
5639-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between compo-
nents in the bead
Tire related termMeaning

5649-1. Specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at alternate
angles substantially less than 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread
CarcassThe tire structure, except tread and sidewall
rubber which, when inflated, bears the load
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or
sidewall
CordThe strands forming the plies in the tire
Cord separationThe parting of cords from adjacent rubber
compounds
CrackingAny parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner-
liner of the tire extending to cord material
CT
A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire
and rim system in which the rim is designed
with rim flanges pointed radially inward and
the tire is designed to fit on the underside of
the rim in a manner that encloses the rim
flanges inside the air cavity of the tire
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
GrooveThe space between two adjacent tread ribs
Innerliner
The layer(s) forming the inside surface of a
tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium
within the tire
Innerliner separationThe parting of the innerliner from cord material
in the carcass
Intended outboard
sidewall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering, or bears manufac-
turer, brand, and/or model name molding
that is higher or deeper than the same
molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asym-
metrical tire that has a particular side that
must always face outward when mounted
on a vehicle
Tire related termMeaning

5659-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as pri-
marily intended for use on lightweight trucks
or multipurpose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry
for a given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which
a tire may be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical
dimension requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall,
or innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-
vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-
tive bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars,
multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks,
that have a gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that,
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
Tire related termMeaning

5669-1. Specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
*: Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for
various designated seating capacities
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-
vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-
tive bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and
bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the
cord material in the sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or
greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E-
1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when
using the snow traction test as described in
ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for
Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight
Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and
which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( )
on at least one sidewall
Test rim
The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and
may be any rim listed as appropriate for use
with that tire
TreadThat portion of a tire that comes into contact
with the road
Tread ribA tread section running circumferentially
around a tire
Tread separationPulling away of the tread from the tire carcass
Treadwear indicators
(TWI)The projections within the principal grooves
designed to give a visual indication of the
degrees of wear of the tread
Wheel-holding fixtureThe fixture used to hold the wheel and tire
assembly securely during testing
Tire related termMeaning

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Vehicle specifications
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
9-3. Items to initialize
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as maintenance being performed on the
vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required
(U.S.A. only)• After the maintenance is per-
formedP. 419
Tire pressure warning sys-
tem (if equipped)
• When changing the tire
size
• When changing the tire
inflation pressure by
changing traveling speed
or load weight, etc.
P. 4 4 6

598What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
(→P. 513)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. (→P. 539)
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

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”.

602Alphabetical index
COROLLA_TMMMS_TMMC_U (OM02494U)
Emergency flashers ................ 474
Engine....................................... 544
ACCESSORY mode ............. 178
Compartment ........................ 433
Engine switch................ 173, 176
Hood ..................................... 429
How to start the
engine......................... 173, 176
Identification number ............ 543
If the engine will not start ...... 525
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 173, 176
Overheating .......................... 535
Engine coolant ......................... 437
Capacity ................................ 546
Checking ............................... 437
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 268
Engine coolant temperature
gauge.................................. 79, 88
Engine immobilizer system ...... 67
Engine oil ................................. 434
Capacity ................................ 544
Checking ............................... 434
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 268
Engine switch .................. 173, 176
Entune Audio ........................... 277
Audio input ............................ 276
AUX port/USB
port ..................................... 276
Bluetooth
® audio................... 324
CD player .............................. 294
iPod....................................... 300
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 294
Optimal use........................... 291
Portable music player ........... 276
Radio .................................... 292
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 342
USB memory ........................ 305
Entune Audio Plus
*
Entune Premium Audio*
EPS
(Electric Power Steering) ..... 262
Function ................................ 262
Warning light......................... 485
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire...... 513
Floor mats .................................. 24
Fluid
Brake .................................... 549
Continuously variable
transmission ....................... 548
Washer ................................. 443
Front interior light ................... 389
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 47
Front seats ............................... 132
Adjustment............................ 132
Cleaning ............................... 415
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Head restraints ..................... 136
Seat heaters ......................... 387
Front turn signal lights ........... 193
Replacing light bulbs ............ 468
Turn signal lever ................... 193
Wattage ................................ 551
Fuel ........................................... 206
Capacity................................ 544
Fuel gauge........................ 79, 88
Fuel pump shut off system ... 483
Information............................ 552
Refueling .............................. 206
Type.............................. 544, 552
Warning light......................... 485
Fuel filler door ......................... 206
Refueling .............................. 206
Fuel pump shut off system..... 483
Fuses ........................................ 462
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