tow TOYOTA YARIS HYBRID 2013 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system (hybrid vehicle) and
adjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance and
careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle specifi-
cationsDetailed vehicle information.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 202
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles without a smart
entry & start system])........ 222
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles with a smart
entry & start system])........ 226
Engine (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
without an electronic
key]) .................................. 236
Power (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
with an electronic key]) ..... 241
EV drive mode
(hybrid vehicle) ................. 248
Hybrid transmission ............ 250
Multidrive ............................ 253
Multi-mode manual
transmission ..................... 258
Manual transmission ........... 263
Turn signal lever ................. 267
Parking brake...................... 269
Horn .................................... 2702-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters............ 271
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 276
Multi-information display .... 284
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ................. 291
Fog light switch .................. 300
Windshield wiper and
washer ............................. 302
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................. 307
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 309
Speed limiter ...................... 313
Stop & Start system ........... 316
Driving assist systems........ 324
Hill-start assist control
(hybrid vehicle)................. 330
Diesel particulate filter
system.............................. 332
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 334
Winter driving tips............... 336
Trailer towing
(hybrid vehicle)................. 340
Trailer towing (except
hybrid vehicle [except for
South Africa]) ................... 341
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 444
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 449
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 452
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 455
Hood ................................... 460
Positioning a floor jack ........ 462
Engine compartment........... 465
12-volt battery
(hybrid vehicle) ................. 484
Tires .................................... 490
Tire inflation pressure ......... 494
Wheels ................................ 496
Air conditioning filter ........... 498
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery........ 501
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 506
Light bulbs .......................... 5315-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 548
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 549
If you think something
is wrong............................ 559
Fuel pump shut off system
(except hybrid vehicle
[gasoline engine only]) ..... 560
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 561
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a spare
tire) ................................... 578
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ........... 591
If the engine will not start
(except hybrid vehicle) ..... 608
If the hybrid system will not
start (hybrid vehicle)......... 611
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P (vehicles
with a hybrid transmission
or a Multidrive) ................. 613
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted (vehicles with a
multi-mode manual
transmission).................... 614
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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CAUTION
Road accident cautions
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents, shift the
shift lever to P, apply the parking brake, and turn the hybrid system off.
(P. 237, 242)
Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables or connectors.
If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline
electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact
with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water
or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even
a small amount of water may be dangerous.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the
wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground
when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may
cause an electricity leakage leading to a fire. (P. 549)
Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible and contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Nickel-metal hydride battery
Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of
improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe
burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury.

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Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situ-
ations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may
be affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote con-
trol and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Way of coping: P. 616)
When the electronic key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby
When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• A portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless com-
munication device
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio
waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices

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Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/
unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
Door lock buzzer (vehicles with a smart entry & start system or a push-
button start system)
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock
the vehicle once more.
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Conditions affecting operation
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system or a push-button start
system
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
When the wireless key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
Vehicles with a push-button start system
Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors

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1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Rear seats
: If equipped
The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down.
Stow the rear seat belt buckles as shown.
Stow the seat belts.
Center
P. 134
Outside
Use the seat belt hangers to
prevent the belts from being
tangled.

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NOTICE
Stowing the seat belts
The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you fold down the
rear seatbacks.

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Adjusting the height of the front seat head restraints
Adjusting the rear seat head restraints
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using.
CAUTION
Head restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.
Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure
they are locked in position.
Do not drive with the head restraints removed.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

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Rear center seat belt
The rear center seat belt is a 3-point type restraint with 2 buckles.
Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched
for proper operation.
Make sure that the buckle is
securely latched ready for use of
the center seat belt.
Matches the tab with hooked
end (tab “A”).
Matches the tab with concave
end (tab “B”).
Release method
The rear center seat belt can be completely released only when nec-
essary such as when folding down the rear seat.
To release the tab “B”, press
the release button.
To release the tab “A”, insert
the key or tab “B” into the hole
on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.
A
B
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B B