2011 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK brake fluid

264 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Batteryn Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
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 approximately 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.

364 6-1. Specifications
Manual transaxle
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 45 lbf (200 N, 20kgf).
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil type Gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5
Recommended gear oil
viscosity SAE 75W-90
Clutch free play
0.2 ⎯ 0.6 in. (5 ⎯ 15 mm)
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Pedal clearance *1
Vehicle without the VSC
Vehicle with the VSC Without 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

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 186
ABSABS ...................................... 160
Warning light ........................ 320
Air conditioning filter .............. 281
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 281
Air conditioning
system................................ 186
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 89
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 93
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 89
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 93
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 98
General airbag precautions .... 93
Indicators ................................ 98
Locations of airbags ............... 86
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 97
Proper driving posture ...... 84, 93
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 89
Side airbag precautions.......... 93
SRS airbags ........................... 86
Warning light ........................ 320
Alarm .......................................... 80
Antenna ............................ 199, 238
Anti-lock brake system
Anti-lock brake system ......... 160
Warning light ........................ 320
Audio input .............................. 217 Audio system
Antenna .................................199
Audio input ............................217
AUX port................................217
CD player ..............................203
MP3/WMA disc......................208
Optimal use ...........................215
Portable music player............217
Radio .....................................197
Type ......................................195
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........133
Fluid ......................................363
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................343
Indicators...............................133
Shift lock system .... ...............343
AUX port ...................................217
Auxiliary boxes ................225, 234
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............297
Wattage .................................366
Back door ...................................35
Battery
Checking ...............................264
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................345
Preparing and checking before winter .......................169
Voltage ..................................363
Warning light .........................320
Bottle holders ...........................223
Brake assist ..............................160
Brakes Fluid ......................................263
Parking brake ........................137
Specifications ........................364
Warning light .........................319
Break-in tips .............................122A
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Floor mat................................... 232
FluidAutomatic transmission ......... 363
Brake ..................................... 263
Clutch .................................... 364
Warning light ................. 319, 322
Washer .................................. 267
Fog lights
Indicator ................................ 152
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 152
Wattage ................................. 366
Front fog lights Indicator ................................ 152
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 152
Wattage ................................. 366
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light......................... 322
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................39
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 150
Wattage ................................. 366
Front turn signal lights
Indicator ................................ 136
Lever ..................................... 136
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 136
Wattage ................................. 366
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 360
Fuel pump shut off system .... 316
Gas station information ......... 416
Gauge ................................... 140
Indicator ................................ 148
Information ............................ 367
Refueling .................................74
Type ...................................... 360 Fuel door .................................... 74
Fuel filler door ............................ 74
Fuel gauge ................................ 140
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 316
Fuses ........................................ 286
Gas station information .......... 416
Gauges...................................... 140
Glove boxes ............................. 221
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 308
Head restraints Adjusting ................................ 49
Headlights
Indicator ................................ 150
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch ................................... 150
Wattage................................. 366
Hood.......................................... 253
Horn .......................................... 139
I/M test ...................................... 249
Identification Engine ................................... 359
Tire ........................................ 370
Vehicle .................................. 359
Ignition switch.......................... 130
Illuminated entry system......... 218
Immobilizer system ................... 78
Indicator lights ......................... 146
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 385
Inside rear view mirror .............. 66
Interior light Switch ................................... 219
Wattage................................. 366F
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Tachometer............................... 140
Tail lightsIndicator ................................ 150
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch.................................... 150
Wattage ................................. 366
Theft deterrent system Alarm .......................................80
Engine immobilizer system .....78
Theft prevention labels ............83
Theft prevention labels..............83
Tire inflation pressure ............. 275
Tire information Glossary ................................ 377
Size ....................................... 374
Tire identification number ...... 373
Uniform tire quality
grading ................................ 375
Tires Chains ................................... 169
Checking ............................... 269
If you have a flat tire .............. 329
Identification number ............. 370
Inflation pressure........... 275, 365
Inflation pressure sensor ....... 270
Information ............................ 370
Replacing ...................... 269, 329
Rotating tires ......................... 269
Size ....................................... 365
Snow tires ............................. 169
Spare tire............................... 329
Tire pressure warning
system ........................ 269, 322
Warning light ......................... 322
Tools ......................................... 329
Total load capacity................... 168
Towing Dinghy towing................ 181, 182
Emergency towing................. 309
Trailer towing................. 172, 173 Trip meter ................................. 143
Turn signal lights
Indicator ................................ 136
Lever ..................................... 136
Replacing light bulbs ............. 297
Switch ................................... 136
Wattage................................. 366
Vanity mirrors .......................... 228
Vehicle identification number ................................... 359
Vehicle stability control .......... 160
VSC ........................................... 160
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 319
Seat belt reminder................. 322
Warning lights
ABS ....................................... 320
Airbag system ....................... 320
Anti-lock brake system .......... 320
Brake system ........................ 320
Charging system .... ............... 320
Driver’s seat belt ................... 322
Electric power steering
system ................................ 320
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 320
Engine oil replacement ......... 322
EPS system .......................... 320
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 320
Front passenger’s seat belt... 322
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 320
Low brake fluid ...................... 319
Low engine oil pressure ........ 320
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 322
Low washer fluid ................... 322
Malfunction............................ 320
Open door ............................. 322
Seat belt ................................ 322T
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414 What to do if...nWarning lights
P. 323
or
P. 3 1 9P. 321
P. 3 2 0P. 321
P. 3 2 0P. 322
P. 3 2 0P. 322
P. 322
or
P. 3 2 0P. 322
P. 322
or *: Slip indicator comes on.
P. 3 2 1
P. 3 2 1
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
Slip indicator* Engine oil replacement
reminder light