2013 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK oil level

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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4-2. MaintenanceMaintenance requirements .................... 228
General maintenance ......... 230
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 234
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 235
Hood................................... 238
Positioning a floor jack ....... 240
Engine compartment .......... 243
Tires ................................... 254
Tire inflation pressure......... 262
Wheels ............................... 266
Air conditioning filter ........... 269
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 271
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 275
Light bulbs .......................... 287
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ........... 296
If your vehicle needs to be towed .......................... 297
If you think something is wrong ............................... 303
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 304 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 305
If you have a flat tire ........... 315
If the engine will not start .... 327
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles
with an automatic
transmission) .................... 328
If you lose your keys ........... 329
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 330
If your vehicle overheats..... 334
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 337
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency................... 339
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 342
Fuel information .................. 353
Tire information................... 356
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 368
Items to initialize ................. 370
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

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2-5. Driving information
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand and that their wear
level is not noticeably different with each other. Also make sure that
chains match the size of the tires.
■ Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Check the battery fluid and
connections. (
→P. 250)
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
→P. 249)
Engine coolant Is the engine coolant at the
correct level? (
→P. 247)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(→ P. 244)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects.
(→ P. 248)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(→ P. 253)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition (→P. 250)
•Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
• Distilled water
Brake fluid level ( →P. 249)
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant level ( →P. 247)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene
glycol-based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology.
Except Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water.
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 55% coolant
and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant)
Engine oil level (→P. 244)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)

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Engine compar tment
Fuse boxes (→P. 275)
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 245)
Battery ( →P. 250)
Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 249)
Radiator ( →P. 248)Condenser ( →P. 248)
Electric cooling fan
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 247)
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 244)
Washer fluid tank ( →P. 253)

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Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully. Low
Full
Measuring side

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Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection →P. 346
Oil quantity
(Low → Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp.qt.)
Item
Clean funnel
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example dire ctly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing,
or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
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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 your Toyota dealer, 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.