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Toyota Corolla Hatchback (2019 year). Instruction - part 10

Break−in period

Fuel

Drive gently and avoid high speeds.

FUEL TYPE

If your engine knocks...

Your vehicle does not need an elaborate

Your new vehicle must use only un-

If you detect heavy knocking even when

break−in. But following a few simple tips

leaded gasoline.

using the recommended fuel, or if you

for the first

1600 km (1000 miles) can add

hear steady knocking while holding a

To help prevent gas station mix−ups, your

to the future economy and long life of

steady speed on level roads, consult your

Toyota has a smaller fuel tank opening.

your vehicle:

Toyota dealer.

The special nozzle on pumps with un-

D Avoid full throttle acceleration when

leaded fuel will fit it, but the larger stan-

However, occasionally, you may notice

starting and driving.

dard nozzle on pumps with leaded gas will

light knocking for a short time while accel-

not.

erating or driving up hills. This is normal

D Avoid racing the engine.

and there is no need for concern.

At a minimum, the gasoline you use

D Try to avoid hard stops during the first

should meet specifications of ASTM

GASOLINES CONTAINING DETERGENT

300 km (200 miles).

D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB 3.5−M93

ADDITIVES

D Do not drive slowly with the manual

in Canada.

Toyota recommends the use of gasoline

transmission in a high gear.

that contain detergent additives to

D Do not drive for a long time at any

NOTICE

avoid build−up of engine deposits.

single speed, either fast or slow.

Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of

However, all gasoline sold in the U.S.

leaded gasoline will cause the three−

contains detergent additives to keep clean

way catalytic converter to lose its ef-

and/or clean intake systems.

fectiveness and the emission control

system to function improperly. Also,

this can increase maintenance costs.

OCTANE RATING

Select Octane Rating 87

(Research Oc-

tane Number 91) or higher.

Use of unleaded fuel with an octane num-

ber or rating lower than stated above will

cause persistent heavy knocking. If se-

vere, this will lead to engine damage.

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QUALITY GASOLINE

OXYGENATES IN GASOLINE

GASOLINE QUALITY

Automotive manufacturers in the U.S.,

Toyota allows the use of oxygenate

In a very few cases, you may experience

Europe and Japan have developed a

blended gasoline where the oxygenate

drivability problems caused by the particu-

specification for quality fuel named

content is up to

10% ethanol or

15%

lar gasoline that you are using. If you

World−Wide Fuel Charter

(WWFC) that

MTBE. If you use gasohol in your

continue to have unacceptable drivability,

is expected to be applied world wide.

Toyota, be sure that it has an octane

try changing gasoline brands. If this does

The WWFC consists of four categories

rating no lower than 87.

not rectify your problem, then consult your

that depend on required emission lev-

Toyota dealer.

Toyota does not recommend the use of

els. In the U.S., category

3 has been

gasoline containing methanol.

adopted. The WWFC improves air quali-

NOTICE

GASOLINE CONTAINING MMT

ty by providing for better emissions in

z Do not use gasohol other than

vehicle fleets, and customer satisfaction

Some gasoline contain an octane en-

stated above. It will cause fuel sys-

through better vehicle performance.

hancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-

tem damage or vehicle performance

cropentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).

CLEANER BURNING GASOLINE

problems.

Toyota does not recommend the use of

Cleaner burning gasoline, including re-

z If drivability problems are encoun-

gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel con-

formulated gasoline that contains oxy-

tered (poor hot starting, vaporizing,

taining MMT is used, your emission con-

genates such as ethanol or MTBE is

engine knock, etc.), discontinue the

trol system may be adversely affected.

available in many areas.

use.

The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on the in-

Toyota recommends the use of cleaner

strument cluster may come on. If this hap-

z Take care not to spill gasohol dur-

burning gasoline and appropriately blended

pens, contact your Toyota dealer for ser-

ing refueling. Gasohol may cause

reformulated gasoline. These types of gas-

vice.

paint damage.

oline provide excellent vehicle perfor-

mance, reduce vehicle emissions, and im-

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

prove air quality.

45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp. gal.)

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Operation in foreign countries

Three−way catalytic converter

If you plan to drive your Toyota in

another country...

