2016 TOYOTA COROLLA check oil

4457-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
nEngine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
lWhen the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
l If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
l When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
l When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
CAUTION
n Used engine oil
lUsed engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
l Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
l Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
nTo prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
n When replacing the engine oil
lBe careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
l Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
l Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
l Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

5529-1. Specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
*: Drive belt tension measured with Borroughs drive belt tension gauge No.BT-33-73F (used belt), lbf
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine
Model 1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE and 2ZR-FAE) engines
Type4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke 3.17  3.48 in. (80.5  88.3 mm)
Displacement 109.7 cu. in. (1798 cm3)
Drive belt tension
2ZR-FE*
143 ± 22 lbf (650 ± 100 N, 65 ± 10 kgf)
2ZR-FAE
Automatic adjustment
Valve clearance (engine
cold)
Intake
Exhaust Automatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel type
Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)13.2 gal. (50 L, 10.9 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill

reference*)
With filter
Without filter 4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. qt.)
4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp. qt.)

5559-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C):
12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all the lights turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Manual transaxle
Gear oil capacity
(Reference)2.5 qt. (2.4 L, 2.1 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil type
Use either of the following:
• “TOYOTA Genuine Manual TransmissionGear Oil LV”
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-4 and SAE
75W specifications
NOTICE
nManual transmission gear oil
Please be aware that depending on the particular characteristics of the gear
oil used or the operating conditions, idle sound, shift feeling and/or fuel effi-
ciency may be different or affected. Toyota recommends to use “TOYOTA
Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV” to achieve optimal perfor-
mance.

609Alphabetical index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Eco drive mode ........................ 179
Eco Driving Indicator ................ 92
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....................................... 215Function ................................ 215
Warning light ......................... 499
Electronic key ............................ 96 Battery-saving function ......... 118
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 535
Replacing the battery ............ 469
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 498
If a warning light turns on...... 498
If a warning message or indicator is displayed .......... 510
If the battery is discharged.... 538
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 535
If the engine will not start ...... 532
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 534
If you have a flat tire ............. 520
If you think something is wrong.................................. 496
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 547
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 489
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 491
If your vehicle overheats ....... 543 Emergency flashers ................ 488
Engine ...................................... 552
ACCESSORY mode ............. 170
Compartment ........................ 441
Engine switch ............... 165, 168
Hood ..................................... 437
How to start the engine ........................ 165, 168
Identification number ............ 551
If the engine will not start ...... 532
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 165, 168
Overheating .......................... 543
Engine coolant......................... 446
Capacity................................ 554
Checking............................... 446
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 221
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................. 77, 82
Engine immobilizer system ...... 66
Engine oil ................................. 442 Capacity................................ 552
Checking............................... 442
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 221
Engine switch .................. 165, 168
Entune Audio ................... 228, 290
Entune Audio Plus
*
EPS
(Electric Power Steering) ..... 215Function ................................ 215
Warning light......................... 499
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system or Entune Audio Plus, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL”.