Toyota Corolla (2020 year). Owner's manual - part 33

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

cleared. When the battery is 

depleted, have the vehicle 

inspected at your Toyota dealer.

●

Some systems may require initial-

ization. (P.556)

■

When removing the battery ter-

minals

When the battery terminals are 

removed, the information stored in 

the ECU is cleared. Before remov-

ing the battery terminals, contact 

your Toyota dealer.

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Charging the battery

The electricity stored in the battery 

will discharge gradually even when 

the vehicle is not in use, due to nat-

ural discharge and the draining 

effects of certain electrical appli-

ances. If the vehicle is left for a long 

time, the battery may discharge, 

and the engine may be unable to 

start. (The battery recharges auto-

matically during driving.)

■

When recharging or replacing 

the battery (vehicles with a 

smart key system)

●

In some cases, it may not be pos-

sible to unlock the doors using the 

smart key system when the bat-

tery is discharged. Use the wire-

less remote control or the 

mechanical key to lock or unlock 

the doors.

●

The engine may not start on the 

first attempt after the battery has 

recharged but will start normally 

after the second attempt. This is 

not a malfunction.

●

The engine switch mode is memo-

rized by the vehicle. When the 

battery is reconnected, the system 

will return to the mode it was in 

before the battery was dis-

charged. Before disconnecting the 

battery, turn the engine switch off.

If you are unsure what mode the 

engine switch was in before the 

battery discharged, be especially 

careful when reconnecting the 

battery.

■

When replacing the battery

●

Use a battery that conforms to 

European regulations.

●

Use a battery with the same case 

size as the previous battery and 

an equivalent 20 hour rate capac-

ity (20HR) or greater.

• If the sizes differ, the battery can-

not be properly secured.

• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, 

even if the time period where the 

vehicle is not used is a short time, 

the battery may discharge and the 

engine may not be able to start.

●

For details, consult your Toyota 

dealer.

WARNING

■

When removing the battery 

terminals

Always remove the negative (-) 

terminal first. If the positive (+) ter-

minal contacts any metal in the 

surrounding area when the posi-

tive (+) terminal is removed, a 

spark may occur, leading to a fire 

in addition to electrical shocks 

and death or serious injury.

■

Avoiding battery fires or 

explosions

Observe the following precautions 

to prevent accidentally igniting the 

flammable gas that may be emit-

ted from the battery:

●

Make sure each jumper cable is 

connected to the correct termi-

nal and that it is not unintention-

ally in contact with any other 

than the intended terminal.

●

Do not allow the other end of 

the jumper cable connected to 

the “+” terminal to come into 

contact with any other parts or 

metal surfaces in the area, such 

as brackets or unpainted metal.

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Whe

n tr

ouble

 ar

ises

1

Stop the vehicle in a safe 
place and turn off the air con-
ditioning system, and then 
stop the engine.

2

If you see steam: Carefully lift 
the hood after the steam sub-
sides.
If you do not see steam: 
Carefully lift the hood.

3

After the engine has cooled 
down sufficiently, inspect the 

WARNING

●

Do not allow the + and - clamps 

of the jumper cables to come 

into contact with each other.

●

Do not smoke, use matches, 

cigarette lighters or allow open 

flame near the battery.

■

Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous 

and corrosive acidic electrolyte, 

while related parts contain lead 

and lead compounds. Observe 

the following precautions when 

handling the battery:

●

When working with the battery, 

always wear safety glasses and 

take care not to allow any bat-

tery fluids (acid) to come into 

contact with skin, clothing or the 

vehicle body.

●

Do not lean over the battery.

●

In the event that battery fluid 

comes into contact with the skin 

or eyes, immediately wash the 

affected area with water and 

seek medical attention. Place a 

wet sponge or cloth over the 

affected area until medical 

attention can be received.

●

Always wash your hands after 

handling the battery support, 

terminals, and other bat-

tery-related parts.

●

Do not allow children near the 

battery.

NOTICE

■

When handling jumper cables

When connecting the jumper 

cables, ensure that they do not 

become entangled in the cooling 

fan or engine drive belt.

If your vehicle over-

heats

The following may indicate 
that your vehicle is over-
heating.



The engine coolant tem-
perature gauge (P.77, 81) 
is in the red zone or a loss 
of engine power is experi-
enced. (For example, the 
vehicle speed does not 
increase.)



