1998 COROLLA(U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1−1 Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel...
1998 COROLLA(U) Instrument panel overview 1. Rear view mirror remote control lever 2. Side vent 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Electric moon roof switch and personal light 6. Power door lock switch (vehicles without power windows) 7. Glovebox 8.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 1. Power rear view mirror control switch 2. Headlight and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Emergency flasher switch 5. Clock 6. Rear window defogger switch 7. Car audio 8. Air conditioning controls 9. Auxiliary box 10.
1998 COROLLA(U) Instrument cluster overview "Type A 1. Service reminder indicators or indicator 4. Speedometer lights 5. Trip meter reset knob 2. Engine coolant temperature gauge 6. Odometer and two trip meters 3. Fuel gauge...
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1998 COROLLA(U) "Type B 1. Service reminder indicators or indicator 4. Fuel gauge 7. Thermometer lights 5. Trip meter reset knob 8. Engine coolant temperature gauge 2. Tachometer 6. Odometer and two trip meters 3. Speedometer...
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1998 COROLLA(U) "Type C 1. Service reminder indicators or indicator 4. Fuel gauge 7. Thermometer lights 5. Trip meter reset knob 8. Engine coolant temperature gauge 2. Tachometer 6. Odometer and two trip meters 3. Speedometer...
If you should lose your keys or if you trunk. need additional keys, duplicates can be Fuel tank cap made by a Toyota dealer using the key To protect things locked in the trunk when Electric moon roof number. you have your vehicle parked, leave the subkey with the attendant.
1998 COROLLA(U) Side doors Vehicles with power windows (driver’s side) LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH Vehicles with power windows INSIDE LOCK BUTTON (passenger’s side) Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock button. To lock: Turn the key forward.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Vehicles without CAUTION power windows Before driving, be sure that the doors closed locked, especially when small children are in the ve- hicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the ve- hicle during an accident.
1998 COROLLA(U) Power windows Window lock button The windows can be operated with the Automatic operation open only): OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WIN- switch on each door. Push the switch completely down and then DOWS release it. The window will fully open. To The power windows work when the ignition Use the switches on the passengers’...
1998 COROLLA(U) Trunk lid— CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Lock release lever cancelling system —Lock release lever CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. To open the trunk lid from the driver’s After closing the trunk lid, insert the seat, pull up on the lock release lever.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Hood To open the hood, do the following. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the the a uxiliary catch lever and lift the support rod into the slot.
1998 COROLLA(U) Theft deterrent system— As the doors are locked, the system will give you a preparation time of 30 seconds before the setting, during which the doors, trunk and hood may be opened to prepare for the setting. Be careful not to unlock any door with the key or wireless remote control transmitter during setting.
1998 COROLLA(U) WHEN THE SYSTEM IS SET Stopping the alarm INDICATOR LIGHT Activating the system Turn the ignition key from the ”LOCK” to The indicator light gives the following ”ON” position. The alarm will be stopped three indications. The system will give the alarm and cut with the starter circuit cut kept on.
CAUTION If the system does not work properly, It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh have it checked by your Toyota dealer. when the cap is opened. When installing, Do not smoke, cause sparks or al- turn the cap clockwise till you hear a low open flames when refueling.
To operate the moon roof, use the several times. If the indicator lamp does switches beside the personal light. not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as The moon roof works when the ignition soon as possible. switch is in the ”ON” position.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Tilting operation— Always make sure nobody places To tilt up: Push the switch on the ”UP” his/her head, hands and other parts side. of the body in the roof opening be- To lower: Push the switch on the opposite fore you close the roof.
1998 COROLLA(U) Front seats— —Front seat precautions (with Part 1 SRS side airbags) Seats While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- OPERATION OF CAUTION hicle occupants should have the seatback INSTRUMENTS upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- The SRS side airbags are installed in erly wear the seat belts provided.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Seat adjustment —Adjusting front seats precautions Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot While adjusting the seat, do not put pedals, steering wheel instrument your hands under the seat or near panel controls are within easy reach of the moving parts.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Fold−down rear seat 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. 2. SEATBACK ANGLE ADJUSTING LEVER Lean forward and pull the lever up.
