Toyota Corolla: Steps to take in an emergency / Fuel pump shut off system
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or when an airbag
inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the supply of fuel
to the engine.
Restarting the engine
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.
1 Turn the engine switch to ACC or OFF.
2 Restart the engine.
NOTICE
■ Before starting the engine Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been
damaged and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment
or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Fluid leaks under the vehicle...
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessarily
indicate a malfunction in the system...
Other information:
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed at the
intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you
notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified service
shop for advice...
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle’s battery
is discharged. You can also call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop.
Restarting the engine
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt
battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the steps below...