2012 TOYOTA YARIS HYBRID service

477 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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*: To determine whether or not your vehicle has a DPF system, contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
Engine oil (vehicles with a DPF system
*)
Using an engine oil other than ACEA C2 may damage the catalytic con-
verter.

504 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
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.
Remove the air conditioning
filter and replace it with a new
one.
The“UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.

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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional before towing.
Except hybrid vehicle
The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Hybrid vehicle
The hybrid system is operating but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, such as a commercial towing service,
using a lift-type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.

664 6-1. Specifications
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Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold
startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: The oil quality
designation by API (American
Petroleum Institute) (SN)
Center portion: The SAE viscosity
grade (SAE 0W-20)
Lower portion: “Resource-
Conserving” means that the oil
has fuel saving and
environmental protection
capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The ILSAC (International
Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee) Certification
Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.

694 Alphabetical index
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Radiator .................................... 481
Radio ......................................... 381
RDS (Radio Data System) ....... 382
Rear fog light
Replacing light bulbs ............. 535
Switch ................................... 302
Wattage................................. 677
Rear seat
Adjustment ............................ 127
Folding down......................... 127
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 535
Wattage................................. 677
Rear view monitor system*
Rear window defogger ............ 374
Rear window wiper .................. 309
Replacing
Electronic key battery............ 505
Fuses .................................... 510
Key battery ............................ 505
Light bulbs............................. 535
Tires ...................................... 582
Wireless remote control
battery................................. 505Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt .......... 133
Child restraint system
installation .......................... 190
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 452
Emergency Locking
Retractor (ELR) .................. 136
How to wear your seat belt ... 133
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 136
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use............ 137
Reminder light....................... 570
Seat belt pretensioners ......... 136
Seat heaters ............................. 434
Seats
Adjustment .................... 124, 127
Adjustment precautions ........ 126
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 190
Cleaning................................ 451
Head restraint ....................... 131
Properly sitting in the seat .... 164
Rear seat adjustment............ 127
Rear seat adjustment
precaution........................... 129
Seat heaters ......................... 434
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 278RS