2016 TOYOTA COROLLA key

4367-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
CAUTION
nWhen working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Vehicles without a smart key system: Be sure the engine switch is off. With
the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may automat-
ically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( P. 448)
Vehicles with a smart key system: Be sure the engine switch is off. With the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automat-
ically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( P. 448)
n Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
nIf you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

4507-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Check the battery as follows.
nBattery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
n Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
lIf recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
l Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.
n After recharging/reconnecting the ba ttery (vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem)
l Unlocking the doors using the smart key system may not be possible imme-
diately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
l Start the engine with the engine switch in ACCESSORY mode. The engine
may not start with the engine switch turned off. However, the engine will
operate normally from the second attempt.
l The engine switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the battery is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the engine switch mode to the status it was in
before the battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off the engine
before disconnect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery
if the engine switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Toyota
dealer.
Battery
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4567-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)n
How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the engine switch off.
Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. ( P. 558)
Make sure to adjust the tire pressu re to the specified cold tire infla-
tion pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate
based on this pressure level.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a
smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart
key system).
Press and hold the tire pres-
sure warning reset switch
until the tire pressure warn-
ing light blinks slowly 3 times.
Vehicles without a smart key syst em: Wait for a few minutes with
the engine switch in the “ON” position and then turn the engine
switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Wait for a few minutes with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode and then turn the engine
switch off.
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Maintenance and care
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
lFlathead screwdriver
l Small flathead screwdriver
l Lithium battery CR2016 (vehicles without a smart key system), or
CR2032 (vehicles with a smart key system)
Vehicles without a smart key system
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
To prevent the buttons from being
disassembled, face the button sur-
face downward.
Remove the module.
Wireless remote control/electronic key
batter y
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: If equipped
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery
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4707-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Open the case cover using a
coin protected with tape etc.
and remove the depleted bat-
tery using a small flathead
screwdriver.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.
Vehicles with a smart key system
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.
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Maintenance and care
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
nUse a CR2016 (vehicles without a sm art key system) or CR2032 (vehicles
with a smart key system) lithium battery
l Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
l Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.
l Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
n If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
lThe smart key system (if equipped) and wireless remote control will not
function properly.
l The operational range will be reduced.
CAUTION
n Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
nFor normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
lAlways work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
l Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
l Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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8When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 488
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 489 8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 491
If you think something is wrong .............................. 496
Fuel pump shut off system ............................ 497
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 498
If a warning message or indicator is
displayed ......................... 510
If you have a flat tire.......... 520
If the engine will not start ................................. 532
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 534
If the electronic key does not operate
properly ........................... 535
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 538
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 543
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................... 547

4898-1. Essential information
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
Vehicles without a smart key
system: Stop the engine by
turning the engine switch to the
“ACC” position.
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: To stop the engine, press
and hold the engine switch for 2
consecutive seconds or more,
or press it briefly 3 times or
more in succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, st op the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:
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Press and hold for 2 seconds or
more, or press briefly 3 times or more
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