2018 TOYOTA YARIS iA warning

4685-4. Appearance Care
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Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents
used for dust control may collect on the underbody. If not removed,
they will speed up rusti ng and deterioration of such underbody parts
as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, a nd exhaust system, even though these
parts may be coated with anti-corrosive material.
Thoroughly flush the underbody and wheel housings with lukewarm or
cold water at the end of each winter. Try also to do this every month.
Pay special attention to these areas because they easily hide mud
and dirt. It will do more harm than good to wet down the road grime
without removing it.
The lower edges of doors, rocker panels, and frame members have
drain holes that should not be clogged. Water tr apped there will cause
rusting.
A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels. Special
care is needed to protect this coating.
Underbody Maintenance
WARNING
■ Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly, releasing the
accelerator pedal and lightly applyi ng the brakes several times until
the brake performance returns to normal
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident.
Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected.
Aluminum Wheel Main tenance (if equipped)

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5-4. Appearance Care
Interior Care
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from
contacting the dashboard. They will damage and discolor the dash-
board. If these solutions get on t he dashboard, wipe them off immedi-
ately.
■Instrument panel top • When cleaning, it is recommende d that you use a clean towel
dampened in a mild detergent to remove soiling.
• If the surface is rubbed harshly, it could result in the surface being damaged leaving white scratch marks.
WARNING
■ Do not spray water in the cabin
Splashing water on electrical parts such as the audio unit and switches is
dangerous as it could cause a malfunction or a fire.
Dashboard Precautions
NOTICE
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients which may cause discoloration, wrin-
kling, cracks and peeling.

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4735-4. Appearance Care
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Maintenance and Care
Clean the webbing with a mild soap solution recommended for uphol-
stery or carpets. Follow instructions. Do not bleach or dye the web-
bing; this may weaken it.
After cleaning the belts, thoroughly dry the belt webbing and make
sure there is no remaining moisture before retracting them.
If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film,
clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container.
Rubber floor mats should be cleaned with mild soap and water only.
After removing the floor mats fo r cleaning, always reinstall them
securely. ( →P. 128)
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing
WARNING
■Have your Toyota dealer replace damaged seat belts immediately
Using damaged seat belts is dangerous. In a collision, damaged belts can-
not provide adequate protection.
Cleaning the Window Interiors
NOTICE
● Do not scrape or scratch the inside of the window glass. It could damage
the thermal filaments.
● When washing the inside of the window glass, use a soft cloth dampened
in lukewarm water, gently wiping the thermal filaments.
Use of glass cleaning products could damage the thermal filaments.
Cleaning the Floor Mats
WARNING
■Do not use rubber cleaners, such as tire cleaner or tire shine, when
cleaning rubber floor mats
Cleaning the rubber floor mats with rubber cleaning products makes the
floor mats slippery.
This may cause an accident when depressing the accelerator, brake, or
clutch (Manual transaxle) pedal or when getting in or out of the vehicle\
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6If Trouble Arises
6-1. Parking in an EmergencyParking in an Emergency ...................... 476
6-2. Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage ........................... 477
Changing a Flat Tire ......... 481
6-3. Battery Runs Out Jump-Starting.................... 491
6-4. Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine............................. 494
Push-Starting .................... 495
6-5. Overheating Overheating ...................... 496
6-6. Emergency Towing Towing Description ........... 498
Tiedown Hooks ................. 499
6-7. Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes ................. 501
Message Indicated on Display ............................ 512
Warning Sound is Activated ......................... 514
6-8. When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened ...................... 517

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6-1. Parking in an Emergency
Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should
always be used when you stop on
or near a roadway in an emer-
gency.
The hazard warning lights warn
other drivers that your vehicle is a
traffic hazard and that they must
take extreme caution when near
it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will flash.
The hazard warning indicator lights in the combination meter flash
simultaneously.
● The turn signals do not work when the hazard warning lights are on.
● Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the
vehicle is being towed to verify that it is not in violation of the law.

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4796-2. Flat Tire
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If Trouble Arises
Your Toyota has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tire is
lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for
emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods.
Temporary spare tires should NEVER be used for long drives or
extended periods.
■To remove the spare tire
Lift the trunk mat.
Turn the spare tire hold-down
bolt counterclockwise.
■To secure the spare tire
Store the spare tire in the reverse order of removal. After storing,
verify that the spare tire is stored securely.
Spare Tire
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Spare tire hold-down bolt2
WARNING
■Do not install the temporary spare tire on the front wheels (driving
wheels)
Driving with the temporary spare tire on one of the front driving wheels
is dangerous. Handling will be affected . You could lose control of the
vehicle, especially on ice or snow bound roads, and have an accident.
Move a regular tire to the front wheel and install the temporary spare tire
to the rear.

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6-2. Flat Tire
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If Trouble Arises
Changing a Flat Tire
Park on a level surface off the right-of-way and firmly set the park-
ing brake.
Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in Park (P), a manual
transaxle in Reverse (R) or 1, and turn off the engine.
Turn on the hazard warning flasher.
Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle
and traffic.
Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire ( →P. 477).
Block the wheel diagonally
opposite the flat tire. When
blocking a wheel, place a tire
block both in front and behind
the tire.
When blocking a tire, use rocks
or wood blocks of sufficient size if
possible to hold the tire in place.
●If the following occurs wh ile driving, it could indicate a flat tire.
• Steering becomes difficult.
• The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.
• The vehicle pulls in one direction.
●Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it.
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off
the road and out of the way of traffic to change the tire.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is danger-
ous.
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4826-2. Flat Tire
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WARNING
■Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tire
Changing a tire is dangerous if not done properly. The vehicle can slip
off the jack and seriously injure someone. No person should place any
portion of their body under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.
■Never allow anyone inside a vehicle supported by a jack
Allowing someone to remain in a vehicle supported by a jack is danger-
ous. The occupant could cause the vehicle to fall resulting in serious
injury.