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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 31
Side doors ............................ 34
Back door ............................. 38
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 43
Rear seats ............................ 47
Head restraints ..................... 51
Seat belts ............................. 54
Steering wheel ..................... 62
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 63
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 64
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows .................... 67
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 69
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ................................ 72
Alarm (Puerto Rico).............. 74
Theft prevention labels (except Canada) ................ 77 1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ......... 78
SRS airbags ......................... 80
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 93
Child restraint systems ......... 98
Installing child restraints ..... 102
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 112
Engine (ignition) switch....... 124
Automatic transmission ...... 127
Manual transmission........... 129
Turn signal lever ................. 130
Parking brake ..................... 131
Horn .................................... 132
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 133
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 136
Multi-information display ..... 140
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................. 145
Fog light switch ................... 148
Windshield wiper and washer .............................. 150
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 153
1Before driving
2When driving
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1-1. Key informationKeys ................................... 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ..... 31
Side doors .......................... 34
Back door ........................... 38
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ......................... 43
Rear seats.......................... 47
Head restraints................... 51
Seat belts ........................... 54
Steering wheel ................... 62
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ............................... 63
Outside rear view mirrors ... 64
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows .................. 67
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ................................... 69 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ............................. 72
Alarm (Puerto Rico) ........... 74
Theft prevention labels (except Canada) .............. 77
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture....... 78
SRS airbags ....................... 80
Front passenger occupant classification system ........ 93
Child restraint systems....... 98
Installing child restraints... 102
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Before driving
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
Closing the fuel tank capAfter refueling, turn the fuel tank
cap until you hear a click. Once
the cap is released, it will turn
slightly in the opposite direction.
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
■Before refueling the vehicle
Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and win-
dows are closed.
■ Opening the fuel tank cap
Pull up the opener to open the
fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.
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![TOYOTA YARIS 2012 3.G Owners Manual 70 1-5. Refueling
■Fuel types
Unleaded gasoline. (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or
higher)
■ Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 11.1 gal. (42 L, 9.2 Imp.gal.)
CAUTION
■When refuelin TOYOTA YARIS 2012 3.G Owners Manual 70 1-5. Refueling
■Fuel types
Unleaded gasoline. (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or
higher)
■ Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 11.1 gal. (42 L, 9.2 Imp.gal.)
CAUTION
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70 1-5. Refueling
■Fuel types
Unleaded gasoline. (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or
higher)
■ Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 11.1 gal. (42 L, 9.2 Imp.gal.)
CAUTION
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
● Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap.
In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause
injury.
● Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.
● Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
● Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
● Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.
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1-5. Refueling
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Before driving
CAUTION
■
When refueling
Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck. If fuel is added with
the nozzle slightly lifted away from the fuel filler neck, the automatic shut off
function may not operate, resulting in fuel overflowing from the tank.
■ When replacing the fuel cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control
system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the
vehicle’s painted surface.
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When driving
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage
Capacity and distributionCargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The co mbined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the av ailable amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 750 (5 150)
= 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Take notice of the following information about storage precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load:
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever
possible.
● Be sure all items are secured in place.
● To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage
evenly within the luggage compartment.
● For better fuel economy, do no t carry unnecessary weight.
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4-2. Maintenance
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system moni-
tors the operation of th e emission control system.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere
in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/
M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer
to service the vehicle.
■ Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situa-
tions:
●When the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are se t during ordinary driving are
erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes
may not be completely set.
● When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a tempo-
rary malfunction and your vehi cle may not pass the I/M test.
■ When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after
several driving trips
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the
vehicle is driven 40 or more times.
■ If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least
once a month.
Do not forget to check the spare.
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect ti
re inflation pressure ma y result in the following:
●Reduced fuel efficiency
●Reduced driving comfort and tire life
●Reduced safety
●Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
■Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
●Check only when the tires are cold.
If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has not been
driven for more than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an accurate cold
tire inflation pressure reading.
●Always use a tire pressure gauge.
The appearance of the tire can be mi sleading. In addition, tire infla-
tion pressures that is even just a few pounds off can affect ride quality
and handling.
●Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for tire
inflation pressure to be higher after driving.
●Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.
Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle
is balanced.