Browse

Antiques Collectibles Apparel Baby Kids Items Books， Movies And Music Electronics Free Stuff Garden Outdoor Health Beauty Home Goods Home Improvement Supplies Musical Instruments Office Supplies Pet Supplies Sporting Goods Ticket Toys Games Transportation Others

Used Cars New Cars Others

Business Crafts Design And Web Events Home Improvement Legal Lessons Personal Pets Photography Repair And Technical Support Wellness Writing， Translation， And Transcription Others

Activities & Groups Artists & Musicians Classes & Lessons Events Friendship & Networking Lost & Found Rideshare Sports Teams Volunteers Travel & Travel Partners Skills & Language Swap Other

What does the M gear in Corolla mean?

2 Answers

KhloeFitz

07/28/25 7:55pm

Corolla M gear stands for manual mode. There will also be a plus and minus sign next to it, which is used for shifting gears by pushing the gear lever forward or backward or using the steering wheel paddle shifters. "M+" and "M-" represent gear up and gear down, respectively. The number of gears depends on the type of the semi-automatic transmission. When to use the M gear in a car: when overtaking, going uphill or downhill, driving on highways, or driving on icy or snowy roads. When overtaking, you can use the M- gear to lower the gear, which provides higher torque, allowing the car to accelerate quickly in a short time. When driving uphill, you should use M- to keep the gear low, as the engine power is stronger in lower gears. When going downhill, you can use M+ to adjust the gear to 2-3, utilizing the engine's braking effect to slow down the vehicle without relying entirely on the brakes, thus improving driving safety. Additionally, using the M gear when descending steep slopes helps control the speed with the engine, preventing brake overheating and thermal fade. When driving on highways, you can manually use M+ to shift to a higher gear, maintaining a speed of 80-100 km/h for better fuel efficiency. When driving on icy or snowy roads, adjusting the gear to 2 using M+ can reduce wheel slippage.

Was this review help?

14

4

Share

OLola

08/12/25 12:43am

After driving my Corolla for years, I've found that its M mode refers to the manual mode, allowing you to control gear shifts yourself, just like driving a manual transmission car. Normally, shifting to D mode for automatic driving is fine, but when climbing steep hills or descending sharp slopes, the M mode becomes super useful—you can use the small buttons on the steering wheel to shift up or down, saving fuel and preventing brake pad wear. Don’t misuse it, though, like switching gears during high-speed cruising, as the transmission might get noisy. I’ve also noticed that the Corolla’s system is quite smart and can remember your habits, but those who don’t drive often should practice first. Overall, the M mode adds some fun to daily driving, especially when you want to overtake—manually downshifting for a quick speed boost works like a charm.

Was this review help?

7

2

Share

Expand All

More Forum Discussions

How Many Days Does It Take to Schedule Subject 2?

Subject 2 scheduling results are usually available within 5 working days. However, due to significant variations in the number of test centers and candidates across different regions, there is no fixed timeframe to reference. The scheduling results will be released at the latest two to three days before the scheduled date. You can log in to the website to reconfirm the results, and a text message notification will be sent upon successful scheduling. If unsuccessful, you can continue to schedule for subsequent sessions. The content of the Subject 2 test varies by vehicle type, as detailed below: 1. Basic test items: pole test, hill start, side parking, single-plank bridge, curve driving, right-angle turn, speed-limited passage through a narrow gate, continuous obstacle course, 100-meter gear shifting, and bumpy road driving. 2. For large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, and large trucks, the test must include no fewer than 6 items. (1) Mandatory items for large buses and city buses: pole test, hill start, right-angle turn, single-plank bridge, and continuous obstacle course. (2) Mandatory items for tractors: pole test, hill start, curve driving, right-angle turn, and speed-limited passage through a narrow gate. (3) Mandatory items for medium-sized buses and large trucks: pole test, hill start, side parking, single-plank bridge, and continuous obstacle course. Other test items are randomly selected. 3. For small cars, small automatic transmission cars, small automatic transmission cars for the disabled, low-speed trucks, ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles, and ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles, the test must include no fewer than 4 items. (1) Mandatory items for small cars and low-speed trucks: pole test, hill start, and side parking. (2) Mandatory items for small automatic transmission cars and small automatic transmission cars for the disabled: pole test and side parking. (3) Mandatory items for ordinary three-wheeled motorcycles and ordinary two-wheeled motorcycles: pole test, hill start, and single-plank bridge. Other test items are randomly selected.

