2015 TOYOTA COROLLA Maintenance

COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advices which are necessary for
driving
5Audio systemOperating the audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

TABLE OF CONTENTS6
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 414
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 417
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 420
General maintenance ........ 423
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 427
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 428
Hood.................................. 431
Positioning a floor jack ...... 433
Engine compartment ......... 435
Tires .................................. 448
Tire inflation pressure........ 456
Wheels .............................. 459
Air conditioning filter .......... 461
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 463
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 466
Light bulbs ......................... 469 8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 482
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 483
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 485
If you think something is wrong............................... 489
Fuel pump shut off system ............................. 490
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 491
If a warning message or indicator is displayed ....... 503
If you have a flat tire .......... 513
If the engine will not start ... 525
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 527
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 528
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 531
If your vehicle overheats......................... 536
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 540
7Maintenance and care8When trouble arises

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9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 544
Fuel information ................ 554
Tire information ................. 557
9-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 570
9-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize................ 577
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 580
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ............................... 581
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ............................... 583 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 594
Alphabetical index ...................... 600
9Vehicle specifications
10For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation sy stem, refer to the “Navigation Sys-
tem Owner’s Manual” for information regarding the navigation sys-
tem.

671-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of 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 immo bilizer system (vehicles without a
smart key system)
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: WRKRI-44BTY
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.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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.
■ Certifications for the engine immob ilizer system (vehicles with a smart
key system)
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
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.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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.
NOTICE
■ To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

691-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■ Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of
the following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
● The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■ Alarm-operated door lock
In the following situations, the doors are locked automatically to prevent
intruders:
●The doors are unlocked manually without the mechanical key and the alarm
is triggered.
● While the alarm is operating, the doors are unlocked manually without the
mechanical key.
●
A person inside the vehicle opens a
door, the trunk or hood, or unlocks the
vehicle using a door lock switch or inside
lock button.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked. ( P. 534)
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

742. Instrument cluster
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
*1: Vehicles without a smart key system: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after
the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction
in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off
after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a mal-
function in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn
off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: If equipped
*3: The light flashes in yellow to indicate a malfunction. The light flashesquickly in green to indicate that the steering lock has not been released.
*4: The light comes on in yellow to indicate a malfunction.
Seat belt reminder light
(P. 493)*2Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
(P. 493)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Maintenance required
reminder light ( P. 494)*1, 2
Tire pressure warning
light (P. 493)
*1, 2Master warning light
(P. 493)

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7Maintenance and care
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 414
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 417
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 420
General maintenance........ 423
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 427
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 428
Hood ................................. 431
Positioning a floor jack ...... 433
Engine compartment ......... 435
Tires .................................. 448
Tire inflation pressure ....... 456
Wheels .............................. 459
Air conditioning filter.......... 461
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 463
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 466
Light bulbs......................... 469

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COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12F00U)
7-1. Maintenance and care
●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 thoroughly
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehi cle. Start washing from the front of
the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle's paint.
● Vehicles with rear spoiler: In certain automatic car washes, the rear spoiler
may interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehicle from
being cleaned properly or result in damage to the rear spoiler.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
Cleaning and prot ecting the vehicle
exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition: