framos88 Posted January 15, 2008 Share Posted January 15, 2008 HI i just got my first car a Toyota Corolla 04 LE and i love. what are some things i should do i want advice for every thing from up keep to tuning and all that good stuff. i have power windows and doors. i dont have a alarm that is the first thing on my list to get and than a stereo system and suggestions. thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leighcm Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 Welcome!! How many miles are on your car? Some things you'll need to do: first, make sure all your maintenances are up to date. Then start on all the fun stuff like stereos, wheels, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framos88 Posted January 16, 2008 Author Share Posted January 16, 2008 Welcome!! How many miles are on your car? the miles are 71640 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leighcm Posted January 16, 2008 Share Posted January 16, 2008 You may need a tune-up...basically a 60k service if you have the manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framos88 Posted January 17, 2008 Author Share Posted January 17, 2008 where could i get the manual? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leighcm Posted January 17, 2008 Share Posted January 17, 2008 You could order one from Toyota...about a week, probably. If you want just the maintenance guide, you can get that off Toyota.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framos88 Posted January 17, 2008 Author Share Posted January 17, 2008 thanks alot i will post when i get the tune up done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dapqam Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 My daughter owns an 04 Corolla S. One thing to be careful of is the center console door that opens down. The plastic pins that act as the pivot when the doors opens are very easily broken. Be very careful not to break these hinge points. Also if you have a moon roof. Be careful to watch for cracks forming in the band that goes around the glass roof. If cracks occur they will cause leaks during rainy weather. A little epoxy will fill in the crack and seal it from leaking. I do not yet know how much a complete replacement of the edging would cost. But it seems like the edging ages too quickly in my opinion. Also make sure you clean the cabin air filter, which is located behind the glove compartment. Probably at least once per year, maybe more, you should remove it and remove the debris. Probably should replce it after a few years. Leaves and other particulates get in there and it should be kept clean. Fortunately Toyota started putting these filters in the cars, because in prior years the AC would get smelling musty after junk got in there with no way to clean it out. Just some experiences for you to watch out for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonestar Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Also make sure you clean the cabin air filter, which is located behind the glove compartment. I replace the cabin air filter on my 06 Corolla every time I change my oil :P Excessive, but I love my car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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