CAUTION

First, comply with the vehicle registration

D Keep people and combustible mate-

laws.

rials away from the exhaust pipe

Second, confirm the availability of the cor-

while the engine is running. The

rect fuel

(unleaded and minimum octane

exhaust gas is very hot.

number).

D Do not drive, idle or park your ve-

hicle over anything that might burn

easily such as grass, leaves, paper

or rags.

The three−way catalytic converter is an

emission control device installed in the

exhaust system.

The purpose is to reduce pollutants in the

exhaust gas.

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Engine exhaust cautions

NOTICE

z Keep your engine in good running

CAUTION

order. Malfunctions in the engine

A large amount of unburned gases

electrical system, electronic ignition

D Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.

flowing into the three−way catalytic

system/distributor ignition system

It contains carbon monoxide, which

converter may cause it to overheat

or fuel system could cause an ex-

is a colorless and odorless gas. It

and create a fire hazard. To prevent

tremely high three−way catalytic

can cause unconsciousness or even

this and other damage, observe the

converter temperature.

death.

following precautions:

z If the engine becomes difficult to

D Make sure the exhaust system has

z Use only unleaded gasoline.

start or stalls frequently, take your

no holes or loose connections. The

z Do not drive with an extremely low

vehicle in for a check−up as soon

system should be checked from

fuel level; running out of fuel could

as possible. 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−

three−way catalytic converter sys-

the exhaust, have the system

way catalytic converter.

tem best.

checked immediately.

z Do not allow the engine to run at

z To ensure that the three−way

D Do not run the engine in a garage

idle speed for more than

20 min-

catalytic converter and the entire

or enclosed area except for the

utes.

emission control system operate

time needed to drive the vehicle in

z Avoid racing the engine.

properly, your vehicle must receive

or out. The exhaust gases cannot

the periodic inspections required by

escape, making this a particularly

z Do not push−start or pull−start your

the Toyota Maintenance Schedule.

dangerous situation.

vehicle.

For

scheduled

maintenance

D Do not remain for a long time in a

z Do not turn off the ignition while

information, refer to the “Scheduled

parked vehicle with the engine run-

the vehicle is moving.

Maintenance Guide” or

“Owner’s

ning. If it is unavoidable, however,

Manual Supplement”.

do so only in an unconfined area

and adjust the heating or cooling

system to force outside air into the

vehicle.

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Brake system

As an example, if a vehicle is used for

IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The tandem master cylinder brake system

repeated short trips, and consumes a nor-

CHECK

is a hydraulic system with two separate

mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not

sub−systems. If either sub−system should

One of the most important points in prop-

show any drop in the oil level at all, even

fail, the other will still work. However, the

er vehicle maintenance is to keep the en-

after

1000 km (600 miles) or more. This

pedal will be harder to press, and your

gine oil at the optimum level so that oil

is because the oil is gradually becoming

stopping distance will increase. Also, the

function will not be impaired. Therefore, it

diluted with fuel or moisture, making it

brake system warning light may come on.

is essential that the oil level be checked

appear that the oil level has not changed.

regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil

The diluting ingredients evaporate out

level be checked every time you refuel

CAUTION

when the vehicle is then driven at high

the vehicle.

speeds, as on an express way, making it

Do not drive your vehicle with only a

appear that oil is excessively consumed

NOTICE

single brake system. Have your

brakes fixed immediately.

after driving at high speeds.

Failure to check the oil level regularly

could lead to serious engine trouble

BRAKE BOOSTER

due to insufficient oil.

The brake booster uses engine vacuum to

power−assist the brakes. If the engine

For detailed information on oil level check,

should quit while you are driving, you can

see “Checking the engine oil level” in Sec-

bring the vehicle to a stop with normal

tion

7−2.

pedal pressure. There is enough reserved

vacuum for one or two stops but no more!

