maintenance TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2009 Manual PDF

292 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
nLicense plate light
Disengage the claws and
re
move the license plate light.
Use a flathead screwdriver which
is wrapped with a cloth.
Turn the bulb base counterclock -
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
n Light
s other than the above
If any of the lights listed below h
as burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.
• Side turn signal lights
• High mounted stoplight

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
n
Condensation build-up on th e inside of the lens
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
l Large drop
s of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
l W
ater has built up inside the headlight.
n LE
D high mounted stoplight
The high mounted stoplight consists of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs
burn
out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.
n Inst
alling the clips
CAUTION
nReplacing light bulbs
Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
n To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
Insert the clips.

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NOTICE
lHalogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special handling. \
Do
not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the bulb by
the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
l Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.

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When trouble arises
313
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
nIf the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi-
tions:

(When the condition be comes normal, the system will work properly.)
lIf tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.
lIf the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.
lIf the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition be comes normal, the system will work properly.)
lIf electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
lIf a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
lIf a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
lIf there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
lIf non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressu re warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)
lIf tire chains are used.
nIf the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-
quently when the engine switch is tu rned to the ON position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
n After changing the engine oil (except Canada)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. ( →P. 249)

314 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
nCustomization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
l The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 369)
l The key reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 369)
l The light reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 369)
CAUTION
nIf the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and re sult in death or serious injury.
lStop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
lIf the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is pr obable that you have a fl at tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.
lAvoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
nIf a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning syste m may not activate immediately.
nMaintenance of the tire
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle pl acard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pr essure for those tires.)

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
*1: P175/65R14 tires
*2: P185/60R15 tires
*3: Canada only
Overall length150.6 in. (3825 mm)
Overall width66.7 in. (1695 mm)
Overall height 60.2 in. (1530 mm)
Wheelbase96.9 in. (2460 mm)
Tread
Front58.3 in. (1480 mm)*1

57.9 in. (1470 mm)*2
Rear 57.9 in. (1470 mm)*1
57.5 in. (1460 mm)*2
Vehicle capacity weight

(Occupants + luggage) 845 lb. (383 kg)
Towing capacity*3
(Trailer weight + cargo)700 lb. (318 kg)

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oilP. 249
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation
in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is
performed on the vehicle.

382 Alphabetical index
Child restraint systemBooster seats, definition .......... 98
Booster seats, installation ..... 102
Convertible seats, definition .... 98
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 102
Front passenger occupant classification system .............93
Infant seat, definition ............... 98
Infant seats, installation......... 102
Installing CRS with LATCH
system ................................ 104
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 105
Installing CRS with top
tether straps ........................ 109
Child safety
Airbag precautions .................. 88
Battery precautions ....... 255, 336
Child restraint system
.............. 98
Child-protectors ....................... 34
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................58
Installing child restraints ........ 102
Power window lock switch....... 68
Power window precautions ..... 69
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 274
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................61
Seat belt precautions .............. 59
Child-protectors ......................... 34
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 228
Interior ................................... 230
Seat belts .............................. 231
Clock ......................... 135, 137 , 221
Clutch
Fluid ...................................... 350
Pedal .............................. 116,130
Comfort guide ............................ 55
Condenser ................................ 252
CRS ............................................. 98Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 152
Indicator ................................ 152
Cup holders .............................. 214
Curtain shield airbags ............... 81
Customizable features ............ 369
Daytime running light
system .................................... 146
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 185
Side mirrors........................... 185
Dimension ................................ 344
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 239
Doors Back door ................................ 36
Door glasses ........................... 67
Door lock ................................. 31
Side doors ............................... 31
Side mirrors............................. 64
Warning light ......................... 310
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 310
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 118
Correct posture ....................... 79
Procedures............................ 116
Winter driving tips ................. 161
Electric power steering Electric power steering.......... 155
Warning light .........................
308
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 296
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 329
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 331
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 333
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 307
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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

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Alphabetical index
Luggage compartment features
Auxiliary boxes ..................... 225
Luggage cover...................... 226
Luggage compartment light Wattage ................................ 352
Maintenance Do-it-yourself
maintenance ...................... 239
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................ 238
General maintenance ........... 235
Maintenance data ................. 344
Maintenance requirements ... 233
Vehicle exterior..................... 228
Vehicle interior...................... 230
Manual transmission Manual transmission ............ 130
Oil ......................................... 349
Meter Instrument panel light
control ................................ 139
Meters .................................. 135
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 63
Side mirror heaters ............... 185
Side mirrors ............................ 64
Vanity mirrors ....................... 220
MP3 disc................................... 200
Odometer ................................. 138
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 246
Manual transmission ............ 349
Warning light ................ 308, 310
Opener Fuel door ................................ 70
Fuel filler door......................... 70
Hood ..................................... 242Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting ................................. 64
Folding .................................... 65
Overheating, Engine ................ 337
Parking brake ........................... 132
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Personal lights Switch.................................... 211
Wattage ................................. 352
Power outlet ............................. 223
Power windows .......................... 67
Radiator .................................... 252
Radio ......................................... 189
Rear seat Folding down ........................... 43
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 145
Wattage ................................. 352
Rear turn signal lights Indicator ................................ 131
Lever ..................................... 131
Replacing light bulbs ............. 286
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 352
Rear window defogger ............ 185
Rear window wiper .................. 151
Replacing
Key battery ............................ 273
Fuses .................................... 275
Light bulbs ............................. 286
Tires .............................. 258, 317
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ......................374
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