check engine light TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN 2008 User Guide

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low*.
High engine coolant temperature warning light Indicate a engine is almost overheating.( →P. 320)
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(except Canada)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• Emission control system.

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(except Canada)Tire pressure warning
light
• When the light comes on:
Indicates low tire inflation
pressure. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure.
• When the light stays on after blinking for 1
minute: Indicates a mal-
function in the tire pres-
sure warning system. Have the system
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
(if equipped)
Low washer fluid warn-
ing light
Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.
(except Canada) Engine oil replacement
reminder light
• Illuminates for about 3
seconds and then flashes
for about 12 seconds: Indi-
cates that the engine oil is
scheduled to be changed. Check the engine oil,
and change if neces-
sary.
• Comes on and remains: Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed. Check and change the
engine oil.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

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nKey reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed (with the engine
switch in the ACC or LOCK position and the driver’s door opened).
n Light reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicates that the headlight switch is left on (with the key
removed and the driver’s door opened).
n If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
l Is your vehicle low on gas?
If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.
l Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
n Front passenger detect ion sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on
its weight, the reminder light to flash and buzzer to sound.
n
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.
nThe tire pressure warning light ma y turn on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light after a few minutes.
nWhen a tire is replaced with a compact spare tire
The compact spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the warning light will not turn off
even though the flat tire is replac ed with the compact spare tire. Replace
the compact spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the proper tire
inflation pressure. The ti re pressure warning light will turn off after a few
minutes.

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nIf the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will become inoperative in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition be
comes normal, the system will work properly.)
lIf tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters are used.
lIf the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.
lIf the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
The tire pressure warning system may become inoperative in the follow-
ing conditions:
(When the condition be comes normal, the system will work properly.)
lIf electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
lIf a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
lIf a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
lIf there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
lIf non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressu re warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)
lIf tire chains are used.
nIf the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-
quently when the engine switch is turned to the ON position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
n After changing the engine oil (except Canada)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. ( →P. 230)
n Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 351)

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nStarting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
n Avoiding a discharged battery
lTurn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
l Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
CAUTION
nAvoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
lMake sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
l Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam: Stop the engine and carefully lift the hood.
If you do not see steam: Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating: Wait until the high engine coolant temperature warning
light goes off and then stop the engine.
If the fan is not operating: Stop the engine immediately and call your local Toyota
dealer.

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Alphabetical index
If you lose your keys............. 316
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 288
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 323
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 282
If your vehicle overheats ...... 320
Engine Compartment........................ 226
Engine switch ....................... 108
Hood ..................................... 223
How to start the engine ........ 108
Identification number ............ 327
If the engine will not start...... 313
Ignition switch ....................... 108
Immobilizer system................. 59
Overheating .......................... 320
Specifications ....................... 328
Warning light ........................ 293
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 330
Checking .............................. 232
Indicator................................ 123
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 141
Type ..................................... 330
Warning light ........................ 293
Engine immobilizer system ...... 59
Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 329
Checking .............................. 227
Grade ................................... 329
Initializing the maintenance data .................................... 230
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 141
Warning light ................. 293,295
Engine switch .......................... 108
Engine oil maintenance data ........................................ 230 EPS
EPS .......................................135
Warning light .........................293
Event data recorder .................290
Floor mat...................................206
Fluid Automatic transmission .........331
Brake .....................................233
Clutch ....................................332
Warning light .................292, 295
Washer ..................................238
Fog lights
Indicator ................................129
Replacing light bulbs .............269
Switch....................................129
Wattage .................................334
Front fog lights Indicator ................................129
Replacing light bulbs .............269
Switch....................................129
Wattage .................................334
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light.........................295
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................35
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............269
Switch....................................127
Wattage .................................334
Front turn signal lights
Indicator ................................115
Lever .....................................115
Replacing light bulbs .............269
Switch....................................115
Wattage .................................334
Fuel
Capacity ................................328
Fuel pump shut off system ....289
Gas station information .........372
Gauge ...................................118
Information ............................335
Refueling .................................55
F

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Alphabetical index
Theft prevention labels ........... 63
Theft prevention labels ............. 63
Tire inflation pressure ............ 246
Tire information Glossary ............................... 345
Size ...................................... 342
Tire identification number ..... 341
Uniform tire quality grading .. 343
Tires Chains .................................. 141
Checking .............................. 240
If you have a flat tire ............. 302
Identification number ............ 338
Inflation pressure .......... 246, 333
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 241
Information ........................... 338
Replacing ..................... 240, 302
Rotating tires ........................ 240
Size ...................................... 333
Snow tires............................. 141
Spare tire .............................. 302
Tire pressure warningsystem........................ 240, 295
Warning light ........................ 295
Tools......................................... 302
Total load capacity .................. 140
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 153, 154
Emergency towing ................ 282
Trailer towing ................ 144, 145
Trip meter................................. 121
Trunk .......................................... 32
Trunk light Wattage ................................ 334
Turn signal lights
Indicator................................ 115
Lever .................................... 115
Replacing light bulbs ............ 269
Switch ................................... 115
Wattage ................................ 334 Vanity mirrors...........................200
Vehicle identification
number ...................................327
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................292
Seat belt reminder .................295
Warning lights ABS .......................................293
Airbag system .......................293
Anti-lock brake system ..........293
Brake system ........................292
Charging system .... ...............293
Driver’s seat belt ...................295
Electric power steering system ................................293
Electronic engine control system ................................293
Engine oil replacement..........295
EPS system...........................293
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........293
Front passenger’s seat belt ...295
High engine coolant temperature ........................293
Low brake fluid ......................292
Low engine oil pressure ........293
Low fuel level ........................295
Low tire inflation pressure .....295
Low washer fluid ...................295
Malfunction ............................293
Open door .............................295
Seat belt ................................295
Seat belt pretensioner system ................................293
SRS .......................................293
SRS airbag system ...............293
Tire pressure .........................295
Tire pressure warning system ................................295V
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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4-2. Maintenance ..................... 213Maintenance requirements .................... 213
General maintenance ......... 215
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 218
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ................... 219
Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 219
Hood................................... 223
Positioning a floor jack ....... 224
Engine compartment .......... 226
Tires ................................... 240
Tire inflation pressure......... 246
Wheels ............................... 250
Air conditioning filter ........... 252
Key battery ......................... 255
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 257
Light bulbs .......................... 269
5-1. Essential information....... 282 If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................... 282
If you think something is wrong ............................... 288
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 289
Event data recorder............ 290 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency ...................... 292
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 292
If you have a flat tire ........... 302
If the engine will not start .... 313
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 315
If you lose your keys ........... 316
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 317
If your vehicle overheats..... 320
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 323
6-1. Specifications ................... 326 Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 326
Fuel information .................. 335
Tire information................... 338
6-2. Customization ................... 351 Customizable features ........ 351
Items to initialize ................. 353
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 356
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ......................... 357
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners