TOYOTA YARIS iA 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

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If Trouble Arises
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes
Vehicles with type B audio:
The details for some warnings can be viewed on the center display.
If the warning light is turned on, select the icon on the home
screen to display the applications screen.
Select “Vehicle Status Monitor”.
Select “Warning Guidance” to display the current warnings.
Select the applicable warning to view the warning details.
If any of the following warning lights turns on, the system may have a
malfunction. Stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact
your Toyota dealer.
If any warning light turns on/flash es, take appropriate action for
each light. There is no problem if the light turns off, however if
the light does not turn off or turns on/flashes again, consult your
Toyota dealer.
Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
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Brake System Warning Light This warning has the following functions:
• Parking brake warning/Warning light inspection
The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied
with the ignition switched to START or ON. It turns off
when the parking brake is fully released.
• Low brake fluid level warning If the brake warning light remains illuminated even
though the parking brake is released, the brake fluid
may be low or there could be a problem with the brake
system. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately
and contact your Toyota dealer.
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Electronic Brake Force Distribution System Warning
If the electronic brake force distribution control unit deter-
mines that some components are operating incorrectly,
the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The prob-
lem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution
system.
Charging System Warning Light
If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a
malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
Consult your Toyota dealer.
Engine Oil Warning LightThis warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is dis-
played while driving:
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-
way on level ground.
Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan.
Inspect the engine oil level P. 424. If it’s low, add the
appropriate amount of engine oil while being careful
not to overfill.
Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is
normal or after adding oil, stop the engine immediately
and have your vehicle towed to your Toyota dealer.
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(Red)
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning LightThe light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is
extremely high, and illuminates when the engine coolant
temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure:
• Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine load until you can find a
safe place to stop the vehicle and wait for the engine to
cool down.
• Illuminated light This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating P. 496.
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light
The light illuminates/flashes if the electric power steering
has a malfunction.
If the light illuminates/flashes, stop the vehicle in a safe
place and do not operate the steering wheel. There is no
problem if the light turns off after a while. Contact your
Toyota dealer if the light illuminates/flashes continuously.
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■Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light
●If the indicator light illuminates/flashes, the power steering will not operate
normally. If this happens, the steering wheel can still be operated, however,
the operation may feel heavy compared to normal, or the steering wheel
could vibrate when turning.
● Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is
stopped or moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to
go into protective mode which will make the steering feel heavy, but this
does not indicate a problem. If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and wait
several minutes for the system to return to normal.
WARNING
■Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated. Contact
your Toyota dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible
Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous. It indi-
cates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail
at any time. If this light remains illuminated, after checking that the parking
brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately.
In addition, the effectiveness of the braking may diminish so you may need
to depress the brake pedal more strongly than normal to stop the vehicle.
■ Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light
illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to your Toyota dealer to have the
brakes inspected as soon as possible
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illu-
minated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in
an emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
NOTICE
■ Charging System Warning Light
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illumi-
nated because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
■ Engine Oil Warning Light
● Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in
extensive engine damage.
● Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in
extensive engine damage.
■ High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning
light illuminated. Otherwise, it could result in damage to the engine.

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If any of the following warning lights turns on/flashes, the system may
have a malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer to have your vehicle
inspected.
Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected
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Master Warning Light
Vehicles with type B audio
The light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Operate the center display and verify the content.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on P. 501.
Vehicles without type B audio
The light illuminates continuously if any one of the follow-
ing occurs. Consult your Toyota dealer.
• There is a malfunction in the battery management sys- tem.
• There is a malfunction in the brake switch.
ABS Warning Light If the ABS warning light stays on while you’re driving, the
ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. If this
occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle
had no ABS.
Should this happen, consult your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
Check Engine LightIf this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have
a problem. It is important to note the driving conditions
when the light illuminated and consult your Toyota dealer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following
cases:
• The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.
• The engine’s electrical system has a problem.
• The emission control system has a problem.
• The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continu-
ously, do not drive at high speeds and consult your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.
(if equipped)
Automatic Transaxle Warning LightThe light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.

