2010 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN parking brake

292 5-1. Essential information
Using a flat bed truckIf your Toyota is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in
the illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45°.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Front

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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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
nBefore jacking up the vehicle
lStop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
l Set the parking brake.
l Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manual
transmission).
l Stop the engine.
l Turn on the emergency flashers.
n Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Tool bag
(including towing eyelet) Spare tire
Jack
Jack handle

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to the ACC or ON position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead screwdriver or equivalent. Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
nEmergency hook
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or N
(vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
If equipped, turn off the VSC ( →P. 140)
Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission) or 1
or R (manual transmission) and carefully apply the acceler-
ator to free the vehicle.
When your vehicle becomes stuck and
cannot move, the emergency hook is
used for another vehicle to pull your vehi-
cle out in an emergency.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow
another vehicle.
Do not use the left rear hook. It is not
designed for towing.

340 6-1. Specifications
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
Pedal clearance *1
Vehicle without the VSC
Vehicle with the VSCWithout the ABS
2.8 in. (70 mm) Min.
With the ABS
2.9 in. (73 mm) Min.
3.0 in. (76 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 ............................................ 164
ABSABS ...................................... 139
Warning light ........................ 298
Air conditioning filter .............. 258
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 258
Air conditioning system ........ 164
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 72
Airbag precautions for your
child...................................... 76
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions ............................. 72
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 76
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 81
General airbag precautions .... 76
Indicators ................................ 81
Locations of airbags ............... 69
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................. 80
Proper driving posture ...... 67, 76
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 72
Side airbag precautions.......... 76
SRS airbags ........................... 69
Warning light ........................ 298
Alarm .......................................... 64
Antenna .................................... 178
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 139
Warning light ........................ 298
Armrest .................................... 212
Ashtrays ................................... 209
Audio input .............................. 196
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 178
Audio input ........................... 196
AUX adapter ......................... 196
CD player ............................. 181
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 187 Optimal use ...........................194
Portable music player............196
Radio .....................................175
Type ......................................172
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........114
Fluid ......................................339
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................320
Indicators...............................114
Shift lock system .... ...............320
AUX adapter .............................196
Auxiliary box ............................204
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............274
Wattage .................................342
Battery
Checking ...............................242
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................322
Preparing and checking before winter .......................148
Voltage ..................................338
Warning light .........................298
Bottle holders ...........................204
Brake assist ..............................139
Brakes Fluid ......................................240
Parking brake ........................118
Specifications ........................340
Warning light .........................297
Break-in tips .............................102
Care Exterior ..................................216
Interior ...................................218
Seat belts ..............................219
Cargo capacity .........................144
CD player ..................................181
Chains .......................................148A
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Tail lights switch ................... 130
Turn signal lights switch ....... 117
Load capacity .......................... 147
Lock steering column ............. 112
Maintenance Do-it-yourself
maintenance ...................... 227
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................ 226
General maintenance ........... 223
Maintenance data ................. 332
Maintenance requirements ... 221
Vehicle exterior..................... 216
Vehicle interior...................... 218
Manual transmission Manual transmission ............ 116
Oil ......................................... 339
Meter Instrument panel light control ................................ 125
Meters .................................. 121
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 52
Side mirror heaters ............... 170
Side mirrors ............................ 53
Vanity mirrors ....................... 207
MP3 disc................................... 187
Noise from under vehicle ......... 18
Odometer ................................. 124
Oil Engine oil.............................. 235
Manual transmission ............ 339
Warning light ................. 298,300
Opener
Fuel door ................................ 58
Fuel filler door......................... 58
Hood ..................................... 231
Trunk ...................................... 33 Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting .................................53
Defogger ...............................170
Folding ....................................54
Overheating, Engine ................325
Parking brake ...........................118
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs .............274
Switch....................................130
Wattage .................................342
Personal lights Switch....................................199
Wattage .................................342
Portable ashtray .......................209
Power outlet .............................211
Power windows ..........................56
Radiator ....................................240
Radio .........................................175
Rear seat Folding down ...........................38
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............274
Switch....................................130
Wattage .................................342
Rear turn signal lights
Indicator ................................117
Lever .....................................117
Replacing light bulbs .............274
Switch....................................117
Wattage .................................342
Rear window defogger ............170
Replacing
Key battery ............................261
Fuses ....................................263
Light bulbs .............................274
Tires ...............................246,307
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ......................364
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