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How to Disable the TRC in the Toyota Corolla

Model: Toyota Corolla MK 5, E210 - Years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Part: Checks and maintenance

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To disable the Traction Control (TRC) in the Toyota Corolla, follow these steps: ### 1. **Start the vehicle:** - Start the Toyota Corolla and ensure the engine is running. ### 2. **Locate the TRC OFF button:** - Look for the button labelled "TRC OFF" or "Traction Control OFF". This button is usually found on the dashboard, near the steering wheel or near the gearbox. ### 3. **Press the TRC OFF button:** - Press the "TRC OFF" button once.

A warning light will appear on the dashboard indicating that the traction control is disabled.

The light is usually represented by an icon of a car with curved lines underneath it. ### 4. **Reactivating the TRC:** - To reactivate the traction control, press the "TRC OFF" button again. The light on the dashboard will turn off, indicating that the system has been reactivated. ### Additional notes: - **Temporary deactivation:** The TRC is temporarily disabled and will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is next started. - **Driving conditions:** Disabling the TRC can be useful in situations such as driving on snow or mud, where you may want more control over wheel slip.

However, it is important to reactivate it for safe driving on normal roads. By following these steps, you should be able to easily disable and reactivate the traction control in your Toyota Corolla.


Updated on 18 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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