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5478-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
(automatic transmission or continuously variable transmission) or N
(manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some othe r material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission or continu-
ously variable transmission) or 1 or R (manual transmission) and
release the parking brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress
the accelerator pedal.
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
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3
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604What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
lThe auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. (P. 172)
lThe seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 500)
lThe brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 187)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 498, 510)
lIs the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Vehicles with a multi-information display: Check the message on the multi-
information display. ( P. 510)
lDid anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 68)
Vehicles without a smart key system
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or start the
engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine.
lWhen a warning light turns on, refer to P. 498.
lWhen a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 498, 510.
The engine switch is turned off automatically
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with a smart key system)
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with an alarm)
A warning light turns on
(vehicles with a drive monitor display)
A warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator
is displayed (vehicles with a multi-information display)
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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
E
*: For vehicles with a navigation system or Entune Audio Plus, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL”.
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616Alphabetical index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Shift lever ......... 176, 178, 180, 184Automatic transmission......... 176
Continuously variable
transmission ............... 178, 180
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 534
Manual transmission ............. 184
Shift lock system ..................... 534
Side airbags ............................... 34
Side marker lights ................... 188 Light switch ........................... 188
Replacing light bulbs..... 480, 482
Wattage ................................ 559
Side mirrors ............................. 135
Adjusting and folding ............ 135
Side turn signal lights ............. 186 Replacing light bulbs............. 485
Turn signal lever ................... 186
Wattage ................................ 559
Smart key system .................... 115
Antenna location ................... 115
Entry functions .............. 101, 110
Starting the engine................ 168
Snow tires ................................ 223
Spare tire .................................. 520 Inflation pressure .................. 558
Storage location .................... 521
Spark plug ................................ 554
Specifications .......................... 550
Speech command system
*.... 381
Speedometer ........................ 77, 82
Steering lock Column lock release ..... 166, 173
Steering lock system warning
message ............................. 516
Steering wheel ......................... 131
Adjustment ............................ 131
Audio switches
*............ 233, 292
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 482 Storage feature ........................ 404
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 547
Sun shade
Roof ...................................... 142
Sun visors ................................ 409
Switches Audio remote control switches
*................... 233, 292
Compass switch ................... 413
Cruise control switch ............ 201
“DISP” switch .................... 79, 84
Door lock switches................ 104
“ECO MODE” switch............. 179
Emergency flashers switch ................................. 488
Engine switch ............... 165, 168
Fog light switch ..................... 195
Ignition switch ............... 165, 168
Light switches ....................... 188
Moon roof switches............... 141
Outside rear view mirror switches ............................. 135
Paddle shift switches .... 181, 182
Power door lock switch ......... 104
Power window switches........ 137
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers switch ........ 387, 395
Seat heater switches ............ 417
Sport mode switch ................ 181
Talk switch
*.......................... 381
Telephone switches
*.... 267, 359
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 456
VSC OFF switch ................... 216
Window lock switch .............. 137
Windshield wiper and washer switch..................... 196