2020 TOYOTA YARIS warning

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4435-4. Appearance Care
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Maintenance and Care
●Prevention
It is necessary to have your Toyota washed and waxed to pre-
serve its finish according to t he instructions in this section. This
should be done as soon as possible.
Bird droppings can be removed with a soft sponge and water. If
you are traveling and these are not available, a moistened tissue
may also take care of the problem. The cleaned area should be
waxed according to the inst ructions in this section.
Insects and tree sap are best removed with a soft sponge and
water or a commercially available chemical cleaner.
Another method is to cover the affected area with dampened
newspaper for 1 to 2 hours. After removing the newspaper, rinse
off the loosened deb ris with water.
■Water Marks
●Occurrence
Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can contain harmful minerals
such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals se t-
tles on the vehicle and evaporat es, the minerals will concentrate
and harden to form white rings. The rings can damage your vehi-
cle’s finish.
● Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your vehicle to preserve its fi nish
according to the instructions in this section. These steps shou ld
be taken immediately after you find water marks on your vehi-
cle’s finish.
■Paint Chipping
● Occurrence
Paint chipping occurs when grav el thrown in the air by another
vehicle’s tires hits your vehicle.
● How to avoid paint chipping
Keeping a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead
reduces the chances of having your paint chipped by flying
gravel.
Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical
cleaner or polish. Read a ll warnings and cautions.

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■Washing
●Toyota is not responsible for scratches caused by automatic car washes or
improper washing.
● Scratches are more noticeable on vehicles with darker paint fin ishes.
■ Waxing
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and similar materials will usually also take
off the wax. Rewax these areas even if the rest of the vehicle does not need
it.
WARNING
■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.
NOTICE
●When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched
ON, the wipers may move automatically in the following cases:
• If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth.
• If the windshield is struck with a hand or other object from e ither outside
or inside the vehicle.
Keep hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the wiper lever is
in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched ON as fingers could be
pinched or the wipers and wiper blades damaged when the wipers acti-
vate automatically.
If you are going to clean the windshield, be sure the wipers ar e turned off
completely (when it is most likely that the engine is left runn ing) this is par-
ticularly important when clearing ice and snow.
● Do not spray water in the engine compartment. Otherwise, it cou ld result in
engine-starting problems or damage to electrical parts.
● When washing and waxing the vehicle, be careful not to apply ex cessive
force to any single area of the vehicle roof or the antenna. Otherwise, you
could dent the vehicle or damage the antenna.
● Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing
highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum
parts. This may damage the protective coating; also, cleaners a nd deter-
gents may discolor or deteriorate the paint.

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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 remo ved,
they will speed up rust ing and deterioration of such underbody parts
as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and 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 wi nter. Try also to do this every month.
Pay special attention to these areas because they easily hide m ud
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 trapped there wil l cause
rusting.
A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels. Spec ial
care is needed to protect this coating.
Underbody Maintenance
WARNING
■ 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.
Aluminum Wheel Maintenance (if equipped)

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5-4. Appearance Care
Interior Care
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from
contacting the dashb oard. They will damage and discolor the das h-
board. If these solutions get on the dashboard, wipe them off i mmedi-
ately.
■Instrument panel top • When cleaning, it is recommended that you use a clean towel dampened in a mild deterg ent to remove soiling.
• If the surface is rubbed harshly, it could result in the surfa ce
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 discoloratio n, wrin-
kling, cracks and peeling.

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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 m ake
sure there is no remaining moisture befor e retracting them.
If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy fil m,
clean them with glass cleaner. Fo llow the directions on the container.
Rubber floor mats shou ld be cleaned with mild soap and water only.
After removing the floor mats for cleaning, always reinstall th em
securely. ( P. 144)
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 cou ld damage
the thermal filaments and the antenna lines.
● When washing the inside of the window glass, use a soft cloth d ampened
in lukewarm water, gently wiping the thermal filaments and the antenna
lines.
Use of glass cleaning products could damage the thermal filamen ts and
the antenna lines.
Cleaning the Floor Mats
WARNING
■ Do not use rubber clean ers, such as tire cleaner or tire shine, when
cleaning rubber floor mats
Cleaning the rubber floor mats with rubber cleaning products ma kes 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 ...................... 456
6-2. Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage ........................... 457
Changing a Flat Tire ......... 463
6-3. Battery Runs Out Jump-Starting.................... 478
6-4. Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine............................. 482
Push-Starting .................... 483
6-5. Overheating Overheating ...................... 484
6-6. Emergency Towing Towing Description ........... 486
Tiedown Hooks ................. 487
6-7. Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes ................. 489
Message Indicated on Display ............................ 500
Warning Sound is Activated ......................... 502
6-8. When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
When Liftgate/Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened ......... 506

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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 fl ash
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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If Trouble Arises
Your Toyota has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tire is
lighter and smaller than a convent ional tire, and is designed only for
emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods.
Temporary spare tire s should NEVER be used for long drives or
extended periods.
■To remove the spare tire
Lift the trunk/luggage com-
partment 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 sto ring,
verify that the spare tire is stored securely.
Spare Tire
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Spare tire hold-down boltO
WARNING
■Do not install the temporary spare tire on the front wheels (dr iving
wheels)
Driving with the temporary spare tire on one of the front driving wheels
is dangerous. Handling will be affe cted. You could lose control of the
vehicle, especially on ice or snow bound roads, and have an acc ident.
Move a regular tire to the front wheel and install the temporar y spare tire
to the rear.