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1998 COROLLA(U) CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position: Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback and are arranged in the proper position for ready to use. Make sure the rear center seat belt can be pulled out of the retractor.
1998 COROLLA(U) Head restraints CAUTION Be careful not to mix up the proper match of the tab and buckle. Do not insert the tab 1 (light gray) into other buckle than the one with light gray buckle release button. (See ”Seat belts”...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow the child to stand up or CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats. An strained at all times with the seat belts...
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Front and rear seat belts CAUTION Keep the belts clean and dry. If they need cleaning, use a mild soap Persons should ride in their seats solution or lukewarm water. Never properly wearing their seat belts use bleach, dye, or abrasive clean-...
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After adjustment make sure the anchor is buckle. locked in position. If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.
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1998 COROLLA(U) CAUTION Take up slack High−positioned belts loose−fitting belts both could in- crease the chance of injury due to Too high Too high Too high Too high Too high sliding under the lap belt during an accident or other unintended result.
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1998 COROLLA(U) CAUTION Make sure the both buckles are cor- rectly located and securely latched. Failure to properly match the buckle and tab may cause severe injury in case of an accident or a collision. REAR CENTER SEAT BELT (WITH Two buckles and tabs for rear center FOLD−DOWN SEAT)
Please contact your local Toyota dealer so nally intended for. that the dealer can order the proper re- quired length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for prop- er measurement and selection of length.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Front seat belt pretensioners CAUTION After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the seat belt extender is not twisted. Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.
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1998 COROLLA(U) When a seat belt pretensioner is acti- vated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke−like gas may be released. This gas is harmless and does not indicate that a fire is occur- ring.
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Toyota dealer. Such changes pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer interfere with proper operation of the seat belt pretensioners some soon possible service vehicle.
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1998 COROLLA(U) driver front passenger airbags CAUTION A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment killed seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that: The driver sit as far back as pos- sible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the ve- hicle.
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1998 COROLLA(U) However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if it is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the nose Collision from the rear of the vehicle ”underrides”, or goes under,...
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1998 COROLLA(U) In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect CAUTION deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction The SRS airbag system is designed in the inflators momentarily fills the air- only as a supplement to the prima- bags with non−toxic gas to help restrain...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by a deploying airbag. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system.
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1998 COROLLA(U) instructions concerning installation of a child restraint sys- tem, see “Child restraint” in this chapter. Do not sit on the edge of the seat Do not allow a child to stand up, or lean over the dashboard when or to kneel on the front passenger the vehicle is in use.
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1998 COROLLA(U) NOTICE Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike Do not perform any of the following or open any components such as changes without consulting your the steering wheel column cover, Toyota dealer.
1998 COROLLA(U) SRS side airbags This SRS airbag system has a service In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- reminder indicator to inform the driver of dealer as soon as possible: tem) side airbags are designed to pro- operating problems.
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CAUTION SRS side airbags inflate with consid- erable force. To avoid potential death or serious injury during inflation of a side airbag, Toyota strongly recom- mends that the driver and front pas- senger; Wear their seat belt Remain properly seated with their back against the seat at all times.
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1998 COROLLA(U) In a severe side impact, the side airbag sensor triggers the side airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators momentarily fills the airbags with non−tox- ic gas to help restrain the lateral motion of the occupants.
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1998 COROLLA(U) CAUTION Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed The SRS side airbag system is de- or seriously injured by a deploying signed only as a supplement to the airbag. An infant or child who is...
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1998 COROLLA(U) NOTICE Do not use accessories seats which cover the parts where Do not perform any of the following side airbags should inflate. changes without consulting your Such accessories may prevent the Toyota dealer. Such changes side airbags from activating correct- interfere with proper operation of the ly, causing serious injury.
1998 COROLLA(U) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child restraint systems children small enough to use them. The laws of all fifty states in the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of a child restraint system.
