2013 TOYOTA COROLLA brake fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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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
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■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
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 206, 212
ABS ........................................... 172
Air conditioning filter............... 386
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 386
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 206
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 212
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.....89
Airbag precautions for your child ......................................93
Airbag warning light............... 425
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............89
Curtain shield airbag precautions ...........................93
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............98
General airbag precautions .....93
Locations of airbags ................86
Modification and disposal of airbags ..................................97
Proper driving posture .......84, 93
Side airbag operating
conditions..............................89
Side airbag precautions ..........93
SRS airbags ............................86
Antenna..................................... 235
Anti-lock brake system............ 172
Ashtray...................................... 324
Assist grips .............................. 329
Audio input ............................... 274 Audio system
Antenna................................. 235
Audio input ............................ 274
AUX port ............................... 274
CD player/changer ................ 237
iPod ....................................... 253
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 244
Optimal use ........................... 270
Portable music player ........... 274
Radio..................................... 233
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 276
Type ...................................... 220
USB memory......................... 262
Automatic air conditioning system .................................... 206
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 139
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 450
S mode.................................. 142
AUX port ................................... 274
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 318
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 402
Wattage................................. 481
Battery Checking ............................... 367
If the vehicle has a discharged battery .............. 455
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 181
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 280
Bluetooth® phone .................... 280
Bottle holder............................. 320
Brake Fluid ...................................... 364
Parking brake ........................ 147
Brake assist.............................. 172
Break-in tips ............................. 123
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Engine
Compartment........................ 356
Engine switch ............... 131, 135
Hood ..................................... 351
How to start the
engine ........................ 131, 135
Identification number ............ 470
If the engine will not start...... 448
Ignition switch ............... 131, 135
Overheating .......................... 461
Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 477
Checking .............................. 363
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 149
Engine immobilizer system ...... 81
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 474
Checking .............................. 358
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Engine switch light ................. 308
EPS ........................................... 172
Event data recorder .................. 17 Floor mat...................................330
Fluid
Brake .....................................364
Washer ..................................369
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .............402
Switch....................................163
Wattage .................................481
Front passenger occupant classification system ..............98
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................426
Front seats Adjustment ..............................51
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............402
Switch....................................159
Wattage .................................481
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............402
Switch....................................146
Wattage .................................481
Fuel
Capacity ................................474
Fuel gauge ............................149
Fuel pump shut off system ....423
Gas station information .........532
Information ............................482
Refueling .................................77
Type ......................................474
Fuel door.....................................77
Fuel filler door ............................77
Fuel pump shut off system .....423
Fuses.........................................392F

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Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 424
Downshifting.......................... 143
Seat belt reminder ................. 426
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .......... 425
Brake assist system .............. 425
Brake system ........................ 424
Charging system .... ............... 424
Electric power steering system ................................ 425
Engine oil maintenance ......... 426
Engine oil pressure ............... 424
Low fuel level ........................ 426
Low tire pressure warning light ..................................... 426
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 425
Open door ............................. 426
Pretensioners ........................ 425
Seat belt reminder light ......... 426
Smart key system... ............... 434
SRS airbags .......................... 425
Tire pressure warning light .... 426
Washer fluid .......................... 426
Washer Checking ............................... 369
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 181
Switch.................................... 165
Washing and waxing ............... 336
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 176
Load limits ............................. 180
Weight ................................... 470
Wheels ...................................... 383
Window glasses ........................71
Window lock switch ...................71 Windows
Power windows ....................... 71
Rear window defogger .......... 219
Washer.................................. 165
Windshield wipers ................... 165
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery ............ 388
Wireless remote control .......... 36
WMA disc.................................. 244W