Toyota Yaris: Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into the slot.
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
■After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body.
NOTICE
■When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedures
as given in these sections.
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move su ...
Positioning a floor jack
When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly.
Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury.
Front
Rear
CAUTION
■When raising your vehicle
Mak ...
See also:
Seat belts
—Seat belt precautions
Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly
restrained at all times with the seat belts provided. Failure to do so could increase
the ...
Rear seats
—Rear seat precautions
CAUTION.
Do not adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving.
Be careful that the seat does not hit a passenger or luggage.
Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched ...
Handling precautions on related components
1. BRAKE SYSTEM
The brake system is one of the most important safety components. Always follow
the directions and notes given in the brake (32) section of the repair manual for
the relevant model ...