traction control TOYOTA YARIS 2019 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS4
YARIS SEDAN_OM_OM99S50z_(U)3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
Antilock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 204
Traction Control System (TCS) .............................. 205
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) .............................. 207
3-7. Fuel Economy Monitor Fuel Economy Monitor ...... 210
3-8. Drive Selection Drive Selection (Automatic Transaxle) ..... 213
3-9. Power Steering Power Steering.................. 215
3-10. Active Safety System Active Safety System ........ 216
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) ............................ 217
Laser Sensor ..................... 223
3-11. Cruise Control Cruise Control ................... 225
3-12. Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ............................ 230
3-13. Rear View Monitor Rear View Monitor............. 234 4-1. Climate Control System
Operating Tips ................... 246
Vent Operation .................. 247
Manual Type ...................... 249
Fully Automatic Type ......... 256
4-2. Audio System Antenna ............................. 261
Operating Tips for Audio System ............................ 262
Audio Set (Type A [non-touchscreen]) .......... 275
Audio Set (Type B [touchscreen]).................. 291
Audio Control Switch Operation......................... 314
AUX/USB mode ................. 317
4-3. Bluetooth
®
Bluetooth®......................... 338
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
(Type A)........................... 373
Bluetooth
® Hands-Free
(Type B)........................... 384
Bluetooth
® Audio
(Type A)........................... 398
Bluetooth
® Audio
(Type B)........................... 402
Troubleshooting ................. 415
4-4. Interior Equipment Sunvisors ........................... 420
Interior Lights ..................... 421
Accessory Socket .............. 424
Cup Holder ........................ 425
Bottle Holder ...................... 426
Storage Compartments ..... 427
4Interior Features

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2-9. Driving Tips
Hazardous Driving
When driving on ice or in water, snow, mud, sand, or similar hazards:
• Be cautious and allow ex tra distance for braking.
• Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering.
• Do not pump the brakes. Continue to press down on the brake pedal. Refer to Antilock Brake System (ABS) on P. 204.
• If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly. D o not
spin the front wheels.
• For more traction in starting on slippery surfaces such as ice or
packed snow, use sand, rock sal t, chains, carpeting, or other non-
slip material under the front wheels.
Use snow chains only on the front wheels.
WARNING
■ Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slipper y sur-
faces
Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is danger-
ous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to s kid. This
could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.

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3When Driving
3-1. Start/Stop EngineIgnition Switch ................... 146
Starting the Engine ........... 148
Turning the Engine Off ...... 153
3-2. Combination Meter and Display
Meters and Gauges .......... 154
Warning/Indicator Lights .............................. 162
3-3. Transaxle Manual Transaxle Operation ........................ 166
Automatic Transaxle Controls........................... 170
3-4. Switches and Controls Lighting Control ................. 181
Fog Lights ......................... 188
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................ 189
Windshield Wipers and Washer..................... 191
Rear Window Defogger ......................... 196
Hazard Warning Flasher ............................ 197
3-5. Brake Brake System .................... 198
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ... 202 3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
Antilock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 204
Traction Control System (TCS) .............................. 205
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) .............................. 207
3-7. Fuel Economy Monitor Fuel Economy Monitor ...... 210
3-8. Drive Selection Drive Selection (Automatic Transaxle) ..... 213
3-9. Power Steering Power Steering ................. 215
3-10. Active Safety System Active Safety System ........ 216
Smart City Brake Support (SCBS)............................ 217
Laser Sensor..................... 223
3-11. Cruise Control Cruise Control ................... 225
3-12. Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ............................ 230
3-13. Rear View Monitor Rear View Monitor ............ 234

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
Traction Control System (TCS)
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
P. 526.
To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch ( P. 208).
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety
by controlling engine torque and braking. W hen the TCS detects
driving wheel slippage, it lower s engine torque and operates th e
brakes to prevent loss of traction.
This means that on a slick surface , the engine adjusts automati-
cally to provide optimum power to the drive wheels, limiting
wheel spin and loss of traction.
WARNING
■ Do not rely on the Traction Cont rol System (TCS) as a substitute for
safe driving
The Traction Control System (TCS) cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following anothe r vehicle too
closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road cont act because
of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.
■ Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at reduced speeds when roads
are covered with ice and/or snow
Driving without proper traction devices on snow and/or ice-cove red roads is
dangerous. The Traction Control System (TCS) alone cannot provide ade-
quate traction and you could still have an accident.