Unless it is unavoidable, do not put Toyota recommends installing the child re- Make sure that you have complied a forward−facing child restraint sys- straint system on the rear seat. According with all installation instructions pro- tem on the front seat.
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1998 COROLLA(U) When not using the child restraint system, Unless it is unavoidable, do not put keep it secured with the seat belt or place a forward−facing child restraint sys- it in the trunk or somewhere other than tem on the front seat.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Built−in child restraint The built−in child restraint system mainly consists of a child seat integrated in the rear seat and 5−point seat belts. Refer to the illustration to become familiar with the parts of the system. This child restraint system conforms to U.S.
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1998 COROLLA(U) This child restraint is designed for use CAUTION Keep the belts clean and dry. If only by children who weigh between 10 they need cleaning, use a mild soap and 30 kg (22.1 and 66.1 pounds), and Make sure the child is securely re- solution or lukewarm water.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 1. Separate the fastener tapes under 2. Unlock and remove the head re- 3. While pulling the seat belt release the right rear seatback and fold the straint, then reinstall it facing back- strap (black), pull both shoulder separated part of the seatback down ward.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 4. Compress the shoulder belt clip to 5. Pull down the seatback part of the 6. Press the removable pad against the separate the right and left shoulder removable pad. Make sure the child’s fastener tapes and install the pad to belts.
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Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the built−in child restraint until the seat belt is fixed. 7. Sit the child on the child seat. Place 8. Adjust the shoulder pads. a shoulder belt over each shoulder.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 9. Fasten the shoulder belt clip. 10. Pull the seat belt adjustment strap 11. To release the child from the seat (gray tab) firmly until the shoulder belts, separate the shoulder belts The purpose of the clip is to keep the belts are snugly adjusted around the then press the buckle release button.
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Installation with 3−point type seat belt (A) Baby seat (C) Junior seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION (B) Child seat An infant seat is used in rear−facing position only.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through CAUTION Do not put a rear−facing child re- or around the infant seat following the straint system on the rear seat if it instructions provided by its manufactur- Never put rear−facing child restraint...
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2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly Toyota dealer immediately. Do not in the lock mode. When the belt is against the seat cushion and seatback, use the seat until the seat belt is...
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1998 COROLLA(U) 4. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle−release button and allow the A convertible seat is used in forward− belt to retract completely. The belt will facing and rear−facing position depend- Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to ing on the child’s age and size.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Move seat fully back CAUTION A forward−facing child restraint sys- Do not put a rear−facing child re- tem should be allowed to put on straint system on the rear seat if it Never put a rear−facing child re-...
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1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the convertible seat following in the lock mode. When the belt is use the seat until the seat belt is...
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1998 COROLLA(U) 3. While pressing convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle−release button and allow the seatback, let the shoulder belt retract belt to retract completely. The belt will...
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1998 COROLLA(U) CAUTION A forward−facing child restraint sys- tem should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoid- able. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child.
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Contact your is positioned across the center of Toyota dealer immediately. Do not child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the seat until the seat belt is kept away from child’s neck, but fixed. not falling off child’s shoulder. Fail-...
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Top strap anchors and locations Bolt Anchor bracket 190.75 mm Spacer (7.5 in.) 153.0 mm (6.0 in.) 216.5 mm (8.5 in.) 2. To remove the child restraint system, If your child restraint system requires On the filler panel behind the rear seat press the buckle−release button and al-...
3 anchor locations shown in the illustra- tion. If your child restraint system does not provide any of the necessary parts, ask your Toyota dealer. (See ”—Child restraint system”.) To change the steering wheel angle, Adjust the mirror so you can see the hold the steering wheel, pull down the side of your vehicle in the mirror.
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Rear view mirror remote —Power rear view mirror con- control trol CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries.
1998 COROLLA(U) Anti−glare inside rear view mirror Vanity mirror To reduce glare from the headlights of To use the vanity mirror for the driver, the vehicle behind you during night swing down the sun visor and slide the driving, operate the lever on the lower cover.
1998 COROLLA(U) Part 1 Headlights and turn signals OPERATION OF NOTICE INSTRUMENTS To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on AND CONTROLS— for a long period when the engine is not running. Chapter 1−4...
1998 COROLLA(U) Emergency flashers High−Low beams—For high beams, turn TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, the headlights on and push the lever away push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
1998 COROLLA(U) Instrument panel light control Interior light NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the ment panel lights, turn the knob.
1998 COROLLA(U) Windshield wipers and washer Ignition switch light Personal light Type A For easy access to the ignition switch, To turn on the personal light, push the the ignition switch light comes on when switch. To turn it off, push the switch any of the doors are opened.
1998 COROLLA(U) Rear window defogger To turn on the windshield wipers, move To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever the lever to the desired setting. toward you. The key must be in the ”ON” position. With interval adjuster: If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple Type A—...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Make sure you turn the defogger off when the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop−and− go driving. The defogger is not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow.
1998 COROLLA(U) Ignition switch with steering Part 1 lock You must push in the key to turn the key OPERATION OF from ”ACC” to the ”LOCK” position. On INSTRUMENTS vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever must be put in the ”P”...
1998 COROLLA(U) Automatic transmission "3−speed Lock release button To prevent misshifting — Parking, engine starting and key removal position — Reverse position — Neutral position — Normal driving position — Position for engine braking — Position for stronger engine braking than that in “2” position...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Your automatic transmission has a shift (b) Using engine braking With the selector lever in ”2”, the vehicle lock system to minimize the possibility of will start in the first gear and automatical- To use engine braking, you can downshift incorrect operation.
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1998 COROLLA(U) (f) Good driving practice NOTICE NOTICE CAUTION Never shift into reverse while the ve- If your rock your vehicle, observe the hicle is moving. following precautions to prevent dam- Always keep your foot on the brake age to the transmission and other pedal while stopped with the engine parts.
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1998 COROLLA(U) "4−speed Lock release button Overdrive switch To prevent misshifting For selecting either a 3−speed or 4− speed transmission — Parking, engine starting and key removal position On position — Reverse position (Shifting into overdrive possible) — Neutral position —...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake Vehicles with cruise control⎯When the lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal cruise control is being used, even if you incorrect operation.
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1998 COROLLA(U) (e) Parking NOTICE CAUTION 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. z Be careful not to overrev the en- 2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to Always keep your foot on the brake gine. Watch the tachometer to keep securely apply the parking brake.
1998 COROLLA(U) Manual transmission Low altitude NOTICE —1219 m (4000 ft.) or lower gear km/h (mph) If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent dam- 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 (15) age to the transmission and other ∗...
1998 COROLLA(U) Parking brake Downshift to the appropriate gear if accel- Good driving practice eration is needed when you are cruising If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put below the above downshifting speeds. the transmission in neutral, release the...
1998 COROLLA(U) Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- the accelerator pedal.
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Toyota deal- the set speed. When you release it, the er at the earliest opportunity. vehicle will return to the speed set prior RESETTING AT A FASTER SPEED to the acceleration.
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To de- crease the vehicle speed, reset to a slow- If this is the case, contact your Toyota er speed with the cruise control lever or dealer and have your vehicle inspected. depress the brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Car audio system— Part 1 —Reference OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1−7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Type 1: AM F M ETR radio/cassette player Type 3: AM F M ETR radio/compact disc Car audio system...
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This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE YOUR RADIO ANTENNA features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and To lower a manual antenna, carefully push information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of it down.
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1998 COROLLA(U) YOUR COMPACT DISC PLAYER When you insert a disc, gently push it in with the label side up. (The player will automatically eject a disc if the label side is down.) The compact disc player will play from track 1 through the end of the disc.
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) BAL (Balance) ST (Stereo reception) display These buttons are used to preset and Move the ”BAL” ring around ”TONE” to Your radio automatically changes to stereo tune in radio stations.
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1998 COROLLA(U) TUNE Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and release the ”∧” (up) or ”∨” (down) side of ”TUNE” to step up or down the station band. (If you hear a beep, you held the button too long and the radio will go into the seek mode.)
