TOYOTA YARIS 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

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2113-5. Brake
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When Driving
For parking in snow, refer to Winter Driving (P. 146) regarding parking
brake use.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
P. 493.
When the disc brake pads
become worn, the built-in wear
indicators contact the disc plates.
This causes a screeching noise to
warn that the pads should be
replaced.
When you hear this noise, consul t your Toyota dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
In high humidity weather conditions, brake noises, such as brake squeak or
brake squeal can be heard. It does not indicate a malfunction.
NOTICE
Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the brake
parts.
Warning Light
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
WARNING
■ Do not drive with worn disc pads
Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a
serious accident. As soon as you hear a screeching noise consult your
Toyota dealer.

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3-5. Brake
During emergency braking situations when it is necessary to depress
the brake pedal with greater forc e, the brake assist system provides
braking assistance, thus enhancing braking performance.
When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickl y,
the brakes apply more firmly.
● When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickl y, t h e
pedal will feel softer but the brakes will apply more firmly. This is a normal
effect of the brake assist operation and does not indicate a malfunction.
● When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickl y, a
motor/pump operation noise may be heard. This is a normal effec t of the
brake assist and does not indicate a malfunction.
● The brake assist equipment does not supersede the functionality of the
vehicle’s main braking system.
Brake Assist

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3-5. Brake
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When Driving
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
For vehicles with a manual transaxle, Hill Launch Assist (HLA) oper-
ates on a downward slope when the shift lever is in the reverse (R)
position, and on an upward slope when the shift lever is in a p osition
other than the reve rse (R) position.
For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, Hill Launch Assist (H LA)
operates on a downward slope when the shift lever is in the rev erse
(R) position, and on an upward slope when the shift lever is in a for-
ward gear.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate on a gentle slope. In addition, the
gradient of the slope on which the system will operate changes depending
on the vehicle’s load.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate if the parking brake is applied, the
vehicle has not stopped completely, or the clutch pedal is released.
● While Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is operating, the brake pedal ma y feel stiff
and vibrate, however, this does not indicate a malfunction.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate while the TCS/DSC ind icator light
is illuminated.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on P. 493.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not turn off even if the DSC OFF switch is
pressed to turn off the TCS/DSC.
: If equipped
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is a f unction which assists the driver in
accelerating from a stop while on a slope. When the driver
releases the brake pedal and depresses the accelerator pedal
while on a slope, the function pr events the vehicle from rolling.
The braking force is maintained automatically after the brake
pedal is released on a steep grade.

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3-5. Brake
WARNING
■Do not rely completely on Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is an auxiliary device for acceleratin g from a stop
on a slope. The system only operates for about 2 seconds and th erefore,
relying only on the system, when accelerating from a stop is da ngerous
because the vehicle may move (roll) unexpectedly and cause an a ccident.
The vehicle could roll depending on the vehicle’s load or if it is towing some-
thing. In addition, for vehicles with a manual transaxle, the vehicle could still
roll depending on how the clutch pedal or the accelerator pedal is operated.
Always confirm the safety around the vehicle before starting to drive the
vehicle.

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a
chattering noise from the brake system. This is normal ABS syst em
operation. Continue to depress the brake pedal without pumping the
brakes.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
P. 493.
● Braking distances may be longer on loose surfaces (snow or grav el, for
example) which usually have a hard foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less distance to stop under these co nditions
because the tires will build up a wedge of surface layer when t he wheels
skid.
● The sound of the ABS operating may be heard when starting the engine or
immediately after starting the vehicle, however, it does not in dicate a mal-
function.
The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each
wheel. If one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS responds by
automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel’s brake.
WARNING
■ Do not rely on ABS as a su bstitute for safe driving
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, exce ssive
speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driv ing on ice and
snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of
water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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. 493.
To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch ( P. 219).
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 contact 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.

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2173-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
This indicator light stays on for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched ON. If the TCS or DSC is
operating, the indicator light
flashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may
have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take you r
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
● In addition to the indicator light flashing, a slight lugging s ound will come
from the engine. This indicates that the TCS/DSC is operating p roperly.
● On slippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it will be impossible to achieve
high rpm when the TCS is on.
TCS/DSC Indicator Light

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
DSC operation is possible at speeds greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
P. 493.
The Dynamic Stability Control ( DSC) automatically controls
braking and engine torque in c onjunction with systems such as
ABS and TCS to help control si de slip when driving on slippery
surfaces, or during sudden or e vasive maneuvering, enhancing
vehicle safety.
Refer to ABS ( P. 215) and TCS ( P. 216).
WARNING
■Do not rely on the Dynamic Stabil ity Control as a substitute for safe
driving
The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) cannot compensate for unsaf e and
reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following anothe r vehicle too
closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because
of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.
NOTICE
● The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are obse rved:
• Use tires of the correct size specified for your Toyota on all 4 wheels.
• Use tires of the same manufacturer, brand and tread pattern on all 4 wheels.
• Do not mix worn tires.
● The DSC may not operate correctly when tire chains are used or a tempo-
rary spare tire is installed because the tire diameter changes.

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2193-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
This indicator light stays on for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched ON. If the TCS or DSC is
operating, the indicator light
flashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may
have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take you r
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
This indicator light stays on for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched ON.
It also illuminates when the DSC
OFF switch is pressed and TCS/
DSC is switched off.
Refer to DSC OFF Switch on P. 219.
If the light remains illuminated and the TCS/DSC is not switche d off,
take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. The DSC may have a mal -
function.
Press the DSC OFF switch to turn
off the TCS/DSC. The DSC OFF
indicator light in the combination
meter will illuminate.
Press the switch again to turn the TCS/DSC back on. The DSC OFF
indicator light will turn off.
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
DSC OFF Indicator Light
DSC OFF Switch

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
●When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or
drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part of the DSC s ystem) will acti-
vate. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing
the vehicle may be difficult. When this happens, turn off the TCS/DSC.
● If the TCS/DSC is off when the engine is turned off, it automat ically activates
when the ignition is switched ON.
● Leaving the TCS/DSC on will provide the best traction.
● If the DSC OFF switch is pressed and held for 10 seconds or mor e, the DSC
OFF switch malfunction detection function operates and the DSC system
activates automatically. The DSC OFF indicator light turns off while the DSC
system is operative.
● If the Low Speed Pre-Collision System operates with the TCS/DSC turned
off, the TCS/DSC becomes operational automatically.