automatic transmission TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2009 Owner's Manual

308 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
sa
fe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low*.
High engine coolant temperature warning light Indicate a engine is almost overheating.( →P. 337)
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(except Canada)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• Emission control system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
nBefore jacking up the vehicle
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top the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
lSe
t the parking brake.
lSh
ift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual
transmission).
l S
top the engine.
lT
urn on the emergency flashers.
n Location of th
e spare tire, jack and tools
Spare tire
Jack
Jack handle
Tie-down belt
Tool bag

(including towing
eyelet)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
n
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
n A
voiding a discharged battery
lT
urn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
l T
urn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run -
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
CAUTION
nAvoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
lMake sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
l Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
l Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
Reinstall the cover.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
nEmergency hook
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N
(
vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission) or 1
or R (manual transmission) and carefully apply the acceler -
ator to free the vehicle.
When your vehicle becomes stuck and
cannot move, the emergency hook is
used for another vehicle to pull your vehi-
cle out in an emergency.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow
another vehicle.
Do not use the left rear hook. It is not
designed for towing.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
n
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
n When shifting the shift lever
Vehicles with automatic transmission: Be careful not to shift the shift lever
with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
n To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
lAvoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
l If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

348 6-1. Specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
CapacityVehicles with an automatic transmission

5.0 qt. (4.7 L, 4.1 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
5.1 qt. (4.8 L, 4.2 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make DENSO NGK SK16R11
IFR5A11
Gap
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
nIridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.

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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
Manual transaxle
Battery
Open voltage at
68°
F (20 °C): 12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged

12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the key is removed with all the lights
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity
(Drain and refill) 2.6 qt. (2.5 L, 2.2 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
nAutomatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil type Gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5
Recommended gear oil
viscosity SAE 75W-90

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................178
ABS ABS ...................................... 155
Warning light ........................ 308
Air conditioning filter .............. 270
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 270
Air conditioning
system................................ 178
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 84
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 88
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 84
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 88
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 93
General airbag precautions .... 88
Indicators ................................ 93
Locations of airbags ............... 81
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 92
Proper driving posture ...... 79, 88
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 84
Side airbag precautions.......... 88
SRS airbags ........................... 81
Warning light ........................ 308
Alarm .......................................... 76
Antenna ............................ 191, 228
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 155
Warning light ........................ 308
Audio input .............................. 209
Audio system Antenna ................................ 191
Audio input ........................... 209
AUX adapter ......................... 209
CD player ............................. 195
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 200
Optimal use .......................... 207Portable music player............
209
Radio ..................................... 189
Type ...................................... 187
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 128
Fluid ...................................... 349
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................331
Indicators............................... 128
Shift lock system .. .................331
AUX adapter ............................. 209
Auxiliary boxes ................ 217, 225
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Wattage ................................. 352
Back door ................................... 36
Battery
Checking ............................... 253
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ..........................333
Preparing and checking before winter .......................161
Voltage .................................. 349
Warning light ......................... 308
Bottle holders ........................... 215
Brakes
Fluid ...................................... 252
Parking brake ........................ 132
Specifications ........................ 350
Warning light .........................307
Break-in tips ............................. 118
Care Exterior .................................. 228
Interior ................................... 230
Seat belts .............................. 231
Cargo capacity ......................... 157
CD player .................................. 195
Chains ....................................... 161
A
B
C

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Alphabetical index
If the warning light turns

on ....................................... 307
If you have a flat tire ............ 317
If you lose your keys............. 332
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 303
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 340
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 297
If your vehicle overheats ...... 337
Engine Compartment........................ 245
Engine switch ....................... 125
Hood ..................................... 242
How to start the engine ........ 125
Identification number ............ 345
If the engine will not start...... 329
Ignition switch ....................... 125
Immobilizer system................. 74
Overheating .......................... 337
Specifications ....................... 346
Warning light ........................ 308
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 348
Checking .............................. 250
Indicator................................ 141
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 161
Type ..................................... 348
Warning light ........................ 308
Engine immobilizer system ...... 74
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 347
Checking .............................. 246
Grade ................................... 347
Initializing the maintenance
data .................................... 249
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 161
Warning light ................ 308, 310
Engine switch .......................... 125Engine oil maintenance

data .........................................249
EPS EPS ....................................... 155
Warning light ......................... 308
Event data recorder ................. 305
Floor mat................................... 224
Fluid Automatic transmission ......... 349
Brake ..................................... 252
Clutch .................................... 350
Warning light ................. 307, 310
Washer .................................. 256
Fog lights Indicator ................................ 147
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 147
Wattage ................................. 352
Front fog lights Indicator ................................ 147
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 147
Wattage ................................. 352
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................310
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 38
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Front turn signal lights Indicator ................................
131
Lever ..................................... 131
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 352
Fuel Capacity ................................ 346
Fuel pump shut off system .... 304
Gas station information ......... 392
Gauge ................................... 135
F

386 Alphabetical index
Seat beltsAdjustment .............................. 53
ALR ......................................... 57
Automatic Locking Retractor ... 57
Child restraint system
installation .....................98, 102
Cleaning and maintaining...... 231
Comfort guide.......................... 55
ELR ......................................... 57
Emergency Locking
Retractor .............................. 57
How to wear your seat belt...... 52
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................58
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use .................................58
Reminder light ....................... 310
Seat belt extenders ................. 58
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 57
Seats
Adjustment .............................. 38
Adjustment precautions........... 40
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ........98, 102
Cleaning ................................ 230
Folding down the rear seat...... 43
Folding down the rear seat
precautions ...........................47
Front seat adjustment ............. 38
Front seat adjustment
precautions ...........................40
Head restraint.......................... 48
Properly sitting in the seat ....... 79
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 141
Shift lever Automatic transmission ......... 128
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 331
Manual transmission ............. 130
Shift lock system ...
..................331
Side airbags................................ 81Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch ................................... 145
Wattage................................. 352
Side mirror
Adjusting ................................. 64
Defogger ............................... 185
Folding .................................... 65
Spare tire Identification number............. 356
Inflation pressure .......... 264, 351
Information ............................ 356
Replacing .............................. 317
Size ....................................... 351
Storage location .................... 317
Spark plug ................................ 348
Specifications .......................... 344
Speedometer ............................ 135
Steering wheel Adjustment .............................. 62
Column lock release ............. 126
Electric power steering.......... 155
EPS ....................................... 155
Specification.......................... 350
Warning light ......................... 308
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Wattage................................. 352
Storage features
Auxiliary boxes .............. 212, 217
Bottle holders ................ 212, 215
Cup holders................... 212, 214
Glove boxes .......................... 212
Storage precautions ................ 159
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 340
Sun visors ................................ 219
Switch Cruise control ........................ 152
Emergency flashers
switch.................................. 296
Engine switch ........................ 125
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