If You Think Something Is Wrong - Toyota Corolla Instruction Manual

If you think something is wrong

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
 Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
 Vehicles without a multi-information display: High engine coolant
temperature warning light comes on.
 Vehicles with a multi-information display: engine coolant tempera-
ture gauge needle continually points higher than normal.
Audible symptoms
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when cornering
 Strange noises related to the suspension system
 Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Operational symptoms
 Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
 Appreciable loss of power
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
 Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
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