2009 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.
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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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When trouble arises
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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
touches the floor

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns 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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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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 ........................ 294
Air conditioning filter .............. 254
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 254
Air conditioning system ........ 158
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 68
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 72
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 68
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 72
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 77
General airbag precautions .... 72
Indicators ................................ 77
Locations of airbags ............... 65
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 76
Proper driving posture ...... 63, 72
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 68
Side airbag precautions.......... 72
SRS airbags ........................... 65
Warning light ........................ 294
Alarm .......................................... 60
Antenna .................................... 172
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 135
Warning light ........................ 294
Armrest .................................... 206
Ashtrays ................................... 203
Audio input .............................. 190
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 172
Audio input ........................... 190
AUX adapter ......................... 190
CD player ............................. 175
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 181 Optimal use ...........................188
Portable music player............190
Radio .....................................169
Type ......................................166
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........110
Fluid ......................................334
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................316
Indicators...............................110
Shift lock system .... ...............316
AUX adapter .............................190
Auxiliary box ............................198
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............270
Wattage .................................337
Battery
Checking ...............................237
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................318
Preparing and checking before winter .......................141
Voltage ..................................334
Warning light .........................294
Bottle holders ...........................198
Brakes Fluid ......................................235
Parking brake ........................114
Specifications ........................335
Warning light .........................293
Break-in tips ...............................98
Care Exterior ..................................210
Interior ...................................212
Seat belts ..............................213
Cargo capacity .........................137
CD player ..................................175
Chains .......................................141A
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If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 293
If the warning light turns on .. 293
If you have a flat tire ............ 303
If you lose your keys............. 317
If you think something is wrong ................................. 289
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................... 324
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 283
If your vehicle overheats ...... 321
Engine Compartment........................ 228
Engine switch ....................... 106
Hood ..................................... 225
How to start the engine ........ 106
Identification number ............ 330
If the engine will not start...... 314
Ignition switch ....................... 106
Immobilizer system................. 58
Overheating .......................... 321
Specifications ....................... 331
Warning light ........................ 294
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 333
Checking .............................. 234
Indicator................................ 122
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 141
Type ..................................... 333
Warning light ........................ 294
Engine immobilizer system ...... 58
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 332
Checking .............................. 229
Grade ................................... 332
Initializing the maintenance
data .................................... 232
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 141
Warning light ........................ 294
Engine switch .......................... 106 Engine oil maintenance
data .........................................232
EPS EPS .......................................135
Warning light .........................294
Event data recorder .................291
Floor mat...................................207
Fluid Automatic transmission .........334
Brake .....................................235
Clutch ....................................335
Warning light .................293, 296
Washer ..................................240
Fog lights Indicator ................................128
Replacing light bulbs .............270
Switch....................................128
Wattage .................................337
Front fog lights Indicator ................................128
Replacing light bulbs .............270
Switch....................................128
Wattage .................................337
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................296
Front seats Adjustment ..............................34
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............270
Switch....................................126
Wattage .................................337
Front turn signal lights Indicator ................................113
Lever .....................................113
Replacing light bulbs .............270
Switch....................................113
Wattage .................................337
Fuel Capacity ................................331
Fuel pump shut off system ....290
Gas station information .........376
Gauge ...................................117
F

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Power door lock switch........... 26
Power window switch ............. 52
Turn signal lights .................. 113
Window lock switch ................ 53
Wiper and washer ................ 129
Tachometer .............................. 117
Tail lights Indicator................................ 126
Replacing light bulbs ............ 270
Switch ................................... 126
Wattage ................................ 337
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ...................................... 60
Engine immobilizer system..... 58
Theft prevention labels ........... 62
Theft prevention labels ............. 62
Tire inflation pressure ............ 248
Tire information Glossary ............................... 348
Size ...................................... 345
Tire identification number ..... 344
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 346
Tires
Chains .................................. 141
Checking .............................. 242
If you have a flat tire ............. 303
Identification number ............ 341
Inflation pressure .......... 248, 336
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 243
Information ........................... 341
Replacing ..................... 242, 303
Rotating tires ........................ 242
Size ...................................... 336
Snow tires............................. 141
Spare tire .............................. 303
Tire pressure warningsystem........................ 242, 296
Warning light ........................ 296
Tools......................................... 303
Total load capacity .................. 140 Towing
Dinghy towing................153, 154
Emergency towing.................283
Trailer towing.................144, 145
Trip meter .................................120
Trunk ...........................................31
Trunk light Wattage .................................337
Turn signal lights Indicator ................................113
Lever .....................................113
Replacing light bulbs .............270
Switch....................................113
Wattage .................................337
Vanity mirrors...........................201
Vehicle identification number ...................................329
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................293
Seat belt reminder .................296
Warning lights ABS .......................................294
Airbag system .......................294
Anti-lock brake system ..........294
Brake system ........................293
Charging system .... ...............294
Driver’s seat belt ...................296
Electric power steering system ................................294
Electronic engine control system ................................294
Engine oil replacement..........296
EPS system...........................294
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........294
Front passenger’s seat belt ...296
High engine coolant temperature ........................294
Low brake fluid ......................293
Low engine oil pressure ........294
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