1894-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)■
Automatic light off system
Vehicles without a smart key system
● When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 sec-
onds after the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and a
door is opened and closed. (Vehicles with a wireless remote control: The
lights turn off immediately if on the key is pressed after all the doors
are locked.)
● When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and the driver’s
door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to “ON” position, or turn the
light switch off once and then back to or .
If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept open, the lights automatically turn off
after 20 minutes.
Vehicles with a smart key system
● When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 sec-
onds after the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off
and a door is opened and closed. (The lights turn off immediately if on
the key is pressed after all the doors are locked.)
● When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off and the driver’s
door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, or
turn the light switch off once and then back to or .
If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept open, the lights automatically turn off
after 20 minutes.
■ Light reminder buzzer
Vehicles without a smart key system
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to “LOCK” position and the
driver's door is opened while the lights are turned on.
Vehicles with a smart key system
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off or turned to ACCES-
SORY mode and the driver's door is opened while the lights are turned on.
1904-3. Operating the lights and wipers
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)■
Battery-saving function
In the following conditions, the headlights and the other remaining lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle battery
from being discharged:
●The headlights and/or tail lights are on.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: The engine switch is turned to ACCES-
SORY mode or turned off.
This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:
● Vehicles without a smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to
the “ON” position.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to IGNI-
TION ON mode.
● When the light switch is operated
● When the door or trunk is opened or closed
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 570)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.
1914-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
*1 or *2
Turns the front fog lights
off
Turns the front fog lights
on
*1:For U.S.A.
*2: For Canada
■Fog lights can be used when
The headlights are on in low beam.
Fog light switch
: If equipped
The fog lights secure excellent visi bility in difficult driving con-
ditions, such as in rain and fog.
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2
1924-3. Operating the lights and wipers
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows. When
intermittent windshield wiper operati on is selected, the wiper interval
can be also adjusted.
*1 or *2
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
*1 or *2
Low speed windshield
wiper operation
*1 or *2
High speed windshield
wiper operation
*1 or *2
Temporary operation
*1:For U.S.A.
*2: For Canada
Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is
selected.
Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
*3
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
*3
*3: The interval adjuster may not beequipped depending on the grade.
Windshield wipers and washer
Operating the wiper lever
1
2
3
4
5
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1934-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer
squirts.
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
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CAUTION
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged\
.
4167-1. Maintenance and care
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
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 coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the
paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with 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 to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■ To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and then the passenger side. When returning the
wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.
4267-2. Maintenance
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors/trunk• Do the doors/trunk operatesmoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock systemwork properly?
Fluid leaks
• There should not be any signs offluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflation pressure cor-rect?
• The tires should not be dam- aged or excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated
according to the maintenance
schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be
loose.
Windshield wipers
• The wiper blades should not show
any signs of cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield without streaking or
skipping.
CAUTION
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.
611Alphabetical index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Vanity mirrors .......................... 403
Vehicle data recording ................ 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 544
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 211
Voice command system.......... 376
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 211
Warning buzzers Brake system ....... ................. 491
Downshifting ......................... 179
Electric power steering ......... 492
Key reminder ........ 162, 496, 506
Open door ............................. 493
Open moon roof .................... 505
Open trunk ............................ 503
Seat belt reminder ................ 493
Warning lights............................ 73 ABS....................................... 492
Brake system ....... ................. 491
Charging system ................... 491
Cruise control........................ 493
High engine coolant temperature ........................ 491
Low engine oil pressure ........ 491
Low fuel level ........................ 493
Low windshield washer fluid ..................................... 493
Maintenance required reminder ............................. 494
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 492
Master warning light.............. 493 Open door............................. 493
Seat belt reminder light......... 493
Slip indicator ......................... 492
Smart key system ................. 492
SRS ...................................... 492
Tire pressure ........................ 493
Warning messages.................. 503
Washer ..................................... 192 Checking............................... 447
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 216
Switch ................................... 192
Washing and waxing ............... 414
Weight ...................................... 544
Wheels ...................................... 459 Replacing.............................. 459
Size....................................... 552
Window glasses ...................... 133
Window lock switch ................ 133
Windows................................... 133 Power windows..................... 133
Rear window defogger ..................... 381, 389
Windshield wipers ................... 192 Intermittent wiper .................. 192
Winter driving tips ................... 216
Wireless remote control ........... 93 Battery-Saving Function ....... 114
Locking/Unlocking .......... 97, 107
Replacing the battery............ 463
WMA disc ......................... 232, 302
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