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  • Page 1 WWW.MANUALS.WS Owner’s Warranty Information WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Introduction Satisfaction Down the Road Transportation Assistance If You Need Assistance Warranty Coverages at a Glance Your Warranties in Detail General Warranty Provisions New Vehicle Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty California Emission Control Warranty Tire Limited Warranty Your Responsibilities Operation and Maintenance Obtaining Warranty Service...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Our excellent warranty coverage is evidence that we stand behind the ence. We want you to be a satisfied member of the Toyota family for — —...

  • Page 4: Transportation Assistance

    Vehicle Limited Warranty. The policy applies to all 2003 model-year Toyota. We also know how disruptive the loss of transportation Toyotas sold and serviced by authorized Toyota dealerships in the can be to your daily routine.

  • Page 5: If You Need Assistance

    In most cases, a satisfactory Step 3 solution can be reached at this step. If your concern has still not been resolved to your satisfaction, Toyota Step 2 offers additional assistance through the Dispute Settlement Program,...
  • Page 6 (800)331-4331. P.O. Box 561109 Dallas, TX 75356-1109 If you would like to request a customer claim form, call the Toyota Customer Assistance Center at (800)331-4331. When you call, please have your vehicle identification number, the current mileage on your Toyota and the names of your selling and servicing dealerships.

  • Page 7: Warranty Coverages At A Glance

    Warranty Coverages at a Glance WWW.MANUALS.WS New Vehicle Limited Warranty Basic 36 months / 36,000 miles Powertrain 60 months / 60,000 miles Restraint Systems 60 months / 60,000 miles Corrosion Perforation 60 months / Unlimited miles months Emission Control Warranty 24 months / 24,000 miles Performance Specific Components...

  • Page 8: Your Warranties In Detail

    WWW.MANUALS.WS Who Is the Warrantor When Warranty Begins The warrantor for these limited warranties is Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., The warranty period begins on the vehicle’s in-service date, which is the Inc. (“Toyota”), 19001 South Western Avenue, Torrance, California first date the vehicle is either delivered to an ultimate purchaser, leased, 90509-2991, a California corporation.
  • Page 9 WWW.MANUALS.WS Limitations The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under these warranties or any implied warranties. Toyota does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle.

  • Page 10: New Vehicle Limited Warranty

    This warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in gears and gaskets, timing chain/belt and cover, flywheel, valve covers, materials or workmanship of any part supplied by Toyota, subject to the oil pan, oil pump, engine mounts, turbocharger housing and all internal exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered”...
  • Page 11 This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or that develops perforation from corrosion (rust-through), subject to the workmanship of any seatbelt or air bag system supplied by Toyota, exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 11–12.
  • Page 12 Lack of or improper maintenance, including use of fluids other than those specified in the Owner’s Manual Maintenance Expense Maintenance Expense • Installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts Normal maintenance services such as: Normal maintenance services such as: • Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road debris (including stone chips), •...
  • Page 13 Toyota does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle. Toyota shall not be liable Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles for incidental or consequential damages resulting from breach of Any vehicle that has ever been issued a “salvage”...
  • Page 14 New Vehicle Limited Warranty WWW.MANUALS.WS DISPUTE RESOLUTION If a dispute arises regarding your warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under “If You Need Assistance” on pages 4–5. Please note that you must use the Dispute Settlement Program before seeking remedies through a court action pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

  • Page 15: Federal Emission Control Warranty

    Under the terms of the Emission Performance Warranty and federal regulations, Toyota will make all necessary repairs if both of the Federal regulations require that this warranty be in effect for two years following occur: or 24,000 miles from the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs...
  • Page 16 Federal Emission Control Warranty WWW.MANUALS.WS WHAT IS NOT COVERED WARRANTY PARTS LIST These warranty obligations do not apply to failures or non-compliance Air/Fuel Metering System caused by: • Air/fuel ratio feedback control system • The use of replacement parts not certified in accordance with •...
  • Page 17 Federal Emission Control Warranty WWW.MANUALS.WS Evaporative Control System Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System • • Charcoal canister Oil filler cap • • Diaphragm valve PCV valve or orifice • Fuel filler cap Other Parts Used in Above Systems • Fuel tank •...
  • Page 18 Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. your vehicle’s emission control systems, Toyota recommends the use of Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have Genuine Toyota Parts when servicing or repairing the systems.
  • Page 19 Washington, D.C. 20460 charge. The only exceptions allowed are when you request or agree to a delay, or a delay is caused by factors beyond the control of Toyota or the Vehicles equipped with a California Certified Emission Control System dealership.
  • Page 20 3) We have performed all emission control system preparations required referred to in Paragraph 4 and furnished with the vehicle is solely that by Toyota prior to the sale of the vehicle as set forth in Toyota’s cur- of the manufacturer.

  • Page 21: California Emission Control Warranty

    CARB regulations require passes the test. This is your Emission Control System PERFORMANCE that Toyota must warrant the emission control system on your vehicle for WARRANTY. the time periods indicated on this page, provided there has been no •...
  • Page 22 Limited Warranty also apply to this warranty. reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. You should also be aware that Toyota may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main- tenance or unapproved modifications.
  • Page 23 California Emission Control Warranty WWW.MANUALS.WS PARTS LIST: LONG-TERM EMISSION DEFECT WARRANTY The parts listed here are covered for seven years or 70,000 miles from Catalyst System the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs first. • Catalytic converter (warm-up three-way catalyst) • Exhaust center pipe on Avalon, Corolla Matrix 4WD, Highlander Air/Fuel Metering System equipped with 1MZ-FE, Tacoma and Tundra equipped with 5VZ-FE...
  • Page 24 Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. • Charcoal canister on Highlander, Land Cruiser and 4Runner Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have • Fuel tank records to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, any failure...
  • Page 25 The only exceptions allowed are when you request or agree to If you use replacement parts that have maintenance or replacement a delay, or a delay is caused by factors beyond the control of Toyota or schedules different from those of Genuine Toyota Parts, you must follow the dealership.
  • Page 26 REPAIR DELAYS IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS If a Toyota dealership is unable to complete repairs on your vehicle If you have questions or concerns about your vehicle’s California emis- within 30 days, you may have the repairs made under Toyota’s sion warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under “If You...