“Engine Coolant Temp High 
Stop in a Safe Place See 
Owner’s Manual” is shown 
on the multi-information dis-
play.



Steam comes out from 
under the hood.

Correction procedures

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hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.

Radiator
Cooling fan

If a large amount of coolant leaks, 
immediately contact your Toyota 
dealer.

4

The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the 
“FULL” and “LOW” lines on 
the reservoir.

Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line

5

Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.

Water can be used in an emer-

gency if engine coolant is unavail-

able.

6

Start the engine and turn the 
air conditioning system on to 
check that the radiator cool-
ing fan operates and to check 
for coolant leaks from the 
radiator or hoses.

The fan operates when the air con-

ditioning system is turned on imme-

diately after a cold start. Confirm 

that the fan is operating by check-

ing the fan sound and air flow. If it is 

difficult to check these, turn the air 

conditioning system on and off 

repeatedly. (The fan may not oper-

ate in freezing temperatures.)

7

If the fan is not operating: 
Stop the engine immediately 
and contact your Toyota 
dealer.
If the fan is operating: Have 
the vehicle inspected at the 
nearest Toyota dealer.

WARNING

■

When inspecting under the 

hood of your vehicle

Observe the following precau-

tions. Failure to do so may result 

in serious injury such as burns.

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8

Whe

n tr

ouble

 ar

ises

1

Stop the engine. Set the 
parking brake and shift the 
shift lever to P (continuously 
variable transmission) or N 
(manual transmission).

2

Remove the mud, snow or 
sand from around the front 
wheels.

3

Place wood, stones or some 
other material under the front 
wheels to help provide trac-
tion.

4

Restart the engine.

5

Shift the shift lever to D or R 
(continuously variable trans-
mission) or 1 or R (manual 
transmission) and release 
the parking brake. Then, 
while exercising caution, 
depress the accelerator 
pedal.

■

When it is difficult to free the 

vehicle

Press the 

 switch to turn off 

TRAC.

WARNING

●

If steam is seen coming from 

under the hood, do not open the 

hood until the steam has sub-

sided. The engine compart-

ment may be very hot.

●

Keep hands and clothing (espe-

cially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) 

away from the fan and belts. 

Failure to do so may cause the 

hands or clothing to be caught, 

resulting in serious injury.

●

Do not loosen the coolant reser-

voir cap while the engine and 

radiator are hot.

High temperature steam or 

coolant could spray out.

NOTICE

■

When adding engine coolant

Add coolant slowly after the 

engine has cooled down suffi-

ciently. Adding cool coolant to a 

hot engine too quickly can cause 

damage to the engine.

■

To prevent damage to the 

cooling system

Observe the following precau-

tions:

●

Avoid contaminating the coolant 

with foreign matter (such as 

sand or dust etc.).

●

Do not use any coolant additive.

If the vehicle becomes 

stuck

Carry out the following pro-
cedures if the tires spin or 
the vehicle becomes stuck 
in mud, dirt or snow:

Recovering procedure

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WARNING

■

When attempting to free a 

stuck vehicle

If you choose to push the vehicle 

back and forth to free it, make 

sure the surrounding area is clear 

to avoid striking other vehicles, 

objects or people. The vehicle 

may also lunge forward or lunge 

back suddenly as it becomes free. 

Use extreme caution.

■

When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift 

lever with the accelerator pedal 

depressed.

This may lead to unexpected 

rapid acceleration of the vehicle 

that may cause an accident 

resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■

To avoid damaging the trans-

mission and other compo-

nents

●

Avoid spinning the front wheels 

and depressing the accelerator 

pedal more than necessary.

●

If the vehicle remains stuck 

even after these procedures are 

performed, the vehicle may 

require towing to be freed.

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Vehicle specifications

.

9-1. Specifications

Maintenance data (fuel, oil 

level, etc.)..................

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Fuel information ..........

535

Tire information ...........

537

9-2. Customization

Customizable features

..................................

548

9-3. Initialization

Items to initialize .........

556

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9-1. Specifications

9-1.Specifications

*1

:Unladen vehicles

*2

:1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) engine

*3

:2.0 L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS) engine

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Vehicle identification num-
ber

The vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN) is the legal identifier 
for your vehicle. This is the pri-
mary identification number for 
your Toyota. It is used in regis-
tering the ownership of your 
vehicle.
This number is stamped under 
the right-hand front seat.

