automatic transmission TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2009 User Guide

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2-2. Instrument cluster
2
When driving
n
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
( →P. 131)
(vehicles with
tachometer)
Low fuel level indicator
Remaining fuel
•Flash
(Approximately 1.6 gal.
[6.3 L, 1.3 lmp.gal.] or
less)
• Fast flash
(Approximately 1.1 gal.
[4.2 L, 0.9 lmp.gal.] or
less)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( →P. 145)
(vehicles
without
tachometer)
(except
Canada)
Headlight indicator
( →P. 145)
(if equipped)
Cruise control main
indicator ( →P. 152)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
( →P. 145)
(if equipped)
Cruise control set
indicator ( →P. 152)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
( →P. 147)AIR BAG ON indicator
( →P. 93)
(Automatic transmission vehicles)
Shift position and shift range indica-
tors ( →P. 128)
AIR BAG OFF indicator
(→P. 93)
Low engine coolant
temperature indicator
Indicates the engine
coolant temperature is
cool.

154 2-4. Using other driving systems
nCruise control can be set when
lThe shift lever is in D or 3 (vehicles with an automatic transmission).
l V
ehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
n Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes.
n Automatic cruise control cancellation
The set speed is automatically canceled in any of the following situations.
l Actual
vehicle speed falls more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset
vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
l Actual vehicle spee
d is below 25 mph (40 km/h).
n If the cruise control mai
n indicator flashes
Press the ON-OFF button to turn the cruise control off, and then 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 your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
n To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Keep the ON-OFF button off when not in use.
n Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause seri-
ous or fatal accident.
l In heavy traffic
l On roads with sharp bends
l On winding roads
l On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
l On steep hills
l When towing a trailer

162 2-5. Driving information
Regulations on the use of snow chains
lRegulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca-
tion and type of road. Alwa
ys check local regulations before install -
ing chains.
l Use SAE Class “
S” type radial tire chains, with the exception of
radial cable chains or V-bar type chains.
• Install the chains on the front tires.
• Refer to the explanation that co
mes with the tire chains for
installation instructions.
l Re
tighten the chains after drivi ng 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).
nSnow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
l Inst
all and remove tire chains in a safe location.
lInst
all tire chains on the front tires only. Do not install tire chains on the
rear tires.
l Inst
all the tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible.
lInst
all tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
l If
wheel ornaments are used, they will be scratched by the chain band,
so remove the ornaments before putting on the chains. ( →P. 320)
nWhen driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit -
able to road conditions.
n When
parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic trans -
mission) or to 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the
p

arking brake. The parking brak e may freeze up, preventing it
from being released.

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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
l
In order to maintain engine braki ng efficiency, do not use the trans -
mission in D (automatic transmiss ion
) or 5 (manual transmission).
l Du
e to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may
overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when
driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, immedi ately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
( → P. 3 3 7 )
l Alw
ays place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and the trailer
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P (automatic transmission) or in 1 or R (manual
transmission). Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so
only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blocks un
der both the vehicle and
trailer wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in pl ace, re
lease the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into 1 or R (manual transmission) or P (automatic trans -
mission) and turn off the engine.
l Whe
n restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in P (automatic transmission) or the
clutch pedal (manual transmission) depressed, start the
eng
ine. On vehicles with an au tomatic transmission, be sure
to keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R.
Release the parking brake (also b
rake pedal on vehicles with
an automatic transmission), and sl o
wly pull or back away from
the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.

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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
Dinghy towing (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
NOTICE
nTo avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on
the ground) behind a motor home.

236 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be hold securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes • Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Clutch pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have correct amount of
free play?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?

244 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
nWhen raising your vehicle
Make sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of death or\
seri-
ous injury.
lDo not use the jack that was supplied with your vehicle.
l Do not put any part of your body or get underneath the vehicle supported
only by the floor jack.
Always use automotive jack stands on a solid, level surface.
l Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by the floor jack.
l Stop the vehicle on level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put
the shift lever in P (automatic transmission) or R (manual transmission).
l Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point.
Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage
the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.
l Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.
l When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath
the floor jack.
lLift up the vehicle using a floor jack
such as the one shown in the illustra-
tion.

284 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
9 ID/UP/MIR HTR 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, outside rear view mirror
control, outside rear view mirror
heaters
10 IGN 7.5 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, engine immobilizer sys-
tem, SRS airbag system, front pas-
senger occupant classification
system
11 MET 7.5 A Meter and gauge
12 WIP 25 A Windshield wiper
13 RR WIP 15 A Rear wiper
14 WSH 15 A Windshield washer
15 ECU-IG 10 A Daytime running light system, anti-
lock brake system, electric power
steering system, power windows,
door lock system, theft deterrent
system, electric cooling fan
16 GAUGE 10 A Charging system, turn signal lights,
emergency flashers, buck-up
lights, instrument panel light con-
trol, shift lock system, rear window
defogger, air conditioning system,
automatic transmission system
17 OBD2 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
18 STOP 10 A Stop lights, high mounted stop-
light, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, shift lock system,
anti-lock brake system
19 D/L 25 A Door lock system
20 FR FOG 15 A Front fog lights
FuseAmpereCircuit

298 5-1. Essential information
nEmergency towin g procedure
Release the parking brake.
Put the transmission in N.
Turn the engine switch to the ACC (engine off) or ON (engine run -
ning) position.
CAUTION
nCaution while towing
lUse extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
l If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
nTo prevent causing serious dama ge to the transmission
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
n When towing a vehicle without using a towing dolly
(vehicles with a manual transmission)
Do not tow with the key removed or in the LOCK position.

5
When trouble arises
301
5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear
Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: Use a towing dolly
u

nder the front wheels.
Vehicles with a manual transmis -
sion: We recommend to use a
tow

ing dolly under the front
wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to the ACC
position and shift the shift lever to
N.
NOTICE
n To prevent damaging the vehicle
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
NOTICE
nTo prevent causing serious da mage to the transmission
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
n To prevent damaging the vehicle (vehicles with a manual transmission)
lDo not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
l When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.