2011 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN wiper fluid

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
n
The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch must be in the ON position.
n If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
nWhen the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
n When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
n When a nozzle becomes block
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
n Pre-winter preparations
lUse fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
l Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
l Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
nBefore driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
lDo not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
l To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
l Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
l Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

392 Alphabetical index
Trunk lightWattage ................................. 348
Turn signal lights Indicator ................................ 119
Lever ..................................... 119
Replacing light bulbs ............. 278
Switch.................................... 119
Wattage ................................. 348
Vanity mirrors........................... 211
Vehicle identification number ................................... 339
Vehicle stability control........... 141
VSC............................................ 141
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 301
Seat belt reminder ................. 304
Warning lights ABS ....................................... 302
Airbag system ....................... 302
Anti-lock brake system .......... 302
Brake system ........................ 301
Charging system .... ............... 302
Driver’s seat belt ................... 304
Electric power steering system ................................ 302
Electronic engine control system ................................ 302
Engine oil replacement.......... 304
EPS system........................... 302
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 302
Front passenger’s seat belt ... 304
High engine coolant temperature ........................ 302
Low brake fluid ...................... 301
Low engine oil pressure ........ 302
Low fuel level ........................ 304
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 304
Low washer fluid ................... 304
Malfunction ............................ 302 Open door ............................. 304
Seat belt ................................ 304
Seat belt pretensioner
system ................................ 302
SRS....................................... 302
SRS airbag system ............... 302
Tire pressure ......................... 304
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 304
VSC/TRAC ............................ 141
Washer
Checking ............................... 248
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 150
Switch ................................... 135
Warning light ......................... 304
Washing and waxing ............... 220
Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 146
Load limits ............................. 149
Weight ................................... 338
Wheels ...................................... 260
Window glasses ............. 57, 174, 220, 222
Window lock switch................... 58
Windows Cleaning and protecting .................... 220, 222
Power windows ....................... 57
Rear window defogger .......... 174
Washer.................................. 135
Windshield wipers ................... 135
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the key battery ..... 265
Wireless remote control .......... 26
WMA disc.................................. 191
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