Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla questions and answers
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Q: What are some after market recommendations for a 2006 Toyota Corolla Type S?
I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla with an extended warranty. I'm looking for some ways to make it more exciting to drive, but I don't really know much about after market car modifications.
I've seen some people put in new mufflers and Air Filters, but not sure what these will do.
Please provide any suggestions you may have and please take note of your noob audience. Also, will any of these void my warranty?
Thanks!
A: The type s is nice and comes upgraded.
BUT, may I suggest these:
Very noticeable change in ride- drop it! Buy new coil springs and shocks (Tokico blues or Konicos). Also polyurethane sway bar links AND verify you have a rear sway bar. If not Get one! You will notice a great improvement in handling. Trust me. Want to do one better- Rims, go two steps up- see www.discounttire.com on how to properly go up in diameter w/o sacrificing the ride quality.
Also, contact unorthodox racing for underpulleys at www.unorthodoxracing.com. Best bang for the buck. I had them on my acura and she rev'd much nicer. It was a stick. If UR racing does not make them, try the site below, maybe AEM does.
Cold air intake kit- K&N. Platinum tipped spark plugs, thick wires- larger diameter, forget headers and a nice muffler will run you a few bucks.
See what you can dig up in your wallet and look here, I buy from these guys a lot: http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/shop_parts/performance_chip/toyota/corolla.html
MY best suggestion is join a toyota club forum and see what the people there use. They can give you recommendatiosn and advice on making mistakes they have made. I now own an Accord, dropped! and I'm part of 5 forums. It's priceless and you make new friends. Also, when something goes wrong, they own the car too so someone their is likely to know what your problem is.
Q: Can someone give me a link to a Toyota Corolla service manual in PDF format. For a 95 Corolla?
I would like a 1995 Toyota Corolla service/repair manual in PDF format, can anyone give me a link please?
A: Go to www.autozone.com, there you will find access to the info you want.
Q: How many miles do you have on your Toyota Corolla?
I have a 1997 Toyota Corolla that has 196,000 miles on it and it's still going strong. How are other people's Corollas?
A: Mi in-laws have a toyota corolla from 1980, it has more than 600,000 miles and it's still running.
Q: How do you change a headlight in a 1997 Toyota Corolla?
I've never been the car person in my family. My dad took care of the cars while I was living at home and my husband does not know a lot about cars. I had a headlight go out on my 97 Toyota Corolla and I think that I can change it myself if someone will be kind enough to talk me through the process.
Thanks!
A: it is actually a fairly easy process...pop the hood on the back of the light there should be about four screws pull the light out and replace the bulb that is all there is to it...you will need a philipps screw driver that is all
Q: When buying a car, like a Toyota Corolla, is there much of a difference between a 4 & 5 speed automatic trans?
I drive a 5 speed stick shift Kia Rio, cheapest import on the market, a 2001 model. It is time to buy a new car and I am considering a Toyota Corolla. I see a lot of 4 speed automatic transmissions. Is there much of a difference, when driving, between the 4 speed and the 5 speed automatic? Difference in performance?
A: I couldn't tell you from first hand experience. But going from a stick to an automatic is going to be a little different feeling anyway. Your best bet is to get out and test drive them both and see how they feel to you, specifically.
I think the '09 Corollas have a 5 speed auto-stick option. I'm guessing that might give you a 'best of both worlds' feel. The 5-speed in general might give a smoother ride (less high RPM running between gears? guess it depends on the gear ratios and how much you like acceleration).
I have an '05 Corolla automatic (4 speed I think) and it feels just fine to me. I was coming from a Mazda 626 v6 automatic, so I did notice the lower power, but the lower body weight from the smaller engine seemed to make up for it a little for perceived 'power'. It's a great car.
One tip for you.. if there's a Scion dealership near your local Toyota dealership... try talking to them. Around here, there happens to be a Scion dealership right next door to one of the major Toyota dealerships. Scion is the same company as Toyota, of course, but they're non-commission. I was able to take a few test drives and hammer out the details without getting sales-slime on me or feeling pressured at all. The Scion guys got their commission and I got my Corolla hassle-free.
Good luck! I think you'll enjoy the Corolla over the Kia big time!
Q: What type of engine should i put in a toyota corolla 1990?
I have a toyota corolla 1990 that im working on i really haven't done much all it has is high performance clutch (an ACT clutch). im trying to change the engine because my milage is goin to call it its up about ti 195489 miles. please help me out i need an engine for speed and performance.
A: Preferably one that works!
Q: Does the Toyota Corolla have the same engine as the Lotus Elise?
I know the Lotus Elise has a 1.8 L engine made by Toyota. Is it the same as a Toyota Corolla?
A: Not exactly - the Lotus uses the higher performance 1.8 that was in the last Celica GTS and the Matrix GSR. It's somewhat more powerful in the Lotus, I believe it's perhaps due to tuning and lower restriction exhaust, but it is pretty much the same engine.
