Consumer Review Video - 2004 Toyota Corolla Colour 1.6L 4 Cyl.

Common problems and easy repairs on a 2004 Corolla

The 2004 Toyota Corolla Colour is relatively easy to maintain. Changing the headlight with reliability is no problem, as you only have to reach behind the housing for access to the assembly. The components of the spare tire are easily accessible in the rear of the vehicle, keeping them ready to go in case of emergency. Changing the front wiper blade is easy to do, as you only need to push one tab for access.

Some things are problematic on the 2004 Toyota Corolla Colour. You will need to use a panel tool to pry out the bulb housing to access one of the front turn signal bulbs. To change the cabin air filter, you will have to lower the glove box first. The engine coolant reservoir is not overly visible on this vehicle. This will make it hard to check and replenish the fluid level on a regular basis.

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Complete oil & filter change

Sure you can take it in for a $19 lube, but are you OK with a stripped oil pan and cheap parts in return?

2004 Toyota Corolla Colour 1.6L 4 Cyl.

Add air to your tires

Properly inflated tires is the easiest way to improve fuel economy. The right tire pressure is NOT on the side of your tire btw

2004 Toyota Corolla Colour 1.6L 4 Cyl.

Do not ignore this!

A check engine light can be cleared with a simple fix or it could be a major problem - find out now!

2004 Toyota Corolla Colour 1.6L 4 Cyl.

Replace reverse light

White light when you back up - yup, they burn out and you can replace them with bright LEDs

2004 Toyota Corolla Colour 1.6L 4 Cyl.