2017 TOYOTA YARIS GRMN battery

1693-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Operation of each component
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■Mirror angle can be adjusted when
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■ When the mirrors are fogged up
The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn
on the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers. ( P. 222)
■ Using automatic mode in cold weather
When automatic mode is used in cold weather, the door mirror could freeze
up and automatic stowing and return may not be possible. In this event,
remove any ice and snow from the door mirror, then either operate the mirror
using manual mode or move the mirror by hand.
■ When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The automatic folding/extending mirror function will return to on as default. To
turn the function off, press the switch again to select off.

1894-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
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■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not
running) for more than an hour, the engine switch will automatically turn off.
However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave
the vehicle with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for
long periods of time when the engine is not running.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 11 4
■ Conditions affecting operation
 P. 128
■ Notes for the entry function
 P. 129
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 78)
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
■ Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.
In this case, refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning.
■ If the electronic key battery is depleted
 P. 289
“Steering lock active.” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
Press the engine switch while turning the
steering wheel left and right.

1914-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
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NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
● Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
for long periods of time without the engine running.
● If “Power on” is displayed on the multi-information display, the engine
switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always check that the engine
switch is off.
■ When starting the engine
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■ Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction.
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer immediately.

2004-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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■ Light reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door is
opened while the lights are turned on.
■ Battery-saving function
In all conditions following below, the headlights and the other remaining lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle bat-
tery from being discharged:
● The headlights and/or tail lights are on.
● The light switch is in or .
● The engine switch is turned off.
This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:
● When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
● When the light switch is operated.
● When the door is opened or closed.
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 380)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.

2164-6. Driving tips
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Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/intercooler coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand.
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.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle

2265-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can
become very hot and burn you.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning syst em on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

2285-2. Using the interior lights
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Off
Door position
On
On
Off
■ Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to engine switch mode, the
presence of the electronic key, whet her the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
■ To prevent battery from being discharged
If the following lights remain on when the door is not fully closed, the lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes:
● Interior/personal lights (when the switch is in the door position)
● Luggage compartment light
● Engine switch light
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 380)
Interior light
Personal lights

2375-4. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
■Vanity lights
■ Vanity lights can be used when
The engine switch is ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights off
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the engine is
not running.