2008 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK key

294 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rearVehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: Use a towing dolly
under the front wheels.
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: We recommend to use a
towing dolly under the front
wheels.
When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to the ACC
position and shift the shift lever to
N.
NOTICE
nTo prevent damaging the vehicle
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
NOTICE
nTo prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
n To prevent damaging the vehicle ( vehicles with a manual transmission)
l Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
l When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

306 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you lose your keys
nIf you lose all your master keys. ( vehicles with engine immobilizer sys-
tem)
You cannot make new keys, the whole engine immobilizer system must be
replaced.
New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using
the key number stamped on your key number plate. Vehicles with
engine immobilizer system, the dealer will also need the master key.
( →P. 27)

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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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Vehicle specifications
6-2. Customization
Customizable features
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
→P. 2 8 ) Wireless remote control ON OFF
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Time elapsed before
automatic door lock
function is activated if
door is not opened after
being unlocked 30 seconds 60 seconds
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers) ON OFF
Panic function ON OFF
Door lock
( →P. 31) Unlocking using a key Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to your preferences.
Programming these preferences
requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an autho-
rized Toyota dealership.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions
being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

376 Alphabetical index
Child restraint systemBooster seats, definition ..........94
Booster seats, installation .......98
Convertible seats, definition ....94
Convertible seats,
installation .............................98
Front passenger occupant classification system .............89
Infant seat, definition ...............94
Infant seats, installation...........98
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ......................... 102
Installing CRS with seat belts ......................................99
Installing CRS with top straps .................................. 104
Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................84
Battery precautions ....... 249, 330
Child restraint syst em..............94
Child-protectors .......................34
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................54
Installing child restraints ..........98
Power window lock switch.......64
Power window precautions .....65
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 268
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................57
Seat belt precautions ..............55
Child-protectors .........................34
Cleaning
Exterior .................................. 222
Interior ................................... 224
Seat belts .............................. 225
Clock ......................... 129, 131, 215
Clutch Fluid ...................................... 344
Pedal ..............................110,125
Comfort guide ............................51
Condenser ................................ 246
CRS .............................................94 Cup holders .............................. 208
Curtain shield airbags ............... 77
Customizable features ............ 363
Daytime running light
system .................................... 140
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 175
Dimension ................................ 338
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 233
Doors Back door ................................ 35
Door glasses ........................... 63
Door lock ................................. 31
Side doors ............................... 31
Side mirrors............................. 60
Warning light ......................... 303
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 303
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 112
Correct posture ....................... 75
Procedures............................ 110
Winter driving tips ................. 151
Electric power steering Electric power steering.......... 145
Warning light ......................... 301
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 323
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 325
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 327
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 300
If the warning light turns on ... 300
If you have a flat tire ............. 310
If you lose your keys ............. 326
If you think something is wrong .................................. 296
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378 Alphabetical index
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 297
Fuses......................................... 269
Gas station information........... 388
Gauges ...................................... 129
Glove boxes.............................. 206
Head restraintsAdjusting ................................45
Headlights Indicator ................................ 139
Replacing light bulbs ............. 280
Switch.................................... 139
Wattage ................................. 346
Hood .......................................... 236
I/M test....................................... 232
Identification
Engine ................................... 339
Tire ........................................ 350
Vehicle .................................. 339
Ignition switch .......................... 119
Illuminated entry system ......... 204
Immobilizer system....................70
Indicator lights ......................... 135
Initialization Items to initialize.................... 365
Inside rear view mirror ..............59
Interior light Switch.................................... 205
Wattage ................................. 346
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 237
Replacing the flat tire ............ 310
Jack handle .............................. 310
Keys Electronic key ..........................26
Engine switch ........................ 119
If you lose your keys ............. 326
Ignition switch........................ 119 Key battery ............................ 267
Key number plate .................... 26
Keys ........................................ 26
Mechanical key ....................... 26
Wireless remote control .......... 28
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 280
Switch ................................... 139
Wattage................................. 346
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 280
Wattage................................. 346
Lights Fog lights switch ................... 141
Headlights switch .................. 139
Instrument panel lightsswitch.................................. 139
Interior light switch ................ 205
License plate lights switch .... 139
Parking lights switch ............. 139
Personal lights switch ........... 205
Replacing light bulbs ............. 280
Side marker lights switch ...... 139
Tail lights switch .................... 139
Turn signal lights switch ........ 126
Load capacity ........................... 150
Lock steering column.............. 121
Luggage compartment features Auxiliary boxes ...................... 219
Luggage cover ...................... 220
Luggage compartment light Wattage................................. 346
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 233
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................ 232
General maintenance............ 229
Maintenance data ................. 338
Maintenance requirements ... 227
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Vehicle exterior..................... 222
Vehicle interior...................... 224
Manual transmission Manual transmission ............ 125
Oil ......................................... 343
Meter Instrument panel light control ................................ 133
Meters .................................. 129
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 59
Side mirrors ............................ 60
Vanity mirrors ....................... 214
MP3 disc................................... 192
Odometer ................................. 132
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 240
Manual transmission ............ 343
Warning light ................ 301, 303
Opener Fuel door ................................ 66
Fuel filler door......................... 66
Hood ..................................... 236
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting................................. 60
Folding.................................... 61
Overheating, Engine ............... 332
Parking brake .......................... 127
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 280
Switch ................................... 139
Wattage ................................ 346
Personal lights Switch ................................... 205
Wattage ................................ 346
Power outlet............................. 217
Power windows ......................... 63
Radiator.................................... 246
Radio ........................................ 179 Rear seat
Folding down ...........................41
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............280
Switch....................................139
Wattage .................................346
Rear turn signal lights Indicator ................................126
Lever .....................................126
Replacing light bulbs .............280
Switch....................................126
Wattage .................................346
Rear window defogger ............175
Rear window wiper ..................144
Replacing Key battery ............................267
Fuses ....................................269
Light bulbs .............................280
Tires ..............................252, 310
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ......................368
Seat belts Adjustment ..............................49
ALR .........................................53
Automatic Locking Retractor ...53
Child restraint system installation .......................94, 98
Cleaning and maintaining......225
Comfort guide..........................51
ELR .........................................53
Emergency Locking Retractor .............................. 53
How to wear your seat belt......48
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................54
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use .................................54
Reminder light .......................303
Seat belt extenders .................55
Seat belt pretensioners ...........53
Seats Adjustment ..............................37
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