Toyota Corolla 2009 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Before driving

When driving

Interior fea-

tures

Maintenance

and care

When trouble

arises

Vehicle

specifications

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident.

Detailed vehicle information.

For owners

Index

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt instructions for Canadian owners

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

Before driving

1-1. Key information.................. 20

Keys ..................................... 20

1-2. Opening, closing

locking the doors and

trunk .................................. 22

Smart key system................. 22

Wireless remote control ....... 34

Doors.................................... 38

Trunk .................................... 43

and

1-6. Theft deterrent system....... 75

Engine immobilizer

system ................................ 75

Theft prevention labels

(for U.S.A.) ......................... 77

1-7. Safety information .............. 78

Correct driving posture ......... 78

SRS airbags ......................... 80

Front passenger occupant

classification system........... 92

Child restraint systems ......... 97

Installing child restraints ..... 101

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,

steering wheel)................. 46

Front seats ........................... 46

Rear seats............................ 49

Head restraints..................... 51

Seat belts ............................. 53

Steering wheel ..................... 61

Anti-glare inside rear view

mirror.................................. 62

Outside rear view mirrors ..... 64

1-4. Opening a

windows............................ 66

Power windows .................... 66

Moon roof ............................. 68

1-5. Refueling............................. 71

Opening the fuel tank cap .... 71

nd closing the

When driving

2-1. Driving procedures........... 112

Driving the vehicle .............. 112

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles with smart

key system) ...................... 122

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles without smart

key system) ...................... 126

Automatic transmission ...... 130

Manual transmission........... 135

Turn signal lever ................. 136

Parking brake ..................... 137

2-2. Instrument cluster ............ 138

Gauges and meters ............ 138

Indicators and warning

lights ................................. 142

Multi-information display..... 146

2-3. Operating the lights and

wipers .............................. 150

Headlight switch.................. 150

Fog light switch ................... 152

Windshield wipers and

washer .............................. 153

2-4. Using other driving

systems ........................... 155

Cruise control...................... 155

Driving assist systems ........ 158

3-2. Using the audio system ... 198

Audio system types ............ 198

Using the radio ................... 201

Using the CD player ........... 207

Playing MP3 and

WMA discs ....................... 214

Optimal use of the audio

system.............................. 222

Using the AUX adapter....... 224

Using the steering wheel

audio switches.................. 225

2-5. Driving information........... 162

Cargo and luggage ............. 162

Vehicle load limits ............... 165

Winter driving tips ............... 166

Trailer towing ...................... 170

Dinghy towing

(automatic

transmission) .................... 178

Dinghy towing

(manual transmission) ...... 179

Interior features

3-1. Using the air

conditioning system

and defogger ................... 184

Automatic air

conditioning system .......... 184

Manual air

conditioning system .......... 190

Rear window and

outside rear view mirror

defoggers.......................... 197

3-3. Using the hands-free

phone system

(for cellular phone)......... 228

Hands-free phone system

(for cellular phone)

features ............................ 228

Using the hands-free

phone system

(for cellular phone) ........... 231

Making a phone call ........... 240

Setting a cellular phone...... 244

Security and system

setup ................................ 249

Using the phone book ........ 253

3-4. Using the interior lights ... 260

Interior lights list ................. 260

• Interior light ...................... 262

• Personal lights.................. 262

• Personal/interior lights...... 263

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

3-5. Using the storage

features ........................... 264

List of storage features....... 264

• Glove box......................... 265

• Console box ..................... 265

• Cup holders...................... 267

• Auxiliary boxes................. 269

• Bottle holders ................... 271

3-6. Other interior features ..... 272

Sun visors .......................... 272

Vanity mirrors ..................... 273

Grocery bag hook............... 274

Ashtrays ............................. 275

Cigarette lighter.................. 276

Power outlet ....................... 277

Seat heaters....................... 279

Armrest............................... 281

Floor mat ............................ 282

Trunk features .................... 283

Compass ............................ 284

Maintenance and care

4-1. Maintenance and care ...... 290

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior ........... 290

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior ............ 292

4-2. Maintenance...................... 295

Maintenance

requirements .................... 295

General maintenance ......... 297

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs .......................... 300

4-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance ................... 301

Do-it-yourself service

precautions....................... 301

Hood ................................... 305

Positioning a floor jack........ 307

Engine compartment .......... 310

Tires.................................... 326

Tire inflation pressure ......... 335

Wheels................................ 339

Air conditioning filter ........... 341

Key battery ......................... 343

Checking and replacing

fuses................................. 347

Light bulbs .......................... 357

When trouble arises

Vehicle specifications

5-1. Essential information ....... 368

If your vehicle needs to

be towed ........................... 368

If you think something

is wrong ............................ 373

Fuel pump shut off system

Event data recorder ............ 375

5-2. Steps to take in an

emergency....................... 377

If a warning light turns on

or a warning buzzer

sounds... .......................... 377

If you have a flat tire............ 388

If the engine will not start .... 399

If the shift lever cannot be

shifted from P

(automatic

transmission) .................... 401

If you lose your keys ........... 402

If the electronic key does

not operate properly

(vehicles with smart

key system)....................... 403

If the battery is

discharged ........................ 405

If your vehicle overheats ..... 411

If the vehicle becomes

stuck ................................. 414

...... 374

6-1. Specifications ................... 416

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 416

Fuel information.................. 428

Tire information .................. 431

6-2. Customization................... 443

Customizable features........ 443

6-3. Initialization....................... 447

Items to initialize................. 447

For owners

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners ................ 450

Seat belt instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French)........................ 451

