Name: Toyota 1997 Corolla
Brand: Toyota
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listing that follows.

"Type 2

Quick Index4
Gas Station Information4
Overview of Instruments and Controls5
Instrument Panel Overview6
Instrument Cluster Overview8
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Panel10
Keys and Doors11
Side Doors Locking12
Back Door Locking13
Power Windows14
Trunk Lid15
Lock Release Lever16
Luggage Security System (with Fold−Down Rear Seat)16
Luggage Security System (Without Fold−Down Rear Seat)17
To Open the Hood17
Theft Deterrent System18
Stopping the Alarm19
Interrupting the Alarm Setting19
Cancelling the Theft Deterrent Systeem20
Theft Deterrent System Indicator Light20
Testing the Theft Deterrent System20
Fuel Tank Cap20
Electric Sun Roof21
Seats23
Front Seats Adjustment Precautions23
Adjusting Front Seats24
Fold−Down Rear Seat25
Head Restraints25
Seat Belt Precautions26
Front Seat Belts and Rear Outside Seat Belts28
Seat Belts with an Adjustable Shoulder Anchor28
Adjust the Position of the Lap and Shoulder Belts29
Rear Center Seat Belt30
Seat Belt Extender31
SRS Airbags (for Driver and Front Passenger)33
Child Restraint Precautions42
Child Restraint System44
Built−In Child Restraint46
Types of Child Restraint System52
Installation with 2−Point Type Seat Belt53
Infant Seat Installation53
Convertible Seat Installation56
Installation with 3−Point Type Seat Belt58
Booster Seat Installation64
Top Strap Anchors and Locations66
Tilt Steering Wheel67
Outside Rear View Mirrors69
Rear View Mirror Remote Control69
Power Rear View Mirror Control70
Folding Rear View Mirrors70
Anti−Glare Inside Rear View Mirror70
Headlights and Turn Signals71
Emergency Flashers72
Instrument Panel Light Control73
Interior Light73
Personal Light74
Windshield Wipers and Washer74
Windshield Wipers and Washer (Mist Type)75
Rear Window Defogger76
Fuel Gauge77
Engine Coolant Temperature77
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge78
Tachometer78
Odometer and Trip Meter79
Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers79
Brake System Warning Light80
Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer80
Discharge Warning Light80
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light80
Checking Service Reminder Indicators81
Low Fuel Level Warning Light81
“ABS” Warning Light81
SRS Airbag Warning Light81
Ignition Switch with Steering Lock83
Automatic Transmission (3−Speed Type)84
Normal Driving85
Using Engine Braking85
Using the “2” and “L” Positions85
Backing up86
Parking86
Good Driving Practice86
Rocking Your Vehicle if Stuck86
Automatic Transmission (4−Speed Type)87
Manual Transmission90
Recommended Shifting Speeds90
If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever out of “P” Position90
Parking Brake91
Maximum Allowable Speeds91
Cruise Control92
Cancelling the Preset Speed93
Resetting at a Faster/Slower Speed93
Resuming the Preset Speed93
Cruise Control Failure Warning93
Car Audio System95
Turning the Audio System on and off96
Switching between Functions (Audio System)96
Tone and Balance96
Radio Antenna96
Using Your Audio System: Controls and Features97
Am - Fm99
Bass99
Fade99
Scan99
Treb (Treble)100
Tuning100
Seeking100
Audio System Type 2101
Dolby NR102
Prog (Program)102
PWR/VOL (Power/Volume)102
REW/FF (Rewind/Fast Forward)103
ST (Stereo Reception) Display103
Tape103
Car Audio System Operating Hints104
Illumination Control Logic104
Radio Reception104
Caring for Your Cassette Player and Tapes104
Air Conditioning System Controls106
Fan Speed Selector107
Temperature Selector107
Air Flow Selector107
Air Intake Selector108
“A/C” Button108
Air Flow Selector Settings109
Heating110
Air Conditioning110
Ventilation110
Defogging/Defrosting110
Side Vents111
Clock113
Other Equipment113
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray114
Glove Box114
Cup Holder115
