Toyota Corolla (E120): Precaution
Caution
: replace the faulty parts of the seat belt systems (outer belt, inner belt, bolts, nuts, adjustable shoulder anchor, tether anchor hardware, sill–bar, etc.).
Seat belt systems not in use at the time of a collision should also be inspected and replaced if found to be damaged or working improperly.
1. Running test
- Fasten the front seat belts.
- drive the vehicle at 16 km/h (10 mph) and slam on the brakes. Check that the belt locks and cannot be extended at this time.
Hint
: conduct this test in a safe area. If the belt does not lock, remove the belt assembly and perform the inspections. Also whenever installing a new belt assembly, verify the proper operation before installation.
Other materials:
Inspection procedure
Hint:
read freeze frame data using the hand-held tester or the obd ii scan tool.
Freeze frame data records the
engine conditions when a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, it is
useful for determining whether
the vehicle was running or stopped, the engine was warmed up or not, the ...
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle
emission inspection programs
which include OBD
(On Board Diagnostics)
checks. The OBD system
monitors the operation of
the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on
The OBD system determines
that a problem exists somewhere
in the emission control
sy ...
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
► From the front
Release the parking brake.
► From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.
Vehicles without a smart key system: When not using a towing dolly, turn the
engine switch to the “ACC” position and shift the shift lever to N.
Vehicles with a smart key ...