2001 Toyota Corolla Owners Manual

Checking power steering fluid

If hot O.K.

Close

If cold O.K.

Open

If cold add

If hot add

III.

Check the fluid level through the reser- voir. If necessary, add automatic trans- mission fluid DEXRON(cid:3) II or If the vehicle has been driven around 80
km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is hot (60(cid:2)C—80(cid:2)C or 140(cid:2)F—175(cid:2)F). You may also check the level when the fluid is temperature, 10(cid:2)C—30(cid:2)C or 50(cid:2)F—85(cid:2)F) if the engine has not been run for about five hours.

(about

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Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid is cold, the level should be in the “COLD” range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level should be in the “HOT” range. If the level is at the low side of either range, add automatic fluid DEXRON(cid:3) II or III to bring the level within the range. To remove the reservoir cap, turn it coun- terclockwise and it, turn it clockwise. After replacing the reser- voir cap, visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.

lift up. To reinstall

transmission

CAUTION

The reservoir tank may be hot so be careful not to burn yourself.

NOTICE

Avoid overfilling, or the power steer- ing could be damaged.

Checking tire pressure

Keep your tire pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the vehicle capacity weight are given in Section 8. They are also on the tire pressure label as shown. You should check the tire pressures every two weeks, or at least once a month. And don’t forget the spare! Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire life and make your vehicle less safe to drive.

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the

results

tire pressure

tire pressure

is excessively

Low in excessive wear, poor handling, reduced fuel econo- my, and the possibility of blowouts from overheated tires. Also, low tire pressure can cause poor sealing of the tire bead. If low, there is the possibility of wheel deforma- tion and/or tire separation. High tire pressure produces a harsh ride, handling problems,excessive wear at the center of the tire tread, and a greater possibility of tire damage from road haz- ards. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. The following instructions for checking tire pressure should be observed: (cid:1) The pressure should be checked only when the tires are cold. If your ve- hicle has been parked for at least 3
hours and has not been driven for more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you will get an accurate cold tire pressure reading.

(cid:1) Always use a tire pressure gauge. The appearance of a tire can be mis- leading. Besides, that are even just a few pounds off can degrade ride and handling.

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(cid:1) Take special care when adding air to the compact spare tire. The smaller tire size can gain pressure very quick- ly. Add compressed air in small quanti- ties and check the pressure often until it reaches the specified pressure.

(cid:1) Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure after driving. It is normal for the tire pressure to be higher after driving.

(cid:1) Never exceed

the vehicle capacity weight. The passenger and luggage weight should be located so that the vehicle is balanced.

(cid:1) Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage. If the caps have been lost, have new ones put on as soon as possible.

Checking and replacing tires

Tread wear indicator

CHECKING YOUR TIRES Check the tires tread for the tread wear indicators. If the indicators show, re- place the tires. The tires on your Toyota have built–in tread wear indicators to help you know when the tires need replacement. When the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06
in.) or less, the indicators will appear. If you can see the indicators in two or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be re- placed. The lower the tread, the higher the risk of skidding. The effectiveness of snow tires is lost if the tread wears down below 4 mm (0.16 in.).

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Check the tires regularly for damage such as cuts, splits and cracks. If any damage is found, consult with a techni- cian and have the tire repaired or re- placed. Even if the damage does not appear seri- ous, a qualified technician should examine the damage. Objects which have pene- trated the tire may have caused internal damage. Any tires which are over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified techni- cian even if damage is not obvious. Tires deteriorate with age even have never or seldom been used. This applies also to the spare tire and tires stored for future use. REPLACING YOUR TIRES When replacing a tire, use only the same size and construction as original- ly installed and with the same or great- er load capacity. Using any other size or type of tire may seriously affect handling, ride, speedome- ter/odometer calibration, ground clearance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains.

they

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Rotating tires

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not mix radial, bias belted, or bias–ply tires on your vehicle. It can cause dangerous handling char- acteristics, resulting in loss of con- trol.

(cid:1) Do not use tires or wheels other recom-

the manufacturer’s

than mended size.

Vehicles with compact spare tire

tire

Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both front or rear tires be re- placed as a set. See “If you have a flat tire” in Section 4
for tire change procedure. When a is replaced, should always be balanced. An unbalanced wheel may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Wheels can get out of balance with regular use and should therefore be balanced occasionally. When replacing a tubeless tire, the air valve should also be replaced with a new one.

