
1694-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 9 5
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 1 1 5
■Notes for the entry function
P. 1 1 6
■If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 66)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
●Vehicles with a continuously variable transmission: Check that the shift lever
is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the shift lever is displaced
out of P.
Vehicles without a multi-information display
The smart key system indicator light (green) will flash quickly.
Vehicles with a multi-information display
“SHIFT TO P POSITION TO START” will be displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
■When the steering lock cannot be released
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Press the engine switch while turning
the steering wheel left and right.
■Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.
In this case, refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning. Vehicles without a multi-information dis-
play: The smart key system indicator light
(green) will flash quickly.
Vehicles with a multi-information display:
“STEERING LOCK ACTIVE” will be dis-
played on the multi-information display.
Vehicles with a continuously variable
transmission: Check that the shift lever is
set in P. Press the engine switch while
turning the steering wheel left and right.

2134-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
■Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold for more than 3
seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The “TRAC OFF” indicator light and VSC OFF indicator light will come on.
Press again to turn the systems back on.
■When the “TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on even if the VSC OFF
switch has not been pressed
TRAC/TRC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRAC and VSC
systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate
that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally re-enabled in the following situations:
●Vehicles without a smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to
the “LOCK” position
Vehicles with a smart key system: When the engine switch is turned off
●If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will
not occur when vehicle speed increases.
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The
EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

4126-4. Other interior features
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
●Do not use seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause minor
burns or overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters off when the engine is not running.

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8When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 482
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 4838-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ......................... 485
If you think something
is wrong .......................... 490
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................ 491
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 492
If a warning message or
indicator is displayed ...... 504
If you have a flat tire.......... 514
If the engine will not
start ................................. 526
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P............. 528
If the electronic key does
not operate properly........ 529
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 532
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 537
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 540

4928-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
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.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light*3
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Low engine oil pressure warning light*3
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
and
High engine coolant temperature warning light*3
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (P. 537)
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

5378-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
●Vehicles without a multi-information display: The high engine cool-
ant temperature warning light (P. 492) comes on or a loss of
power is experienced.
Vehicles with a multi-information display: The engine coolant tem-
perature gauge (P. 82) enters the red zone or a loss of power is
experienced.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “F” and “L”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Radiator cap
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
1
2
3
1
2
4
1
2
3
4

602Alphabetical index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Child safety ................................ 52
Airbag precautions .................. 36
Battery precautions ....... 445, 536
Child restraint system ............. 53
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 30
Installing child restraints ......... 57
Moon roof precautions .......... 140
Power window lock switch .... 133
Power window precautions ... 136
Rear door child-protectors .... 101
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ............. 466
Seat belt extender
precautions ........................... 33
Seat belt precautions .............. 32
Seat heater precautions........ 411
Trunk precautions ................. 109
Child-protectors....................... 101
Cleaning ........................... 414, 417
Aluminum wheels.................. 415
Exterior ................................. 414
Interior................................... 417
Seat belts .............................. 418
Clock ......................................... 403
Condenser ................................ 442
Compass .................................. 407
Console box ............................. 399
Continuously variable
transmission .................. 174, 176
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 528
M mode ................................. 178
Cooling system ........................ 440
Engine overheating ............... 537
Cruise control .......................... 197
Cup holders.............................. 401
Curtain shield airbags ............... 34
Customizable features ............ 570Daytime running light
system.................................... 188
Defogger
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 381, 389
Rear window ................. 381, 389
Dimensions .............................. 544
Dinghy towing.................. 158, 159
Display
Drive monitor display .............. 77
Multi-information display ......... 82
Trip information................. 79, 84
Warning message ................ 504
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 428
Door lock
Doors ...................................... 97
Smart key system ................... 97
Wireless remote control .......... 97
Key ......................................... 98
Doors .......................................... 97
Automatic door locking
and unlocking systems ....... 102
Door lock .............................. 100
Door windows ....................... 133
Open door warning buzzer ... 112
Open door warning light ....... 494
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 131
Rear door child-protector ...... 101
Drive monitor display................ 77
Driving ...................................... 142
Break-in tips.......................... 145
Correct posture ....................... 26
Procedures ........................... 142
Winter drive tips .................... 216D

603Alphabetical index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Eco drive mode ........................ 175
Eco Driving Indicator ................ 89
Electric Power Steering
(EPS)....................................... 211
Function ................................ 211
Warning light ......................... 493
Electronic key ............................ 92
Battery-saving function ......... 114
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 529
Replacing the battery ............ 464
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 492
If a warning light turns on...... 492
If a warning message or
indicator is displayed .......... 504
If the battery is discharged.... 532
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 529
If the engine will not start ...... 526
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 528
If you have a flat tire ............. 514
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 490
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 540
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 483
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 485
If your vehicle overheats ....... 537Emergency flashers ................ 482
Engine ...................................... 546
Compartment ........................ 435
Engine switch ............... 161, 164
Hood ..................................... 431
How to start the
engine ........................ 161, 164
Identification number ............ 545
If the engine will not start ...... 526
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 161, 164
Overheating .......................... 537
Engine coolant......................... 440
Capacity................................ 548
Checking............................... 440
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 216
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ................................. 77, 82
Engine immobilizer system ...... 66
Engine oil ................................. 436
Capacity................................ 546
Checking............................... 436
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 216
Engine switch .................. 161, 164
EPS
(Electric Power Steering) ..... 211
Function ................................ 211
Warning light......................... 493
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