Index

Abbreviation list........................ 456

Alphabetical index .................... 457

What to do if... .......................... 465

P. 150

Pictorial index

P. 152

P. 136

P. 305

P. 153

P. 64

P. 150

P. 68

Exterior

Headlights (low beam)

Headlights (high beam)

Windshield wipers

Hood

Front turn signal and parking

lights

Moon roof 

Outside rear view mirrors

Front side marker lights

Front fog lights 

P. 326

P. 388

P. 425

P. 431

P. 43

Fuel filler door

P. 71

P. 136

P. 150

P. 38

Doors

Trunk

Tires

●Rotation

●Replacement

●Inflation pressure

●Information

Rear turn signal lights

Stop/tail and rear side marker lights

: If equipped

P. 265

P. 274

P. 80

P. 66

P. 80

P. 265

Pictorial index

P. 282

P. 51

P. 281

P. 53

P. 269

P. 137

P. 130, 135

P. 46

P. 267

Interior

Head restraints

Seat belts

Power window switches



Cup holders

Parking brake lever

SRS driver airbag

Auxiliary boxes

SRS front passenger airbag

Armrest 

Cup holders

Console box

SRS side airbags 

Glove box

Grocery bag hook

Floor mat

Front seats

Shift lever

P. 62

P. 262

P. 263

P. 80

P. 272

P. 273

P. 269

P. 66

P. 38

P. 39

P. 284

P. 68

Personal lights 

Personal/interior lights

Moon roof 



Auxiliary boxes 

Compass 

Interior light

SRS curtain shield airbags 

Moon roof switch 

Inside door lock button

Window lock



switch

Door lock switch 

Power window

switches 

Anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Sun visors

Vanity mirrors

: If equipped

P. 138

P. 146

P. 61

Pictorial index

P. 43

P. 150

P. 136

P. 152

P. 198

P. 153

P. 305

P. 71

P. 401

P. 276

P. 277

P. 275

P. 327

Instrument panel

Headlight switch

Turn signal lever

Fog light switch

Hood lock release lever



Gauges and meters

Multi-information display

Windshield wiper and washer switch

Emergency flasher switch

Audio system

Navigation system *

Fuel filler door opener

Trunk opener

Tilt and telescopic steering control lever

Shift lock override



button

Cigarette lighter 

Power outlet

Tire pressure warning reset switch



Ashtray 

P. 184

P. 190

P. 75

P. 279

P. 224

P. 197

P. 75

Automatic air conditioning system

Air conditioning system

AUX adapter

Manual air conditioning system

Air conditioning system

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger

switch /rear window defogger switch 

Security indicator

AUX adapter

Seat heater switches 

Security indicator

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger

switch /rear window defogger switch 

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

P. 64

P. 269

Pictorial index

P. 158

Instrument panel

VSC/TRAC off switch 

Outside rear view mirror switches

Auxiliary boxes

P. 155

P. 232

P. 126

P. 122

P. 225

P. 232

Talk switch 

Audio remote control switches*



Cruise control switch 

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system)

Telephone switches 



Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart key system)



: If equipped

: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.

This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequential multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

CAUTION

■ General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others.

Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.

Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.

■ General precaution regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key.

Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

Symbols used throughout this manual

CAUTION

NOTICE

Cautions & Notices

This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment.

Safety symbol

Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a circle with a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Before driving

1-1. Key information................ 20

Keys ................................... 20

1-2. Opening, closing and

locking the doors and

trunk................................ 22

Smart key system .............. 22

Wireless remote control ..... 34

Doors ................................. 38

Trunk.................................. 43

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors,

steering wheel)............... 46

Front seats ......................... 46

Rear seats.......................... 49

Head restraints................... 51

Seat belts ........................... 53

Steering wheel ................... 61

Anti-glare inside rear view

mirror ............................... 62

Outside rear view

mirrors.............................. 64

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows.......................... 66

Power windows .................. 66

Moon roof........................... 68

1-5. Refueling........................... 71

Opening the fuel tank

cap ................................... 71

1-6. Theft deterrent system .... 75

Engine immobilizer

system ............................. 75

Theft prevention labels

(for U.S.A.)....................... 77

1-7. Safety information ........... 78

Correct driving posture....... 78

SRS airbags....................... 80

Front passenger occupant

classification system ........ 92

Child restraint systems....... 97

Installing child

restraints ........................ 101

1-1. Key information

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Vehicles with smart key system

Electronic keys

• Operating the smart key

system (P. 22)

• Operating the wireless

remote control function (P. 34)

Mechanical keys

Key number plate

Vehicles without smart key system (type A)

Master keys

Operating the wireless remote control function (P. 34)

Vale t key

Key number plate

Vehicles without smart key system (type B)

Master keys (black)

Valet key (gray)

Key number plate

Keys

1-1. Key information

NOTICE

Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart key system)

Take out the mechanical key.

