2012 TOYOTA YARIS HYBRID Owners Manual

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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system (hybrid vehicle) and
adjusting 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 specifi-
cationsDetailed vehicle information.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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1-1. Hybrid system
(hybrid vehicle)
Hybrid system features ......... 48
Hybrid system precautions ... 52
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ........... 57
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 62
1-2. Key information
Keys ...................................... 64
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart entry & start system ... 69
Push-button start system ...... 94
Wireless remote control ...... 105
Side doors........................... 114
Back door............................ 119
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats .......................... 124
Rear seats .......................... 127
Head restraints ................... 131
Seat belts ............................ 133
Steering wheel .................... 140
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror ........................ 141
Outside rear view mirrors.... 1441-5. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows .................. 147
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 151
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer/
immobilizer system .......... 155
Double locking system ....... 162
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 164
SRS airbags ....................... 166
Airbag manual on-off
system.............................. 177
Child restraint systems ....... 181
Installing child restraints ..... 190
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 204
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles without a smart
entry & start system])........ 224
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid vehicle
[vehicles with a smart
entry & start system])........ 228
Engine (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
without an electronic
key]) .................................. 238
Power (ignition) switch
(hybrid vehicle [vehicles
with an electronic key]) ..... 243
EV drive mode
(hybrid vehicle) ................. 250
Hybrid transmission ............ 252
Multidrive ............................ 255
Multi-mode manual
transmission ..................... 260
Manual transmission ........... 265
Turn signal lever ................. 269
Parking brake...................... 271
Horn .................................... 2722-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters............ 273
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 278
Multi-information display .... 286
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ................. 293
Fog light switch .................. 302
Windshield wiper and
washer ............................. 304
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................. 309
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 311
Speed limiter ...................... 315
Stop & Start system ........... 318
Driving assist systems........ 326
Hill-start assist control
(hybrid vehicle)................. 332
Diesel particulate filter
system.............................. 334
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 336
Winter driving tips............... 338
Trailer towing
(hybrid vehicle)................. 342
Trailer towing (except
hybrid vehicle [except for
South Africa]) ................... 343
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system .............................. 356
Automatic air conditioning
system .............................. 363
Power heater ...................... 372
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers.......................... 374
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types............. 376
Using the radio.................... 381
Using the CD player............ 385
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs........................ 390
Operating an iPod ............... 396
Operating a USB
memory............................. 404
Optimal use of the audio
system .............................. 411
Using the AUX port ............. 413
Using the steering wheel
audio switches .................. 4143-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 417
• Personal lights ................. 418
• Interior light ...................... 418
3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 420
• Glove box ......................... 421
• Cup holders...................... 422
• Bottle holders ................... 423
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 425
Vanity mirrors ..................... 426
Clock .................................. 428
Outside temperature
display .............................. 429
Portable ashtray ................. 430
Cigarette lighter .................. 431
Power outlet ....................... 432
Seat heaters ....................... 434
Armrest............................... 436
Panoramic roof shade ........ 437
Assist grips ......................... 438
Floor mat ............................ 439
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 441
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 446
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 451
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 454
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 457
Hood ................................... 462
Positioning a floor jack ........ 464
Engine compartment........... 467
12-volt battery
(hybrid vehicle) ................. 487
Tires .................................... 494
Tire inflation pressure ......... 498
Wheels ................................ 500
Air conditioning filter ........... 502
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery........ 505
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 510
Light bulbs .......................... 5355-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 552
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 553
If you think something
is wrong............................ 563
Fuel pump shut off system
(except hybrid vehicle
[gasoline engine only]) ..... 564
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 565
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a
spare tire) ......................... 582
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ........... 594
If the engine will not start
(except hybrid vehicle) ..... 611
If the hybrid system will not
start (hybrid vehicle)......... 614
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P (vehicles
with a hybrid transmission
or a Multidrive) ................. 616
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted (vehicles with a
multi-mode manual
transmission).................... 617
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If you lose your keys ........... 618
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 619
If the vehicle battery is
discharged (except hybrid
vehicle) ............................. 624
If the vehicle’s 12-volt
battery is discharged
(hybrid vehicle) ................. 631
If your vehicle overheats
(except hybrid vehicle)...... 635
If your vehicle overheats
(hybrid vehicle) ................. 639
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls
(diesel engine only) .......... 644
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 647
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ........................ 650
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)............ 654
Fuel information .................. 679
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ........ 682Abbreviation list........................ 686
Alphabetical index .................... 687
What to do if... ............................ 698
6Vehicle specifications
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Headlights (low and high beam) P. 293
Pictorial indexExterior
Front fog lights P. 302
Hood P. 462
Windshield wiper P. 304
Outside rear view mirrors P. 144
Front position lights P. 293
Front turn signal lights P. 269
3-door models (except hybrid vehicle)
Panoramic roof shade
 P. 437
Side turn signal lights P. 269