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Vehicles without compact spare tire

“Scheduled

To equalize the wear and help extend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your tires according to the main- tenance schedule. (For scheduled main- tenance information, please refer to the separate Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supple- ment”.). However, the most appropriate timing for tire rotation may vary ac- cording to your driving habits and road surface conditions. See “If you have a flat tire” in Section 4
for tire change procedure. When for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu- ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im- proper wheel alignment, out–of–balance wheels, or severe braking.

tires, check

rotating

CAUTION

Do not include a compact spare tire when rotating the tires. It is designed for temporary use only.

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Installing snow tires and chains WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS Snow tires or chains are recommended when driving on snow or ice. On wet or dry roads, conventional tires provide better traction than snow tires. SNOW TIRE SELECTION If you need snow tires, select the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota. Do not use tires other than those men- tioned above. Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for possible restrictions. SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION Snow tires should be installed on all wheels. Installing snow tires on the front wheels only can lead to an excessive difference in road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could cause loss of vehicle control. When storing removed tires you should store them in a cool dry place. Mark the direction of rotation and be sure to install them in the same direction when replac- ing.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not drive with the snow tires

incorrectly inflated.

(cid:1) Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)

with any type of snow tires.

TIRE CHAIN SELECTION Use the tire chains of correct size and type. Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains except radial cable chains or V–bar type chains. Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check them before installing chains. CHAIN INSTALLATION Install the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Do not use tire tires. Retighten chains on chains after km (1/4—1/2 mile). When installing chains on your tires, care- fully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer.

rear driving

0.5—1.0

the

If wheel covers are used, they will be scratched by the chain band,so remove the covers before putting on the chains.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or recom- is

the chain manufacturer’s mended speed lower.

limit, whichever

(cid:1) Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the vehicle to bounce.

(cid:1) Avoid sharp turns or locked–wheel braking, as use of chains may ad- versely affect vehicle handling.

NOTICE

Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the compact spare tire, as it may re- sult in damage to the vehicle as well as the tire.

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Replacement with used wheels is not rec- ommended as they may have been sub- jected to rough treatment or high mileage and could fail without warning. Also, bent wheels which have been straightened may have structural damage and therefore should not be used. Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire.

Replacing wheels WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS If you have wheel damage such as bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the wheel should be replaced. If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the tire may slip off the wheel or cause loss of handling control. WHEEL SELECTION When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that the wheels are re- placed by ones with the same load ca- pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset. This must be observed on compact spare tires, too. Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom- eter calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear- ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis.

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Aluminum wheel precautions aluminum wheels, (cid:1) When check tight after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).

the wheel nuts are

installing that

repaired, or (cid:1) If you have changed your the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1600 km (1000 miles).

rotated, tires, check

that

(cid:1) When using tire chains, be careful not

to damage the aluminum wheels.

(cid:1) Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and for your aluminum

wrench designed wheels.

(cid:1) When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.

(cid:1) As with any wheel, periodically check your aluminum wheels for damage. If damaged, replace immediately.

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SECTION 7– 3

DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses Adding washer fluid Replacing light bulbs

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Checking battery condition— —Precautions

CAUTION

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas. (cid:1) Do not cause a spark from the bat-

tery with tools.

(cid:1) Do not smoke or light a match near

the battery.

The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid. (cid:1) Avoid contact with eyes, skin or

clothes.

(cid:1) Never ingest electrolyte. (cid:1) Wear protective safety glasses when

working near the battery.

(cid:1) Keep children away from the bat-

tery.

EMERGENCY MEASURES (cid:1) If electrolyte gets

in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately immediate medical attention. If possible, con- tinue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medi- cal office.

and get

(cid:1) If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately.

(cid:1) If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a possibility of its soaking through to your skin, so immediate- ly take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above, if nec- essary.

(cid:1) If you accidentally swallow electro- lyte, drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magne- sia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go immediately for emer- gency help.

—Checking battery exterior

Terminals

Ground cable

Hold–down clamp

Check the battery for corroded or loose terminal connections, cracks, or loose hold–down clamp. a. If the battery is corroded, wash it off with a solution of warm water and bak- ing soda. Coat the outside of the termi- nals with grease to prevent further cor- rosion.

b. If the terminal connections are loose, their clamp nuts—but do not

tighten overtighten.

c. Tighten

the hold–down clamp only enough to keep the battery firmly in place. Overtightening may damage the battery case.

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—Checking battery fluid

NOTICE

Type A

(cid:2) Be sure the engine and all accesso- ries are off before performing main- tenance.

(cid:2) When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal (“–” mark) first and rein- stall it last.

(cid:2) Be careful not to cause a short cir-

cuit with tools.

(cid:2) Take care no solution gets into the

battery when washing it.

