Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Introduction / Repair instruction / Precaution / Handling of hose clamps
Toyota Corolla (E120): Handling of hose clamps

- Before removing the hose, check the depth of the inserting portion and the clamp position in order to restore it surely.
- change a deformed or dented clamp for a new one.
- in case of reusing the hose, install the clamp on the hose where it has a clamp track.
- for a spring type clamp, adjust it by adding force to the arrow mark direction after the installation.
Other materials:
On–vehicle inspection
1. Inspect drive belt
Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords,
etc.
If any defect is found, replace the drive belt.
Hint:
cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered acceptable. If the
missing chunks from the ribs are found on the belt, it should be
replaced.
2 ...
Cigarette lighter assy
Replacement
Hint: components:
1. Remove floor shift shift lever knob sub–assy (m/t transaxle)
2. Remove console panel upper
3. Remove cigarette lighter cover
Disengage the 2 claws and remove the cigarette lighter
cover.
4. Remove cigarette lighter assy
Turn the socket in ...
Replacement
1. Drain brake fluid
Notice:
wash the brake fluid off immediately if it comes into contact with any painted
surface.
2. Remove air cleaner cap sub–assy
3. Remove air cleaner case sub–assy
remove the air cleaner element, then remove the 3 bolts and air
cleaner case sub–assy.
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