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9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 550
Fuel information ................ 560
Tire information ................. 563
9-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 576
9-3.  Items to initialize Items to initialize................ 583
Reporting safety defects  for U.S. owners ........................ 586
Seat belt instructions  for Canadian owners 
(in French) ............................... 587
SRS airbag instructions  for Canadian owners 
(in French) ............................... 589 What to do if... 
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 600
Alphabetical index ...................... 606
9Vehicle specifications
10For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation system or Entune Audio Plus, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER'S MAN-
UAL” for information regarding the navigation system or Entune
Audio Plus. 
     
        
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15Pictorial index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 196
Precautions against winter season  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 221
Fuel filler door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 198
Refueling method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 198
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 552
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 454
Tire size/inflation pressure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 558
Winter tires/tire chain  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 221
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system
*1 . . . . . . . P. 454
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 520
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 437
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 437
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 552
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 543
Headlights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 188
Front turn signal/parking lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 188
Front fog lights
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 195
Front side marker lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 188
Turn signal lights
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 186
Stop/tail lights/rear side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 188
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 176, 178, 180, 184
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 188
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving  
(Replacing method: P. 475, Watts: P. 559)
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with a drive monitor display
*3: Vehicles with a multi-information display
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732. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 498)*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light 
(P. 499)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 498)*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light 
(P. 499)
*1, 2Charging system warn-
ing light ( P. 498)*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 499)
*1, 2
Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 498)*2, 4
(Yellow)
Cruise control indicator
light (P. 500)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 499)*1
Slip indicator ( P. 499)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp (P. 499)*2, 3
(Yellow)
Smart key system indi-
cator light ( P. 499)
*1, 2High engine coolant
temperature warning
light (P. 498)*2Open door warning light 
(P. 500)
*1SRS warning light 
(P. 499)Low fuel level warning
light ( P. 500) 
     
        
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1193-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)n
Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected,
preventing the smart key system, wireless remote control and engine immobi-
lizer system from operating properly. (Ways of coping:  P. 535)
l When the electronic key battery is depleted
l Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
l When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
l When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
l When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
l If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
l When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices 
     
        
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1564-1. Before driving
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NOTICE
nIf you get a flat tire while driving 
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
lIt may be difficult to control your vehicle.
l The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
l The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 520)
n When encounterin g flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
l Engine stalling
l Short in electrical components
l Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
l Brake function
l Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, transaxle fluid, etc.
l Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 
     
        
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Driving
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4-6. Driving tips
lUse fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures. 
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
l Have a service technician ins pect the condition of the battery.
l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following accordin g to the driving conditions: 
l Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing. 
l To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield. 
l Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, ve hicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
l Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. 
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle 
     
        
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2475-4. Playing audio CDs and MP3/WMA discs
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Audio system
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NOTICE
nDiscs and adapters that cannot be used
Do not use the following types of discs. 
Also, do not use 3 in. (8 cm) disc adapters, Dual Discs or printable discs.
Doing so may damage the player and/or disc insert/eject function.
lDiscs that have a diameter that is not 4.7 in. (12 cm).
l Low-quality or deformed discs.
l Discs with a transparent or translucent recording area.
l Discs that have tape, stickers or CD-R labels attached to them, or that
have had the label peeled off.
n Player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the discs or
the player itself.
lDo not insert anything other than discs into the disc slot.
l Do not apply oil to the player.
l Store discs away from direct sunlight.
l Never try to disassemble any part of the player. 
     
        
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3145-15. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs (Multimedia system)
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM12J84U)
NOTICE
nDiscs and adapters that cannot be used
Do not use the following types of CDs. 
Also, do not use 3 in. (8 cm) CD adapters, Dual Discs or printable discs.
Doing so may damage the CD player and/or the CD insert/eject function.
lDiscs that have a diameter that is not 4.7 in. (12 cm).
l Low-quality or deformed discs.
l Discs with a transparent or translucent recording area.
l Discs that have tape, stickers or CD-R labels attached to them, or that
have had the label peeled off.
n Player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the discs or
the player itself.
lDo not insert anything other than discs into the disc slot.
l Do not apply oil to the player.
l Store discs away from direct sunlight.
l Never try to disassemble any part of the player.