2009 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK service

4
OVERVIEW
Driver seatbelt reminder2
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Front passenger seatbelt reminder
2
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Brake system warning
1,2
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may
be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.2For
5-2,
3For
Indicator symbols
Service indicator and reminder
Speedometer
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator
Trip meter reset knob
Odometer and two trip meters
Fuel gauge
Clock
Clock reset knob
Tachometer
Instrument cluster
Without tachometer
With tachometer
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2009
Owner’s Manual.
412782M2.qxd:_412782M2 8/18/08 2:04 PM Page 4

21
Scrapping your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo -
nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con -
trol batteries.

174
2-5. Driving information
Dinghy towing (vehicles with a manual transmission)
Towing your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground
To prevent damage to your vehicle, perform the following procedures
before towing.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the engine switch to the ACC position.
Ensure that the audio system and other powered devices have been
turned off.
Release the parking brake.
After towing, leave the engine in idle for at least 3 minutes before
driving the vehicle.
nNecessary equipment and accessories
Specialized equipment and accessories are required for dinghy towing. Con -
tact the service branch of the motor home manufacturer regarding recom -
mended equipment.
Your vehicle can be dinghy towed in a forward direction (with 4
wheels on the ground) behind a motor home.
Dinghy towing does not elimi -
nate the possibility of damage
t

o your vehicle.

191
3-2. Using the audio system
3
Interior features
l
Scanning preset channels
Press and hold until you hear a beep.
When the desired channel is reached, press

again.
n Displaying t
ext information
Press .
The display will show up to 10 characters.
The display changes as follows each time the button is pressed.
lCH NAME
l TITLE (SONG/PROGRAM TITLE)
l NAME (AR
TIST NAME/FEATURE)
l CH
NUMBER
*:Use of XM® Satellite Radio requires XM® tuner and service.
Contact your Toyota dealer.
n When the battery is disconnected
Stations presets are erased.
n Reception se
nsitivity
l Main
taining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the con-
tinually changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength
and surrounding object
s, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
l The radio antenna is mounted on the
rear roof. The antenna can be
removed from the base by turning it.

192 3-2. Using the audio system
nXM® Satellite Radio
An XM
® Satellite Radio is a tuner designed exclusively to receive broadcasts
provided under a separate subscription. Availability is limited to the 48 con-
tiguous states and 10 Canadian provinces.
l XM
® subscriptions
For detailed information about XM® Satellite Radio or to subscribe:
U.S.A.—
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.com
or call 1-800-967-2346.
Canada—
Visit on the web at www.xmradio.ca
or call 1-877-438-9677.
l Radio ID
You will need the radio ID when activating XM
® service or reporting a
problem. Select “CH000” using , and the receiver’s 8-character ID
number will appear.
l Satellite tuner
The tuner supports only Audio Services (Music and Talk) and the accom-
panying Text Information of XM
® Satellite Radio.
n If the satellite radio does not operate normally
If a problem occurs with the XM
® tuner, a message will appear on the dis-
play. Refer to the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggested
corrective action.
ANTENNA The XM
® antenna is not connected. Check
whether the XM® antenna cable is attached
securely.
There is a short-circuit in the antenna or the sur-
rounding antenna cable. See a Toyota certified
dealer.

234 4-2. Maintenance
nAllow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
lToyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
l Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
CAUTION
nWarning in handling of battery
lEngine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
l Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
l Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. ( →P. 253)

235
4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( →P. 253)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( →P. 252)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( →P. 250)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( →P. 246)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
→P. 252)
Washer fluid At the correct level? ( →P. 256)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled
Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supple ment”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

238
4-2. Maintenance
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system moni
-
tors the operation of th e emissi
on control system.
nIf the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The OBD system determines that a
problem exists somewhere
in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/
M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer
to service the vehicle.
n Y
our vehicle may not pass the I/M test:
lWhen
the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are se t dur
ing ordinary driving are
erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes
ma
y not be completely set.
l When
the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on as a temporary mal -
function and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
n When th
e malfunction indicator lamp goes off after several
driving trips
The error code in the OBD system
will not be cleared unless the
vehicle is driven 40 or more times.
n If
your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.