Page 571 of 704

5
571 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
Low engine oil level warn-
ing light (diesel engine
only)
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
Hybrid system overheat
warning light and warning
buzzer (hybrid vehicle)
Indicates that the hybrid
system has overheated.
This light may come on
when driving under severe
operating conditions. (For
example, when driving up
a long steep hill.)Stop and check. (P. 639)
P position request indica-
tor light (hybrid vehicle)
An attempt was made to
start the hybrid systemShift the shift lever to P.
P position request indica-
tor light and warning
buzzer (hybrid vehicle)
• Indicates that the driver’s
door was opened with the
shift lever in N, D or B.
• Indicates that the hybrid
battery (traction battery)
power has dropped
because a long period of
time has elapsed after
shifting the shift lever to N.• Shift the shift lever to P.
• Shift the shift lever to P and
restart the hybrid system
when starting the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Page 578 of 704
578 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
Once(Flashes
in yellow
for 15
sec-
onds.)Smart entry & start system
indicator light
Indicates that the electronic
key is not present when
attempting to start the
engine.Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.
9 times
(Flashes
in
yellow)Smart entry & start system
indicator light
An attempt was made to
drive when the regular key
was not inside the vehicle.Confirm that the
electronic key is
inside the vehi-
cle.
Once(Flashes
in yel-
low for
15 sec-
onds.)Smart entry & start system
indicator light
Indicates that the electronic
key battery is low.Replace the
battery.
(P. 505)
Once(Flashes
quickly
in green
for 15
sec-
onds.)Smart entry & start system
indicator light
Indicates that the steering
lock has not been released.Release the
steering lock.
(P. 234)
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning
lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection
procedure
Page 580 of 704

580 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
Passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage is placed on a passenger seat, the passenger detection sensor
may cause the warning light to flash even if a passenger is not sitting in
the seat.
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
Except hybrid vehicle: When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the
voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light
may come on and the warning buzzer may sound.
Hybrid vehicle: When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the
voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light
may come on and the warning buzzer may sound.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
For some models, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank
becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle
immediately. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional as soon as possible.
If the engine oil change reminder light flashes (diesel engine with a
DPF system)
Repeated short trips and/or low-speed driving may cause the oil to degrade
sooner than usual, regardless of the actual distance driven. If this happens,
the engine oil change reminder light will flash.
Engine oil change reminder light comes on (diesel engine only)
Vehicles without a DPF system:
Replace the engine oil and oil filter when the engine oil change reminder
light does not come on even if you have driven over 40000 km (25000 miles)
after the engine oil was changed.
There is a possibility that the engine oil change reminder light has been illu-
minated when you have driven less than 40000 km (25000 miles) based on
a usage or driving condition.
Page 611 of 704

5
611
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
If the engine will not start (except hybrid vehicle)
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed (P. 224, 228), consider each of the following
points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor
operates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Gasoline engine: Refuel the vehicle.
Diesel engine: (P. 644)
The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce-
dures. (P. 224, 228)
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 155)
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The battery may be discharged. (P. 624)
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The starter motor does not turn over. (vehicles with a smart
entry & start system)
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(P. 612)
Page 612 of 704

612 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart entry & start system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally:
Vehicles with a Multidrive
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about
15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 624)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with a smart entry & start system).
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
Page 614 of 704

614
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
If the hybrid system will not start (hybrid vehicle)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the
situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate proce-
dure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct
starting procedure is being followed. (P. 238, 243)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
Vehicles with an electronic key: The electronic key may not be
functioning properly. (P. 619)
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. (P. 151)
There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
(P. 155)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. (P. 615)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 631)
The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.
Page 615 of 704

5
615 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
Emergency start function (vehicles with an electronic key)
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally:
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The Interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 631)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired,
or if repair procedures are unknown.
Page 619 of 704
5
619
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52C79E
If the electronic key does not operate properly
Unlocking and locking the doors
Use the mechanical key (P. 66)
in order to perform the following
operations:
Unlocks all the doors
Locks all the doors
Starting the hybrid system (hybrid vehicle)
Vehicles with a hybrid transmission
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and firmly depress the brake
pedal.
: If equipped
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (P. 78) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart entry & start system and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be
opened and the engine (except hybrid vehicle) or hybrid system
(hybrid vehicle) can be started by following the procedure below.