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■ABS Warning Light
●When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs
and the ABS warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the
weak battery and does not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
● The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illu-
minated.
(Illuminate)
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist sys-
tem may have a malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning
LightA system malfunction is indicated if the warning light con-
stantly flashes, constantly illuminates or does not illumi-
nate at all when the ignition is switched ON. If any of these
occur, consult your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
The system may not operate in an accident.
(Flashing)
(if equipped)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light
If the tire pressure monitoring system has a malfunc-
tion, the tire pressure warn ing light flashes for about 1
minute when the ignition is switched ON and then con-
tinues illuminating. Have your vehicle checked by your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
(Red)
(Illuminate)
KEY Warning Light
If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it
illuminates continuously.
Refer to Emergency Operation for Starting the Engine on
P. 146.
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WARNING
■Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have
your Toyota dealer perform all servicing and repairs
Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pre-
tensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious
injury or death.
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If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or
flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease
vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and
braking
If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or
flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is danger-
ous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden maneuvering
or braking. Vehicle driv ability could worsen and re sult in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position
where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you
have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the
system monitored again by your Toyota dealer or a tire repair station.
■Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is da ngerous, even if you know why it
is illuminated. Have th e problem taken care of as soon as possible
before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire
failure and a dangerous accident.
NOTICE
■ Automatic Transaxle Warning Light
If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an
electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Toyota in this condition could
cause damage to your transaxle. Consult your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ KEY Warning Light
If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator
light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be
started, try starting it using the emergency operation for starting the engine,
and have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
Taking Action
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Low Fuel Warning Light The light turns on when the
remaining fuel is about 2.3
gal. (9.0 L, 1.9 Imp.gal.). Add fuel.
Check Fuel Cap Warning
Light
If the check fuel cap warning
light illuminates while driving,
the fuel-filler cap may not be
installed properly.
Stop the engine and rein-
stall the fuel-filler cap.
Refer to Fuel-Filler Cap
on P. 111
Seat Belt Warning LightThe seat belt warning light
turns on if the driver or front
passenger’s seat is occupied
and the seat belt is not fas-
tened with the ignition
switched ON.
If the driver or front passen-
ger’s seat belt is unfastened
(only when the front passen-
ger’s seat is occupied) and
the vehicle is driven at a
speed faster than about 12
mph (20 km/h), the warning
light flashes. After a short
time, the warning light stops
flashing, but remains illumi-
nated.
Fasten the seat belts.
Door-Ajar Warning LightThe light turns on if any door
is not closed securely.
Close the door securely.
(if equipped)
Low Washer Fluid Level
Warning LightThis warning light indicates
that little washer fluid
remains.
Add washer fluid
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(Illuminate)
(if equipped)
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System Warning Light
When the warning light illu-
minates, and the warning
beep sound is heard (about
3 seconds), tire pressure is
too low in one or more tires.
Inspect the tires and
adjust to the specified
inflation pressure
(→ P. 439).
(Amber)
(if equipped)
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) Warning Light
The light turns on if the wind-
shield is dirty or there is a
malfunction in the system.
Vehicles with type B
audio
Verify the reason why the
warning light is illuminated
on the center display
( →P. 501).
If the reason why the
warning light is illuminated
is due to a dirty wind-
shield, clean the wind-
shield.
For any other reasons,
have the vehicle
inspected at your Toyota
dealer.
Vehicles without type B
audio
If the reason why the
warning light is illuminated
is due to a dirty wind-
shield, clean the wind-
shield. For any other
reasons, have the vehicle
inspected at your Toyota
dealer.
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KEY Warning Light
Take the appropriate action and veri
fy that the warning light turns
off.
■ Low Fuel Warning Light
The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves
around according to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture.
■ Seat Belt Warning Light
●The warning light flashes for about 6 seconds if the driver’s seat belt is not
fastened when the ignition is switched ON.
● To allow the front passenger occupant classification sensor to function p\
rop-
erly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passen-
ger’s seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional
seat cushion could cause sensor interference.
● If a small child is seated on the front passenger’s seat, the warning light may
not operate.
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(Red)
(Flashing)
The smart key battery is dead.Replace the key battery
( →P. 436).
The smart key is not within the
operation range.
Bring the smart key into
the operation range
(→P. 93).The smart key is placed in
areas inside the cabin where it
is difficult for the key to be
detected.
A key from another manufac-
turer similar to the smart key is
in the operation range.Take the key from another
manufacturer similar to
the smart key out of the
operation range.
Without the ignition switched
off, the smart key is taken out of
the cabin, and then all the
doors are closed.
Bring the smart key back
into the cabin.