1996 Toyota Corolla - Consumer Discussions

Camry vs Corolla

• Re: Camry vs Corolla [martince]

  Written by: frank0238 on Jul 2, 2011 8:32:52 PM

  Corolla is more sporty, better pick up speed, you can take exits at faster speed than camry, its steering wheel is lighter especially compared to Camry 20011 which i rented and drove few days back. I sold my camry 1999 but would say without any doubt it is lighter to drive especially its steering wheel as compared to new 2011 camry. I rented for two weeks toyota corolla 2011 and for ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Owners: Meet the Members

• 2005 Toyota Corolla LE - Impulse Red 6 CD changer - Sweet

  Written by: toyotacor on Jun 10, 2005 10:17:36 AM

  Love my new corolla... its got a smooth ride, got a great music system, gives great mileage... everything my 1996 Infinity G20 didnt have - which btw in my opinion is a junk car which gave me nothing but trouble. Have only driven 400 or so miles in the past 2 weeks ... Planning a road trip on July 1st... cant wait.

Toyota Halts Sales of Popular Models - Accelerator Stuck Problem Recall

• Re: imidazol97... [iluvmysephia1]

  Written by: tinkerbell07 on Jul 3, 2010 8:11:50 AM

  There isn't a single forum here where someone isn't detailing their woes with a particular vehicle, be it Toyota, Honda, Ford, GMC, etc. Fewer people step up to say how much they love their vehicle. Me....I don't love any vehicle! They are a necessary evil. I'm a native New Yorker, displaced to Florida where I either drive or stay home. Public transit is nearly non-existent. So I have no loyalty or ... Read More

2009 Toyota Corolla Problems and Repairs

• Re: 2009 Corolla brake noise [prplcatlvr]

  Written by: cpu8900 on Aug 5, 2009 10:26:11 AM

  You didn't say if the noise is from the front or rear brakes or both. I would speak to the service manager. Usually noise can be a result of dirty parts, vibration, or even cheap parts. Providing all parts are clean an upgrade to better quality pads/shoes and a thorough inspection of involved parts should quiet your brakes. Of course this assumes nothing mechanical or defective is involved. I bought a ... Read More

Difference in USA vs Japanese made Toyotas?

• Difference in USA vs Japanese made Toyotas?

  Written by: lhy on Mar 8, 2009 6:56:39 AM

  Is there a significant difference in quality between a Toyota that was assembled in Japan vs one that is assembled in the USA? I am in the market for a used Toyota and am choosing between two Corollas--a 1994 model made in Japan and the other a 1996 made in the USA. Should this be a factor in my decision in which one to choose?

Toyota Corolla Paint Problems

• Re: Toyota Corolla Paint Problems [raynakay]

  Written by: white3 on Aug 27, 2008 11:07:47 AM

  Hi, thanks for letting us know about your meeting, I would be interested in going in on a class action. It is unfortunate, but of course, toyota reps wants to come back with it is a rock chip or whatever because they dont want to be responsible. Both my chips came when, as far as I can determine, my car was in the garage (1st chip); and parked (2nd chip) in ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Re: Buying a Used 2003-2007 Toyota Corolla Review [irismg]

  Written by: thegraduate on Sep 14, 2007 9:39:19 PM

  I understand totally...I was 21 once, myself! My idea of fun half a lifetime ago was driving down I-35 in my old Ford Maverick with both windows cranked down (you DO come to appreciate power windows when you get older...trust me) doing 80 and pretending I had a convertible! These days I don't need all that much excitement! LOL I guess I'm becoming more European as I get older.. BTW, I ... Read More

2003-2008 Toyota Corolla Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: New 2008 Toyota Corolla LE 4 Speed Auto Trans [haocorolla]

  Written by: luvhh on Nov 12, 2007 7:44:09 AM

  Okay, once again, sorry about that, because I left out a MAJOR part of the deal. I had a trade for which they wanted to give me $500.00. I took it to another Toyota dealership and they also wanted to give me $500.00. It was a 1996 Toyota Corolla, 166,000 miles, but the roof was dented in. It almost looked like somebody had bounced a basketball on top of it. Also ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• How do i find the right fuse

