2014 TOYOTA COROLLA transmission

5138-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
■Warning buzzer
P. 500
Once
(Vehicles with a continuously variable
transmission)
An attempt was made to start
the engine with the shift lever in
an incorrect position.
Shift the shift lever to P
and start the engine.
Once
(Vehicles with a continuously variable
transmission)
The engine switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in
a position other than P or N.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Once
(Vehicles with a continuously variable
transmission)
After the engine switch has
been turned off with the shift
lever in a position other than P,
the shift lever has been shifted
to P.
Turn the engine switch off.

(Vehicles with a continuously variable
transmission)
Power was turned off due to the
automatic power off function.
Next time when starting
the engine, increase the
engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for
approximately 5 minutes
to recharge the battery.
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5148-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
●Set the parking brake.
●Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission or continuously
variable transmission) or R (manual transmission).
●Stop the engine.
●Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 482)
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire provided.
For details about tires: P. 4 4 8
CAUTION
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle

5278-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (P. 532)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning
normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P (continuously variable transmission) or N
(manual transmission).
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal (manual transmission)
firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)
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5288-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the
“ACC” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to
ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted while
the button is pressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
(except vehicles with a manual transmission)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake
pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a sys-
tem to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted:
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5308-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Continuously variable transmission: Ensure that the shift lever is in
P and depress the brake pedal.
Manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to N and depress the
clutch pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
engine switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
engine switch will turn to IGNITION
ON mode.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the engine switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.
Vehicles without a multi-information display: Firmly depress the
brake pedal (continuously variable transmission) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission) and check that the smart key system indica-
tor light (green) turns on.
Vehicles with a multi-information display: Firmly depress the brake
pedal (continuously variable transmission) or clutch pedal (manual
transmission) and check that is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Toyota
dealer.
Starting the engine
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5318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P (continuously variable transmission) or N (manual
transmission) and press the engine switch as you normally do when stopping
the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 464)
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal (continuously variable transmission) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission) and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (P. 166)
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features P. 570)
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(P. 114)
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5408-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
(automatic transmission or continuously variable transmission) or N
(manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission or continu-
ously variable transmission) or 1 or R (manual transmission) and
release the parking brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress
the accelerator pedal.
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
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5418-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle (vehicles with a TRAC system)
Press to turn off TRAC.
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.