2020 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK brake light

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1973-4. Switches and Controls
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When Driving
The number of passengers and weight of cargo in the luggage com-
partment change the ang le of the headlights.
The angle of the headlights will be automatically adjusted when turn-
ing on the headlights.
Some countries require moving vehicles to have their lights on (day-
time running lights) during the daytime.
The daytime running lights turn on automatically when the vehic le
starts moving.
They turn off when the parking brake is operated or the shift l ever is
shifted to the P position ( automatic transaxle vehicle).
Except Canada:
The daytime running lights can be deactivated.
Refer to Customizable Features on P. 555.
Headlight Leveling (if equipped)
Daytime Running Lights

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3-5. Brake
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When Driving
Brake System
This vehicle has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically
through normal use.
Should power-assist fail, you can stop by applying greater forc e than
normal to the brake pedal. But the distance required to stop wi ll be
greater than usual.
Foot Brake
WARNING
■ Do not coast with the engine stalled or turned off, find a safe place to
stop
Coasting with the engine stalled or turned off is dangerous. Br aking will
require more effort, and the brake’s power-assist could be depleted if you
pump the brake. This will cause longer stopping distances or even an acci-
dent.
■ Shift to a lower gear whe n going down steep hills
Driving with your foot continuously on the brake pedal or steadily applying
the brakes for long distances is dangerous. This causes overheated brakes,
resulting in longer stopping distances or even total brake fail ure. This could
cause loss of vehicle control and a serious accident. Avoid con tinuous
application of the brakes.
■ Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly, releasin g the
accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until
the brake performance returns to normal
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distan ce or the
vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a seri ous accident.
Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affect ed.
■ To apply the brakes correctly
● Wear shoes appropriate for driving in order to avoid your shoe contacting
the brake pedal when depressing the accelerator pedal.
● Always depress the brake pedal with
the right foot. Applying the brakes with
the unaccustomed left foot could slow
your reaction time to an emergency sit-
uation resulting in insufficient braking
operation.

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2113-5. Brake
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When Driving
For parking in snow, refer to Winter Driving (P. 146) regarding parking
brake use.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
P. 493.
When the disc brake pads
become worn, the built-in wear
indicators contact the disc plates.
This causes a screeching noise to
warn that the pads should be
replaced.
When you hear this noise, consul t your Toyota dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
In high humidity weather conditions, brake noises, such as brake squeak or
brake squeal can be heard. It does not indicate a malfunction.
NOTICE
Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the brake
parts.
Warning Light
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
WARNING
■ Do not drive with worn disc pads
Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a
serious accident. As soon as you hear a screeching noise consult your
Toyota dealer.

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3-5. Brake
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When Driving
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
For vehicles with a manual transaxle, Hill Launch Assist (HLA) oper-
ates on a downward slope when the shift lever is in the reverse (R)
position, and on an upward slope when the shift lever is in a p osition
other than the reve rse (R) position.
For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, Hill Launch Assist (H LA)
operates on a downward slope when the shift lever is in the rev erse
(R) position, and on an upward slope when the shift lever is in a for-
ward gear.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate on a gentle slope. In addition, the
gradient of the slope on which the system will operate changes depending
on the vehicle’s load.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate if the parking brake is applied, the
vehicle has not stopped completely, or the clutch pedal is released.
● While Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is operating, the brake pedal ma y feel stiff
and vibrate, however, this does not indicate a malfunction.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate while the TCS/DSC ind icator light
is illuminated.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on P. 493.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not turn off even if the DSC OFF switch is
pressed to turn off the TCS/DSC.
: If equipped
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is a f unction which assists the driver in
accelerating from a stop while on a slope. When the driver
releases the brake pedal and depresses the accelerator pedal
while on a slope, the function pr events the vehicle from rolling.
The braking force is maintained automatically after the brake
pedal is released on a steep grade.

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a
chattering noise from the brake system. This is normal ABS syst em
operation. Continue to depress the brake pedal without pumping the
brakes.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
P. 493.
● Braking distances may be longer on loose surfaces (snow or grav el, for
example) which usually have a hard foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less distance to stop under these co nditions
because the tires will build up a wedge of surface layer when t he wheels
skid.
● The sound of the ABS operating may be heard when starting the engine or
immediately after starting the vehicle, however, it does not in dicate a mal-
function.
The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each
wheel. If one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS responds by
automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel’s brake.
WARNING
■ Do not rely on ABS as a su bstitute for safe driving
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, exce ssive
speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driv ing on ice and
snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of
water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
Traction Control System (TCS)
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
P. 493.
To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch ( P. 219).
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety
by controlling engine torque and braking. W hen the TCS detects
driving wheel slippage, it lower s engine torque and operates th e
brakes to prevent loss of traction.
This means that on a slick surface , the engine adjusts automati-
cally to provide optimum power to the drive wheels, limiting
wheel spin and loss of traction.
WARNING
■ Do not rely on the Traction Cont rol System (TCS) as a substitute for
safe driving
The Traction Control System (TCS) cannot compensate for unsafe and
reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following anothe r vehicle too
closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because
of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.
■ Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at reduced speeds when roads
are covered with ice and/or snow
Driving without proper traction devices on snow and/or ice-cove red roads is
dangerous. The Traction Control System (TCS) alone cannot provide ade-
quate traction and you could still have an accident.

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2173-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
This indicator light stays on for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched ON. If the TCS or DSC is
operating, the indicator light
flashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may
have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take you r
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
● In addition to the indicator light flashing, a slight lugging s ound will come
from the engine. This indicates that the TCS/DSC is operating p roperly.
● On slippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it will be impossible to achieve
high rpm when the TCS is on.
TCS/DSC Indicator Light

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2193-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
This indicator light stays on for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched ON. If the TCS or DSC is
operating, the indicator light
flashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brake assist system may
have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly. Take you r
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
This indicator light stays on for a
few seconds when the ignition is
switched ON.
It also illuminates when the DSC
OFF switch is pressed and TCS/
DSC is switched off.
Refer to DSC OFF Switch on P. 219.
If the light remains illuminated and the TCS/DSC is not switche d off,
take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. The DSC may have a mal -
function.
Press the DSC OFF switch to turn
off the TCS/DSC. The DSC OFF
indicator light in the combination
meter will illuminate.
Press the switch again to turn the TCS/DSC back on. The DSC OFF
indicator light will turn off.
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
DSC OFF Indicator Light
DSC OFF Switch