2009 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK Owners Manual

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Interior features
Clock
Vehicles with tachometer
Press and hold the clock reset button to enter the adjust-
ment mode for the clock.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the hours.
After adjusting the hours, wait 5 seconds to allow the hours to be
automatically input.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the minutes.
After adjusting the minutes, wait 5 seconds to allow the minutes to
be automatically input and then return to normal mode.

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nThe clock is displayed when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n When disconnecting and reco nnecting battery termi
nals
The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
n Adjusting to a full hour (vehic
les without tachometer)
If you press the clock reset button, the minute values will be rounded to the
neares
t hour. So, minute values from “:00” to “:29” are rounded down, and
values from “:30” to “:59” are rounded up.*
*: e.g.
1:00 to 1:29 → 1:0
0
1:30 to 1:59 → 2:0
0
Vehicles without tachometer
Press and hold the clock reset button to enter the adjust-
ment mode for the clock.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the minutes.
After adjusting the minutes, wait 5 seconds to allow the minutes to
be automatically input.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the hours.
After adjusting the hours, wait 5 seconds to allow the hours to be
automatically input and then return to normal mode.

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Power outlet
nThe power outlet can be used when
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
NOTICE
n To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short cir-
cuit.
n To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
n To prevent the battery from being discharged
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not\

running.
The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on less
than 10 A.

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Floor mat
CAUTION
nWhen inserting the floor mat
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the floor mat slipping and interfering wi\
th the
movement of the pedals during driving, resulting in an accident.
l Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet and the
correct side faces upward.
l Do not place floor mats on top of existing mats.
Securely place a mat that matches the size of the space on the car-
pet.
Secure the driver's floor mat
using the hooks provided.

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Luggage compartment features
nRemoving the auxiliary boxes
The auxiliary boxes can be removed by following the procedure below.
n Auxiliary boxes
Turn the knobs to the
UNLOCK position.
Lift the deck board.
After lowering the deck board,
turn the knobs to the LOCK
position.
Turn the knobs to the UNLOCK posi-
tion.
Remove the auxiliary boxes.
When reinstall the auxiliary boxes, turn
the knobs to the LOCK position.

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nRemoving the luggage cover
The luggage cover can be removed by following the procedure below.
CAUTION
nCaution while driving
Keep the auxiliary boxes closed and locked. Injuries may result in the event
of an accident or sudden braking.
Unhook the cords.
Remove the cover out of the retainers.
Remove the luggage cover from the seat-
back.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
nAutomatic car washes
l Before washing the vehicle, do the following.
• Fold the mirrors back.
• Remove the antenna.
l Brushes
used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
n High press
ure car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity \
of
the windows. Before
entering an automatic car wash, check that the fuel filler
door on your vehicle is closed properly.
n Alum
inum wheels (if equipped)
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use har\
d
brushes
or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the point.
n Bumpers a
nd side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
l Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge o
r soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
l For
hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor -
oughly with water.
l Wipe aw
ay any water.
lW
ax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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Maintenance and care
n
To prevent deteriorati on and body corrosion
l Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
l If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
CAUTION
nCaution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
NOTICE
nTo protect your vehicle’s painted surfaces
Do not use organic cleaners such as benzene or gasoline.
n Cleaning the exterior lights
lWash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
l Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
n To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.