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When the anti−lock brake system is ac-

Effective way to press the ABS brake

CAUTION

tivated, the following conditions may

pedal:

occur. They do not indicate a malfunc-

When the anti−lock brake system func-

D Do not pump the brake pedal if the

tion of the system:

tion is in action, you may feel the brake

engine stalls. Each push on the

pedal pulsating and hear a noise. In this

D You may hear the anti−lock brake sys-

pedal uses up your reserved vacu-

situation, to let the anti−lock brake sys-

tem operating and feel the brake pedal

um.

tem work for you, just hold the brake

pulsating and the vibrations of the ve-

D Even if the power assist is com-

pedal down more firmly. Do not pump

hicle body and steering wheel. You

pletely lost, the brakes will still

the brake in a panic stop. This will re-

may also hear the motor sound in the

work. But you will have to push the

sult in reduced braking performance.

engine compartment even after the ve-

pedal hard, much harder than nor-

hicle is stopped.

mal. And your braking distance will

The anti−lock brake system becomes op-

D At the end of the anti−lock brake sys-

increase.

erative after the vehicle has accelerated

tem activation, the brake pedal may

to a speed in excess of approximately 10

move a little forward.

km/h (6 mph). It stops operating when the

ANTI−LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM

vehicle decelerates to a speed below

The anti−lock brake system is designed

approximately

5 km/h (3 mph).

to automatically help prevent lock−up of

Depressing the brake pedal on slippery

the wheels during a sudden braking or

road surfaces such as on a manhole cov-

braking on slippery road surfaces. This

er, a steel plate at a construction site,

assists in providing directional stability

joints in a bridge, etc. on a rainy day

and steering performance of the vehicle

tends to activate the anti−lock brake sys-

under these circumstances.

tem.

You may hear a click or motor sound in

the engine compartment for a few seconds

when the engine is started or just after

the vehicle begins to move. This means

that the anti−lock brake system is in the

self−check mode, and does not indicate a

malfunction.

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CAUTION

Anti−lock brake system is not de-

signed to shorten the stopping dis-

Do not overestimate the anti−lock

tance: Always drive at a moderate

brake system: Although the anti−lock

speed and maintain a safe distance

brake system assists in providing ve-

from the vehicle in front of you.

hicle control, it is still important to

Compared with vehicles without an

drive with all due care and maintain

anti−lock brake system, your vehicle

a moderate speed and safe distance

may require a longer stopping dis-

from the vehicle in front of you, be-

tance in the following cases:

cause there are limits to the vehicle

D Driving on rough, gravel or snow−

stability and effectiveness of steering

covered roads.

wheel operation even with the anti−

D Driving with tire chains installed.

lock brake system on.

Type A

D Driving over the steps such as the

If tire grip performance exceeds its

joints on the road.

capability, or if hydroplaning occurs

during high speed driving in the rain,

D Driving on roads where the road

the anti−lock brake system does not

surface is pitted or has other differ-

provide vehicle control.

ences in surface height.

Install all

4 tire of specified size at

appropriate pressure: The anti−lock

brake system detects vehicle speeds

using the speed sensors for respec-

tive wheels’ turning speeds. The use

of tires other than specified may fail

to detect the accurate turning speed

resulting in a longer stopping dis-

tance.

Type B

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Brake pad wear limit indicators

“ABS” warning light

If either of the following conditions oc-

curs, this indicates a malfunction some-

This light comes on when the ignition key

where in the components monitored by

is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−

the warning light system. Contact your

lock brake system works properly, the

Toyota dealer as soon as possible to

light turns off after a few seconds. There-

service the vehicle.

after, if the system malfunctions, the light

comes on again.

D The light does not come on when the

ignition key is turned to the

“ON” posi-

When the “ABS” warning light is on (and

tion, or remains on.

the brake system warning light is off), the

anti−lock brake system does not operate,

D The light comes on while you are driv-

but the brake system still operates con-

ing.

ventionally.

A warning light turning on briefly during

When the “ABS” warning light is on (and

operation does not indicate a problem.

the brake system warning light is off), the

The brake pad wear limit indicators on

anti−lock brake system does not operate

your disc brakes give a warning noise

so that the wheels could lock up during

when the brake pads are worn to where

a sudden braking or braking on slippery

replacement is required.

road surfaces.

If you hear a squealing or scraping noise

while driving, have the brake pads

checked and replaced by your Toyota

dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro-

tor damage can result if the pads are not

replaced when necessary.

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Your Toyota’s identification—

—Vehicle identification

number

The vehicle identification number

(VIN) is

also on the Certification Label.

Type A

The vehicle identification number

(VIN)

is the legal identifier for your vehicle.

This number is on the left top of the

instrument panel, and can be seen

through the windshield from outside.

