2018 TOYOTA COROLLA iM check oil

13Pictorial index
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 145
Precautions for winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 192
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 149
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 149
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 326
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 250
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 331
Winter tires/tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 192
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . P. 250
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 303
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 235
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 235
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 326
Coping with overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 318
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 141
Parking lights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 141
Front side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 141
Front turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 139
Stop lights/tail lights/rear side marker lights/
rear turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 139, 141
Tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 141
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 131, 137
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 141
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving

(Replacing method: P. 272, Watts: P. 332)
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1194-1. Before driving
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Driving
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
NOTICE
■If 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.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( →P. 303)
■ 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:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● 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:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, transaxle fluid, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
4-7. Driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures. • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician ins pect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand.
Perform the following accordin g to the driving conditions:
● 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.
● 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.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
● 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. Al ways drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle

2286-2. Maintenance
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (→P. 246)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? (→P. 244)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level?
(→P. 242)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? ( →P. 239)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free of for-
eign objects. (→P. 244)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (→P. 249)

2396-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oilPark the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out and
check the oil level.Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick
may differ depending on the
type of vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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2406-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)■
Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, c hecking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection →P. 327
Oil quantity
(Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
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2416-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
WARNING
■Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

3268-1. Specifications
COROLLA iM_U (OM12M42U)
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Engine
Model 1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) engine
Type4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke 3.17 × 3.48 in. (80.5 × 88.3 mm)
Displacement 109.7 cu. in. (1798 cm3)
Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment
Valve clearance (engine
cold)Automatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel type
Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)14.0 gal. (53 L, 11.7 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill
⎯
reference
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With filter
Without filter 4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. qt.)
4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp. qt.)