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Part 7

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DO-IT-YOURSELF

MAINTENANCE—

Chapter 7-1

Introduction

 Engine compartment overview

 Fuse locations

 Do-it-yourself service

precautions

 Parts and tools

New Vehicle Warranty2
Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Toyota2
Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio System3
Scrapping of Your Toyota3
Overview of Instruments and Controls4
Instrument Panel Overview5
Instrument Cluster Overview - Without Tachometer7
Instrument Cluster Overview - with a Tachometer8
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Panel9
Chapter 1-2 Keys and Doors10
Keys (Wagon)11
Side Doors11
Locking with Key11
Locking with Inside Lock Button12
Locking with Power Door Lock Switch12
Power Windows13
Locking with Rear Door Child-Protector13
Operating the Driver's Window13
Operating the Passenger's Windows14
Trunk Lid (Sedan)15
Lock Release Lever15
Luggage Security System (with Fold-Down Rear Seat)16
Luggage Security System (Without Fold-Down Rear Seat)16
Back Door (Wagon)17
Locking with Power Back Door Lock17
Hood17
Theft Deterrent System18
Setting the System18
Activating the Theft Deterrent System19
Cancelling the System19
Theft Deterrent System Indicator Light19
Testing the Theft Deterrent System19
Fuel Tank Cap20
Electric Sun Roof20
Front Seats Adjustment Precautions22
Chapter 1-3 Seats, Seat Belts, Steering Wheel and Mirrors22
Adjusting Front Seats23
Fold–Down Rear Seat (Sedan)23
Adjusting Seat Position23
Adjusting Seatback Angle23
Fold-Down Rear Seat (Wagon)24
Before Folding Rear Seat24
Folding Rear Seat25
Head Restraints26
Seat Belt Precautions26
Front Seat Belts and Rear Outside Seat Belts28
Seat Belts with an Adjustable Shoulder Anchor29
Rear Center Seat Belt30
Stowing the Rear Center Seat Belts (Wagon)31
Seat Belt Extender32
SRS Airbags (for Driver and Front Passenger)33
SRS Airbag (for Driver)38
Built-In Child Restraint42
Child Restraint- -Child Restraint Precautions42
Child Restraint System48
Child Restraint - Installation on Rear Seat Center49
Child Restraint - Installation on Rear Seat Outside52
Top Strap Anchors and Locations55
Outside Anchors56
Child Restraint - Installation of Front Seat57
Tilt Steering Wheel62
Outside Rear View Mirrors62
Rear View Mirror Remote Control62
Power Rear View Mirror Control63
Folding Rear View Mirrors63
Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror63
Headlights and Turn Signals64
Operation of Instruments and Controls64
Chapter 1-4 Lights, Wipers and Defogger64
Emergency Flashers65
Instrument Panel Light Control66
Interior Light66
Personal Light66
Luggage Compartment Light (Wagon)67
Windshield Wipers and Washer (Intermittent Type)67
Windshield Wipers and Washer (Mist Type)68
Rear Window Wiper and Washer69
Rear Window Defogger69
Fuel Gauge72
Chapter 1-5 Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators72
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge73
Tachometer73
Odometer and Trip Meter74
Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers74
Brake System Warning Light75
Seat Belt Reminder Light and Buzzer75
Discharge Warning Light75
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light/Low Fuel Level Warning Light75
“ABS” Warning Light76
Open Door Warning Light76
SRS Airbag Warning Light76
Checking Service Reminder Indicators76
Ignition Switch with Steering Lock78
Chapter 1-6 Ignition Switch, Transmission and Parking Brake78
Automatic Transmission (3-Speed Type)79
Normal Driving79
Using Engine Braking79
Maximum Allowable Speeds79
Automatic Transmission (4-Speed Type)80
Backing up80
Parking80
If You Cannot Shift the Selector Lever out of “P” Position80
Good Driving Practice82
Manual Transmission83
Parking Brake84
Cruise Control84
Turning on the Cruise Control System85
Setting at a Desired Speed85
Cancelling the Preset Speed85
Resetting at a Faster/Lower Speed85
Resuming the Preset Speed86
Cruise Control Failure Warning86
Car Audio System and Air Conditioning System88
Illumination Control Logic88
Radio88
FM Reception Tips88
Cassette Tape Player89
Station Swapping89
AM FM Radio with Electronic Tuner (Type A)90
Listening to the Radio91
Selecting a Station91
Presetting a Station91
Adjusting the Tone/Adjusting the Sound Balance91
AM FM Radio with Electronic Tuner (Type B)92
AM FM Radio with Electronic Tuner and Cassette Tape Player94
Air Conditioning Controls98
Controls and Functions (Air Conditioning)99
Heating100
Cooling100
Ventilation100
Windshield Defogging and Defrosting101
Air Flow Selection101
Operating Tips101
Heater Controls102
Side Vents105
Clock106
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray106
Chapter 1-8 Other Equipment106
Cup Holder107
Glove Box107
Luggage Cover (Wagon)108
Floor Mat109
Information before Driving Your Toyota110
Break-In Period110
Octane Number110
Fuel Type110
Casolines Containing Detergent Additives111
Gasolines Containing MTBE111
