transmission TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2015 Owner's Guide

2574-6. Using the driving support systems
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■ The Stop & Start system protection feature
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
When an excessively loud sound is being projected by the audio system, the
audio system may be automatically cut off in order to maintain power for the
Stop & Start system function.
If this occurs, turning the engine switch to the “LOCK” position then to the
“ACC” or “ON” position re -enables the audio system.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
When an excessively loud sound is being projected by the audio system, the
audio system may be automatically cut off in order to maintain power for the
Stop & Start system function.
If this occurs, turning the engine switch off then to ACCESSORY mode or
IGNITION ON mode re-enables the audio system.
■ Hood
If the hood is opened while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system,
the engine cannot be restarted by the Stop & Start system or by the automatic
engine start function. Restart the engi ne with the engine switch operation.
( P. 184, 187)
Vehicles with a Multidrive: If the hood is opened while the engine is stopped
by the Stop & Start system and the shift lever is in N or P, the engine will
restart.
■ When to use the Stop & Start system
Use the Stop & Start system when stopping the vehicle temporarily at red
lights, intersections, etc. When stoppi ng the vehicle for a longer period of
time, turn off the engine completely.
■ Stop & Start system warning buzzer
If the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system and either of the following
actions is performed, a buzzer will sound and the Stop & Start indicator will
flash (Multidrive), or a buzzer will sound (manual transmission). This indi-
cates that the engine is only stopped by the Stop & Start system, not that the
engine has been turned off completely.
Vehicles with a Multidrive
The driver’s door is opened when the shift lever is in D or M.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
The shift lever is shifted into a position other than N with the clutch pedal
released.

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■ If the Stop & Start cancel indicator continues to flash
The Stop & Start system may be malfunctioning. Contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■ If the windshield is fogged up while the engine is stopped by the Stop &
Start system
Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system
Turn the windshield defogger on. (The engine will start due to the automatic
engine start function.) ( P. 317)
Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system
Vehicles with a Multidrive:
Restart the engine by releasing the brake pedal (when the shift lever is in D
or M) or depress the brake pedal and sh ift the shift lever to D or M (when
the shift lever is in N or P) ( P. 254), or by pressing the Stop & Start cancel
switch, and then set the air outlet selector dial to . ( P. 308)
Vehicles with a manual transmission:
Restart the engine by depressing the clutch pedal ( P. 254), or by pressing
the Stop & Start cancel switch, and then set the air outlet selector dial to
. ( P. 308)
If the windshield fogs up frequently, press the Stop & Start cancel switch to
deactivate the system.
■ The Stop & Start system operation time and Stop & Start system total
operation time display
 P. 9 4
■ Replacing battery
The installed battery is specific to the Stop & Start system. It should only be
replaced with a battery of identical type and rating.
Ask any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for further details.

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WARNING
■When the Stop & Start system is operating
● Keep the shift lever in N (manual transmission) and apply the brake pedal
or parking brake for safety while the engine is stopped due to the Stop &
Start system (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).
Unexpected accidents may occur due to the automatic engine start func-
tion.
● Do not leave the vehicle while the engine is stopped due to the Stop &
Start system (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).
Unexpected accidents may occur due to the automatic engine start func-
tion.
● Ensure that the engine is not stopped by the Stop & Start system while the
vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area. The engine may restart due to the
automatic engine start function, causing exhaust gases to collect and
enter the vehicle and resulting in death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■ To ensure the system operates correctly
If any one of the following situations occurs, the Stop & Start system may
not operate correctly, thus, please have your vehicle checked by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
● While the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light flashes.
● Even when the driver’s seat belt is not fastened, the driver’s and front pas-
senger’s seat belt reminder light remains off.
● Even when the driver’s door is closed, the open door warning light comes
on, or the interior light comes on when the interior light switch is in the door
position.
● Even when the driver’s door is opened, the open door warning light does
not come on, or the interior light does not come on when the interior light
switch is in the door position.

