2013 TOYOTA YARIS HYBRID steering

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Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur,
refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine
(except hybrid vehicle) or hybrid system (hybrid vehicle) off. The EPS sys-
tem should return to normal within 10 minutes.
If the slip indicator comes on
It may indicate a malfunction in the driving assist systems. Contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
CAUTION
The ABS does not operate effectively when
The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the fol-
lowing situations:
When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
When driving with tire chains
When driving over bumps in the road
When driving over roads with potholes or roads with uneven surfaces
TRC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when
Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill-start assist control
may not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.

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CAUTION
Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure
someone during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
Vehicles with a rear seat: When you fold down the rear seats, long items
should not be place directly behind the front seats.
Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed
for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-
erly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or seri-
ous bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an
accident.
Load and distribution
Do not overload your vehicle.
Do not apply loads unevenly.
Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control
which may cause death or serious injury.

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CAUTION
Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
Use tires of the specified size.
Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
Do not drive at speeds in excess of the speed limit or the speed limit spec-
ified for the snow tires being used.
Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
Do not use tires of noticeably different wear level.
Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 50 km/h (30 mph), whichever is lower.
Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden to engine braking.
Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.

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Guidance
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
Checking connections between trailer and lights
Stop the vehicle and check the operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after driving for a brief period as well
as before starting off.
Practicing driving with a coupled trailer
Get the feel for turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area with no or light traffic.
When reversing with a coupled trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to turn it right. Always rotate a lit-
tle at a time to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you
when reversing to lessen the risk of an accident.
NOTICE
When the rear bumper strengthening material is aluminum
Ensure the steel bracket part does not come directly in contact with that
area.
When steel and aluminum come into contact, there is a reaction similar to
corrosion, which will weaken the section concerned and may result in dam-
age. Apply a rust inhibitor to parts that will come in contact when attaching a
steel bracket.

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When driving
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52D27EIncreasing vehicle-to-vehicle distance
At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the vehicle may spin out of control.
This is especially true when driving on wet or slippery road sur-
faces.
Sudden acceleration/steering input/cornering
Executing sharp turns when towing may result in the trailer collid-
ing with your vehicle. Decelerate well in advance when approach-
ing turns and take them slowly and carefully to avoid sudden
braking.
Important points regarding turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would normally do.
Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while brak-
ing.
Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system ............................ 354
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................ 361
Power heater .................... 370
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 372
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types .......... 374
Using the radio ................. 379
Using the CD player ......... 383
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs...................... 388
Operating an iPod............. 394
Operating a USB
memory........................... 402
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................ 409
Using the AUX port ........... 411
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................ 412
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list................ 415
• Personal lights ................ 416
• Interior light ..................... 4163-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 418
• Glove box ....................... 419
• Cup holders .................... 420
• Bottle holders.................. 422
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors ......................... 423
Vanity mirrors.................... 424
Clock ................................. 426
Outside temperature
display ............................ 427
Portable ashtray................ 428
Cigarette lighter ................ 429
Power outlet ...................... 430
Seat heaters ..................... 432
Armrest ............................. 434
Panoramic roof shade....... 435
Assist grips ....................... 436
Floor mat........................... 437
Luggage compartment
features........................... 439

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Interior features
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Vehicles without a “touch screen”
CD player and AM/FM radio
The illustration below is for left-hand drive vehicles. Some button
positions are reversed for right-hand drive vehicles.
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Using the radioP. 379
Using the CD playerP. 383
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 388
Operating an iPodP. 394
Operating a USB memoryP. 402
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 409
Using the AUX portP. 4 1 1
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 412

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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the power
Press when the audio system is turned off.
Changing the audio source
Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time is pressed. If a mode cannot be
used, it will be skipped.
AMFMCD modeiPod or USB memory mode
*AUX*
*
: If equipped
: If equipped
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Operation may differ depending on the type of audio system or navi-
gation system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the
audio system or navigation system.
Vo l u m e
Radio mode: Select radio
stations
CD mode: Select tracks and
files (MP3 and WMA)
iPod mode: Selects a song
USB memory mode:
Selects a file and folder
Power on, select audio
source