Common problems – Corolla E170
Problems that Corolla E170 owners in Pakistan report most, from owner threads on PakWheels Forums. Each one shows what owners found as the cause. Confirm with a mechanic before you replace parts.
GearboxCVT judder or shudder after a fluid change
Applies to: Altis / Grande CVT
You notice: Judder or shake when pulling away or at low speed, soon after a CVT fluid change
Usual cause: Wrong fluid or a wrong level check. The CVT needs Toyota CVTF FE and the level is set with the dealer scan tool at a set fluid temperature.
Fix: Drain and refill with Toyota Genuine CVTF FE and have the level set by a Toyota dealer with Techstream.
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SuspensionVibration after drive shaft work (inner CV joints)
Applies to: All
You notice: Vibration while accelerating, after the drive shafts were opened or greased
Usual cause: Damaged inner CV joints after the axle work.
Fix: Have the inner CV joints checked and replaced if worn. Use a careful workshop for axle jobs.
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FuelLong cranking before the engine starts
Applies to: All
You notice: The engine cranks for a long time before starting, often after the car stood
Usual cause: A leaking fuel injector was found in the owner report.
Fix: Have the injectors and fuel pressure checked. Replace a leaking injector.
Codes: P0201P0202P0203P0204P0171
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GearboxP0977 on the 1.3 automatic
Applies to: XLi / GLi 1.3 automatic
You notice: Check engine light with code P0977, harsh or wrong shifts
Usual cause: Shift solenoid circuit fault reported by owners.
Fix: Check the gearbox connector and wiring, then clean or replace the shift solenoids. Check the fluid level.
Codes: P0977
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EngineTicking noise on a cold start (1.3)
Applies to: 2NZ-FE 1.3
You notice: Tick or rattle for a few seconds after a cold start
Usual cause: Wrong oil (a diesel-grade oil was used in the owner report); a weak timing chain tensioner can do the same.
Fix: Use the oil grade in the owner's manual. If the noise stays, have the timing chain tensioner checked.
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ACA/C stops cooling: variable compressor failure
Applies to: Facelift cars with a variable compressor
You notice: A/C blows warm air; compressor does not work
Usual cause: The variable (sensor-controlled) A/C compressor failed.
Fix: Replace it with the correct variable compressor. Owners advise against converting to a fixed compressor.
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❄ A/C quick facts
Many facelift cars have a variable (sensor-controlled) A/C compressor. If it fails, owners on PakWheels advise fitting the correct variable compressor, not a fixed one.