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Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con-
ditions.
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (Multidrive) 1 or R (man-
ual transmission) without setting the parking brake. The parking brake
may freeze up, preventing it from being released. If necessary, block
the wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding or creeping.
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain
Except 175/65R14 tires:
3 mm (0.12 in.) in diameter
175/65R14 tires:
4 mm (0.16 in.) in diameter
Cross chain
Except 175/65R14 tires:
4 mm (0.16 in.) in diameter
175/65R14 tires:
5 mm (0.20 in.) in diameter
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on loca-
tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing
chains.
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains
1
2
Regulations on the use of tire chains

3497-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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■Where to go for the maintenance service?
In order to maintain your vehicle in the best possible condition, Toyota recom-
mends that all repairs and service operations be carried out by authorized
Toyota dealers or repairers or ot her duly qualified and equipped profession-
als. For repairs and services covered by your warranty, please visit an autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, who will use genuine Toyota parts in repairing
any difficulties you may encounter. There can also be advantages in utilizing
authorized Toyota dealers or repairers for non-warranty repairs and services,
as members of the Toyota network will be able to expertly assist you with any
difficulties you may encounter.
Your Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional will perform all of the scheduled maintenance on your vehicle reliably
and economically due to their experience with Toyota vehicles.
■ Does your vehicle need repairs?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs
that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are:
● Engine misfire, stumbling or pinging
● Appreciable loss of power
● Strange engine noises
● A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air condi-
tioning system after use is normal.)
● Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide
leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked
immediately.)
● Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear
● Vehicle pulls to one side when driven straight on a level road
● Strange noises related to suspension movement
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal or clutch pedal
(vehicles with a manual transmission), pedal almost touches the floor, vehi-
cle pulls to one side when braking
● Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.

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When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional or commercial towing
service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

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Once3 times(Flashes in yellow)
Smart entry & start system indicator
Vehicles with a Multidrive:
The electronic key was carried outside the
vehicle and the driver’s door was opened
and closed while the shift position P was
selected without turning off the engine
switch.
Vehicles with a manual transmission:
The electronic key was carried outside the
vehicle and a door other than the driver’s
door was opened and closed while the
engine switch was in a mode other than off.
 Turn the engine switch off or bring the
electronic key back into the vehicle.
Once3 times(Flashes in yellow)
Smart entry & start system indicator
Indicates that a door other than the driver’s
door has been opened and closed with the
engine switch in any mode other than off
and the electronic key outside of the detec-
tion area.
 Confirm the location of the electronic
key.
OnceContinuous
(5 seconds)(Flashes in yellow)
Smart entry & start system indicator
An attempt was made to exit the vehicle
with the electronic key and lock the doors
without first turning the engine switch off.
 Turn the engine switch off and lock the
doors again.
Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzer
Warning
lightWarning light/Details/Actions

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Once(Flashes in yellow for 15 seconds.)
Smart entry & start system indicator
Indicates that the electronic key is not
present when attempting to start the
engine.
 Confirm the location of the electronic
key.
9 times(Flashes in yellow)
Smart entry & start system indicator
An attempt was made to drive when the
regular key was not inside the vehicle.
 Confirm that the electronic key is inside
the vehicle.
Once(Flashes in yellow for 15 seconds.)
Smart entry & start system indicator
Indicates that the electronic key battery is
low.
 Replace the battery. (P. 394)
Once(Flashes quickly in green for 15 seconds.)
Smart entry & start system indicator
Indicates that the steering lock has not
been released.
 Release the steering lock. (P. 190)
Once(Flashes in yellow for 30 seconds.)
Smart entry & start system indicator
• When the doors were unlocked with the
mechanical key and then the engine
switch was pressed, the electronic key
could not be detected in the vehicle.
• The electronic key could not be detected
in the vehicle even after the engine switch
was pressed two consecutive times.
 Vehicles with a Multidrive:
Touch the electronic key to the engine
switch while depressing the brake
pedal.
 Vehicles with a manual transmission:
Touch the electronic key to the engine
switch while depressing the clutch
pedal.
Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzer
Warning
lightWarning light/Details/Actions

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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with a spare
tire)
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or R (manual transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 420)
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 3 7 3
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle

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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with an
emergency tire puncture repair kit)
● Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. (P. 420)
Your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, but instead is
equipped with an emergency tire puncture repair kit.
A puncture caused by a nail or screw passing through the tire
tread can be repaired temporarily using the emergency tire
puncture repair kit. (The kit contains a bottle of sealant. The
sealant can be used only once to temporarily repair one tire
without removing the nail or screw from the tire.) Depending on
the damage, this kit cannot be used to repair the tire. ( P. 463)
After temporarily repairing the tire with the kit, have the tire
repaired or replaced by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional. Repairs
conducted using the emergency tire puncture repair kit are only
a temporary measure. Have the tire repaired and replaced as
soon as possible.
WARNING
■ If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
Before repairing the tire