Toyota Corolla: Steps to take in an emergency / If you think something is wrong

Toyota Corolla 2019-2025 Owners Manual / When trouble arises / Steps to take in an emergency / If you think something is wrong

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. (Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than normal.

Audible symptoms

Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine

Operational symptoms

Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor

Emergency towing (vehicles with a towing eyelet)

If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing eyelets...

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...

Other information:

Toyota Corolla 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Unlocking and locking the doors from the inside

■ Door lock switches (to lock/unlock) 1 Locks all the doors<> 2 Unlocks all the doors ■ Inside lock buttons 1 Locks the door 2 Unlocks the door The front doors can be opened by pulling the inside handle even if the lock buttons are in the lock position...

Toyota Corolla 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

Perform cleaning in a manner appropriate to each component and its material. Cleaning instructions Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois...

Opening the trunk

■ Trunk opener

Pull the lever upward to release the trunk lid.

Toyota Corolla. Opening the trunk

■ Trunk release button (vehicles with a smart key system)

While carrying the electronic key, press the button on the trunk lid.

When all the doors are unlocked using one of the following methods, the trunk can be opened without the electronic key:

Entry function Wireless remote control Door lock switches Automatic door unlocking system Mechanical key