Toyota Corolla (2019 year). Instruction - part 11

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NOTICE

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When driving the vehicle (vehicles with a manual transmission)

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Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain the engine output.

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Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting,
do not release the clutch pedal abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch,
transmission and gears.

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Observe the following to prevent the clutch from being damaged.
• Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.

Doing so may cause clutch trouble.

• Do not use any gear other than the 1st gear when starting off and mov-

ing forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.

• Do  not  use  the  clutch  to  hold  the  vehicle  when  stopping  on  an  uphill

grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.

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Do not shift the shift lever to R when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so
may damage the clutch, transmission and gears.

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When parking the vehicle (vehicles with a continuously variable trans-
mission)
Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if
the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.

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Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

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Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time. 
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.

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When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

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NOTICE

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If you get a flat tire while driving 
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.

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It may be difficult to control your vehicle.

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The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.

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The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (

P. 509)

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When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:

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Engine stalling

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Short in electrical components

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Engine damage caused by water immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:

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Brake function

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Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, transaxle fluid, etc.

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Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. 
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit —

(1) Locate  the  statement  “The  combined  weight  of  occupants  and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard. 

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that

will be riding in your vehicle. 

(3) Subtract  the  combined  weight  of  the  driver  and  passengers  from

XXX kg or XXX lbs.

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug-

gage load capacity. 
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be
five  150  lb  passengers  in  your  vehicle,  the  amount  of  available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 

 750 (5150) =

650 lbs.) 

(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded

on  the  vehicle.  That  weight  may  not  safely  exceed  the  available
cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be

transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
 (

P. 166)

Toyota  does  not  recommend  towing  a  trailer  with  your  vehicle.  Your

vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.

Cargo and luggage

Take  notice of the following information about storage  precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load:

Capacity and distribution

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Cargo capacity
Total  load  capacity  (vehicle
capacity weight) (

P. 538)

When  2  people  with  the  combined  weight  of A  lb.  (kg)  are  riding  in
your vehicle, which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight)
of B lb. (kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity
will be C lb. (kg) as follows: 
B

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 lb. (kg) - A

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 lb. (kg) = C

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 lb. (kg)

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: A =Weight of people 

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: B =Total load capacity 

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3

: C =Available cargo and luggage load

In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of D

lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E

lb. (kg) as follows:

C lb. (kg) - D

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 lb. (kg) = E

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 lb. (kg)

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4

: D =Additional weight of people 

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5

: E =Available cargo and luggage load

As  shown  in  the  example  above,  if  the  number  of  occupants
increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount
that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In
other  words,  if  an  increase  in  the  number  of  occupants  causes  an
excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus
cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on
your vehicle. 

Calculation formula for your vehicle

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WARNING

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Things that must not be carried in the trunk
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk:

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Receptacles containing gasoline

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Aerosol cans

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Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions. 

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly,

may block the driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or

passengers, possibly causing an accident.

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Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.

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To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do

not stack anything in the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo and luggage low,

as close to the floor as possible.

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Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)

• On the package tray

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

• Tray that has no lid

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Secure all items in the occupant compartment.

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When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed

directly behind the front seats.

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Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged trunk. It is not designed for

passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-

erly fastened.

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Capacity and distribution

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Do  not  exceed  the  maximum  axle  weight  rating  or  the  total  vehicle

weight rating. 

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Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less

than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper

loading  may  cause  deterioration  of  steering  or  braking  control  which

may cause death or serious injury.

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Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (

P. 538)

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo
and luggage. 

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Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose
estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person. 

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Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. 

◆

Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight
and the number of occupants. 

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Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.

(

P. 448)

Vehicle load limits

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity. 

WARNING

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Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.

It  may  not  only  cause  damage  to  the  tires,  but  also  degrade  steering

and braking ability, resulting in an accident. 

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Trailer towing

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch
or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicy-
cle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the
use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing (vehicles with a continu-

ously variable transmission)

Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels
on the ground) behind a motor home. 

NOTICE

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To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.

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To prevent damage to your vehicle, perform the following procedures
before towing. 