What brand is fronway tire?

fronway tire is produced by Qingdao Hades Tire. Below is relevant information about Hades Tire: 1. Qingdao Hades Tire Company integrates production, development, and sales, with products sold both domestically and internationally. The company mainly focuses on passenger car tires, truck tires, radial truck tires, bias truck tires, radial light truck tires, radial bias tires, agricultural tires, and industrial tires. 2. The main independent products are radial tires under the brands "EASTONE," "FRONWAY," and "GOLDSHIELD," and the company also extensively engages in OEM cooperation and private label production projects. 3. Currently, Hades Tire not only has a team composed of first-class management and technical personnel but has also established a comprehensive quality management system and sales service system. Additionally, the company's advanced core production and testing equipment are sourced from internationally renowned manufacturers in Germany, the USA, France, and other countries.

Can the car cool without turning on the AC?

AC controls the compressor, and it needs to be turned on for cooling. Here are some related details: 1. Modern car air conditioning systems are divided into manual and automatic types. Both manual and automatic air conditioning have an A/C button. Automatic air conditioning only requires setting the desired temperature, and it can automatically select and open or close different air vents, adjust the airflow, and turn the A/C switch on or off based on light sensors and multiple interior temperature sensors to maintain a constant temperature inside the car, ensuring great comfort. With manual air conditioning, you need to adjust the airflow and temperature yourself, and the interior usually does not reach a constant temperature. 2. In hot summer weather, the A/C button should be turned on, which activates the car's compressor to blow cold air. In cold winter, heating has nothing to do with the compressor. The heat source for heating is not obtained from the air conditioning itself but is provided by the car's radiator, which relies on the heat generated by the engine. The blower then blows this heat into the car, consuming almost no energy, so there is no need to turn on the A/C button.

When is the appropriate time to use turn signals?

The use of turn signals is not regulated by time or distance, but rather by proper usage standards. Remember to use turn signals in the following situations: 1. When making a left or right turn. 2. At a distance of 30 to 100 meters from an intersection, turn on the turn signal in the direction of the turn. 3. When changing lanes, ensure you first activate the corresponding turn signal without obstructing the normal flow of traffic in other lanes before proceeding with the lane change. 4. When overtaking, turn on the turn signal. 5. Properly use turn signals when making a U-turn, entering or exiting a roundabout, or starting from a parked position. 6. Correctly use turn signals when merging onto a highway from an on-ramp.

Does a new car need to undergo on-site inspection in its sixth year?

The sixth-year vehicle requires an on-site annual inspection. Here are the relevant details: 1. The six-year exemption from inspection applies to non-commercial passenger cars and other small or mini passenger vehicles (excluding vans and vehicles with 7 or more seats), which are exempt from on-site inspection within the first six years. 2. Owners need to regularly apply for the annual inspection decal. In the second and fourth years after purchasing a new car, owners must bring the vehicle's registration certificate and valid compulsory traffic insurance policy to the vehicle management office to apply for the inspection decal. Alternatively, they can apply for the annual inspection decal online and choose to have it delivered by courier. 3. Before the sixth-year inspection expires, owners need to take the vehicle to an inspection station for on-site testing. Upon passing the inspection, they can obtain the annual inspection decal. Traffic police departments specifically remind that if a vehicle fails to obtain the inspection decal within three consecutive inspection cycles after the inspection validity period expires, it will be subject to mandatory scrapping.

What does LO mean in car air conditioning?

LO in car air conditioning represents the maximum cooling mode. Car air conditioning modes: LO in car air conditioning stands for maximum cooling. When the vehicle's air conditioning panel displays LO, it indicates that the air conditioning is currently operating at its lowest temperature cooling state, with the system working at full capacity to cool. On the other hand, HI is the abbreviation for 'high' in English. When the panel displays HI, it means the air conditioning is operating at maximum heating capacity, typically at 30 degrees Celsius. In this mode, the system transfers heat from the engine coolant into the vehicle interior. Precautions for using air conditioning: If the vehicle is in a cold start state, heating performance may be affected. Heating will return to normal once the engine coolant temperature rises. Avoid resting in the car with the air conditioning on while the engine is idling. During engine operation, incomplete combustion of gasoline in the cylinders can produce high concentrations of carbon monoxide, leading to potential poisoning hazards.

Trending Ranking

What are the disadvantages of modified blow-off valves?

What are the reasons for the lack of power when accelerating by stepping on the throttle in Lavida?

Where to Add Engine Oil in a Car?

How to Control the Throttle to Maintain a Fixed Speed?

What Causes the Yellow Light on the Dashboard to Illuminate?

Where is the engine air intake located?

What does 100y mean on tires?

What does it mean when the car SRS indicator light is on?

Which Models Are Equipped with Skyactiv Engines?

What does the N gear in a car represent?

More Forum Discussions

What are the advantages of a rotary engine?

How Often Should the Air Filter of a Truck Be Replaced?

What are the reasons for the reverse radar not displaying?

Does a newly purchased car need water added to the radiator?

Help

Cookie

Cookie Settings

© 2025 Servanan International Pte. Ltd.