  • Page 27: Tire Limited Warranty

    (Refer to your local phone directory for dealer Continental General Tire Toyo Tire (U.S.A.) Corporation locations.) Your Toyota dealer may also be able to assist you in obtaining 1800 Continental Blvd. 6261 Katella Ave., Ste. 2B warranty service from the manufacturer.

  • Page 28: Your Responsibilities

    You can be confident you’re getting the best possible service for your Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have vehicle when you take it to a Toyota dealership. Plus, a Toyota dealer- records to show that you maintained your vehicle.
  • Page 29 Warranty coverage is not dependent upon the use of any particular brand of replacement parts. However, Toyota recommends using only Genuine Toyota Parts when you need to replace a part on your vehicle. Like all Toyota products, Genuine Toyota Parts are built to the highest standards of quality, durability and performance.

  • Page 30: Obtaining Warranty Service

    Obtaining Warranty Service WWW.MANUALS.WS BY GEOGRAPHIC REGION EMERGENCY REPAIRS If your vehicle is inoperable or unsafe to drive and there is no Toyota In the United States, U.S. Territories dealership reasonably available to make repairs, you may perform the and Canada repairs yourself or have them performed by another automotive service To obtain warranty service in the United States, U.S.
  • Page 31 Notes WWW.MANUALS.WS WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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  • Page 35 (optional; for Toyota customer reference only) WWW.MANUALS.WS Assistance Center at This information is obtained solely for the use of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (800) 331-4331. Toyota occasionally sends special promotional offers to registered owners. Check here if you prefer not to receive these offers.
  • Page 36 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .

  • Page 37: Www.manuals.ws

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Instrument panel overview 1. Side defroster outlets 2. Side vents 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Electric moon roof switches 6. Personal lights 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9. Glove box 10.
  • Page 38 10. Air conditioning controls 11. Ignition switch 12. Cruise control switch 13. Tilt steering lock release lever 14. Interior/instrument panel light control dial 15. Power rear view mirror control switches 16. Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system indicator light 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 39: Instrument Cluster Overview

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Instrument cluster overview DType A 1. Service reminder indicators and 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Odometer, two trip meters and outside indicator lights temperature display 5. Fuel gauge 2. Tachometer 6. Trip meter reset knob 3.
  • Page 40 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) DType B 1. Service reminder indicators and 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Odometer, two trip meters and outside indicator lights temperature display 5. Fuel gauge 2. Tachometer 6. Trip meter reset knob 3. Speedometer 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 41: Indicator Symbols On The Instrument Panelel

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ 1 Low engine oil pressure warning light ∗ 1 Brake system warning light ∗ 1 Anti–lock brake system warning light ∗ 1 Driver’s seat belt reminder light ∗...
  • Page 42 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Overdrive–off indicator light ∗ 2 Cruise control indicator light ∗ 1 : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 85 in Section 1–5. ∗ 2 : If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” on page 99 in Sec- tion 1–6.
  • Page 43 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 44 ........... . Toyota vehicle intrusion protection system (TVIP) .

  • Page 45: Keys

    To unlock: Turn the key backward. trunk. need additional keys, duplicates can be Vehicles with power door lock system— made by a Toyota dealer using the key To protect items locked in the trunk when All the doors lock and unlock simulta- number.
  • Page 46 15 seconds before fading Toyota strongly recommends that all out. (For further information, see “Interior/ children be placed in the rear seat of instrument panel light control”...
  • Page 47 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch down on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the rear side. Operating the switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the doors.
  • Page 48 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Wireless remote control The wireless remote control system is CAUTION designed to lock or unlock all the doors or activate the “PANIC” mode Before driving, be sure that the doors from a distance within approximately 1 closed locked, especially...
  • Page 49 Pushing the “PANIC” switch blows the trol transmitters for the same vehicle. horn intermittently flashes Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed headlights, tail lights, turn signal lights information. and interior light. If the wireless remote control transmitter The “PANIC” switch is used to deter ve-...
  • Page 50 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) If you lose your transmitter, contact your REPLACING TRANSMITTER BATTERY Toyota dealer as soon as possible to For replacement, use a CR2032 lithium avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- battery or equivalent.
  • Page 51 _ Close the transmitter case securely. After replacing battery, check that the transmitter operates properly. If the trans- mitter still does not operate properly, con- tact your Toyota dealer. 2. Remove the discharged transmitter bat- 3. Put a new transmitter battery with posi- tery.

  • Page 52: Power Windows

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Power windows Window lock switch The windows can be operated with the Automatic operation open only): OPERATING PASSENGERS’ switch on each door. Push the switch completely down and then WINDOWS release it. The window will fully open. To The power windows work when the ignition Use the switches on the passengers’...

  • Page 53: Trunk Lid

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Trunk lid— CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Always make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power windows.
  • Page 54 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Lock release lever —Lock release lever cancelling system 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.

  • Page 55: Toyota Vehicle Intrusion Protection System (Tvip)

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Toyota vehicle intrusion —Internal trunk release handle protection system (TVIP) CAUTION Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reaches. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
  • Page 56 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 5. Make sure that indicator light The side windows are tapped or bro- flashes. Then you may leave the ve- ken. hicle. The battery terminal is disconnected Never leave anyone in the vehicle when and then reconnected.

  • Page 57: Hood

    3.) ly while driving and an accident may If the system does not work properly, occur. have it checked by your Toyota dealer. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 58: Fuel Tank Cap

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Fuel tank cap CAUTION After inserting the support rod into the slot, make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body. NOTICE Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood.
  • Page 59 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION Make sure the cap is tightened se- curely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident.

  • Page 60: Electric Moon Roof

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Electric moon roof To operate the moon roof, use the Tilting operation— switches beside the personal light. To tilt up: Push the switch on the “UP” The moon roof works when the ignition side. switch is in the “ON”...
  • Page 61 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Always make sure nobody places his/her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening be- fore you close the roof. If some- one’s neck, head hands caught in the closing roof, it could result in a serious injury.
  • Page 62 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors Seats ............Front seats .