  Written by: raamdat on Jun 2, 2007 7:37:57 PM

  A friend of mine her radiator+ radiatorfan was stolen 3 days ago, i helped her to find a new radiator with a new fan But the Fuse of that fan is probably broken in the fusebox however you will only find the big not to see if it been blow or not fuses named fan 1, fan 2, fan 3 i have to know which one belongs to Radiatorfan and also ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Audio Questions

• 2007 toyota corolla type s help sytem

  Written by: lilxlatinoxboi on Jun 11, 2007 8:24:28 PM

  i just bought a 2007 toyota corolla type s. i dont like the factory radio in it... i have a 1996 honda accord with a full aftermarket system of alpine. i want to put it into my toyota. i already changed the stock radio to my alpine deck, and all the speackers i just need to run the battery cables for my amps and rca cables. wat is the best way ... Read More

2009 Toyota Corolla

• Re: Info on 2008 Corolla [jaxs1]

  Written by: cubssoxs on Mar 10, 2007 9:02:59 PM

  Yes the Wagon will never make a comeback because in today's age it is the land of crossover vehicles. The Toyota Corolla Wagon became the The Toyota Corolla Matrix. While the Camry Wagon was discontinued in 1996. Later Toyota came out with the Highlander which is basically a Crossover Camry wagon. But today the word "Wagon" hurts sales so they slap another name such as Matrix, Highlander, Vibe, and etc. In ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Re: High pitch intermittent noise when driving over 60mph [homanny]

  Written by: samuraigary on Jan 8, 2006 11:31:28 AM

  SAME issues with 2005 Corolla! Wife had her car only 3 months and this SREAMING sound come from near under the hood when she began driving over 65 mph. THis happened intermittantly. When the SCREAMING happens the sound can make one go nuts and very evident. Thomas Toytoa dealership in Joliet, IL first listen to my problem and replace some kind of air-flow parts. After 1 week the SAME SCREAMING sounds ... Read More

• Re: High pitch intermittent noise when driving over 60mph [wildcatcrazy]

  Written by: samuraigary on Jan 8, 2006 11:21:02 AM

  The SAME sound/problem is heard on my wife's 2005 Corolla. It is a intermittant "SCREAMING" sound when traveling above 65 mph to can start up to 85 mph. These SCREAMING sounds happened after only having the car 3 months last year. Took car in the summer to dealership and they 1st replaced some kind of "air-flow" parts. After 1 week the sounds happened again. Took the car back and then THOMAS ... Read More

2003-2008 Toyota Corolla Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 06 Corolla S 5-speed MT - Buying Experience [tokash]

  Written by: nhsteve on Nov 20, 2005 2:07:34 PM

  tokash: Great story, thanks for sharing it. I just bought the same Corolla, same color and options from Hurlbert Toyota in Stratham, NH. However, I did get the AB - antilock brakes. I was told the invoice price for the car and options (including the AB) is $16971 and paid $200 over. I paid $17171 for the car plus $169 in fees for a total of $17340. Summary: Car Price w/options ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Toyota Corolla 1996-- Shift Lock (in Park) -Electrical ? [mike8946]

  Written by: mackendw on Oct 30, 2005 2:15:49 PM

  I'm having the same issue with our new 05 corolla. We had a spoiler installed on it so I suspect that something in the wiring is fubared. Did you get your problems fixed? If so, what was your fix?

• Re: Toyota Corolla 1996-- Shift Lock (in Park) -Electrical ? [mike8946]

  Written by: corrollasadnes on Aug 29, 2005 7:08:42 PM

  Mike, I am having the same issue with my 1996 corolla, although we never got to the point of replacing the solenoid. when I realized that the fuse was blown I replaced it, and for the past three weeks have had to continue to do so. I spoke with an all asian repair shop ( NOT A DEALER), and they basically told me that there is a short SOMEWHERE (big surprise), ... Read More

• Toyota Corolla 1996-- Shift Lock (in Park) -Electrical ?

