washer fluid TOYOTA YARIS 2009 2.G Owners Manual

150 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch must be in the ON position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes block
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( P. 253)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 252)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 250)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 246)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 252)
Washer fluid At the correct level? ( P. 256)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

240 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs ( P. 286)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Flathead screwdriver
Radiator and condenser (P. 252) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 264) • Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid ( P. 256)• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (P. 256)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 246)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 246)
Radiator cap
Battery ( P. 253)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 252)Fuse box ( P. 275)
Condenser ( P. 252)
Electric cooling fan
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 250)
Radiator ( P. 252)

256 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Washer fluidIf any washer does not work or the low washer fluid warning light
comes on (if equipped), the wa sher tank may be empty.
Open the lid.
Add washer fluid.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■
When refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

310 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light Indicates that a door is
not fully closed. Check that all doors
are closed.
(On the instrument cluster) Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Warns the driver to fas-
ten his/her seat belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
(On the center panel) Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
(except Canada)Tire pressure warning
light
• When the light comes on:
Indicates low tire inflation
pressure. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure.
• When the light comes on after blinking for 1
minute: Malfunction in
the tire pressure warning
system. Have the system
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
(if equipped)
Low washer fluid warn-
ing light
Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.

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Alphabetical index
If the warning light turns
on ....................................... 307
If you have a flat tire ............ 317
If you lose your keys............. 332
If you think something is wrong ................................. 303
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 340
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 297
If your vehicle overheats ...... 337
Engine Compartment........................ 245
Engine switch ....................... 125
Hood ..................................... 242
How to start the engine ........ 125
Identification number ............ 345
If the engine will not start...... 329
Ignition switch ....................... 125
Immobilizer system................. 74
Overheating .......................... 337
Specifications ....................... 346
Warning light ........................ 308
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 348
Checking .............................. 250
Indicator................................ 141
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 161
Type ..................................... 348
Warning light ........................ 308
Engine immobilizer system ...... 74
Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 347
Checking .............................. 246
Grade ................................... 347
Initializing the maintenance data .................................... 249
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 161
Warning light ................ 308, 310
Engine switch .......................... 125 Engine oil maintenance
data .........................................249
EPS EPS .......................................155
Warning light .........................308
Event data recorder .................305
Floor mat...................................224
Fluid Automatic transmission .........349
Brake .....................................252
Clutch ....................................350
Warning light .................307, 310
Washer ..................................256
Fog lights Indicator ................................147
Replacing light bulbs .............286
Switch....................................147
Wattage .................................352
Front fog lights Indicator ................................147
Replacing light bulbs .............286
Switch....................................147
Wattage .................................352
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................310
Front seats Adjustment ..............................38
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............286
Switch....................................145
Wattage .................................352
Front turn signal lights Indicator ................................131
Lever .....................................131
Replacing light bulbs .............286
Switch....................................131
Wattage .................................352
Fuel Capacity ................................346
Fuel pump shut off system ....304
Gas station information .........392
Gauge ...................................135
F

388 Alphabetical index
Low brake fluid ...................... 307
Low engine oil pressure ........ 308
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 310
Low washer fluid ................... 310
Malfunction ............................ 308
Open door ............................. 310
Seat belt ................................ 310
Seat belt pretensionersystem ................................ 308
SRS ....................................... 308
SRS airbag system ............... 308
Tire pressure ......................... 310
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 310
Washer Checking ............................... 256
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 161
Switch.................................... 148
Warning light ......................... 310
Washing and waxing ............... 228
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 157
Load limits ............................. 160
Weight ................................... 344
Wheels ...................................... 268
Window
glasses ............67, 185, 228, 230
Window lock switch ...................68
Windows
Cleaning and protecting .................... 228, 230
Power windows .......................67
Rear window defogger .......... 185
Washer .................................. 148
Windshield wipers ................... 148
Wireless remote control key Replacing the key battery...... 273
Wireless remote control ..........28
WMA disc .................................. 200