulbs .......................... 360
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 372
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 373
If you think something is wrong ............................ 378
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 379
Event data recorder ............ 380
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 382
If you have a flat tire............ 393
If the engine will not start .... 404
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 406
If you lose your keys ........... 407
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
key system)....................... 408
If the battery is discharged ........................ 410
If your vehicle overheats ..... 416
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 419 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 422
Fuel information.................. 434
Tire information .................. 437
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 449
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 453
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 456
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 457
Abbreviation list ........................ 462
Alphabetical index ..................... 463
What to do if... ........................... 473
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle's keys have built-in tran sponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key sys-
tem: The indicator light flashes
after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
OFF to indicate that the sys-
tem is operating.
Vehicles without smart key
system: The indicator light
flashes after the key has been
removed from the engine
switch to indicate that the sys-
tem is operating.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Before towing
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 338)
● Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer's rec-
ommendation.
● All trailer lights must work in order to be legal.
● Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
● Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper
tongue load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● Check that your rear view mirrors c onform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, inst all rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
■ Break-in schedule
Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any
new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bear-
ings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
■ Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner's Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 294
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 296
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 299
General maintenance....... 301
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 304 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 305
Hood ................................ 309
Positioning a floor jack ..... 311
Engine compartment ........ 314
Tires ................................. 330
Tire inflation pressure ...... 338
Wheels ............................. 342
Air conditioning filter......... 344
Key battery ....................... 346
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 350
Light bulbs........................ 360

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors back before washing the vehicle.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
● Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed
properly.
■ Aluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use har\
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brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
■ Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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To prevent deteriorati on and body corrosion
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
● If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
CAUTION
■Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
NOTICE
■To protect your vehicle’s painted surfaces
Do not use organic cleaners such as benzene or gasoline.
■ Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights. Wax may cause damage to
the lenses.