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1998 COROLLA(U) "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Cassette Player tune in radio stations. will appear on the display. Push the fast forward button to fast for-...
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If the malfunction is not recovered, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”BAL” er and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the Your audio system shows six different dis- ∨∧...
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1998 COROLLA(U) PROG (Program) RAND (Random) ∗ Dolbyr B NR Push ”PROG” to select the other side of There are two random features—you can If you are listening to a tape that was a cassette tape. The display indicates either listen to the tracks on all the com- recorded with Dolbyr B Noise Reduction, which side is currently selected (”Y”...
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1998 COROLLA(U) RPT (Repeat) SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
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Your radio automatically changes to stereo Tuning reception when a stereo broadcast is re- Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR). Push and release the ”∧” (up) or signal becomes weak, the radio reduces ”∨”...
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1998 COROLLA(U) "Type 3 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
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1998 COROLLA(U) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AUDIO CONTROL / MODE (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Manual tone adjustment function— If you want to fast forward or reverse tune in radio stations.
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If the malfunction is not recovered, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”BAL” disc player and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the Your audio system shows six different dis- ∨∧...
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1998 COROLLA(U) PWR/VOL (Power/Volume) RPT (Repeat) SCAN Push ”PWR/VOL” to turn the audio system There are two repeat features—you can Radio on and off. Turn ”PWR/VOL” to adjust the either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on volume.
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Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR).
1998 COROLLA(U) —Car audio system operating hints Here are some common reception prob- NOTICE lems that probably do not indicate a prob- Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by lem with your radio: To ensure the correct audio system the upper atmosphere—especially at night.
1998 COROLLA(U) Use high−quality cassettes. If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound Low−quality cassette tapes can cause even though your compact disc player many problems, including poor sound, appears to be working. Remove the...
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1998 COROLLA(U) CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible la- ser beam which could cause hazard- radiation exposure directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. A new disc may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeter. Remove the rough edges by pressing the side of a ball−point pen or pencil against...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Air conditioning system— —Controls 1. Temperature Selector 2. Air Intake Selector 3. Air Flow Selector 4. ”A/C” Button 5. Fan Speed Selector...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Fan speed selector For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after ”A/C” button. Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to the right to increase, to the left to de- Turning the air flow control knob to wind- crease.
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If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside the vehicle.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Air flow selector settings —Operating tips To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Heating Air conditioning Defogging For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards red zone Temperature—Towards blue zone...
1998 COROLLA(U) —Instrument panel vents Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards red zone Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD Turning the air flow control knob to wind- shield position turns on the defroster−...
Once the electrical power source has been disconnected from the clock, the Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed time is automatically set to 1:00 (one o’clock). Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or When instrument panel lights equivalent for replacement.
1998 COROLLA(U) Glovebox Auxiliary boxes ASHTRAY Type A To use the ashtray, open out. When finished with your cigarette, thor- oughly extinguish it in the ashtray to pre- vent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, push it back in completely.
1998 COROLLA(U) Cup holders The cup holder is designed for holding Type C cups or drink−cans fit snugly in its holes. Front: To use the holders, push the lid and pull it out completely. Rear: To use the holder, pull it out.
1998 COROLLA(U) Floor mat Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION If the floor mat has a hole, then it is designed for use with a locking clip. Fix Make sure the floor mat is properly the floor mat and locking clip into the hole placed on the floor carpet.
1600 km (1000 miles) can add To help prevent gas station mix ups, your YOUR TOYOTA to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- your vehicle: ing. The special nozzle on pumps with Break−in period Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).
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GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you detect heavy knocking even when Gasolines that contain MTBE (Methyl If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be using the recommended fuel, or if you Tertiary−Butyl Ether) are available in the sure that it is unleaded, has an octane...
1998 COROLLA(U) Operation in foreign countries Three−way catalytic converter If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE another country... A large amount of unburned gases First, comply with the vehicle registration flowing into the three−way catalytic laws. converter may cause it to overheat Second, confirm the availability of the cor- and create a fire hazard.
Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, trol set at the outside air position. dealer knows your vehicle and its or notice a change in the sound of three−way catalytic converter sys-...
Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston More oil is consumed by high−speed driv- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil ing and frequent acceleration and decel-...
1998 COROLLA(U) Twin ground electrode spark plugs Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE CAUTION SYSTEM The tandem master cylinder brake system Do not pump the brake pedal if the is a hydraulic system with two separate engine stalls. Each push on the sub−systems.
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1998 COROLLA(U) You may hear a sound in the engine Even though the anti−lock brake sys- compartment for a few seconds when the tem is operating, a driver cannot main- engine is started or just after the vehicle tain full control on certain slippery road is started.
Expensive ro- road surfaces. Have your vehicle checked tor damage can result if the pads are not by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- replaced when necessary. sible.
This is the primary identification number ing, and impair the driver’s control for your Toyota. It is used in registering of the vehicle. In an accident they the ownership of your vehicle. may injure the vehicle occupants.
1998 COROLLA(U) Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) —Engine number Suspension and chassis Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
1998 COROLLA(U) Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high−speed capability tires on your vehicle as this can...
1998 COROLLA(U) How to start the engine— Part 3 (a) Before cranking Before starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. STARTING AND fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- DRIVING 2.
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See ”If your vehicle will not start” in Part ing brake pulled. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
Sudden accelera- harder starting. If you are not sure about tion or engine braking could cause which oil to use, call your Toyota deal- the vehicle to spin or skid. er—he will be pleased to help. Keep the door locks from freezing.
Towing gency equipment. trailer will have an adverse effect on This product is available at your Toyota handling, performance, braking, durability dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow Some of the things you might put in the and driving economy (fuel consumption, manufacturer’s...
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1998 COROLLA(U) The load on either the front or rear Total trailer weight Tongue load axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label.
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Never tow a trailer without using a of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so safety chain securely attached to Toyota recommends that you do not equipped. both the trailer and the vehicle. If tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a...
1998 COROLLA(U) MAINTENANCE TRAILER TOWING TIPS Because stopping distance may be in- creased, vehicle−to−vehicle distance If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will When towing a trailer, your vehicle will should be increased when towing a require more frequent maintenance due handle differently than when not tow- trailer.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Remember that when making a turn, In order to maintain engine braking effi- 1. Apply the brakes and hold. the trailer wheels will be closer than ciency do not use fifth gear (manual 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un-...
1998 COROLLA(U) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too Getting more kilometers/mileage from a Avoid continuous speeding up and CAUTION liter/gallon of fuel is easy–just take it slowing down. Stop−and−go driving easy. It will help make your vehicle last wastes fuel.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Keep the bottom of your vehicle free from mud, etc. This not only lessens weight but also helps prevent corro- sion. Keep your vehicle tuned−up and in top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improp- er valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease,brakes not adjusted, etc.
If the light is O.K., but the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. If you lose your keys Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. NOTICE Do not pull− or push−start the ve- hicle.
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If the engine still will not start, it needs correct. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer is poisonous and corrosive. Wear or qualified repair shop for assistance. protective safety glasses when jump...
1998 COROLLA(U) JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1. If the booster battery is installed in Discharged battery Jumper cable another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs...
1998 COROLLA(U) If your engine stalls while driving 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving... Connecting point After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping for several minutes with the accelerator a straight line.
1998 COROLLA(U) If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm a straight line. Move cautiously off the ground, firmly set the parking brake road to a safe place well away from Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in ”P”...
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The compact spare tire is identified by the The compact spare tire was de- distinctive wording ”TEMPORARY signed especially for your Toyota. ONLY” molded into the side wall of the Do not use it on any other vehicle. tire. Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Required tools and spare tire 1. Get the required tools and spare tire. Vehicles with compact spare tire 1. Spare tire 2. Jack handle 3. Jack 4. Wheel nut wrench Vehicles without compact spare tire 1. Spare tire 2.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament Type A To remove the spare tire: 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from 1. Raise the luggage compartment floor. rolling when it is jacked up.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown. CAUTION Do not try to pull off the ornament by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected person- al injury.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Raising your vehicle —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 6. After making sure that no one is in 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change the vehicle, raise it high enough so tires.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger 9. Lower the vehicle completely and rosion on the mounting surfaces with a tight. tighten the wheel nuts.
