2020 TOYOTA YARIS Owners Manual

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■License plate light
Remove the lens.
Insert a small flathead
screwdriver, etc., into
either the right or left hole
of the lens.
Tilt the screwdriver in the
direction of the arrow
shown in the illustration so
as to release the fitting
portion, and then remove
the lens.
To prevent damage to the
vehicle, wrap the tip of the
screwdriver with tape.
Remove the light bulb.
Install a new light bulb.
Lens
Fitting portion
1
1
2
2
3

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Install the lens.
Fit the lens into either the
right or left fitting portion.
Push the lens into place.
After installation, confirm that
the lens is properly installed
by gently pulling it.
Fitting portion
4
1
2

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Back-up light
Open the back door and
remove the cover.
Press down on the notch on the
cover and remove the cover.
It is recommended for safe-
guarding to wrap the tip of the
screwdriver with a cloth, etc., in
order to prevent scratches to the
vehicle.
Turn the bulb base counterclockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
1
2
Type AType B
3
Type AType B

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Install a new light bulb.
Install the bulb base.
Install the back door cover.
Align the cover 2 tabs on the
cover and install.
4
Type AType B
5
Type AType B
6

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Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
●Front position lights and daytime running lights (LED type)
●Stop lights (LED type)
●Tail lights (LED type)
●High mounted stoplight
●Rear fog light
■LED Lights
The front position lights and daytime running lights (LED type), stop lights
(LED type), tail lights (LED type), high mounted stoplight and rear fog light
consists of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle
to any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer to have the light replaced.
If one or more LEDs in a stop light burn out, your vehicle may not conform to
local laws (ECE).
■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for more information in the follow-
ing situations:
●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
●Water has built up inside the headlight.
■When replacing light bulbs
P. 545

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WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
● Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■ To prevent damage or fire
● Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
● Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

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8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 568
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in
an emergency .................. 569
If the vehicle is
trapped in rising water ..... 571
8-2. Steps to take in
an emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 572
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 579
Fuel pump
shut off system ............... 580
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 581
If a warning message is
displayed (vehicles with
color display) ................... 592
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
an emergency tire
puncture repair kit)........... 596
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
a spare tire) ..................... 614
If the engine will not start ... 629
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with a smart
entry & start system)........ 631
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ....................... 634
If your vehicle overheats .... 639
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................ 643

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Emergency flashers
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.
■ Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operating, the battery may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.