2012 TOYOTA COROLLA brake fluid

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■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Slide and lift up the rubber strip
to partly remove it as shown.
Disconnect the claws and
remove the service cover.
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
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■
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.
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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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
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns 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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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic transmission
Clutch
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30
kgf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44 lbf (200 N, 20kgf)
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
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*13.4 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
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 399
Wattage ................................ 475
Battery Checking .............................. 364
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............. 450
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 181
Bluetooth
® audio..................... 279
Bluetooth® phone ................... 279
Bottle holder ............................ 319
Brake Fluid...................................... 361
Parking brake ....................... 147
Brake assist ............................. 173
Break-in tips ............................ 123 Care
Exterior ..................................334
Interior ...................................336
Seat belts ..............................337
Cargo capacity .........................177
CD changer ...............................236
CD player ..................................236
Chains .......................................181
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ........103
Booster seats, installation .....107
Convertible seats, definition .............................103
Convertible seats,
installation ...........................107
Front passenger occupant classification system .............98
Infant seats, definition ...........103
Infant seats, installation.........107
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ...............................108
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................110
Installing CRS with top tether straps ........................114
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Floor mat................................... 328
FluidBrake ..................................... 361
Washer .................................. 366
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 399
Switch.................................... 164
Wattage ................................. 475
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............98
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light......................... 422
Front seats Adjustment ..............................51
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 399
Switch.................................... 160
Wattage ................................. 475
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 399
Switch.................................... 146
Wattage ................................. 475
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 468
Fuel gauge ............................ 149
Fuel pump shut off system .... 419
Gas station information ......... 528
Information ............................ 476
Refueling .................................77
Type ...................................... 468
Fuel door.....................................77
Fuel filler door ............................77
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 419
Fuses......................................... 389 Gas station information .......... 528
Gauges...................................... 149
Glove box ................................. 312
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ................ 279
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 412
Head restraints Adjusting ................................ 56
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 399
Switch ................................... 160
Wattage................................. 475
Heaters Seat heater ........................... 326
Side mirror ............................ 219
Hood.......................................... 349
Horn .......................................... 148
I/M test ...................................... 344
Identification number Engine ................................... 464
Vehicle .................................. 464
Ignition switch.................. 131, 135
Illuminated entry system......... 308
Indicator lights ......................... 152
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 495
Inside rear view mirror .............. 67
Interior lights
Interior lights ......................... 307
Switch ................................... 309
Wattage................................. 475FG
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Alphabetical index
Tools......................................... 432
Total load capacity .................. 180
Towing
Dinghy towing ............... 201, 202
Emergency towing ................ 414
Trailer towing ................ 185, 200
TRAC ........................................ 173
Traction control ....................... 173
Trip information....................... 156
Trip meter................................. 149
Trunk Opener ................................... 47
Trunk light Wattage ................................ 475
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 399
Switch ................................... 146
Wattage ................................ 475
Valet key..................................... 22
Vanity mirrors .......................... 321
Vehicle identification number................................... 464
Vehicle stability control .......... 173
VSC ........................................... 173 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................420
Downshifting..........................143
Seat belt reminder .................422
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ..........421
Brake assist system ..............421
Brake system ........................420
Charging system .... ...............420
Electric power steering system ................................421
Engine oil maintenance ......... 422
Engine oil pressure ...............420
Low fuel level ........................422
Low tire pressure warning light .....................................422
Malfunction indicator lamp ....421
Open door .............................422
Pretensioners ........................421
Seat belt reminder light .........422
Smart key system... ...............430
SRS airbags ..........................421
Tire pressure warning light ....422
Washer fluid ..........................422
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