I don't believe Toyota puts that in the Corolla though.
Q: How to find a pin code to unlock Toyota corolla car's radio ?
I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla Ascent. Standard radio & CD player. It went into Security mode when I had car battery changed. Toyota services near me can't give any number to unlock the audio system. If someone could help. Thanks
A: Provided you have the certificate of ownership (V5 logbook) of the vehicle the dealership should be able to help you as everything should be on computer.
You probably either had someone who didn't know what they were doing or just neglected to tell you to bring in the actual V5.
Don't try ringing and quoting the VIN (vehicle identification number) as most cars have these visible on the front - mine is on the passenger side of the windscreen - so anyone could quote that and claim to be the owner.
Q: squealing on a 1996 toyota corolla upons cold start?
i have a 1996 toyota corolla that upon a cold start will squeal for about 3 seconds then when i put the car in reverse or drive my steering wheel feels like when a power steering pump is going out. i have had the belts checks and they are not the propblem. Have had the alternator checked and it is within the ok range. when it has rained the squeal is worse especially in turning the wheels.
A: Have you checked the idler pully if you have and it is fine i would bet you have a bearing going out in the P/S pump or alternator just cuz it was in the ok range dont mean the bearing isnt going out
Q: Michelin tires on my 7 year old Toyota corolla show some dry cracks. How much longer can I drive?
On a recent inspection at a Toyota dealership, they told me that all my tires have cracks on them and its not safe to drive them anymore. They also showed me visible cracks near where the rubber meets the road. Now, I have driven my Corolla for a relatively short distance over the last 4 years. (I had bought it used with 12,000 miles on it and current mileage is 50,000). I am usually careful about my driving habits and wonder how much longer I can drive with those tires on without any major safety hazard. Any insights will be very helpful. Also, are there differences in quality of tires based on their brands? The dealership was trying to sell me Yokohama tires (apparently the best) for $55 each and installation charges extra. Thanks in advance for taking your time to read through the details and answering the question.
A: Aging is a hot issue in the tire industry and there is no concensus on how old a tire should be before you replace it. Some recommend after 6 years, others after 10 while others have no recommendation at all. Shallow cracking in your tires is normal age-related wear and tear and does not effect the performance of the tire. Deep cracking can be a problem. Your tires are the #1 piece of safety equipment on the vehicle. If its bad they should be replaced.
Q: How do I get rid of the glue spots on Toyota Corolla 03'?
I plucked the TOYOTA COROLLA symbols off the back of the car, now all that is left is TOYOTA COROLLA ,in the GLUE that held on the words. How do I get rid of this glue? I tried using a washcloth but the washcloth comes apart on the glue. It is very strong and I'm afraid to take Steel Wool or Sandpaper to the paint. Any ideas on how to remove?
A: Buy a product called Goo-Gone. You can find it at just about any hardware store, usually in the paint department. This stuff works miracles...
Q: Why does my 1999 Toyota Corolla blow white smoke from the tail pipe and now from under the hood?
I have a 1999 Toyota Corolla that originally stared blowing white smoke when the car was on for more than 30 minutes. Now it seems to be coming from underneath the hood. Could this be the engine? Someone told me it had to do with underneath the valve gasket cover being cleaned. I have also heard that its possible the engine is cracked. Toyotas are ususally good for 200,000 plus miles. Mine has only 160,000. Please tell me what the problem could be. Thanks
A: White smoke can and DOES come from coolant burn off in the oil due to a leaking or blown head gasket, cracked head etc.
Q: Where is the instrument panel fuse box on a 99 Toyota Corolla?
Where is the instrument fuse box on a 99 Toyota Corolla?
A: most are located under the dash on the drivers side
they are also commonly found under the hood usually on the drivers side
I've also found them on the side of the dash as well as in the glove box compartment
it will tell you for sure in your owners manual
Q: What is the loudest horn I can put on my toyota corolla?
I need a super loud horn for my Toyota Corolla so I can survive my daily commute to and from work.
A: Fog horn from a light house if ya want
Q: What is the normal gas consumption of 1991 Toyota Corolla?
Our 1991 Toyota Corolla consumes 5 kms. per liter of gasoline, how can we improve the fuel efficiency for this car? The car is in good running condition. Thank you for your advice.
A: You Should be getting in the neighborhood of about 30 Miles per gallon. Or, About 7 Liters per 100 Km (City) and 5.6 Liters per 100 KM (highway).
There are many different ways to raise your fuel economy. You can make sure your tires are properly inflated, and i recently heard of something called a Hydrogen Assist Fuel Cell, which costs alot of money (about 1 to 2 thousand dollars) but, if it works correctly, it will raise your efficiency substantially. They tested the system on a Toyota Camry that originally got about 27 Miles per Gallon, and it now gets about 55-60 Miles Per Gallon. It depends on your amount of driving but, according to the stats, it would pay off. This does not mean that every car installed will see a 2x improvement in gas mileage. I am not sure if the system is out to the public yet.