2009 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK power steering fluid

5
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
2For details, refer to “If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds,” Section
5-2, 2009 Owner’s Manual.
3For details, refer to “If your vehicle overheats,” Section 5-2, 2009 Owner’s Manual.
Charging system warning1,2
Low engine oil pressure warning1,2
Anti-lock Brake System warning1,2
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1,2
Open door warning2
Low windshield washer fluid level warning2
Engine oil replacement reminder1,2
AIR BAG ON indicator
AIR BAG OFF indicator
Headlight low beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Low fuel level warning2
Headlight high beam indicator
High engine coolant temperature warning
1,2
Airbag SRS warning1,2
Electric power steering system warning1,2
Low engine coolant temperature indicator3
Front fog light indicator
Low Tire Pressure Warning1,2
Cruise control SET indicator
Cruise control main indicator
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124 2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
nAvoiding damage to vehicle parts
lDo not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a
long time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
l When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
n If you hear a squealing or scrapin g noise while driving (brake pad wear
limit indicators)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon
as possible.
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded.
n If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
lIt may be difficult to control your vehicle.
l The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
l The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( →P. 320)
n When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
lEngine stalling
l Short in electrical components
l Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
l Brake function
l Changes in quantity and quality of eng ine oil, transaxle fluid, etc.
l Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

382 Alphabetical index
Child restraint systemBooster seats, definition .......... 98
Booster seats, installation ..... 102
Convertible seats, definition .... 98
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 102
Front passenger occupant classification system .............93
Infant seat, definition ............... 98
Infant seats, installation......... 102
Installing CRS with LATCH
system ................................ 104
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 105
Installing CRS with top
tether straps ........................ 109
Child safety
Airbag precautions .................. 88
Battery precautions ....... 255, 336
Child restraint system
.............. 98
Child-protectors ....................... 34
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................58
Installing child restraints ........ 102
Power window lock switch....... 68
Power window precautions ..... 69
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 274
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................61
Seat belt precautions .............. 59
Child-protectors ......................... 34
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 228
Interior ................................... 230
Seat belts .............................. 231
Clock ......................... 135, 137 , 221
Clutch
Fluid ...................................... 350
Pedal .............................. 116,130
Comfort guide ............................ 55
Condenser ................................ 252
CRS ............................................. 98Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 152
Indicator ................................ 152
Cup holders .............................. 214
Curtain shield airbags ............... 81
Customizable features ............ 369
Daytime running light
system .................................... 146
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 185
Side mirrors........................... 185
Dimension ................................ 344
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 239
Doors Back door ................................ 36
Door glasses ........................... 67
Door lock ................................. 31
Side doors ............................... 31
Side mirrors............................. 64
Warning light ......................... 310
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 310
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 118
Correct posture ....................... 79
Procedures............................ 116
Winter driving tips ................. 161
Electric power steering Electric power steering.......... 155
Warning light .........................
308
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 296
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 329
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 331
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 333
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 307
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What to do if...
nWarning lights
P. 310
or
P. 3 0 7P. 308
P. 3 0 8P. 308
P. 3 0 8P. 310
P. 3 0 8P. 310
P. 310
or
P. 3 0 8P. 310
P. 310
or
P. 3 0 8
Brake system warning
light
SRS warning light
Charging system warning
lightElectric power steering
warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightOpen door warning light
High engine coolant tempera-
ture warning lightLow washer fluid warn-
ing light
Malfunction indicator
lampDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
ABS warning lightTire pressure warning
light
Engine oil replacement
reminder light