2017 TOYOTA YARIS Owners Manual

2175-4. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
Auxiliary box
Ty p e AType B
Open the cover.
Ty p e C
WARNING
■ Caution while driving (Type B)
Keep the auxiliary boxes closed. In the event of sudden braking, an acci-
dent may occur due to an occupant being struck by an open auxiliary box or
the items stored inside.

2185-4. Using the storage features
Luggage compartment features
The luggage cover can be removed by the following procedure:
Unhook the cords and return
the luggage cover to horizontal
position.
Lift the luggage cover and pull it
toward you to remove it.
Luggage cover
1
2

2195-4. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
■Deck board height adjustmentUpper position
Lower position
The lower position can be used
when the deck board is placed
on the luggage floor cover.
■
Removing the deck board
Lift up the deck board and pull it
toward you to remove it.
Deck board (if equipped)
1
2
WARNING
■ When operating the deck board
Do not place anything on the deck board when operating the board. Other-
wise, your fingers may be caught or an accident may result causing injuries.

2205-5. Using the other interior features
Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position,
then slide it backward. (if
equipped)
Slide the cover to open.
Sun visors
1
2
3
Vanity mirrors

2215-5. Using the other interior features
5
Interior features
Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than
12 VDC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W).
Open the lid.
■ The power outlets can be used when
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Power outlet
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short cir-
cuit.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.

2225-5. Using the other interior features
An assist grip installed on the ceil-
ing can be used to support your
body while sitting on the seat.
Assist grips
WARNING
■Assist grip
Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from
your seat.
Doing so could damage the assist grip, or could cause you to injure yourself
by falling over.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the assist grip
Do not hang any heavy object or put a heavy load on the assist grip.

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6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 224
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 227
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 230
General maintenance........ 232
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 235
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 236
Hood ................................. 239
Positioning a floor jack ...... 241
Engine compartment ......... 243
Tires .................................. 253
Tire inflation pressure ....... 261
Wheels .............................. 265
Air conditioning filter.......... 268
Wireless remote control battery ............................. 270
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 273
Light bulbs......................... 278

2246-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle. Start
washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the antenna
and extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
● Rear spoiler (if equipped) may not be washable in some automatic car
washes. There may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows and door borders, and high mounted stoplight.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition: