warning light TOYOTA YARIS 2012 3.G Owner's Guide

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage
should occur (vehicles with a tire
pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning syste m may not activate immediately.
■Maintenance of the tire (vehicles with a tire pressure warning sys-
tem)
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pr essure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-ti re pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pre ssure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi ciency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire ma intenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illu mination of the TPMS low ti re pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).

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CAUTION
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat-
ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi-
cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system det ects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute an d then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi cator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installati on of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction te lltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.
NOTICE
■Precaution when installing a different tire (vehicles with a tire pres-
sure warning system)
When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pres-
sure warning system may not operate properly.

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Put the center portion of the belt
onto the rear center head
restraint position and then return
the rear center head restraint.
Hold the buckle and pull the belt
to secure the tire.
After stowing the flat tire, check
that the tire and belt are
secured.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressu re of the compact spare
tire. ( P. 351)
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with a tire pressure
warning system)
The tire pressure warnin g system must be reset. ( P. 254)
■When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a tire pressure
warning system)
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warn ing system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam:
Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam sub-
sides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam:
Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating:
Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning light
goes off and then stop the engine.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and call your Toyota dealer.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.

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■
Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating:
●The high engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on
or a loss of power is experienced.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injuries such as burns.
● Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and drive belt while the engine
is running.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable. ( P. 347)
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence Shift Control ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LED Light Emitting Diode
M + S Mud + Snow
MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System
TRAC Traction Control TWI Treadwear IndicatorsVIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 192
ABSABS ...................................... 162
Warning light ........................ 306
Air conditioning filter .............. 268
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 268
Air conditioning
system................................ 192
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 84
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 88
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 84
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 88
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 93
General airbag precautions .... 88
Indicators ................................ 93
Locations of airbags ............... 80
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................. 92
Proper driving posture ...... 78, 88
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 84
Side airbag precautions.......... 88
SRS airbags ........................... 80
Warning light ........................ 306
Alarm .......................................... 74
Antenna ............................ 220, 222
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-lock brake system ......... 162
Warning light ........................ 306
Audio input .............................. 200 Audio system
Antenna .........................220, 222
Audio input ............................200
AUX port/USB port ................200
Portable music player............200
Steering wheel audio switches ..............................201
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........127
Fluid ......................................349
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................328
Indicators...............................136
Shift lock system .... ...............328
AUX port/USB port ...................200
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............286
Wattage .................................352
Back door ...................................38
Battery Checking ...............................249
Gravity ...................................348
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................330
Preparing and checking before winter .......................172
Warning light .................305, 306
Bottle holders ...........................207
Brake assist ..............................162
Brakes Fluid ......................................248
Parking brake ........................131
Specifications ........................350
Warning light .........................305
Break-in tips .............................114A
B

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CareExterior .................................. 220
Interior ................................... 223
Seat belts .............................. 224
Cargo capacity ......................... 167
Chains ....................................... 172
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ..........98
Booster seats, installation ..... 102
Convertible seats, definition ...............................98
Convertible seats, installation ........................... 102
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............93
Infant seats, definition .............98
Infant seats, installation......... 102
Installing CRS with LATCH system ................................ 103
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 104
Installing CRS with top tether straps ........................ 108
Child safety Airbag precautions ..................88
Battery precautions ....... 250, 332
Child restraint syst em..............98
Child-protectors .......................36
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................58
Installing child restraints ........ 102
Power window lock switch.......67
Power window precautions .....68
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 272
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................61
Seat belt precautions ..............59 Child-protectors ......................... 36
Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 220
Interior ................................... 223
Seat belts .............................. 224
Clock ................................. 133, 210
Clutch Fluid ...................................... 349
Pedal .............................. 112,129
Condenser ................................ 247
CRS ............................................. 98
Cruise control .......................... 158
Cup holders .............................. 205
Curtain shield airbags ............... 80
Customizable features ............ 368
Daytime running light system .................................... 147
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 199
Side mirrors........................... 199
Dimension ................................ 342
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 233
Doors Back door ................................ 38
Door glasses ........................... 67
Door lock ................................. 34
Side doors ............................... 34
Side mirrors............................. 64
Warning light ......................... 307
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 307
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 114
Correct posture ....................... 78
Procedures............................ 112
Winter driving tips ................. 172C
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Electric power steering
Electric power steering ......... 162
Warning light ........................ 306
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 296
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start...... 327
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 328
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................... 330
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 305
If the warning light turns
on ....................................... 305
If you have a flat tire ............ 315
If you lose your keys............. 329
If you think something is wrong ................................. 303
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 337
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 339
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 297
If your vehicle overheats ...... 334
Engine Compartment........................ 241
Engine switch ....................... 124
Hood ..................................... 236
How to start the engine ........ 124
Identification number ............ 344
If the engine will not start...... 327
Ignition switch ....................... 124
Immobilizer system................. 72
Overheating .......................... 334
Specifications ....................... 345
Warning light ........................ 306 Engine coolant
Capacity ................................347
Checking ...............................246
Indicator ................................136
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................172
Type ......................................347
Warning light .........................306
Engine immobilizer system.......72
Engine oil Capacity ................................346
Checking ...............................242
Grade ....................................346
Initializing the maintenance
data .....................................227
Preparing and checking before winter .......................172
Warning light .................306, 307
Engine switch ...........................124
EPS EPS .......................................162
Warning light .........................306
Event data recorder ...................22
Floor mat...................................214
Fluid
Automatic transmission .........349
Brake .............................248, 350
Clutch ....................................349
Warning light .................305, 307
Washer ..................................252
Fog lights Indicator ................................136
Replacing light bulbs .............286
Switch....................................148
Wattage .................................352
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light.........................307
Front seats Adjustment ..............................43E
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Odometer .................................. 141
OilEngine oil .............................. 242
Manual transmission ............. 349
Warning light ................. 306, 307
Opener Fuel door .................................69
Fuel filler door .........................69
Hood...................................... 236
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting .................................64
Folding ....................................65
Outside temperature display .................................... 211
Overheating, Engine ................334
Parking brake ........................... 131
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Personal lights
Switch.................................... 203
Wattage ................................. 352
Power outlet ............................. 213
Power windows ..........................67
Radiator .................................... 247
Rear seat Folding down ...........................47
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Rear turn signal lights Indicator ................................ 136
Lever ..................................... 130
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 130
Wattage ................................. 352
Rear window defogger ............ 199
Rear window wiper .................. 153 Replacing
Key battery ............................ 270
Fuses .................................... 274
Light bulbs............................. 286
Tires .............................. 253, 315
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 372
Seat belts ALR ......................................... 57
Automatic Locking
Retractor ............................... 57
Child restraint system
installation..................... 98, 102
Cleaning and maintaining ..... 224
ELR ......................................... 57
Emergency Locking Retractor .............................. 57
How to wear your seat belt ..... 54
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 58
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use ......................... 58
Reminder light ....................... 307
Seat belt extenders ................. 58
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 57
Seats Adjustment .............................. 43
Adjustment precautions .......... 46
Child seats/child restraint system installation ........ 98, 102
Cleaning ................................ 223
Folding down the rear seat ..... 47
Folding down the rear seat precautions ........................... 49
Front seat adjustment ............. 43
Front seat adjustment precautions ........................... 46
Head restraint ......................... 51
Properly sitting in the seat....... 78
Service reminder indicators ............................... 136O
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