Gasolines Containing Alcohol111
Fue Tank Capacity111
Three Way Catalytic Converter112
Engine Exhaust Cautions113
Facts about Engine Oil Consumption113
Brake System114
Importance of Engine Oil Level Check114
Tandem Master Cylinder Brake System114
Brake Booster114
Anti-Lock Brake System (Vehicles with "ABS" Warning Light)115
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators116
Luggage Stowage Precautions117
Your Toyota’s Identification117
Theft Prevention Labels (Except for Canada)118
Suspension and Chassis119
Types of Tires119
Starting and Driving120
Before Starting the Engine120
How to Start the Engine120
Before Cranking120
Starting the Engine121
If the Engine Stalls121
Tips for Driving in Various Conditions121
Winter Driving Tips122
Trailer Towing123
Weight Limits123
Hitches124
Brakes and Safety Chains124
Tires125
Trailer Lights125
Break-In Schedule125
Trailer Towing Tips125
Maintenance125
When Restarting out after Parking on a Slope127
How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer, too127
In Case of an Emergency130
If Your Vehicle will Not Start- (A) Simple Checks130
Starting a Flooded Engine131
Jump Starting131
Jump-Starting Procedure132
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving133
If Your Vehicle Overheats133
If You Have a Flat Tire134
Compact Spare Tire134
Required Tools and Spare Tire135
To Remove the Spare Tire136
Blocking the Wheel137
Removing Wheel Ornament137
Loosening Wheel Nuts138
Positioning the Jack138
Raising Your Vehicle138
Changing Wheels139
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts139
Lowering Your Vehicle140
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament140
After Changing Wheels140
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed141
Towing Precautions141
Using Flat Bed Truck141
Towing with Wheel Lift Type Truck141
Emergency Towing142
Towing with Sling Type Truck142
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever143
If You Lose Your Keys143
Corrosion Prevention and Appearance Care144
Protecting Your Toyota from Corrosion144
Washing and Waxing Your Toyota145
Washing Your Toyota by Hand145
Cleaning the Interior146
Automatic Car Wash146
Waxing Your Toyota146
Vinyl Interior146
Seat Belts Cleaning147
Built-In Child Restraint Cleaning147
Windows Cleaning147
Vehicle Maintenance and Care148
Maintenance Requirements148
General Maintenance149
Tire Pressure149
Tire Rotation/Fluid Leaks149
Maintenance - Inside the Vehicle149
Outside the Vehicle149
Steering Wheel Check150
Accelerator Pedal Check150
Engine Coolant Level Check150
Battery Electrolyte Level Check/Brake Fluid Level Check150
In the Engine Compartment150
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing?151
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance152
Engine Compartment Overview (Type A)153
Engine Compartment Overview (Type B)154
Fuse Locations155
Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions156
Parts and Tools157
Checking the Engine Oil Level157
Checking the Engine Coolant Level157
Checking Brake Fluid157
Checking Power Steering Fluid158
Checking Battery Condition158
Checking and Replacing Fuses158
Adding Washer Fluid158
Engine and Chassis160
Checking the Engine Oil Level Procedure160
Engine Oil Selection161
Recommended Viscosity (SAE)161
Oil Identification Marks161
Checking the Engine Coolant Level Procedure162
Checking Brake Fluid Procedure162
Coolant Type Selection162
Checking Power Steering Fluid Procedure163
Checking Tire Pressure164
Checking and Replacing Tires165
Rotating Tires166
Installing Snow Tires and Chains166
Snow Tire Selection166
Replacing Wheels167
Tire Chain Selection167
Chain Installation167
Aluminum Wheel Precautions168
Electrical Components Maintenance170
Checking Battery Condition - Procedure170
Battery Precautions170
Emergency Measures170
Checking Battery Exterior171
Checking Battery Fluid171
Checking by the Fluid Level Lines172
Checking by the Hydrometer172
Maintenance Type Battery172
Non-Maintenance Battery172
Battery Recharging Precautions173
Adding Distilled Water (Maintenance Type Battery Only)173
To Check and Replace Fuses174
To Add Washer Fluid175
Replacing Light Bulbs175
Headlights Bulbs Replacing176
Parking and Front Side Marker Lights177
Front Turn Signal Lights178
Rear Turn Signal, Stop and Tail, Rear Side Marker, and Back-Up Lights179
High Mounted Stoplight (Sedan)181
High Mounted Stoplight (Wagon)182
License Plate Lights183
Specifications186
Dimensions and Weight186
Engine Data187
Fuel Data187
Service Specifications187
Engine Lubrication187
Oil Grade188
Cooling System Data188
Manual Transaxle Data/Automatic Transaxle Data188
Automatic Transmission Data188
Differential Data189
Brakes Data189
Steering Data189
Tires Data189
Fuses190
Reporting Safety Defects for U.s. Owners and Uniform Tire Quality Grading194

Brand	Toyota
Model	corolla 1996
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Toyota corolla 1996 User Manual

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