2008 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN brake fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Radiator and condenser
Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicl e checked by your Toyota dealer.
Brake fluid
n Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
NOTICE
nWhen adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor stra ight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
n If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.
CAUTION
nWhen the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and may cause
burns.

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nAdding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
.
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
n Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
nWhen filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
nIf the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.
n If you spill fluid
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
n Visible symptoms
lFluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
l Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
l High engine coolant temperatur e warning light flashes or
comes on
l Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on or does
not come on continuously
n Audible symptoms
lChanges in exhaust sound
l Excessive tire squeal when cornering
l Strange noises related to the suspension system
l Pinging or other noises related to the engine
n Operational symptoms
lEngine missing, stumbling or running rough
l Appreciable loss of power
l Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
l Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
l Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the
vehicle having reach a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h])
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(except Canada)
(Canada) Brake system warning li
ght (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system (vehicles with the ABS)
This light also comes on when the parking brake is
not released. If the light turns off after the parking
brake is fully released, the system is operating nor-
mally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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Clutch
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the pressure of 67.4 lbf(300 N, 31 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake adjustment when pulled with the force of 44 lbf (196 N, 20kgf).
Steering
Clutch free play 0.2 ⎯ 0.6 in. (5 ⎯ 15 mm)
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Pedal clearance *1Vehicles with the ABS
2.9 in. (73 mm) Min.
Vehicles without the ABS
2.8 in. (70 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel *26 — 9 clicks
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 158
ABSABS ...................................... 135
Warning light ........................ 293
Air conditioning filter .............. 252
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 252
Air conditioning system ........ 158
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 69
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 73
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 69
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 73
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 78
General airbag precautions .... 73
Indicators ................................ 78
Locations of airbags ............... 66
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 77
Proper driving posture ...... 64, 73
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 69
Side airbag precautions.......... 73
SRS airbags ........................... 66
Warning light ........................ 293
Alarm .......................................... 61
Antenna .................................... 170
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 135
Warning light ........................ 293
Armrest .................................... 205
Ashtrays ................................... 202
Audio input .............................. 189
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 170
Audio input ........................... 189
AUX adapter ......................... 189
CD player ............................. 171
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 178 Optimal use ...........................186
Portable music player............189
Radio .....................................168
Type ......................................165
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........112
Fluid ......................................331
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................315
Indicators...............................112
Shift lock system .... ...............315
AUX adapter .............................189
Auxiliary box ............................197
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............269
Wattage .................................334
Battery
Checking ...............................235
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................317
Preparing and checking before winter .......................141
Voltage ..................................331
Warning light .........................293
Bottle holders ...........................197
Brakes Fluid ......................................233
Parking brake ........................116
Specifications ........................332
Warning light .........................292
Break-in tips .............................100
Care Exterior ..................................208
Interior ...................................210
Seat belts ..............................211
Cargo capacity .........................137
CD player ..................................171
Chains .......................................141A
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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
F

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Alphabetical index
Theft prevention labels ........... 63
Theft prevention labels ............. 63
Tire inflation pressure ............ 246
Tire information Glossary ............................... 345
Size ...................................... 342
Tire identification number ..... 341
Uniform tire quality grading .. 343
Tires Chains .................................. 141
Checking .............................. 240
If you have a flat tire ............. 302
Identification number ............ 338
Inflation pressure .......... 246, 333
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 241
Information ........................... 338
Replacing ..................... 240, 302
Rotating tires ........................ 240
Size ...................................... 333
Snow tires............................. 141
Spare tire .............................. 302
Tire pressure warningsystem........................ 240, 295
Warning light ........................ 295
Tools......................................... 302
Total load capacity .................. 140
Towing Dinghy towing ............... 153, 154
Emergency towing ................ 282
Trailer towing ................ 144, 145
Trip meter................................. 121
Trunk .......................................... 32
Trunk light Wattage ................................ 334
Turn signal lights
Indicator................................ 115
Lever .................................... 115
Replacing light bulbs ............ 269
Switch ................................... 115
Wattage ................................ 334 Vanity mirrors...........................200
Vehicle identification
number ...................................327
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................292
Seat belt reminder .................295
Warning lights ABS .......................................293
Airbag system .......................293
Anti-lock brake system ..........293
Brake system ........................292
Charging system .... ...............293
Driver’s seat belt ...................295
Electric power steering system ................................293
Electronic engine control system ................................293
Engine oil replacement..........295
EPS system...........................293
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........293
Front passenger’s seat belt ...295
High engine coolant temperature ........................293
Low brake fluid ......................292
Low engine oil pressure ........293
Low fuel level ........................295
Low tire inflation pressure .....295
Low washer fluid ...................295
Malfunction ............................293
Open door .............................295
Seat belt ................................295
Seat belt pretensioner system ................................293
SRS .......................................293
SRS airbag system ...............293
Tire pressure .........................295
Tire pressure warning system ................................295V
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