Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Automatic transmission / trans / Manual transaxle system
Toyota Corolla (E120): Manual transaxle system
Problem symptoms table
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace parts.
Other materials:
If the vehicle battery is discharged
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.
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 fo ...
Overhaul
1. Inspect 1st gear thrust clearance
Using a feeler gauge, measure the 1st gear thrust clearance.
Standard clearance:
0.10 – 0.40 Mm (0.0039 – 0.0157 In.)
2. Inspect 2nd gear thrust clearance
Using a dial indicator, measure the 2nd gear thrust clearance.
Standard clearan ...
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance
by yourself, be sure to follow
the correct procedure
as given in these sections.
Maintenance
WARNING
The engine compartment contains
many mechanisms and fluids that
may move suddenly, become hot,
or become electrically energized.
To avoid death or serious injury,
obser ...