2012 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
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-5. Using the interior lightsInterior lights list ................. 307
• Interior light ...................... 309
• Personal lights ................. 309
• Personal/interior lights...... 310
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 311
• Glove box ......................... 312
• Console box ..................... 312
• Cup holders ...................... 314
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 317
• Bottle holders ................... 319
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 320
Vanity mirrors ..................... 321
Clock .................................. 322
Ashtray ............................... 323
Cigarette lighter .................. 324
Power outlet ....................... 325
Seat heaters ....................... 326
Floor mat ............................ 328
Compass ............................ 329 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 334
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 336
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 339
General maintenance ......... 341
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 344
4-3. Do-it-yourself
main tenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 345
Hood ................................... 349
Positioning a floor jack........ 351
Engine compartment .......... 354
Tires.................................... 368
Tire inflation pressure ......... 376
Wheels................................ 380
Air conditioning filter ........... 383
Key battery ......................... 385
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 389
Light bulbs .......................... 399
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 412
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 413
If you think something is wrong ................................ 418
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 419
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 420
If you have a flat tire............ 432
If the engine will not start .... 444
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 446
If you lose your keys ........... 447
If the electronic key does not operate properly.......... 448
If the battery is discharged ........................ 450
If your vehicle overheats ..... 456
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 459
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 461 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 464
Fuel information.................. 476
Tire information .................. 479
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 491
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 495
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 498
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 499
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 502
Abbreviation list ........................ 512
Alphabetical index .................... 514
What to do if... .......................... 525
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

82 1-6. Theft deterrent system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type 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
■ Certifications for the engine imm obilizer system (for vehicles sold in
U.S.A.)
Vehicles with smart key system
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1 Vehicles without smart key system
FCC ID: MOZRI-20BTY
FCC ID: MOZRI-33BTY
FCC ID: WRKRI-34BTY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
■ Certifications for the engine imm obilizer system (for vehicles sold in
Canada)
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

196 2-5. Driving information
■Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components
(such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Toyota rec-
ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven \
for
over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can s\
tart
towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a
speed of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full
throttle acceleration.
■ 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......... 334
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 336
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 339
General maintenance....... 341
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 344 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 345
Hood ................................ 349
Positioning a floor jack ..... 351
Engine compartment ........ 354
Tires ................................. 368
Tire inflation pressure ...... 376
Wheels ............................. 380
Air conditioning filter......... 383
Key battery ....................... 385
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 389
Light bulbs........................ 399

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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
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners. Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
● Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
● Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
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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Maintenance and care
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Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
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 prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
● 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.
● To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
■ 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.