TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2013 Owners Manual

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■Replacement method
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Press the outer facing side of
the glove box to disconnect
the upper claws.
Pull out the glove box and dis-
connect the lower claws.

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■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled main tenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system wit hout a filter may cause damage to the
system.
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the air conditioning
filter and replace it with a new
one.
The “ ↑ UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.

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Wireless remote control batter y∗
∗: If equipped
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
■You will need the following items:
● Flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2016
■ Replacing the battery
Ty p e A Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a tape.
Remove the module.
Open the case cover using a
coin protected with tape etc.
and remove the depleted bat-
tery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.

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Ty p e BRemove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver
with a tape.
To prevent the buttons from
being disassembled, face the
button surface downward.
Remove the module.
Open the case cover and
remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.

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Use a CR2016 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appli-
ance shops or camera stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■ If the key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The wireless remote control will not function properly.
● The operational range will be reduced.
■ When replacing the module (type B only)
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
Replace the module from right above.
Replacing it from diagonally above may
prevent the key buttons from operating
properly.

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NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
● Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment (type A fuse box) Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Engine compartment (type B fuse box) Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Engine compartment (type C fuse box) Pull the rubber strip on the
edge to unhook it from the
cover, and then push the
tabs in and lift the cover off.

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Remove the battery termi-
nal cover and then the fuse
box cover.
Under the driver’s side instrument panel Remove the lid.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage
ratings” (→ P. 279) for details about which fuse to check.
Remove the fuse.
Only type A fuse can be
removed using the pullout
tool.
The pullout tool is located on
the back of the type A fuse box
cover.

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Check if the fuse is blown.
Ty p e A Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amper-
age rating can be found on the
fuse box lid.
Ty p e B
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amper-
age rating can be found on the
fuse box lid.
Ty p e CNormal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amper-
age rating can be found on the
fuse box lid.

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Ty p e DNormal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amper-
age rating can be found on the
fuse box lid.
Ty p e ENormal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amper-
age rating can be found on the
fuse box lid.
Ty p e FNormal fuse
Blown fuse
Contact your Toyota dealer.