2008 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK air filter

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Air conditioning filter (if equipped)
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
n Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Pinch the latches.
Remove the filter cover.

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Maintenance and care
n
Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
n If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
Pull out the filter.
Rotate the filter to remove it.
n Installing method
Set a new filter.
The “ ↑ UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.
Rotate the filter.
Push in the filter.

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NOTICE
nWhen using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 168
ABSABS ...................................... 145
Warning light ........................ 301
Air conditioning filter .............. 264
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 264
Air conditioning
system................................ 168
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 80
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 84
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 80
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 84
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 89
General airbag precautions .... 84
Indicators ................................ 89
Locations of airbags ............... 77
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 88
Proper driving posture ...... 75, 84
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 80
Side airbag precautions.......... 84
SRS airbags ........................... 77
Warning light ........................ 301
Alarm .......................................... 72
Antenna ............................ 181, 222
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-lock brake system ......... 145
Warning light ........................ 301
Audio input .............................. 203
Audio system Antenna ................................ 181
Audio input ........................... 203
AUX adapter ......................... 203
Cassette player .................... 182
CD player ............................. 185
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 192 Optimal use ...........................200
Portable music player............203
Radio .....................................179
Type ......................................176
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........123
Fluid ......................................343
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................325
Indicators...............................123
Shift lock system .... ...............325
AUX adapter .............................203
Auxiliary boxes ................211, 219
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............280
Wattage .................................346
Back door ...................................35
Battery
Checking ...............................247
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................327
Preparing and checking before winter .......................151
Voltage ..................................343
Warning light .........................301
Bottle holders ...........................209
Brakes
Fluid ......................................246
Parking brake ........................127
Specifications ........................344
Warning light .........................300
Break-in tips .............................112
Care Exterior ..................................222
Interior ...................................224
Seat belts ..............................225
Cargo capacity .........................147
CD player ..................................185
Chains .......................................151A
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ................... 233
Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 233
Hood................................... 236
Positioning a floor jack ....... 237
Engine compartment .......... 239
Tires ................................... 252
Tire inflation pressure......... 258
Wheels ............................... 262
Air conditioning filter ........... 264
Key battery ......................... 267
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 269
Light bulbs .......................... 280
5-1. Essential information....... 290 If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................... 290
If you think something is wrong ............................... 296
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 297
Event data recorder............ 298
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ...................... 300
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 300
If you have a flat tire ........... 310
If the engine will not start ... 323
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 325
If you lose your keys .......... 326 If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 327
If your vehicle overheats..... 332
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 335
6-1. Specifications ................... 338 Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 338
Fuel information .................. 347
Tire information................... 350
6-2. Customization ................... 363 Customizable features ........ 363
Items to initialize ................. 365
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 368
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ......................... 369
Abbreviation list ........................ 374
Alphabetical index .................... 375
What to do if... ........................... 383
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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