After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted or the entry function does not operate properly, you will need the mechanical key. (P. 403)

■ When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant

Set the trunk opener cancelling system. (P. 44) Vehicles with smart key system: Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the electronic key only. Vehicles without smart key system: Carry the master key for your own use and leave the valet key only with the attendant.

■ Key number plate

Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key is lost, a new key can be made by your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (P. 402)

Before driving

■ To prevent key damage

● Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high tempera-

tures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.

● Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate-

rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.

● Do not disassemble the electronic key.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the

electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.

(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)

Locks and unlocks the doors (P. 2 3 ) Unlocks the trunk (P. 2 3 ) Starts the engine (P. 122)

Smart key system (if equipped)

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Locking and unlocking the doors (front door handles only)

Press the lock button to lock the door.

Grip the handle to unlock the door.

Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle.

The door cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the door is locked.

Before driving

Unlocking the trunk

Press the button to unlock the trunk.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Antenna location and effective range

■ Antenna location

Antennas outside the cabin

Antenna outside the trunk

Antenna inside the trunk

Antennas inside the cabin

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■ Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is

detected)

When locking or unlocking

the doors

The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of either of the outside front door handles. (Only the doors detecting the key can be operated.)

When starting the engine

or changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes

The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the vehicle.

Before driving

When unlocking the trunk

The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of the trunk release button.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■ Operation signals

A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)

■ Conditions affecting operation

The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 403)

● When the electronic key battery is depleted

● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-

play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise

● When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other

wireless communication devices

● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following

metallic objects

• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached

• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside

• Metallic wallets or bags

• Coins

• Hand warmers made of metal

• Media such as CDs and DVDs

● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity

● When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following

devices that emit radio waves

• Another vehicle's electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves

• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)

• Digital audio players

• Portable game systems

● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to

the rear window

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

STEP

Unlocking doors Beep

Hold the driver's door handle to unlock only the driver's door.

Exterior: Beeps three times Interior: Pings once

Hold the front passenger's door handle to unlock all doors

Hold either front door handle to unlock all doors

Exterior: Beeps twice Interior: Pings once

■ Switching the door unlock function

It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks.

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.

When the indicator on the key surface is off, press and

hold , , or for approximately 5 seconds while

pressing on the key.

The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below. (When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5 seconds, and repeat step 2.)

■ Battery-saving function

In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to prevent the vehicle and electronic key batteries from discharging.

● When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more

● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of

the vehicle for 10 minutes or more

The system will resume operation when...

● The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch.

● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control func-

tion. (P. 34)

● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. (P. 403)

Before driving

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

■ Electronic key battery depletion

● The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.

● The battery becomes depleted even if the electronic key is not used

because the key always transmits radio waves. If the smart key system or the wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 343)

● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.

(1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:

•TVs

• Personal computers

• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones

• Table lamps

■ To operate the system properly

Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside of the vehicle.

Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not function.)

■ Note for the smart key system

● Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection

areas), the system may not operate properly in the following cases.

• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.

• The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to the rear bumper center when the trunk is unlocked.

• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, package tray, floor, or in the auxiliary box of the driver's side instrument panel or glove box when the engine is started or “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes are changed.

● As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may

be locked or unlocked by anyone.

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

● Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to

start the engine if the electronic key is near the window.

● The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door

handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically be locked after approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)

● Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.

● If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the elec-

tronic key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock the doors.)

● A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the

doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the original position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door handle again.

■ When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods

To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2 m) of the vehicle.

■ Security feature

If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.

■ Alarms and warning indicators

A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning lights are used to reduce the chance of vehicle theft and accidents resulting from erroneous operation.

● When any warning lights come on:

Take appropriate measures according to which warning light comes on. (P. 377)

Before driving

1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Alarm Situation Correction procedure

Exterior alarm sounds once for 2 seconds

Tried to lock the doors using the entry function while the electronic key is still inside the vehicle

Retrieve the electronic key from the vehicle and lock the doors again.

Closed the trunk while the electronic key is still inside the trunk and all doors are locked

Retrieve the electronic key from the trunk and close the trunk lid.

Tried to exit the vehicle while the shift lever is in P with the electronic key and lock the doors using the entry function without first turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and lock the doors again.

Exterior alarm sounds once for 10 seconds

Tried to lock the vehicle using the entry function while a door is open

Close all of the doors and lock the doors again.

Interior alarm sounds continuously

Tried to open the door and exit the vehicle without shifting the shift lever to P

Shift the shift lever to P.

Interior alarm beeps repeatedly

Turned the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode while the driver's door is open (Opened the driver's door when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY mode.)

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF and close the driver's door.

Turned the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF while the driver's door is open

Close the driver's door.

● When an alarm sounds:

Take appropriate measures according to the following table.

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