2009 TOYOTA YARIS Indicator

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
As an added safety feature, your
vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-ti re pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltal e (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pre ssure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi ciency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire ma intenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illu mination of the TPMS low ti re pressure telltale (tire
pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) malfunction indicator to indi cate when the system is not operat-
ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi-
cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system det ects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute an d then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi cator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installati on of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction te lltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.

338 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The engine has cooled down sufficiently.
Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on.
Check the engine coolant level.
Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses and
under the vehicle.
Note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has
been used.
Add engine coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable. ( P. 348)
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.

354 6-1. Specifications
■Toyota recommends the use of gaso line containing detergent additives
● Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives
to avoid build-up of engine deposits.
● All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems.
■ Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in
many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■ Toyota does not recomm end blended gasoline
● Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygen-
ate content is up to 10 % ethanol or 15 % MTBE.
● If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■ Toyota does not recommen d gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If
this happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

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6-1. Specifications
Tire infor mation
Typical tire symbolsStandard tire
Tire size ( P. 360)
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( P. 359)
Location of treadwear indicators ( P. 361)
Tire ply composition and materials
Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the
strands which form the plies in a tire.
Uniform tire quality grading
For details, see “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” that follows.
Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure ( P. 363)
Maximum cold tire inflation pressure ( P. 363)
This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated.
TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE
A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly filled in the
tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube main-
tains the air pressure.

358 6-1. Specifications
Compact spare tire
TEMPORARY USE ONLY( P. 319)
A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase TEMPORARY USE
ONLY molded into its sidewall. Th is tire is designed for temporary
emergency use only.
Tire size ( P. 360)
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( P. 359)
Location of treadwear indicators ( P. 361)
Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure ( P. 363)
Maximum cold tire inflation pressure ( P. 363)
This means the pressure to which a tire may be inflated.
Tire ply composition and materials
Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the
strands which form the plies in a tire.
TUBELESS or TUBE TYPE
A tubeless tire does not have a tube and air is directly filled in the
tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube main-
tains the air pressure.

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LED Light Emitting Diode
LT Light truck
M + S Mud + Snow MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board DiagnosticsSRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System TWI Treadwear Indicators
VIN Vehicle Identification Number

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 178
ABSABS ...................................... 155
Warning light ........................ 308
Air conditioning filter .............. 270
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 270
Air conditioning
system................................ 178
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 84
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 88
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 84
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 88
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 93
General airbag precautions .... 88
Indicators ................................ 93
Locations of airbags ............... 81
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 92
Proper driving posture ...... 79, 88
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 84
Side airbag precautions.......... 88
SRS airbags ........................... 81
Warning light ........................ 308
Alarm .......................................... 76
Antenna ............................ 191, 228
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-lock brake system ......... 155
Warning light ........................ 308
Audio input .............................. 209
Audio system Antenna ................................ 191
Audio input ........................... 209
AUX adapter ......................... 209
CD player ............................. 195
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 200
Optimal use .......................... 207 Portable music player............209
Radio .....................................189
Type ......................................187
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........128
Fluid ......................................349
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................331
Indicators...............................128
Shift lock system .... ...............331
AUX adapter .............................209
Auxiliary boxes ................217, 225
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............286
Wattage .................................352
Back door ...................................36
Battery Checking ...............................253
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................333
Preparing and checking before winter .......................161
Voltage ..................................349
Warning light .........................308
Bottle holders ...........................215
Brakes Fluid ......................................252
Parking brake ........................132
Specifications ........................350
Warning light .........................307
Break-in tips .............................118
Care Exterior ..................................228
Interior ...................................230
Seat belts ..............................231
Cargo capacity .........................157
CD player ..................................195
Chains .......................................161A
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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 syst em..............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 .............................................98 Cruise 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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