2013 TOYOTA YARIS HYBRID cruise control

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Cruise control can be set when
Vehicles with a hybrid transmission: The shift lever is in D.
Vehicles with a Multidrive: The shift lever is in the D or range 4 or higher
of M has been selected.
Vehicles with a paddle shift switch: Range 4 or higher has been selected
by using the paddle shift.
Vehicle speed is above approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set
speed resumes.
Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be
increased by first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then
pushing the lever down to set the new speed.
Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following
situations.
Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 16 km/h (10 mph)
below the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
VSC is activated (if equipped).
Speed limiter is activated (if equipped).
If the cruise control indicator light flashes (except hybrid vehicle)
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press
the button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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If the cruise control indicator light comes in yellow (hybrid vehicle)
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press
the button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
In heavy traffic
On roads with sharp bends
On winding roads
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
When your vehicle is towing a trailer

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Speed limiter
: If equipped
The desired maximum speed can be set using the cruise control
switch. The speed limiter prevents vehicle speed from exceeding the
set speed.
Display
Indicator
Speed limiter switch
Setting the vehicle speed
Press the speed limiter switch
to activate the speed limiter.
Speed limiter indicator will
come on.
Press the switch again to
deactivate the speed limiter.

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Speed limiter can be set when
The speed limiter can be set at any vehicle speed. However, if the speed lim-
iter is set while the vehicle speed is below 30 km/h (18 mph), the speed lim-
iter will be set to 30 km/h (18 mph).
Exceeding the set speed
In the following situation, the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed and
multi-information display characters will flash:
Automatic speed limiter cancelation
The set speed is automatically canceled when the cruise control is activated.
CAUTION
To avoid operating the speed limiter by mistake
Switch the speed limiter off using the speed limiter switch when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for the speed limiter
Do not use the speed limiter in either of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause a serious or fatal acci-
dent.
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice and snow
On steep hills
When your vehicle is towing a trailer
When fully depressing the accelerator
pedal
When driving down a hill way

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CAUTION
Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Trailer towing precautions
When towing, make sure that none of the weight limits are exceeded.
(P. 342)
Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long downhill grades.
Operation of the brake pedal
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods of time.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
To avoid accident or injury
Do not use cruise control when you are towing.
Vehicles with a compact spare tire: Do not tow the vehicle with the com-
pact spare tire installed.

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When trouble arises
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ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.
Slip indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRC system; or
• Hill-start assist control.
(yellow
indicator)Brake system warning light (hybrid vehicle)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system.
(Flashes or
yellow
indicator)Cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
• Except hybrid vehicle: The light flashes to indicate a mal-
function.
• Hybrid vehicle: The light comes in yellow to indicate a mal-
function.
(Flashes)Stop & Start cancel indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system.
Fuel filter warning light (diesel engine only)
Indicate that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel
filter has reached the specified level. (P. 483)
(Flashes in
yellow for 15
seconds.)Smart entry & start system indicator light (If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry & start system.
Low traction battery indicator light (hybrid vehicle)
Indicates that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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CAUTION
When using the compact spare tire
Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed
for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another
vehicle.
Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
When storing the compact spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the compact
spare tire and the body of the vehicle.
When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems
may not operate correctly:
ABS
Brake assist
VSC (if equipped)
TRC (if equipped)
Cruise control (if equipped)
Navigation system (if equipped)
Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact spare
tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious
injury.

686 Alphabetical index
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Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 289
Care
Exterior.................................. 444
Interior ................................... 449
Seat belts .............................. 450
CD player .................................. 383
Chains ....................................... 336
Child-protectors ....................... 117
Child restraint system
Baby seats, definition ............ 182
Baby seats, installation ......... 191
Child seats, definition ............ 182
Child seats, installation ......... 191
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors ....................... 195
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 192
Installing CRS with top
straps .................................. 196
Junior seats, definition .......... 182
Junior seats, installation........ 191
Child safety
Airbag precautions ................ 173
Battery precautions ....... 481, 626
Child-protectors..................... 117
Child restraint system ........... 182
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 136
Installing child restraints........ 191
Power window lock switch .... 147
Power window precautions ... 150
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 505
Seat belt precautions ............ 137
Seat heater
precautions ......................... 433
12-volt battery
precautions ................. 488, 631Cigarette lighter ....................... 429
Cleaning
Exterior ................................. 444
Interior................................... 449
Seat belts .............................. 450
Clock ......................................... 426
Condenser ................................ 478
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 632
Hybrid system overheating ... 636
Cruise control
Cruise control........................ 309
Indicator ................................ 309
Cup holders.............................. 420
Curtain shield airbags ............. 167
Customizable features ............ 679
Daytime running light
system .................................... 295
Deck board ............................... 439
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 372
Side mirror ............................ 372
Dimension ................................ 650
Display
Trip information ..................... 284
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 455
Doors
Back door.............................. 119
Door glasses ......................... 147
Door lock................. 69, 105, 114
Double locking system .......... 163
Side doors............................. 114
Side mirrors .......................... 144
Double locking system ........... 163
DPF
Diesel Particulate Filter
system ................................ 332
Warning light ......................... 566
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light......................................... 566
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