Toyota Corolla (E120): Brake
On–vehicle inspection
1. Inspect brake line pipes and hoses
Hint
: work in a well–lighted area. Turn the front wheels fully to the right or left before begining.
- check all the brake lines and hoses for:
- damage
- wear
- deformation
- cracks
- corrosion
- leaks
- bends
- twists
- check all the clamps for tightness and the connections for leakage.
- check that the hoses and lines are not near sharp edges, moving parts and the exhaust system.
- check that the lines are installed pass through the center of the grommets.
2. Inspect front brake pads and discs
3. Inspect rear brake linings and drums
4. Inspect or change brake fluid
fluid: sae j1703 or fmvss no.116 Dot3
Other materials:
Safety Connect
*: If equipped
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based telematics
service that uses Global
Positioning System (GPS)
data and embedded cellular
technology to provide
safety and security features
to subscribers. Safety Connect
is supported by Toyota's
designated response
center, which operates 24
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Seat belt pretensioners (front seats)
The pretensioners help the seat belts to quickly restrain the occupants by retracting
the seat belts when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal
or side collision.
The pretensioners do not activate in the event of a minor frontal impact, a minor
side impact, a rear impact ...
If the vehicle is submerged or
water on the road is rising
This vehicle is not designed
to be able to drive on roads
that are deeply flooded with
water. Do not drive on roads
where the roads may be
submerged or the water
may be rising. It is dangerous
to remain in the vehicle,
if it is anticipated that the
vehicle will be flooded or
set adrift. Remain calm ...