Toyota Corolla (E170): Shift position purpose

*: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for normal driving.
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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 ...
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
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How to proceed with troubleshooting
1 Vehicle brought to workshop
2 Customer problem analysis
3 Check and clear dtc
4 Problem symptom confirmation
5 Symptom simulation
6 Dtc check
7 Dtc chart
8 Problem symptoms table
9 Circuit inspection
10 Identification of problem
11 Parts inspection
12 Repair
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