2016 TOYOTA COROLLA Fluid

4537-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Add washer fluid in the following
situations:
lA washer does not work.
l Vehicles with a drive monitor
display: The low windshield
washer fluid warning light (if
equipped) comes on.
( P. 500)
l Vehicles with a multi-informa-
tion display: The warning mes-
sage (if equipped) appears on
the multi-information display.
( P. 512)
Washer fluid
CAUTION
nWhen adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid
contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
n Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
n Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.

4968-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
lFluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air co nditioning after use is normal.)
l Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
l Vehicles with a drive monitor display: High engine coolant tempera-
ture warning light comes on.
l Vehicles with a multi-information display: Engine coolant tempera-
ture gauge needle continually points higher than normal.
l Changes in exhaust sound
l Excessive tire squeal when cornering
l Strange noises related to the suspension system
l Pinging or other noises related to the engine
l Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
l Appreciable loss of power
l Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
l Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
l Loss of brake effectiveness, spon gy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the follow ing symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4988-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Charging system warning light*3
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Low engine oil pressure warning light*3
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
and
High engine coolant temperature warning light*3
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. ( P. 543)
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

5008-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
(Comes on in yellow)
Cruise control indicator light*3, 6
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*2, 3
Indicates that a door or the trunk is not fully closed
 Check that all the doors and the trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 2.0 gal. (7.5
L, 1.7 Imp. gal.) or less
 Refuel the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*5
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts
 Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (war ning buzzer) turn off.
Low windshield washer fluid warning light*3, 6
Low level of washer fluid.
 Fill the tank.
Master warning light*4
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.
 P. 510
Tire pressure warning light*6
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
• Natural causes ( P. 505)
• Flat tire ( P. 520)
 Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified
level.
The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case
the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation
pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by
your Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
 Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5128-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s ManualSupplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
n Warning buzzer
P. 506
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed
(with the engine switch off, and the driver’s door
open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close the moon roof.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the washer fluid level is low.
Add washer fluid.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance according to the
driven distance on the maintenance schedule
*
should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km)
after the message has been reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required to cor-
respond to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km)
after the message has been reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the
message has been reset.)
 Perform the necessary maintenance.
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed ( P. 427)
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

5428-2. Steps to take in an emergency
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
CAUTION
nAvoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:
lMake sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
l Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
l Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
l Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
n Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:
lWhen working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
l Do not lean over the battery.
l In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
l Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
l Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
nWhen handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fan or engine drive belt.

5569-1. Specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Automatic transaxle
Fluid capacity (Reference) 6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
nAutomatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your
vehicle.
Continuously variable transaxle
Fluid capacity*7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine CVTF FE
NOTICE
nContinuously variable transaxle fluid type
Using continuously variable transaxle fluid other than “Toyota Genuine
CVTF FE” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the trans-
mission accompanied by vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s
transmission.
Clutch
Pedal free play 0.2 0.6 in. (5 15 mm)
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

5579-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30kgf) while the engine is running
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44 lbf (200 N, 20kgf)
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine
2.9 in. (74 mm)
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) engine
2.8 in. (71 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*26  9 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3