Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.8L Eng | N/A | N/A | HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) | Capacity is between: 0.97 - 1.10 lbs. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 1.8L Eng,Gas/Electric | 3.80 QTS. | 3.59 L | TOYOTA Genuine ATF WS | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 1.8L Eng,Gas/Electric | Coolant System | 5.90 QTS. | 5.58 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology | DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. | S |
| Engine Coolant | 1.8L Eng,Gas/Electric | Power Control Unit | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology | DO NOT use plain water alone. The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. | S |
| Engine Oil | 1.8L Eng,Gas/Electric | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.40 QTS. | 4.16 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. | S |
| Engine Oil | 1.8L Eng,Gas/Electric | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.10 QTS. | 3.88 L | TOYOTA Genuine Motor Oil. API - SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil, SAE 0W-16 | If SAE 0W-16 is not available SAE 0W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-16 at the next oil change. | S |
| Fuel Tank | Gas/Electric | 11.40 GALS. | 43.15 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.8L Eng | 2.50 QTS. | 2.36 L | TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV or equivalent API GL-4, SAE 75W | Toyota recommends to use TOYOTA Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV to achieve optimal performance. Please be aware that depending on the particular characteristics of the gear oil used or the operating conditions, idle sound, shift feeling and/or fuel efficiency may be different or affected. | S | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Washer Fluid | In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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