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:
Correct use of the seat
belts
Extend the shoulder belt so
that it comes fully over the
shoulder, but does not come
into contact with the neck or
slide off the shoulder.
Position the lap belt as low as
possible over the hips.
Adjust the position of the
seatback. Sit up straight and
well back in the seat.
Do not twist ...
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 ...
Using a flat bed truck
If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45°.
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.
■Before emergency towing
1 Vehicles without a smart key system: Put the engine switch in the “ACC” (engine
off) or “O ...


