Toyota Corolla: Do-it-yourself maintenance / Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted. As the key may be damaged
if the following procedure is not performed properly, it is recommended that key
battery replacement be performed by your Toyota dealer.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
- The smart key system (if equipped) and wireless remote control will not
function properly.
- The operational range will be reduced.
Items to prepare
- Flathead screwdriver
- Small flathead screwdriver
- Lithium battery CR2032
■ Use a CR2032 lithium battery
- Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
- Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
- Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning
efficiency.
Removing the air conditioning filter
1 Turn the engine switch off...
► Vehicles without a smart key system
1 Remove the key cover.
To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip of the flathead screwdriver with
a rag.
2 Remove the battery cover...
Other information:
■ Front seats
Align the head restraint with the installation holes and push it down to the
lock position.
Press and hold the lock release button A when lowering the head restraint.
■ Rear outside seats (adjustable type)
Align the head restraint with the installation holes and push it down to the
lock position...
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
The engine coolant temperature gauge (®P.91, 95) is in the red zone or a
loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not
increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown
on the multi-information display...