  • Page 63: Seats

    Do not put objects under the seats. tally, resulting in death or serious Otherwise, the objects may interfere injury. Consult your Toyota dealer if with the seat–lock mechanism or you insist on modifications of this unexpectedly push up the seat posi- kind.
  • Page 64 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Adjusting front seats 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER While adjusting the seat, do not put Hold the center of the lever and pull it your hands under the seat or near up. Then slide the seat to the desired the moving parts.

  • Page 65: Fold-Down Rear Seat

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Fold–down rear seat CAUTION To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maxi- mum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the pas- senger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats.

  • Page 66: Head Restraints

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Head restraints CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the follow- ing precautions in order to prevent personal injury in a collision or sud- den stop: Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing forward and rear- ward on the top of the seatback.

  • Page 67: Seat Belts

    ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions For your safety and comfort, adjust the Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow the child to stand up or head restraint before driving. passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats.
  • Page 68 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Front and rear seat belts When using the seat belts, observe Replace the belt assembly (includ- the following: ing bolts) if it has been used in a severe impact. The entire assembly Use the belt for only one person at should be replaced even if damage a time.
  • Page 69 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. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U)
  • Page 70 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) CAUTION Take up Both high–positioned lap belts and slack loose–fitting belts could cause seri- ous injuries due to sliding under Too high the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.
  • Page 71 Please contact your local Toyota dealer so nally intended. 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.
  • Page 72 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat The driver and front passenger’s seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot...
  • Page 73 4. SRS warning light ries. Consult your Toyota dealer switch, front seat belt pretensioner assem- The front seat belt pretensioners are con- about any repairs and modifications. blies, inflators, warning light, interconnect- trolled by the airbag sensor assembly.
  • Page 74 _ Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor assemblies This front seat belt pretensioner system In the following cases, contact your Toyota _ Modification of the suspension sys- has a service reminder indicator to inform dealer as soon as possible: the driver of operating problems.

  • Page 75: Srs Driver Airbag And Front Passenger Airbag

    Toyota strongly recommends that: The driver sit as far back as pos- The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- This indicator comes on when the igni-...
  • Page 76 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 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.
  • Page 77 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) In a severe frontal impact, the sensor de- tects deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. At this time a chemi- cal reaction in the inflators quickly fills the Hitting a curb, Falling into or airbags with non–toxic gas to help restrain edge of pavement jumping over...
  • Page 78 The front seat occupants can child restraint system. Toyota be killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in- inflating airbags if they do not wear fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper- the available seat belts properly.
  • Page 79 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) On vehicles with side airbags, do not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan- gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact...
  • Page 80 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Do not sit on the edge of the seat Do not allow a child to stand up or Do not put objects or your pets on or lean over the dashboard when to kneel on the front passenger or in front of the dashboard or the vehicle is in use, since the seat, since the front airbag inflates...
  • Page 81 _ Attachment of a grille guard (bull malfunction of the airbags. Contact your bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ser- winches or any other equipment to vice the vehicle. the front end...

  • Page 82: Srs Side Airbags

    SRS side airbags NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- dealer as soon as possible: tem) side airbags are designed to pro- vide further protection for the driver...
  • Page 83 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which will record the use of the seat belt restraint system by the driver and front passenger when the SRS side airbags are inflated. CAUTION SRS side airbags inflate with consid- erable force.
  • Page 84 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) In a severe side impact, the side airbag sensor triggers the side airbag inflators. At this time a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non– toxic gas to help restrain the lateral mo- Collision from the rear tion of the occupants.
  • Page 85 To ensure maximum child restraint system. Toyota protection in an accident, the driver strongly recommends that all in- and all passengers in the vehicle fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper- must wear their seat belts properly.
  • Page 86 Do not attach a cup holder or any _ Modification of the side structure of Consult your Toyota dealer about any other device or object on or around the passenger compartment repairs and modifications.
  • Page 87 Toyota dealer. This side airbag system has In the following cases, contact your Toyota service reminder indicator to inform the dealer as soon as possible: driver of operating problems. If either of The SRS side airbags have been in-...

  • Page 88: Child Restraint

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child Toyota strongly urges use of A forward–facing child restraint sys- restraint systems children small proper child restraint system which should allowed enough to use them.
  • Page 89 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small CAUTION After installing the child restraint child or baby must itself be properly system, make sure it is secured in restrained on the seat with the lap por- Never install a rear–facing child re- place following the manufacturer’s tion of the lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 90 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —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.
  • Page 91 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Installation with 3–point type seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION Do not install a child restraint sys- An infant seat is used in rear–facing tem on the rear seat if it interferes position only. Never install a rear–facing child re- with the lock mechanism of the straint system on the front passen-...
  • Page 92 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 infant seat following the in the lock mode. When the belt is use the child restraint system until...
  • Page 93 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly 4. To remove the infant seat, press the CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, buckle–release button and allow the let the shoulder belt retract as far as belt to retract completely.
  • Page 94 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Move seat fully back (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION A forward–facing child restraint sys- A convertible seat is used in forward– should allowed facing or rear–facing position depend- Never install a rear–facing child re- installed on front passenger ing on the child’s age and size.
  • Page 95 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) On vehicles with side airbags, do not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan- gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact...
  • Page 96 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat Toyota dealer immediately. Do not in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and use the child restraint system until then retracted even slightly, it cannot seatback, let the shoulder belt retract the seat belt is fixed.
  • Page 97 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle–release button and allow the A booster seat is used in forward–fac- belt to retract completely. The belt will ing position only. Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to tem in different directions to make...
  • Page 98 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) On vehicles with side airbags, do not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan- gerous if the side airbags inflate, because the impact...
  • Page 99 Always make sure the shoulder belt child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the child restraint system until kept away from child’s neck, but the seat belt is fixed.
  • Page 100 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Using a top strap Symbol Anchor brackets Follow the procedure below for a child Use the anchor bracket on the package TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: restraint system that requires the use tray behind the rear seat to attach the top 1.
  • Page 101 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 2. Open the lid of the anchor bracket. 3. Securely fasten the child restraint 4. Outside anchor brackets only— system with the seat belt. Replace the head restraint. Latch hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap. For instructions to install the child re- straint system, see “Child restraint”...
  • Page 102 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages Lower anchorages for child restraint systems complying with FMVSS225 specifications are installed in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the clear- ance between the seat cushion and seat- back of both outside rear seats.

