Toyota Corolla (E120): System description
The ecm uses signals from the vehicle speed sensor and crankshaft position sensor to detect the actual gear position (1st, 2nd, 3rd or o/d gear).
Then the ecm compares the actual gear with the shift schedule in the ecm memory to detect the mechanical trouble of the shift solenoid valves, the valve body or automatic transaxle (clutch, brake or gear etc.).
Monitor description
The ecm commands gear shifts by turning the shift solenoid valves ”on/off”. According to the input shaft revolution, intermediate (counter) shaft revolution and output shaft revolution, the ecm detects the actual gear position (1st, 2nd, 3rd or o/d gear position). When the gear position commanded by the ecm and the actual gear position are not same, the ecm illuminates the mil.
Monitor strategy
Typical enabling conditions
Typical malfunction thresholds
Typical malfunction thresholds
Other materials:
Overhaul
1. Inspect 4th gear thrust clearance
Using a feeler gauge, measure the 4th gear thrust clearance.
4Th gear thrust clearance:
2. Inspect 3rd gear thrust clearance
Using a dial indicator, measure the 3rd gear thrust clearance.
3Rd gear thrust clearance:
3. Inspect 4th gear ...
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various
systems.
*1: Vehicles without a smart key system:
These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position to indicate
that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the ...
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet. This should
only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the ...