This number is also stamped on 
the top left of the instrument 
panel.

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length

182.3 in. (4630 mm)

*2

182.5 in. (4635 mm)

*3

Overall width

70.1 in. (1780 mm)

Overall height

*1

56.5 in. (1435 mm)

Wheelbase

106.3 in. (2700 mm)

Tread

Front

60.3 in. (1531 mm)

Rear

60.8 in. (1544 mm)

Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)

825 lb. (375 kg)

*2

860 lb. (390 kg)

*3

Vehicle identification

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This number is also on the Certi-
fication Label.

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Engine number

The engine number is stamped 
on the engine block as shown.



1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) 
engine



2.0 L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS) 
engine

Engine

Model

1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE)

2.0 L 4-cylinder 
(M20A-FKS)

Type

4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, 
gasoline

4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, 
gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.17  3.48 in. (80.5  88.3 
mm)

3.17  3.84 in. (80.5  97.6 
mm)

Displacement

109.7 cu. in. (1798 cm

3

)

121.3 cu. in. (1987 cm

3

)

Valve clearance

Automatic adjustment

Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment

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Oil capacity (Drain and refill 
[Reference

*

])

*

: The engine oil capacity is a refer-

ence quantity to be used when 
changing the engine oil. Warm up 
and turn off the engine, wait more 
than 5 minutes, and check the oil 
level on the dipstick.

■

Engine oil selection

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is 
used in your Toyota vehicle. Use 
Toyota approved “Toyota Genu-
ine Motor Oil” or equivalent to 
satisfy the following grade and 
viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multi-
grade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 
0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice 
for good fuel economy and good 

starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available, 
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. 
However, it must be replaced 
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil 
change.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):

Outside temperature

Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained 
here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates 

the characteristic of the oil 
which allows cold startability. 
Oils with a lower value before 
the W allow for easier starting 
of the engine in cold weather.

• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the 

viscosity characteristic of the 
oil when the oil is at high tem-
perature. An oil with a higher 
viscosity (one with a higher 

Fuel

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane Rating

87 (Research Octane Number 91) or 
higher

Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)

13.2 gal. (50.0 L, 11.0 Imp. gal.)

Lubrication system (1.8 L 
4-cylinder [2ZR-FAE] 
engine)

With filter

4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp. 
qt.)

Without 
filter

4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp. 
qt.)

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value) may be better suited if 
the vehicle is operated at high 
speeds, or under extreme 
load conditions.

How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant 
Specification Advisory Commit-
tee (ILSAC) Certification Mark is 
added to some oil containers to 
help you select the oil you 
should use.

■

Oil capacity (Drain and refill 
[Reference

*

])

*

: The engine oil capacity is a refer-

ence quantity to be used when 
changing the engine oil. Warm up 
and turn off the engine, wait more 
than 5 minutes, and check the oil 
level on the dipstick.

■

Engine oil selection

“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is 

used in your Toyota vehicle. Use 
Toyota approved “Toyota Genu-
ine Motor Oil” or equivalent to 
satisfy the following grade and 
viscosity.
Oil grade: API SN/RC multi-
grade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 
0W-16

Outside temperature

SAE 0W-16 is the best choice 
for good fuel economy and good 
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-16 is not available, 
SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. 
However, it must be replaced 
with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil 
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is explained 
here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-16 indicates 

the characteristic of the oil 
which allows cold startability. 
Oils with a lower value before 
the W allow for easier starting 
of the engine in cold weather.

• The 16 in 0W-16 indicates the 

viscosity characteristic of the 
oil when the oil is at high tem-
perature. An oil with a higher 

Lubrication system (2.0 L 
4-cylinder [M20A-FKS] 
engine)

With filter

4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 Imp. 
qt.)

Without 

filter

4.5 qt. (4.3 L, 3.8 Imp. 
qt.)

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viscosity (one with a higher 
value) may be better suited if 
the vehicle is operated at high 
speeds, or under extreme 
load conditions.

How to read oil container label:
API registered marks is added 
to some oil containers to help 
you select the oil you should 

use.

Cooling system

Capacity (Reference)



1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) engine

Continuously variable transmission:
6.1 qt. (5.8 L, 5.1 Imp. qt.)
Manual transmission:
5.9 qt. (5.6 L, 4.9 Imp. qt.)



