Toyota Corolla (E120): Adjustment
1. Inspect park/neutral position switch assy
- apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch on.
- depress the brake pedal and check that the engine starts only when the shift lever is set in n or p position and it does not start in the other position.
- check that the back–up light comes on and the reverse warning
buzzer sounds only when the shift
lever is set in r position and these do not function in the other positions.
If a failure is found, check the park/ neutral position switch for continuity.
2. Adjust park/neutral position switch assy
- Loosen the 2 bolts of park/ neutral position switch and set the shift lever to the n position.
- align the groove and neutral basic line.
- hold the switch in position and tighten the 2 bolts.
Torque: 5.5 Nvm (56 Kgf·cm, 49 in.Vlbf)
- after adjustment, perform the inspection described in step 1.
Other materials:
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board
computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Vehicles without a smart key system: The indicator li ...
Monitor description
While the engine is being cranked, the battery positive voltage is applied to
terminal sta of the ecm.
If the ecm detects the starter control signal (sta) while the vehicle is
driving, it will conclude that there is
a fault in the starter control circuit. The ecm will turn on the mil and a d ...
Aluminum wheel precautions (if equipped)
● Use only Toyota wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with your aluminum
wheels.
● When rotating, repairing or changing your tires, check that the wheel nuts are
still tight after driving 1000 miles (1600 km).
● Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using tir ...