1998 COROLLA(U) —Reinstalling wheel ornament 10. Reinstall the wheel ornament. CAUTION 1. Put the wheel ornament into position. On some models, align the cutout of the When lowering the vehicle, make sure wheel ornament with the valve stem as all portions of your body and all oth- shown.
11. Check the air pressure of the re- If towing is necessary, we recommend placed tire. you to have it done by your Toyota (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Adjust the air pressure to the specification —From front...
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1998 COROLLA(U) (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck Automatic transmission: (c) Towing with sling type truck From front—Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. NOTICE NOTICE When lifting wheels, take care to en- sure adequate ground clearance for...
The eyelets and towing cable If towing is necessary, we recommend or chain may break and cause serious you to have it done by your Toyota injury or damage. dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice.
1998 COROLLA(U) If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys Many Toyota dealers can make a new key if you can give them the key num- ber. See the suggestion given in ”Keys” in Chapter 1−2.
Now, it is up to you. Proper High temperatures will cause corrosion care of your Toyota can help ensure long− to those components of the vehicle Protecting your Toyota from term corrosion prevention. which are prevented from quick−drying...
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We recommend See ”Washing and waxing your Toyota” for When driving in the areas where there that the fittings and the area where the more tips.
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NOTICE ing your Toyota through an automatic car wash. NOTICE Do not use gasoline or strong sol- vents, which may be toxic or cause Always remove the plastic bumpers if damage.
’98COROLLA(U) 5/29 Cleaning the interior Vinyl interior Carpets CAUTION The vinyl upholstery may be easily Use a good foam−type shampoo to cleaned with a mild soap or detergent clean the carpets. Vehicles with side airbags: and water. Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove Be careful not to splash water or First vacuum over the upholstery to re- as much dirt as possible.
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Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them.
Owner’s or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be Guide, Owner’s manual Supplement or pleased to do them at a nominal cost. Warranty Booklet for complete warranty information.
They learn to work on for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, fied service shop immediately. It is recom- rather than while they are working on it.
’98COROLLA(U) 5 1 2 Tire surface and wheel nuts Lights Accelerator pedal Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail Check the pedal for smooth operation and or excessive wear. See Chapter 7−2 for lights, turn signal lights, and other lights uneven pedal effort or catching.
’98COROLLA(U) 5 1 2 Does your vehicle need repairing? IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Power steering fluid level Be on the alert for changes in perfor- Check the level through the reservoir. The mance, sounds, and visual tip−offs that Items listed below should be checked level should be in the ”HOT”...
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’98COROLLA(U) 5 1 2 If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair. CAUTION Do not continue driving with the ve- hicle unchecked. It could result in se- rious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.
1998 COROLLA(U) Part 7 DO−IT−YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7−1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do−it−yourself service precautions Parts and tools...
Toyota Warranty statement for details and exhaust manifold and spark plug where you may be exposed to flying suggestions. boots, etc. —will be hot. So be or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
Remember all Toyota parts are de- could be damaged. Do not dispose of used oil and fil- signed in metric sizes, so your tools must ter in household trash, in sewers or z Do not drive with the air cleaner be metric.
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Baking soda Grease Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts) Checking and replacing fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): Genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent with same amperage rating as original Adding washer fluid Parts: Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
1998 COROLLA(U) Part 7 Checking the engine oil level If the oil level is below or only slightly DO−IT−YOURSELF above the low level, add engine oil of Low level Full level MAINTENANCE— the same type as already in the engine.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Engine oil selection Oil identification marks Use API grade SH, ”Energy−Conserving II” Either or both API registered marks are or SJ, ”Energy−Conserving” multigrade added to some oil containers to help engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. you select the oil you should use.
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. CAUTION...
