2012 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK door lock

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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Before driving
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control∗
∗: If equipped
The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi-
cle.
Ty p e A
Locks all the doors
Sounds the alarm
(press and hold)
Unlocks all the doors
Pressing the button unlocks
the driver’s door. Pressing the
button again within 3 seconds
unlocks the other doors.
Ty p e BLocks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors
Pressing the button unlocks
the driver’s door. Pressing the
button again within 3 seconds
unlocks the other doors.
Sounds the alarm
(press and hold)

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■Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/
unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
■Panic mode
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Alarm (if equipped)
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
(→ P. 74)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
●When the wireless key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
● When other wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window When is pressed for longer than
about 1 second, an alarm will sound inter-
mittently and the vehicle lights will flash to
deter any person from trying to break into
or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on
the wireless remote control.

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Before driving
■
Key battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( →P. 270)
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 368)
■Certification for wireless remote control
U.S.A.
FCC ID: HYQ12BBY
FCC ID: HYQ23AAA
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Side doors
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the key, wireless
remote control or door lock switch.
■Wireless remote control (if equipped)
→P. 3 1
■ Key
Turning the key operates the doors as follows:
Driver’s door Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors
Turning the key unlocks the
driver’s door. Turning the key
again unlocks the other doors.
Front passenger’s door
Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors

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Before driving
Locking the front doors from the outside without a key
Move the inside door lock button to the lock position.
Close the door.
The door cannot be locked if either of the front doors is open and the
key is in the engine switch.
■ Door lock switch
Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors
■ Inside door lock buttons
Locks the door
Unlocks the door
The front doors can be opened
by pulling the inside handle
even if the lock buttons are in
the lock position.

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Rear door child-protector lock (5-door models only)The door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock
is set.Unlock
Lock
These locks can be set to prevent
children from opening the rear
doors. Push down on each rear
door switch to lock both rear
doors.
■Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 368)

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Before driving
CAUTION
■
To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out,
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Always use a seat belt.
● Always lock all the doors.
● Ensure that all the doors are properly closed.
● Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehi-
cle and it may result in serious injury or death.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.
● Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seated in the rear
seats.