Shift the shift lever to N. 
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position (without a smart key
system) or ACCESSORY mode (with a smart key system). 
(

P. 171, 176)

Ensure that the audio system and other powered devices are turned off. 

Release the parking brake. 

After towing, leave the engine in idle for at least 3 minutes before driving
the vehicle.

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Necessary equipment and accessories
Specialized equipment and accessories are required for dinghy towing. Con-
tact  the  service  branch  of  the  motor  home  manufacturer  regarding  recom-
mended equipment.

Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual 

transmission)

Your vehicle can be dinghy towed in a forward direction (with 4
wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. 

Towing your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground

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NOTICE

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Dinghy towing direction

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To prevent the steering from locking
Vehicles  without  a  smart  key  system:  Ensure  the  engine  switch  is  in  the
“ACC” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Ensure the engine switch is in ACCES-
SORY mode.

Do not tow the vehicle backwards. 
Doing so may cause serious damage.

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4-2. Driving procedures

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Continuously variable transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn  the  engine  switch  to  the  “START”  position  and  start  the
engine.

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Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn  the  engine  switch  to  the  “START”  position  and  start  the
engine.

“LOCK”

The  steering  wheel  is  locked  and
the key can be removed. (Vehicles
with  a  continuously  variable  trans-
mission: The  key  can  be  removed
only when the shift lever is in P.)

“ACC”

Some  electrical  components  such
as the audio system can be used.

“ON”

All electrical components can be used.

“START”

For starting the engine.

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a 

smart key system)

Starting the engine

Changing the engine switch positions

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Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”

Shift the shift lever to P (continuously variable transmission) or N (manual
transmission). (

P. 181, 184, 189)

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If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (

P. 67) 

Contact your Toyota dealer.

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When the steering lock cannot be released

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Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.

Push  in  the  key  and  turn  it  to  the
“LOCK” position.

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When  starting  the  engine,  the  engine
switch  may  seem  stuck  in  the  “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing  the  steering  wheel  slightly  left  and
right.

WARNING

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When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn
the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident
may result if the engine is stopped while driving. (

P. 471)

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NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri-
ods of time without the engine running.

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When starting the engine

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Do  not  crank  the  engine  for  more  than  30  seconds  at  a  time. This  may
overheat the starter and wiring system.

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Do not race a cold engine.

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If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Check that the parking brake is set.
Continuously variable transmission: Check that the shift lever is set
in P. Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Manual transmission: Check that the shift lever is set in N. Firmly
depress the clutch pedal.

 will be displayed on the multi-information display. 

If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be started.

Press the engine switch shortly
and firmly. 

When operating the engine switch,
one  short,  firm  press  is  enough.  It
is not necessary to press and hold
the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seconds, whichever
is less.
Continue  depressing  the  brake
pedal (continuously variable trans-
mission)  or  clutch  pedal  (manual
transmission)  until  the  engine  is
completely started.
The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a 

smart key system)

Performing  the  following  operations  when  carrying  the  elec-
tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch modes.

Starting the engine

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Continuously variable transmission
Stop the vehicle.
Set the parking brake (

P. 192), and shift the shift lever to P.

Press the engine switch.
Release the brake pedal and check that “Power On” on the multi-
information display is off.



Manual transmission
Stop the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Set the parking brake. (

P. 192)

Press the engine switch.
Release the clutch pedal and check that “Power On” on the multi-
information display is off.

Stopping the engine

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Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with the brake
pedal  (continuously  variable  transmission)  or  clutch  pedal  (manual
transmission) released. (The mode changes each time the switch  is
pressed.)
Off

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The  emergency  flashers  can  be
used.
The  multi-information  display  will
not be displayed.

ACCESSORY mode

Some  electrical  components  such
as the audio system can be used.
“Power  On”  will  be  displayed  on
the multi-information display.

IGNITION ON mode

All  electrical  components  can  be
used.
“Power On” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

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: Vehicles with a continuously variable transmission: If the shift lever is in a

position other than P when turning off the engine, the engine switch will be
turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to off.

Changing engine switch modes