Last Modified: 06-05-2026 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM10000000263XL
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: GR Corolla Prod Date Range: [09/2022 -           ]
Title: G16E-GTS (BATTERY / CHARGING): GENERATOR: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION; 2023 - 2026 MY GR Corolla [09/2022 -        ]

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • Do not remove the generator pulley cap.
  • If the generator pulley cap is removed, replace the generator pulley cap and generator pulley with clutch with new ones as the correct grease amount cannot be confirmed.

HINT:

If it is confirmed that the generator assembly is not generating power, it is not necessary to perform the counterclockwise check as another malfunction is suspected.

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT

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2. INSPECT GENERATOR PULLEY WITH CLUTCH

(a) Check that the generator pulley with clutch operates in accordance with the following table.

Counterclockwise

Clockwise

Standard

Counterclockwise

Clockwise

Spins Freely

Lock

HINT:

If the generator pulley with clutch does not turn smoothly, does not operate as specified, or an abnormal sound is output, replace it with a new one.

3. INSTALL V-RIBBED BELT

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