Toyota Corolla (E120): Basic inspection
When the malfunction is not confirmed in the dtc check, troubleshooting should be carried out in all the possible circuits considered as causes of the problem. In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the following flowchart, the location causing the problem can be found quickly and efficiently. Therefore, using this check is essential in the engine troubleshooting.
1 Check battery voltage
Notice
: carry out this check with the engine stopped and ignition switch off.
Ng charge or replace battery
2 Check if engine will crank
Ng proceed to problem symptoms table on page
3 Check if engine starts
Ng go to step 7
4 Check air filter
- Visually check that the air filter is not excessively dirty or oily.
Notice
: if necessary, clean the filter with compressed air. First blow from the inside thoroughly, then blow from the outside of the filter.
Ng clean or replace
5 Check idle speed
Ng proceed to problem symptoms table on page
6 Check ignition timing
Ng proceed to page 14–1 and continue to troubleshoot
Proceed to problem symptoms table on page
7 Check fuel pressure
Ng proceed to page 11–1 and continue to troubleshoot
8 Check for spark
Ng proceed to page 18–1 and continue to troubleshoot
Proceed to problem symptoms table on page
Other materials:
Inspection procedure
1 Check d squib circuit(airbag sensor assy center – horn button
assy)
Disconnect the negative (–) terminal cable from the battery,
and wait at least for 90 seconds.
disconnect the connectors between the airbag sensor
assy center and the horn button assy.
release the airbag ...
Engine mechanical
Preparation
Sst
Recomended tools
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Equipment
Exhaust
Preparation
Equipment
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Opening the trunk
■ Trunk opener
Pull the lever upward to release
the trunk lid.
■ Trunk release button (vehicles
with a smart key system)
While carrying the electronic
key, press the button on the
trunk lid.
When all the doors are unlocked
using one of the following methods,
the trunk can be opened
without the ...