TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2009 Owners Manual

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
nWhen working on the engine compartment
lKeep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
l Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
l Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
l Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
l Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs ( →P. 286)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Flathead screwdriver
Radiator and condenser
( →P. 252) ⎯
Tire inflation pressure (
→P. 264) • Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid ( →P. 256)• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)

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CAUTION
n
When working on the engine compartment
lTake care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
n When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch on, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to
run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
n Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
NOTICE
nIf you remove the air cleaner
Driving with the air cleaner removed may cause excessive engine wear due
to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart-
ment.
n If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.

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Hood
CAUTION
nPre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the hood catch lever
and lift the hood.
Hold the hood open by insert -
ing the supporting rod into the
slot.

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Positioning a floor jack
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack cor-
rectly. Improper placement may damage your
vehicle or cause injury.
nFront
nRear

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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.

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Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (→P. 256)
Engine oil filler cap
( → P. 246)
Engine oil level dipstick
( → P. 246)
Radiator cap
Battery ( →P. 253)
Brake fluid reservoir
( → P. 252)Fuse box ( →P. 275)
Condenser ( →P. 252)
Electric cooling fan
Engine coolant reservoir
( → P. 250)
Radiator ( →P. 252)

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Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
nChecking
the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. Af
ter turning off the engine,
wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bot -
tom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pu
ll the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully. Low
Full

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n
Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the
low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type a
nd prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap, turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly.
Checking the dipstick.
Reinstall the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
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nRecommended viscosity
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice,
for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
*: If SAE 5W-30 oil is not avail -
able, SAE 10W-30 oil may be
used. However
, it should be
replaced with SAE 5W-30 at
the next oil change.
n How to read oil container labels
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Com

mittee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to
help you select th e oil you should use.
Outside temperature
nEngine oil consumption
l The
amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the
quality of the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
l More oil is consumed under driving conditions
such as high speeds and
frequent acceleration and deceleration.
l A new engine consumes more oil.
l When judging the
amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil
may have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accu -
rately.
l Oil consumption: Max. 1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 lmp.qt
./600 miles (1.0 L per
1000 km)

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n
Engine oil consumption
lIf you consume more than 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 lmp.qt.) every 600 miles
(1000 km), contact your Toyota dealer.
n After changing the engine oil (except Canada)
The oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Turn the engine switch off with the Trip A reading shown.( →P. 135)
Turn the engine switch to the ON position while holding down the
trip meter reset button.
Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter displays
000000.
If the system fails to reset, the light will continue flashing.
CAUTION
n Used engine oil
lUsed engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
l Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
l Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.