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1853-3. Transaxle
3
When Driving
If the selector lever will not move from P using the proper shift proce-
dure, continue to hold down the brake pedal.
Remove the shift-lock override
cover using a cloth-wrapped flat
head screwdriver.
Insert a screwdriver and push it
down.
Press and hold the lock-release
button.
Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to your Toyota  dealer to have the system check ed.
The  manual  shift  mode  gives  you  the  feel  of  driving  a  manual  tran-
saxle  vehicle  by  allowing  you  to  operate  the  selector  lever  man ually.
This allows  you to control engine  rpm and  torque to the drive  w heels
much like a manual transaxle  when more control is desired.
To  change  to  manual  shift  mode,
shift the lever from D to M.
To return to automatic shift mo de, shift the lever from M to D.
Shift-Lock Override
Cover
1
2
3
Manual Shift Mode
4
5 

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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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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
DSC operation is possible at speeds greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).
The warning light turns on when  the system has a malfunction. 
Refer  to  Contact  Your  Toyota  Dealer  and  Have  Vehicle  Inspected  on
P. 493.
The  Dynamic  Stability  Control  ( DSC)  automatically  controls
braking and engine torque in c onjunction with systems such as
ABS and  TCS to  help  control si de  slip  when driving on  slippery
surfaces,  or  during  sudden  or  e vasive  maneuvering,  enhancing
vehicle safety.
Refer to ABS ( P. 215) and TCS ( P. 216).
WARNING
■Do  not  rely  on  the  Dynamic  Stabil ity  Control  as  a  substitute  for  safe
driving
The  Dynamic  Stability  Control  (DSC)  cannot  compensate  for  unsaf e  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.
NOTICE
● The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are obse rved:
• Use tires of the correct size specified for your Toyota on all  4 wheels.
• Use  tires  of  the  same  manufacturer,  brand  and  tread  pattern  on all 4 wheels.
• Do not mix worn tires.
● The DSC may not operate correctly when tire chains are used or  a tempo-
rary spare tire is installed because the tire diameter changes. 

YARIS_YARIS HATCHBACK_OM_OM99V59z_(U)
4696-2. Flat Tire
6
If Trouble Arises
If your Toyota is equipped with the optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, a
special key must be used to unlock the locking lug nut for each  wheel.
The  key  is  stored  in  the  glove  compartment,  center  console  stor age,
storage box, or trunk. Register the key and lug nuts with the l ock man-
ufacturer by filling out  the  r egistration card and mailing it  i n using the
accompanying envelope. If the ke y is lost, consult your Toyota dealer
or use the lock manufacturer’s order form to order a new key. A ntitheft
wheel  lug  nuts  cannot  be  installed  on  a  steel  wheel  spare  tire.  When
installing  a  temporary  spare  tire,  use  one  of  the  original  lug  nuts  in
place  of  the  locking  lug  nut.  The  original  lug  nuts  are  stored  inside
your Toyota.
Antitheft lug nut
Special key
■To remove an antitheft lug nutObtain the special key for the antitheft lug nut.
Place the special key on top of the antitheft lug nut, and be s ure
to  hold  the  key  square  to  it.  If  you  hold  the  key  at  an  angle,  you
may  damage  both  key  and  nut.  Do  not  use  a  power  impact
wrench.
Place the lug wrench on top of the key and apply pressure. Turn
the wrench coun terclockwise.
■To install the antitheft lug nut
Place  the  special  key  on  top  of  the  nut,  and  be  sure  to  hold  th e
key square to it. If you hold the key at an angle, you may dama ge
both key and nut. Do not u se a power impact wrench.
Place  the  lug  wrench  on  top  of  the  special  key,  apply  pressure,
and turn it clockwise.
Locking Lug Nuts (if equipped)
1
2
1
2
3
1
2
Nut tightening torque
ft•lbf (N•m, kgf•m)80-108 (108-147, 12-14) 

4706-2. Flat Tire
YARIS_YARIS HATCHBACK_OM_OM99V59z_(U)
4-Door
Remove dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel
and  hub,  including  the  hub
bolts, with a cloth.
Mount the spare tire.
Install the lug nuts with the bev-
eled  edge  inward;  tighten  them
by hand.
Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise and lower the vehicle.
Use  the  lug  wrench  to  tighten
the nuts in t he order shown.
If  you  are  unsure  of  how  tight  the  nuts  should  be,  have  them
inspected at your Toyota dealer.
Mounting the Spare Tire
1
2
3
4
5
Nut tightening torque
ft•lbf (N•m, kgf•m)80-108 (108-147, 12-14) 

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4736-2. Flat Tire
6
If Trouble Arises
5-Door
Remove dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel
and  hub,  including  the  hub
bolts, with a cloth.
Mount the spare tire.
Install the lug nuts with the bev-
eled  edge  inward;  tighten  them
by hand.
Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise and lower the vehicle.
Use  the  lug  wrench  to  tighten
the nuts in t he order shown.
If  you  are  unsure  of  how  tight  the  nuts  should  be,  have  them
inspected at your Toyota dealer.
1
2
3
4
5
Nut tightening torque
ft•lbf (N•m, kgf•m)80-108 (108-147, 12-14) 

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4776-2. Flat Tire
6
If Trouble Arises
WARNING
■Make  sure  the  mounting  surfaces  of  the  wheel,  hub  and  lug  nuts
are clean before changing or replacing tires
When changing or replacing a tire , not removing dirt and grime from the
mounting  surfaces  of  the  wheel,  hub  and  hub  bolts  is  dangerous.  The
lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come  off, result-
ing in an accident.
■Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tig hten
the lug nuts beyond the r ecommended tightening torque
Applying  oil  or  grease  to  lug  nuts  and  bolts  is  dangerous. The  lug  nuts
could loosen while dri ving and cause the tire to come off, resulting in an
accident.  In  addition,  lug  nuts  and  bolts  could  be  damaged  if  t ightened
more than necessary.
■Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts
Improperly  or  loosely  tightened  lug  nuts  are  dangerous.  The  whe el
could wobble or come off. This could result in loss of vehicle  control and
cause a serious accident.
■Be  sure  to  reinstall  the  same  nuts  you  removed  or  replace  them
with metric nuts of the  same configuration
Because  the  wheel  studs  and  lug  nuts  on  your  Toyota  have  metric
threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. On  a metric stud, it would
not  secure  the  wheel  and  would  damage  the  stud,  which  could  cau se
the wheel to slip off and cause an accident.
■Do not drive with any tires th at have incorrect air pressure
Driving  on  tires  with  incorrect  air  pressure  is  dangerous.  Tire s  with
incorrect pressure could affect handling and result in an accid ent. When
you check the regular tires’ air pressure, check the spare tire , too. 

5548-2. Specifications
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■Lug nut tightening torque
When installing a tire, tighten the lug nut to the following torque. 
80-108 ft
•lbf (108-147 N•m, 12-14 kgf•m)
The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your  vehicle.
When  replacing  tires,  Toyota  recommends  that  you  replace  tires  of  the
same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, conta ct your Toyota
dealer.
Refer to Fuses on P. 435.
Fuses