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554 5-1. Essential information
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52D27EFrom the rear
Vehicles with a hybrid transmis-
sion or a Multidrive: Use a towing
dolly under the front wheels.
Vehicles with a multi-mode man-
ual transmission or a manual
transmission: We recommend
using a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
Vehicles without a smart entry &
start system: When not using a
towing dolly, turn the engine
switch to the “ON” position (vehi-
cles with a multi-mode manual
transmission) or the “ACC” posi-
tion (vehicles with a manual
transmission) and shift the shift
lever to N.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start
system: When not using a towing
dolly, turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode (vehicles with a multi-mode
manual transmission) or ACCES-
SORY mode (vehicles with a
manual transmission) and shift
the shift lever to N.
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NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission when towing
using a wheel-lift type truck (vehicles with a hybrid transmission or a
Multidrive)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
To prevent causing serious damage to the Stop & Start system when
towing (vehicles with a Stop & Start system)
Never tow this vehicle with four wheels on the ground. Use a flatbed truck, or
lift up front or rear of the vehicle by using a wheel-lift type truck.
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck (vehicles with a hybrid transmission or a Multidrive)
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck (vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission or a manual
transmission)
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from
the rear when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is
removed. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the
front wheels straight.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off. The steering lock
mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission in emergency
towing
Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may
cause serious damage to the transmission.
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563 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
YARIS_F (including HV)_WE_52D27EThe following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and take the specified steps to correct the sus-
pected problem.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and take the specified
steps to correct the suspected problem.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(Comes on)
(if equipped)Multi-mode manual trans-
mission warning light
Indicates a malfunction in
the multi-mode manual
transmission system. Have the system checked
by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Multi-mode manual trans-
mission warning light
(warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in
the multi-mode manual
transmission system and
that the clutch has become
hot due to excessive load. Pull over and shift the shift
lever to N. Wait for about 15
minutes for the clutch to
cool down. Have the system
checked by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(Flashes)
(if equipped)Heat clutch warning light
(warning buzzer)
Indicates that the clutch
has become hot, but does
not indicate a malfunction
in the multi-mode manual
transmission system.Pull over and shift the shift
lever to N. Wait for about 15
minutes for the clutch to
cool down.
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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immedi-
ately.
To prevent the clutch from overheating
Do not use the accelerator pedal or starting assist system to hold the
vehicle on a hill.
On an uphill incline, observe the following whenever possible:
• Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead and avoid unneces-
sary starting off and stopping.
• Avoid using E mode on an uphill slope. This will help to avoid unneces-
sary gear changes.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system (hybrid vehicle);
• The hybrid transmission control system (if equipped);
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic Multidrive control system (if equipped);
• The electronic multi-mode manual transmission control
system (if equipped);
• The emission control system; or
• The DPF catalytic converter (if equipped).
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
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571 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Follow the correction procedures. (vehicles with a smart entry &
start system or push-button start system)
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light goes off.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning
lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection
procedure
Continuous Continuous
(Flashes
in
yellow)Smart entry & start system
indicator light (vehicles
with a hybrid transmission
or a Multidrive)
Except hybrid vehicle
The electronic key was car-
ried outside the vehicle and
the driver’s door was
opened and closed while
any shift position other than
P was selected without turn-
ing off the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
Hybrid vehicle
The electronic key was car-
ried outside the vehicle and
the driver’s door was
opened and closed while
any shift position other than
P was selected without turn-
ing off the “POWER” switch.• Change the
shift position to
P.
• Bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.
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Once 3 times
(Flashes
in
yellow)Smart entry & start system
indicator light
Except hybrid vehicle
Vehicles with a Multidrive:
The electronic key was car-
ried outside the vehicle and
the driver’s door was
opened and closed while
the shift position P was
selected without turning off
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch.
Vehicles with a multi-mode
manual transmission or a
manual transmission:
The electronic key was car-
ried outside the vehicle and
a door other than the
driver’s door was opened
and closed while the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch was in a mode other
than off.
Hybrid vehicle
The electronic key was car-
ried outside the vehicle and
the driver’s door was
opened and closed while
the shift position P was
selected without turning off
the “POWER” switch.Except hybrid
vehicle
Turn the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch off or
bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.
Hybrid vehicle
Turn the
“POWER”
switch off or
bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning
lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection
procedure
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with a spare tire)
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire provided.
Before jacking up the vehicle
Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles with a hybrid transmission or a Multidrive: Shift the
shift lever to P.
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission: Shift the
shift lever to M, E or R.
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to R.
Stop the engine (except hybrid vehicle) or hybrid system
(hybrid vehicle).
Turn on the emergency flashers.
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack
Tool bag Spare tire
Luggage floor cover
Jack handle
Wheel nut
wrench
Towing eyelet
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit)
A puncture caused by a nail or screw passing through the tire tread
can be repaired temporarily using the emergency tire puncture repair
kit. (The kit contains a bottle of sealant. The sealant can be used only
once to temporarily repair one tire without removing the nail or
screw from the tire.) Depending on the damage, this kit cannot be
used to repair the tire. (P. 594)
After temporarily repairing the tire with the kit, have the tire repaired
or replaced by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional. Repairs conducted using
the emergency tire puncture repair kit are only a temporary measure.
Have the tire repaired and replaced as soon as possible.
Before repairing the tire
Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles with a hybrid transmission or a Multidrive: Shift the
shift lever to P.
Vehicles with a multi-mode manual transmission and manual
transmission: Shift the shift lever to N.
Stop the engine (except hybrid vehicle) or hybrid system
(hybrid vehicle).
Turn on the emergency flashers.