2015 TOYOTA YARIS HYBRID heater

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6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system .............................284
Seat heaters ......................293
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .................295
• Interior light ....................295
• Personal lights ...............296
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ......297
• Glove box ......................298
• Cup holders ...................299
• Bottle holders ................300
• Auxiliary box ..................300
Luggage compartment
features............................301
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ........304
• Sun visors ......................304
• Vanity mirrors ................304
• Portable ashtray ............305
• Cigarette lighter .............305
• Power outlet ..................306
• Armrest ..........................307
• Panoramic roof shade ...307
• Assist grips ....................308
7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior .......... 310
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ........... 314
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ................... 317
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ..................... 320
Hood.................................. 323
Positioning a floor jack ...... 325
Engine compartment ......... 327
12-volt battery ................... 334
Tires .................................. 340
Tire inflation pressure........ 354
Wheels .............................. 356
Air conditioning filter .......... 359
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery ...... 361
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 365
Light bulbs ......................... 370
6Interior features7Maintenance and care

18Pictorial index
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Audio remote control switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 252
Telephone switch*1, 2
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) switch*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 223
Cruise control switch*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 233
“EV MODE” switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 188
“ECO MODE” switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 191
Seat heater switch*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 293
VSC OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 238
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.
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771-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
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■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic ener gy is converted to electric energy and
deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
● The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift lever in D or B.
● The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift lever in D or B.
■ EV indicator
■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
● During gasoline engine warm-up
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
● When the heater is switched on
■ Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the bat-
tery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the
vehicle is left parked for a long time t he hybrid battery (traction battery) will
slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once
every few months for at least 30 minutes or 16 km (10 miles). If the hybrid
battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to start
the hybrid system, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
→ P. 445
The EV indicator comes on when the
vehicle is driven using only the electric
motor (traction motor) or the gasoline
engine is stopped.

2264-5. Toyota Safety Sense
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● When the lane markers are on a curb etc.
● When lane markers are obscured or partially obscured by sand, dirt, etc.
● When there are shadows on the road running parallel with lane markers, or
if a shadow covers the lane markers
● When driving on a particularly bright road surface, such as concrete
● When driving on a road surface that is bright due to reflected light
● When driving in a location where the light level changes rapidly, such as the
entrance to or exit from a tunnel
● When sunlight or the headlights of oncoming vehicles are shining directly
into the camera lens
● When driving on roads that are branching or merging
● When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, previous rainfall,
standing water, etc.
● When the vehicle experiences strong up-and-down motion such as when
driving on an extremely rough road or on a seam in the pavement
● When headlight brightness at nighttime is reduced due to dirt on the lenses,
or when the headlights are misaligned
● When driving on winding roads or roads that are uneven
● When driving on rough or unpaved roads
● When the windshield is dirty, or if raindrops, condensation or ice are adher-
ing to the windshield
● When the heater is blowing to the feet, the upper part of the windshield may
get fogged up and have a negative effect
● When cleaning the inside of the windshield, touching the lens or getting
glass cleaner on the lens may have a negative effect
■ When changing the tires
Depending on the tires used, sufficient performance may not be maintainable.
■ If the LDA indicator comes on in yellow
It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

2454-7. Driving tips
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Driving
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◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appro-
priate for the season.
◆Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage will lead to poor fuel economy. Avoid carry-
ing unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack will also cause
poor fuel economy.
◆Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically
when cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, fre-
quently driving short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly
warm up, which can lead to excess fuel consumption.

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6Interior features
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6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................. 284
Seat heaters ...................... 293
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list................. 295
• Interior light.................... 295
• Personal lights ............... 296
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 297
• Glove box ...................... 298
• Cup holders ................... 299
• Bottle holders ................ 300
• Auxiliary box .................. 300
Luggage compartment
features............................ 301
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ........ 304
• Sun visors...................... 304
• Vanity mirrors ................ 304
• Portable ashtray ............ 305
• Cigarette lighter ............. 305
• Power outlet .................. 306
• Armrest .......................... 307
• Panoramic roof shade ... 307
• Assist grips .................... 308

2936-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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Seat heaters∗
Turns on the front left seat
heater
Turns on the front right seat
heater
The indicator light comes on.
■ The seat heaters can be used when
XVehicles without a smart entry & start system
The power switch is in the “ON” position.
XVehicles with a smart entry & start system
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ When not in use
Turn the seat heater off.
∗: If equipped
Operating instructions
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2946-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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WARNING
■ Burns
● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
● Do not use the seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause
minor burns or overheating.
NOTICE
■ To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters off when the hybrid system is off.