maintenance TOYOTA YARIS 2017 3.G Owners Manual

Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advices which are necessary for
driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

TABLE OF CONTENTS4
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 224
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 227
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 230
General maintenance ........ 232
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 235
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 236
Hood.................................. 239
Positioning a floor jack ...... 241
Engine compartment ......... 243
Tires .................................. 253
Tire inflation pressure........ 261
Wheels .............................. 265
Air conditioning filter .......... 268
Wireless remote control battery ............................. 270
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 273
Light bulbs ......................... 278 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 292
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency.................. 293
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 295
If you think something is wrong............................... 300
Fuel pump shut off system ............................. 301
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 302
If you have a flat tire .......... 312
If the engine will not start ... 325
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 327
If your vehicle overheats.... 330
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 333
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises

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8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 336
Fuel information ................ 347
Tire information ................. 350
8-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 363
Items to initialize................ 365
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 368
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ............................... 369
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .............................. 371
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) .................... 382
Alphabetical index...................... 385
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index

671-2. Theft deterrent system
1
For safety and security
Engine immobilizer system∗
The system begins operating after the key has been removed from
the engine switch. The system is canceled after the registered key
has been inserted into the engine switch.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
∗: If equipped
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

742. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” positionto indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after
the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction
in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: If equipped
*3: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating and come on toindicate a malfunction.
*4: The lights turn on with LDA indicator to indicate a malfunction.
*5: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
*1
(Except Canada)
Tire pressure warning
light ( →P. 305)
*1
(Except Canada)
Maintenance required
reminder light ( →P. 306)
*1
(If equipped)
Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
(→P. 305)
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(→P. 143)*1, 4Eco Driving Indicator
Light ( →P. 120)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( →P. 147)
*2
(Green)
Cruise control indicator
(→P. 188)
*2
(Green)
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( →P. 183)
*2
“SET” indicator
(→P. 188)
*2
Front fog light indicator
(→P. 148)
*2
(Green)
LDA indicator
(→P. 178)
*3
(Blue)
Low engine coolant tem-
perature indicator
*2, 9
(Green)
Lane marker indicators
(→P. 179)

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6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 224
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 227
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 230
General maintenance........ 232
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 235
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 236
Hood ................................. 239
Positioning a floor jack ...... 241
Engine compartment ......... 243
Tires .................................. 253
Tire inflation pressure ....... 261
Wheels .............................. 265
Air conditioning filter.......... 268
Wireless remote control battery ............................. 270
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 273
Light bulbs......................... 278

2246-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle. Start
washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the antenna
and extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
● Rear spoiler (if equipped) may not be washable in some automatic car
washes. There may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows and door borders, and high mounted stoplight.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition:

2256-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
■Aluminum wheels (if equipped)
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical clean-
ers.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
● Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
● Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
● To preserve the wheels’ luster, do not allow hot water, such as from steam
cleaning, to contact them directly.
■ Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
WARNING
■When cleaning the windshield
Installation area of front sensor on windshield: → P. 164
■ When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components, etc. to catch fire.
■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes until they have
cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes can cause burns.

2266-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the
paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
● If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
● To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
■ Cleaning the exterior lights
● Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■ Antenna installation and removal precautions
● Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.
● When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.
■ To prevent damage to the antenna
Remove the antenna in the following situations:
● When the antenna will touch the ceiling of a garage or other such places
● When a car cover is to be used to cover the vehicle
■ When using a high pressure car wash
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they
come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

2276-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
●Remove dirt and dust using a va cuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces
with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.
● If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off with a soft cloth dampened with
neutral detergent diluted to approximately 1%.
● Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and water.
● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
● Wipe off any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.
Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool detergent.
●Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
all remaining traces of detergent.
● Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining
moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and ventilated area.
● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
● Wipe it off with a soft cloth dam pened with neutral detergent diluted
to approximately 1%.
● Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and water.
The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior
and keep it in top condition:
Protecting the vehicle interior
Cleaning the leather areas
Cleaning the synthetic leather areas