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5398-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
(continuously variable transmission) or N (manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R (continuously 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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2
3
4
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597What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
●The 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. 179)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (→P. 485)
●The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? (→P. 194)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(→P. 484, 493)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (→P. 493)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (→P. 70)
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.
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 484, 493.
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 or a warning message or indicator
is displayed
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601Alphabetical index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
Daytime running light
system .................................... 197
Defogger
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 372, 380
Rear window ................. 372, 380
Dimensions .............................. 542
Dinghy towing .................. 170, 171
Display
Multi-information display ... 79, 88
Trip information ................. 82, 89
Warning message ................ 493
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 426
Door lock
Doors .................................... 110
Smart key system ................. 110
Wireless remote control ........ 110
Key........................................ 111
Doors ........................................ 110
Automatic door locking
and unlocking systems ....... 115
Door lock............................... 113
Door windows ....................... 145
Open door warning buzzer ... 125
Outside rear view mirrors...... 143
Rear door child-protector ...... 114
Warning message ................. 493
Driving ...................................... 154
Break-in tips .......................... 157
Correct posture ....................... 26
Procedures ........................... 154
Winter drive tips .................... 268
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 240
Constant speed control
mode .................................. 248
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode....................... 244Eco drive mode........................ 184
Eco Driving Indicator .............. 101
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ...................................... 262
Function ................................ 262
Warning light......................... 485
Electronic key .......................... 104
Battery-saving function ......... 126
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 527
Replacing the battery............ 459
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds................................ 484
If a warning light turns on ..... 484
If a warning message or
indicator is displayed .......... 493
If the battery is discharged ... 530
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 527
If the engine will not start ...... 525
If you have a flat tire ............. 513
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 482
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 539
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 475
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.................................. 477
If your vehicle overheats....... 535
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*: For vehicles with Entune Premium Audio or Entune Audio Plus,
refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER'S MANUAL”.