  Written by: mike8946 on Jul 17, 2005 5:21:58 PM

  Initial problem---Car would not shift out of park. Had to use a screwdriver to activate the overirde featrue to get out of park. Repair shop said it could be a number of problems--switch in brake thta sends electrical current to solenoid to release park gear, wiring in this sytesm, or the solenoid. They checked and it was the solenoid. At the same time they alos told me thta one of the ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Owners: Meet the Members

• I own an Older Toyota Corolla LE

  Written by: corolla1987 on Jul 16, 2005 4:55:50 AM

  Hi everyone, I am new here and I recently bought my first Toyota.My previous cars have been GM models. My brother is a big fan of Toyota--he says that will all he will ever own.He currently has a 1999 Corolla and a 1996 Tacoma truck. I recently bought my 1987 Toyota Corolla dirt cheap--only $300.It has 187,600 miles.It is a 4 door sedan.It has the 1.6 liter.It's a carbureted model. It ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Emergency Brakes

  Written by: toy5 on Jun 22, 2005 9:33:38 AM

  Hi, Here is my question, how do I tighten my emergency brake for a Toyota Corolla 1996? Yesterday I took my car in to Les Schwab to have all 4 tire changed. After, I took the car for a spin and parked it. As usual, I lifted the E brakes and noticed how far it came up. I had it tightened more than three weeks ago and as I recalled, it ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Owners: Meet the Members

• Website?

  Written by: borath on Dec 25, 2003 2:35:21 PM

  I recently found a link to a website on here. It was something like: pressrelease.toyota.com or something like that. On the site it had all of Toyota's models like the camry, corolla, etc... with a history of each car. It listed the significant changes to the car year by year. Like what changed from 1996 to 1997. And talked about each new generation of all the models. Does anyone know the ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• Security System Info Question

  Written by: coolguyky7 on Sep 1, 2003 9:50:57 AM

  My 1996 Corolla DX has the Toyota RS3000 security system. I'm looking to replace the (broken) remote control I have with one from Ebay. Apparently there are two kinds...black ones and gray ones. My current one is black. There are currently only gray ones for sale on Ebay. One seller said he didn't think the gray one would work in place of my black one. What do you all think? (He ... Read More

• dudleyr

  Written by: alpha01 on Mar 27, 2003 6:12:55 AM

  Thats exactly what I think. Kill the stupid Matrix and Echo, give us a real Corolla HB with an sporty version like the FX16, give us a GT-S coupe, an XLE sedan with available NAV, Head Curtains, bigger engine and tires, and switch the S model to an SE, along the lines of the Camry's SE trim level. Toyota has its head in the sand, and if it doesnt start producing ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Owners: Meet the Members

• Hello

  Written by: kronikflakes on Mar 1, 2003 12:55:07 AM

  Hi all, My name is Joe and I live in Pasadena, CA. Last night I finally purchased a charcoal metallic (moonshadow as they call it), '03 Corrola Type S after much researching, calling around dealers all over Southern California, and actual going to the dealerships. I've got the sports package (which gives you alloy wheels and spoiler), power package, cruise control, CD/AM-FM/cassette, and some dealer add-ons for about $17,500 out the ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• Rotten Egg & Poor Fuel Economy

  Written by: hbhoward on Oct 19, 2002 3:12:05 PM

  Since we purchased our 2003 Corolla LE in July, there has been an intermittent rotten egg smell. Took to dealer at 1130 miles. Was told that the new cars had a whole new clean air system and "that just means it's working." Ran MPG test on our own and only got 30.4 MPG. Took back to dealer at 1996 mis. Told them we felt the smell and low MPG were related. ... Read More

• 1996 Toyota Corolla has been flawless!

