warning light TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK 2020 (in English) Workshop Manual
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3-2. Combination Meter and Display
3
When Driving
Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
These lights turn on or flash to  notify the user of the system operation
status or a system malfunction.
Combination Meter
Analog  Speedometer  Type
(With Tachometer)Center of Dashboard
Warning Lights
*1Master  Warning  Light
( P. 489)*1Check Engine Light 
(P. 489)
*1, 2Brake System Warning 
Light ( P. 489)*1
(Red)
High Engine Coolant 
Temperature Warning 
Light (P. 489)
*1ABS Warning 
Light (P. 489)*1
(If equipped)
Automatic Transaxle 
Warning Light ( P. 489)
*1Charging System 
Warning Light (P. 489)*1Power Steering 
Malfunction Indicator 
Light (P. 489)
*1Engine Oil Warning 
Light (P. 489)*1Air Bag/Front Seat Belt 
Pretensioner System 
Warning Light ( P. 489) 
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3-2. Combination Meter and Display
*1: The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check,
and turns off a few seconds later or when the engine is started . If the light
does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspect ed at your
Toyota dealer.
*2: The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is appl ied.
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system operation
status or a system malfunction.
*1
(If equipped)
LED  Headlight  Warning
Light (
P. 489)(If equipped)
Low Washer Fluid Level 
Warning Light ( P. 489)
Low Fuel Warning Light 
( P. 489)
*1
(If equipped)
Tire Pressure Monitoring 
System Warning Light 
(P. 489)
*1Check Fuel Cap 
Warning Light ( P. 489)*1
(Red)
KEY Warning Light 
(P. 489)
Seat Belt Warning Light 
(Front seat) ( P. 489)
*1
(Amber)
Low Speed Pre-Collision
System Warning Light 
(P. 489)
Door-Ajar Warning Light 
( P. 489)
Indicator Lights
(Green)
KEY Indicator Light 
(P. 158)*1DSC OFF Indicator Light 
(P. 219)
*1
(If equipped)
Wrench Indicator Light 
(P. 175)
(Red)
Low Speed Pre-Collision
System Indicator Light 
(P. 232)
*1TCS/DSC Indicator 
Light ( P. 217, 219)*1Low Speed Pre-Collision 
System OFF 
Indicator Light ( P. 233) 
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1753-2. Combination Meter and Display
3
When Driving
*1: The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check,
and turns off a few seconds later or when the engine is started . If the light
does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspect ed at your
Toyota dealer.
When the ignition is switched ON,
the wrench indicato r light is illumi-
nated  and  then  turns  off  after  a
few seconds.
The  wrench  indicator  light  is  illu-
minated  when  the  preset  mainte-
nance  period  arrives.  Verify  the
content  and  perform  mainte-
nance.
Refer  to  Maintenance  Monitor  on
P. 388.
(Blue)
Low Engine Coolant 
Temperature Indicator 
Light ( P. 176)
(If equipped)
Cruise  Main  Indication
(P. 237)
(If equipped)
Shift Position Indication 
(P. 182)(White/
Green)
(If equipped)
Cruise  Set  Indication/
Indicator Light ( P. 237)
Headlight High-Beam 
Indicator Light 
( P. 196, 196)
(If equipped)
Select Mode Indicator 
Light ( P. 225)
Turn Signal/Hazard 
Warning Indicator Lights 
( P. 199, 208) Lights-On Indicator Light 
(
P. 192)
*1Security Indicator Light 
(P. 137)*1Front  Passenger
Air  Bag  Deactiva-
tion Indicator 
Light ( P. 82)
Wrench Indicator Light 
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3-3. Transaxle
The  selector  position  is  indicated
when the ignition is switched ON.
■Gear position indication
In  manual  shift  mode,  the  “M”  of  the  shift  position  indication illumi-
nates and the numeral for the  selected gear is displayed.
The warning light turns on when  the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on P. 173.
• The  shift  position  indicator  light  in  the  combination  meter  il lumi-
nates. Refer to Warning/I ndicator Lights on P. 173.
• The selector lever must be in P or N to operate the starter.
■P (Park)
P locks the transaxle and prevent s the front wheels from rotating.
