oil type TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN 2008 Owners Manual

228 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
nAdding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil. Remove the oil filler cap, turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly.
Checking the dipstick.
Reinstall the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
ItemsClean funnel

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
Manual transaxle
Battery
Open voltage at
68°
F (20 °C): 12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
⎯ 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the key is removed with all the lights
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity
(Drain and refill)2.6 qt. (2.5 L, 2.2 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
nAutomatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil type Gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5
Recommended gear oil
viscosity SAE 75W-90

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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
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverP. 223Fuel filler doorP. 5 5Hood lock release lever P. 223
Fuel filler door openerP. 5 5Tire inflation pressure
P. 333
Trunk openerP. 3 2
Fuel tank capacity 11.1 gal. (42.0 L, 9.2 lmp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 3 3 3
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 3.9 (3.7, 3.3)
Without filter 3.6 (3.4, 3.0)
Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil. P. 329
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 5W-30