  • Page 103: Tilt Steering Wheel

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Tilt steering wheel CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAUTION INSTALLATION Type A— When using the lower anchorages 1. Widen the clearance between for the child restraint system, be seat cushion and seatback a little sure that there are no irregular ob- and confirm the position of the low- jects around the anchorages and er anchorages near the tag on the...

  • Page 104: Outside Rear View Mirrors

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel Do not adjust the mirror while the while the vehicle is moving. It may vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the cause the driver to mishandle the ve- vehicle and an accident may occur hicle and an accident may occur re-...

  • Page 105: Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirroror

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Power rear view mirror Anti–glare inside rear view control mirror NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de–icer to free the mirror.

  • Page 106: Auto Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Auto anti–glare inside rear view mirror In automatic function mode, if the mirror CAUTION detects light from the headlights of the vehicle behind you, the mirror surface Do not adjust the mirror while the darkens slightly to reduce the reflected vehicle is moving.

  • Page 107: Vanity Mirrors

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Vanity mirrors Driver’s side only—To use the vanity mirror, open the cover. Driver’s side To ensure correct functioning of an anti–glare mirror sensor located on the back side of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensor with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc.
  • Page 108 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .

  • Page 109: Headlights And Turn Signals

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Headlights and turn signals Daytime running light system NOTICE (for U.S.A.) To prevent the battery from being dis- Daytime running light system can make it charged, do not leave the lights on easier for others to see the front of your for a long period when the engine is vehicle during the day.
  • Page 110 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Daytime running light system (for Canada) Daytime running light system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. This system can be helpful in many different driving condi- tions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.

  • Page 111: Emergency Flashers

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Emergency flashers 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. TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch.

  • Page 112: Front Fog Lights

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Interior/instrument panel light Front fog lights control Illuminated entry system With the dial in the DOOR position, the light comes on when any door is opened. After all the doors are closed, the light remains on for about 15 seconds and then goes out.

  • Page 113: Personal Lights

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Personal lights Type A Type C INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the personal light, push the ment panel lights, turn the dial. switch. To turn it off, push the switch once again.

  • Page 114: Windshield Wipers And Washer

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Windshield wipers and washer Rear window defogger With interval adjuster: The “INT TIME” band lets you adjust the wiping time inter- val when the wiper lever is in the intermit- tent position (position 1). Twist the band upward increase time between...
  • Page 115 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 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.
  • Page 116 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gaugege .

  • Page 117: Fuel Gauge

    Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Type B Type B 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U)

  • Page 118: Tachometer

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Tachometer The gauge indicates the engine coolant r Do not continue driving with an temperature when the ignition switch is overheated engine. See “If your ve- on. The engine operating temperature hicle overheats” on page 173 in will vary with changes in weather and Section 4.

  • Page 119: Odometer And Two Trip Meters

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Odometer and two trip meters Outside temperature display 3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B, then back to the odometer each...

  • Page 120: Service Reminder Indicators And Warning Buzzersrs

    “––” will appear on the display. If “––” ap- and contact pears on the display, contact your Toyota Toyota dealer. dealer. There may be a case that “––” appears Fill up tank.
  • Page 121 Have your vehicle checked your buzzer Toyota dealer in the following cases: The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the igni- warning light.
  • Page 122 If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel (c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. tank cap is not loose... Reminder Light There is a problem somewhere in the NOTICE This light reminds you to buckle up the engine, emission control system, auto- front passenger’s seat belt.
  • Page 123 Contact your warning light on—even for one block. the tank as soon as possible. Toyota dealer as soon as possible to It may ruin the engine. On inclines or curves, due to the move- service the vehicle.
  • Page 124 If any service reminder indicator or warn- ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- ing buzzer does not function as described tion or remains on. above, have it checked by your Toyota The light comes on or flashes while dealer as soon as possible. driving.
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  • Page 126 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ....... Automatic transmission .

  • Page 127: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Ignition switch with steering lock “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. You must push in the key to turn the key from “ACC”...

  • Page 128: Automatic Transmission

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Automatic transmission Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of Lock release button incorrect operation. This means you can To prevent misshifting Selector lever only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
  • Page 129 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Vehicles with cruise control—When the CAUTION cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and Never put your foot on the accelera- releasing overdrive switch, engine tor pedal while shifting. braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled.
  • Page 130 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Vehicles with cruise control—When the (g) Parking NOTICE cruise control is being used, even if you 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. downshift the transmission by pushing and _ Be careful not to over–rev the en- 2.
  • Page 131 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) (i) Rocking your vehicle if stuck _ Do not race the engine and avoid CAUTION spinning the wheels. CAUTION Always keep your foot on the brake _ If your vehicle remains stuck after pedal while stopped with the engine rocking the vehicle several times, your vehicle becomes...

  • Page 132: Manual Transmission

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Manual transmission Low altitude Upshifting too soon or downshifting too —1219 m (4000 ft.) or lower late will cause lugging, and possibly ping- Gear km/h (mph) ing. Regularly revving the engine to maxi- 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 (14) mum speed in each gear will cause ex- ∗...

  • Page 133: Parking Brake

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Parking brake Good driving practice When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put the transmission in neutral, release the To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold- clutch pedal momentarily, and then try ing power, first depress the brake pedal again.

  • Page 134: Cruise Control

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance, although...
  • Page 135 Toyota deal- with the cruise control on, engine braking the set speed. When you release it, the er at the earliest opportunity.
  • Page 136 The indicator light does not come on. The indicator light flashes again. The indicator light goes out after it comes on. If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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  • Page 138 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Car audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
  • Page 139 Using your audio system— Reference —Some basics This section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem. Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
  • Page 140 In fact, differ- make sure it is removed before driv- NOTICE ent kinds of music and vocal programs ing your Toyota through an automatic Never try to disassemble or oil any usually sound better with different mixes car wash.
  • Page 141 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Controls and features DType 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 142 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) Compact Disc Player (Program) These buttons are used to preset and If you want to fast forward or reverse Cassette Player (if equipped) tune in radio stations. through a compact disc track, push and Push “...
  • Page 143 If the malfunction is not rectified, take and the right and left speakers. symbol. The double–D symbol will appear your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. For front/rear adjustment, push “CONTROL on the display. Push the button again to / MODE” repeatedly until “FAd” appears turn off Dolbyr B NR.
  • Page 144 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) ∗ : Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the There are two random features—you can Cassette Player (if equipped) double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
  • Page 145 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Compact disc auto changer only— To scan all the frequencies: Compact disc auto changer only— Quickly push and release “SCAN”. If you Repeating a disc: Scanning the first track of all the discs in hear a beep, you held the button too long, Push and hold “RPT”...
  • Page 146 TUNE (Tuning) start playing the same side. Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio After the end of the tape is reached, (ETR). Turn the knob clockwise to step up the player will automatically reverse the frequency.
  • Page 147 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) DType 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 148 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) Compact Disc Player (Program) These buttons are used to preset and If you want to fast forward or reverse Push “ ” to select the other side of a tune in radio stations.
  • Page 149 If the malfunction is not rectified, take and the right and left speakers. The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduc- For front/rear adjustment, push “CONTROL tion, play your tapes with this button on / MODE”...
  • Page 150 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) FM1·2 Compact disc auto changer only— Compact Disc Player Push “FM1·2” to turn on the radio and To randomly play all the tracks in the There are two repeat features—You can select the FM band. “FM1” or “FM2” will magazine: either replay a disc track or a whole com- appear on the display.
  • Page 151 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SCAN Compact Disc Player SEEK (Seeking) Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- Radio ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on In the seek mode, the radio finds and scan the first tracks of all the discs in the a band or scan only the preset stations plays the next station up or down the...
  • Page 152 Usually, a problem with radio reception ST (Stereo reception) display does not mean there is a problem with Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio your radio—it is just the normal result of Your radio automatically changes to stereo (ETR). Turn the knob clockwise to step up conditions outside the vehicle.
  • Page 153 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Here are some common reception prob- Use high–quality cassettes. lems that probably do not indicate a prob- Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low–quality cassette tapes can cause lem with your radio: the upper atmosphere—especially at night. many problems, including poor sound, These reflected signals can interfere with inconsistent...
  • Page 154 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries.
  • Page 155 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Your compact disc player cannot play CAUTION discs with a special shape, label or low–quality compact discs such Compact disc players use an invisible those shown here. Do not use them as laser beam which could cause hazard- the player could be damaged.
  • Page 156 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settings .

  • Page 157: Controls

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  • Page 158 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Fan speed selector This position allows the air intake to select FRESH automatically. This is to Turn the knob to adjust the fan speed—to clean up the front view more quickly. the right to increase, to the left to de- crease.
  • Page 159 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. 1. Recirculate (indicator light is on)—Re- circulates the air inside the vehicle.

  • Page 160: Air Flow Selector Settings

    ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 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.
  • Page 161 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) When driving on dusty roads, close all Heating Air conditioning windows. If dust thrown up by the ve- For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recommended Fan speed—Any setting except “OFF”...
  • Page 162 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Defogging On humid days, do not blow cold air To heat the vehicle interior while de- on the windshield—the difference be- frosting windshield, choose The inside of the windshield tween the outside and inside tempera- floor/windshield air flow.

  • Page 163: Side Vents

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Checking and replacing the Side vents air conditioning filter If air flow control is not satisfactory, check The air conditioning filter is behind the 1. Open the glove box. Remove the the side vents. The side vents may be glove box.
  • Page 164 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 2. Push each side of the glove box to 3. Remove the filter cover as shown in 4. Pull the filter out of the filter outlet. disconnect the claws. the illustration. Inspect the filter on the surface. If it is dirty, it should be replaced.
  • Page 165 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) When inserting the filter in the filter outlet, keep the arrow pointing up. INFORMATION The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position. The use of air condi- tioning with the air filter removed may cause deteriorated dustproof per- formance and then affect air condi- tioning performance.
  • Page 166 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Clock ............Cigarette lighter and portable ashtrayay .

  • Page 167: Clock

    Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed fire. After using the ashtray, push down play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one the lid completely. o’clock). Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or To detach the ashtray, pull it out. When instrument panel lights equivalent for replacement.

  • Page 168: Power Outlets

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Power outlets The power outlets are designed for CAUTION power supply for car accessories. The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” To reduce the chance of injury in position for the power outlet to be used. case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, always completely close NOTICE...

  • Page 169: Compass

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Compass The compass indicates the direction The vehicle is in a place where the that the vehicle is heading. In the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in- above case, it shows that the vehicle is terference by artificial magnetic fields heading north.
  • Page 170 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Compass sensor CALIBRATING THE COMPASS (deviation calibration) The compass sensor is in the inside The direction display on the compass rear view mirror. deviates from the true direction deter- mined by the earth’s magnetic field. The NOTICE angle of deviation varies according to the geographic position of the vehicle.
  • Page 171 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) After calibration, leaving the system for several seconds returns it to the compass Hawaii: mode. Samoa: 5 Guam: Saipan: 8 CAUTION Do not adjust the display while the vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle is stopped.
  • Page 172 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Perform circling calibration just after you have purchased your Toyota. And then always perform circling calibration after the battery has been removed, re- placed or disconnected. Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to in-...

  • Page 173: Glove Box

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Glove box Auxiliary boxes Type A Type C To open the glove box door, pull the lever. To use the box, pull on the handle. CAUTION CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, case of an accident or a sudden...

