Toyota Corolla (E170): Starting the engine
► Automatic transmission or continuously variable transmission
1 Check that the parking brake is set.
2 Check that the shift lever is set in P.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
4 Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start the engine.
► Manual transmission
1 Check that the parking brake is set.
2 Check that the shift lever is set in N.
3 Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
4 Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start the engine.
Other materials:
Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster,
center panel, overhead console and outside rear view mirrors inform the driver
of the status of the vehicle's various systems.
Warning lights and indicators displayed on the instrument
cluster
For the purpose of explanation, the followin ...
Overhaul
1. Inspect 1st gear thrust clearance
Using a feeler gauge, measure the 1st gear thrust clearance.
Standard clearance:
0.10 – 0.40 Mm (0.0039 – 0.0157 In.)
2. Inspect 2nd gear thrust clearance
Using a dial indicator, measure the 2nd gear thrust clearance.
Standard clearan ...
System description
The ecm uses signals from the vehicle speed sensor and crankshaft position
sensor to detect the actual
gear position (1st, 2nd, 3rd or o/d gear).
Then the ecm compares the actual gear with the shift schedule in the ecm memory
to detect the mechanical
trouble of the shift solenoid valves, th ...