2011 TOYOTA YARIS Owners Manual

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Air conditioning filter
: If equipped
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Pinch the latches.
Remove the filter cover.

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■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas wit h heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
Pull out the filter.
Rotate the filter to remove it.
■ Installing method
Set a new filter.
The“  UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.
Rotate the filter.
Push in the filter.

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NOTICE
■
When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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Key batter y
Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.
■You will need the following items:
●Flathead screwdriver (To prevent damage to the key, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with plastic tape.)
● Lithium battery CR2016
■ Replacing the battery
Remove the cover.
Remove the module.
Remove the battery cover and
the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.

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■
If the key battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
●The wireless remote control will not function properly.
● The operational range is reduced.
■ Use a CR2016 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, jewelers, or camera
stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by your
Toyota dealer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children. These parts are small and if swallowed by a child,
they can cause choking. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch off.
The fuses are located in the following places. To check the
fuses, follow the in structions below.
■ Engine compartment
Ty p e A
1.Push the tab in and lift thecover off.
2.Remove the cover.

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Ty p e B
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
■ Under the instrument panel
Ty p e A
1.Open the auxiliary box.
2.Pull up the box and disen-gage the claws. Remove the
stoppers from the cutouts
and remove the box.

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Ty p e BRemove the lid.
After a system failure, s ee “Fuse layout and amperage
ratings” ( P. 290) for details about which fuse to check.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.