2008 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK bulb

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2-1. Driving procedures
Turn signal lever
nTurn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n If the indicators flash faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
Left turn
Right turn
Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change.
The left hand signal will flash until you release the lever.
Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change.
The right hand signal will flash until you release the lever.

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
nWhen working on the engine compartment
lKeep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
l Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
l Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
l Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
l Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs ( →P. 280)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Flathead screwdriver
Radiator and condenser (→P. 246) ⎯
Tire inflation pressure (
→P. 258) • Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid ( →P. 250)• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)

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Maintenance and care
n
After a fuse is replaced
lIf the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb
may need replacement. ( →P. 280)
l If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toy-
ota dealer.
n If there is an overload in the circuits
The fuses are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is damaged.
CAUTION
nTo prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause damage, and possibly a fire or injury.
lNever use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated, or use any
other object in place of a fuse.
l Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
This can cause extensive damage or even fire.
l Do not modify the fuse or the fuse box.
NOTICE
nBefore replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Toy-
ota dealer as soon as possible.

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Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult to perfor m, contact your Toyota dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your
Toyota dealer.
n Prepare a replacement light bulb.
Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. ( →P. 346)
n Front bulb locations
Headlights
Front fog lights
(if equipped)
Front side marker lights
Front turn signal lights
Parking lights

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Maintenance and care
Replacing light bulbs
n Headlights
Unplug the connector.
Remove the rubber cover.
nRear bulb locations
Back-up lights
Rear turn signal lights Stop/tail and rear
side marker lights
License
plate light

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Release the bulb retaining
spring.
Remove the bulb.
To install a new bulb, align the
tabs of the bulb with the cutouts
of the mounting hole.
nFront fog lights (if equipped)
Remove the bolts and clips.
Partly remove the fender liner.

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Maintenance and care
Unplug the connector while
depressing the lock release.
Turn the bulb counterclockwise.
Reinstall the bolts and clips.
n Front side marker lights
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.

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Remove the light bulb.
n Front turn signal lights
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.