■R (Reverse)
In  position  R,  the  vehicle  moves  only  backward.  You  must  be  at a
complete  stop  before  shifting  to  or  from  R,  except  under  rare  c ir-
cumstances as explained i n Rocking the Vehicle (P. 145).
■N (Neutral)
In N, the wheels and transaxle a re  not  locked. The  vehicle  will roll
freely  even  on  the  slightest  inc line  unless  the  parking  brake  o r
brakes are on.
Apply  the  parking  brake  or  depress  the  brake  pedal  before  moving  the
selector lever from N to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpe ctedly.
■
D (Drive)
D  is  the  normal  driving  position.  From  a  stop,  the  transaxle  wi ll
automatically shift through a 6-gearsequence.
Shift Position Indication
Warning Light
Transaxle Ranges 
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1913-3. Transaxle
3
When Driving
■Passing
For  extra  power  when  passing  another  vehicle  or  climbing  steep
grades,  depress  the  accelerator  fully.  The  transaxle  will  shift to a
lower gear, depending on vehicle speed.
Some models:
The  accelerator  pedal  may  initially  feel  heavy  as  it  is  being  d epressed,
then  feel  lighter  as  it  is  depressed  further.  This  change  in  pe dal  force
aids the engine control system in determining how much the acce lerator
pedal  has  been  depressed  for  performing  kickdown,  and  functions  to
control whether or not kickdown should be performed.
■
Climbing steep gra des from a stop
To climb a steep grade from a stopped position: Depress the brake pedal.
Shift to D or M1, depending on the load weight and grade steep-
ness.
Release the brake pedal wh ile gradually accelerating.
■Descending steep grades
When descending a steep grade, shift to lower gears, depending  on
load  weight  and  grade  steepnes s.  Descend  slowly,  using  the
brakes only occasionally to p revent them from overheating.
Driving Tips
WARNING
■Do  not  let  the  vehicle  move  in  a   direction  opposite  to  the  direction
selected by the selector lever
Do  not  let  the  vehicle  move  backward  with  the  selector  lever  in  a forward
position, or do not let the vehicle move forward with the selec tor lever in the
reverse  position.  Otherwise,  the  engine  may  stop,  causing  the  loss  of  the
power  brake  and  power  steering  f unctions,  and  make  it  difficult  to  control
the vehicle which could result in an accident.
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3-4. Switches and Controls
Hazard Warning Flasher
The  hazard  warning  lights  warn
other drivers that your vehicle is a
traffic  hazard  and  that  they  must
take  extreme  caution  when  near
it.
Depress  the  hazard  warning
flasher and all the turn signals will
flash.  The  hazard  warning  indica-
tor lights in the combination meter
flash simultaneously.
●The turn signals do not work when the hazard warning lights are  on.
● Check  local  regulations  about  the  use  of  hazard  warning  lights  while  the
vehicle is being towed to verify that it is not in violation of  the law.
The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop
on or near a roadway in an emergency. 
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3-5. Brake
3
When Driving
Brake System
This  vehicle  has  power-assisted brakes  that  adjust  automatically
through normal use.
Should power-assist fail, you can stop by applying greater  forc e than
normal  to  the  brake  pedal.  But  the  distance  required  to  stop  wi ll  be
greater than usual.
Foot Brake
WARNING
■ Do not coast with the engine stalled or turned off, find a safe   place  to
stop
Coasting  with  the  engine  stalled  or  turned  off  is  dangerous.  Br aking  will
require  more  effort,  and  the  brake’s  power-assist  could  be  depleted  if  you
pump the brake. This will cause longer stopping distances or even an acci-
dent.
■ Shift to a lower gear whe n going down steep hills
Driving  with  your  foot  continuously  on  the  brake  pedal  or  steadily  applying
the brakes for long distances is dangerous. This causes overheated brakes,
resulting in longer stopping distances or even total brake fail ure. This could
cause  loss  of  vehicle  control  and  a  serious  accident.  Avoid  con tinuous
application of the brakes.
■ Dry  off  brakes  that  have  become  wet  by  driving  slowly,  releasin g  the
accelerator  pedal  and  lightly  applying  the  brakes  several  times  until
the brake performance returns to normal
Driving  with  wet  brakes  is  dangerous.  Increased  stopping  distan ce  or  the
vehicle pulling to  one  side  when braking  could  result in  a  seri ous accident.
Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affect ed.
■ To apply the brakes correctly
● Wear shoes appropriate for driving in order to avoid your shoe  contacting
the brake pedal when depressing the accelerator pedal.
● Always  depress  the  brake  pedal  with
the  right  foot. Applying  the  brakes  with
the  unaccustomed  left  foot  could  slow
your  reaction  time  to  an  emergency  sit-
uation  resulting  in  insufficient  braking
operation. 
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2113-5. Brake
3
When Driving
For  parking  in  snow,  refer  to  Winter  Driving  (P.  146)  regarding  parking
brake use.
The warning light turns on when  the system has a malfunction.
Refer  to  Contact  Your  Toyota  Dealer  and  Have  Vehicle  Inspected  on
P. 493.
When  the  disc  brake  pads
become  worn,  the  built-in  wear
indicators contact the disc plates.
This causes a screeching noise to
warn  that  the  pads  should  be
replaced.
When you hear this noise, consul t your Toyota dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
In  high  humidity  weather  conditions,  brake  noises,  such  as  brake  squeak  or
brake squeal can be heard. It does not indicate a malfunction.
NOTICE
Driving  with  the  parking  brake  on  will  cause  excessive  wear  of  the  brake
parts.
Warning Light
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
WARNING
■ Do not drive with worn disc pads
Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail  and cause a
serious  accident.  As  soon  as  you  hear  a  screeching  noise  consult  your
Toyota dealer. 
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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
3
When Driving
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a
chattering  noise  from  the  brake  system.  This  is  normal ABS  syst em
operation.  Continue  to  depress  the  brake  pedal  without  pumping  the
brakes.
The warning light turns on when  the system has a malfunction.
Refer  to  Contact  Your  Toyota  Dealer  and  Have  Vehicle  Inspected  on
P. 493.
● Braking  distances  may  be  longer  on  loose  surfaces  (snow  or  grav el,  for
example)  which  usually  have  a  hard  foundation.  A  vehicle  with  a   normal
braking  system  may  require  less  distance  to  stop  under  these  co nditions
because  the  tires  will  build  up  a  wedge  of  surface  layer  when  t he  wheels
skid.
● The sound of the ABS operating may be heard when starting the engine or
immediately  after  starting  the  vehicle,  however,  it  does  not  in dicate  a  mal-
function.
The  ABS  control  unit  continuously  monitors  the  speed  of  each
wheel.  If  one  wheel  is  about  to  lock  up,  the  ABS  responds  by
automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel’s brake.
WARNING
■ Do not rely on ABS as a su bstitute for safe driving
The  ABS  cannot  compensate  for  unsafe  and  reckless  driving,  exce ssive
speed,  tailgating  (following  another  vehicle  too  closely),  driv ing  on  ice  and
snow,  and  hydroplaning  (reduced  tire  friction  and  road  contact  because  of
water on the road surface). You can still have an accident. 
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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
Traction Control System (TCS)
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer  to  Contact  Your  Toyota  Dealer  and  Have  Vehicle  Inspected  on
P. 493.
To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch ( P. 219).
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety
by controlling engine torque and braking. W hen the TCS detects
driving wheel slippage, it lower s engine torque and operates th e
brakes to prevent loss of traction.
This means that on a slick surface , the engine adjusts automati-
cally  to  provide  optimum  power  to  the  drive  wheels,  limiting
wheel spin and loss of traction.
WARNING
■ Do  not  rely  on  the  Traction  Cont rol  System  (TCS)  as  a  substitute  for
safe driving
The  Traction  Control  System  (TCS)  cannot  compensate  for  unsafe  and
reckless  driving,  excessive  speed,  tailgating  (following  anothe r  vehicle  too
closely),  and  hydroplaning  (reduced  tire  friction  and  road  contact  because
of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.
■ Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at reduced speeds when  roads
are covered with ice and/or snow
Driving without proper traction devices on snow and/or ice-cove red roads is
dangerous. The Traction  Control  System  (TCS)  alone  cannot  provide  ade-
quate traction and you could still have an accident.