check oil TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2013 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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4-2. MaintenanceMaintenance requirements .................... 228
General maintenance ......... 230
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 234
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 235
Hood................................... 238
Positioning a floor jack ....... 240
Engine compartment .......... 243
Tires ................................... 254
Tire inflation pressure......... 262
Wheels ............................... 266
Air conditioning filter ........... 269
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 271
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 275
Light bulbs .......................... 287
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ........... 296
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 297
If you think something is wrong ............................... 303
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 304 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 305
If you have a flat tire ........... 315
If the engine will not start .... 327
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles
with an automatic
transmission) .................... 328
If you lose your keys ........... 329
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 330
If your vehicle overheats..... 334
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 337
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency................... 339
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 342
Fuel information .................. 353
Tire information................... 356
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 368
Items to initialize ................. 370
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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NOTICE
■
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, dr ive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. (→ P. 315)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, and transmission fluid, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand and that their wear
level is not noticeably different with each other. Also make sure that
chains match the size of the tires.
■ Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
● Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle.
Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the
antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
● For vehicles with the rear spoiler, in certain automatic car washes, the
rear spoiler may interfere with mach ine operation. This may prevent the
vehicle from being cleaned properly or result in damage to the rear
spoiler.
■ High pressure car washes
● Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the window and door borders, and high mounted stoplight.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle
is closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the
vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:
● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehi-
cle body is cool.

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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the battery fluid and
connections. (
→P. 250)
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
→P. 249)
Engine coolant Is the engine coolant at the
correct level? (
→P. 247)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(→ P. 244)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects.
(→ P. 248)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(→ P. 253)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

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Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
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
Measuring side

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Maintenance and care
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Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection →P. 346
Oil quantity
(Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp.qt.)
Item
Clean funnel
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example dire ctly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing,
or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
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CAUTION
■Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and 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.
● 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.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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Electric power steering
Electric power steering ......... 162
Warning light ........................ 306
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 296
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start...... 327
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 328
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................... 330
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 305
If the warning light turns on ....................................... 305
If you have a flat tire ............ 315
If you lose your keys............. 329
If you think something is wrong ................................. 303
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 337
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 339
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 297
If your vehicle overheats ...... 334
Engine Compartment........................ 243
Engine switch ....................... 124
Hood ..................................... 238
How to start the engine ........ 124
Identification number ............ 344
If the engine will not start...... 327
Ignition switch ....................... 124
Immobilizer system................. 72
Overheating .......................... 334
Specifications ....................... 345
Warning light ........................ 306 Engine coolant
Capacity ................................347
Checking ............................... 247
Indicator ................................136
Preparing and checking before winter .......................172
Type ...................................... 347
Warning light ......................... 306
Engine immobilizer system.......72
Engine oil Capacity ................................346
Checking ............................... 244
Grade ....................................346
Initializing the maintenance data .....................................229
Preparing and checking before winter .......................172
Warning light .................306, 307
Engine switch ...........................124
EPS EPS .......................................162
Warning light ......................... 306
Event data recorder ...................22
Floor mat................................... 215
Fluid Automatic transmission ......... 349
Brake .............................249, 350
Clutch ....................................349
Warning light .................305, 307
Washer .................................. 253
Fog lights Indicator ................................136
Replacing light bulbs .............287
Switch....................................148
Wattage .................................352
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light......................... 307
Front seats Adjustment ..............................43E
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TiresChains ...................................172
Checking ............................... 254
If you have a flat tire..............315
Identification number .............356
Inflation pressure...........262, 351
Inflation pressure sensor .......255
Information ............................ 356
Replacing ......................254, 315
Rotating tires .........................254
Size .......................................351
Snow tires .............................172
Spare tire............................... 315
Tire pressure warning system ........................255, 307
Warning light .........................307
Tools ......................................... 315
Total load capacity...................171
Towing Dinghy towing................ 187, 188
Emergency towing.................297
Trailer towing.................176, 177
Trip meter .................................141
Turn signal lights Indicator ................................136
Lever ..................................... 130
Replacing light bulbs .............287
Switch....................................130
Wattage .................................352
Vanity mirrors........................... 209
Vehicle data recordings ............21
Vehicle identification number ...................................343
Vehicle stability control........... 162
VSC............................................ 162 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 305
Seat belt reminder................. 307
Warning lights ABS ....................................... 306
Airbag system ....................... 306
Anti-lock brake system .......... 306
Brake system ........................ 305
Charging system ................... 306
Cruise control ........................ 306
Driver’s seat belt ................... 307
Electric power steering system ................................ 306
Electronic engine control system ................................ 306
Engine oil replacement ......... 307
EPS system .......................... 306
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 306
Front passenger’s seat belt ...................................... 307
High engine coolant temperature ........................ 306
Low brake fluid ...................... 305
Low engine oil pressure ........ 306
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 307
Low washer fluid ................... 307
Malfunction............................ 306
Open door ............................. 307
Seat belt ................................ 307
Seat belt pretensioner system ................................ 306
Slip ........................................ 306
SRS....................................... 306
SRS airbag system ............... 306
Tire pressure ......................... 307
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 307
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