Green

Dark

Clear or light yellow

Type B

Blue

White

Red

CHECKING BY HYDROMETER Check hydrometer color.

the battery condition by

the

Hydrometer color

Type A

Type B

Green

Blue

Dark

White

Clear or light yellow

Red

Condition Condition

Good

Charging necessary. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Have battery checked by your Toyota dealer.

Battery recharging precautions During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable.

2. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them.

is off when connecting

CAUTION

(cid:1) Always charge the battery in an un- confined area. Do not charge the battery in a garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventila- tion.

(cid:1) Only do a slow charge (5 A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may ex- plode, causing personal injuries.

NOTICE

Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.

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Checking and replacing fuses

Type A

Good

Blown

Type B

Good

Blown

Type C

Good

Blown

If the headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced. See “Fuse locations” in Section 7–1 for locations of the fuses. Turn the ignition switch and inoperative component off. Pull a suspected fuse straight out and check it. Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. See Section 8 of this manual for the functions controlled by each circuit.

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Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull–out tool. The location of the pull–out tool is shown in the illustration. If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good. If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse into the clip. Only install a fuse with the amperage rat- ing designated on the fuse box lid. If you do not have a spare fuse, in an emergency you can pull out the “A/C” or “S–HTR” fuse, which may be dispensable for normal driving, and use its amperage rating is the same. If you cannot use one of the same amper- age, use one that is lower, but as close as possible to, the rating. If the amperage is fuse might blow out again but this does not indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute to its original clip. It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your ve- hicle for emergencies.

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the new

If fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical sys- tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible.

CAUTION

Never use a fuse with a higher am- perage rating, or any other object, in place of a fuse. This may cause ex- tensive damage and possibly a fire.

Adding washer fluid If any washer does not work or low windshield washer fluid level warning light comes on, the washer tank may be empty. Add washer fluid. You may use plain water as washer fluid. in cold areas where tempera- However, tures freezing point, use fluid containing antifreeze. This washer product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.

range below

NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may dam- age your vehicle’s paint.

following

illustrations show how

Replacing light bulbs— The to gain access to the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and light switch are off. Use bulbs with the wattage ratings given in the table.

CAUTION

Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special handling. They can burst or shatter if scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of a bulb with bare hands.

NOTICE

Only use a bulb of the listed type.

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—Headlights

Bulb No. —

168

W Type

4.9

W Type

Light bulbs

Interior light

Trunk light

Light bulbs

Headlights (high beam)

Headlights (low beam)

Front fog lights

Parking/front side marker/front turn signal lights

Rear side marker lights

Rear turn signal lights

Bulb No.

9005

9006

—

60

51

55

3157NA

27/8

194

3.8

3156

27

Stop/tail lights

3157

27/8

921

194

921

18

3.8

18

—

10

192

4.3

Back–up lights

License plate lights

High mounted stoplight

Personal light (with electric moon roof)

Personal lights (without electric moon roof)

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A: HB3 halogen bulbs B: HB4 halogen bulbs C: H3 halogen bulbs D: Single end bulbs E: Wedge base bulbs F: Double end bulbs

1. Open the hood.

RIGHT–HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the bolts and the relay block.

take out

the relay block

Put place other than on the engine.

in

the appropriate

NOTICE

Do not place the relay block on the engine.

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2. LEFT–HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the clip and take out the upper cover of the air cleaner duct unit from the lower base as shown in the illustra- tion.

Remove and shown in the following illustrations.

install

the cover clip as

Removing clip: Use a flat–bladed screw- driver or equivalent

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3. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle as shown.

4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb base.

Install a new bulb.

5. Install the bulb base by turning it clockwise to the front of the vehicle. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.

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—Front fog lights

1. Loosen the retainer nut and take out

the beam unit.

2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and

remove it.

3. Disconnect the cords.

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—Parking/front side marker/ front turn signal lights

4. Release

the bulb retaining spring and remove the bulb. Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring.

To install the bulb, align the cutouts of the bulb with the protrusions of the mounting hole.

5. Connect the cords and

install the

cover by turning it clockwise.

6. Install the fog light and tighten the

nut.

Use a Phillips–head screwdriver.

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—Rear side maker, rear turn signal, and stop/tail lights

Remove and install the clips as shown in the following illustrations.

Removing clips (type A): Use a flat–bladed screwdriver or equivalent.

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Removing clips (type B): Use a Phillips– head screwdriver.

a: Stop/tail light b: Rear turn signal light c: Rear side marker light

Installing clips (type B)

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—Back–up lights

—License plate lights (left side)

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—License plate lights (right side)

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—High mounted stoplight

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