  • Page 174: Rear Console Box

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Rear console box UPPER TRAY (on some models) To access the upper tray, raise the con- sole box lid without touching the lock release lever. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the console box closed while driving.

  • Page 175: Cup Holders

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Cup holders Floor mat The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink–cans securely. Rear: To use the holder, pull it out. CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink–cans in the cup holder, such items...
  • Page 176 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor slips and interferes with movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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  • Page 178: Information Before Driving Your Toyota

    ....... Your Toyota’s identification ........

  • Page 179: Break-In Period

    To help prevent gas station mix–ups, your Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening. rating or research octane number lower your vehicle: The special nozzle on pumps with un- than stated above will cause persistent Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).
  • Page 180 If you use gasohol in your problems. is expected to be applied world wide. Toyota, be sure that it has an octane The WWFC consists of three categories rating no lower than 87. _ If driveability problems occur (poor that depend on required emission lev-...

  • Page 181: Fuel Pump Shut Off System

    Operation in foreign countries Three–way catalytic converters The fuel pump shut off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country... risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls First, comply with the vehicle registration or an airbag inflates upon collision.

  • Page 182: Engine Exhaust Cautions

    Remember, your Toyota time to time. If you hit something, cause the engine to misfire, creat- dealer knows your vehicle and its or notice a change in the sound of ing an excessive load on the three–...

  • Page 183: Facts About Engine Oil Consumptionon

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Facts about engine oil consumption FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL Oil is also used to lubricate the stems Keep the trunk lid closed while of the intake valves. Some of this oil Engine oil has the primary functions of driving.

  • Page 184: Iridium-Tipped Spark Plugs

    Have your is essential that the oil level be checked brakes fixed immediately. regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil level be checked every time you refuel Your engine is fitted with iridium–tipped BRAKE BOOSTER the vehicle. spark plugs.
  • Page 185 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) You may hear a click or motor sound in Effective way to press the ABS brake CAUTION the engine compartment for a few seconds pedal: When the anti–lock brake system when the engine is started or just after function is in action, you may feel the Do not pump the brake pedal if the the vehicle is started.
  • Page 186 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) CAUTION Anti–lock brake system is not de- signed to shorten the stopping dis- overestimate anti–lock tance: Always drive at the moderate speed and maintain a safe distance brake system: Although the anti–lock brake system assists in providing ve- from the vehicle in front of you.

  • Page 187: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators

    Expensive ro- the warning light system. Contact your tor damage can result if the pads are not Toyota dealer as soon as possible to replaced when necessary. service the vehicle. The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”...

  • Page 188: Luggage Stowage Precautions

    This is the primary identification number vehicle capacity weight specified on possible. for your Toyota. It is used in registering page 234 in Section 8. Never allow anyone to ride in the the ownership of your vehicle.

  • Page 189: Theft Prevention Labels

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Theft prevention labels (except —Engine number for Canada) Your new vehicle carries theft preven- tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat- ing the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles.

  • Page 190: Suspension And Chassis

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Suspension and chassis Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Do not modify the suspension/chassis Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high–speed capability with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
  • Page 191 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 192 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .

  • Page 193: Before Starting The Engine

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) How to start the engine— Before starting the engine (a) Before cranking (b) Starting the engine 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. Before starting the engine, be sure to fol- fore entering it.

  • Page 194: Tips For Driving In Various Conditionsns

    Other- work safely, pull to the side of the road wise, the impact could cause severe and call a Toyota dealer for assistance. damage to the tires and/or wheels. When parking on a hill, turn the front...

  • Page 195: Winter Driving Tips

    When it is extremely cold, we recommend whether the tires on your vehicle Use a washer fluid containing an anti- to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to are high–speed capability tires or freeze solution. provide protection down to about –50_C not before driving at such speeds.

  • Page 196: Dinghy Towing

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Dinghy towing Dinghy towing (with automatic transmission) (with manual transmission) Do not use your parking brake when there is a possibility it could freeze. When parking, put the transmission into “P” (automatic) or into first or reverse (manual) and block the rear wheels.

  • Page 197: Trailer Towing

    Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or NOTICE malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
  • Page 198 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- The load on either the front or rear ent weight capacities established by axle resulting from distribution of the hitch manufacturer. Even though the gross vehicle weight on both the vehicle may be physically capa- axles must not exceed the Gross ble of towing a higher weight, the...
  • Page 199 Lubricate the hitch aged or separated. For correct safety ball with a light coat of grease. chain procedures, follow the hitch or Toyota recommends removing the trail- trailer manufacturer’s recommenda- Tongue load er hitch whenever you are not towing tions.
  • Page 200 Make sure the trailer cargo is securely move the trailer to the right. (This pro- loaded so that it can not shift. Toyota recommends that you do not cedure is generally opposite to that tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a Check that your rear view mirrors con- when backing without a trailer).
  • Page 201 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Because stopping distance may be in- Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- Because of the added load of the trail- creased, vehicle–to–vehicle distance versely affect handling of your vehicle er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat should be increased when towing a and trailer, causing sway.

  • Page 202: How To Save Fuel And Make Your Vehicle Last Longerer

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer When restarting out after parking on a Improving fuel economy is easy—just take CAUTION slope: it easy. It will help make your vehicle last longer, too.
  • Page 203 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Avoid long engine idling. If you have Keep front wheels in proper CAUTION a long wait and you are not in traffic, alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and it is better to turn off the engine and slow down on rough roads.
  • Page 204 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while drivingng .

  • Page 205: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start

    If the engine still will not start, it needs when the starter is cranked, the battery adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer is discharged. You may try jump start- or qualified repair shop for assistance.
  • Page 206 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) (c) Jump starting To avoid serious personal injury and JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE The gas normally produced by a damage to your vehicle which might re- 1. If the booster battery is installed in battery will explode if a flame or sult from battery explosion, acid burns, another vehicle, make sure the vehicles spark is brought near.
  • Page 207 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Positive terminal (“+” mark) Discharged battery Discharged battery Jumper Positive Booster Jumper cable cable Negative terminal terminal Booster battery battery (“–” mark) (“+” mark) Connecting point 4. Make the cable connections in the or- c.

