2010 TOYOTA COROLLA tow

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.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 155
Fog light switch ................... 157
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 158
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 160
Driving assist systems ........ 163
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 167
Vehicle load limits ............... 170
Winter driving tips ............... 171
Trailer towing ...................... 175
Dinghy towing (automatic
transmission) .................... 183
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) ...... 184
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system .......... 188
Manual air conditioning system .......... 194
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 201 3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 202
Using the radio ................... 205
Using the CD player ........... 211
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 218
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 225
Using the AUX adapter....... 228
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 229
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features ............................ 232
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 235
Making a phone call ........... 244
Setting a cellular phone ...... 248
Security and system setup ................................ 253
Using the phone book ........ 257
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 264
• Interior light ...................... 266
• Personal lights.................. 266
• Personal/interior lights...... 267
3Interior features

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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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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Before driving
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Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from
operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 408)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle's electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio
waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Before driving
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Key battery depletion
Vehicles with smart key system
P. 2 9
Vehicles without smart key system
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 347)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted (vehicles with smart
key system)
P. 346
■ Conditions affecting operation
Vehicles with smart key system
P. 2 7
Vehicles without smart key system
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations.
● Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by, a
metallic object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
● When the wireless key battery is depleted
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Rear seats
■Before folding down the rear seat
Stow the rear outside seat belt
buckles and move the rear
center seat belt buckle as
shown.
■ Folding down rear seatbacks
Pull the seatback lever in the
trunk for the seatback you
wish to fold down.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
■Installing the head restraints
■ Adjusting the height of the head restraints
■ Adjusting the rear cent er seat head restraint
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using.
CAUTION
■ Head restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
● Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
● After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure
they are locked in position.
● Do not drive with the head restraints removed.
Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes and push it down while press-
ing the lock release button.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
sudden braking or an accident.
Failing to do so may cause death or severe injury.
■Wearing a seat belt
●Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.
● Always wear a seat belt properly.
● Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt
for more than one person at once, including children.
● Toyota recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always
use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system.
● Do not recline the seat any more than necessary to achieve a proper seat-
ing position. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting
up straight and well back in the seats.
● Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.
● Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.
■ Adjustable shoulder anchor
Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your
shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off
your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an
accident and cause death or serious injuries in a collision. ( P. 57)
■ Seat belt pretensioners
●Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger's seat.
Doing so will disperse the passenger's weight, which prevents the sensor
from detecting the passenger's weight properly. As a result, the seat belt
pretensioner for the front passenger's seat may not activate in the event of
a collision.
● If the pretensioner has activated, the seat belt becomes locked: it cannot
be further extended, nor will it return to the stowed position. The seat belt
cannot be used again and must be replaced at your Toyota dealer.