  Written by: mikegold_1966 on Sep 11, 2002 5:16:21 PM

  I bought a new 1996 Toyota Corolla for my daughter when she graduated from high school and went on to college 400 miles away. Oil changes have been done every 3K and tires rotated every 5K. All Toyota maintenance has been done by the book at both the selling dealer and the dealer in Columbus, Ohio. She has over 71K on the odometer and the only thing that needed to be ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• no title

  Written by: coolguyky7 on Jul 28, 2002 4:28:48 PM

  I just noticed today that the 1996 and 1997 Corollas have different door panel designs. What is up with that? Why would Toyota have changed it in that model's last year of production? The 1996 has a padded area just below the window and has more cloth. The 1997 model is more like the 1998-02 generation door panel design.

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• 1996 TOYOTA COROLLA LE

  Written by: fantascp on Feb 5, 2002 10:25:35 AM

  Hi everyone- i need some help for a friend of mine who owns a 96 Toyota Corolla LE- in trying to find out what could possibly be causing a rubbing/clanking noise under the front left wheel area- under the hood by the drivers side. this noise happened before and the dealership gave her first- new brakes and then a new differential. the noise disappeared, but about 9000 miles later the noise ... Read More

Toyota Corolla

• 1+1=2

  Written by: coolguyky7 on Jan 26, 2002 1:14:51 PM

  Well according to the public (you all) the 2003 Corolla is very good and should do well in competition with the Civic. Toyota expected this so they have made the ability possible to ramp up production higher than previous models. I'm going to assume, based on Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America, and you all...that this Corolla is a grand slam! Wish I could buy one but I love my recently purchased ... Read More

• INFORMATIONS WANTED ON COROLLA

  Written by: truckdude1 on Sep 15, 2001 9:30:14 AM

  Hi, how much would you pay for a 1993-1996 Toyota Corolla with maybe 70,000-100,000 miles on it? We are looking for a car for my son. We dont want to spend too much. Would a Corolla with this many miles still be reliable enough for two or three years? What type of condition would it be in, would the automatic transmission be a high worry of going out or would it ... Read More

• BUYING USED COROLLA - ADVICE

  Written by: shannon14b on Jul 24, 2001 10:00:09 PM

  I am looking at buying a 1993-1996 Toyota Corolla. I have only owned one Toyota (1994 Toyota 4wd p-up) which I sold today. I am looking for something very reliable and gets good gas mileage. Are there any things I should look for or stay away from? Are the automatics stout and reliable? I appreciate ANY information. I got an unlimited account with carfax and I am checking all vehicles through ... Read More

Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair

• 1996 Toyota Corolla will crank but not start!

  Written by: serenity2765 on Jun 17, 2001 3:19:27 PM

  background: This vehicle first experienced problems about four (4) weeks ago. The engine would not crank. Panel lamps came on, but no click from the starter assembly. The vehicle was towed to my residence. Upon cranking the engine immediately after rolling the vehicle off the tow truck, the engine started. The starter was suspect and was replaced. Initially, the vehicle would not crank. It was determined that the ignition wire "AM1" ... Read More

• Toyota Corolla gear change click noise

  Written by: avarkey on Nov 24, 2000 9:20:24 PM

  My 1996 Toyota Corolla makes a loud clicking (hitting) noise from under >carriagewhen I change the gear from Reverse to Drive . This happens when I >take the car out of parking lot and begin to drive. There is no problem >when I drive . And it does not happen always also. Any idea of what could >be the problem. Your answer is greatly appreciated. Thanks

Toyota Corolla

• zerotolerance

  Written by: wenyue on Nov 6, 2000 10:56:42 PM

  If Toyota does what it has done in the past, then you can expect the Japanese/European corolla being carried over to the U.S. That's what Toyota did for the current Corolla, they introduced it in 1998 when it has been out since 1996 in Japan. The 2003 Corolla looks truely impressive. I would be very happy if they just carried it over from Japan to U.S. It's longer, taller, roomier, more ... Read More