  • Page 208: If Your Engine Stalls While Drivingng

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) If your engine stalls while driving If your vehicle overheats 5. Start your engine in the normal way. If your engine stalls while driving... your engine coolant temperature After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm gauge indicates overheating, if you ex- 1.

  • Page 209: If You Have A Flat Tire

    You should have it checked as Park on a level spot with firm ground. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
  • Page 210 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Do not put any part of your body Use the jack only for lifting your under the vehicle supported by the vehicle during wheel changing. jack. Otherwise, personal injury may Do not raise the vehicle with some- occur.
  • Page 211 CAUTION The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your Toyota. Vehicles with compact spare tire Do not use it on any other vehicle. Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
  • Page 212 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 1. Get the required tools and spare tire. Vehicles with compact spare tire 1. Wheel nut wrench 2. Jack handle 3. Tool holder 4. Jack 5. Spare tire Vehicles without compact spare tire 1. Tool bag 2.
  • Page 213 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Removing wheel ornament —Blocking the wheel (steel wheels only) —Loosening wheel nuts 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite 3. Remove the wheel ornament. 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. the flat tire to keep the vehicle from Pry off the wheel ornament, using the Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- rolling when it is jacked up.
  • Page 214 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in point as shown.
  • Page 215 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Changing wheels —Reinstalling wheel nuts 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a tight.
  • Page 216 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Reinstalling wheel ornament —Lowering your vehicle (steel wheels only) CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured the vehicle is lowered to the ground.

  • Page 217: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Toweded

    11. Check the air pressure of the re- If towing is necessary, we recommend (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— placed tire. you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- —From front Adjust the air pressure to the specification vice.
  • Page 218 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck Automatic transmission: (c) Towing with sling type From front—Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the front truck wheels. NOTICE NOTICE When lifting wheels, take care to en- sure adequate ground clearance for Never tow a vehicle with an automatic towing at the opposite end of the...
  • Page 219 If towing is necessary, we recommend towing eyelet and towing cable or you to have it done by your Toyota chain. The eyelet and towing cable or dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- chain may break and cause serious vice.

  • Page 220: If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Leverer

    If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever If you lose your keys You can purchase a new key at your Toyota dealer if you can give them the key number. See the suggestion given in “Keys” on page 10 in Section 1–2.

  • Page 221: If You Lose Your Wireless Remote Control Transmitterr

    Have the registered identification numbers of your transmitters deleted from your ve- hicle by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft or an accident. Then, have the identification number of your new transmitter registered.
  • Page 222 ..... . . Washing and waxing your Toyota ......
  • Page 223 Now, it is up to you. Proper more harm than good to simply wet the High ambient temperatures can cause care of your Toyota can help ensure long– mud and debris without removing them. corrosion to those components of the term corrosion prevention.
  • Page 224 ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Washing and waxing your Toyota Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- Washing your Toyota 1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- ter and dirt can accumulate under the move any mud or road salt from the...
  • Page 225 Always remove the plastic bumpers if make sure it is removed before driv- your vehicle is re–painted and placed NOTICE ing your Toyota through an automatic in a high heat paint waxing booth. car wash. High temperatures could damage the Do not use organic substances (gaso- bumpers.
  • Page 226 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 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-...
  • Page 227 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Windows _ If you use a liquid car freshener, do NOTICE The windows may be cleaned with any not spill the liquid onto the ve- _ If a stain should fail to come out household window cleaner.
  • Page 228 _ Improper cleaning of the leather up- holstery could result in discolor- ation or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
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  • Page 230 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
  • Page 231 Simple instructions for how to per- or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be dating this warranty. See “Owner’s War- form them are presented on page 201 in pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
  • Page 232 Toyota dealer or a quali- ness. Tighten them if necessary. fied service shop immediately. It is recom- Tire rotation...
  • Page 233 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) INSIDE THE VEHICLE Seat belts Automatic transmission “Park” mecha- Check that the seat belt system such as nism Items listed below should be checked buckles, retractors and anchors operate Check the lock release button of the se- regularly, e.g.
  • Page 234 If you notice any of these clues, take your Check the battery condition by the indica- mance, sounds, and visual tip–offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as tor color. See page 222 in Section 7–3 for indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
  • Page 235 Contact your Toyota dealer to even the malfunction indicator lamp does service the vehicle. not come on, contact your Toyota dealer Even if the malfunction indicator lamp to prepare the vehicle for re–testing. does not come on, your vehicle may not pass the I/M test as readiness codes have not been set in the OBD system.
  • Page 236 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .

  • Page 237: Engine Compartment Overview

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Engine compartment overview 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil level dipstick 3. Engine coolant reservoir 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Fuse block 7. Battery 8. Radiator 9. Electric cooling fan 10.

  • Page 238: Fuse Locations

    Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This section gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Section 6, there are still a number of items that must be done by a qualified technician with special tools.
  • Page 239 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) CAUTION Be sure that the ignition is off if Be extremely cautious when work- you work near the electric cooling ing on the battery. It contains poi- When the engine is running, keep fans or radiator grille. With the sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.

  • Page 240: Positioning The Jack

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Positioning the jack When jacking up your vehicle with the r Do not reuse iridium–tipped spark jack, position jack correctly as plugs by cleaning or regapping. shown in the illustrations. r Do not overfill automatic transmis- sion fluid, transmission...

  • Page 241: Parts And Tools

    Parts (if level is low): the vehicle is supported by the jack nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 alone; use vehicle support stands. signed in metric sizes, so your tools must brake fluid be metric.
  • Page 242 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) ADDING WASHER FLUID Parts: Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: Funnel REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Parts: Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in “Re- placing light bulbs” on page 225 in Section 7–3.) Tools: Screwdriver...
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  • Page 244 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .

