towing TOYOTA YARIS 2012 Owners Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 204
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles without a smart
entry & start system])........ 224
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles with a smart
entry & start system])........ 228
Engine (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
without an electronic
key]) .................................. 238
Power (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
with an electronic key]) ..... 243
EV drive mode
(hybrid vehicle) ................. 250
Hybrid transmission ............ 252
Multidrive ............................ 255
Multi-mode manual
transmission ..................... 260
Manual transmission ........... 265
Turn signal lever ................. 269
Parking brake...................... 271
Horn .................................... 2722-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters............ 273
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 278
Multi-information display .... 286
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ................. 293
Fog light switch .................. 302
Windshield wiper and
washer ............................. 304
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................. 309
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 311
Speed limiter ...................... 315
Stop & Start system ........... 318
Driving assist systems........ 326
Hill-start assist control
(hybrid vehicle)................. 332
Diesel particulate filter
system.............................. 334
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 336
Winter driving tips............... 338
Trailer towing
(hybrid vehicle)................. 342
Trailer towing (except
hybrid vehicle [except for
South Africa]) ................... 343
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CAUTION
Road accident cautions
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents, shift the
shift lever to P, apply the parking brake, and turn the hybrid system off.
(P. 239, 244)
Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables or connectors.
If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline
electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact
with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water
or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even
a small amount of water may be dangerous.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the
wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground
when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may
cause an electricity leakage leading to a fire. (P. 553)
Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible and contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Nickel-metal hydride battery
Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of
improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe
burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE
Stowing the seat belts
The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you fold down the
rear seatbacks.

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Rear center seat belt
The rear center seat belt is a 3-point type restraint with 2 buckles.
Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched
for proper operation.
Make sure that the buckle is
securely latched ready for use of
the center seat belt.
Matches the tab with hooked
end (tab “A”).
Matches the tab with concave
end (tab “B”).
Release method
The rear center seat belt can be completely released only when nec-
essary such as when folding down the rear seat.
To release the tab “B”, press
the release button.
To release the tab “A”, insert
the key or tab “B” into the hole
on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 204
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles without a smart
entry & start system])...... 224
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles with a smart
entry & start system])...... 228
Engine (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
without an electronic
key]) ................................ 238
Power (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
with an electronic key]) ... 243
EV drive mode
(hybrid vehicle) ............... 250
Hybrid transmission .......... 252
Multidrive .......................... 255
Multi-mode manual
transmission ................... 260
Manual transmission......... 265
Turn signal lever ............... 269
Parking brake ................... 271
Horn .................................. 272
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 273
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 278
Multi-information display ... 2862-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch................ 293
Fog light switch ................. 302
Windshield wiper and
washer ............................ 304
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 309
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.................... 311
Speed limiter ..................... 315
Stop & Start system .......... 318
Driving assist systems ...... 326
Hill-start assist control
(hybrid vehicle) ............... 332
Diesel particulate filter
system ............................ 334
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 336
Winter driving tips ............. 338
Trailer towing
(hybrid vehicle) ............... 342
Trailer towing (except hybrid
vehicle [except for
South Africa]) .................. 343

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If the cruise control indicator light comes in yellow (hybrid vehicle)
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press
the button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
In heavy traffic
On roads with sharp bends
On winding roads
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
When your vehicle is towing a trailer

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Speed limiter can be set when
The speed limiter can be set at any vehicle speed. However, if the speed lim-
iter is set while the vehicle speed is below 30 km/h (18 mph), the speed lim-
iter will be set to 30 km/h (18 mph).
Exceeding the set speed
In the following situation, the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed and
multi-information display characters will flash:
Automatic speed limiter cancelation
The set speed is automatically canceled when the cruise control is activated.
CAUTION
To avoid operating the speed limiter by mistake
Switch the speed limiter off using the speed limiter switch when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for the speed limiter
Do not use the speed limiter in either of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause a serious or fatal acci-
dent.
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice and snow
On steep hills
When your vehicle is towing a trailer
When fully depressing the accelerator
pedal
When driving down a hill way

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Trailer towing (hybrid vehicle)
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Toy-
ota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the
use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your
vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch
mounted carriers.

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Trailer towing (except hybrid vehicle [except for South Africa])
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger carrying vehicle.
Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, perfor-
mance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. Your safety and
satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cau-
tious driving habits. For your safety and the safety of others, do not
overload the vehicle or trailer.
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in
accordance with the trailer’s characteristics and operating condi-
tions.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Ask your local authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, for further details before tow-
ing, as there are additional legal requirements in some countries.
Weight limits
Check the allowable towing capacity, GVM (Gross Vehicle
Mass), MPAC (Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity), and per-
missible drawbar load before towing. (P. 654)
Towing hitch/bracket
Toyota recommends the use of the Toyota hitch/bracket for your
vehicle. Other products of a suitable nature and comparable
quality may also be used.

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Important points regarding trailer loads
Total trailer weight and permissible drawbar load
Total trailer weight
Weight of the trailer itself plus the
trailer load should be within the
maximum towing capacity.
Exceeding this weight is danger-
ous.
(P. 654)
When towing a trailer, use a fric-
tion coupler or friction stabilizer
(sway control device).
Permissible drawbar load
Allocate the trailer load so that
the drawbar load is greater than
25 kg (55.1 lb.) or 4% of the tow-
ing capacity. Do not let the draw-
bar load exceed the indicated
weight. (P. 654)