Toyota Corolla 2002 FAQs

Check out real-world situations relating to the Toyota Corolla 2002 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

• Corolla burnt vavles

  The person repairing your cylinder head should have used LPG -  compatible valves and valve seats; had they done so you would not have any further trouble. We have been asked about the upper cylinder lubricants you refer to many times, but we have never been able to establish their worth beyond the claims made in the brochures etc. Running on petrol will only be effective on valve train degradation whilst running on petrol; periodic petrol operation is to recommended to protect the petrol system components, keep the fuel volatile, etc . Keeping the LPG system in tune should be in line with the manufacturer's recommendation for periodic scheduled maintenance and should be provided in the operators manual for the gas system. The petrol system should also be serviced in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. As a precaution, have the valve clearances checked every 10,000 km.

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• Toyota Corolla: LPG Conversion

  You can fit LPG to your Corolla, but it is recommended that you use an injection system because of the risk of backfiring with the older system and the damage that could cause to the plastic intake manifold.

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• Gearbox worries

  NO IT won't cause wear on the gearbox, but it's not a good idea on safety grounds. He's got no chance of getting out of the way should something happen that puts him in danger while he's sitting there in neutral. It's much better to be in drive with an escape plan just in case.

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