2.0 L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS) engine

Continuously variable transmission:
6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)
Manual transmission:
6.2 qt. (5.9 L, 5.2 Imp. qt.)

Coolant type

Use either of the following:
 “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
 Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based 

non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and 
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic 
acid technology

Do not use plain water alone.

Ignition system (spark plug)

Make



1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) engine

DENSO FC16HR-Q8



2.0 L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS) engine

DENSO FC20HR-Q8

Gap

0.032 in. (0.8 mm)

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*

: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.

If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

■

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

Electrical system (battery)

Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):

12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch off and turn on the 
high beam headlights for 30 seconds.)

Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge

15 A max.
5 A max.

Continuously variable transmission

Fluid capacity

*



1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) engine

7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)



2.0 L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS) engine

9.0 qt. (8.5 L, 7.5 Imp. qt.)

Fluid type

Toyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE

NOTICE

■

Continuously variable transmission fluid type

Using continuously variable transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine 

CVT Fluid FE” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of trans-

mission accompanied by vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s 

transmission.

Manual transmission

Gear oil capacity (Reference)



1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FAE) engine

2.5 qt. (2.4 L, 2.1 Imp. qt.)



2.0 L 4-cylinder (M20A-FKS) engine

1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)

Gear oil type

“TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission 
Gear Oil LV GL-4 75W” or equivalent

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NOTICE

■

Manual transmission gear oil type

●

Please be aware that depending on the particular characteristics of the 

gear oil used or the operating conditions, idle sound, shift feeling and/or 

fuel efficiency may be different or affected and, in the worst case, dam-

age to the vehicle’s transmission.

Toyota recommends to use “TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission 

Gear Oil LV GL-4 75W” to achieve optimal performance.

●

Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmis-

sion Gear Oil LV GL-4 75W” at the factory.

Use Toyota approved “TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil 

LV GL-4 75W” or an equivalent oil of matching quality that satisfies the 

above specifications.

Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

Clutch

Pedal free play

0.1  0.6 in. (3  15 mm)

Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704

Brakes

Pedal clearance

*1

4.1 in. (105 mm) Min.

Pedal free play

0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)

Parking brake lever travel

*2, 3

5  8 clicks

Brake pad wear limit



Front

0.06 in. (1.5 mm)



Rear

Vehicles without a electric parking brake:
0.06 in. (1.5 mm)
Vehicles with a electric parking brake:
0.08 in. (2.0 mm)

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*1

:Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 

N, 30.6 kgf) while the engine is running.

*2

:If equipped

*3

:Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45.0 lbf (200 N, 

20.4 kgf)

*4

:Make sure to confirm that the brake system warning light (yellow) does 

not illuminate. (If the brake system warning light illuminates, refer to 
P.481.)



Type A

Parking brake indicator

*4

When pulling the parking brake switch for 
1 to 2 seconds: comes on
When pushing the parking brake switch for 
1 to 2 seconds: turns off

Fluid type

FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

Tires and wheels

Tire size

195/65R15 91S, T125/70D17 98M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)



Front

38 psi (260 kPa, 2.6 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Rear

36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)

Wheel size

15  6 1/2J, 17  4T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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

Type B



Type C



Type D

Tire size

205/55R16 91H, T125/70D17 98M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)



Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Rear

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)

Wheel size

16  7J, 17  4T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

205/55R16 91V, T125/70D17 98M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)



Front

32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Rear

32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)

Wheel size

16  7J, 17  4T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

225/40R18 88V, T125/70D17 98M

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)



Front

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Rear

30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Spare

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)

Wheel size

18  8J, 17  4T (compact spare)

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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9-1. Specifications

9

Vehicle

 specificatio

ns



Type E



Type F

Tire size

195/65R15 91S

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)



Front

38 psi (260 kPa, 2.6 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Rear

36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Spare

None

Wheel size

15  6 1/2J

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Tire size

205/55R16 91H

Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire 
inflation pressure)



Front

35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Rear

33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

2

 or bar)



Spare

None

Wheel size

16  7J

Wheel nut torque

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

Light bulbs

Light bulbs

Bulb No.

W

Type

Exterior

Front side marker lights

—

5

A

Front turn signal /parking lights 
(vehicles without side turn signal 
lights)

7444NA

28/8

B

Rear side marker lights (bulb 
type)

—

5

A

Rear turn signal lights

—

21

B

Back-up lights

—

16

A