This is the primary identification number

for your Toyota. It is used in registering

the ownership of your vehicle.

Type B

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—Engine number

Theft prevention labels

Suspension and chassis

Your new vehicle carries theft preven-

tion labels which are approximately

47

CAUTION

mm (1.85 in.) by 12 mm (0.47 in.).

Do not modify the suspension/chassis

The purpose of these labels is to reduce

with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc. It

the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitat-

can cause dangerous vehicle handling

ing the tracing and recovery of parts from

characteristics, resulting in loss of

stolen vehicles. The label is designed so

control.

that once it is applied to a surface, any

attempt to remove it will result in destroy-

ing the integrity of the label. Transferring

these labels intact from one part to anoth-

er, will be impossible.

NOTICE

The engine number is stamped on the

engine block as shown.

You should not attempt to remove the

theft prevention labels as it may vio-

late certain state or federal laws.

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Tire information—

—Tire symbols (Standard tire)

This illustration indicates typical tire

symbols.

1. Tire size—For details, see “Tire

size” on page 161.

2. DOT and Tire Identification

Number (TIN)—For details, see

“DOT and Tire Identification Num-

ber (TIN)” on page 160.

3. Location of tread wear indica-

tors—For details, see “Checking

and replacing tires” on page 230.

4. Tire ply composition and mate-

rials—Plies mean a layer of rub-

ber−coated parallel cords. Cords

mean the strands forming the plies

in the tire.

5. Radial tires or bias−ply tires—A

radial tire has

“RADIAL” on the

sidewall. A tire not marked with

“RADIAL” is a bias−ply tire.

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—Tire symbols (Compact

spare tire)

This illustration indicates typical tire

symbols.

1.

“TEMPORARY USE ONLY”—A

compact spare tire is identified by

the phrase

“TEMPORARY USE

ONLY” molded into its sidewall.

This tire is designed for temporary

emergency use only. For details,

see “Compact spare tire” on page

186.

2.

Tire size—For details, see “Tire

size” on page 161.

3.

DOT and Tire Identification

Number (TIN)—For details, see

“DOT and Tire Identification Num-

ber (TIN)” on page 160.

4.

Location of tread wear indica-

tors—For details, see “Checking

and replacing tires” on page 230.

5.

Load limit at maximum cold tire

inflation pressure—For details,

see “Checking and replacing tires”

on page 230.

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—DOT and Tire Identification

Number (TIN)

6.

Maximum cold tire inflation

The “DOT” symbol certifies that the

pressure—This means the pres-

tire conforms to applicable Federal

sure to which a tire may be in-

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

flated. For recommended cold tire

inflation pressure, see “Tires” on

page 251.

7.

Tire ply composition and mate-

rials—Plies mean a layer of rub-

ber−coated parallel cords. Cords

mean the strands forming the plies

in the tire.

8.

“TUBELESS”

or

“TUBE

TYPE”—A tubeless tire does not

This illustration indicates typical DOT

have a tube inside the tire and air

and Tire Identification Number (TIN).

is directly filled in the tire. A tube

1.

“DOT” symbol

type tire has a tube inside the tire

and the tube maintains the air

2. Tire Identification Number (TIN)

pressure.

3. Tire manufacturer’s identification

9.

Radial tires or bias−ply tires—A

mark

radial tire has

“RADIAL” on the

4. Tire size code

sidewall. A tire not marked with

5. Manufacturer’s optional tire type

“RADIAL” is a bias−ply tire.

code

6. Manufacturing week

7. Manufacturing year

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—Tire size

—Name of each section of tire

This illustration indicates typical tire

1. Section width

1. Bead

size.

2. Tire height

2. Sidewall

1. Tire use

(P=Passenger car,

3. Wheel diameter

3. Shoulder

T=Temporary use)

4. Tread

2. Section width (in millimeters)

5. Belt

3. Aspect ratio (tire height to section

6. Inner liner

width)

7. Reinforcing rubber

4. Tire construction code (R=Radial,

D=Diagonal)

8. Carcass

5. Wheel diameter (in inches)

9. Rim lines

6. Load index (2 digits or 3 digits)

10.Bead wires

7. Speed symbol (alphabet with one

11. Chafer

letter)

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