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:
Driving support system
information display
■ Driving support system
information
Select to display the operational
status of the following systems:
Dynamic radar cruise control
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
■ Navigation system-linked
display (if equipped)
Select to display the following
navigation system-linked ...
Checking the engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the "MAX" and
"MIN" lines on the reservoir
when the engine is cold.
Reservoir
"MAX" line
"MIN" line
If the level is on or below the "MIN"
line, add coolant up to the "MAX"
line.
■Coolant selection
Only use "Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant" or ...
Transmission valve body assy (atm)
Replacement
1. Remove engine under cover lh
2. Drain automatic transaxle fluid
remove the drain plug, gasket and drain atf.
install a new gasket and drain plug.
Torque: 17.5 Nvm (178 Kgf·cm, 13 ft·lbf)
3. Remove automatic transaxle oil pan sub–assy
Remove the 18 ...