1998 COROLLA(U) Checking power steering fluid To check the fluid level, simply look at Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once the see−through reservoir. The level opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from should between ”MAX” the air, and excess moisture can cause a ”MIN”...
If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it Keep your tire pressures at the proper checked by your Toyota dealer. level. CAUTION The following instructions for checking The recommended cold tire pressures, tire tire pressure should be observed:...
REPLACING YOUR TIRES The tires on your Toyota have built−in as soon as possible. tread wear indicators to help you know When replacing a tire, use only the when the tires need replacement.
When rotating tires, check for uneven mended size. wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu- ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im- Toyota recommends all four tires, or at proper wheel alignment, out−of−balance least both of the front or rear tires be Vehicles with compact spare tire wheels, or severe braking.
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If you need snow tires, select the same TIRE CHAIN SELECTION lower. size, construction and load capacity as Use the tire chains of correct size and the original tires on your Toyota. Drive carefully avoiding bumps, type.
WHEEL SELECTION for a tubeless tire. to damage the aluminum wheels. When replacing wheels, care should be Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and taken to ensure that the wheels are re- wrench designed for your aluminum placed by ones with the same load ca- wheels.
1998 COROLLA(U) Checking battery condition— Part 7 —Precautions DO−IT−YOURSELF CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If MAINTENANCE— BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and Chapter 7−3...
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GREEN BLUE Good rosion. Charging necessary. DARK WHITE Have battery checked b. If the terminal connections are loose, by your Toyota dealer. tighten their clamp nuts—but do not CLEAR overtighten. Have battery checked c. Tighten hold−down clamp only LIGHT by your Toyota dealer.
1998 COROLLA(U) Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- ducing hydrogen gas. Therefore, before recharging: Type A 1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable.
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Have your Toyota dealer correct it as light comes on, the washer tank may be soon as possible. empty. Add washer fluid.
1998 COROLLA(U) Replacing light bulbs— —Headlights The following illustrations show how to Bulb Light bulbs Type gain access to the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and Headlights 60/55 light switch are off. Use bulbs with the Parking, front side wattage ratings given in the table.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Removing clip: Use a flat−bladed screw- 2. LEFT−HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the 3. Unplug the connector. Remove the driver or equivalent clip and take out the air cleaner rubber cover. duct. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. Remove and install the cover clip as shown in the following illustration.
Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly on bulb with the cutouts of the mounting the connector and the headlight body. hole. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
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1998 COROLLA(U) —Rear side maker, rear turn signal, stop tail lights Removing and installing clips (type A): Use a flat−bladed screwdriver or equivalent.
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1998 COROLLA(U) Removing clips (type B): Use a Phillips− a: Stop and tail light head screwdriver. b: Rear turn signal light c: Rear side marker light Installing clips (type B)
1998 COROLLA(U) Part 8 Dimensions and weight Engine Overall length mm (in): Model: SPECIFICATIONS 4420 (174.0) 1ZZ−FE Overall width mm (in): Type: 1695 (66.7) Dimensions and weight 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Overall height mm (in): Engine Bore and stroke, mm (in.): ∗...
1998 COROLLA(U) Fuel Service specifications Fuel type: ENGINE ENGINE LUBRICATION Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Re- Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. search Octane Number 91) or higher Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010) qt.): Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp.
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1998 COROLLA(U) COOLING SYSTEM MANUAL TRANSAXLE BRAKES Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Minimum pedal clearance when depressed Manual transmission 1.9 (2.0, 1.7) with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) 5.8 (6.1, 5.1) Oil type: with the engine running, mm (in.):...
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1998 COROLLA(U) Fuses (type B) 32. HTR 50 A: Air conditioning system, ”A/C” fuse 33. MAIN 40 A: Starter system, ”HEAD (LH) or HEAD (LH−UPR), ”HEAD (RH) or HEAD (RH−UPR), ”HEAD LH−Lo” and ”HEAD RH−Lo fuses 34. RDI 30 A: Electric cooling fan 35.
C may have poor traction per- tire failure. quality grading. formance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.