trailer TOYOTA YARIS 2014 User Guide

348 2-5. Driving information
YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26E
Guidance
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
Checking connections between trailer and lights
Stop the vehicle and check the operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after driving for a brief period as well
as before starting off.
Practicing driving with a coupled trailer
Get the feel for turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area with no or light traffic.
When reversing with a coupled trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to turn it right. Always rotate a lit-
tle at a time to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you
when reversing to lessen the risk of an accident.
NOTICE
When the rear bumper strengthening material is aluminum
Ensure the steel bracket part does not come directly in contact with that
area.
When steel and aluminum come into contact, there is a reaction similar to
corrosion, which will weaken the section concerned and may result in dam-
age. Apply a rust inhibitor to parts that will come in contact when attaching a
steel bracket.

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When driving
YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26EIncreasing vehicle-to-vehicle distance
At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the vehicle may spin out of control.
This is especially true when driving on wet or slippery road sur-
faces.
Sudden acceleration/steering input/cornering
Executing sharp turns when towing may result in the trailer collid-
ing with your vehicle. Decelerate well in advance when approach-
ing turns and take them slowly and carefully to avoid sudden
braking.
Important points regarding turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would normally do.
Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while brak-
ing.
Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.

350 2-5. Driving information
YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26ETransmission information
Vehicles with a Multidrive and multi-mode manual transmission:
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine braking,
do not use the transmission in D. Transmission shift gear position
must be in 4 in the M mode. (P. 253, 258)
Vehicles with a manual transmission:
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine braking,
do not use the transmission in 5 and 6 (vehicles with a 6-speed
manual transmission) gear. (P. 263)
If the engine overheats
Towing a loaded trailer up a long, steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating. If the
high engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes
on, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the road and
stop the vehicle in a safe place. (P. 642)
When parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under the wheels of both the vehicle
and trailer. Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
for Multidrives, E, M or R for multi-mode manual transmissions,
and 1 or R for manual transmissions.

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When driving
YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26E
CAUTION
Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Trailer towing precautions
When towing, make sure that none of the weight limits are exceeded.
(P. 342)
Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long downhill grades.
Operation of the brake pedal
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods of time.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
To avoid accident or injury
Vehicles with a cruise control: Do not use cruise control when you are tow-
ing.
Vehicles with a compact spare tire: Do not tow a trailer when the compact
spare tire is installed on your vehicle.
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit: Do not tow a trailer
when the tire installed is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair
kit.

703 Alphabetical index
YARIS_F(including HV)_WE_52E26E
Spare tire .............................. 578
Tools ................................. 578, 592
Total load capacity .................. 660
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 550
Trailer towing ................ 340, 341
Traction control ....................... 324
Transmission shift
switches ......................... 259, 260
TRC ........................................... 324
Trip information ....................... 284
Trip meter ................................. 271
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 531
Switch ................................... 267
Wattage................................. 684
Vanity lights
Vanity lights........................... 424
Wattage................................. 684
Vanity mirrors .......................... 424
Vehicle data recordings ............ 40
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 663
Vehicle stability control .......... 324
VSC ........................................... 324
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 561
Clutch .................................... 562
Electric power steering
system ................................ 564
Hybrid system ....................... 562
Hybrid system overheat ........ 566
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 562
P position request
indicator light ...................... 566
Seat belt reminder................. 566Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 564
Brake assist system .............. 564
Brake system ........................ 561
Charging system ................... 562
Clutch.................................... 562
Cruise control indicator
light ..................................... 564
DPF system .......................... 566
Electric power steering ......... 564
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 564
Engine oil maintenance ........ 566
Fuel filter ............................... 564
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 562
Hybrid system ....................... 562
Hybrid system overheat ........ 566
Low engine oil level .............. 566
Low engine oil pressure ........ 562
Low fuel level ........................ 566
Low traction battery .............. 564
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 564
Multi-mode manual
transmission ....................... 562
Open door ............................. 566
P position request
indicator light ...................... 566
Pretensioners........................ 564
Seat belt reminder light ......... 566
Slip indicator light.................. 564
Smart entry & start
system ........................ 564, 571
SRS airbags.......................... 564
Stop & Start indicator light .... 564
Washer
Checking ............................... 482
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 336
Switch ........................... 302, 307
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