  • Page 245: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Checking the engine oil level ENGINE OIL SELECTION NOTICE Use API grade SL “Energy–Conserving” or Low level Full level Be careful not to drop the engine oil ILSAC multigrade engine oil. on the vehicle components. Recommended viscosity: SAE 5W–30 If the oil level is below or only slightly...

  • Page 246: Checking The Engine Coolant Level

    Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap, radiator cap and drain cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. ILSAC certification mark 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...

  • Page 247: Checking The Radiator And Condenserr

    We recommend to use 50% solution for If any of the above parts are extremely CAUTION your Toyota, to provide protection down to dirty or you are not sure of their condi- about –35_C (–31_F). When it is extreme- tion, take your vehicle to Toyota dealer.

  • Page 248: Checking Brake Fluid

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Checking brake fluid Checking power steering fluid If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or If hot O.K. FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir. Remove and replace the reservoir cap by If cold O.K.

  • Page 249: Checking Tire Pressure

    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...

  • Page 250: Checking And Replacing Tires

    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.

  • Page 251: Rotating Tires

    See “If you have a flat tire” on page 174 Toyota recommends all four tires, or at in Section 4 for tire change procedure. least both front or rear tires be re- Vehicles with compact spare tire When rotating tires, check for uneven placed as a set.

  • Page 252: Installing Snow Tires And Chains

    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.

  • Page 253: Replacing Wheels

    This must be observed on compact spare tire, too. Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-...

  • Page 254: Aluminum Wheel Precautions

    1600 km (1000 miles). When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
  • Page 255 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 256 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION – DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .

  • Page 257: Checking Battery Condition

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Checking battery condition— —Precautions —Checking battery exterior Terminals CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and explosive hydrogen gas.

  • Page 258: Battery Recharging Precautions

    Charging necessary. Have battery Dark White checked by your NOTICE Toyota dealer. Clear or Have battery Never recharge the battery while the light checked by your engine is running. Also, be sure all yellow Toyota dealer.

  • Page 259: Checking And Replacing Fuses

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Checking and replacing fuses Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull–out tool. The location of the pull–out tool is shown in the illustration. Type A If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good.

  • Page 260: Adding Washer Fluid

    When replacing tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as light comes on, the washer tank may be a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and soon as possible.
  • Page 261 Toyota dealer. Front fog lights — Trunk light Rear side marker 3157 27/8 A: HB3 halogen bulbs and stop/tail lights...
  • Page 262 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Headlights High beam (inside) Low beam (outside) Removing clip 1. Open the hood. 2. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to the front of the vehicle as shown. LEFT–HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the clip with a Phillips–head screwdriver and move the air cleaner duct as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 263 4. Install a new bulb and connector ing the lock release. into the mounting hole. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 264 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Front fog lights 1. Loosen the retainer nut and take out 2. Unplug the connector while depress- 3. Turn the cover counterclockwise and the beam unit. ing on the tab. remove it. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 265 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 4. Disconnect the cords. 5. Release the bulb retaining spring 6. Connect the cords and install the and remove the bulb. Install a new cover by turning it clockwise. Then bulb and the bulb retaining spring. plug in the connector.
  • Page 266 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —Rear side marker, stop/tail and rear turn signal lights —Back–up lights a: Rear side marker and stop/tail lights Use a flat–bladed screwdriver or equiva- b: Rear turn signal light lent. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 267 ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) —High mounted stoplight —License plate lights If either of the license plate lights burns out, contact your Toyota dealer. NOTICE Do not try to replace the license plate light bulbs by yourself. You may dam- age the vehicle.
  • Page 268 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and weight ........Engine .
  • Page 269 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Dimensions and weight Engine Fuel mm (in.) Model: Fuel type: 1ZZ–FE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Overall length 4530 (178.3) (Research Octane Number 91) or higher Type: Overall width 1700 (66.9) 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp.
  • Page 270 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014) With filter 3.7 (3.9, 3.3) Coolant type: Spark plug type: Without filter 3.5 (3.7, 3.1) “TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva- DENSO SK16R11 Oil grade: lent IFR5A11 API grade SL “Energy–Conserving” or With ethylene–glycol type coolant for a Spark plug gap, mm(in.):...
  • Page 271 Manual Supplement”. When Fluid type: changing the automatic transmission fluid, SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 use only Toyota Genuine ATF Type T–IV (ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in assuring optimum transaxle performance. 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 272 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Tires Fuses Tire size and pressure: kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire size Front Rear Wheel size P185/65R15 86S 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30) 6 JJ P195/65R15 89S 210 (2.1, 30) 210 (2.1, 30) 6 JJ Compact spare tire kPa (kgf/cm...
  • Page 273 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 8. DOME 15 A: Car audio system, clock, 19. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted personal lights, interior light, trunk light, stoplight, anti–lock brake system, shift open door warning light, wireless re- lock control system, engine control sys- mote control system tem, cruise control system 9.

  • Page 274: 2003 My Corolla_U (Om12744U)

    WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 30. WASHER 15 A: Windshield washer 31. M–HTR/DEF I–UP 10 A: Engine control system Fuses (type B) 32. ABS NO.1 30 A: Anti–lock brake sys- 33. RDI FAN 30 A: Electric cooling fan 34. ABS NO.2 40 A: Anti–lock brake sys- 35.
  • Page 275 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 276 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) SECTION REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... . Uniform tire quality grading .
  • Page 277 Toyota Motor Washington,D.C. 20590. You can quality grading. Sales, U.S.A., Inc. also obtain other information about Your Toyota dealer will help answer any (Toll–free: 1–800–331–4331). motor vehicle safety from the Hot- questions you may have as you read this line.
  • Page 278 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) Treadwear—The treadwear grade Temperature A, B, C—The temperature comparative rating based on the wear rate grades are A (the highest), B, and C, of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the conditions on a specified government test generation of heat and its ability to dissi- course.
  • Page 279 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) 2003 MY COROLLA_U (OM12744U) WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 280 WWW.MANUALS.WS ’03 Corolla U (L/O 0201) eU−7 Quick index D If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on ..D If your vehicle will not start ........D If your engine stalls while driving .

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