Floor Mat115
Break−In Period117
Fuel117
Octane Number117
Gasolines Containing MTBE118
Gasoline Containing Alcohol118
Fuel Tank Capacity118
If Your Engine Knocks118
Three−Way Catalytic Converter119
Engine Exhaust Cautions120
Facts about Engine Oil Consumption121
Brake System122
Tandem Master Cylinder Brake System122
Brake Booster122
Anti-Lock Brake System122
Luggage Stowage Precautions124
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators124
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)125
Theft Prevention Labels126
Suspension and Chassis126
Types of Tires127
Summer Tires127
All Season Tires127
Before Starting the Engine129
How to Start the Engine - before Cranking129
Starting the Engine130
Tips for Driving in Various Conditions130
Winter Drivng Tips131
Trailer Towing132
Weight Limits132
Hitches134
Brakes and Safety Chains134
Tires134
Trailer Lights134
Break-In Schedule135
Maintenance if You Tow a Trailer135
Pre-Towing Safety Check135
Trailer Towing Tips135
How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, too137
In Case of an Emergency139
If Your Vehicle will Not Start139
Starting a Flooded Engine140
Jump Starting140
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving142
If Your Vehicle Overheats143
If You Have a Flat Tire144
Compact Spare Tire144
Required Tools and Spare Tire145
Blocking the Wheel146
Removing Wheel Ornament147
Loosening Wheel Nuts147
Positioning the Jack148
Raising Your Vehicle148
Changing Wheels149
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts149
Lowering Your Vehicle150
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament150
After Changing Wheels151
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed151
Towing Precautions151
Towing with Wheel Lift Type Truck152
Using a Flat Bed Truck152
Towing with Sling Type Truck152
Emergency Towing153
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever154
If You Lose Your Keys154
Protecting the Vehicle from Corrosion155
Appearance Care155
Washing and Waxing156
Automatic Car Wash157
Cleaning the Interior158
Maintenance and Care161
Maintenance Requirements161
Scheduled Maintenance161
General Maintenance162
Tire Surface and Wheel Nuts Check163
Tire Rotation163
Fluid Leaks163
Checks Inside the Vehicle163
Checks in the Engine Compartment164
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing?164
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance167
Engine Compartment Overview168
Fuse Locations170
Do−It−Yourself Service Precautions171
Part and Tools172
Engine and Chassis Maintenance175
Checking the Engine Oil Level175
Engine Oil Selection176
Oil Identification Marks176
Checking the Engine Coolant Level177
Checking Brake Fluid177
Coolant Type Selection177
Checking Power Steering Fluid178
Checking Tire Pressure179
Checking and Replacing Tires180
Rotating Tires181
Installing Snow Tires and Chains181
Snow Tire Selection181
Snow Tire Installation181
Replacing Wheels182
Tire Chain Selection182
Wheel Selection182
Aluminum Wheel Precautions183
Electrical Components Maintenance185
Checking Battery Condition - Precautions185
Checking Battery Exterior186
Checking Battery Fluid186
Using the Hydrometer187
Adding Distilled Water (Maintenance Type Battery Only)188
Battery Recharging Precautions188
Checking and Replacing Fuses189
Adding Washer Fluid190
Replacing Light Bulbs192
Headlights Replacement193
Parking and Front Side Marker Lights194
Front Turn Signal Lights194
Rear Turn Signal, Stop/Tail, Rear Side Marker, and Back−Up Lights195
High Mounted Stoplight196
License Plate Lights198
Specifications200
Dimensions and Weight200
Service Specifications201
Uniform Tire Quality Grading207
Treadwear207
Traction A, B, C207
Temperature A, B, C207

Brand	Toyota
Model	1997 Corolla
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Toyota 1997 Corolla User Manual

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