Fitment notes: Standard engine bay location; Q85 JIS equivalent
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Every control module on the 2014-2017 Toyota Corolla — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Electric Power Steering Control Module (EPS ECU)2.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column area, mounted to electric power steering column assembly
🔧 Techstream or Autel/Launch
⚠️ Steering angle sensor zero-point calibration mandatory. Torque sensor calibration required. Column removal typically needed for access.
📍 Under front passenger seat, integrated with seat weight sensor mat assembly
🔧 Techstream or Autel/Launch
⚠️ Calibration required with known weights per Toyota procedure. SRS system component. Zero-point and span calibration mandatory after replacement.
Body Control Module (BCM)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Driver side lower dash area, behind kick panel left of steering column
🔧 Toyota Techstream with TIS subscription
⚠️ VIN registration required. Controls lighting, wipers, power windows, door locks, security. Key registration required. Gateway functions may be integrated.
📍 Front bumper area, behind front grille emblem or lower grille center
🔧 Toyota Techstream with TIS subscription
⚠️ Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) equipped models only (2017+ Corolla iM, limited 2017 sedan availability). Radar aiming/calibration mandatory. Requires alignment rack or target setup.
📍 Center console area, under center console trim, or integrated with BCM
🔧 Toyota Techstream with TIS subscription
⚠️ All keys must be registered to new module. ECM pairing required. Security seed-key authentication mandatory. Smart key system standard on most trims.
Engine Control Module / Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM)1.3 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, driver side firewall area, mounted to bulkhead behind battery
🔧 Toyota Techstream with TIS subscription
⚠️ VIN registration and immobilizer pairing required. Security seed-key authentication mandatory. Battery relocation may be needed for access.
Air Conditioning Amplifier / HVAC Control Module (A/C AMP)1.3 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dash climate control panel, integrated into HVAC control head unit
🔧 Techstream or basic scan tool
⚠️ Automatic climate control models. Actuator calibration runs automatically. Manual calibration available via Techstream for faster completion.
📍 Driver side lower dash area, behind kick panel or integrated with BCM
🔧 Toyota Techstream with TIS subscription
⚠️ Manages CAN bus communication between modules. VIN registration required. More prevalent than previous generation. May be integrated with BCM on some trims.
Pre-Collision Camera / Lane Departure Camera ECU (CAMERA ECU)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Windshield area, behind rearview mirror, integrated with camera assembly
🔧 Toyota Techstream with TIS subscription
⚠️ Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) equipped models only (2017+ Corolla iM, limited 2017 sedan). Windshield replacement requires recalibration. Static or dynamic calibration available.
Backup Camera ECU (CAMERA ECU)0.9 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear trunk/liftgate area, integrated with camera assembly behind rear emblem or license plate area
🔧 Techstream or basic scan tool
⚠️ Standard equipment on most trims (federally mandated 2018+, but common on 2015-2017). Guideline calibration available. Camera and module often single unit.
⚠️ Direct TPMS system standard. Sensor ID registration required. Relearn via Techstream, TPMS tool, or drive cycle. Module rarely fails independently.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE · 20V024000
2020-01-17 · EA19001
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon, and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid vehicles. During certain crashes, the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) may malfunction, possibly disabling the deployment of the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners that do not deploy as intended may increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ECU and install a noise filter between the air bag control module and its wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk beginning March 2, 2020. A second letter notifying owners of the remedy repair will be mailed between March 16, 2020 and June 27, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB03, 20TA03 and 20TA05.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 19V503000
2019-06-28
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Toyota Camry, Corolla, Rav4, Sienna, and Yaris iA vehicles equipped with factory-installed floor mats. The load carrying capacity modification label may be incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began August 23, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. SET's number for this recall is SET19A.
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE · 17V295000
2017-05-02
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. (Gulf States) is recalling certain 2017 4Runner , 86, Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Corolla, Corolla iM, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Prius, Prius C, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Sienna and Yaris vehicles. The spare tire air pressure was not adjusted to the proper pressure as stated on the Tire Pressure Label.
Consequence: A spare tire that is not inflated to the proper value may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Gulf States will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the spare tires, adjusting their pressure as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Gulf States customer service at 1-800-444-1074. Toyota's number for this recall is 17R2.
Fuel economy (EPA)
City
28mpg
Highway
36mpg
Combined
31mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
Capability & size
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Wiper blades
2014-2019 generation (E170). Sedan body style has no rear wiper.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2017 Toyota Corolla 1.8L I4 and can vary by trim.
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