4625-3. Owner Maintenance
YARIS SEDAN_OM_OM99S50z_(U)
If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.New tread
Worn tread
Tread wear indicator
You should replace the tire bef ore the band crosses the entire tread.
With tire pressure monitoring system:
After adjusting the tire pressur e, initialization of the tire p ressure mon-
itoring system is necessary to m ake the system operate normally .
Refer to Tire Pressure Monitorin g System Initialization on P. 233.
Tires degrade over time, even wh en they are not being used on the road.
It is recommended that tires gen erally be replaced when they are 6 years
or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions
can accelerate the aging process. You should replace the spare tire when
you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire. The
period in which the tire was manufactured (both week and year) is indi-
cated by a 4-digit number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on P. 554.
Replacing a Tire
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3
WARNING
■Always use tires that are in good condition
Driving with worn tires is dangero us. Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.
■Replace all four tires at the same time
Replacing just one tire is dangerous. It could cause poor handl ing and
poor braking resulting in loss of vehicle control. Toyota strongly recom-
mends that you replace all four tires at the same time. If you replace
only two tires, the new tires should be installed on the rear o f the vehi-
cle.

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7-6. Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Unifor m Tire Quality Grading System
(UTQGS)
This information relates to the tire grading system developed b y the
U.S. National Highway Traffic Saf ety Administration for grading tires
by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate
of the tire when tested under con trolled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one-and-a-half times as
well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi tions
of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the no rm
because of variations in driving habits, service practices and differ-
ences in road characteristics and climate.
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet paveme nt as
measured under controlled conditio ns on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
Tread Wear
Traction-AA, A, B, C
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (s traight
ahead) traction tests and does not include acceleration corneri ng (turn-
ing), hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

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5577-7. Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
■Maximum Load Rating
This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds
that can be carried by the tire.
■Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
This number is the greatest amoun t of air pressure that should ever
be put in the tire under normal driving conditions.
■Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature Grades
●Tread wear: The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based
on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condi -
tions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on
the government course as a tire graded 100.
● Traction: The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A ,
B, and C. The grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on we t
pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction performance.
● Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and
C, representing the tire’s res istance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat w hen tested under controlled cond i-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
■Snow Tires
In some heavy snow areas, local governments may require true
snow tires, those with very deeply cut tread. These tires shoul d only
be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels. Make sure you pu r-
chase snow tires that are the sa me size and construction type as
the other tires on your vehicle.
■SAFETY WARNING
The following safety warning appears on the tire’s sidewall. SE RI-
OUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM: • EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER MOUNTING-MATCH TIRE DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER;
NEVER EXCEED 40 psi (275 kPa) TO SEAT BEADS-ONLY
SPECIALLY TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD MOUNT TIRES.
• TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDE R-INFLATION/OVERLOADING/
DAMAGE-FOLLOW OWNER’S MANUAL AND PLACARD IN
VEHICLE-FREQUENTLY CHECK INFLATION PRESSURE AND
INSPECT FOR DAMAGE.

597Alphabetical index
YARIS SEDAN_OM_OM99S50z_(U)
Starting the Engine.................. 148
Steering Wheel......................... 119Horn ...................................... 119
Storage Compartments ........... 427 Cargo Sub-Compartment...... 429
Glove compartment .............. 428
Overhead Console ................ 427
Rear coat hooks.................... 429
Sunvisors ................................. 420
Tachometer .............................. 157
Theft Deterrent System ........... 129
Tiedown Hook ..................................... 520
Tire Information ....................... 554
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ................................... 230
Tire inflation pressure warning beep ......................... 538
Tires .......................................... 459 Flat Tire................................. 497
Replacing a Tire.................... 462
Replacing a Wheel................ 463
Snow tires ............................. 138
Specifications........................ 582
Temporary Spare Tire........... 463
Tire Inflation Pressure........... 459
Tire Rotation ......................... 460
Tire chains ............................ 138
Uniform tire quality grading system (UTQGS) . ............... 551
Towing
Recreational towing .............. 144
Trailer Towing ....................... 143
Towing Description ................. 519
Traction Control System
(TCS)....................................... 205 TCS/DSC Indicator Light ...... 206
Trip Computer .......................... 160
Trip Meter ................................. 155 Trouble
Battery runs out .................... 511
Emergency Starting .............. 515
Emergency Towing ............... 519
Flat Tire ................................ 497
Overheating .......................... 517
Parking in an Emergency ..... 496
When Trunk Lid Cannot be
Opened .............................. 539
Trunk Lid .................................. 109 Inside Trunk Release
Lever .................................. 112
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened .............................. 539
Trunk Light............................... 422
Turn Signals............................. 189
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 420
Vehicle Data Recordings ........ 550
Vehicle Information Labels..................................... 576
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