TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN 2011 Manual PDF

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Before driving
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows∗
∗: If equipped
The power windows can be opened/closed using the following
switches.
Driver’s power window switches
Closing
Opening
One-touch opening (driver’s
window only)
*
*: Pressing the switch in theopposite direction will stop win-
dow travel partway.
Front passenger’s power window switch
Closing
Opening
Rear passenger’s power window switch Closing
Opening

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Lock switchPress the switch down to lock
passenger window switches.
Use this switch to prevent chil-
dren from accidentally opening or
closing a passenger window.
nThe power windows can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n Operating the power windows after turning the engine switch off
(driver’s window only)
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned off. They cannot, however, be operated
once either front door is opened.
CAUTION
n Closing the windows
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
lCheck to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
l Do not allow children to operate the power windows.
Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in
some instances, even death.

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Before driving
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
nBefore refueling the vehicle
Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and win-
dows are closed.
n Opening the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.

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Closing the fuel tank capWhen replacing the fuel tank
cap, turn it until a clicking sound
is heard.
After releasing your hand, the cap
will turn slightly to the opposite
direction.
Hang the fuel tank cap on the
back of the fuel filler door.
nFuel types
Unleaded gasoline. (Octane Rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or
higher)
n Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 11.1 gal. (42.0 L, 9.2 Imp.gal.)

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1-5. Refueling
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Before driving
CAUTION
n
Refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle.
Failure to do so, may result in death or serious injury.
lTouch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static
electricity.
Sparks resulting from discharging static electricity may cause the fuel
vapors to ignite.
l Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap.
In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out of the filler neck and cause
injury.
l Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
bodies to come close to an open fuel tank.
l Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
l Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
l Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.
n When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.

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NOTICE
nRefueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the exhaust systems to
operate abnormally or damaging fuel s ystem components or the vehicle’s
painted surface.

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Before driving
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system∗
∗: If equipped
nSystem maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
n Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
l If the key is in contact with a metallic object
l If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys have built-in tr
ansponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi-
cate that the system is operat-
ing.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.

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nCertifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZRI-20BTY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
NOTICE
n To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Before driving
Alarm (Puerto Rico)
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry
is detected.
n Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the fo llowing situations when the alarm
is set.
l A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the key (vehicles without wireless remote control)
or wireless remote control d oor lock function (vehicles with
wireless remote control). (The doors will lock again automati-
cally.)
l The hood is opened.
l The battery is reconnected.
n Setting the alarm system
Close the doors, trunk and
hood, and lock all doors using
the key (vehicles without wire-
less remote control) or wire-
less remote control door lock
function (vehicles with wire-
less remote control). The sys-
tem will be set automatically
after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.

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nSystem maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
n Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following.
lNobody is in the vehicle.
l The windows are closed before the alarm is set.
l No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
n Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the system.)
n Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
lUnlock the doors or trunk.
l Turn the engine switch to the ACC or ON position or start the
engine. (The al arm will be deactivated or stopped after a few
seconds.)
l A person inside the vehicle opens a
door, the trunk or hood.